Lodge and Retreat Wedding Venues in Alto, GA

Creating happiness runs in our family. Our ancestors established this property in 1826. We named our venue this because we treasure the history of this space, and know there were many long, happy marriages on this land. There are several natural backdrops from which to choose for your ceremony; a log barn built in the 1820s, under an oak tree that is almost 200 years old, next to the pond on the dock, or by the large barn with a few curious horses behind you. Then walk across the green grass to your celebration under a tent, with or without a dance floor, lighting, tables, chairs and linens of your choosing.

If you’re dreaming of wide open spaces, rolling hills, and a timeless backdrop as you say “I Do,” then our team would love to help you create your magical wedding. Whether you’re planning an elaborate outdoor wedding, or an intimate rehearsal dinner, we’d love to help you create a magical experience. Our estate can host up to 300 guests outdoors, and can comfortably sleep up to 25 friends and family members. With three unique properties and 60 lush acres of greenery, we have the canvas to make your vision a reality. The Main House, The Guest House, and The Loft can all be used to provide lodging for your bridal party and loved ones during your wedding weekend.

Conley Creek is a newer venue opened in 2020 by Chad & Laura Winkler. We have a rustic yet modern feel with a large event barn to accommodate up to 150 guests seated and also a small white adorable chapel that seats around 50 inside. Both of these also provide outdoor options of seating of 150 guests! We do the setup for you and also provide two cabins, one for the bride and her guests and one for the groom and his guests. They can also be rented overnight if you want a fun last night of the single life!

As a truly unique and memorable lodging experience, The Retreat is your ideal location for weddings, family reunions, small retreats, church groups and more. It’s the perfect weekend getaway to the North Georgia Mountains and your time to reconnect with family, friends and nature. In addition, you are only minutes away from the best North Georgia destinations.

There is no doubt the stunning natural setting at Unicoi State Park & Lodge is perfect for any wedding ceremony and reception. While the exquisite surroundings at Unicoi State Park & Lodge make us an obvious choice, we make it easy for you to enjoy your wedding day, offering expert assistance with catering, lodging, and event services every step of the way.

Built in 2007 and remodeled in 2022, The Barn at Sunrise Farms sits atop Sand Mountain overlooking the hills and valley of North Georgia. The Barn features a Gazebo out back which is perfect for the fairytale wedding you’ve dreamed of and across the road is a bluff view allowing for beautiful photos!

Set upon 70 magnificently wooded acres near Stone Mountain in Gwinnett County, Vecoma is the perfect waterfront wedding venue for affordable Atlanta weddings, corporate events, receptions, banquets, memorial services and dances.

Nantahala Weddings is a destination wedding venue in the mountains of Western NC with exclusive access to lake and mountain view property for multi-day events. Onsite lodging for 18. Beautiful backdrops for photos: lake, river mountains, waterfalls, forest. • No other weddings or any other events will take place on our property for the duration of your stay! • Pets are welcome. • LGBTQ-friendly. • NO MANDATORY END TIME and NO NOISE RESTRICTIONS. • Destination vibes – no passports required. Surrounded by the pristine natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains, our venue is intimate, magical, and elegant with lake and mountain views that will make your guests swoon. • A wedding on Nantahala Lake is ideal for couples who want to unplug from the hustle of urban life to embrace the peace and quiet of the mountains. Our multi-day packages are designed to help you chill out during your wedding weekend. • A luxurious summer camp feel with onsite lodging and outdoor activities at your doorstep.

Peacock Reserve is an enchanting wedding venue nestled in the picturesque mountains of Western North Carolina. We offer the perfect blend of farmhouse charm and modern comfort. Our wedding venue offers both convenience and elegance. From a covered open-aired ceremony space and stylish, climate-controlled reception venue, to on-site accommodations, you and your guests can enjoy the serenity and sophistication.

Looking for the perfect place to relax, enjoy, and cherish your special wedding day? The Carlyle House in Historic Downtown Norcross provides the perfect indoor or outdoor wedding venue. Our outdoor terrace can give you the perfect setting for a winter, spring, summer, or fall wedding. This space truly allows us to serve as an outdoor wedding venue in which you can hold your reception, seating, and bar both inside and outside.

The Wagon Wheel at WagonMaster Ranch is situated on 50 acres outside of Murphy, NC. Whether it's an intimate gathering or an awesome gala, we can customize your event with lots of options and affordable pricing. Our place is where everyone feel at home. Ameniities:

Stone Creek Inn is a picturesque wedding and event venue located in Northwest Georgia. We feature a large creek with a lovely bridge, a covered ceremony area nd indoor ballroom. Choose from many full service wedding packages for your special day.

Nestled in the remote mountains of Tuckasegee, North Carolina, Running Cedar Springs is a 60-acre wedding venue surrounded by beautiful forest just miles from the picturesque Blue Ridge Parkway. It is a brand-new venue in the woods for the most intimate mountain wedding celebration. You'll love that there are no steep mountain roads for your guests to navigate when they join you at Running Cedar Springs! This beautiful, intimate outdoor setting is designed to comfortably accommodate 80 of your nearest and dearest. And don't worry, the weather will never be a factor as Running Cedar Springs provides a 1,000 square foot covered shelter with a beautiful rock fireplace to keep guests warm and cozy.

Imagine a celebration of a lifetime, with all your friends and family, on a luxurious mountain vineyard estate. The Vineyard at High Holly is a sprawling vacation destination, vineyard, and wedding venue located in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Highlands Plateau. Your stay with us is an experience that will be talked about with reverence for the rest of your lives. The breathtaking vineyard, mountains, and splendidly designed event spaces and cottages. The sheer attention to professional and personal detail helps make The Vineyard your one-of-a-kind Western North Carolina mountain wedding destination. We know what it's like to plan a wedding: there are so many decisions and details to attend to! We will help you customize your wedding to fit your needs. If you have an idea we will do everything we can to make your vision come to life!

Congratulations on your recent engagement! We know just how important it is for you and your partner to plan the perfect wedding. Planning your big day can be stressful and overwhelming, but not with Morning Breeze. We go above and beyond to ensure that you have everything you need to make this day special. One of the most important things on your wedding checklist is finding a venue. Luckily for you, we have the perfect place in mind. Imagine exchanging vows with the love of your life with the North Georgia Mountains set as the backdrop to your ceremony. There’s nothing more romantic than feeling the crisp mountain air sharing that space with you and your sweetheart!

The Mayes Event Center at Deerwoode Reserve will be open Spring 2024. It is currently being renovated and will have a climate-controlled banquet hall, catering kitchen, bridal suite, restrooms, and a covered open-air pavilion. Deerwoode Reserve is 175 acre nature preserve with cabin accommodations and on-site amenities. Explore the Bamboo Forest, walk over 5 miles of trails, kayak or canoe around the lake, and there's plenty of fishing options, or just relax on a hammock. The Coyote Lodge is a 4,000 cabin with a huge great room with soaring 2 story stone wood-burning fireplace. This space is great for a small ceremony up to 40 guests. The Coyote Lodge has 4 master suites with private bathrooms, and can sleep up to 18 people. Cabin accommodations include 11 cabins, ranging from studio units to 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom cabins. They can added to venue rental. Partial and whole property rentals are available. Perfect for those planning a destination wedding.

Welcome to “THE CAMPGROUND RANCH ESTATE” This sprawling three-acre ranch-style home offers a tranquil resort atmosphere, adorned with a courtyard surrounded by beautiful flower gardens, a small pond, and serene water fountains. The decorum inside the 5,000 square foot estate is Afrocentric with natural wood features, 8ft pillars, and distinctive works of art.

Chimney Oaks Golf Club is a world class 18 hole Championship Golf Course and Event Venue with On-Site Lodging and Amenities. Located in Homer, Northeast Georgia we are only 8 miles from Commerce and just 8 miles off I-85. Boasting a stunning Modern Farmhouse Event Venue, upscale dining options, pool, *Fitness Center, bridal dressing room, state of the art golf facilities and more - Chimney Oaks provides an wonderful experience for you and your guests.

Cold Creek Farm is a family owned venue, operated by Jeff and Susan Buffington. Located in the North Georgia mountains, it was originally purchased in 2011 to be a working farm with animals and all! A few years and a great deal of hard work later, it is now a place where love is celebrated almost every weekend of the year. You are welcome to talk with the great people who are here to serve you and your guests on your wedding day. Tastings of baked goods, dinner and appetizer options, décor for the reception and ceremony spaces will be set up as well as some additional vendors outside of our packages are here for you to meet and work with.

*PLEASE INQUIRE THROUGH OUR WEBSITE www.sanctuaryestate.com TO ENSURE A RESPONSE FROM OUR TEAM* A venue as unique as your love story, forever starts better at Sanctuary Estate. Our unique property is nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains and includes a beautiful estate home, vineyard, private lake, pool, horse pasture, and spectacular converted barn. The backdrop you have been dreaming about for your special day is waiting for you at Sanctuary Estate.

Nestled in the beautiful Yahoola Valley, R-Ranch in the Mountains is the perfect location for your wedding or next special event. Imagine an outdoor ceremony on the Hilltop Overlook with breathtaking mountain views as your backdrop, or a traditional chapel wedding, R-Ranch has it all. The R-Ranch Lodge is over 13,000 square feet and overlooks 800+ acres of sweeping mountain views and the valley below, which is perfect for a reception that can seat up to 150. R-Ranch offers an all-inclusive venue package with set up, tables, chairs, linens, bridal room, groom's lounge, complimentary engagement shoot with you photographer, waived entry for guests, rehearsal dinner locations, optional preferred vendors, on site planning meeting, rehearsal time the day before, and full day venue usage. Horse and carriage entrance, cottages, cabins, group trail rides and other amenities available too!

The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge is a gorgeous all-inclusive wedding destination that’s an easy 2-hour drive from Atlanta. What could be more picturesque than an elegant lakeside setting nestled in the folds of the breathtaking North Georgia Mountains? Our brides and grooms love looking over the calm waters of Lake Chatuge as they hold hands and exchange sacred vows.

Only half an hour from Atlanta, Lanier Islands is situated on the southern shore of Lake Sidney Lanier and is Georgia’s most visited lakeside resort destination. This breathtaking site encompasses natural beauty in a private setting, making it an ideal location for family vacations, romantic getaways, business conferences and meetings, weddings, and more. It also encompasses an impressive list of accommodations and amenities sure to exceed the expectations of the most discerning traveler. Whatever your interest, Lanier Islands in Georgia ensures a truly memorable experience.

Chota Falls is the ideal setting for any season of the year for those who are seeking more than a mere location to get married. Along with our privately owned estate featuring a variety of stunning ceremony and reception possibilities, plus accommodations for overnight guests, Chota Falls offers you something else: the joy of bringing your families together in one place.

CeNita Venue is a winery wedding venue situated in the foothills of the Northeast Georgia Mountains in Cleveland, GA. Nestled among rolling grape vines, this scenic property offers couples a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. CeNita Venue features exposed beams, wooden circular chandeliers, heaters, and a grand stone fireplace that towers above the dance floor. Perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, this room can be fully customized with décor that suits your tastes and preferences. You can also host your wedding events out on the lawns, where a small stage is available for ceremonies. The owners of CeNita Venue are excited to welcome you to their family-owned and -operated slice of heaven. Along with hosting your event, the winery also has overnight accommodations where you and your new spouse can retire after the festivities. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the vineyard and sip wines made on the property.

Mountain Laurel Farm offers you an opportunity to host a “destination wedding” nestled on 21 acres overlooking the Chattahoochee National Forest. We specialize in intimate events of 100 guests or less and the opportunity to host up to 200 guests for cocktail styled events. Guests enjoy exclusive access to our stunning Greek Revival Farmhouse, former Caretaker house & authentic Red Barn. Say “I do” in numerous locations, the view of Horserange Mountain being the most popular.

Nestled on 700 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, The Falls at Blue Ridge is a stunning wedding and event venue that offers breathtaking views, gorgeous indoor and outdoor areas, rustic-luxe details, an in-house, gourmet chef to oversee the most stunning menu options and unparalleled client services. Lushly manicured lawns, beautiful gardens, creeks, a serene lake, a koi-pond, waterfalls, and the main, Majestic Waterfall are the perfect setting for your unforgettable event. The Falls at Blue Ridge, located in the quintessentially charming town of Ellijay, Georgia’s apple capital, is an hour and twenty minutes from Atlanta. Host your wedding or event at The Falls and you and your guests will create memories to last a lifetime.

A peaceful oasis nestled on over 12 acres, surrounded by an idyllic wooded setting, the exquisite Sage Cottage is the perfect place to host a beautiful event and relax. Sage Cottage offers an exceptional variety of charm-laced settings for hosting your special occasion. Alluring gardens offer a sense of calming that will make your special day memorable in all of the best ways. A separate event space offers the perfect place to host any celebration, large or small. The wooded views from the large picture windows give you a sense of being outside while enjoying the comforts of the indoors. Attached, is a large pavilion and an open-air deck allowing for a stunning setting while you dance the night away under the stars.

A new breath taking venue nestled in the North Georgia mountains! This is not your average barn. Here at Ivy & Oak, we have added a chic & elegant design that flows indoors and out. We have a Bridal House for the bridal party the day of the wedding. This newly renovated 100+ year old farmhouse, is something you have to see for yourself!

Located in West Midtown Atlanta and built in 1970s, you will be greeted by the history that makes The West Venue the only venue of its kind in Atlanta. For years, the space was used to host congregations until 2003 when it was converted into an event hall. In 2020, the building was purchased and renovated to upgrade with latest amenities to add to its one of a kind character, while keeping original part of the building structure. The venue offers two distinct spaces for your event needs along with Grand Chandelier in Hall and 4k Projection Mapping!

At Foxhall, we believe your wedding deserves a one-of-a-kind setting - a place that reflects your love of the great outdoors, and embraces the true meaning of Southern hospitality and life’s simple pleasures. We invite you to celebrate your wedding amid the rustic, refined beauty of the South’s premier outdoor lifestyle resort. From breathtaking views to the scent of fresh-cut grass and Georgia pine, Foxhall offers truly magnificent and unique settings for your ceremony and reception.

Scout conveniently sits in the heart of Oakhurst Village, with its “Main Street, U.S.A.” charm. The restaurant and bar harken a sense of Americana, speaking to nostalgia for idealized small town life and a simpler bygone time. This cultural heritage is closely tied to the fare served, embracing a creative take on American cuisine and crafted cocktails that showcase the use of local and regional products, but also emphasize authenticity, transparency, and quality. These efforts echo Scout’s curious passion for nature and the bounty it has to offer.

Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the rolling hills, lush green pastures and Tuscany-style barn on this family-owned and operated horse farm makes the ideal backdrop for any wedding. Spread across 280 acres, the rustic property features mountain trails, ponds and natural springs.

The Homestead at Candlelight Forest is nestled in the tranquil hills of the Chattanooga Valley and just minutes from downtown Chattanooga. This picturesque estate sits across from Lake Angela with a breathtaking view of beautiful Lookout Mountain. We pride ourselves on creating a memorable experience for couples as they plan their wedding day. On top of providing a beautiful venue, we have generated a list of recommended vendors for all areas of wedding planning. From catering to florists, we have worked with the best in the business and are happy to give you the information you need to find the vendors that will make your dreams a reality. And if you are looking for a coordinator to help relieve some of the weight of planning every detail, we have some suggestions!