Some places just feel like magic—and The Grounds of Alexandria is definitely one of them. The beauty of The Grounds of Alexandria is that it doesn’t need anything extra to feel romantic. Even without any custom setup or added decorations, the space itself feels like a scene from a movie. With fairy lights strung across garden pathways, rustic archways wrapped in greenery, and the soft hum of live music or chatter in the background, it creates the perfect atmosphere for a surprise Sydney proposal. You can simply walk in, find a quiet moment under the lights, and ask the biggest question of your life—and it’ll still feel like magic. So when Hector chose this very spot to ask the biggest question of his life, he knew it was going to be something unforgettable.
He arrived dressed in a crisp blue coat—smart, calm, and just a little nervous. The colour popped beautifully against the greenery and fairy lights of The Grounds, adding a quiet elegance to the moment he dropped to one knee. It was simple, classic, and perfectly him. With a few deep breaths and a heart full of nerves, he dropped to one knee. Her radiant smile spreading across her face. With a graceful breath and a heart full of love, she said “yes,” and wrapped him in the kind of embrace that said this is forever. There were hugs, happy sobs, and that glow you only get in moments like these.
The Grounds provided the perfect romantic canvas for a Sydney proposal, but their connection is what made it shine. It felt personal, thoughtful, and completely them. Sometimes, you don’t need a grand setup or elaborate props—just two people, deeply in love, and a beautiful space to move through together.
Photography: Salt Shaker Films
