Weddings About & Listen Gigs Testimonials Blog FAQs Get in touch Some venues look beautiful in photos and deliver on the day. Meribee is one of those rare places that somehow exceeds both. Nestled in the Shoalhaven, it's a working property with the kind of warmth and character that takes decades to accumulate—and it shows in everything from the landscape to the way the day flows.
I've played weddings here that rank among my absolute favourites. There's something about Meribee that brings out the best in a celebration—guests arrive relaxed, the setting does a lot of the heavy lifting, and by the time the night kicks in, the dancefloor is full and no one wants to go home.
The property sits on a generous stretch of land with a natural ease to it. Ceremony spaces feel considered rather than constructed—you're working with the landscape, not against it. Whether it's a garden ceremony under the trees or something more open to the sky, there's a sense of space and quiet that lets the music breathe. Playing acoustic guitar in that kind of environment is genuinely a pleasure. The sound travels cleanly, and there's no fight between the PA and a hard ceiling or an awkward room shape.
Meribee weddings tend to have a really natural rhythm to them. The cocktail hour is usually relaxed and unhurried—guests spread out across the grounds, drinks in hand, and the live music fills the space without demanding attention. That's the sweet spot for acoustic sets: present enough that people notice and enjoy it, unobtrusive enough that conversations can still happen. I've found that couples who book here generally want that kind of warmth over anything showy, which suits my approach perfectly.
If there's one thing I can say with confidence about Meribee receptions, it's that the dancefloor goes. Every time. There's something about the combination of a beautiful day, great food, and a crowd that's properly relaxed by the time the speeches wrap up—it means the energy is already there when the DJ set starts. My job becomes less about building momentum and more about sustaining it, which is the best possible position to be in.
Couples at Meribee tend to have strong musical taste and aren't afraid to share it, which I love. A well-curated "must play" list combined with real-time reading of the room is the formula that works here—and it's worked every time I've applied it.
The team at Meribee are genuinely invested in how the day goes. They're the kind of venue coordinators who communicate well in advance and keep things running smoothly on the day without it ever feeling managed. As a supplier, that makes an enormous difference—when the venue team and the music are working in sync, guests feel it even if they can't articulate why.
If you're planning a wedding at Meribee and looking for someone who can take care of the ceremony, cocktail hour, MC duties, and the DJ set in one—get in touch. I'd love to be part of your day there. You can also read more on the weddings page or see more South Coast venue guides.
Check availability"We recently had the absolute pleasure of having Mitch as our musician, MC, and DJ for our wedding, and we cannot express just how incredible he was. From start to finish, Mitch exceeded every expectation and played such a huge role in making our day unforgettable.Radvilė & Tristan Married at Meribee
Mitch has this warm and calm vibe that immediately puts everyone at ease. As our MC, he was both funny and smooth, effortlessly guiding the flow of the day with charm and professionalism. As a DJ, he absolutely nailed it—the music was perfect, and he had all our guests up and dancing from the very first track to the very last. He knew exactly how to read the crowd and create an atmosphere that everyone loved.
We were blown away by his talent as a musician. His singing and guitar playing added such a beautiful and personal touch to our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. It's something we and our guests will never forget—everyone was raving about how amazing he was!
Throughout the entire planning process, Mitch was communicative, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our day special. We honestly can't thank him enough. His incredible talent, professionalism, and heart made our wedding everything we dreamed it would be."
