Together with their families

Lauren&Steve

Saturday, 31 October 2026  ·  Montsalvat, Eltham
Arrive by 3:30 pm Adults-only celebration Formal attire
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How it began

Our Story

We can't wait to celebrate the next chapter of our lives surrounded by the people we love most. After 8 years of being together we think it's finally time to tie the knot.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We are so excited to share our wedding day with you at the Montsalvat.

Saturday, 31 October 2026

Order of the Day

3:30 pm
Guest Arrival
Please arrive by 3:30 pm so we can begin promptly. Make your way to the Upper Gallery and find your seat.
4:00 pm
Ceremony
We say "I do" in the Upper Gallery.
5:00 pm
Cocktails & Canapés
Celebrate with us over drinks and canapés nearby while we capture a few photos.
6:00 pm onwards
Reception
Please be seated in the Great Hall for an evening of dinner, drinks and celebrations — including speeches and dancing into the night.
10:30–11:00 pm
Farewell
Our celebration winds down from 10:30 pm. Thank you for celebrating with us.
Where

The Venue

Montsalvat

An enchanting artists' colony set across twelve acres of European-inspired gardens in the foothills of the Yarra Valley — roughly 30 minutes from Melbourne. Honey-coloured stone buildings, courtyards and leafy grounds make it one of Victoria's most romantic settings.

7 Hillcrest Avenue
Eltham VIC 3095
(03) 9439 7712

Parking: On-site parking is available in the Function Carpark. As you'll be moving across the grounds between the ceremony and reception, comfortable shoes are a good idea. See the day-of map below for directions.

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For our interstate & out-of-town guests

Travel & Stay

Closest · ~4 min

Eltham Gateway Hotel

1339 Main Rd, Eltham VIC 3095

The nearest option to the venue, with comfortable suites and on-site dining.

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~12 min

Comfort Inn Greensborough

Greensborough VIC

Well-rated and close by, with a pool — a relaxed base for the weekend.

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~15 min

Mercure Melbourne Doncaster

Doncaster VIC

A modern 4-star hotel a short drive away, handy for those coming from the city.

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Getting there: Montsalvat is about a 30-minute drive from Melbourne's CBD. If you plan to enjoy a drink, we recommend arranging a taxi or rideshare — Eltham is well serviced. The nearest train station is Eltham (Hurstbridge line), a short taxi ride from the venue.

✎ Distances are approximate — please confirm availability and rates directly with each hotel for your dates.
Finding your way

On the Day

Montsalvat venue map showing the ceremony at the Upper Gallery (4) and reception at the Great Hall (5)

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Arrive & park
Enter from Hillcrest Avenue and park in the Function Carpark. Make your way to the Barn Gallery entrance (1) by 3:30 pm.
4
Ceremony · 4:00 pm
Held in the Upper Gallery (4). Please be seated a little before 4:00 pm.
Cocktails & canapés · 5:00 pm
Join us for drinks and canapés in the vicinity of the Upper Gallery and Great Hall forecourt.
5
Reception · 6:00 pm
Dinner, speeches and dancing in the Great Hall (5).

Limited mobility access & parking: please call Montsalvat Reception on (03) 9439 7712 upon arrival for accessible parking and access. Accessible parking is located near the Long Gallery (3), Upper Gallery (4) and Great Hall (5). Toilets are near the Residents Gallery (2) and the Great Hall (5).

A note on gifts

Gifts & Wishing Well

Your presence is more than enough, but should you wish to give a gift, a wishing well will be available on the day.

We hope you can join us

RSVP

Kindly respond by 15 July 2026

Please let us know if you can make it, along with any dietary requirements, using the form below. This is an adults-only celebration, so we kindly ask that you make arrangements for little ones to stay home and enjoy the night with us.

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Good to know

Questions & Answers

What time should I arrive?

Please arrive by 3:30 pm. The ceremony begins promptly at 4:00 pm, and we'd hate for you to miss a moment.

What is the dress code?

Formal attire. Think suits and cocktail or floor-length dresses. As you'll move across garden paths and stone courtyards, we suggest block heels or flats rather than stilettos.

Are children invited?

As much as we adore your little ones, our wedding is an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives all our guests the chance to relax and enjoy the evening.

How do I note dietary requirements?

There's a dietary field in the RSVP form — please tell us about any allergies or dietary needs there and we'll take care of the rest with our caterers.

Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

The ceremony is indoors in the Upper Gallery, with cocktails nearby and the reception in the Great Hall — though you'll move across the grounds between spaces. Melbourne spring evenings can be cool, so a light layer is wise.

Where do I park?

On-site parking is available in the Function Carpark, a short walk from the Barn Gallery entrance. If you intend to enjoy a drink, we recommend a taxi or rideshare home. For limited mobility access and parking, please call Montsalvat Reception on (03) 9439 7712 on arrival.

When do I need to RSVP by?

Please RSVP by 15 July 2026 so we can finalise numbers with the venue.

Can I bring a plus-one?

Due to numbers, we can only accommodate the guests named on your invitation. If you're unsure, please reach out to us directly.