Ryann Singh
2025
The venue itself is absolutely stunning. When we first visited Abel Estate, they had me walk down the aisle with my now-husband waiting at the end. The moment we saw each other, we both got goosebumps—it was magical, and we knew right then and there that this was the place for us.
The breathtaking views and the beautiful lake setting were only enhanced by all the incredible photo spots around the property, which made the decision a no-brainer. Abel Estate is the perfect mix of elegance, charm, and natural beauty, and it truly set the tone for an unforgettable day.
We did our fair share of shopping around, but ultimately Abel Estate offered the best value for money.
Their packages were comprehensive, covering everything we needed, from the venue to the catering, and all the little extras.
What really stood out was their flexible payment plan, which made budgeting and planning much easier for us. It gave us peace of mind knowing we could spread out the payments, without any surprises.
Abel Estate truly provided a perfect balance of quality and affordability, making it an easy choice for us.
Tamsyn Hickey
2025
I highly recommend using Abel's planning services if you're like me and had never really thought about what their wedding day would look like.
The weather for us was wet all day but we honestly forgot it was raining. The team helped us make a call early for the wet weather option and it worked.
Chelsea and the team were fantastic.
They organised and helped connect me with the venue florist Meghann, who had the perfect flowers for our day. The placement of the flowers at the ceremony spot was fantastic. It was just what we wanted even with the wet weather.
The venue is modern, bathrooms were roomy which is handy with a big dress. Great dance floor and heaps of space. The room set up with bar access was incredibly important to us and it worked really well.
The Concierge planning package we had was amazing and I've recommended this package to other brides who perhaps don't want to do all the connecting and just pay one bill. It was so much easier to have one bill than 40 different ones. Pricing for all parts of the package fit our budget
Leeah Talakai To’a
2025
We would get married here all over again if we could. If you’re searching for a venue that is visually stunning, can cater to a culturally diverse audience and provide top-quality food and service, then Abel Estate is the perfect venue for you.
Abel Estate was the most beautiful venue we had seen. I believe other couples should choose Abel Estate because of its natural beauty and stunning indoor/outdoor options. These options give you the freedom to have your wedding, your way!
The food was incredible! We had so many good reviews and praises from our families and friends.
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful on the day of our Wedding. They were always polite and respectful towards us and our guests and went above and beyond.
The atmosphere is so vibrant and inviting. Abel Estate has the look, the service and the prices to match! Everything is just so carefully arranged and executed to the highest of standards.
Kevin He
2025
Abel Estate is an absolutely gorgeous venue. It has a little bit of everything that you would want in a wedding venue: green grass, pleasant hills, nice foliage, a lake, and some nice white points of interest dotted throughout.
All of the elements combined make for a very well set up wedding venue. It's very pleasant for guests who get to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and also very nice for the couple who get a lot of variety in pictures.
The concierge package was excellent for us! The team at Abel Estate were absolutely fantastic and really helped us pull the wedding together.
It was also really convenient to have the venue responsible for coordinating vendors and for setting up the venue day of, especially since we don't live in New Zealand.
Yasemin Brown
2025
The venue is stunning and there is a lot of variety both indoor and outdoor spaces for the ceremony and reception.
We were originally meant to get married near the lake but because of the weather decided to move it indoors inside the reception area. It was great to know that there were multiple location options without impacting the level of styling and overall aesthetic.
We really liked everything that was included with the pop-up wedding package. The venue also provides so many recommended vendors to choose from which makes it really easy to pick and choose what you want/do not want for your wedding day.
Overall I would say the package was really reasonably priced especially when compared to what other venues were offering with their wedding packages.
Kelly Sinclair
2024
I can't express enough how it exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we stepped onto the grounds on the day, we were blown away by the meticulous maintenance and stunning decor.
Months of planning and envisioning every detail came together flawlessly, creating a picture-perfect setting for our special day. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect backdrop. We highly recommend to any couple looking for a dream wedding venue!
For dinner the 3-course plated meal was simply delish. The food was super fresh and beautifully prepared and plated, big compliments to the chef and the rest of the team in the kitchen. My only regret is not eating more on the day!
We also highly recommend the oyster bar to future brides and grooms who appreciate the finer things in life. The entire culinary experience at our wedding truly exceeded all expectations.
Charlotte Monis
2024
Hitesh and I were unsure of what we wanted from the venues we were viewing, but we knew we wanted a place that would leave us in awe. Your venue did exactly that.
Planning a wedding can be a daunting task, but with the right team by your side, it can be a breeze. This was exactly our experience at Abel Estate, where Stephanie, Nikki, and Virginia were instrumental in making our wedding planning journey effortless.
From the moment we set foot on the stunning grounds of Abel Estate, we were greeted with warm smiles and an air of professionalism that instantly put us at ease. They took the time to get to know us as a couple and understand our vision for the day, and then worked tirelessly to bring it to life.
James Kim
2024
Abel Estate is a classic, modern garden venue with an iconic lake background in the heart of Kumeu. The outdoor setting is outstanding with such diversity which was great for photos!
The canapes were so tasty and had so much variety of flavour suitable for everyone! People were clamouring for more! The buffet choice worked well for our guests as well, with braised pork belly being the stand-out dish!
The vineyard suite is a must for the bride and wedding party to get ready! The photo booth was well utilised as well as the outdoor games.
Carmen Sutherland
2024
The location of the venue with the lake and vines was absolutely stunning. Everyone remarked on how beautiful and peaceful it was. We could do everything in one location and didn't have to move off-site.
There were so many different places to take photos, and we didn't even get the chance to use half of the space as time ran out! The venue inside was beautiful, and the large open space meant it didn't feel crowded and cramped.
It looks very modern inside, and with the large windows overlooking the gardens, one doesn't have to style the inside too much.
All the planning was very stress-free with no hassles. It was lovely that it was just super easy and didn't have to think about it much.
The food was delicious, and there was quite a lot on the plate, which meant guests weren't left hungry. We opted for petit fours for dessert as we found the portion sizes to be too large to finish our main course. We didn't hear a single complaint about any of the food. They accommodated every dietary requirement for all our guests.
