Stoneridge Estate Queenstown is a hotel destination wedding venue in Queenstown, New Zealand, hosting 20 to 200 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 20 minutes. Best months: January, February, November, December.
Stoneridge Estate Queenstown
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.
About Stoneridge Estate Queenstown
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 hospitality from arrival through departure.
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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.
K Stokes · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Ceremony, seated
- 150 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 10 rooms
- Sleeps
- 20 guests
The ceremony
- Chapel on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ZQN, 20 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
Venue 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
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 16:00–18:00Guest arrival; welcome reception at vineyard terrace with cellar-door tastings
- 19:00–22:00Rehearsal dinner in private dining room
- 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
- 08:00–11:00Farewell breakfast buffet; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ZQN · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Queenstown Airport.
- Typical total
- NZD 35,000–75,000+Aisle estimate
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NZD 35,000–75,000+ (100-guest wedding with 2-night guest stay)
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with reception booking
- Reception
- NZD 180–280 a headAisle estimate
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NZD 180–280 (dependent on menu tier and season)
- Room rate
- NZD 150–450 a nightAisle estimate
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NZD 150–450 (standard to premium room types)
- Weather window
- November – February
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 03 442 1021
Answered by the venue in local hours.
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.
Questions about the venue
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.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Ceremony, seated: 150 guests
“The gardens can seat up to 110 people facing towards the lake, or up to 150 facing the water gardens.”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 10 rooms
“With ten rooms across the estate, why not invite your close friends and family to share your special stay?”
Read the source for roomsSleeps: 20 guests
“We offer accommodation in ten luxurious suites for up to twenty guests (or ten singles), with a range of meeting and dining spaces.”
Read the source for sleepsChapel on site: Yes
“In the event of wet weather on the day, the Chapel is available as a back-up venue.”
Read the source for chapel on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Wed in the intimate surrounds of the Chapel by the Lake and exchange your vows at the altar in front of those you hold dearest, or opt for an outdoor ceremony and say ‘I do’ against an unforgettable backdrop of exquisite gardens, sprawling vineyards and stunning lake and mountain views.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“In the event of wet weather on the day, the Chapel is available as a back-up venue.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsParking: Yes
“We have a large car park near the Chapel where guests can park, with space for up to 40 cars.”
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