Araluen function centre is based on this gracious century old home with established gardens and Sydney's only purpose built non-denominational chapel, making it perfect for wedding receptions and ceremonies. Araluen is a unique reception venue that offers you privacy for your function with only one function at any time.
With changes and improvements over its long history, Araluen has adapted to changing times and hence remained one of Sydney's best and more unique reception venues, Araluen caters for all types of functions - wedding ceremonies and receptions, cocktail parties, Champagne celebrations, birthdays, anniversaries, and more. Packages can also be personalized to suit your requirements with the inclusion of functions with numbers of guests being as small as 10.
At Araluen we endeavour to ensure your wedding reception or function is given the utmost professional care. Our professional staff are warm, organised and courteous. Our food is world class and exquisite. But don’t take our word for it, read what our guests have to say.
"I wish to thank you for organising our daughter's wedding reception. Everything was done with good organisation, style and utmost courtesy. I lost count of the number of guests who specifically expressed their joy and satisfaction on the occasion. The food was absolutely delicious, the waiters excellent, and the atmosphere so warm.
Arja Field (Mrs, Mother of the Bride)
“In appreciation to yourself and your staff for making our wedding reception such a perfect and memorable experience, we thank you. Your professionalism and service are beyond compare. Thank you personally for your invaluable pre-wedding advice, all of which was put to good use…”
Rebecca and Mark.”
“I am writing to thank you for your very caring and professional approach to our daughter’s wedding… You made our job so easy. Our reception and ceremony was perfect, thanks to every member of your staff…
I think nearly every guest commented on the great food, beautiful venue and Chapel and grounds, and of course the friendly staff – nothing was too much trouble… A big thank you for a job well done…”
Lorraine and Gordon.
Guest find Araluen, the perfect venue for a memorable wedding reception. And find our staff handle the event with care, quality and attention to detail.
“We just wanted to send you a note to thank you for the wonderful job you and your team at Araluen did for Lisa and Stew’s wedding… We are very proud to have our guests come to such a memorable venue and then to be looked after the whole evening with such care, quality and attention to detail… Thanks again.....”
Dianne and Wayne.”
“Thank you for making our wedding day one we will never forget.
The food was fantastic, the music great and the venue just perfect. So many of our guests rang us to say what a great wedding and reception it was, Many thanks again…
Jeremy and Wendy.”
At Araluen we understand that you want everything to run smoothly, whether it is a wedding reception or a Christmas party. From the time you book the reception until after the event is all finished, we pay careful attention to every detail.
“I wish to thank Tracey for her initial good sense and care and for keeping us informed throughout the process. I wish to thank lovely Casey who managed the ceremony with such tact and sweet spirit and yet got everything done on time. You are such special people.”
“People warned us beforehand that something will always go wrong in weddings. I give thanks to God for sending us to Araluen. I give thanks to you for being such professionals and yet making everything personal and intimate for our couple and guests. Not a thing went wrong at any stage. Best wishes."
Arja Field (Mrs, Mother of the Bride)
“Thank you for a wonderful evening for our Christmas Party. You and your angels were fabulous, the service excellent and the venue perfect. Please pass on to your staff a very appreciated thank you.”
Dinah.
The elegance of Araluen, coupled with the experience of our helpful staff, and fantastic food, helps turn your dream wedding or event into a reality.
“We would like to thank you for the most elegant wedding we have ever experienced… You helped my dream become a reality. The food was superb…probably the only bridal couple to eat well!! The service was excellent and the MC professional and very helpful. Everyone in the past proclaimed how wonderful Araluen was, now I can do the same. I will always remember your help and advice.
Thank you for everything.”
Tim and Valerie.”
“I would like to thank you for the success of Mum and Dad’s 50th Wedding anniversary.
Araluen is a beautiful house. Its elegance, sophistication and charming atmosphere together with your attention to detail made for a perfect day. Please extend my thanks to the pianist and waiters, to the catering team behind the scenes… their service was wonderful… On behalf of my brother and parents, our sincerest thanks for a day we will never forget….”
Louisa.”
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