The Rutherglen Convent

Come and celebrate your love in a space that is as charming and unique as you, at the Rutherglen Convent. With its distinctive blend of warm, rustic charm and contemporary flair, a convent wedding offers a fresh and exciting twist on tradition. You can enjoy the best of both worlds by revelling in both the beautiful historic 1928 building for your ceremony and post-ceremony drinks, and then the brand-new Convent Brewery for your fun-filled reception. Did we mention two nights' accommodation, sleeping up to 22 of your friends and family, is included in all packages? Because we are big believers in turning your wedding DAY into a whole wedding WEEKEND!

Whether an intimate micro-wedding or a lively cocktail celebration of up to 100, we will work with you to bring your unique vision to life. Imagine exchanging vows in one of our five ceremony locations, within and surrounding the enchanting historical convent building. Hold an unforgettable ceremony in the thoughtfully-restored Chapel with beautifully intricate lead-light windows, in the landscaped front gardens under the grand main entrance or the shade of the giant oak tree, or in the ground floor original classroom basking in local history and natural light. Then, toast to forever in our brand-new brewery, where delicious craft beers and local wines meet stunning vineyard views on our expansive deck. Delight your guests with our mouth-watering cuisine, expertly prepared by our on-site chefs who will keep the flavours flowing all night. Did we mention the Margaritas? With a tequila selection rivalling our craft beer offerings, our expert team will help curate the perfect drinks list. When it's time to hit the dance floor, our stage area awaits your chosen entertainment - from DJs to intimate duo's to energetic 6-piece bands. As the night comes to an end, retreat next door to the convent building where you and your close ones can unwind in comfort and style.

Your love story, your way. A wedding at the convent has everything you need, all in one breath-taking location. We’d be honoured to be a part of your wedding story.

Hi! I’m Gina and I am lucky enough to manage the Rutherglen Convent. My husband Ben and I co-own this beautiful building with Michael and Tayler, and we are two families who have been holidaying in Rutherglen for over 20 years. In 2019 when the opportunity came up to purchase the property and after countless hours dreaming about the possibilities of how grand this previously run-down building could be, we decided to take a leap of faith and put our years of carpentry experience and passion for old buildings to work. Over the next 15 months we would work countless hours transforming it back to what you see today. We all fell in love with the building and its township in the process, now happily residing here. It has been an honour to restore this beautiful building and breathe life back into the old brick walls and see it now becoming a place to honour love and adventure as our couples start their new life together!