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Get to know…Dunbar House Reception Venue

Modern Wedding Posted: March 1, 2013

Perhaps the most difficult part of planning a wedding is collecting information and finding out all there is to know about wedding suppliers so you can make that all important decision and BOOK! We thought we’d help you out with these little ‘Get to know’ posts to help you find a venue, supplier or product that suits you. We’re getting in contact and asking the questions you want to know.

Allow us to introduce…

D U N B A R   H O U S E

Dunbar House with Palm Trees

What makes Dunbar House special?

Located on the shores of Sydney Harbour, in the expansive grounds of Robertson Park Watsons Bay. In February 2011 the venue underwent a total refurbishment and the exterior has been restored to its former glory with a contemporary Georgian colour palette. Available for day and evening receptions with ceremonies under the magnificent Fig tree at the front of the venue.

Dunbar House Exterior - Wedding Reception Venue

Dunbar House Interior - Wedding Reception Venue

What is the venue’s capacity?

110 guests, cocktail: 150 guests.

What general facilities are available?

Dance floor, microphone and lectern, cordless microphone, screen and projector, PA system.

Dunbar House Wedding Reception Venue

Dunbar House - The Main Dining Room

Dunbar House - Wedding Reception Venue

What kind of packages are available?

There are Flexible packages on offer to suit your requirements including canapés, three course dinner, beverages and ancillaries.  Priced on application. Competitive winter and lunch packages are available.

Dunbar House

Bride in Dunbar House

Dunbar House Bridal Suite

Dunbar House - Wedding Menu Sample

Dunbar House sample wedding menu

What can couples expect a wedding menu at Dunbar House to look like?

Entrée Prawn tortellini, sweet corn and tomato, harissa grilled octopus – Chicken ballotine, soft polenta, rocket, capers and tomato – Carpaccio of King salmon, Chardonnay and spring vegetable dressing, soft feta

Main Lemon and chilli roast jewfish fillet, pearl barley, spinach prawn and coconut – Manchego and bacon roast chicken breast, white bean and garlic cassoulet – Herb and mustard crust rack of lamb, pea puree, mushroom tortellini

Dessert Warm chocolate pot, raspberry compote, vanilla cream – Vanilla and buttermilk bavarois, balsamic berries, almond crisp – Papillote of rosemary roasted baby figs and spring/summer fruit

Dunbar House Sunset

Dunbar House by night

For more information check out Dunbar House in our supplier directory or head straight to the website.

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