14 of Georgia's Best Hidden Gem Wedding Venues


On the hunt for a not-your-average wedding venue in Georgia? This peachy state is known for its destination-worthy beaches, rolling countryside, and majestic mountain ranges. And tucked away in these stunning landscapes are some rare gems in places you wouldn't expect to find them, like a 1904 castle-esque estate in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, or an 80-foot waterfall in the Appalachian foothills. Feast your eyes on these surprising and unexpected locations that are often hiding in plain sight!



ATLANTA



Barnsley Resort

Adairsville, GA

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: $$$

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Atlanta, Georgia

Fab Features: celebrations in the spacious Rose Garden or in the private, brick-walled Trustees Garden • world-renowned collection of orchids and maples plus a treasured urban forest create a beautiful natural backdrop • Mershon Hall's classical architecture and contemporary interior design make for elegant indoor events

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

Rhodes Hall

Atlanta, GA

Fab Features: 1904 castle-esque private home and landmark • the interior is appointed with a grand mahogany staircase, painted windows, and an ornate fireplace • al fresco celebrations on the front porch or spacious lawn

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

The Piedmont Room and Piedmont Garden Tent

Atlanta, Georgia

Fab Features: former horse stables-turned-event venue • Stone Mountain granite walls and ivy-framed windows preserve the building's original character • creative menu options include shrimp and grits, a mini-burger bar, martini stations, and more

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$


ALBANY



Highgrove Farm

Valdosta, GA

Fab Features: a serene banquet facility set on a 15-acre Pecan orchard in Southern Georgia • ceremonies in the quaint open-air chapel or the climate-controlled glass solarium • the landscaped grounds include a charming pond, acres of mature trees, and manicured gardens

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$


AUGUSTA



Enterprise Mill Events

Augusta, Georgia

Fab Features: historic brick mill-turned-industrial-loft event space • celebrations in the covered courtyard or inside where the rooms boast brick walls, large windows, and exposed ductwork • the farm-to-table menus feature southern down-home cooking at its finest!

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Barn at Sanderlin Horse Farm

Appling, GA

Fab Features: 80-acre horse farm • the scenic grounds boast a rustic barn, a charming chapel, and acres of forested hills • fabulous receptions inside the open-air hay barn with handmade pews, exposed beam ceiling, and a grand stone fireplace

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$


COLUMBUS



In The Woods

Rockmart, Georgia

Fab Features: a secluded estate tucked in the hills of Northwest Georgia • exchange vows in the modern-yet-rustic event pavilion overlooking the lake • endless photo ops among the farm-inspired buildings, lush woodlands, footbridges, a stone pool grotto, and an antique gas pump

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$


MACON



The Blacksmith Shop

Macon, GA

Fab Features: industrial-chic space located in historic downtown • the interior impresses with stunning architectural details, original handmade bricks, heart pine beams, and arched entrances • intimate celebrations in the landscaped courtyard

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

The Barn at Harper Pines

Thomaston, GA

Fab Features: 164 sprawling acres of rolling hills, lawns, ponds, and a unique open-air chapel nestled alongside a gracious lake • airy, industrial-meets-rustic barn reception hall with soaring open-beamed ceilings and a sparkling chandelier • generous weekend-long rentals

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$


NORTH GEORGIA



Magnolia Creek Farms

Adairsville, GA

Fab Features: al fresco ceremonies on the expansive grounds, which span 170 gorgeous acres • upscale, modern white barn with two indoor bars, plush dressing areas, and porches hung with gas lanterns • cozy overnight accommodations for up to 20 in the luxury farmhouse

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$

The Lodge at Old Mill

Jasper, GA

Fab Features: charming destination venue nestled among lush woods • ceremonies under an expansive wood pergola beside a sparkling creek • dine and dance beneath soaring rafters in the wood-framed Old Mill Ballroom, and take dreamy photos beside the massive stone fireplace

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$

Juliette Chapel and Events

Dahlonega, Georgia

Fab Features: intimate chapel brings the outdoors inside, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing a view of the forest • celebrate in the cozy reception room, with its peaked ceiling and inviting fireplace, or dine al fresco under the trees or beneath a tent • use their list of trusted vendors or opt to go entirely DIY

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Oakleaf Cottage

Trenton, GA

Fab Features: 28-acre rustic-chic event venue nestled on the side of Lookout Mountain • host a ceremony among the trees, beside a mossy ridge, or inside the stylish barn • the staff assists with every detail to ensure a stress-free celebration

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


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