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Wedding Packages

TITIPOUNAMU 
Classic Elopement
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  • One hour hosted elopement​

  • Couple + up to two witnesses

  • Elopement cake + serving essentials

  • Ceremony set up included

  • Glassware included, BYO bubbles

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$400   (2026)

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Customise it:

  • Newly weds accommodation $350
    2pm check in / 11am check out
    (if available) 

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Options available to create a fully coordinated
elopement package - please enquire 

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PIWAKAWAKA ​
Micro Wedding
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  • Four hour event​​

  • Couple + up to 18 guests

  • Fully set up ceremony including arch, seating & décor

  • Fully set up reception including tablescaping, tableware & décor

  • Fully set up rustic bar including ice buckets & glassware 

  • BYO ice & beverages 

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$1700    (2026)

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Customise it: 
 

  • Newly weds accommodation $350
    2pm check in / 11am check out
    (if available)
     

  • Early check in 'getting ready time' $150 p/h
     

  • 1 hour rehearsal the day prior $150
     

  • Additional guests $50 pp *
     

  • Additional event hours $350 p/h *

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*Maximum of 38 guests total / Guests to have departed by 9pm 

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Wedding Information Pack Request - please complete below

Please note: We are pausing hosting events whilst on maternity leave from March 2026.
Wedding packages & pricing to be revised prior to the 2026/2027 wedding season however we can provide you with our Planning Guide and & Wedding information pack during this time. This guide is intended to help you explore whether the Starling Homestead feels like the right fit for your wedding. 
Approx wedding date

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VENUE HIRE CAN INCLUDE: ​

  • Tables & tablecloths 

  • Straw bale seating 

  • Vintage mismatched chairs 

  • School bench seating x 6

  • Wine barrels

  • Outdoor umbrellas (weather permitting)

  • Festoon lights & lanterns (weather permitting)

  • Crockery / cutlery / glassware

  • Tea & coffee station

  • Rustic 'bar' with ice buckets

  • Arch 

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Please refer to our frequently asked questions on our Contact page 
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Who should consider our Wedding Venue.

If you are searching for an intimate wedding venue in North Canterbury, a Hurunui District wedding venue, Amberley wedding venue, or for a Waipara wedding venue.

If it is a North Canterbury wedding venue you seek - we have you covered!

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We are also a venue for elopements and engagements too.

If you are planning a Christchurch wedding, or small boutique event with a rustic North Canterbury feel - call us to chat!

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or contact us here.

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