The Space
A refined backdrop for every occasion.
Set within a restored former textiles millroom in the heart of Parnell, CASABELLA is a private event space where original character and considered design come together.
The building’s history remains present throughout, with exposed brickwork, reclaimed timber and existing imperfections retained alongside natural stone, dark-stained joinery and softly layered finishes. The result is a space that feels established rather than new - warm, tactile and quietly refined.
Generous proportions and an open-plan layout allow the space to shift naturally between intimate dinners, celebrations, launches, workshops and larger gatherings. At its heart, a fully equipped entertainer’s kitchen brings another dimension to the experience, allowing food and hosting to become part of the occasion.
CASABELLA has its own identity, but intentionally leaves room for yours. A considered setting that can be enjoyed as it is, or transformed entirely.
Events at CASABELLA
Together Journal 10th Anniversary
Engagement Celebrations
The Local Project Evening
Ceene Launch Event
Milestone Celebrations & Birthdays
Ponder by Porter James
Special Occasions
Ashley & Co Shoot
Hartfield Jewellers x Dr Diamond Event
Ponder By Porter James
Ceene Launch Event
Wedding Receptions
Form Collective Clubhouse
NZ Fashion Week Pop-Up
Private Dining & Hosting
Four Words 5th Anniversary
Engagement Party - Jess & James
Private Chef Experiences
Details
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CASABELLA is a private dry-hire venue, giving you the freedom to shape your event as you wish.
Bring your own catering, beverages and preferred suppliers, with the flexibility to create something entirely your own.
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From intimate gatherings to larger occasions, the space adapts easily to different uses.
Private dinners, corporate events, product launches, brand activations, workshops, celebrations, photoshoots, content creation and chef-led events are all at home here.
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CASABELLA comfortably accommodates up to 120 guests standing, or up to 50 seated, depending on your chosen layout.
For more intimate events, the space can be configured to create a smaller and more considered setting.
The 150m² floorplan is intentionally flexible. An 8-metre relocatable communal table can be configured to suit your layout, while the movable maître d’ station can transition into a bar or DJ booth if required.
There is plenty of on-street parking nearby, with bump-in and bump-out arrangements available.
For the floor plan, please see here.
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A fully operational kitchen sits at the heart of the space, supported by a separate kitchenette, commercial refrigeration and food preparation facilities.
Bring your own caterer or make the kitchen part of the occasion with a chef-led dinner or demonstration.
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The essentials are already considered, including Sonos sound, Wi-Fi, heating and air conditioning, two guest bathrooms and back-of-house storage with commercial refrigeration.
Wine and champagne glassware is also available for smaller gatherings of up to 30 guests.
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CASABELLA is a non-licensed, dry-hire venue, meaning you're welcome to bring your own food & beverages, or vendors of your choice, for your event.
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The below is a rough guideline only. Event styles differ and our pricing is always tailored accordingly.
Guideline ratesMonday - Thursday
Day rates from $1,500 · Evening rates from $2,500Friday - Sunday
Day rates from $2,500 · Evening rates from $3,500
Day rate examples:
A morning focused event from 7am - 12pm
An afternoon focused event from 12pm - 5pm
Breakfasts, photoshoots, workshops, baby showers etc.
Note: for daytime bookings, set-up and pack-down must occur within your booked hours.
Evening rate (or full day) examples:
An event requiring all-day access, or any evening event running until late
Conferences, brand activations requiring comprehensive set-up and pack-down, weddings, engagement parties, multi-day residencies.Please note: evening events are considered a full day hire, as pack-down and cleaning carry into the following day.
Tell us what you're planning via our contact form. We kindly request that you check our availability calendar first.

