1. Grand Garden Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia, has expertly paired its ceremony and reception sites. Vows under a pavilion can precede a tearoom meal; rose garden "I dos" go with a ballroom bash in the visitors center. The scenery includes a lake, sundial and pretty perennials....read more
Posted Wednesday 8/26/2009
by Jayme Klock
1. Island Escape Oak tree-canopied lawns and beachfronts abound at the Victorian-style Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Crane Cottage can hold 120 guests in its courtyard; the sunken garden can host 250; and 200 can be accommodated at the reflection pool. Steps from the ocean, 60 guests can dine alfresco...read more
Posted Wednesday 8/26/2009
by Jayme Klock
1. Elegant Estate Cedarhurst Mansion in Cottage Grove looks like a scene out of Gone With the Wind: Site-catered receptions for 200 can take place in the ballroom and brick veranda lined with towering white pillars or under a tent on a lush lawn for up to 300 guests. The garden holds 200+ for ceremonies...read more
Posted Wednesday 8/26/2009
by Jayme Klock
1. Pristine Pavilion Spanning across grassy lawns on Government Hill in St. Louis' Forest Park, the World's Fair Pavilion is a wall-less, red-roofed structure surrounded by fountains, waterfalls and a lake. Renovated in 1998, it can seat 500 for a reception (catered by one of their approved vendors)...read more
Posted Wednesday 8/26/2009
by Jayme Klock
1. country corner At Perona Farms in Andover, you can choose from one of five rustically elegant spots, including an apple orchard, a lawn next to a white barn or an island in a lake. Follow it up with a cocktail hour for up to 300 in the brick courtyard; then head inside for a ballroom reception...read more
Posted Wednesday 8/26/2009
by Jayme Klock