What does my rental fee include?

Please see the details listed here for complete pricing and included items.

What is the event barn’s capacity?

The building is rated for 306 guests including the bridal party. We can accommodate a larger “cocktail style” event with our barn doors open, making use of our covered porches and large patio. For events hosting more than 250 guests we do require rental of a luxury restroom trailer.

What dates are available?

See our available date information here

Do you hold dates?

NO, we do NOT hold dates without a contract. In order to reserve your date, we ask you to email us with a request to book. We will then send you a custom contract, which you will have 7 days to review and return to us signed along with a deposit. After that time if there is no signed contract and deposit the date will be released. Only one date can be held in this manner at a time.

Is there a deposit? When are the additional payments due?

Yes. We require an initial payment of 25% of the package price. Six months prior to the event we require 50% of the remaining balance. 30 days before your event we require the balance due as well as a refundable security deposit.

Do I have to purchase an Event Policy?

Yes, we require all clients purchase an Event Policy with minimum liability limits of $1 million and a general aggregate limit of $2 million, and naming Eden at Gracefield LLC as an additional named insured. This policy must include “Host Liquor Liability” coverage and must be provided to us no later than 60 days prior to your event. You can get a quote for the required policy HERE or if you prefer to speak to a person call L.H. Griffith & Co. at (843)553-8643.

How do I reserve a date?

To reserve a date email us at info@EdenatGracefield.com saying you are ready to book date XYZ if it still available. We are a new venue, so we have lots of great dates! Prior to booking a date, we hope you are able to come out in person and visit us… To schedule a tour, click here. Dates are reserved on a first come, first requested basis.

Do I need to schedule a tour in person or can I just drop by?

We kindly request that all tours are by appointment only. You can request a tour here

What is the average budget of a couple getting married at Eden at Gracefield?

Our couple’s average budget is from $40,000 to $75,000 for all expenses, including venue, food, photographer, DJ etc.

Is there a food and beverage, or guest count minimum?

No. Many venues have minimums because they make a 10-15% commission from the caterer based on what you spend on food and drinks. We choose NOT to do this because we want our food and beverage options to be as elegant or affordable as your budget allows, and therefore we do not require minimum guest counts or food and beverage minimums.

Do we have to utilize your caterers and bar service?

No - we do not require you to use the vendors we list on our “preferred” caterers list. However, these are people we have worked with in the past who know our property and our setup and procedures. They are all excellent caterers who we feel sure will do an amazing job for you, at an affordable price! We have purposefully selected small business owners because, although no one is perfect, and none of our caterers claim to be, when you work with a small business owner they are personally invested in the success of your wedding day. See our list of preferred caterers and other vendors here.

We do require you to use a professional caterer and bar service, with the proper liability insurance for their company. The Bar service must carry Professional Liquor Liability. Eden at Gracefield must be listed as an additional insured on their liability policies for the date of your event. We must receive their Certificates of Insurance no later than 60 days prior to your event.

Will there be another wedding the same day?

No - Eden at Gracefield only hosts one wedding each day to ensure that each couple’s event is special and receives our full attention. You will have the use of the barn and surrounding acreage with our 350 year-old oak-lined avenue, along with all 5 homes on the estate including the luxurious Manor House.

What type of payment do you accept?

We accept payment by check and/or credit cards.

Our preferred dates are unavailable. Do you have a cancellation waiting list?

No. As cancellations are so unpredictable we do not keep a waitlist. As soon as cancellations happen we post it on our available dates page here

Are there accommodations nearby?

Yes! We include 5 homes located on the property that sleep up to 13 couples. Your closest friends/family can stay on site without having to ever get in their car! We offer a variety of activities on the property, including kayaking, fishing and biking. See our included homes here.

If you have a large group, there are multiple bed and breakfasts and larger hotel complexes located within a 10-mile radius of the venue.

How many cars will your parking lot accommodate?

We can handle up to 200 cars. For events where more than 125 cars will be parked, you will be required to use our parking attendants - 2 attendants for two hours for $150

Do you offer straight tables as well as round?

We have (4) 8-foot-long farm tables that will be available for your use, whether you choose to use them for head table, guest seating etc. However, the majority of your guests will be seated at round tables.

Tables included in your rental are: (4) 8ft long farm tables, (21) 60” round tables, (1) 48” round table, (10) 30” round cocktail tables, (3) 6ft tables, and (3) 8ft long buffet tables for your reception.

We also offer the use of our “wine barrel table/bar” - a beautiful live edge 12 foot slab of tupelo wood resting on 2 wine barrels. This piece makes an incredible place to display gifts and/or food, cake table etc. The use of this table is complimentary.

What type of seating do you provide? Is it included in the venue price?

We provide a CHOICE OF ONE of the following options:

• 200 dark brown walnut folding chairs

• 200 white folding chairs

• 200 mahogany chiavari chairs with ivory cushions (our chiavari chairs are for indoor and/or covered outdoor use only)

• Additional chairs may be rented from us for an additional charge. We suggest you use the chiavari chairs in the event barn for your dinner/reception. The folding chairs make an excellent option for an outdoor ceremony and are available at standard rental rates. Our venue will handle the initial setup of whatever chairs you choose. Tables and chairs are not allowed to be moved from ceremony to reception site.

• Our open-air chapel will have built-in pews to accommodate up to 150 guests. Use of the chapel and pews is included in your venue rental.

Do you provide table linens, cups, silverware etc?

No. We at Eden offer an amazing venue with upgraded seating, tables and a few decor items all included in our venue rental rate. However we do NOT provide linens, china etc. We can recommend  Amazing Event Rentals and Southern Elegance Event Rentals if you need a source for good quality linens, extra tables/chairs, tents, china etc.

Do you require a wedding planner?

Eden at Gracefield requires, at minimum, a partial planner hired by the client. This MUST BE AN INSURED PROFESSIONAL PLANNER. The coordinator will be responsible for making sure all clean up is done at the end of the night and check in with Eden’s team member for approval. Failure to complete the check-out list provided WILL result in a forfeiture of deposit.

What happens in the event of rain?

In the event your wedding day looks like rain, our event barn can be set up for stadium style seating with a large “runway” down the center leading up to the stage, where an arbor can be arranged for you to have your vows exchanged. As another option, the two covered porches on either side of the main space can host a smaller wedding. ***We are in the process of planning/building an open air wedding chapel that will provide a wonderful place to host your ceremony in the event of rain. It will have bench seating for approximately 150 guests and is projected to be completed by summer of 2024**

What is the timing for my wedding?

Your venue investment includes access to the entire property and 5 homes from 9am Friday until noon on Sunday. You can drop off anything you are providing for your wedding in the event barn on Friday morning and spend the day with family and friends on our beautiful estate. Your rehearsal dinner can take place on the veranda of our beautiful Manor House, allowing your guests to experience multiple gorgeous settings on our estate. On Saturday spend the day getting ready in any of the homes or our barn’s bridal suite while your planner and vendors decorate and prepare for you wedding and reception. Check-out isn’t until noon on Sunday, allowing you time to gather your belongings without having to be up at the crack of dawn.

Can I have a ceremony rehearsal?

Your rehearsal and rehearsal dinner can take place anytime on your included Friday.

Do you allow 360 Photo Booths?

Yes, we do allow 360 photo booths, as long as they are rented from an insured vendor and Eden at Gracefield is named on their liability insurance as an additional insured for the date/dates of your event. We must receive the company’s COI no later than 60 days prior to your event.

What other services do you offer?

See a list of our additional services here