Wattle Park Chalet
1012 Riversdale Road, Surrey Hills VIC 3127, Australia
Wattle Park Chalet is an elegant, sophisticated function venue, available for all manner of functions. So far, so good. It’s also housed within a Tudor-style chalet built around 1928 and is surrounded by gorgeous parkland, only twenty minutes from the city. Built in 1928, Wattle Park Chalet is one of those idyllic function spaces that makes one forget the city’s just a stone’s throw away. It’s all romantic settings, ballroom style spaces, private landscaped gardens, and consummate professionalism. Inside Wattle Park Chalet, one finds a Grand Hall, fitting 200 people, along with two internal mezzanine balcony function areas. Aside from intimate, boutique weddings, Wattle Park Chalet regularly hosts corporate events, cocktail functions, end of year celebrations, and launch parties. The dedicated events team work closely with each event, to ensure it’s unique, personal, and memorable. Our team will guide you through your wedding journey making the planning process of your special day simple and easy. With an atmosphere to complement its history, Wattle Park Chalet's timeless look is perfect for a wedding filled with elegance, charm, and an abundance of character. Wattle Park Chalet is found along Riversdale Road in Wattle Park, between Elgar and Warrigal Roads. Look for Wattle Park’s eponymous parklands - you can’t miss it. There’s a tram stop almost directly in front of the venue, along the 70 tram line. Wattle Park Chalet is located about twenty or so minutes east of the city.
Wattle Park Chalet Function Rooms
Private Garden Area
Aside from the immediately gorgeous and obvious parklands that surround this venue the elegant function venue also boasts a Private Garden Area. The manicured, immaculately landscaped garden makes for a perfect photography location during...
Entire Venue
This entire venue is an idyllic, boutique function venue. Surrounded by parkland and housed within a historic cottage, it's the kind of place that immediately lends itself to momentous occasions like weddings, and engagements That being s...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Wattle Park Chalet?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Wattle Park Chalet?
The following types of events can be held at Wattle Park Chalet:
- Workshop
- 21st Birthday Party
- Conference
- Networking Event
- Trivia Night
- 40th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Wedding and Wedding Ceremony
- University Ball
- Trade Show
- Seminar
- 30th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- AGM
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Offsite
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinners
- Meeting
- Product Launch
- School Formal
- 18th Birthday Party
- Bat Mitzvah
- Ceremony
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Wattle Park Chalet is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Wattle Park Chalet is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Wattle Park Chalet is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Wattle Park Chalet?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Wattle Park Chalet:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Wattle Park Chalet?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Wattle Park Chalet and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of guests attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Wattle Park Chalet Melbourne to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Wattle Park Chalet to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Wattle Park Chalet if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
Where is Wattle Park Chalet located?
Wattle Park Chalet is set in 137 acres of stunning native parkland located at 1012 Riversdale Road, Surrey Hills VIC 3127, Australia.
What makes Wattle Park Chalet the ideal wedding venue and the perfect party venue?
Whether you are planning gala dinners, banquets, Christmas parties, provincial events, or summer parties, The Wattle Park Chalet is the perfect party venue to suit your special day.
Built in 1928 by master craftsmen using materials salvaged from historic public buildings, the Chalet is listed on both the Heritage Victoria and National Trust Registers. The Chalet has operated continuously since it opened and is the only recorded café, dance hall, wedding reception venue, and conference venue dating from the 1920s that remains operational in its original form.
The reception venue can cater to all your needs, from an intimate wedding reception with 40 of your closest family and friends to a more lavish affair with 200 guests (350 for a cocktail wedding reception).
In this venue, there is in-house catering, a private garden, an outdoor heated deck area, an indoor fireplace, and plenty of on-site parking. Also, the Wattle Park Chalet offers a range of menu options and can tailor packages to suit your budget and dietary requirements.
The Wattle Park Chalet is the perfect party venue for your next special event! For more information on what makes Wattle Park Chalet the ideal venue for your next event, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.