Sunset Functions

About Us

White Elephant Sunset Functions originated with one thing in mind, the perfect location. If you are a beach lover or just love the idea of a beach-side function our venue is your venue. Expansive views from stunning Gnarabup Beach to the renowned Surfers Point, you cannot get much closer to the most famous location in Margaret River. Early afternoon into sunset evenings, here nature is provided at its finest.

Catering for up to 200 guests cocktail style our expansive deck and entertaining area provides uninterrupted views and superb summer sunsets.

A sunset function on the foreshore? Sounds perfect!

“It’s almost impossible to watch a sunset and not dream.”

- Bernard Williams

Our Vision - Your Vision

We have designed our packages with simple perfection in mind...

With one of the most stunning natural backdrops everything we do complements the already picturesque surrounds. Enjoy a casual function with a touch of class.

Food

Enjoy our speciality seafood paella, the perfect party pairing at a sea view venue. A combination of mediterranean taste and class our packages are designed with flexibility and simplicity in mind. Our menus can be combined with any of our special extras to create a package to suit your requirements.


Premium Paella

$65 per person

  • 3 Canapés - choose 1 each of the Meat, Seafood & Vege options from our 'Cocktail Menu'
  • Our Signature Seafood Paella - cooked on the deck by chef's for guests to enjoy

Chef's Selections

$55 per person

  • 3 Canapes - Chef's selection of our most popular canapes
  • Our Signature Seafood Paella - cooked on the deck by chef's for guests to enjoy

Extra's to add

  • Oysters - includes a station with condiments to pair - $20pp
  • Japanese BBQ Station (Yakitori) – choose 2 from chicken, tofu, prawn & lamb cutlet - $25pp
  • 1 hour of Canapés - choose 3 casual cocktail selections - $20pp
  • Substantial Canapes - choose 2 each of the substantial options from our 'Cocktail Menu' - $25pp
  • Late Night Sliders – choose 2 sliders from slider menu - $20pp
  • Cheese Tower - Three or five tier cheese selection served with fruits, crackers & quince - $400 or $700
  • Cocktail Desserts - choose 2 from our ‘Cocktail Dessert Menu’ - $15pp

    KIDS MEALS - $25

We offer meals for the kids (up to 18 years) so they do not need to be included on the adults menu. Please see the options we have below for just $25 per meal. We also do not charge children (under 18 years) to be on the adults drinks menu, we have soft drinks and juice include for them all night long.

Includes main & dessert - 1 selection from the following:

Main Options

  1. Grilled chicken with salad &/or chips
  2. Fish with salad &/or chips
  3. Pasta with tomato napoli sauce and parmesan

Dessert
Chocolate Brownie and Ice Cream

"Champagne, freshly shucked oysters and a setting sun over the Indian Ocean - Yes we had a great night! We had a wonderful host, helpful and accommodating to our needs, and your staff were all amazing. Food was great! Thank you"

- Cullen Wines / Christmas Party

Beverages

Beverage options are primarily local to showcase to you and your guests the amazing variety and quality in our locally produced wine and beer. The beverage package is for a duration of 3 hours with the option to extend if you wish.


Sunset Beach Package

Price $45 per head (Served 5:00 - 9:00pm)

White

  • Hartogs Plate Semi Sauvignon Blanc

Rose

  • Deepwoods Rose

Reds

  • Hartogs Plate Cabernet Merlot


 
 

Sparkling

  • Jean Pierre

Beers

  • Gage Roads 3.5% Alby Crisp Lager
  • Colonial Draught
  • Corona

Softs

  • Mount Frankling Sparkling
  • Margaret River Still Water
  • Coke & Sprite
  • Tea & Coffee

Paid on consumption

Wines, beer and sparkling - $9

Softs - $4

Selections as listed above.

Tea & coffee's - $ cafe pricing

Extras

  • Additional hour $15pp Sunset Beach package
  • Alcoholic punch $12.50pp (1hr) / 10L $200

* Premium beverage packages available upon request
* Beverages in packages can vary depending on availability

OR ASK ABOUT OUR BYO OPTIONS

We love our special events at The White Elephant Cafe! The location is the perfect event back drop, watching the sunset over th ocean whilst enjoying their delicious canape and sipping the regions wines and beers is a unique way for us to celebrate with our corporate event partners and the surfing community.
- Surfing WA / The Margaret River Pro
We held our belated staff Christmas party at the White Elephant in February and everyone agreed that we had picked the best venue, with beautiful service, great food and a wonderful setting. The view from the deck can’t be beaten especially with the backdrop of a beautiful sunset.
- Natasha / Swings & Roundabouts
My 40th was definitely a party myself and guestes won’t forget! The food was amazing accompanied by delicious wines and wow, that sunset! You guys delivered in every respect!
- Kate / 40th Birthday Party

Thanks to Mother Nature, the beach and ocean are a naturally created stunning venue just perfect for your beach side soirée.

Venue hire includes exclusive use of the most unique location on the South West coast, use of all cafe furniture, mobile bar, heaters (if required), lighting (including fairy lights) and venue sound system with wireless microphone.

Styling and furniture is additionally available and with our partners Dunsborough Event Co we can style the space to showcase your personality, suit your taste and be practical for your function style.

Dunsborough Event Co specialise in designing and styling weddings and events with their range of hire furniture, home wares and luxury decor. From a relaxed beach party to an opulent soiree, Dunsborough Event Co can create any atmosphere and experience for you and your guests.



Venue hire is priced at $1,000 and styling can be added from Dunsborough Event Co starting from $800. Our minimum spend for our functions is $3,500 which includes venue hire, food and beverages (not including styling).

Sunset functions are available from 5pm with a maximum time frame of 5hrs.

We can't wait to host your next function!

1 Gnarabup Rd,
Gnarabup W.A. 6285