It's Giving Southern Charm: 20 Wedding Venues Draped with Spanish Moss
There's nothing that evokes that romantic, easygoing Southern charm better than an ancient oak draped with Spanish moss. From the lush Lowcountry with its historic estates, parks, and cities to Florida's sun-soaked rustic ranches and Georgia's elegant clubs, you'll find no shortage of stunning settings that highlight the Southeast's grand oaks and native plants, with their picturesque natural beauty.
SOUTH CAROLINA
SOUTH CAROLINA
Middleton Place
Charleston, South Carolina
Venue Superpowers:
National Historic Landmark
Sweeping River Views
Formal Gardens
Fab Features: stunning historic site surrounded by manicured gardens, sculpted terraces, and grand courtyards • exchange vows beneath moss-covered oaks, in a pretty stableyard, beside the sparkling river, or among vibrant blooms • dine and dance in (and outside of!) the versatile, modern Pavilion, which can easily accommodate an adjacent tent
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Dunes West Golf and River Club
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Charm
Elegant Clubhouse
Full-Service
Fab Features: the picturesque clubhouse is designed with the original brick exterior, tall archways, a second-story veranda, and trees wrapped in Spanish moss • ceremonies beneath towering oaks on the meticulously landscaped course or inside the lush secret garden • the experienced staff can help customize every detail of your event
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Governor Thomas Bennett House
Charleston, SC
Venue Superpowers:
Charming Neighborhood Setting
Secluded Gardens
Full Property Use
Fab Features: beautifully restored 19th-century house • designed with architectural details such as stately exterior columns, an elliptical fanlight with carved moldings, a Palladian window, and a stunning cantilevered staircase in the Grand Foyer • ceremonies beneath a 200-year-old oak on the Crescent Lawn, which wraps around a pineapple fountain
Catering: BYOPrice: $$
Dataw Island
Dataw Island, South Carolina
Venue Superpowers:
Waterfront Ceremonies
Indoor/Outdoor Flow
Light-Flooded Ballroom
Fab Features: perfectly placed along the Morgan River, this romantic and picturesque setting offers something special for virtually every couple's unique style • exchange vows beneath a centuries-old, moss-draped oak by the water, or on rolling, verdant lawns • receptions in the Carolina Ballroom with its high, tray ceiling and walls of windows or the country chic Tabby Room
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
LOUISIANA
LOUISIANA
Mount Hope
Baton Rouge, LA
Venue Superpowers:
Antebellum Mansion
Designer Events
Serene Setting
Fab Features: beautifully preserved antebellum mansion • ceremonies beneath majestic moss-draped oaks surrounded by lush gardens • the property also boasts an inviting wrap-around porch and a New Orleans-style brick courtyard complimented by a beautiful pond and fountain
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Afton Villa Gardens
Saint Francisville, LA
Venue Superpowers:
Spanish Moss Oaks
Garden Celebrations
Affordable Luxury
Fab Features: beautifully restored gardens set on 25 lush acres • exchange vows under a towering oak draped with Spanish Moss • tented receptions on the expansive lawn surrounded by vibrant blooms
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
FLORIDA
FLORIDA
Mill Pond Estate
Seffner, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Al Fresco Venues
Full-Service Floral Studio
Gorgeous Grounds
Fab Features: a stunning estate set on 18 serene acres • exchange vows in a lush garden, under sprawling century-old oak trees, or overlooking a tranquil lily pond • al fresco receptions on the expansive meadow where you can dine and dance under the stars or beneath a large sailcloth tent
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
Innisbrook Resort
Palm Harbor, Florida
Venue Superpowers:
Full Service Resort
Al Fresco Ceremonies
Customizable Packages
Fab Features: shaded ceremonies beneath a willow tree overlooking the landscaped grounds • customized packages with great add-ons like full pre-wedding pampering at Salamander Spa • accommodations range from hotel rooms to house-sized vacation rentals and all come with access to the resort's amazing amenities
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Estate on the Halifax
Port Orange, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Charm
Tropical Gardens
Turn-of-the-century Chapel
Fab Features: a 10-acre private estate that boasts multiple venues on-site • hold your intimate ceremony under the expansive moss-covered limbs of the large century oak • spend your honeymoon night at Agatha’s Guesthouse, the 2-story historic riverfront home
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Ever After Farms | Ranch
Indiantown, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Pretty Dressing Cottage
Rustic-Modern Barn
Expert Events Team
Fab Features: stunning horse farm with panoramic country vistas and photo ops galore, from the friendly resident horses to the swing and 1923 convertible Studebaker • say "I do" under a moss-covered oak followed by cocktails on the covered patio overlooking the tranquil pond • the white barn boasts lovely lighting and rustic touches
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Sparrow Barn
Lithia, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Rustic Barn
Vintage-Inspired Dressing Suite
DIY or All-Inclusive Options
Fab Features: a rustic, family-run venue featuring a stunning hand-built barn • celebrate your special day in the enclosed barn surrounded by mossy oak trees and enhanced with beautiful chandeliers • plan your event with easy with the help of their dedicated team that will go above and beyond to create the experience you’ve been dreaming of
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Saxon Manor Weddings
Brooksville, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Charm
Climate-Controlled Garden Room
Picturesque
Fab Features: inviting, elegant family-owned venue set on acres of lush lawns and Spanish moss-draped oaks • the elegant modern event barn boasts an airy white interior, sparkling chandeliers, stylish uplighting, and tall ceilings • ceremonies on the Manor House lawn followed by receptions in the gossamer-draped Garden Room
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Ever After Farms | Vineyard
Pomona Park, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Lush Grapevines
Stylish Modern Barn
Great North FL Location
Fab Features: pristine white barn enveloped by rolling vineyards • choose from 2 stunning outdoor ceremony sites, both with dreamy views of the surrounding grounds and citrus groves • the interior of the barn boasts exposed beams wrapped in twinkle lights accented by sparkling chandeliers
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
GEORGIA
GEORGIA
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Savannah, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Formal and Native Gardens
Garden Gazebo
Historic Reception Hall
Fab Features: tranquil oasis offering unbeatable photo ops among the diverse gardens, which include River of Iris and a Crepe Myrtle Allee • al fresco celebrations in the intimate Cottage Garden or the more expansive White Garden • 1930s-era conference center with a soaring lobby and exposed rafters for an open, spacious reception
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Bethesda Academy
Savannah, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Historic Chapel
Landscaped Grounds
Quintessential Savannah
Fab Features: a romantic setting with breathtaking views of lush greenery and scenic landscapes • take your pick between the variety of indoor and outdoor spaces including the photogenic Whitefield Chapel and the expansive picturesque lawn • celebrate your special day with the romantic backdrop of the majestic live oaks draped in Spanish moss
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Hunter Barn
Waynesville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Hand-Built Barn
Weekend Rentals
Pretty Pond
Fab Features: remarkable post-and-beam barn lovingly hand-built by the owners, complete with a covered porch with rocking chairs and a swing • exchange vows next to the pond or barn, backed by a lush forest draped with Spanish moss • after saying "I do," ring the functional wedding bell in the barn's cupola!
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Landings Club
Savannah, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Private Club
Creative Cuisine
Elegant Ballroom
Fab Features: gorgeous club in a premier private community threaded with green space, lush oaks, and water features • say "I do" beneath moss-draped oaks or beside a sparkling lake, followed by receptions in the elevated, elegant ballroom • all-inclusive packages may include lavish 5-course meals from their creative culinary team
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Red Gate Farms
Savannah, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Simple Elegance
Three Unique Venues
Easy Access to Savannah
Fab Features: gorgeous family-owned property with historic cred • the serene grounds boast centuries-old oak trees, lush paddocks, and glistening lakes • 3 distinct event venues; the traditional Barn, the industrial-chic Grainery, and the charming Belle Tower cater to every style
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Pebble Hill
Thomasville, GA
Venue Superpowers:
Lovely Landscaped Grounds
Oak Tree Ceremonies
Horse & Carriage Rides
Fab Features: two spacious barns with adjacent terraces, surrounded by native landscaping • cozy dressing cottage for wedding party prep • make a grand entrance with a horse and carriage (included in most packages!)
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
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