LOCATIONSt. Kilda a few minutes from the CBD.
DETAILS The Willows boast spectacular façade and timeless interior coupling modern minimalism & elegance in a distinctive, yet refreshing way. With restaurant, conservatory, courtyard, dance floor, grand architecture, high ceilings & granite topped bar The Willows can accommodate an intimate boardroom gathering or large scale celebrations. The Willows has long enjoyed a reputation for fine cuisine and their Events Packages are just as memorable. Menu options include morning & afternoon tea, working lunches, private dinning and ½ day and full day packages. The Willows offers a range of indoor / outdoor areas that can be used for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, conferences, drinks & mingling as well as break out rooms and cocktail parties. The Conservatory offers an abundance of natural light as well as state of the art audio visual facilities and is fully climate controlled. Located at the entrance The Courtyard is an ideal gathering point. . Featuring 120 year architecture, the Estella & Lindsay Room feature a contemporary bar, modern artwork and large windows. Their dedicated Events Team provide personalised service, where the emphasis is on creating a unique & flexible setting for each customer make full use of this versatile venue.
FUNCTIONSThe Willows offers a range of indoor and outdoor private spaces that can be used for the main event as well as break out requirements and pre dinner / lunch canapés & drinks:
THE CONSERVATORY: The Conservatory is one of Melbourne’s most versatile and unique conference and event venues. They can accommodate a variety of functions, ranging from a small meeting to a product launch, large scale conference, Christmas functions, breakfast seminars and/or lunch and dinner gatherings.
Features:
Abundance of natural light
Electric shade awnings
Climate controlled (Heating&Air-conditioning)
Garden surrounds, natural setting
Flexible seating options
PA system with 6 CD stacker
State of art audio visual equipment
THE LINDSAY, ESTELLA ROOMS & BAR: These feature 118 year old architecture, large bay windows and modern artwork. The Estella Room features an expansive and opulent yet contemporary bar with granite bench top on one side. The Lindsay Room features a unique alcove areas idea for product information, band, gifts or cakes. Both rooms are perfect for informal meetings, executive lunches or dinners and cocktail parties for small/medium groups. This space can also be used for small exhibitions or break out rooms for conferences held in the conservatory.
Features:
1890s building classified by the National Trust
Traditional backdrop with a modern twist
Heating & air-conditioning
Fully operational bar for drink service
Granite topped bar for pre dinner/lunch canapés
Intimate setting with flexible seating options
Surround sound stereo system
THE COURT YARD: Located at the entrance The Courtyard is an ideal gathering point. Wonderful for pre dinner or pre lunch mingling, The Court Yard now boasts full exposure of this Heritage Listed St Kilda Road icon.
Features:
Exquisite backdrop & expansive decking
Separate smoking area away from food service outlets
Access to Estelle & Lindsay Rooms as well as Conservatory
Outdoor Speakers for Surround Sound
Electrical Outlets (if required)
TECHNICAL FACILITIES At The Willows it is their aim to provide corporate partners seamless event planning. They have:
Lapel, Roving or Floor Microphones & Lectern
Surround Sound Multi Purpose Stereo System
Data Projector (suitable for use in direct sunlight) & Screen
White Board and/or Flip Chart
MENUS & PACKAGES The Willows Corporate & Conference Portfolio outlines a range of menu options – from morning & afternoon tea, working lunches, private dinning and ½ day and full day packages.
