Raffertys Resort
ProHighlights
- Lakefront reception room with 180-degree water views for up to 200
- Reception packages from $176 per person, drinks and venue hire included
- Garden and lawn ceremony sites plus self-contained cottages on site
About Raffertys Resort
Raffertys Resort sits on Wild Duck Drive at Cams Wharf, on a strip of land between Lake Macquarie and the ocean. The grounds cover a large spread of bushland and lawn running down to the water, with a jetty, pools and self-contained holiday homes. The main reception room looks out across the lake through a 180-degree sweep of windows. It seats 150 for a formal dinner or holds 200 for a cocktail reception, with a private bar, a large dance floor and access to the verandah. For ceremonies there are three outdoor spots: the Village Green right by the water, Raffertys Hill with its circle garden, and the leafy Arboretum. Pre-dinner drinks and canapés can be served on the hill under festoon lights. Reception packages bundle the menu, a four-and-a-half-hour drinks package and five hours of venue hire, along with the bridal, gift and cake tables, lectern and dance floor. Couples can choose a plated three-course dinner, a canapé-style reception or a shared banquet. Beyond weddings, the Lakeside Function Centre on the shoreline takes birthday parties, corporate events and other celebrations for groups of 30 or more, with menus, drinks packages and entertainment available. The resort also hosts school formals. Business groups from 10 to 160 can use two conference centres with five seminar rooms, AV equipment and wifi, plus team building on the grounds. Guests can stay over in villas, terraces and cottages sleeping four to eight.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Budget
Food & drinks
Features
Facilities
Pricing
A lawn ceremony package costs $1,300. Peak-season minimum spends for receptions range from $14,000 to $16,000, a 10% surcharge applies on public holidays and a Sunday surcharge also applies.
Food
Corporate groups can choose anything from a la carte to set group menus, and private dining rooms can be arranged.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can the reception room hold?
The lakefront reception room seats up to 150 guests for a sit-down reception and holds 200 for a cocktail party. It has a private bar and a large dance floor.
What do the wedding reception packages cost?
Adult prices start at $176 per person for the canapé-style Mix and Mingle package, with the plated Sit and Dine and shared Gather and Graze packages at $200 per person. Teens and children have their own lower rates. Each package includes the menu, a four-and-a-half-hour drinks package and five hours of venue hire. A ceremony package on the lawn is $1,300.
Is there a minimum spend?
Minimum spends apply to wedding receptions in peak periods, for example $16,000 on Saturdays in February, March, September, October and November. Public holidays carry a 10% surcharge and a Sunday surcharge also applies.
Can I book a birthday or work party here?
Yes. The Lakeside Function Centre on the water takes birthday parties, corporate events and other celebrations for groups of 30 or more, with menu choices, drinks packages and entertainment on offer.
Can guests stay at the resort?
Yes. The resort has self-contained villas, terraces and cottages with two to four bedrooms, sleeping four to eight people. Guests also have use of the pools, tennis courts and lake access.
Where we are
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Jason Smith
a month ago
Beautiful place, hosted our wedding here and couldn't of been happier. Many thanks to Raffertys and all staff, especially to Brittany for being so accommodating and carefully coordinating every step of the way.
melissa g
3 months ago
Hosted a 50th birthday event & have nothing but praise for everyone we interacted with at Raffertys. From planning to service on the night, the whole team were friendly, accommodating & made our experience unforgettable.…
euny song
3 months ago
This was our second stay here. We came back because we had such a wonderful experience on our first visit. The resort itself is great for families. The facilities, rocation around the resort, and activities for children…
Jason
6 months ago
Disappointing. Booked two room unit with one queen size and two singles. Confirmed twice. We received a unit with two queen beds. We were told “there is nothing o can do, I’m here on my own” when we followed up. The r…
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