Caitlin & Andrew at Woolbrook Homestead
A White-on-White Summer Wedding at Woolbrook Homestead
Some weddings announce themselves the moment you arrive. Caitlin and Andrew's was one of them: a sophisticated, white-on-white celebration in the gardens of Woolbrook Homestead, the kind of relaxed summer day where the venue, the styling and the people all seemed to be working toward the same quiet idea of elegance.
The couple met in the middle of Melbourne's 2020 lockdown, a chance match that survived a snap restriction announced the night before their first date. They went for a walk and a wine in the neighbourhood anyway. Two years later, Andrew proposed on the Bellarine Peninsula, at the same spot where they had shared their first lunch out, with both their families watching on.
A Homestead Venue in the Heart of the Geelong Region
Woolbrook Homestead, in Teesdale just outside Geelong, is a character-rich country property built for couples who want the landscape to do the talking. For Caitlin and Andrew, who had moved to the Bellarine and spent their weekends in the garden or out on long nature walks, a homestead wedding surrounded by established gardens felt like the truest version of themselves. They let the venue speak, complementing the homestead with classic whites, soft greys and traditional styling.
The late-afternoon ceremony took place in the gardens, with their immediate families gathered close under the summer sun. The couple have since described the vows as the heart of the day, made all the more intimate by having family friend Kate Moody as their celebrant.
Styling That Let the Venue Shine
The design direction was led by planner and stylist Olivia of By Plush, who realised a soft white palette in layered, textural detail. Whimsical yet elegant florals by Miss Lillypilly of Drysdale lifted the scheme, while white-on-white tablescapes kept the focus on Woolbrook's natural architecture. It was a restrained, considered aesthetic, the sort that photographs and films beautifully because nothing competes for attention.
Caitlin wore a fairytale ceremony gown by Khya Studio, changing into a romantic second dress for the party. Andrew chose a classic black tie suit from Menz Club. Hair was by Alex Fielding and makeup by Georgia Glen, both keeping to the natural, polished register the day called for.
Capturing the Day on Film
As the sun dipped below the valley, the celebration opened up, heartfelt speeches gave way to dancing, and espresso martinis flowed late into the night. Filming a day like this is about staying invisible, letting the real moments unfold without performance. The aim is always the same: a film that feels like the day actually felt, not a staged version of it.
"Nathan seamlessly swept in and captured every candid and raw moment of our wedding day. So seamless and stealth he was, that almost half our guest list asked us in surprise we didn't know you had a videographer?! Nathan is a cool calm King. His work was incredible and he made it look effortless." - Caitlin & Andrew
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Frequently Asked Questions About Woolbrook Homestead
Where is Woolbrook Homestead?
Woolbrook Homestead is an historic 1856 bluestone homestead about 30 minutes from Geelong, near Teesdale in Victoria's Western district. It sits on a five-generation working farm, with established gardens, open paddocks and a restored bluestone Woolshed.
How many guests can Woolbrook Homestead hold?
The grounds suit marquee-style weddings of up to around 300 guests. The restored Woolshed seats roughly 130 with an outdoor dancefloor, or about 100 with the dancefloor indoors, making it flexible for both intimate and larger celebrations.
Can you marry indoors or outdoors at Woolbrook Homestead?
Both. Couples can marry in the homestead gardens, out among the paddocks, under the wrap-around verandas, or inside the restored 1856 Woolshed, which doubles as a genuine wet-weather option.
Does Woolbrook Homestead offer on-site accommodation?
Yes. The homestead sleeps sixteen guests across six bedrooms, so the couple and their wedding party can stay on site and make a weekend of the celebration.
What makes Woolbrook Homestead a beautiful venue to film?
As filmmakers, we love the late-afternoon light moving across the paddocks, with the bluestone homestead and mature trees as a natural backdrop. The garden "rooms" and open space let us capture the day unobtrusively, with a relaxed, cinematic feel.
What style of wedding suits Woolbrook Homestead?
Woolbrook lends itself to relaxed country elegance. The heritage architecture and gardens carry the day, so it suits couples who want natural beauty over heavy styling, whether that is an intimate garden ceremony or a larger marquee celebration.
