Rose & Smith review
Rose & Smith, located in the picturesque area of Tauherenikau, provides an all-in-one location for all your wedding needs, including planning, organizing, styling, and actual day management so you can just relax and enjoy your special day! With its lush greenery and charmingly aged exteriors, this location pleasantly radiates a vintage charm and timeless elegance perfect for intimate and laidback wedding vibes.
The venue offers a variety of options for your ceremony and reception spaces, including The Ceremony Lawn, ideal for a light and cozy wedding where you can exchange vows under the trees; The Round Bar, a bare white space that can be customized and decorated according to your own wedding themes; and, for large groups. Rose & Smith can accommodate up to 200 guests all seated.
Their in-house chef, personally tailors top-quality local cuisine and serves the finest beverages of Wairarapa region to your guests, and Paula Beverage, Rose & Smith’s owner and Creative Director, will be your personal event planner. With her vast knowledge and expertise, your wedding will go off without a hitch thanks to her over 20 years of experience in the industry.
Ceremony + Reception options
Tailored weddings & events venue
Experienced wedding planner
Supplier recommendations
Venue styling included
Etiquette & advice offered
Highly organised run-sheet
Rehearsal & day management
Photos
Patina Photo + Rose & Smith are your dream team.
About Patina Photo
We are wedding photographers who travel New Zealand, capturing all the feels from the greatest party you’ve ever thrown.
We believe great weddings are all about great experiences which is why we don’t want you to miss a beat. Everything we do is to help you be present for the best party you’ve ever thrown and have tonnes of great photos that bring you right back to your day for years to come.
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If the way we see the world is something that resonates with you, then we’d love to catch up and chat more about your plans. Reach out so we can arrange a time to meet and send you our pricing guide.


