Intimate Elopements and Mini Weddings Made Easy. Marriage Celebrant and Planner To Lose The Stress Of Co-ordinating Vendors

'Morelea Lakeside' Elopements + Weddings
​from $1,799.00 *

Celebrant + Planner + Venue
​any day of the week

Stunning Wedding Backdrop| Photo from Morelea Lakeside

Whether you're looking to have an intimate ceremony at a private location with just the two of you or you want your family and friends to be there to celebrate, I can help. ​

I've teamed up with the wonderful Angie at Morelea Lakeside, and we can offer you a location with stunning views of the lake and surrounding hills and mountains,

If the weather isn't ideal, you can enjoy the shelter inside in front of large glass doors that offers the same view as the outside ceremony location.
** Until 30 November 2024 -up to EIGHT guests Mon- Thur excl public holidays is from $1499.00

Morelea Lakeside ~ Lake Tekapo

The lupins in their full glory at Morelea Lakeside | Photo: Morelea Lakeside

Angie and Stan have welcomed couples from around the world to marry or renew vows at their lovely home and garden.

Morelea is conveniently located on Lakeside Drive, the same road where Tekapo Springs is situated, making it easy to find.

It's close to shops and accommodation, but their unique setup allows you to be on their property and feel like you're in your own piece of paradise, with the lake directly in front of you.

Every season is beautiful at Lake Tekapo.

For an extra cost, Angie can offer a delicious two-course meal for up to 30 people inside. She can cater for all tastes and dietary requirements. 

Wanting something more casual? She can also provide platters to enjoy after your nuptials.

She is well known for her delicious pavlova and meals, which locals, cruise ship passengers, and tour buses enjoy. 
 
"Morelea Lakeside" Address: 80 Lakeside Drive,  Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Angie can cater for up to 28 guests plus couple for a wedding meal inside. | Photo: Morelea Lakeside

Celebrant, Planner and Co-ordinator

I can be your marriage celebrant, simple planner, and co-ordinator to help bring together the wedding of your dreams.  I can offer recommendations of amazing vendors to help create a magical day.  

Agnes Grace Photography

Celebrant +  Coordinator
Jade Whaley​

​What you need know:

• Available any day of the week.
• This includes use of the grounds, bridal suite, and indoor lounge (great for wet weather). Outdoor chairs are provided if needed.
• Includes me as your marriage celebrant and help with wedding planning and co-ordinating
• Charged optional extras: archway, florals and bouquets, seat covers and sashes, wedding cupcakes, platters or meals for up to 30.
• 45 minute planning consultation after booking. I offer simple planning and vendor recommendations or for an extra cost I can organise every detail of your day.  
• Morelea Lakeside is a beautifully designed private home with a commercial kitchen.

I have been lucky enough to be part of 300-plus weddings, working alongside vendors across various fields. With my simple planning, I aim to match you with vendors that I know and trust will best suit your needs and preferences. Please note of course you can select and find your own vendors. Your day, your way. 

'Morelea Lakeside' Venue + Celebrant + Planner from $1,799.00 *

J + H from Turkey travelled via Australia | Photo: Beth Lambourne Photography

Your package includes:

• celebrant* ~ with 'aroha' elopement ceremony 
• planning* ~ 45 minute consultation after booking. I offer simple planning and vendor recommendations and connections or for an extra cost I can organise every detail. 
• morelea lakeside  ~ use of bridal suite, indoor and outdoor spaces. 
• package co-ordinator 

Price includes venue and celebrant. Does not include arch, accomodation or optional extras.
Price does not include marriage licence or certificate

👇 All package details at the end of the page

Important Information

Costings + Contracts

• You will be sent a contract to confirm  venue and myself for the date discussed. 
• Your $950.00 non-refundable payment will be required for the venue payment, and a deposit will be placed for celebrant to confirm your date and ceremony time . 
• After payment we will have a 45-minute meeting via zoom, phone or in person to discuss your vision and plan your wedding . This can be done via email if you prefer.
• If you live overseas, payment will be through WISE, and you will pay all associated fees.
• If you live in NZ, payment into my NZ bank account
• All remaining balance is due  one calendar month  before your wedding day

Marriage Licence

• These packages do not include your marriage licence fee of $150 + certificate of $33 = $183 NZD, which you apply for online and pay directly to the Department of Births, Deaths and Marriages 

E + L in March, photo at Tekapo lupin fields | Photographer: Kate Baron Photography

Jade has been an amazing person and celebrant from the first contact till the end. Jade made me and my (at the time fiancé) Leeroy feel at ease. She catered to all needs, cultural and religious aspects and is very respectful of any decisions.

Jade ensured to check in lots along the way as we had booked her almost a year in advance! She also made sure the remind us of the commonly missed things that go into planning a wedding to help ensure the day would go as smoothly as it did.

Jade made sure to include little tidbits of our love story into the very simple ceremony we had chosen, which made it a bit more personal. We can not highly recommend Jade enough for not only weddings but for any celebrant needs! Thank you Jade for helping make our day special!
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Emily + Leeroy |  New Zealand

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