FAQ’S

We hope the below questions and answers will assist you with your day. You are welcome to contact our team at anytime for any other questions also!

 WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF BARRENJOEY HOUSE?

Barrenjoey House can hold up to 120 guests for a canapé style event + 40 guests seated event.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE VENUE HIRE FEE?

The venue hire includes exclusive use of Barrenjoey House for 5 hours, The Boathouse Team to set up, pack down, + to take care of you + your guests for the duration of your event, floral displays in the venue, causal lounge area, dance space + general venue styling. 

WHAT TIME CAN I HOLD MY EVENT AT BARRENJOEY HOUSE?

Your event package can start from 6pm onwards, unless otherwise specified by your Event Coordinator.

All weddings or events have a conclusion time of 11.00pm, except for Sundays which must conclude by 10.00pm. Please note public holiday times vary.

HOW LATE CAN MY EVENT RUN?

All events must end at 11pm at the latest. This is due to lending restrictions.

Please note, any event held on a Sunday must conclude by 10pm.

WHAT HAPPENS IF GUESTS ARRIVE EARLIER THAN THE START TIME? 

As our team will still be making everything perfect + ready to go there is no earlier access provided to early arrivals.

CAN I ADD AN ADDITIONAL HOUR TO MY EVENT IF WE FEEL LIKE EXTENDING ON THE NIGHT OF THE EVENT?

Unfortunately we are unable to extend the event on the day. 

All start + finish times must be confirmed 5 weeks prior to the event date.

WHEN CAN MY SUPPLIERS (BAND, DJ, STYLISH ETC) BUMP IN TO SET-UP FOR MY EVENT?

All suppliers are welcome to start setting up at 4:30pm, however we cannot guarantee all restaurant guests will be clear at this time.

 CAN WE MAKE A RESERVATION AT THE RESTAURANT SINCE WE ARE ALSO HOLDING OUR EVENT THERE?

You can make a reservation online for Barrenjoey House on www.barrenjoeyhouse.com.au/reservations

IS THERE A MENU TASTING INCLUDED?

The Boathouse doesn’t offer menu tastings however the menu at Barrenjoey House + our cafes reflects the style we bring to suit your event

WE ARE STAYING AT A HOUSE NEARBY, CAN YOU PROVIDE ANY CATERING AROUND THE SAME TIME OF OUR EVENT?

We would love to take the stress away from you and be able to provide a breakfast or lunch whilst you are getting ready, or catering the following day. Speak to our events team and we would be more than happy to tailor a package for you.  

WHAT TIME CAN A CAKE BE DELIVERED FOR OUR EVENT?

If the cake can be refrigerated, please deliver the cake on the day of the event anytime after 9am.

If the cake cannot be refrigerated, we suggest to deliver as close to the event start time as possible.

WHEN CAN WE DROP OFF ANY ITEMS WE WOULD LIKE FOR YOU TO SET ON THE DAY?

We will organise a time with you prior to your wedding or event to meet + confirm all the finer details. You can drop off any items you would like for us to set on the day for you at this meeting.  

DO WE HAVE TO PAY FOR A BEVERAGE PACKAGE PER PERSON, OR CAN WE HAVE A BAR TAB OR BYO?

We do not offer Bar Tabs or BYO - all the beverages are paid for before the guests arrive + all beverages are unlimited for the duration of the event.

 CAN OUR GUESTS ORDER SPIRITS OR COCKTAILS ON THE NIGHT?

We do not hold spirits onsite, as we do not have cash facilities on the premises during events.

If you would like to have spirits or cocktails, please include this in your Final Details Form (additional charges apply) + we will ensure that this is ready for your day at Barrenjoey House!

WHAT ADDITIONAL STYLING CAN I ADD FOR MY EVENT?

Absolutely. Please discuss the options we currently have available with your Event Coordinator.

WE ARE STAYING AT A HOUSE NEARBY, CAN YOU PROVIDE ANY CATERING AROUND THE SAME TIME OF OUR EVENT?

We would love to take the stress away from you and be able to provide a breakfast or lunch whilst you are getting ready, or catering the following day. Speak to our events team and we would be more than happy to tailor a package for you.  

WHEN DO I NEED TO HAVE MY FINAL DETAILS FORM DUE?

5 weeks before your event.

WHEN IS MY FINAL INVOICE DUE?

4 weeks before your event.

WHEN ARE THE FINAL GUEST NUMBERS FOR MY EVENT DUE?

5 weeks before your event. 

CAN I ADD GUESTS AFTER I HAVE PAID MY FINAL INVOICE?

Yes, you are able to add guests up to the day of your event.

CAN I HAVE A REFUND FOR ANY GUESTS THAT DROP OUT FROM THE GUEST LIST ONCE THE FINAL INVOICE HAS BEEN PAID?

Unfortunately, we are unable to refund after the Final Invoice is issued, and the final guest number is given at 5 weeks out. 

CAN I LEAVE MY EVENT ITEMS AT THE VENUE + PICK THEM UP THE FOLLOWING DAY?

You are welcome to do this, however all gifts + cards must be taken home by an allocated guest, or family member on the night of the event, and are not to be kept overnight at the venue.