Things to Know
The Setting
Sunnystones is a 50 acre property bordering the Long Forest Nature Conservation Reserve. We enjoy uninterrupted views of the forest, including many varieties of wildflowers, mallee trees and box gums.
We have a large space just down the valley from the homestead which is perfect for the ceremony and/or reception. The setup can be customised to your liking, and vehicle access means it is possible for an array of personalised choices!
The Homestead
An architecturally designed stone building that has a large dining area suited for a formal sit down wedding or a cocktail style party. It is serviceable by our commercial kitchen, which can be utilised by caterers of your choice. The dining hall can seat up to 80 guests for a sit down meal or up to 150 for a stand-up cocktail style wedding.
The Lawn
At the end of 2021 we had a double levelled area excavated and turfed perfect for marquee's or glamping tents! The space is 35 metres x 25 metres looking out to Mt Macedon and the Long Forest Flora and Fauna Reserve. There is also a fire pit and seats on the bottom level for a relaxing afternoon hangout.
Venue Cost
For the most up to date pricing please visit our Online Booking Page
We offer weekend accommodation with an indoor capacity of 90 guests.
We provide the choice of using the venue for self-catered or catered stays as well as the option of using it for a wedding venue.
We offer a 2 night minimum on weekends from Friday to Sunday with a 4pm check in and 2pm check out.
2023
Self Catered Stay - $3,080 / per night
includes up to 60 guests per night.
Catered Stay - $4,400 / per night
includes up to 40 guests per night.
Wedding Venue Hire - $4,400 / per night
includes accommodation up to 90 guests per night.
2024
Self Catered Stay - $3,300 / per night
includes up to 60 guests per night.
Catered Stay - $4,950 / per night
includes up to 40 guests per night.
Wedding Venue Hire - $4,950 / per night
includes accommodation up to 90 guests per night.
What's Included
Rooms
There are 9 rooms at Camp Sunnystones, sleeping a total of 90 guests! Most have ensuite bathrooms, others have separate bathrooms alongside. The beds include a white sheet, pillow and pillow case. Please check out our room allocation form here and our floor plan here.
Bathrooms
There are 9 toilet bathrooms at Camp Sunnystones. Bath mats are provided in bathrooms
Dining Hall
The dining hall can seat up to 100 guests, but is just as comfortable with a small group. Tables and chairs can be added/removed to make up the perfect setting for you and your guests. Plus, dining tables can be arranged differently (such as a horseshoe shape, straight line etc.) depending on your preference. The dining hall is also a great space for conferences and functions!
Dimensions of the dining room: 18.3m (length) x 5m (width)
Dimensions of conversation area (at the end of the dining room): 7.7m (length) x 5m (width)
Total dimensions of room: 26m (length) x 5m (width)
Kitchen
The kitchen houses a commercial oven / stove / fridges / freezers / automated large scale dishwasher-sanitizer! Plus a huge array of mix and match crockery, cutlery, baking equipment, plus all of the usual's - microwave, toasters etc. This makes it easy for both Catered and Self-Catered groups! We understand that food is a major part of any stay, and we really enjoy making sure your needs are met, whatever they may be.
Fireplaces
We have three fireplaces inside, including one large spherical fireplace in the dining area. In addition, there are three outdoor firepit areas (including seating). Everybody loves a marshmallow on the fire! Two barrels of wood are also provided on the veranda for your stay.
Laundry
The laundry includes a large washing machine and dryer, and can be used during your stay free of charge.
The Sunroom
This is a favourite place by many for the ultimate chill out time. A cuppa and book, the sun shining in...you get the picture! Watching the kangaroos on the lawn is all a part of the Sunnystones experience!
Games Room
A major part of staying at Camp Sunnystones is a bit of downtime, and we have a pool table, a ping-pong table, Jenga and bowling set all in a separate games area. Also, there is a fireplace in the games room keeping you warm whilst you play a lazy (or intense!) game of pool.
The BBQ Area
Roast some marshmallows while sitting around a fire pit with someone on the grill cooking up lunch.
Decorative Items
Festoon and Fairy lights are available in and around the homestead in a fixed position that adds some character to our courtyard, olive grove and dining hall.
We have some barrels available to decorate with that you are free to move around to spice up the venue.
Lastly, we also have a wooden arbour available with the venue which you can dress up with some floral if you please.
Furniture
80 x light walnut wooden chairs measuring 52cm x 45cm x 83cm (LWH)
15 x blonde timber chairs
30 x black fold out chairs 45cm x 44cm x 79cm (LWH)
10 x tables measuring 180cm x 75cm x 77cm (LWH)
1 x table measuring 245cm x 75cm x 77cm (LWH)
4 x trestle tables measuring 165cm x 72cm x 77cm (LWH)
Furniture can be moved around in the homestead, we just ask it is put inside before nightfall or bad weather and for all items to be returned back at the end of your weekend!
Any damages to furniture will be subtracted from the bond.
Electricity
For power options we do have power in the building but do recommend a generator for outdoor power and for any additional third parties such as Dj's, food trucks and marquee lights.
Available to Hire
We have a contractor who we work with for a selection of hire items.
So these items are to be booked additionally to the venue hire but are still invoiced through us.
Glamping Tent
We offer a fully furnished glamping tent for your wedding or weekend away to soak in the beautiful outdoor surroundings that Sunnystones has to offer!
Doonas
We also offer doonas for hire!
Glassware
We have the following number of sets available for hire:
100 Champagne Glasses
120 Wine Glasses
100 Beer Glasses
60 Drink Glasses
Additional Information
Noise Restrictions
In line with Council regulations we are respectful of our neighbours. All amplified music on weekends needs to be switched off from 11pm onwards and, 10pm onwards on Friday nights.
Don't let that end your night though, pull up a chair around the fire and get lost under the stars with some roasted s'mores and good company.
Parking
We have a few areas to park, and they are signed (Bus Park, Car Park etc.). If you are expecting a lot of cars we recently got a new area marked as 'main group car park' which has a sign pointing to it, and it would be handy to even park a couple of cars neatly next to each other in the car park to start the row, then kick back and watch everyone else follow!
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Visits
Want to see the venue in person?
email our friendly team to arrange a guided visit of our venue to see the space yourself and ask an pressing questions you may have!
Monday - Thursday between 9am - 5pm works best for us but send us your availability and we will go from there!
Pets
We are a pet friendly venue so feel free to bring along your fur babies!
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Smoking
You're welcome to smoke but please only outside. And it's important that all cigarette butts go into ash trays / bins. We are on the border of a Nature Conservation Reserve - we spoke to the animals - they don't want the cigarette butts in their lounge room.
Bond
We have in place a $1000 bond to ensure that any damage to the property is able to be covered by the group. This is refunded after a post-check out inspection.
Activities
We offer activities to weekend and wedding groups that want us to host some activities on one of the days of your stay! The cost of hire is $150 per instructor per half day and you can find a list of all our activities and their descriptions in the Activity Guide.
Camping
Camping and Glamping are currently restricted feel free to contact us for more information.
Guest Accommodation
If you are staying at the venue as an overnight guest you need to contact the organiser of the event directly as guest accommodation isn't booked through us.
For more information that isn't provide here please feel free to contact us with any queries!
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