The wedding, cocktail hour, and reception will take place at The Garden Cottage in Dahlonega, GA. Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place in an open air chapel on the property.
A great question! While it's our wedding, we don't believe that it's "our day" as it's often understood. Our belief is that marriage is a sacred union, created by God, for our benefit. Our vows are about one another, but they're made directly to God. As witnesses, we are recognizing you as the support and community we need in our walk with Him. And that is good reason to celebrate!
We think so. There will be good food, drinks, and friends. Plus, Fat Cat Brewhouse is the official beer vendor. Alex is already hard at work brewing. He will be delighted to walk you through your draft options.
We're prioritizing an intimate evening with close friends and family. Generally, spouses and long-term significant others are welcome. Please check your formal invite for details.
We love (most of) your children. However, venue constraints do not allow us to accommodate infants and small kids. That said, please reach out to us if you have concerns about what to do with your offspring.
Yes. A professional photographer will be on hand to take formal and candid photos. We ask that the families of the bride and groom, and their wedding parties, be ready and attentive during the formal photo shoots. We want to remember the day itself - not how long photos took. The bride may be forgiving. The groom will not be. You are welcome to take photos of your own throughout the day - we just ask that you keep your phones away during the ceremony.
Dahlonega is generally mid 40s to mid 60s in early November. It's also likely to be peak leaf season, so expect lots of color on the trees! You'll have opportunities to be both indoors and outside throughout the day. Mountain weather can be hard to predict, so we recommend bringing a light jacket just in case.
Dahlonega has plenty of places to stay in town and the surrounding area. There are accommodation options for all budgets and preferences, ranging from rustic and cozy to luxury - and everything in between. See the "Travel" tab for select options.
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