"Just Us" Elopements
Intimate Lakeside Elopements at Lake Okareka & Lake Tarawera
Escape the stress and expectations of a traditional wedding and celebrate your love in a way that feels truly personal, romantic and unforgettable.
Just Us Elopements offers beautifully curated intimate elopements and vow renewals in one of the most breathtaking lakeside locations in New Zealand. Whether you dream of exchanging vows beside tranquil waters, beneath native trees, or arriving in unforgettable style by helicopter or float plane, we can create an experience as simple or as elaborate as you desire.
Choose from our unique collection of romantic accommodation options, including our luxury Lake House at Lake Ōkāreka or our secluded glamping retreats at Lake Tarawera, each offering privacy, atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings.
Tie the knot on the "Y-Knot"
Choose your perfect setting
The Lake House – Lake Okareka
A luxury 3 bedroom lakeside retreat offering elegant accommodation, hot tub on the deck with beautiful uninterupted lake views and optional pontoon ceremonies over the water on the appropriately named "Y Knot". Perfect for couples wanting a refined and unforgettable elopement experience.
Spencer Lodge - Lake Tarawera
A luxurious 4 bedroom lodge-style retreat set on 35 acres overlooking Lake Tarawera, offering sweeping lake and volcano views, beautifully landscaped grounds. Perfect for couples wanting an elegant elopement or intimate celebration with accommodation for close family or friends. Features include indoor and outdoor fireplaces, spa and sauna facilities, spacious entertaining areas and breathtaking photo opportunities throughout the property.
Glamping
Hidden amongst the breathtaking landscapes of Lake Tarawera, our glamping escapes, Jack's Hut, Ponga Lodge and Shepherds Legacy Hut, have been thoughtfully created for romance, connection, and unforgettable moments together. Designed with couples in mind, each retreat offers complete privacy, spectacular lake and mountain views, outdoor baths beneath the stars, cosy fire pits, and beautifully atmospheric spaces that invite you to slow down and simply be together.
Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a magical vow renewal, honeymoon, or romantic getaway, our unique glamping spots provide an extraordinary setting to celebrate your love. Wake to birdsong and mist rising over the lake, soak beneath the night sky, share champagne by the fire, and create memories surrounded by nature’s beauty.
From simple, heartfelt ceremonies to luxurious all-inclusive experiences, these are places made for romance, reflection, and the beginning of new chapters together.
Tailored Elopement Packages
We offer an array of elopement packages ranging from beautifully simple ceremonies for just the two of you through to fully styled luxury elopement experiences.
Packages can include:
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Registered celebrant
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Professional photographer
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Hair and makeup
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Accommodation
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Bridal bouquet and flowers
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Wedding cake
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Champagne and grazing platters
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Private dinner experiences
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Romantic styling
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Luxury picnic setups
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Breakfast provisions
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Late checkout options
Every elopement is tailored to suit your vision, style and budget.
Optional Add-Ons
For couples wanting something truly unforgettable, optional experiences can include:
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Pontoon wedding ceremony at The Lake House
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Helicopter arrival or scenic flights
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Float plane arrival on the lake
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Private chef dining experiences
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Couples massages
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Luxury picnic experiences
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Sunset lake photography
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Additional accommodation for family or close friends
A Wedding Day Focused on what matters most
Our goal is to create a relaxed, meaningful and beautiful experience where the focus remains exactly where it should be — on the two of you.
Whether you want a quiet ceremony at sunset followed by champagne beside the fire, or a luxury lakeside elopement experience with all the special touches, we would love to help create your perfect day.
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