Welcome
Located in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, just 2 hours drive from either Sydney or Canberra and 1 hour from Wollongong.
The Secret Garden is the love child of Kathy Finigan, a horticulturalist with over 30 years of experience. Established in 1994, the garden has grown to cover the full 5 acres of the property, spanning different aspects and faces of the property to give completely different growing climates, accommodating a range of plants.
Whether you are engaged or getting married, you have an important event or simply want to get some beautiful photography done, The Secret Garden is the perfect location. With a myriad of different areas in the garden, no two photos will look the same.
Take a virtual tour of The Secret Garden
What’s happening in the garden
Services
Garden Wedding
Garden Parties
Local Florals
Wedding Photographs
Photography
Garden Tours
Beautiful gardens. We had the most amazing day and night. The hosts are so obliging and wonderful. You will not be disappointed with The Secret Garden.
Beth & James – 2018
The Wisteria Arbour
One of the most photographed features of our garden, the Wisteria Arbour is elegant and picturesque.
The Wisteria Arbour
One of the most photographed features of our garden, the Wisteria Arbour is elegant and picturesque.
The Marquee Lawn
Ideal for a large marquee or sperry tent, the lawn area is almost half and acre of lush grass and landscaped gardens.
The Marquee Lawn
Ideal for a large marquee or sperry tent, the lawn area is almost half and acre of lush grass and landscaped gardens.
The Rose Lawn
One of our most popular areas for weddings, the Rose Lawn is surrounded by roses and large enough to cater for bigger weddings and functions.
The Rose Lawn
One of our most popular areas for weddings, the Rose Lawn is surrounded by roses and large enough to cater for bigger weddings and functions.
The Birch Walk
Perfect for photography shoots, the Birch Walk is one of our most constant gardens and is perfect for winter events with the daffodils in full bloom.
The Birch Walk
Perfect for photography shoots, the Birch Walk is one of our most constant gardens and is perfect for winter events with the daffodils in full bloom.
Megan’s Garden
A private garden in memory of Megan, Megan’s Garden is pretty in pink and white with a Chinese Weeping Elm at its heart. This garden is perfect for intimate weddings.
Megan’s Garden
A private garden in memory of Megan, Meganβs Garden is pretty in pink and white with a Chinese Weeping Elm at its heart. This garden is perfect for intimate weddings.
The Wedding Gazebo
Our white gazebo is set against our man made lake with the Cherry Blossom walk as the backdrop. Our gazebo is popular for wedding ceremonies.
The Wedding Gazebo
Our white gazebo is set against our man made lake with the Cherry Blossom walk as the backdrop. Our gazebo is popular for wedding ceremonies.
Cherry Blossom Walk
Be transported into another world where cherry blossoms and magnolia trees line the garden path. Perfect for photography shoots or dreamy wedding photos.
Cherry Blossom Walk
Be transported into another world where cherry blossoms and magnolia trees line the garden path. Perfect for photography shoots or dreamy wedding photos.
Thoughts on Weddings
Thinking about a dress code for an outdoor or garden wedding.
A garden or outdoor wedding is certainly on trend now. With Covid restrictions and ongoing concerns regarding the spread of Covid, an outdoor setting makes a lot of sense. If you have decided that this is what you want for your big day, then let's talk dress code....
How to achieve a stress-free wedding day for the bride and groom.
Whilst most brides relish the thought of planning their wedding day no one wants to be stressed on their big day. Your wedding day needs to be relaxing and above all enjoyable. If you are stressing about last-minute things or taking calls from vendors, then stressed...
Courtney and James elope on a glorious day in late May.
Given all the uncertainty around trying to organise a wedding during covid over the last few years, Courtney and James decided that an elopement was the best option for them. An elopement just suited what they really wanted - no fuss, no bother, allowing them to...
Book in to The Secret Garden
For Packages and Pricing, pleaseΒ CLICK HEREΒ to view our packages.
For all other enquiries, please complete the form below.