A Stress-free Elopement that feels like us? Yes Please!
Lisa Hill Photography
Brad Reeve Photo
Where can we elope with all the beauty of Queenstown but none of the crowds?
Within a 1 - 2 hour drive from Queenstown or Dunedin airport you're in the heart of Central Otago.
These places - Cromwell, Bannockburn, Alexandra, Clyde, Naseby - are for the couples who would rather celebrate their wedding in a place with a sky full of stars than in a busy tourist town.
What could our elopement package feel like?
The short answer? Almost anything you want.
The longer answer? I create an elopement that feels completely like the two of you - in all your traditional, alternative, quirky glory - while taking care of the planning, local research, logistics and supplier coordination behind the scenes.
The best part? You don't need local knowledge to find these places that fit your vision of an elopement better than you could have imagined.
I spend my time uncovering the quiet lakesides, historic buildings, remote accommodation, tucked-away valleys and lesser-known locations that most visitors would never find on their own.
You get access to all the beauty Central Otago has to offer, without needing to spend weeks researching how to make it happen.
The locations may be off the beaten track, but the quality isn't.
I work with talented, professional vendors whose work is every bit as beautiful as what you'll find in Queenstown or Wanaka.
What could our elopement package include?
Usually, alongside celebrancy and planning, elopement packages include a combination of:
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A beautiful ceremony location
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Professional photography (1–3 hours)
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Hair and makeup
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Flowers, from bouquets to ceremony installations
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Catering, from a romantic picnic to a private chef experience
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Elopement cake
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Live music
But it can be all this and more (or less)! Tell me what brings the two of you joy, I'll do my best to include it for you.
Andy Brown
Andy Brown
What kind of locations can we choose from?
That depends on what feels like you.
A secluded lakeside where the only sounds are the birds and the breeze.
A historic stone ruin rich with character.
A hilltop with views stretching for miles.
A remote lodge where you can disappear for a few days after the ceremony.
A vineyard, a working farm, a heritage building, a hidden valley, even a delightfully haunted hotel.
Whether you're dreaming of dramatic scenery, complete privacy or somewhere with a story to tell, I'll help you find a location that's worth travelling for.
We have a slightly unusual request, can you help us…
I would capital L Love to!
Your elopement doesn't have to follow anyone else's rules. If you have an idea that feels meaningful, adventurous, quirky or completely unexpected, I'd love to hear it.
My goal is always to help create a celebration that feels unmistakably like the two of you.
Could you give us an idea of price?
Yes, I just need a little information from you.
This will allow me to give you a good estimate.
When you receive your estimate, you'll also receive information about what happens next if you'd like to explore things further.
There's absolutely no pressure—
it's simply a chance to see how the process works and decide whether it's the right path for you as you plan your celebration.
Hannah x
P.S. Scroll down a little further to see packages I've created for other couples.
Susan & Nathan
Clyde Winter Micro-Wedding Package
My brief was we want to enjoy every moment as a family - from getting ready with their son to ceremony & family photos with their parents and siblings.
All the joy none of the hassle of planning and making it happen!
To book in 2026: $5,500
Lisa Hill
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