Excluding our world-class service and award-winning grounds, no two weddings are ever the same. Each couple brings their own unique vision to the table and our job is to bring that vision to life! A great example of this is Katie & Ned who got married at Mona Farm in November 2022. Right from the get-go, the couple gravitated towards our pink Coach House building (circa 1903) and we ended up designing their entire ceremony around this non-traditional location.
Read MoreWhen Rhett, a talented film director and Roma, an effervescent costume designer tied the knot, it felt momentous. As they so eloquently put it “filled with false starts, family tragedy and national emergencies, we were finally able to have our wedding”. After several postponements, when the day finally arrived, it was spectacular. Thanks to higher powers, the weather forecast went from storms to sunshine, the guests were ready to celebrate and Rhett & Roma couldn’t have been more excited.
Read MoreOn Tuesday the 20th of December, just as people were beginning to switch their OOO’s on, Alex & Alex were welcoming their 118 guests in style. As guests flowed onto The Homestead Lawn they were greeted by our Resident Mixologist Pierre with a glass of Veuve Clicquot. In the background, the delicious smell of delicately smoked vegetable skewers and succulent lamb cooked by Executive Chef Tristan, Sous Chef Aaron & Poppy was a tantalising taste of what was to follow.
Read MoreMy name is Hope. I'm a year ten student at local high school Braidwood Central School. This week I completed my Year 10 work experience at Mona Farm where I gained valuable insights into the world of marketing. This opportunity allowed me to explore whether a career in marketing might be the right path for me in the future. Here’s what I learnt.
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Read More“I don’t even know where to begin to start to describe our wedding experience at Mona Farm. From the moment that we first walked through Mona Farm with Romy, Cam and I knew that this was the place for us. It was calm, understated, elegant and it took your breath away. Everywhere you looked there was something beautiful to appreciate. From the architecture and the artwork, to the gardens, everything was impeccable” — Amy & Cam
Read MoreIn March 2022, Mona Farm’s very own Brand Manager, Cherie Wowchuk and her long-term partner, Rob Wowchuk got married. The three day event was the perfect mix of beaming sunshine, torrential rain, Champagne and laughter. It was, without a doubt, the best weekend of their lives.
Read MoreThe day after their wedding, Amy & Cam organised a relaxed recovery day by Mona Lake. After a big night celebrating, a good dose of of Vitamin D, a refreshing dip and freshly brewed coffee from our Coffee Cart went down an absolute treat! Post-dip, guests devoured Tristan's spin on the classic ‘Egg & Bacon roll’ made with Braidwood’s ‘Dojo Bread’, smoked streaky bacon, local free-range eggs, haloumi and roasted mushrooms along with a selection of French pastries and seasonal fruits.
Read MoreLow-key / High-impact. Small guest list / Big energy. Micro Wedding / Macro Fun. It’s a Cliché for good reason - less is sometimes a whole lot more. Here’s Hayley and Scott’s 26-person magnificent Micro Wedding, held at Mona Farm on a crisp day in September.
Read MoreLast night’s fire-inspired culinary collaboration with Firedoor was even better than we could have imagined. We enjoyed a quintessential Aussie summers day, Lennox & Tristan’s 5-course menu was EXCEPTIONAL and to top it all off, our guests enjoyed a (Firedoor) red lunar eclipse for dessert. Wow. Special thanks to Pig & Pilgrim, Collector Wines, Visit Braidwood , Carlotta and Gee and of course, our friends over at Firedoor.
Read MoreIn May 2022, Edmund & Amelia hosted a 5-day meditation retreat across the tranquil grounds of Mona Farm. Due to its success, they are returning this June Long Weekend with their first Body Love Retreat entitled ‘Rise & Reset’. Held over three rejuvenating days, all-inclusive rates start from $1,995.
Read MoreBy all accounts, the wedding of Maddie & Angus was one for the history books. Mona Farm performed at her absolute best, as if she knew she was celebrating two of her own. The Easter long weekend delivered a red sunset, bright blue skies, a full moon and the biggest dance floor our estate has seen to date.
Read MoreAlex McKay started Collector Wines in 2005 with just a handful of cool climate shiraz and a determination to make elegant, long-lived wines. Fast forward to today, and the winery is known for wines that sing with a purity of regional expression and varietal definition. Collector Wines matched an exquisite selection of their wines to the fire-inspired 5-course menu at the Mona Farm x Firedoor event in November. A culinary collaboration ending in a red lunar eclipse over dessert.
Read MoreWhen it comes to wedding planning, having a concrete concept can help you narrow down those key decisions, align your suppliers & create an immersive experience for your guests. Featuring a Bollinger Champagne tower, scalloped umbrellas & Mediterranean-inspired seafood, Josh & Michele’s ‘Mona Riviera’ wedding transported their guests to a weekend on the Italian coastline. Bellissimo.
Read MoreWhen a little unexpected rain arrived uninvited, you best believe Mona Farm bride (and seasoned PR Manager) Emma Meads was ready. Read on to learn more about the bridal party’s luxurious black gumboots, how to prepare for the dance floor and where Emma & Riley held their ceremony.
Read MoreOn Amy and Cameron’s wedding day, the estate felt ethereal. The winter sunshine made the clouds appear metallic, adding to Amy’s high-impact aisle entrance as the sun bounced off her glistening sleeved gown. Coupled with the black-tie dress code, our perfectly manicured lawns and flowing Champagne, guests were transported to another world for the day. It was spectacular.
Read MoreSprinkles of sweet summer rain, a pastel palette, homemade limoncello and a Marquee dressed in fairy lights - all the makings of a Midsummer’s Night Dream. Here’s Eloise and Marco’s sweet summer wedding, through the lens of renowned wedding photographer ‘Joey & Jase’.
Read MoreSpring at Mona Farm is hearing the light hum of the bees as they work overhead. It’s navigating your way through a wildflower meadow and breathing in the fragrance of the rose gardens. It’s about rejuvenation, regeneration and reflection. New life. Fresh blooms. It’s about a sea of bluebells and a cacophony of bird whistles. It’s about the glistening lake and our resident platypus. It’s about our historic Elm trees and thriving veggie garden. It’s cooking outdoors, living outdoors and bringing the outdoors, inward.
Read MorePerfectly positioned in the heart of town, STUDIO ALTENBURG is a must-see on your next visit to Braidwood. Housed in the heritage-listed commercial bank, Studio Altenburg is a family-run business founded by the Altenburg family in 1978. Exhibiting emerging and professional artists and celebrating all elements of fine art, craft and design, you are welcome to admire all that’s within and even purchase a gift to take home with you
Read MoreA sun-drenched weekend welcomed visitors near and far to beautiful Braidwood where five stunning properties opened up their gardens for all to enjoy. An annual fundraiser organised by the Braidwood Preschool and supported by many, the weekend included fresh posies for sale, homemade crafts, cake, and lemonade across a spring landscape ready to explore.
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