Ceremonies for weddings (30+ guest count)
There are numerous incredible Straddie wedding ceremony locations on the island that are perfect for your wedding ceremony, each offering its unique charm and suitable for larger wedding numbers (30 plus guests)
When it comes to breathtaking backdrops, and everything being within five minutes drive from each other, then Point Lookout is the ideal setting for your dream destination wedding.
Amity Point is a much more subtle location and pretty perfect for a smaller, more intimate wedding.
Dunwich is becoming more popular as a location, in particular for convenience for mainland people wanting to get back to Brisbane on the ferry that night.
Point Lookout
Several beaches on the island meet the criteria for a wow-factor ceremony location, and these spaces you can book through Redlands City Council:
Home Beach West (Adder Rock end)
This location offers easy access from the carpark, is within walking distance of Manta Lodge and Scuba Centre, and Adder Rock Camp Ground. It’s a perfect spot for a marquee setupand a larger guest count. It is also a favorite for adventurous couples who don’t mind traversing across a bit of rocky terrain. Plus, it’s protected from southerly winds and welcomes off-lead dogs.
Home Beach Middle (behind Anchorage)
The following two spots are pretty close together (but far enough apart to be a problem if your guests are running to get to your wedding) So make sure you let everyone know exactly where you will be.
Located behind the Anchorage Resort, there is a tree lined aisle through the forest and tea trees leading to the beach. It offers street lined parking in front of the resort and is within walking distance of accommodations like Allure Stradbroke Resort, the Anchorage and The Islander, as well as reception venues like the Point Lookout Community Hall and Oasis on Straddie. This location is also protected from southerly winds and is dog-friendly off-lead.
Home Beach East (entrance across from Allure Resort)
Highly popular, this spot features a beautiful “aisle” through the forest and tea trees leading to the beach. It offers convenient access from a carpark and is within walking distance of accommodations like Allure Stradbroke Resort and The Islander, as well as reception venues like the Point Lookout Community Hall and Oasis on Straddie. This location is also protected from southerly winds and is dog-friendly off-lead.
Cylinder Beach Western Beach:
This location boasts a beautiful boarded walkway, complete with steps, originating from the Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel. It also provides easy beach access from the Cylinder Beach campground.
Deadmans Beach Foreshore:
A lovely little beach with accessible boardwalk steps from the carpark. A little bit of a board walk and sand track to reach the beach
Deadmans Headland Reserve:
Highly popular, this spot features a beautiful “aisle” through the forest and tea trees leading to the beach. It offers convenient access from a carpark and is within walking distance of accommodations like Allure Stradbroke Resort and The Islander, as well as reception venues like the Point Lookout Community Hall and Oasis on Straddie. This location is also protected from southerly winds and is dog-friendly off-lead.
Pandanas Palms Reserve:
This expansive lawn area, provides stunning ocean views, is located behind the accommodations at Pandanus Palms and is frequented by a local grass loving mob of kangaroos. It’s an excellent choice for your ceremony, especially if you want to stay away from sand – which is good for your less mobile guests and those who want to wear heels on their big day, while still enjoying a magnificent view.
South Gorge:
Located on the eastern side of the island and nestled in between some pretty incredible rock formations, and right next to the ocean. The afternoon light streams down the aisle which can create amazing photos, there is a bit is a sandy walk and steps down to the location, it does have a tendency to get very busy if the weather is just right but it can be an incredible spot.
St Peter Chanel church:
A small Anglican church that seats around thirty people, if you wanted a more formal ceremony indoors then check this spot out – here is the website
Dunwich
For couples seeking to hold both the ceremony and reception in the same venue, with the added convenience of allowing guests to return to the mainland via ferry, the Little Ships Club in Dunwich is an excellent choice.
Ceremonies for intimate weddings (less the 30 guest count)
Wanting a ceremony spot that offers a little more intimacy. Have a look at these excellent Intimate wedding (less then 30 guests) ceremony locations
Point Lookout
One standout choice is Straddie Chill, located at Point Lookout. This charming AirBnB house (you can check it out here) can accommodate around 14 people and boasts an excellent entertainment area with breathtaking views of the bush and ocean. The interior is beautifully styled, making it an ideal place for preparations and allowing you to host both your ceremony and reception in one lovely location. Talk to Stradbroke Island Events about it. – they have styled so many there
Amity Point
Amity is an unbeatable spot for an intimate wedding. While it is not the dramatic landscape of Point Lookout, Amity possesses its own subtle beauty. Along the rock-wall, you’ll find numerous incredible holiday houses with views overlooking the Bay and Southern Bar. Straddie Sales and Rentals manage most of these houses, and Stradbroke Island Events can assist you in making the necessary arrangements.
