What really makes a cherished event, such as a wedding? Ultimately it comes down to harmony between all the elements, and having a venue that encompasses this feeling is a key element in creating this harmony.
Like its namesake the tide, which responds to the equilibrium of the moon and sun, Tides Byron Estate balances genuine rural elements with elegance and luxury. The recently opened venue is an extensive country property nestled in the Byron hinterland with a gorgeous macadamia orchard and spectacular views overlooking the Byron coast. It has a quality, purpose-built event space that features timber floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and a grand staircase. As well, there is stylish and welcoming guest accommodation with pools and a spa.
Tides Byron Estate is offering a special locals deal, a 20 per cent discount to members of our community wanting to spend their magical day with them. They are also hosting a free wedding experience day, for all those who wish to get a feel for the venue, on 26 and 27 March, with a free-flowing bar and canapés on the Saturday. As well there will be a draw to win venue hire at Tides Byron Estate.
Tides Byron Estate is the creation of Nicole Samm, who returned home to the Byron Shire after living and working in Indonesia for seven years. Although Nicole loved the experience, she decided it was time to return home.
She sold her business in Bali and bought a macadamia farm of 5500 trees in Teven. The views at particular vantage points from the property are breath-taking, and as Nicole says, ‘Having worked in different aspects of hospitality all my life, both here and overseas, I thought the property provided a great opportunity for an Agrotourism venture, combining agriculture with a spectacular venue, for example, weddings!’
‘Of course, the wedding business has had the wind knocked out of its sails recently by covid restrictions’, but Nicole has maintained her positivity. ‘With such an adventurous undertaking you have to expect a few setbacks, and we have to plough on. One thing that’s particularly appealing about the venue is that we can house and dine our groups at the same venue, just enhancing the experience by combining a wedding or event with a magical holiday stay away from it all.’
At Tides Byron Estate you’ll find ‘The Villa’ which sleeps 22 comfortably with a 15m infinity pool overlooking the valley, along with a massage deck and two hot plunge pools. Therapists and retreats come and go weekly.
The most recent addition is a 100-seat bespoke wedding hall with equally beautiful views. A lot of events planning problems are solved; because the venue not only has a full, on-premise liquor licence, but also a commercial kitchen.
At the open weekend, there is the chance to see what it could be like to stay here and celebrate your special event or wedding day in style. Nicole says, ‘We are opening our doors to local families and couples that wish to wed on our farm and experience a 5-star event without the price tag attached. We are offering a twenty per cent discount to our community wanting to spend their magical day with us.
‘There will be a raffle in the afternoon – you can be in the draw for a Free Venue Hire Wedding at Tides Byron Estate. A donation of funds from the day will go to Northern Rivers Pet Rescue. Your Gourmet Catering has also joined us to make this special offer – they have made a cost-of-goods-and-staff catering proposal amounting to a 20 per cent discount which, combined with our offer, results in a saving of up to $20,000.’
Tides of Byron are also currently working with other vendors to donate a wedding cake, on the day design, and transport for the bride and groom to the venue by a luxury vehicle – and complimentary entertainment. Find out more on the day!
Register via Instagram at tides_byron_estate for your day pass to the open weekend. Website www.tides-byronestate.com
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