34 European-Inspired Wedding Venues in the USA

Imagine a wedding venue with all the romance, rich history, and Old World charm of Europe's dreamiest places... no passport required. Your wish is our command! We've compiled a list of our favorite U.S. venues with that European je ne sais quoi: from a chateau-style resort inspired by the luxe architecture of Versailles, to a historic home ensconced by manicured English gardens, to sun-soaked vineyards right out of a Tuscan postcard, to waterfront castles you could picture perched on the bluffs of the Irish coast. A European-inspired wedding venue may be closer to home than you think!



NORTHEAST



The Great House at The Crane Estate

Ipswich, Massachusetts

Venue Superpowers:

Hilltop Mansion

Ocean Views

Private Estate

Fab Features: a fairy-tale setting overlooking the half-mile-long Grand Allée with sweeping views of the ocean • dance the night away under the beautiful high-peaked tent positioned adjacent to the mansion and just off the ballroom's East Terrace • celebrate all weekend long as the property is available for overnight accommodations

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House

Gloucester, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Gloucester Harbor Views

Unique Interiors

Non-Profit

Fab Features: unique mansion set on a rocky ledge overlooking Gloucester Harbor • intimate ceremonies held on the home's stunning terrace, surrounded by gardens • rental comes with a membership to the organization, which includes free tours of this home and dozens of others

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $
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Fairmont Copley Plaza

Boston, Massachusetts

Venue Superpowers:

Gilded Age Glam

All-Inclusive

Central Location

Fab Features: spectacular landmark hotel that showcases gilded-age highlights, such as golden lions, a marble lobby, and crystal chandeliers • the spectacular, Versailles-inspired Oval Room boasts a stunning cloud-and-sky mural • elevated menus boast the best of what Boston has to offer

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Hammond Castle Museum

Gloucester, MA

Venue Superpowers:

Coastal Bluff

Medieval Vibes

Landscaped Grounds

Fab Features: a loving replica of a medieval castle complete with turrets and a drawbridge • ceremonies in the gardens or on a dramatic rocky bluff along the windswept Gloucester coast • guests can enjoy the scenic grounds as well as the owner's extensive collection of wonderful Medieval and Renaissance artifacts

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Trapp Family Lodge

Stowe, VT

Venue Superpowers:

Mountaintop Views

All-Inclusive

The Real Sound of Music Family!

Fab Features: Austrian-inspired mountain lodge set on 2500 stunning acres • exchange vows on an expansive lawn overlooking the Worcester Mountains • cozy accommodation, endless outdoor and indoor activities, and fantastic on-site eateries make it the perfect weekend wedding destination

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Hotel Du Village

New Hope, PA

Venue Superpowers:

Luxury Hotel

French Countryside Vibes

Manicured Gardens

Fab Features: whimsical Normandy-style hotel • say "I do" in the stone courtyard, shaded by towering oaks followed by elegant receptions in the ballroom with its coffered ceiling, beautiful wooden built-in bar, and inviting fireplace • charming accommodations in 22 wonderfully appointed suites

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Skylands Manor

Ringwood, NJ

Venue Superpowers:

Tudor Revival Manor

Overnight Accommodations

Lawn Receptions

Fab Features: fairy-tale mansion and lakeside chapel surrounded by 100 acres of formal gardens and 1,000 acres of natural woodlands • sip cocktails on the stone terrace, then dine and dance beneath a clear-top tent on the rolling lawn • 21 beautifully appointed suites & rooms offer a showcase of eclectic historic styles

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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SOUTHEAST



Dover Hall

Manakin-Sabot, VA

Venue Superpowers:

Tudor Design

All-Inclusive

Private Estate

Fab Features: dramatic, English countryside-inspired estate house set on a 55-acre private property • ceremonies before the reflecting pool, on the Bluestone Terrace, or among the many landscaped gardens • celebrate in the grand Ballroom or the exquisite Glass Hall, with its 13-foot glass walls and 24-foot ceiling draped with chandeliers

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Pink Palace Museum

Memphis, TN

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Mansion

Ornate Pink Marble

Museum & Planetarium

Fab Features: stunning historic mansion with an ornate pink Georgian marble façade • fascinating exhibits and artifacts celebrating Southern culture • unique add-ons, like private showings in the giant theater or planetarium

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Biltmore Estate

Asheville, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Glamour

All-Inclusive

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: gorgeous 250-room French Renaissance Chateau and former family home of George and Edith Vanderbilt • variety of event spaces from the charming inn to the rustic barn to the lavish gardens • generous packages include a complimentary overnight stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate for the newlyweds

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Bella Collina

Montverde, FL

Venue Superpowers:

Tuscan-Inspired

Expansive Lake Views

Full-Service Resort

Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired event space in the rolling hills of Lake County • the expansive Grand Lawn boasts fountains, soaring cypress trees, and exceptional views of Lake Siena • luxe on-site amenities like restaurants, a championship golf course, and a full-service spa

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Villa Festa

DeLand, FL

Venue Superpowers:

European Vibes

Weekend Weddings

Historic Charm

Fab Features: beautifully restored Italian Renaissance-inspired villa • say “I do” beneath the moss-draped branches of an ancient oak, then toast your nuptials with a cocktail hour on the gracious lawn • make it a weekend wedding and enjoy exclusive use of the property for up to 5 nights!

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$
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Crown Winery

Humboldt, TN

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Barn

Tuscan Villa-Inspired Architecture

Picturesque Vineyards

Fab Features: a unique venue featuring Tuscan villa-inspired architecture and design • exchange vows with the backdrop of vineyards stretching out across a verdant hill • celebrate in the 100-year-old barn complete with sliding wooden doors and a rustic beamed ceiling

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Woodruff-Fontaine House

Memphis, Tennessee

Venue Superpowers:

Central Location

English Gardens

Non-Profit

Fab Features: 1870 mansion in the heart of historic “Millionaire’s Row” • original details include carved cypress woodwork, stained glass, and pristine period furniture • receptions in the warm rustic-English interior or on the spacious front lawn

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Atlanta History Center

Atlanta, Georgia

Venue Superpowers:

Award-Winning Museum

Grand Estate

Manicured Gardens

Fab Features: gorgeous 1928 mansion surrounded by lush manicured gardens • elegant receptions in the Grand Overlook ballroom with its barrel-vaulted ceiling, Brazilian cherrywood floors, and a full wall of windows overlooking the grounds • events include access to the museum with its award-winning permanent and traveling exhibits

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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Barnsley Resort

Adairsville, GA

Venue Superpowers:

Luxury Resort

Historic Charm

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: exquisite 1840s estate-turned-luxury resort set on 3,000 lush acres • al fresco celebrations among the manicured gardens or amid the 19th-century Manor House Ruins and elegant indoor events in the fireplace-accented Georgian Hall • plush lodgings in the English-inspired Inn or upscale cottages with plenty of amenities like a swimming pool, nightly s'mores, and an award-winning golf course

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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Chateau Elan Winery & Resort

Braselton, GA

Venue Superpowers:

Chateau Vibes

Vineyard Views

Customizable Packages

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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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MIDWEST



The Haley Mansion

Joliet, Illinois

Venue Superpowers:

Castle Vibes

Luxurious

Gracious Gardens

Fab Features: impressive 1891 limestone mansion complete with stained-glass windows, intricately detailed friezes, and oak, mahogany and cherry woodwork • ceremonies in the lush gardens, amid thousands of fragrant blooms, a pergola, a pair of waterfalls, two ponds, and mature pines • dine and dance in the sun-soaked Conservatory or the elegant Ballroom

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Greencrest Manor

Battle Creek, MI

Venue Superpowers:

Ivy-Draped Manor

Weekend Weddings

Garden Courtyard

Fab Features: exquisite French chateau-style manor accented by cascading ivy • weekend wedding packages include plush overnight lodgings, full access to the grounds, and even breakfast and mimosas! • events on the stone courtyard, among the sprawling gardens, or inside in the airy, natural light-flooded Celebration Room

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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Colony Club

Detroit, MI

Venue Superpowers:

Luxe Interior

All-Inclusive

Iconic Historical Gem

Fab Features: historic event space in the heart of Detroit • the interior impresses with gold leaf ceilings, glimmering crystal chandeliers, and exquisite Louis XVI décor • turn-key wedding packages provided by Forbes Hospitality

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Castle Farms

Charlevoix, MI

Venue Superpowers:

Castle Vibes

Sculpture Gardens

Dramatic Great Hall

Fab Features: meticulously restored French-inspired castle • al fresco celebrations among the picturesque gardens • a cathedral ceiling and stunning chandelier centerpiece in the Knight's Castle event room offer a dramatic backdrop for your reception

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Stone Chalet

Ann Arbor, MI

Venue Superpowers:

Exquisite Stonework

Pondside Ceremonies

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: dreamy garden ceremonies beneath a fragrant rose-covered arch or beside a charming lilypad pond • the versatile Ballroom is outfitted in floor-to-ceiling warm wood, which glows in the ample natural light • up to 30 people can stay overnight in the gorgeous, historic Inn and guest cottages

Catering: BYO
Price: $$
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Bavaria Downs

Chaska, MN

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

All-Inclusive

Intimate Options

Fab Features: an elegant estate with a dreamy French Normandy style manor • say "I do" beneath a beautiful black wrought-iron gazebo, surrounded on all sides by acres of trees, gardens, and meadows • intimate celebrations inside the grand rooms, the porch, or stone courtyard

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Marigny Opera House

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Glam

Lawn Ceremonies

Fab Marigny Locationm

Fab Features: an architecturally stunning former church turned opera house • hold your romantic outdoor ceremony on the lush open-air lawn • celebrate indoors amongst the unique old-world charm

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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SOUTHWEST



The Baumberhof

Edmond, OK

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Setting

Modern Conservatory

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: the unique venue is a replica of a 400-year-old German stone barn • stunning photo ops on the lush 450 acres that include lakes, forests, wheat fields, tree farms, orchards, and an aviary • exchange vows under a limestone arch, in the forest, or inside the modern conservatory with its skylight ceiling and crystal chandeliers

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$$
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Ma Maison

Dripping Springs, Texas

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Vintage Details

Lushly Landscaped Grounds

Fab Features: dreamy Provence-like setting on 23 secluded acres overlooking Lac Moise • exchange vows under an antique French gazebo in the Green Cathedral or before a stone altar under a canopy of stately oaks • chateau-inspired Great Hall boasts a soaring ceiling, exposed beams, and crystal chandeliers

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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The Bell Tower on 34th

Houston, TX

Venue Superpowers:

Central Houston Location

All-Inclusive

Picturesque Grounds

Fab Features: Italian villa-inspired architecture showcasing high ceilings and marble floors • stylish ballrooms with dramatic staircases host grand receptions • private gardens with fountains and lush greenery are ideal for ceremonies or intimate celebrations

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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ROCKY MOUNTAINS



Wadley Farms

Lindon, UT

Venue Superpowers:

Tuscan-inspired Castle

Manicured Grounds

Historic Charm

Fab Features: fairytale-like castle with Tuscan-style elements, natural stone, and icon accents • the lush grounds boast an airy arboretum, formal gardens, rolling vineyards, a renovated barn, and historic buildings beautifully restored with timeless Old World Charm • versatile venue can accommodate everything from casual garden celebrations to extravagant and elegant events

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Villa Parker

Parker, Colorado

Venue Superpowers:

Mediterranean-Inspired

Indoor & Outdoor Options

In-House Coordination

Fab Features: Mediterranean villa-style venue with beautiful archways, dark wood accents, Spanish tiles, a terracotta roof, and views of the hills around every turn • celebrate indoors or out thanks to pretty terraces and elegant ballrooms • exclusive use of the venue for 12 hours, plus expert coordination

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Surf Hotel & Chateau

Buena Vista, CO

Venue Superpowers:

Stunning Natural Beauty

All-Inclusive

Upscale Accommodations

Fab Features: elegant European-style hotel surrounded by the natural beauty of the high Rockies • stunning al fresco ceremonies on the sprawling lawn or in the secluded, stone-walled courtyard • generous packages include exceptional cuisine from Wesley & Rose and a 2-night stay in a stylish suite for the wedding couple

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Della Terra Mountain Chateau

Estes Park, CO

Venue Superpowers:

Alpine Lodge

Year-Round Beauty

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: stately mountain escape, perched atop a picturesque foothill above iconic Estes Park • year-round celebration options abound, with beautiful outdoor ceremony spaces that highlight the dreamy Rocky Mountain backdrop, and a wonderful, window-wrapped reception hall • 14 luxury suites are complete with fireplaces, private balconies with hot tubs, and romantic water

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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PACIFIC



Muckenthaler Mansion

Fullerton, California

Venue Superpowers:

Gatsby Vibes

Lovely Lawns & Gardens

Five-Star Cuisine

Fab Features: 1924 Gatsby-esque art-filled estate • octagonal Solarium flooded with natural light and 9 acres of outdoor space outfitted with lush lawns, a rose garden, and a romantic stone gazebo • delectable and creative five-star cuisine from Colette's Catering

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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V. Sattui Winery

Saint Helena, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Stone Winery

Lush Vineyards

Family-Owned

Fab Features: 1885 vine-covered stone winery, now in its fourth generation of family ownership • say "I do" in a bucolic courtyard or an ivy-covered tower that overlooks an expanse of flower-lined lawn • elegant al fresco receptions on the front patio enjoy glowing bistro lights, lush landscaping, and a large Mediterranean-style fountain

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Havens Country Club

Vista, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Dramatic Gates

Provence-Inspired Gardens

Exclusive Use

More Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired architecture surrounded by stunning mountains and rolling hills • ceremony site boasts elaborate 18th-century French gates and pillars imported from Provence, France • the Mission Revival-style clubhouse is reminiscent of a traditional Mediterranean abbey, with huge wood doors, soaring archways, and a pale stone exterior

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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