Emu Bottom Homestead

Managed by The Epicurean Group, our values are centred around an abundance of fresh, seasonal and delicious produce prepared with rustic and authentic flair. Established in1836, Emu Bottom is Victoria’s Oldest Homestead and is located at the foot of the stunning Macedon Ranges, just half and hour from Melbourne’s CBD. This iconic property is the perfect, multi-functional location with venues soaked in history in which to celebrate an unforgettable special occasion. The Epicurean Team are made up of talented Chefs, experienced Event Managers & smiling Wait Staff all ready to create a truly memorable experience for your special day. From large scale affairs to intimate gatherings, our Events Team are dedicated to enhancing the experience of our couples and their guests through generous grazing and shared style menu concepts, placing focus on the celebration of each of our couples! The expansive lawns of the Homestead are offered for outdoor wedding ceremonies, with multiple locations for you to exchange your vows in front of your nearest and dearest. In the case of poor weather, the newly reinstated Stables offer couples a charming & intimate indoor ceremony space featuring original bluestone, exposed timber and vaulted ceiling. Guests will enjoy an hour of pre dinner drinks on The Lawn alongside an abundantly layered Grazing Table, before entering into the heritage listed Homestead for your reception. Enhance your guests experience by incorporating a feature cocktail or station of freshly shucked oysters perhaps? The Homestead boats a generous and beautiful dining room opening onto a wide veranda framing the lawns, gardens and spectacular views of the fields & valley below. The indoor and outdoor reception options make it a suitable venue to celebrate your special day all year round. On warm summer evenings, use the Homestead as a backdrop for an ‘under sky’ dinner. Our signature shared style menus are brimming with seasonal and local produce ideal for c