Long Acre FAQ's

To secure the date for your special wedding or event, we kindly ask for a deposit of $1500 within 7 days of booking and signing the agreement. This deposit includes a refundable bond of $1000 if the property has been taken care off and left clean. Don’t worry, you can get your deposit back within 60 days, and if needed, it can be transferred to another person or organiser once they sign a new contract. If you need to change the date, just let us know with enough notice, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you based on availability. We kindly ask that the remaining balance be settled 60 days before your event. Please note that we don’t accept temporary bookings or reservations.

Our cozy venue comfortably accommodates up to 50 - 60 total guests.

You’ll have access to the property from 9am for set-up and until 11pm for pack-down on the day of your event. Any access outside these times must be confirmed with us in writing at least 30 days in advance. As Long Acre operates 7 days a week, we need to keep set-up and pack-down times quite strict to ensure one event doesn’t impact another. The same applies to vendors — any deliveries or pick-ups outside the approved times may be denied access. Please note, if items are left behind without prior arrangement, your bond may be forfeited. If additional time outside your event day is approved, it’s limited to a maximum of 6 people (no children allowed for safety reasons) for up to 2 hours. This time is intended for meeting vendors or managing deliveries only. Please note, due to council restrictions on the number of events we can host each year, this additional time cannot be used for pre- or post-event gatherings or parties.

To ensure compliance with council regulations, we kindly ask all guests to leave the premises by 10:30pm. Additionally, the property's gates will need to be closed by 11:00pm. For a smooth wrap-up, we suggest concluding your event by 10:00pm. This will provide ample time for you and your vendors to clean up and pack away efficiently. Amplified sound has to be stopped strictly at 10.00pm. If you need access to the property the day after the event, please let us know, and we will try to accommodate this based on the property's availability.

You are welcome to access the property starting at 9am on the day of the wedding or event to begin setting up. If you require dropping off items earlier, we will need at least 30 days notice in advance. If you need access to the property the day before the event, please let us know, and we will try to accommodate this based on the property's availability. If available you will be given a 2 hours window to set up. No more than 6 people, children are not allowed for safety reasons.

Of course! We kindly ask you not to use any permanent or damaging mounting fixtures, such as duct tape, nails, screws, staples, blue tack, or double-sided tape. All residues or fixtures should be easily removable. Please keep in mind that any damage caused to the property or barn may result in forfeiture of your bond.

To ensure the smooth running of our operations, it is important that the venue is left in a clean and undamaged state. Please make sure to remove all rubbish from the property and take your decorations with you when you leave. Failure to do so, as well as any necessary cleaning or damage to the property could result in the forfeiture of your deposit and potential additional charges. If you need access to the property the following day, please inform us, and we will handle this on a case-by-case basis, depending on the availability of the property. If allowed a maximum of 6 people and no children allowed for safety reasons. We can offer a cleaning service for $300, however all rubbish will still need to be removed.

As a BYO venue, we require that alcohol service be provided by an individual with a valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification. It is important to note that we do not assume responsibility for the alcohol service at our venue. The organisers of the wedding or event must ensure that they take full responsibility for the responsible service of alcohol to their guests. We can also offer a qualified RSA Bartender for an additional fee.

Yes, all vendors are required to have a valid ABN and must submit a copy of their public liability insurance certificate to Long Acre with a minimum coverage of $10 million. Proof of insurance validity must be submitted at least 30 days before the event. Approval from Long Acre is necessary for all vendors and suppliers prior to the event date. It is advisable to seek approval as early as possible to allow time for finding replacements in case any issues arise.

Yes, unless you have arranged for a caterer who will provide all of these services. Just a quick note: our septic system and water supply aren’t set up for washing large amounts of plates or cooking utensils on site, so we ask that these please be taken off-site for cleaning. Thanks so much for understanding!

No. For a stress free event and based on our many years of wedding experience we strongly suggest to organise a professional caterer or food van for your event. However you’ll find a food reheating / preparation and plating room in the barn, perfect for self catering needs. While we don’t have ovens or stovetops, there’s plenty of countertop space and electric outlets available for your convenience. The use of open flame or deep fryers is not allowed in the barn, however the use of your own air fryers and bain-maries is allowed. If you have any questions or need a little help, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you! Just a quick note: our septic system and water supply aren’t set up for washing large amounts of plates or cooking utensils on site, so we ask that these please be taken off-site for cleaning. Thanks so much for understanding!

We ask that all plates, cooking utensils, and similar items be taken home for cleaning. Unfortunately, our septic system and water supply aren’t designed for washing large amounts of dishes on site. Thanks so much for your understanding and help with this!

We love to keep things natural around here, so all confetti needs to be made from lovely dried flower petals or leaves. Unfortunately, coloured paper (This also includes any confetti that claims to be biodegradable eg rice paper), plastic, or any other man-made materials aren’t allowed, as they can pose a risk to our beautiful local plants and animals in the protected waterways. It would be great if you could ask your celebrant to kindly remind guests not to use those types of confetti before the ceremony starts. If any of those materials are used, you will need to clean it up immediately or you may lose your bond. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep the environment safe and beautiful!

Under current council regulations Long Acre can not produce music louder then 70db. To comply, Long Acre will monitor the sound produced. Any external vendors, eg DJ;s will need to be set up inside the barn only. Amplified sound will need to cease at 10pm.

As Long Acre Lovedale is situated on a rural property, we kindly advise wearing enclosed flat shoes for your comfort and safety. Please refrain from wearing stilettos and high heels on the property. Depending on the season and the unpredictable weather, it's a good idea to have jackets and sun protection on hand.

Vehicles are permitted to be left on the property overnight and should be retrieved by 10 am the next day. The gates to the property will be closed from 11:30 pm to 8 am, during which time vehicles will not be accessible. Please note that Long Acre does not accept any responsibilities for theft or damage to your vehicle.

If you plan to include your animal in your event, they are permitted on site until the start of the reception for photography purposes. Please note that Long Acre is not a secure property and is located near main roads and wildlife, thus we cannot take responsibility for your animals. Organisers and guests are required to assume full responsibility for the animals, including cleaning up after them. Registered Assistance Dogs are always welcome on the premises.

For safety, children between 1 and 16 are not permitted on the property unless prior approval has been granted by Long Acre. Small gatherings like elopements, family photos are generally ok. However we do advise for larger gatherings against bringing children, as there are several unfenced bodies of water on the property that can pose a risk to children. If approval is granted, children must be supervised at all times by a parent or guardian, and a child waiver will need to be signed prior to the wedding. It is the responsibility of the client to distribute and obtain all completed waivers, which must be digitally submitted to Long Acre with in 30 days of the event. If this has not been received your guests may be asked to leave.

Certainly! We will provide a map highlighting the recommended locations for use. However, individuals must possess an Australian Business Number (ABN) and hold public liability insurance of at least $10 million, as outlined in the Terms and Conditions.

Of course, we are happy to offer you a small discount. Just to clarify, this rate may differ from the packages advertised by the photographer and videographer. Let us know if you have any questions or need further assistance.

Due to the location of Long Acre and the historical significance of the barn, which is constructed from timber, it is not feasible to have sparklers close to the barn. However, sparklers are permitted outside and away from the barn. Fireworks are not allowed.