Ashley and Alexey chose Jimbour House, one of Queensland’s most sought-after country wedding venues, for their intimate celebration. With the historic homestead, sprawling gardens, and elegant reception spaces, Jimbour created the perfect setting for a wedding that felt both personal and timeless.
Guests were welcomed into an atmosphere that blended European-inspired styling with relaxed garden-party charm, showing why Jimbour continues to be a destination for couples searching for a luxury wedding venue in Australia.
The Ceremony
Ashley and Alexey exchanged vows in the gardens of Jimbour House, surrounded by just eighteen of their closest family and friends. The couple chose the estate’s outdoor ceremony setting for its balance of grandeur and intimacy. A hallmark of why Jimbour is often considered one of the best garden wedding venues in Queensland.
Styled by Studio Mon Fleur, the ceremony featured soft seasonal blooms arranged to complement the natural beauty of the grounds. Live music by Elizabeth Rae set the tone as Ashley walked down the aisle, before celebrant Luke De Gee of Married by Luke led the couple through a warm and personal exchange of vows.
With the sandstone homestead as a backdrop and the sound of live strings carrying through the gardens, the ceremony captured everything couples dream of when searching for an outdoor wedding venue in Queensland. Elegance, romance, and a setting that feels memorable no matter the guest list size.
Cocktail Hour in the Courtyard
Following the ceremony, guests moved into the courtyard of Jimbour House for a garden-party style cocktail hour. At the centre of the celebration was an abundant grazing table by Deluxe Event Catering, styled by Studio Mon Fleur with abundant fresh produce, artisan cheeses, and vibrant florals.
The courtyard’s relaxed atmosphere allowed guests to mingle, sip champagne, and savour every detail of the grazing display. A feature that has become one of the most popular wedding food ideas for couples searching Pinterest for inspiration. With music carrying from the gardens and the sun setting over the estate, the courtyard offered the perfect transition from vows to evening celebration.
This moment showcased why Jimbour House is more than just a ceremony location. As one of Queensland’s most versatile wedding venues, it offers couples the opportunity to move seamlessly from outdoor gardens to an elegant courtyard setting, all without losing the intimacy of the day.
A Candlelit Reception in the Dining Room
As evening fell, Ashley and Alexey’s guests were welcomed into the formal dining room of Jimbour House for an intimate reception dinner. Styled by Studio Mon Fleur, the long table was layered with candlelight, soft florals, and refined details that transformed the historic room into a scene reminiscent of a European country estate.
Dinner by Deluxe Event Catering celebrated seasonal produce and was served in a way that encouraged conversation and connection among the small group of guests. With just eighteen loved ones gathered around the table, the atmosphere felt deeply personal yet effortlessly grand. An example of how Jimbour House offers both luxury and intimacy in equal measure.
This setting is why Jimbour is often chosen by couples searching for a luxury country wedding venue in Queensland. Few locations can offer such a seamless transition from garden ceremony to courtyard cocktail hour and finally into a candlelit dining experience inside the homestead itself.
Cake and Evening Moments
To close the evening, guests gathered around a tiered cake by Cake House by Katrina Allan. Styled to reflect the couple’s relaxed yet refined aesthetic, the cake became both a centrepiece and a sweet finale to the intimate dinner. Their wedding day was photographed by Captured by Keryn Sweeney, it was one of those simple but memorable details that couples often search for when looking for wedding cake inspiration.
Afterwards, the evening flowed seamlessly into a relaxed continuation within the homestead. With guests staying on site at Jimbour House, the celebration carried a sense of comfort and exclusivity that only a private estate wedding can offer.
Closing
Ashley and Alexey’s celebration is proof that intimate weddings can be just as impactful as large-scale events. By combining a garden ceremony, courtyard cocktail hour grazing table and candlelit reception dinner, their day showed the versatility and beauty of Jimbour House. Whether hosting 18 guests or 200, the estate offers couples a luxury wedding venue in Queensland that blends history, elegance, and a sense of place that can’t be replicated.
