Frequently asked

Frequently Asked Questions

Capacity, access, suppliers, weather, the river, the kitchen and the night sky. If your question is not here, drop us a line and we'll come back fast.

01/06 Getting started

The basics

90 minutes north of Sydney CBD via the M1 and Old Northern Road. Easy enough for guests, far enough to feel like a proper getaway on the Hawkesbury River.

Yes. When you book Berry Hill, you have the entire 75 acres to yourself for the dates of your booking. No other guests, no shared spaces.

Book a site visit and we'll show you the homestead, the spaces, the river and answer the questions that don't fit in an email.

Each pillar has its own pricing approach (weddings, retreats, off-sites, private events, productions). Venue hire and inclusions are covered in each property info guide, which you can download from any of the pillar pages.

1832 River Rd, Leets Vale NSW 2775. The driveway is signposted from Old Northern Road. Sealed parking just inside the front gate.

02/06 Property & accommodation

Where everyone sleeps

The Homestead (sleeps 7), 3 Shed Suites (sleeps 6 collectively) and up to 20 Luxury Eco-Glamping tents (sleeps up to 40). Total on-site capacity is 53. Full details on the Property page.

Yes. Berry Hill is designed for multi-day stays. Weddings generally run for 2 nights, however additional nights can be booked if required.

Yes. There are pubs, hotels and B&Bs in nearby Wisemans Ferry and Glenorie if you have more guests than can sleep on site. We can share a list of preferred local options.

The ground-floor of the Homestead and the Shed Suites have step-free access. We have a wheelchair accessible suite in one of the Shed rooms, a disabled-access bathroom at the Riverview Marquee and disabled parking. Many of the walking paths and event spaces are accessible. Let us know your group's needs ahead of a site visit and we'll walk you through what works.

Yes. All 20 bell tents have power.

An amenities block for glampers with 4 toilets and 2 hot showers.

Yes. Linen, towels and basic toiletries are provided across the Homestead, Shed Suites and glamping tents.

Yes. We love pets, canines and cats alike. Mention it in your enquiry.

Yes. Berry Hill is a family friendly venue.

03/06 Weddings

For the 3-day weekend

Up to 180 guests for ceremonies and cocktail receptions, with seated dinners for up to 150 in the Riverview Marquee. On-site accommodation sleeps 53, with additional guests staying at nearby properties.

Yes. We are a BYO venue with a fully equipped commercial kitchen. We have a preferred supplier list we can share, but you are free to bring your own caterers, florists, planners and photographers.

Yes. The sample run on the weddings page is only a starting point. We work with you and your planner to build a weekend that suits your vision and your guests.

The Riverview Marquee is fully weatherproof and can take the entire event under cover if needed. The Glass-front Studio is also available as a contingency option, for an additional hire fee if needed.

A 14-metre clear-span marquee with hardwood flooring and fairy lights. Seats up to 150 guests.

Yes. Tables and chairs are provided for up to 150 people.

Yes. Berry Hill is 100% BYO with no corkage fee. We have a Dan Murphy's partnership for purchases, and our preferred suppliers can set up and run your bar.

04/06 Retreats & off-sites

For groups working together

Yoga, pilates, meditation, strength and movement, women's wellness, men's groups and corporate wellness.

Meeting rooms with screens and whiteboards, breakout spaces, Starlink WiFi, AV, full kitchen for catering coordination, accommodation, walking trails and river access. See Team Off-Sites for the full inclusions. More information can be found in the off-site brochure.

Yes. Single-day off-sites and workshops are welcome subject to availability. Most groups choose to stay over to make the most of the property.

05/06 Productions & brand activations

For shoots and brand days

Starlink WiFi tested for concurrent video calls and real-time data backup. All carrier mobile coverage. Backup generator on standby. Zero connectivity downtime.

50 plus marked spaces with crew zones. Bathrooms, showers and lockers.

Starlink WiFi reliable for concurrent video calls, multiple 15A outlets, three-phase power and a backup generator.

Speakers installed across the Marquee and Studio, 2 hand-held microphones, a PA system of 4 QSC K10.2 speakers and 1 KS212C subwoofer, a portable equipment rack, screens and secure equipment storage.

06/06 Practical things

The logistics

Yes. 50 plus sealed and marked spaces just inside the front gate, with overflow space adjacent.

A purpose-built commercial catering kitchen ready for any caterer, plus the Homestead's fully equipped kitchen with double oven, 5-ring stove, microwave, BBQ, pizza oven, fridge and chest freezer.

Yes. Amplified music is turned off by 11:30pm. Acoustic and indoor music can continue past, and Berry Hill's location on private acreage means very few other constraints.

You can book a private coach service to the property.

Yes. 2 kilometres of private Hawkesbury River frontage with a sandy beach, kayaks and paddleboards. Swimming is at your own risk.

Boats can be anchored off our private beach, or launched from Cliftonville Ski Lodge 2 kilometres down the road.

The nearest petrol is at Maroota garage. Ice can be bought at Cliftonville Lodge.

For weddings, a planner or stylist is recommended (and is often the difference between an enjoyable day and a stressful one). For retreats, off-sites and shoots, our on-site coordination is included.

Yes. An Operations Manager can be on site each Saturday from 3pm to midnight.

Berry Hill carries public liability insurance. For weddings and large events we recommend you also take out event insurance, which a planner can help organise.

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