12 Gorgeous Georgia Venues Made For Weekend Weddings
With its vibrant cities, stunning coastal communities, majestic mountain ranges, and serene countryside, it’s no surprise that Georgia is a great destination for your weekend wedding. Whether you’re dreaming of a country-chic celebration at a serene farm or an extravagant affair at a luxurious seaside resort, we’ve gathered some of the most sought-after locations that offer all the style, amenities, and southern charm you’ll need to keep you and your guests entertained for days on end!
ATLANTA
ATLANTA
Lanier Islands
Buford, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Waterfront
Al Fresco Affairs
Outdoor Activities
Fab Features: dreamy 1,500-acre spot for destination weddings • treasure trove of big water panoramas and charming tree-lined patios • multiple gorgeous reception venues include indoor ballrooms with sweeping lake views
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
SAVANNAH
SAVANNAH
Sea Palms Resort
St. Simons Island, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Luxe Accommodations
Ocean Views
Relaxing Resort
Fab Features: lovely coastal resort surrounded by island beauty is everywhere • ceremonies on the beach or beneath a charming white gazebo on a wide lawn • intimate cocktail hours at the lakeside gazebo are followed by dining and dancing in a choice of elegant ballrooms
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Jekyll Island Club Resort
Jekyll Island, Georgia
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Charm
Beach Ceremonies
Spanish Moss
Fab Features: historic barrier islands resort • exchange vows on an oceanfront lawn and then enjoy a sea-breeze reception in the Astor Room and Rooftop Lounge • the ornate ballroom provides the perfect setting for luxe affairs
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
ATHENS
ATHENS
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort
Braselton, GA
Venue Superpowers:
European Vibes
Vineyard Views
Luxe Amenities
Fab Features: stunning chateau surrounded by rolling hills and manicured lawns • myriad of elegant event spaces from the barrel-lined Cask Room to the light-filled Atrium • variety of comprehensive event packages customized to fit your vision
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
COLUMBUS
COLUMBUS
In The Woods
Rockmart, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Fairytale-like Forest
Full-Service
Modern-Rustic
Fab Features: a secluded estate tucked in the hills of Northwest Georgia • exchange vows in the modern-yet-rustic event pavilion overlooking the lake • endless photo ops among the farm-inspired buildings, lush woodlands, footbridges, a stone pool grotto, and an antique gas pump
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
NORTH GEORGIA
NORTH GEORGIA
Sage Cottage
Adairsville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Intimate
Backyard Vibes
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: a peaceful oasis nestled on over 12 acres and surrounded by woodsy views • hold your ceremony on their beautiful, expansive lawn surrounded by mature trees and alluring gardens • enjoy a romantic overnight stay in one of the five private rooms in the cottage
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Glen-Ella Springs Hotel & Restaurant
Clarkesville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Intimate Bed & Breakfast
Garden Celebrations
Fine Dining
Fab Features: exquisite, historic bed & breakfast tucked amid luscious, colorful gardens and a 12-acre meadow, all surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest • award-winning cuisine from the in-house chefs • exclusive destination wedding weekends include lovely lodgings for up to 36 guests in 16 Inn rooms
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
White Laurel Estate
Dawsonville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Quaint Outdoor Pavilion
Affordable, Flexible Packages
Family-Run
Fab Features: charming family-run estate • the pavilion feels like a quaint outdoor chapel thanks to whitewashed siding, a peaked roof, and a charming cupola • creative packages range from lavish affairs with all the bells and whistles, to simple micro-weddings, elopements, and venue-only options
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Swan Lake Overlook
Dawsonville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Pastoral Paradise
On-Site Animals (llamas, deer, emus, oh my!)
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: luxurious farm nestled on 225 serene acres overlooking the North Georgia Mountains • chic celebrations inside the airy barn designed with large wooden beams, industrial style concrete floors, large windows, and grand chandeliers • fun photo ops with alpacas, donkeys, emus, horses, and swans
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
The Wheeler House
Ball Ground, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Wedding Packages
Historic Home
Rustic Elegance
Fab Features: lovingly restored 1906 mansion and reclaimed wood barn on lush grounds • custom-built arbor with three chandeliers and hanging frames • darling cottages for overnight stays, with shabby-chic décor and ample gathering space
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Lake Rabun Hotel and Restaurant
Lakemont, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Mountain Elegance
Woodsy
Elopements
Fab Features: welcoming rustic retreat in the heart of the north Georgia mountains • ceremonies backed by a rushing waterfall or in a quiet lakeside cove followed by receptions in the lakeside open-air pavilion • accommodations in the delightful hotel or just down the road in Fish Camp's cute cottages
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Revere Venue
Dawsonville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Modern Romance
Picturesque Setting
Fab Amenities
Fab Features: modern Craftsman-style resort-like estate • the spectacular settings include a pond waterfall, a helicopter pad, photo barn • event packages allow you to customize your guest experience for the entire weekend
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
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