The Stables at Sages Cottage Farm
ProHighlights
- Timber-beamed barn on a heritage-protected 1850s farm in Baxter
- Seats 100 with a dance floor, or 120 for a cocktail reception
- Five-hour reception packages from $175 per person with drinks included
About The Stables at Sages Cottage Farm
The Stables sits on Sages Cottage Farm in Baxter, a heritage-protected property whose story runs back to the 1850s. The farm still works today and is run by Wallara, which uses it for education programs and job pathways for people with disability. The main function space is the barn itself – timber beams, soft lighting and long walnut tables – with an adjoining marquee for extra room. Outside are the original cottage, a rose garden, an avenue of pines, open paddocks and a lake, all used for ceremonies and photos. The barn takes 100 guests for a banquet with room left for a dance floor, or 120 for a cocktail-style event. Festoon lighting runs inside and out, and heaters and blankets are put out on cooler nights. Catering is done in-house, with plated, shared feasting, Texan barbecue and cocktail menus. Each package covers five hours and comes with a Classic drinks selection of wine, beer, an alcohol-removed beer and a pre-mixed spirit, served at the table and on trays. Weddings make up most of the calendar, but the venue also hosts birthdays, baby showers, christenings and corporate days such as conferences, training sessions and brand launches. Parking on site is free, and the venue has accessible toilets, ramps and wide doorways. A coordinator works with you through the planning and an event manager runs the day itself. Send an enquiry to book a visit or check a date.
Inclusions & amenities
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Pricing
Venue hire is $2,500 and a ceremony package is $800, with a rustic door entrance available for $250. Later-year events attract a small per-person increase set out in the venue's pack, and a $3,000 deposit holds the date.
Food
Vegetarian and vegan options are included, and the kitchen can cook without gluten, dairy or nuts. A children's menu is available for younger guests.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Stables hold?
The barn seats 100 guests for a banquet with a dance floor included. For a cocktail-style reception the limit is 120 guests.
What do the reception packages cost?
The wedding packages run for five hours and start at $175 per person for the cocktail menu. Shared feasting is $185 per person, Texan barbecue $195 and the plated menu $205, each with the Classic drinks selection. Venue hire for a wedding is a separate $2,500, and a ceremony package is $800. Events in later years carry a small per-person increase, which the venue sets out in its pack.
Can the kitchen handle dietary requirements?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are part of the menus, and the kitchen can prepare meals without gluten, dairy or nuts. Other allergies and medical diets are reviewed by the kitchen, and all dietary needs are due with your final numbers 14 days before the event.
Is there a deposit?
A $3,000 deposit secures a wedding date, followed by progress payments at six months and three months out. The balance is due a week before the event, and a $2,000 bond is held on a credit card from six weeks out.
Is the venue accessible and is there parking?
The venue has accessible toilets, ramps, accessible parking and wide doorways. There is plenty of free parking on site for guests.
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Sarah Swiggs
5 months ago
Amazing venue. Being a celebrant I have officiated weddings at a number of venues on the Mornington Peninsula. Stables at Sages is a stand out. The staff are absolutely beautiful and know as a bride and groom you are in…
Joanne Stafferton
11 months ago
My daughters wedding was on 8th of November. Best venue ever. Lovely staff and food. Well done 👏
Maria Alejandra Echavarria Tobón
2 years ago
The venue is stunning! If your looking for amazing gardens, great food, next level service and good vibes for your wedding day! This is your place!
Kate Stephenson
2 years ago
We recently went to a wedding at The Stables, and it was an absolutely magical and unforgettable experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure we were well looked after. They were prof…
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