About Us
Built from love. Run with purpose.
Leonards Hill Estate is a family-owned boutique venue set on four private acres near Daylesford. We built it from the ground up — and we run every event with the same care we put into our own.
We first met in 2013 at a hostel El owned in Manila. What started as a connection across the counter grew into something neither of us expected. After eight months of long distance, we settled in Melbourne — and eventually, we started planning a wedding of our own.
We didn't want anything extravagant. We wanted something intimate, personal, and relaxed — a celebration that felt like us, even with 90 guests. With a six-month timeline and a clear vision, we planned it together. And somewhere in that process, the idea for Leonards Hill Estate was born.
Six years of planning, building, and creating later — here we are. We've poured everything we learned from planning our own celebration into this estate. Every space, every inclusion, every decision has been made with one question in mind: what would make this easier, more beautiful, and more meaningful for the people celebrating here?
We'd be honoured to be part of yours.
Meet Our Team
We’re El and the team behind Leonards Hill Estate — the people who’ll be by your side from your first visit to your celebration.
Between us, we’ve planned, hosted, and coordinated countless celebrations (including our own!), so we know how much care and detail go into making your day feel effortless. Our goal is simple: to take the stress out of planning, so you can focus on celebrating with your favourite people.
We’ll help you bring your vision to life, connect you with trusted local vendors, and make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. From the quiet moments of setup to the final dance under the festoon lights, we’ll be right there with you — making sure it all comes together just as you imagined.