If there’s anything you guys should know right off the bat it’s
that we did not meet with a bunch of different vendors while putting together
our wedding. We did most of our research online and then met with as few
vendors as possible. Well, it was no different with the search for our ceremony
venue.
There were three different venues we looked at online, two
that could be used for the ceremony and reception and one that would only be
available for the ceremony. We had been to a wedding at one of these venues and
knew that we loved it but we researched other venues anyway because there were
some logistical concerns. I’ll reveal where we chose in my next post but first
let’s take a look at our three options and their pros and cons:
First up, the Lodge at Table Rock Park:
Upstairs at the Lodge
Downstairs at the Lodge
Isn't the inside gorgeous? Just wait until you see the outside:
The Lodge - I could just imagine our guests enjoying some adult beverages and playing cornhole on the porch
I'm in love with the patio at the Lodge. Look at all of those french doors!
Need more convincing? Check out the view:
View of the mountains from the porch of the Lodge
Pros: Cheap, gorgeous, outdoor space, fits with our soon-to-be revealed theme and overall feel that we're looking for, available for ceremony and reception
Cons: Too small for our larger than expected guest list
Up next is Fred W. Symmes Chapel otherwise known as "Pretty Place." Why is it called Pretty Place?
Because it's pretty
Wedding at Pretty Place
Would love to have pictures like this. Swoon!
Pros: Has an outdoor feel but is covered so rain isn't an issue, GORGEOUS, fits well with our theme
Cons: Not the cheapest, ceremony only and quite a drive from any potential reception venues
The last place we looked into was Greenbrier Farms. This place is really cool and became a major contender when I started to fall in love with the idea of getting married under a tree in a field. Kind of like this:
Bonus? Their reception location was very barnesque which I loved. They're also an operating farm so it would be a farm-to-table reception which intrigued me.
I am obsessed with mason jars and burlap. (Source)
Love the soft seating and string lights (Source)
Pros: Ceremony and reception space, outdoor option, fits well with our theme
Cons: Not the most affordable, kind of a hike from where we want our guests to stay, no big reveal for the bride, would need a rain plan for ceremony
So, which one did we pick? You'll have to stay tuned for the big reveal!
How many venues did you research? Did you physically go to each one or did you do most of your research online?
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