There are so many options out there for wedding venues, from swanky hotel ballrooms to small, intimate private spaces. So why book with a locally owned wedding venue? Do you know that some of those swanky hotel ballrooms can turn out two weddings a day? Their system is amazing, but it is a system. But read on for a few reasons to choose a locally owned wedding venue.
1. Personal Attention
when you choose a locally owned wedding venue, the owner is part of your community. He or she works in your community, shops in your community, is probably friends with some of the same people that you are on Facebook, and wants you to have the very best day of your life. Chances are, you will be the only wedding that day if not that weekend, and that means that rather than being part of a system, a number on a spreadsheet, you are a human being standing in front of another human being who can focus on your day. This means more communication, and more efficient communication between you and the venue and your planner, which is crucial to both making sure things get done on time, and giving you the peace of mind that things are getting done!
2. Affordability
Destination weddings can be a lot of fun, and could be quite an adventure! But getting married at a locally owned wedding venue means that more of your friends and family can join you. You can get married surrounded by all of your loved ones. And they offer the convenience of not having to take a week off of work to travel to someone’s wedding. Locally owned wedding venues are generally (not 100% of the time of course) much more transparent in their pricing and packages. Usually it’s right there on the website, so you know what you’re getting right upfront before you even make the call.
3. Professional Network
Local venue owners often times belong to huge networks of Wedding professionals, and can recommend all of the best vendors in the area at whatever price point works with your budget. We can save you a lot of time and stress by talking about your vision, your taste, and your passions, and matching you with the appropriate photographers, videographers, and caterers that will help make your dreams come true.
4. Lodging
Many owners of locally owned wedding venues have a network of friends and family that own short term rentals in the area. Whether you’re getting married in Landrum or Greenville, Spartanburg or boiling Springs, chances are your local wedding venue owner can put you in touch with some really great accommodations for your out-of-town guests! And renting an Airbnb or VRBO type lodging support dozens of small businesses.
5. Stunning Outdoor Spaces
Upstate South Carolina is horse country! The locally owned wedding venues in our area have some spectacular views. From mountains, to lakes, streams, rivers, and waterfalls, there are endless possibilities for backdrops for your wedding. The Venue at Ballenger Bridge sits right along the Middle Tyger River, and we have the only covered bridge in the upstate that is available for weddings! It makes for a spectacular cocktail hour.
Say your vows at Pretty Place, or at Glassy Mountain Chapel and come down the mountain and celebrate your day with us!
I would like to take the following locally owned venues around the country for their awesome support! Life is better when we work together!
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