Canterbury
Doolan's Country Retreat
Darfield43.5°S 171.9°E
A country estate with lake views near Darfield, Canterbury Plains.
A purpose-built venue on a working farm with views across the Plains to the Southern Alps. The barn seats 180; the bridal suite overlooks the lake.
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Guest capacity
80–180 seated
Ceremony & reception
Both on siteNo transfers, no second venue
Accommodation
Sleeps 20
Getting married
Indoor or outdoor
Accessibility
Flat site accessible
Exclusivity
Shared venue
The place
Doolan's Country Retreat
A purpose-built venue on a working farm with views across the Plains to the Southern Alps. The barn seats 180; the bridal suite overlooks the lake.
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