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Queensland's Wedding Destination

AWARDED QUEENSLAND'S BEST WEDDING CATERER 2018

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Queensland's Wedding Destination

AWARDED QUEENSLAND'S BEST WEDDING CATERER 2018

The historic

Gabbinbar
Homestead

For 148 years, the historic Gabbinbar Homestead was a private residence used by the Governors of Queensland as their Summer Resort. This charming Homestead was renowned for its beautiful gardens, peaceful ambience and warm hospitality.

In 2012, we officially opened the Homestead with a passion to do weddings differently. Instead of a function venue, we offer a magnificent estate as your exclusive home for your special day - complete with award winning food, exceptional service and breathtaking ceremony and reception locations.

We genuinely believe every wedding should be unique and we guarantee a personal wedding planning experience.

As you discover more about our special location, we hope you fall in love with Gabbinbar Homestead just as much as we have.

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Historic Homestead

The Conservatory

The Woods

The Pavilion

Magnificent Gardens

Luxurious Brides Retreat

Ballroom

Old School House

Stables

Country Feel.
City Convenience.

Queensland’s wedding destination, Gabbinbar Homestead is centrally located for weddings from across Australia. Toowoomba is an easy 90-minute drive from Brisbane, the gateway to Western Queensland and only a short direct flight from Melbourne, Sydney, Townsville and Cairns.

Toowoomba has over 3,000 rooms of quality accommodation available so your guests will have plenty to choose from. Plus, numerous transport options including Uber makes the 10-minute drive from the CBD to Gabbinbar Homestead nothing but convenient.

The local Darling Downs region is brimming with memorable experiences for you and your guests before and after your wedding. Quickly becoming the foodie capital of South East Queensland, Toowoomba offers numerous paddock to plate experiences and a coffee culture to rival any Melbourne laneway.

The weather in Toowoomba is different to much of Queensland. We are lucky enough to enjoy four distinct seasons and being on top of a mountain range means it’s much cooler in Summer - our peak wedding season.

Once only known as the garden city, Toowoomba now boasts so much more. It’s a booming regional city providing the perfect balance of country charm mixed with modern convenience.

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The

Gabbinbar
Experience

Our wedding package is called ‘The Gabbinbar Experience’ and includes all-day use of the estate, a luxurious Bride’s Retreat to get ready in, stunning ceremony locations, magnificent gardens, award winning food finished with a breathtaking reception.

We prioritise exceptional service with personalised wedding planning included for all couples.

You can discover more about ‘The Gabbinbar Experience’ (including pricing and a full list of inclusions) by downloading the prospectus.

Exceptional Service

Attention to Detail

Pet Friendly

Exclusive All Day Use

Wedding Planning Included

Award Winning Food

Exclusive All Day Use

Wedding Planning

Award Winning Food

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Real Weddings
Robert and Sarah

WINTER 2018

Robert and Sarah hosted a gorgeous Winter wedding at Gabbinbar Homestead alongside 70 of their closest friends and family. Blessed with a crisp but clear Winter’s day which Toowoomba is renowned for, the ceremony was held in ‘The Pavilion’ followed by a garden party on the front lawn. The evening concluded with their reception in the ‘Conservatory’ complete with a delectable 2-course sit-down dinner.

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Real Weddings
JESSICA & CASEY

Autumn 2018

Meeting through mutual friends at a New Year’s Eve party, Casey and Jessica connected straight away and from the moment they met they knew marriage was on the cards. Just in case New Year’s Eve wasn’t already memorable enough, Casey and Jessica were enjoying a private sunset dinner in Fiji. In a small hut built into the side of a cliff, Casey got down on one knee and popped the question. Wedding planning here we come!

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Real Weddings
Robert & Elizabeth

Autumn 2018

Robert and Elizabeth hosted a glamorous Autumn wedding with a modern twist at Gabbinbar Homestead. Robert and Elizabeth were married at our ceremony location, ‘The Old Gates’ followed by their reception in our ‘Conservatory’. Enjoying an antipasto banquet and drinks on the lawn, wedding guests then moved inside Gabbinbar Homestead for a gourmet three course dinner.

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Reviews

ELLEN MORRIS - MAKE UP ARTIST

JANUARY 2019

"As a makeup artist, I have worked at many wedding locations and this would be, by far, my absolute favourite. Everything is taken care of so the bride can enjoy and relax on her special day without a worry. The cherry on top is that they feed the vendors as well, I was served breakfast and lunch as well as coffee and anything else I needed which makes all the difference when you’re making over up to 6 women. Would 100% recommend this venue!"

VANESSA - MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

DECEMBER 2018

"Without a doubt, the most magnificent venue any bride and groom could wish for. Our daughter and new son in law had the most amazing day of their lives. I would do it all again in a heartbeat."

RHONDA - MOTHER OF BRIDE

DECEMBER 2018

"This place is Amazing. My daughter had her wedding at Gabbinbar last Friday and from the moment we arrived the service and venue were great, we were looked after all day, the food would have to be the best we have tasted. All of our guests commented on the fantastic service!"