Welcome to the enchanting Gillen House Bed and Breakfast, where timeless charm meets contemporary elegance. Nestled in a picturesque setting, our 2.5-acre venue is the perfect backdrop for your wedding, special event, or intimate gathering. We're located in Maxeys, Georgia, just 25 miles east of Athens, Georgia, making us easily accessible to you and your guests. Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. We offer weddings in March, April, May & June and September, October and November. Please check our calendar here for open dates. Taking a tour of our property is really the best way for you to feel what we have to offer. Please reach out to schedule time with us.

Discover the allure of the Thompson House and Gardens, a captivating wedding venue where romance meets timeless elegance. This historic Victorian farmhouse, built in the 1880s, provides a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Say “I do” in our enchanting gardens, then transition to the serene courtyard for a delightful cocktail hour surrounded by lush greenery. As evening falls, step into the stunning ballroom, where sophisticated decor and a graceful ambiance set the stage for a memorable reception filled with laughter and dancing. Every detail reflects Southern Victorian charm, ensuring your wedding day is nothing short of magical!

When only the charm and gentility of the South will do, Carl House is the ideal destination for your special day. Lovingly restored to its original white columned majesty and surrounded by lush, formal gardens, this traditional southern home provides the perfect backdrop for your cherished memories. Ideal for indoor or outdoor ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and receptions, our gardens and elegant 4,000 sq. ft. ballroom with its dramatic staircase will provide every bride with the entrance of a lifetime. When you choose Carl House, your wedding is the star. No “factory weddings” allowed. We reserve the house and grounds for only one wedding at a time so your care and comfort can be our highest priority.

We plan weddings and events at our amazing farmhouse, built circa 1920, in beautiful North Georgia. The farmhouse provides a comfortable atmosphere with a rich history while also containing modern touches to match your wedding style. We can accommodate up to 150 guests on our beautiful 4-acre property. The farmhouse also has two suites for you and your wedding party to enjoy, take portraits, and relax in before your ceremony. We supply many amenities, including, but not limited to: Ceremony & reception sites. In-house catering Chef with over 40 years of experience. Setup & cleanup. Serving staff. Tables, chairs, & linens. Silverware & glassware. On-site parking. Two suites for you and your wedding party members. On-site coordinator. We love having the opportunity to help create memories that last a lifetime! *Now booking 2026 couples!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Buford, Stonehedge is a beautifully preserved historic estate designed to bring people together for life’s most cherished celebrations. Sitting on over two acres of lush grounds, our venue seamlessly blends Southern charm with modern elegance, making it the perfect destination for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. Our estate features a stunning 2015-built event space, thoughtfully designed to accommodate a variety of functions: ✨ Grand Reception Hall – A sophisticated and spacious setting for weddings, galas, and milestone celebrations. ✨ Scenic Outdoor Spaces – Beautifully landscaped grounds that offer a picturesque backdrop for ceremonies and outdoor events. At Stonehedge, we’re dedicated to creating exceptional experiences through seamless event planning, top-tier amenities, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re saying “I do,” or celebrating life’s special moments, our team is here to make every detail flawless.

We are a beautiful historical theater with the original charm and features. Our space is naturally beautiful with exposed brick detail. It is versatile so your imagination can paint the perfect experience for you. It is also important for us to be flexible as we are a small family owned venue. We are here to walk you through every step of the process from navigating vendors to your layout of the space. We look forward to working with you!

Tucked into 32 acres of rolling hills in Cleveland, Georgia, The Abbott Mansion is more than just a wedding venue. It’s a legacy of love, beauty, and timeless tradition. With its graceful French-inspired architecture and Southern estate charm, the mansion was lovingly restored to create a space where unforgettable memories are made. From the moment you arrive through the tree-lined drive, you’re transported to a world of elegance, romance, and serenity.

Natalie House by Wedgewood Weddings, formerly known as Little Gardens, in Lawrenceville, GA is a serene wedding venue with indoor and outdoor spaces. Featuring a manor house with lavish grounds, this estate provides couples an enchanting retreat is located in the Atlanta area. Blending classic architecture with contemporary trimmings, this location is ideal for a chic and ravishing party. Plants have been chosen to ensure that there is something flowering in every season. A waterfall trickles into the Koi pond and sets the tone for romantic "I do's." Inside the traditional Georgian mansion is a gorgeous ballroom with square columns and tall windows for an airy, classic feel. Natalie House is a full-service event venue outfitted with Wedgewood Weddings signature event packages and decorations through A Divine Event Design Studio. Flowers, décor, and facility upgrades are all taken care of through these trendy exclusive in-house designers.

Please visit our website for more information and to schedule a tour! (We don't check our Zola account very often.) The Corry House offers unlimited parking, complete privacy, and sunsets perfect for photos. Couples can choose from a number of different locations to exchange their vows, including a picturesque meadow site and an enchanting forest site (think Edward and Bella's wedding). Celebrate afterward in our air-conditioned barn or dance under the stars on the patio.

Our gorgeous wedding venue, Forest Lodge Wedding and Event Center, has two covered, open-air decks, floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace outside, and a cozy indoor gas fireplace for continual ambiance. We have a full indoor/outdoor bar, two restrooms, a waterfall at the entrance, a beautifully appointed lobby space that opens up to the deck, and more!

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve is 46 Acres of forested woodland trails, ravines, gardens and historic buildings. We provide a unique setting for weddings, receptions, anniversary celebrations, and more! The arrangement of our historic buildings forms a small historic village for a charming wedding venue. You can have your ceremony in the old Warsaw Church or under the canopy of the forest on the Amphitheatre and host your reception just a short stroll away in the Summerour House or Pole Barn. Rental fees are used for the continuing preservation of Autrey Mill’s natural environment and history, to provide educational programming, and to operate the preserve.

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 Atrium by Wedgewood Weddings is hidden away in downtown, historic Norcross. A step off the sidewalk behind a vine-covered iron gate, a secret garden awaits discovery for the perfect spring and summer wedding venue. Each spring, full-grown lilac azaleas scent the air with their sweetness, followed by a shower of tiny white confederate jasmine blooms spilling over the gazebo's filigree dome. Summer brings daylilies, gardenias, and fluffy blossoms of mophead hydrangeas mixed in with repeat-blooming impatiens and hybrid roses.

Flint Hill by Wedgewood Weddings is a historic mansion in Norcross, Georgia, just minutes from Atlanta. With original flooring, doors, and mantels, this charming venue offers timeless character for your celebration.

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!

Step into the enchanting world of 'Occasions on Main, where your wedding dreams come alive. We redefine the art of celebration, offering a stress-free experience from 'I do' to the last dance. Our all-inclusive packages provide an effortless journey, transforming our venue into the perfect canvas for your love story. Picture a day where every detail, from exquisite catering to breathtaking floral arrangements, is taken care of by our dedicated team. With experienced day-of coordinators, we turn your vision into a bespoke reality, crafting memories that last a lifetime. Book your date with us and embark on a journey to create the wedding of your dreams. Your love deserves the exceptional celebration we're here to deliver. Discover the ease of elegance at 'Occasions on Main'

Unique historical charm and natural scenery make The Hill one of the area’s most captivating event locations. with a full range of services to bring your wedding vision to life. The venue is managed by Epting Events, an award winning, family owned, full service catering and design company. Our venue is truly a one stop shop providing catering and planning services by Epting Events, design services by our in-house floral director Florals by Su-Lin, and our warehouse with a wide array of catering equipment, lighting and sound equipment, and a linen department. Four period furnished homes have been artfully preserved creating a true architectural treasure amidst idyllic surroundings located a few miles from downtown Athens, GA. These homes are available as rental accommodations on both a short and long term basis. For your next event, take a step back in time and enjoy this traditional southern retreat filled with charm and heritage.

Host an unforgettable wedding at Hotel Abacus. With charming outdoor spaces and handcrafted interiors, our wedding venues in Athens, Georgia are a captivating setting for your ceremony, reception, and more. Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or an all-out bash, our dedicated events and culinary teams will work with you to create an experience that celebrates your unique style. With impressive spaces for every kind of celebration, Hotel Abacus is set to host weddings of all sizes and styles—from cozy ceremonies to lavish banquets and beyond. We’re also a perfect venue for your bridal shower, welcome event, or after-party.

Home of the Athens YMCA from 1889 until 1919, the original building on this site became a music store, movie house, hotel, Masonic Temple, furniture company and Sears Roebuck store before being replaced by the Elite Theatre in 1935. Except for a brief period as a Methodist church, this theatre – later renamed the Georgia Theatre – has served as a significant performance venue for emerging and established musicians from Athens and beyond. Devastated by a fire on June 19th, 2009, this historic concert hall has been rebuilt as a labor of love with reverence for the creative spirit that Athens has long embraced. With special thanks to the people of Athens and all who worked so diligently to restore her and make her better, the Georgia Theatre stands proudly reborn.

Nestled in Athens, Georgia, 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House is a blend of history and hospitality, offering majestic oaks, elegant fireplaces, and sparkling chandeliers. Despite its secluded feel, it's just minutes from downtown, Five Points, and the University of Georgia. With versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, it's an ideal setting for events year-round. Hosting up to 200 guests, its private garden and landscaped lawn provide picturesque backdrops for ceremonies and receptions of any size, while the historical manor offers an intimate setting for smaller gatherings.

Cloverleaf Farm was built in 1859 by Mordicai Edwards as a gift to his young bride, Martha, who desired the grandest house in the county. A uniquely picturesque farmhouse encased by a wrap-around porch, sitting atop acres of rolling pastures, awaits the bride who chooses this Southern gem. The home is reminiscent of the era in which it was erected. With ample space for entertaining and a multitude of options for ceremony and reception spaces, Cloverleaf Farm is full of possibilities. We wholeheartedly believe Cloverleaf Farm is one of the best wedding venues in Georgia.

The Chair Factory is a wedding venue situated in Gainesville, Georgia. This impressive building was originally built over a century ago and was occupied by the Georgia Chair Factory. This property has since undergone refurbishments while maintaining most of the site's original architectural features. This venue offers something for every couple when it comes to creating the wedding atmosphere they've always envisioned.

Sparrow Grove Manor is the perfect venue for your next event with friends and family! This historic home has hosted gatherings of all sizes, from intimate baby showers to large weddings. With years of experience in weddings and events, our team members are experts in hosting unforgettable celebrations.

Madison, Georgia, the home of Empire Mills, is positioned on the railroad line that spans the East Coast of America. The charming town was once a key stop on the developing country’s rail and stage coach lines. The geographic positioning of Empire Mills between the triangle of Athens, Atlanta, and Augusta reflects the philosophy and vision of Empire Mills as an intersection of community, culture, and cuisine. The architecture of warm brick and forged steel nods to the artisans and architects, past and present, who continue to put their mark on the grounds and space. Today, Empire Mills continues to support and serve the local community and extends it’s reach within the Southeast and a leading event space and caterer.

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.