Settlers Country Manor

Nestled on a 7-acre estate, Settlers Country Manor boasts panoramic countryside views, heritage architecture, and meticulously restored vintage interiors.

The property features majestic palms, manicured lawns, and arched bridges set among willow-lined waterways, offering multiple picturesque locations for your ceremony. The versatile reception spaces, including an elegant banquet hall and alfresco patios, can accommodate both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations of up to 400 guests, ensuring a seamless transition from ceremony to reception. 

Ceremony

Settlers Country Manor offers a selection of enchanting settings for your wedding ceremony, including lush gardens, panoramic countryside views, heritage architecture, and meticulously restored vintage interiors. To enhance the romantic ambiance of this venue, we recommend solo acoustic musicians who can create a truly magical atmosphere as you walk down the aisle. Below, you'll find a selection of our top ceremony artists, all of whom can perform without access to power:

zest string quartet

Genres: Classical, Pop, Acoustic

Zest String Quartet helps you draw your guests into the immediacy of the moment, providing an ambience of effortless elegance. Versatile, dynamic and sophisticated, their music helps you craft an intimate experience which will echo in the memories of your guests long after they’ve said their farewells.

"Perfect ambience! Our guests loved it. Zest was easy to organise, showed up with no hassles and tied in smoothly with the speeches."

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JASPER AND JANE HAWKINS

Genres: Pop, Top 40, Acoustic

Jasper & Jane Hawkins are a brother and sister duo who stand out for their seamless harmonies and upbeat, lively sets. They introduce a stompbox (percussion instrument) when it’s time to get the dance floor going. The dynamic duo has an extensive repertoire of well-known covers to suit any occasion, whether it be a laid-back afternoon set and/or stepping it up to bring the vibe to the party..
 

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DANiel john

Genres: Pop, Acoustic, Top 40

With a vocal quality that is reminiscent of Ed Sheeran, Daniel John creates a relaxed and romantic atmosphere with his soulful, smooth voice accompanying his acoustic guitar. Daniel spent the last few years working as a recording artist in Los Angeles California, and is now available for bookings in Auckland.

“We asked Dan to play a live set for our California Vegetarian Food Festival in Los Angeles and we were so impressed with how amazing he was. He added so much to our festival through his incredible, easy-listening, feel-good acoustic music. We have no doubt you will be happy having Dan bring his musical talents to your event.”

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Luna

Genres: Top 40, Pop, Acoustic

Auckland based singer-songwriter LUNA blends Spanish and English in her music to showcase elements from both sides of her cultural identity. Her music fuses reggaeton, jazz and RnB and it tells stories of youth and love. Raised by artistic parents, Luna was continuously encouraged to explore artistic expression and she began singing and dancing at a very young age. Always drawing inspiration from the Latin American music heard in her family home and the popular music on the radio.

“Smokey and effervescent with raw declarations of honesty. Luna’s rasp is reminiscent of a pioneer vocalist, bleeding her heart out in each breath.”

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Rachel Hamilton

Genres: Pop, Top 40, Acoustic

Auckland based singer/songwriter Rachel Hamilton has become a well recognised name in the local music scene, sought after for her warm and easy-listening acoustic versions of your favourite songs. Rachel has performed solo at over 180 national and international weddings; as well as at corporate events at venues including Sky City, Spark Arena, Aotea Centre, Hilton Hotel and more.
 

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Reception

Settlers Country Manor's Banquet Hall offers a versatile and elegant space for your wedding reception, accommodating up to 370 seated guests or 400 for a cocktail-style event. The hall features a grand indoor fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your celebration. To complement this sophisticated setting, we recommend bands that can provide a dynamic range of music while maintaining an intimate ambiance. Below are some of our top picks to ensure your wedding reception is a night to remember: