This historic Hunter Valley winery houses the Wyndham Estate Cellar Door and a relaxed cafe barbecue and picnic facilities on the banks of the Hunter River, as well as private function rooms. Australia’s oldest continually operating winery, and the only winery situated on the banks of the beautiful Hunter River, the site itself is of great significance to the Australian wine industry and the home of one of Australian winemaking’s founding fathers, George Wyndham. Some of the largest events in the Hunter Valley can be catered for at Wyndham Estate. A combination of catering, premium wines and the ambience of the historic winery with beautiful gardens make this a choice for all functions.

Jonah’s Palm Beach is one of Australia’s most luxurious ocean retreats. The perfect beachside escape, Jonah’s offers an acclaimed restaurant, seven luxurious suites, a penthouse and 'Jonah's Private', a secluded residence containing three stunning suites. Each suite features its own private balcony, jacuzzi spa bath and 180 degree views of the spectacular Pacific Ocean.

Twice winner of the Restaurant and Catering NSW Metropolitan Awards for Best Restaurant Wedding Caterer (2005 and 2006), Catalina’s reputation for excellence applies to more than just its wedding functions. Every detail of every function, small or large is perfectly attended to. Catalina is a beautiful, versatile space, easily transformed into many different function formats, all retaining the spectacular 180 degree Sydney Harbour view that makes this venue an eastern suburbs icon.

Awarded the Best Meetings Venue in NSW at the 2003 Tourism Awards, Mercure Lake Macquarie Raffertys Resort is a unique destination for your conference, function or retreat. Just 90 minutes drive north of Sydney, the resort incorporates deluxe accommodation, state of the art meeting facilities and tantalising food and wine, complimented by a diverse range of recreational facilities and activities.

Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa, only 90 minute drive drive from Sydney, is a luxury retreat, with an authentic regional restaurant and day spa. You can enjoy accommodation in designer coastal style cottages set throughout the extensive gardens and then dine at Manfredi at Bells, and enjoy the superb cuisine of renowned chef Steve Manfredi.

Manly 16ft. Skiff Sailing Club is one of the best kept secrets in Sydney with a function room that offers full conference facilities for up to 120 guests and an over-the-water deck for dining and informal entertaining, all within walking distance from Manly Wharf.

Set apart in its own secluded estate just east of Bowral in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW, Milton Park Country House Hotel and Destination Spa offers luxurious accommodation, fine cuisine and impeccable yet discreet service in an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication.

Located an easy 90 minutes drive north of Sydney on the Central Coast, Magenta Shores is quickly becoming the premier resort on the New South Wales coast. Boasting an absolute beachfront location, the villas designed with maximum privacy in mind are set among landscaped grounds, a short stroll from the resort’s leisure facilities. The villas and meeting rooms are designed with a calm emphasis on complementary colours that accentuate the relaxed nature of a stay by the sea.

Woodbyne is acknowledged as one of Australia’s best luxury country boutique hotels. This small and exclusive property on the South Coast, provides 11 stylish and individually decorated guest suites and excellent conference facilities for small groups as well as for wedding receptions for up to 100 guests cocktail style. All guest suites and meeting rooms are located in quiet seclusion, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding meadows, creeks and gardens.

A gem of a venue that pulls out all the stops with a series of newly renovated function rooms to cater for weddings, awards ceremonies, receptions, parties, conferences, dinners,or training seminars. All located in a stunning new building with indoor and outdoor water features and tropical gardens.

Enjoy days of Wine and Romance at Spicers Vineyard Estate. Located on its own private vineyard in Pokolbin, with viewers rolling out to the Brokenback mountains, Spicers Vineyards Estate is an ideal base from which to explore everything the Hunter Valley has to offer.

Opened in October 2009, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa is Australia's firstluxury conservation based resort. Occupying just two per cent of a 4,000-acre conservancy reserve, the resort offers the ultimate in seclusion, comfort and guest-focused services, all within conservation-based luxury

de Groots Unique Cruise Experiences

If you are stuck for venue ideas and are looking for a unique venue that will keep your clients talking about you long after the event, contact de Groots directly via the Best Venues website. de Groots will provide you with their favourite luxury yacht and dining suggestions in Sydney, certain to please even the fussiest foodie. Start off with champagne and oysters at one of Sydney's best restaurants before being collected by your own chartered yacht for a cruise around the harbour. Or, host your own private dinner party with one of de Groots’ celebrity chef contacts. The possibilities are varied and endless.

Covering more than 360 hectares, Centennial Parklands is one of the world’s finest and most used urban open spaces. There is an overwhelming choice of indoor and outdoor venues to cater for any type of event small or large. Centennial Parklands includes three parks: Centennial Park, Moore Park and Queens Park.

Middle Harbour Yacht Club is a picturesque waterfront venue nestled at Middle Harbour Marina and surrounded by luxury yachts and sailing vessels. This versatile venue is suitable for weddings, corporate events and private parties and even offers its own private beach where event planners can host a cocktail party for up to 600 guests.