Puketutu Island Estate wedding

Puketutu Island Estate Wedding – Alana & Liam’s Elegant Celebration

There’s something truly special about photographing a wedding at Puketutu Island Estate. Surrounded by lush gardens and historic charm, it’s a venue that feels like it was designed for love stories. For Alana and Liam, it was the perfect place to say “I do”. It was a place where timeless elegance met heartfelt moments.

Once the residence of Sir Henry Kelliher, this Spanish Mansion homestead has been beautifully restored, blending old-world sophistication with modern comforts. Puketutu Island Estate offers so many picturesque spaces – from manicured lawns and grand interiors to hidden corners that feel like a secret just for you. It’s the kind of venue where every angle could be a painting.

Alana’s dream was to create a fairytale atmosphere, and despite the rain, her vision came to life beautifully. In fact, the soft rain added a romantic, almost cinematic touch to the day. Both the bridal and groom preparations took place on-site, making the morning calm, relaxed, and logistically simple. The Estate’s variety of rooms – from bright and airy spaces to rich, moody interiors – gave us so many options for stunning pre-ceremony photographs.

Venue – Puketutu Island Estate

Flowers – Leaf & Honey

Celebrant – Gary the Marry

Dress – Alma J Bridal

Suit – Rembrandt

Cake – Just Jess Boujee Bakery

Bridal Party Portraits at Puketutu Island Estate

When it came to the bridal party portraits, we made the most of the venue’s beauty. We wandered through the gardens, captured classic shots under the soft rain, and embraced creative flash photography as evening fell. The result was a gallery full of variety, depth, and personality – just like Alana and Liam themselves.

Reception at Puketutu Island Estate

The reception was every bit as thoughtful as the ceremony. Their grand entrance flowed straight into the cake cutting, ensuring everyone’s attention was on that sweet moment. Later, just before the first dance, we slipped away for some magical sparkler shots. It was such a perfect quiet pause before the dance floor came alive.

If you’re planning a wedding at Puketutu Island Estate, you’ll find it offers not only a breathtaking backdrop but also a seamless experience for you and your guests. It’s a venue where history, beauty, and love come together – and where memories are made to last a lifetime. Get in touch so I can bring your vision to life and capture your wedding day!