Long Acre FAQ's

Of course! We encourage couples to visit the farm before making a decision. We would love to show you around, share the different areas available for your celebration, and answer any questions you may have. Please get in touch and we can arrange a suitable time for everyone.

To legally marry in Australia, a Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) must be lodged with your celebrant at least 4 weeks before your ceremony date. We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks’ notice to allow time for your paperwork, planning, and creating a beautiful Long Acre Flower Farm experience. If your preferred date is within this timeframe, please get in touch and we will let you know what options may be available.

Yes, a $500 deposit is required to secure your date at Long Acre Flower Farm. This allows us to begin organising your celebration, including preparation with your celebrant and booking arrangements.The deposit is partially refundable within 14 days of booking, as your celebrant may have already commenced work on your marriage paperwork and application. After this period, the deposit becomes non refundable as your date and services have been reserved specifically for you.

The remaining balance is required to be paid in full at least 7 days prior to your celebration. This allows us to have everything finalised and ready for your special day at Long Acre Flower Farm.

All elopements, micro weddings, and proposal experiences at Long Acre Flower Farm are scheduled between 2:00pm and 6:00pm, extending to 8:00pm during daylight savings. These afternoon and evening times allow you to enjoy the beauty of the farm, celebrate your special moment, and capture beautiful photographs in the changing light.

As Long Acre Flower Farm is a working farm with other experiences and activities taking place throughout the day, it can be difficult to allow early access outside of your scheduled booking time.Your ceremony area will be fully prepared before your arrival, with the arbour and seating already set up and ready for you. Any additional personal touches or decorations should be kept simple and designed to be completed within your booked time. If you have something specific in mind, please discuss this with us beforehand and we will do our best to help where possible.

As Long Acre Flower Farm is a working farm, we keep celebrations intimate with guest numbers limited to under 20 people. If you would like to include additional guests beyond your agreed package, additional fees may apply. Please discuss your guest numbers with us when planning your experience so we can ensure everything is suitable for your celebration.

Yes, children are welcome at Long Acre Flower Farm. As we are a working farm, we kindly ask that children remain supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. For everyone's safety and to help protect our gardens, children must stay out of garden beds, avoid climbing trees, and flowers must not be picked unless included as part of your experience.Please be aware that Long Acre is a rural property with wildlife, uneven ground, and unfenced waterways. These are all part of the charm of a working country farm, and we ask guests to take care and enjoy the surroundings responsibly.

Yes, pets are welcome at Long Acre Flower Farm, however we ask that dogs remain on a lead at all times while visiting the property. As a working rural farm, we share the land with native wildlife including kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and other animals, so keeping pets controlled helps protect both your pet and the local wildlife.To help care for the farm and gardens, please keep pets out of garden beds and ensure all waste is collected and taken with you before leaving. Thank you for helping us keep Long Acre a beautiful and welcoming place for everyone.

Long Acre Flower Farm is a working farm with gardens, grassed areas, and natural pathways, so comfortable footwear is highly recommended. We suggest wearing shoes that you can comfortably walk in, as your celebration and photography may take place across different areas of the property. Please consider the weather conditions on the day, as some areas may be uneven or softer after rain.

As Long Acre Flower Farm is an outdoor working farm, we embrace the beauty of each season and the changing weather. We recommend planning for outdoor conditions and discussing any concerns with us before your day. If rain occurs, we have an undercover area available that can be used for your ceremony, allowing you to continue celebrating while still enjoying the charm and character of the farm.