Payne-Corley House

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Located in historic Duluth, Payne-Corley House is a family-owned 1873 Southern farmhouse that blends timeless charm with full-service event planning. Set on private, oak-canopied grounds, this all-inclusive venue hosts everything from engagement parties and rehearsal dinners to outdoor ceremonies and vibrant receptions. Couples collaborate with an in-house team of culinary experts, designers, and coordinators to bring their vision to life. Featuring a blend of rustic warmth, refined gardens, and modern amenities, it provides an intimate, stress-free setting to celebrate every stage of your wedding journey.


Our event spaces

Payne-Corley House

Timeless Southern charm with all-inclusive ease.

The venue offers versatile indoor and outdoor settings surrounded by manicured lawns and mature trees. Exchange vows outside beneath the grand ancient oak or within the covered open-air pavilion, both framed by lush greenery. Celebrate inside the climate-controlled ballroom, where neutral tones, exposed brick, and large windows let in soft natural light while easily suiting any color palette. Pre-event preparations are effortless with private dressing suites, including the restored Magnolia Cottage. The expansive veranda and landscaped courtyard also invite guests to sip cocktails and mingle under the stars.

Guest capacity

160-200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Payne-Corley House

Timeless Southern charm with all-inclusive ease.

The venue offers versatile indoor and outdoor settings surrounded by manicured lawns and mature trees. Exchange vows outside beneath the grand ancient oak or within the covered open-air pavilion, both framed by lush greenery. Celebrate inside the climate-controlled ballroom, where neutral tones, exposed brick, and large windows let in soft natural light while easily suiting any color palette. Pre-event preparations are effortless with private dressing suites, including the restored Magnolia Cottage. The expansive veranda and landscaped courtyard also invite guests to sip cocktails and mingle under the stars.

Guest capacity

160-200 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”


Available services that can be provided by Payne-Corley House

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

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Our peak season is April, May, June, September, October and November.
Our off-peak season is January, February, March, July, August and December.
Please contact us for details.
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Yes, we have accessible facilities, including wheelchair access.
On-site professional wedding coordinator, chef-driven catering menus, bar packages, award-winning in-house floral and design team, bridal lounge, and separate groom's house.
Rental rates range from $2,000 to $6,000 based on the date.
Chef-driven on-site catering menus begin at $35 per person.
Bar packages begin at $24 per person.
Ballroom capacity is up to 160 guests, or up to 200 guests when using both the ballroom and grounds.
The starting site fee includes the Bridal Suite, set up, clean up, tables, chairs, china, flatware, glassware, and linens.