Port Stephens Elopement Packages
For couples who want something simple, meaningful and far from the ordinary.
Our all-inclusive experience is created for couples who want something simple, meaningful and beautifully considered — without the overwhelm of organising everything themselves.
Whether it’s just the two of you or a small group of your favourite people, this is about slowing things down, being present, and celebrating your wedding in a way that feels genuine and personal.
Located just over an hour from the Hunter Valley, this Port Stephens elopement experience is a popular choice for couples seeking a more relaxed and nature-driven alternative.
An all-inclusive elopement, thoughtfully put together. It includes your venue, photographer and celebrant. All you have to do is elope.
Heaven Gardens
Your elopement takes place at Heaven Gardens, a secluded property in Port Stephens offering over five acres of lush greenery, open space and natural backdrops.
It’s quiet, relaxed and intentionally simple — a place where the focus shifts away from logistics and back to what matters. No crowds, no pressure, just a calm and beautiful environment to exchange your vows and enjoy the moment.
From soft morning light through to golden afternoon tones, the space offers a variety of settings that photograph effortlessly and feel completely unforced.
Everything has been designed to keep your day easy and enjoyable, while still feeling refined and special.
Your elopement package includes:
Exclusive use of Heaven Gardens for your ceremony, photos and post-ceremony celebration
A relaxed 3-hour experience
Garden ceremony setup with handcrafted wooden arbour
White chairs for your guests (up to 20 people)
A small champagne celebration after your ceremony
On-site coordination so everything flows naturally
And many more inclusions! Get in touch for the full list of elopement package.
A private garden setting
Natural, candid photography
Photographs that reflect how your day actually felt.
Florent Vidal Photography
Your elopement is documented with a relaxed, observational approach — focusing on real moments rather than staged poses.
With years of experience photographing weddings across Port Stephens, Florent understands how to work with the region’s light, landscapes and conditions to create images that feel effortless and true.
Coverage includes:
2 hours of photography
Pre-wedding consultation and timeline guidance
A mix of candid moments, group photos and couple portraits
Professionally edited high-resolution images
Private online gallery for download and sharing
A ceremony that feels like you.
Short, meaningful, and memorable for all the right reasons.
Mel creates ceremonies that are relaxed, engaging and completely tailored to each couple.
If you’re after something genuine — with a bit of personality and none of the usual formalities — you’re in the right place.
Your ceremony includes:
A personalised script that reflects your story
A fun, natural delivery (no awkward moments)
All legal paperwork handled and lodged
Your official marriage certificate
Marry Me Mel Celebrant
FAQs about our Elopement Package
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All-inclusive elopement package — $3,590 (Tuesday - Thursday)
Options: Add $500 for up to 50 guest // Add $800 for a Sunday elopementThis includes:
Venue (Heaven Gardens)
Celebrant (Marry Me Mel)
Photography (Florent Vidal)
A simple, transparent package with everything you need — and nothing you don’t!
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If you have dates you’re considering, we recommend that you get in touch with us, so we can confirm our availability.
Also, due to legal requirements, bookings must be made at least 30 days before your wedding date.
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This elopement experience is perfect for couples who:
Prefer something intimate over a large traditional wedding but still want something memorable!
Want a stress-free, well-organised day
Feel more comfortable with a relaxed, natural approach
Value photography that is candid and unobtrusive
Are drawn to nature, light and simple, beautiful settings
Whether it’s just the two of you or a small celebration with loved ones, this is about doing things your way.
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Port Stephens offers a unique mix of coastal and natural landscapes, making it one of the most beautiful places in New South Wales to get married. With soft light, quiet beaches, open spaces and a slower pace, it’s suited to couples wanting something more personal and less traditional. It’s also an easy destination for your loved ones to join you.
If you have family or friends travelling for your elopement, there’s a great choice of accommodation, from boutique stays and beachfront resorts to holiday homes and apartments. You’ll also find plenty of restaurants, cafés and bars nearby, making it easy to turn your elopement into a relaxed weekend or mini getaway with the people you love.
Client Reviews - Love Letters from our Couples
“Florent was extremely impressive on the day, working fast and efficiently to get as many photos done as possible before the rain started and when the rain started he turned it into a creative opportunity, getting some amazing shots of us with umbrellas and rain falling.
We have soo many stunning photos of our elopement wedding!
Would definitely recommend Florent & Angel for your wedding or any photo shoot!”
- Morgan & Nathan
“Absolutely lovely people who are passionate about achieving what you need in a photographer. If you are looking for one, please stop searching because Florent Vidal Photography is the pick of them all. Including their customer service. Both Angel and Florent are just wonderful people.
We spent months going through many different photographers. They stood out by a mile. The results? I can't stop looking at our photos. In love!
Thank you Angel and Florent. Really, thank you :)”
- Sam & Jeff
“It was an absolute pleasure to have Florent Vidal as our Wedding photographer. We were so nervous of things going wrong on our big day, but Florent and his team lessened the stress and made us feel comfortable every step of the way.
Every shot we received back beautifully captured the stunning scenery and natural feeling ‘candid shots’ that we were hoping for. The way that Florent framed us perfectly within the backdrop of the beautiful venue, Heaven Gardens, was more than we could ever imagine.
We’re both so happy with the end result and couldn’t recommend Florent Vidal more- He really did make our wedding less stressful and succeeded in ‘capturing the magic’ perfectly.”
-Keira & Mason
We’d love to hear from you.
Tell us a little about your plans, and we'll be in touch as soon as possible.
To check our availability and to receive the full inclusions for your elopement package, simply fill in the contact form below, or get in touch with us directly:
Email info@fvidalphotography.com.au
Call: 0405 666 260