21 Exquisite Castle Venues For Your Fairytale Wedding
You don't need to be part of the royal family or have a fairy godmother to make your fairy-tale wedding dreams come true. But you do need to have the perfect venue—and boy oh boy, did we deliver with these stunning chateaus, elegant estates, and cool castles. These venues feature age-old architecture and gorgeous manicured grounds that create a setting so romantic and so picturesque that we had to pinch ourselves to be sure we weren't dreaming. And even better? While they're all located right here in the United States, you'll feel like you've been transported to another time and place with their fantastical style and swoon-worthy European vibes. Ready for your Happily Ever After? Let’s dive in.
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The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa
Riverside, California
Fab Features: an extraordinary venue with Spanish architecture and European charm • the St. Francis of Assisi Chapel, exquisitely embellished with seven Tiffany stained-glass windows and a gleaming, 18-karat gold leafed altar from the mid-1700s • two dozen reception sites appointed with sumptuous details like damask draperies and crystal chandeliers
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Wadley Farms
Lindon, UT
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, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Ashley Castle
Chandler, AZ
Fab Features: this sprawling castle offers stunning backdrops for a royally enchanting celebration • the grounds sparkle with magical details including massive 200-year-old wooden doors, crystal chandeliers, a statue garden, and dancing water fountains • one of the only wedding venues in Phoenix with exclusive permits to light fireworks over the valley sky
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Castle Falls
Oklahoma City, OK
Fab Features: fantastic estate modeled after a Normandy castle • variety of event spaces from the intimate restaurant and cellar to the manicured grounds with a vine-covered pergola • the Grande Hall is designed to impress with its arched windows and dramatic chandeliers
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Meyer's Castle
Dyer, IN
Fab Features: exquisite 1930 replica of a Scottish Highland castle surrounded by acres of gardens and natural woodland • wed in the domed, wrought-iron gazebo, then celebrate with a toast in 20s-inspired Speakeasy Lounge • dine and dance in one of the grand, regency-style ballrooms
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Indianwood Golf and Country Club
Orion Charter Township, MI
Fab Features: one of Detroit’s greatest architectural gems with a stunning clubhouse modeled after a 16th-century Belgian Chateau • the interior impresses with dark wood paneling and carved woodwork, ornate tapestries, and even knights in armor • stunning photo ops among the beautifully manicured grounds
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Castle Farms
Charlevoix, MI
Fab Features: meticulously restored French-inspired castle • al fresco celebrations among the picturesque gardens • a cathedral ceiling and stunning chandelier centerpiece in the Knight's Castle event room offer a dramatic backdrop for your reception
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Van Dusen Mansion
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Fab Features: stately 1890s manor home in the heart of Downtown • the one-of-a-kind facade is made up of pink Sioux quartzite and a fascinating blend of Romanesque and French Renaissance architectural design • the grounds boast formal gardens, a grand courtyard, a two-story Carriage House, an amply-sized traditional ballroom, and wonderful bride and groom suites
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Landoll's Mohican Castle
Loudonville, OH
Venue Superpowers:
Luxurious Resort
European-Inspired
Fairytale Forests
Fab Features: truly unique European castle-inspired resort hidden away in the stunning Mohican State Park • descend a stunning spiral staircase to the secluded ceremony site, set amid lush gardens, then dine & dance in an elegant ballroom or covered pavilion • all 31 plush suites are accessible from outside (no shared hallways), creating a treehouse-like vibe and a feeling of privacy and seclusion
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Sterling Castle
Shelby, AL
Fab Features: impressive castle influenced by medieval dwellings of the 14th century • outdoor ceremonies lakeside or on the drawbridge • customized options with fun upgrades like a firework sendoff
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Pierce Castle
Decatur, MS
Fab Features: stunning stone castle perched on a hill overlooking rollings fields • ceremonies on the covered patio or the expansive lawn followed by luxe receptions inside the ballroom • fabulous upgrades like overnight accommodations at the nearby Mississippi cabin, use of the 1938 Cadillac, wedding planning and more!
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
Nashville, Tennessee
Fab Features: 1920s Georgian-style mansion set on 55 acres • variety of scenic spaces from the Reflecting Pool and Japanese Garden to the columned rooms and an herb garden • ceremonies overlooking the mansion or sweeping tree-covered hills
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Rhodes Hall
Atlanta, GA
Fab Features: 1904 castle-esque private home and landmark • the interior is appointed with a grand mahogany staircase, painted windows, and an ornate fireplace • al fresco celebrations on the front porch or spacious lawn
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Castle Ladyhawke
Tuckasegee, NC
Fab Features: impressive replica of a traditional Scottish border castle • 30-inch stone walls, multiple terraces and balconies, and an iconic turret, all surrounded by 62 acres of pristine woodland • spend your wedding night in the dreamy castle itself, while your loved ones will be nestled in right nearby at Bear Lake Reserve
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Graylyn Estate
Winston-Salem, NC
Fab Features: enchanting stone manor house • exchange vows beneath a romantic turret in the White Garden or in the French-inspired gardens • make it a weekend wedding and enjoy the luxurious accommodations
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Cloisters
Lutherville, Maryland
Fab Features: dreamy fairy-tale manor highlighted by medieval European antiques, artwork, and artifacts • hold your ceremony in the charming cloistered garden or the elegant amphitheater • dance the night away in the gallery, where you’ll find delicately carved wood, exquisitely detailed stained glass, and a glorious spiral staircase
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
The Skylands Manor
Ringwood, NJ
Fab Features: fairy-tale Tudor Revival 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-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Cairnwood Estate
Bryn Athyn, PA
Fab Features: impressive mansion built in the 1890s featuring Beaux Arts-style architecture, formal gardens, and landscaped grounds • capture beautiful memories from your special day in one of the many picturesque backdrops throughout the property • celebrate with your guests inside the regal mansion or outdoors either the charming Side Garden or on the gorgeous South Terrace
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Fonthill Castle
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Fab Features: unique venue with a magical feel featuring a majestic 44-room castle • celebrate on over 60 acres of fields and enchanted woods • capture beautiful memories on the picturesque grounds and remember fairy tale weddings forever
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Buhl Mansion Guesthouse and Spa
Sharon, PA
Fab Features: a castle mansion is surrounded by immaculate grounds straight out of a fairy-tale • have your dream wedding at any time of the year with the venue's ever-changing seasonal beauty • tie the knot in the Victorian-style greenhouse with windows lining the walls and ceiling
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
DeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
Lincoln, Massachusetts
Fab Features: sprawling, 30-acre park and al fresco gallery nestled on the tranquil Flint Pond • dramatic, ever-changing collection of large-scale and site-specific artworks both outdoors and throughout the modern, airy museum • dine and dance beneath the breezy sailcloth tent on the Pondside Terrace, or head inside to the stylish Dewey Family Hall
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
Hammond Castle Museum
Gloucester, MA
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 listPrice: $ • $$
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