Stoneridge Estate Queenstown — destination wedding venue in Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
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Stoneridge Estate Queenstown

Queenstown 9371, New Zealand, New Zealand20200 guests$$$4.6(376)

Stoneridge Estate Queenstown is a hotel destination wedding venue in Queenstown 9371, New Zealand, hosting 20 to 200 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 20 minutes. Best months for weddings: January, February, November, December.

Type:Hotel
Capacity:20200 guests
Budget:$$$
Airport:Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 20 minutes
Best months:January, February, November, December

Stoneridge Estate stands apart as Queenstown's only lakeside hotel venue offering direct waterfront access combined with private estate grounds spanning multiple ceremony and reception spaces. This working vineyard property delivers the rare advantage of on-site accommodation for 100+ guests, eliminating the logistics nightmare of scattered hotels across town. The estate's dual-purpose design—functioning as both luxury hotel and wedding venue—means your guests experience seamless hospitality from arrival through departure.

Highlights

  • Private 756-acre estate with 4 distinct event spaces and direct Lake Hayes waterfront access
  • On-site hotel accommodates 100+ wedding guests across multiple room categories
  • Working vineyard with cellar-door tastings available for pre-wedding events and rehearsal dinners
  • All-weather covered pavilion capacity of 200 with heated interior backup for alpine weather
  • 4.6-star Google rating with 150+ verified guest reviews

Quick facts

Capacity20200 guests
Venue typeHotel
Price range$$$
LocationNew Zealand
Nearest airportZQN

Best time to get married at Stoneridge Estate Queenstown

The ideal months for a wedding at Stoneridge Estate Queenstown in Queenstown 9371, New Zealand are January, February, November, and December. These months balance warm daytime temperatures, low rainfall, and the highest sunshine hours of the year — the best window for outdoor ceremonies and reception dining. Expect daytime highs around 67°F (19°C) during the peak season.

Plan your wedding at Stoneridge Estate Queenstown

Getting there

Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

20 minutes to venue

Scheduled shuttle

Inquire with venue

20 minutes · Hotel offers guest shuttle service from Queenstown Airport

Rental car

Varies by provider (typically NZD 60–150/day)

20 minutes · Self-drive via Lake Hayes-Arrow Junction Highway (scenic route)

Private transfer

Inquire with venue

20 minutes · Luxury car service or mini-coach available for wedding parties

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Included with reception booking

Reception (per guest)

NZD 180–280 (dependent on menu tier and season)

Accommodation (per night)

NZD 150–450 (standard to premium room types)

Estimated total

NZD 35,000–75,000+ (100-guest wedding with 2-night guest stay)

Pricing varies by season, guest count, and menu selection. Peak season (December–February) commands premium rates. On-site accommodation reduces external venue coordination costs. Request detailed quote directly from venue.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

16:00–18:00Guest arrival; welcome reception at vineyard terrace with cellar-door tastings
19:00–22:00Rehearsal dinner in private dining room

Saturday

09:00–11:00Bride/groom preparation in suite; guest brunch available at hotel restaurant
14:00Ceremony (lakeside garden or pavilion)
14:30–15:30Cocktail hour with canapés on waterfront lawn
16:00–23:00Reception dinner and dancing in pavilion

Sunday

08:00–11:00Farewell breakfast buffet; guest checkout

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Weather

April

Temperature

59°F

Low: 43°F

Rainfall

10 days

157mm total

Sunshine

7.8 hrs

per day avg

Best months for outdoor weddings: January, February, November, December

4.6
376 Google reviews
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K Stokes

My husband and I chose to get married at Stoneridge not only because it's a stunning venue with truly unique spaces and vistas, but because they offer wedding packages. Stoneridge know all the best vendors in Queenstown and took all the stress out of wedding planning. Every staff member we met from our first tour of the venue to the wedding day itself were happy, helpful and professional. The food was exceptional, the coordinator and planner were just a joy to work with and the wait staff and other folk who worked so hard behind the scenes to make our day as special as it was made us exceptionally proud to host our wedding at Stoneridge. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

a month ago

Caity Ritchie

We had our wedding at Stoneridge Estate in August 2025 and I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone! Our day could not have been more perfect and it exceeded all my expectations. The coordination team were great with their assistance and helping me plan a wedding in NZ while I live in QLD, Australia. My hubby and I got to have our fairytale winter wonderland wedding. We we're married in the chapel, had our helicopter flight into the Remarkables to get some pics and reception at the Hayes Room. Everything from communication, decor and florals, food, wine, party vibes and the marriage could not have been better. Very grateful to the staff at Stoneridge. Also would definitely go back there to stay overnight and wine and dine the wine and food are still talked about 6 months later with our families.

a month ago

Cinco Hair Boutique

We stayed at Stoneridge Estate for our heli-wedding and it was truly unforgettable. A huge thank you to all the staff, especially Daniel, Sue, London, and the chef for making our stay and wedding so memorable. A few days before our wedding our original hair and makeup team had to pull out due to unforeseen circumstances. London was incredibly quick to find a replacement hairdresser and makeup artist within the same day, which we were so grateful for, it took so much stress off us and allowed everything to continue seamlessly. Sue was also incredible on the day, helping dress us both, keeping us organised, helping with photos, and doing absolutely everything possible to make our heli ceremony happen, even with low cloud and tricky weather. We are genuinely so grateful. All of the vendors recommended through Stoneridge as part of their packages were exceptional,our photographer, videographer, florist, pianist, and celebrant were all amazing and contributed so much to the magic and experience of the day. We also booked the private dinner on our wedding night and loved the food and alternatives the chef made for us,as one is dairy free and gluten free. The service was attentive and warm, and we didn’t want it to end. Throughout our stay we felt so spoilt with the additions of cheese and wine daily and the beautiful chocolate treats, such a thoughtful and luxurious touch. Stoneridge made our wedding experience magical and stress-free, we can’t recommend it enough, we also loved our little cottage and spar overlooking the property. Loved our chats with Daniel, he was so genuine, attentive, and remembered the little things that made breakfast and dinners feel personal. Thank you stoneridge staff for the great memories. Kendall & Shea Driscoll Australia 🇦🇺

2 months ago

Frequently asked questions

Can we have the ceremony and reception in different locations on the property?
Yes. The estate offers multiple distinct spaces including lakeside garden areas, the vineyard terraces, and covered pavilions, allowing you to design a multi-location experience without leaving the property.
What happens if weather turns bad on our wedding day?
The heated all-weather pavilion provides full backup with capacity for 200 guests. Outdoor ceremony spaces also have marquee options available.
Are there accommodation options for out-of-town guests?
The estate hotel accommodates 100+ guests on-site with various room types, simplifying logistics and extending celebration time with your wedding party.
Can we incorporate the vineyard into our wedding experience?
Yes. Cellar-door tastings, vineyard ceremony backdrops, and wine-pairing elements for dinners are all available, making the working vineyard an active feature of your event.
What's the guest capacity range?
The venue accommodates 20–200 guests depending on space configuration and layout preferences.
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