Your Bridal Party Awaits

Start your wedding day surrounded by heritage charm, natural light and a private space to relax with your bridal party and loved ones before the big moment.


Image: Laura Johns Photography.

The Perfect Place to Get Ready

Whether you're planning a relaxed hens evening with your closest friends or need a beautiful space to get ready on the big day, Plane Tree Villa offers a private, heritage setting right in the heart of Christchurch. With sun-filled rooms, elegant period details and space for hair, makeup and photography, it's the ideal backdrop for celebrating with your bridal party before the ceremony. Multi-room bookings are available for larger groups — get in touch to check availability for your date.

Bride walking out of [plane tree villa with flower bouquet.

A Stunning Backdrop for Getting-Ready Photos

With our heritage verandah, ornate ironwork and classic Christchurch charm, Plane Tree Villa is a photographer's dream for bridal portraits. Step outside for natural light and a timeless backdrop, or stay in for cosy, intimate shots as the morning comes together. It's the kind of setting that makes getting-ready photos feel just as special as the ceremony itself.

FAQs.

Everything you need to know about planning your bridal party or hens do at Plane Tree Villa. Can't find your answer here? Get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

  • We can comfortably host a bridal party of up to people, with room to spread out for hair, makeup and photography.

  • Yes - get in touch to chat about a relaxed hens celebration at the villa, with the option of a multi-room booking for your group.

  • Many brides choose to stay the night before their wedding for a relaxed, unhurried start to the day —

Our Services

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Meet the Team

  • Monet Goode

    FOUNDER

    With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
    They set the tone for everything we do.

  • Emmett Marsh

    SALES MANAGER

    Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

  • Eleanor Parks

    MARKETING DIRECTOR

    Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.

  • Karl Holland

    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

    Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.

  • "Their attention to detail and commitment" to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.

    —Former Customer

  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

    —Former Customer

  • "A professional team that delivers on their promises."

    —Former Customer

  • "Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome."

    —Former Customer

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