35 Rustic Wedding Venues in Atlanta and Georgia

Looking for the perfect rustic wedding venue in Atlanta or Georgia? Look no further! We've scoured the region to find the most beautiful and charming locations for your big day. Whether you're dreaming of a romantic barn wedding, an outdoor ceremony surrounded by nature, or a cozy cabin celebration, we've got you covered. With so many incredible options, it's easy to see why Atlanta and Georgia are such popular destinations for rustic weddings. So grab your partner and get ready to fall in love with these enchanting venues!

Featured Rustic Wedding Venues

Sautee Mountain Retreat Wedding Venue

Sautee Mountain Retreat

Clarksville, Georgia - up to 100 guests

Sautee Mountain Retreat is a perfectly serene, intimate, naturally beautiful setting for North Georgia weddings and receptions, vow renewals and rehearsal dinners. Tie the knot in the luxuriously rustic Mountain Lodge or outdoors in the beautiful Serenity Garden with flowing streams, cascading water features, and romantic large wooden arbor. There is also a large group fire pit just outside the Mountain Lodge which is great for socializing, telling stories, making toasts and s’mores. The retreat has beautiful accommodations for your wedding party and guests to stay overnight.
White Laurel Estate Wedding Venue

White Laurel Estate

Dawsonville, Georgia - up to 200 guests

White Laurel Estate is North Georgia's Premier Wedding Venue - built with LOVE

Conveniently located at the north end of Forsyth County near Dawson County, with easy access to Lake Lanier, and 400, this 16 acre estate offers wedding packages to suit every taste and budget.

We have a White Barn Wedding Venue, surrounded by rolling green hills for your dream wedding in North Georgia.

White Laurel Estate offers flexible wedding packages that ensure your day will be extraordinary. Whether you are looking for an elegant affair, a casual party, or you’re having a micro-wedding, White Laurel Estate offers full packages to fit every theme and style.

Chateau 1870 at CircaSpaces Wedding Venue

Chateau 1870 at CircaSpaces

Dacula, Georgia - up to 50 guests

Chateau1870 is a premiere, one-of-a-kind intimate venue conveniently located in metro Atlanta. This magnificent structure was built in 1870 and sits on over an acre of majestic hardwood trees.  The true Southern Charm property was recently restored with love, paying careful attention to retain much of the vintage charm, while infusing modern and chic touches!  Although not officially listed as a “Historic” site, with over 150years under it’s belt, Chateau1870…

McBrayer Ranch Wedding Venue

McBrayer Ranch

Powder Springs, Georgia - up to 150 guests

Welcome to McBrayer Ranch! We would be honored to make your special day unforgettable!

Our barn is fully decorated and ready to go, complete with tables and seating for your guests. Our Chapel is the perfect setting for your ceremony, complete with charming church pews. And when it's time to dance the night away, our corral is the place to be, with gorgeous lighting to set the mood.

Our venue includes so many amazing features! Not only can you take your engagement photos…

Cold Creek Farm Wedding Venue

Cold Creek Farm

Dawsonville, Georgia - up to 250 guests

Nestled in the heart of the mountains, Cold Creek Farm is a stunning family-owned and operated barn wedding venue in North Georgia. This enchanting property provides couples with a rustic and picturesque setting for their special day, making it one of the most sought-after rustic wedding venues in North Georgia and a top choice among farm wedding venues in Georgia.

When Jeff and Susan Buffington purchased Cold…

In the Woods Wedding and Event Venue Wedding Venue

In the Woods Wedding and Event Venue

Rockmart, Georgia - up to 250 guests

Say your “I do’s” in our 3200 ft² newly constructed, modern-rustic ceremony pavilion nestled deep back in the woods by the lake. Your guests will be in awe of the breath-taking scenery at the ceremony site. The covered pavilion is lined with antique church pews and overlooks the water at the most beautiful spot on the property.

Dine, Dance, and Celebrate in the 5200 ft² warm and inviting reception hall. Swing open the barn doors and the rustic elegance of the building takes over.…
Bison View Lodge Micro Wedding Weekends Wedding Venue

Bison View Lodge Micro Wedding Weekends

Helen, Georgia - up to 70 guests

Why invite 200 people that you never see when you can spend three blissful days with the 20 to 75 people that you love the most! And the best part? It costs less than most venues and your time is incredibly more meaningful. It’s time to ditch huge, overhwelming weddings!

At Bison View Lodge, our superpower is the intimate micro wedding weekend!  People LOVE getting married here for the gorgeous outdoor spaces that feature a rustic, “lodgey”, mountain vi…

Whitestone Reserve Wedding Venue

Whitestone Reserve

Austell, Georgia - up to 200 guests

Based in Austell, Georgia, Whitestone Reserve is an elegant farmhouse venue featuring gorgeous chandeliers, lots of natural lighting, wood floors throughout, and is surrounded by tranquil, picturesque gardens. We have both indoor and outdoor spaces available to host events!

Agape Acres Wedding Venue

Agape Acres

Dawsonville, Georgia - up to 150 guests

Nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, Agape Acres sits on 43 acres of rolling pastures and is surrounded by woods. This idyllic estate provides breathtaking views and rural tranquility. The grounds abound with horses, a miniature donkey and verdant trees, making this a storybook setting. Agape is Greek for love, reflecting this venue’s commitment to creating a romantic and atmospheric location to celebrate timeless love stories.

County Line Ranch Wedding Venue

County Line Ranch

Loganville, GA - up to 500 guests

The Ranch - Beautiful arbor in the pasture perfect for your wedding ceremony - 7000 square foot reception arena equipped with edison bulb string lights - Large deck perfect for an intimate rehearsal dinner under the stars - Graveled bonfire area perfect to keep the party going when the lights turn off - Coming soon: Bridal suite & Grooms lounge

Lela's Place Wedding Venue Wedding Venue

Lela's Place Wedding Venue

PEACHTREE CITY, Georgia - up to 100 guests

Lela's Place is a large estate that accommodates intimate gatherings and grand celebrations alike. The classic French-style farmhouse offers a timeless backdrop for tying the knot. A feeling of rustic elegance flows throughout the venue. Each lovely space has been thoughtfully designed by a team of experienced event planners. The property's friendly and creative staff love helping soon-to-be-weds pull off truly special celebrations. From the sophisticated farmhouse to lovin…

More Atlanta & Georgia Rustic Wedding Venues

Bogle Farms

Greenville, GA - up to 300 guests

Bogle Farm is a destination wedding venue and located about an hour from the ATL airport and a short 10 min drive from I-85, near LaGrange and Greenville, GA. Situated on 160 acres, the Farm features multiple on site venues, including wedding barn, manicured lawns, wildflower meadows and gardens. The Farm features on site accommodations for around 25 guests and a resort style pool. All wedding related events can be held at Bogle Farms making it a wonderful one-stop Georgia destination wedding venue just south of Atlanta.

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa

Young Harris, Georgia - up to 250 guests

Located in the Blue Ridge mountains in North Georgia, Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa is a 500 acre Resort featuring outdoor wedding ceremony & reception locations with Blue Ridge mountain backdrops, as well as indoor ceremony & reception locations, 134 guest rooms and lodge style environments, 18-hole golf course, horse back riding, full service Spa and much more!

Chapman Hill Weddings + Events

Jefferson, Georgia - up to 250 guests

Chapman Hill is a 17 acre event venue that provides an atmosphere for your guests that they will never forget. The flexibility between outdoor and indoor spaces across the property make for a new experience everywhere you turn. The name Chapman comes from a long family history and felt like the perfect way to incorporate our focus on family and business into one. We took the heritage and memories from Walnut Hill Farms and blended it with our vision for Chapman Hill to create the beautiful venue you see today.

Daisy Hill Venue

Fayetteville, Georgia - up to 150 guests

Nestled in the heart of Fayette County, The Venue at Daisy Hill offers convenience of location along with an idyllic setting for sweet Southern weddings and corporate or special events.

Weddings at Daisy Hill are truly magical. The venue has soaring ceilings, exposed beams, a classic black and white palette and overlooks a tranquil pond surrounded by Georgia Pines.

Indoor and outdoor ceremony options along with private bridal & grooms suites transform this property from a hidden treasure to a premier Atlanta wedding venue.

Historic Brookfield Estate

Griffin, GA - up to 450 guests

Enjoy beautiful, rolling Georgia pastureland in a very private setting dotted with pecan trees, oaks, & magnolias along with a hedged dressage field perfect for a tented event, a carriage house for serving food or drinks or a small seated event, a formal garden area that's great for cocktail hour, a smoke house for intimate whisky or wine tastings, a pole barn and 2 quaint cottages for guests! Plus, many beautiful options for stunning event photos!

Lanier Islands Weddings

Buford, Georgia - up to 498 guests

Boasting over 14 wedding venues and locations throughout the 1,500-acre resort for both ceremonies and receptions, Lanier Islands is the ideal place to begin your new life together.

Whether your vision of an ideal ceremony is in a wooded lakeside hideaway or along beautiful lakeside shores, Lanier Islands offers many options for creating your ideal wedding. Exchange your vows onboard yacht or overlooking the lake at one of our immaculately decorated venues.

For your convenience, we can provide a comprehensive service that includes wedding specialists, event planners, an on-site executive catering chef, an extensive list of affiliated florists, photographers, DJs, musicians, and more.

In addition to being the perfect wedding location in Atlanta, Georgia, Lanier Islands is also ideal for group accommodations for the wedding party, or for the bride and groom’s Southern style honeymoon, spa services before or after the wedding, and a variety of other recreation options. Make destiny a legacy with Lanier Islands and fall in love all over again.

Lewallen Farms

Waleska, Georgia - up to 200 guests

Lewallen Farms is located in the heart of the small town of Waleska, Georgia.  While we are a working farm, don't let the name fool you!  We can cater to super casual and black tie weddings.

We have both outdoor and indoor ceremony locations.

Lewallen Farms can cater to the DIY Brides who want to take control of their day, or we can serve the Bride who wants someone to take care of every detail.

Our Staff and Vendors provide our Brides with a stress-free day to ensure that have the best day of their life.

Live Wire Athens

Athens, Georgia - up to 500 guests

Live Wire Athens is a rustic, industrial event venue nestled in the northwest corner of downtown Athens, Georgia. Our unique venue includes three versatile indoor and outdoor spaces with multiple stages. With a rich history in the Athens music industry our expertise in sound and light production as well as state-of-the-art equipment will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.

The Garden Courtyard brings together the rustic features of the building with the beauty of nature and urban horticulture for a romantic outdoor atmosphere. Featuring reclaimed wood and industrial decor, The Parlor provides an intimate space for gathering friends and family. Barn doors open from The Parlor to Robertson Hall revealing walls of vintage brick and rustic wood. The exposed ceiling and warm, ambient lighting with Edison bulbs give the room a feel of industrial elegance.

Locally owned and operated by the Robertson Family, this former warehouse has been transformed into a multifaceted venue perfect for your upcoming event. Our full venue capacity ranges from 20-500 people.

Mountain Laurel Farm

Cleveland, Georgia - up to 250 guests

Mountain Laurel Farm offers you an opportunity to host a North Georgia “destination wedding” nestled on 21 acres overlooking the Chattahoochee National Forest. This venue specializes in intimate events of 100 guests or less and the opportunity to host up to 200 guests for cocktail styled events. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the stunning Greek Revival Farmhouse, former Caretaker house & authentic Red Barn. The view of Horserange Mountain is the most popular ceremony location. This venue can accommodate up to 20 overnight guests for your three-day wedding getaway. There is no need to leave the property since the rehearsal dinner, after-party and the day after brunch can all be hosted on-site.

Mulberry Chapel at Crockett Creek Crossing

Carnesville, Georgia - up to 175 guests

Mulberry Chapel is a 2400 square foot open pavilion in North Georgia that can accommodate up to 175 guests. Charming hand-crafted maple benches are included and can seat up to 100. Additional seating and tables are available upon request. A separate cottage on the site is available with restroom facilities, a changing room, and a kitchenette. A large, picturesque meadow provides space for activities beyond the chapel grounds. Ample parking space available nearby. The venue is conveniently located off Interstate 85, approx. 75 miles northeast of Atlanta, 35 miles north of Athens, and 65 miles southwest of Greenville, SC.

Nutwood Winery

LaGrange, Georgia - up to 50 guests

Nutwood Winery is nestled within the rolling hills of the Georgia plains. The sprawling ten-acre farm features our one-of-a-kind 6,000 sq ft Tasting Room & Vineyard Cafe along with the historic manor home and 200-year-old pecan trees that give Nutwood its name. Our indoor/outdoor seating area offers guests a relaxing environment in which to enjoy good company, and of course, great wines. Nutwood’s delicious wines pair beautifully with our light bites, and outdoor activities provide entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

Nutwood Winery offers southern charm mixed with natural beauty that serves as a perfect backdrop for indoor or outdoor weddings, corporate events, and intimate family gatherings.

Want to see what your special day could look like? Give us a call or schedule a private tour today and see for yourself!

Refuge Ranch Retreat

Locust Grove, GA - up to 150 guests

Enjoy the perfect countryside retreat at Refuge Ranch Retreat, where you'll be surrounded by both loved ones and nature while making lasting memories. As you begin your big day at the property, you can use the on-site lodgings as your private get-ready space, as well as overnight accomodations for as many nights as you choose. 

The open-air venue boasts many wonderful ceremony and reception spots to host your festivities. A popular backdrop for exchanging vows is in front of the pole barn overlooking the pond surrounded by towering trees. 

For the evening reception, you can hold it outside underneath the open-air barn pavilion, accommodating up to 150 guests. It boasts picturesque views and hanging bistro lighting, creating a cozy and intimate aesthetic for your celebration.The venue takes great pride in offering flexible spaces to fit your needs and preferences. To ensure that your magical day matches your vision, you will bring your chosen outside vendors to perform their services, leaving room to accomodate your desires and budget. 

Other amenities and activities that can be found on the property include the lake, walking trails, a shooting range, archery, fishing, horses, and outdoor firepits to gather around for cooking, marshmallow roasting and reminiscing about your day.

As a bonus, you can stay overnight in the cozy, rustic lodge accommodating up to 10 people.

Splendor Mountain

Tiger, Georgia - up to 50 guests

We believe that all couples are special. Whether you're planning a weekend long celebration or one joy filled day, Splendor Mountain offers many exclusive sites for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and farewell brunch, guaranteeing that your special day is uniquely your own. Create memories during your rehearsal dinner at Shadow Rock Pavilion of your rehearsal dinner, in Providence Garden exchange vows, experience to wondeful time with friends and family or even the two of you at Sunrise Lodge. Lodging is available on property 

Spring Lake Events

Rockmart, Georgia - up to 200 guests

Spring Lake is an outdoor barn wedding venue located in Rockmart, GA. Located on 70 acres of private land, our Georgia wedding venue provides the perfect spot for your outdoor wedding. Have your ceremony under our cedar arch by the lake and your reception in our large open-air barn built just for weddings.

Our goal from the day we opened has always been to create a wedding venue that brings the outdoor feeling into your wedding. The custom cedar arch set between willow trees by the lake along with our rustic lodge style building can be transformed to fit your own special day.

It would be our privilege to host your special occasion at Spring Lake. The calm waters of our beautiful lake and the wispy willow trees framed in cattails will take your breath away. Imagine candles on the lake and wind chimes in the trees as you sit in our eight-foot swing by the lake. Make an appointment today to visit and tour our little piece of heaven.

Swan Lake Overlook

Dawsonville, Georgia - up to 300 guests

Swan Lake Overlook is a luxurious wedding and event venue. Our venue sits on 225 acres of land that has been in our family for over 100 years. Our scenic views overlook the North Georgia Mountains and come with all of the well loved mountain elements. We are conveniently located just north of Atlanta, providing the perfect mountain destination wedding just outside of the city. Our guests can enjoy several ceremony spots around our property and a large indoor venue space with seating for up to 300 guests.

You might not know this about us, but we are actually an exotic deer farm. There are over 80 Sika and Fallow Deer that roam freely on our property. Our farm is also home to alpacas, donkeys, emus, horses, and a few swans. The animals on our farm are like family to us. They sometimes even join our guests for a photo or two!

While we are a farm, our space is everything but your typical barn wedding. We classify ourselves as rustic-elegance. We have combined a few rustic elements, such as large wooden beams and industrial style concrete floors, with large windows for natural lighting and grand chandeliers to give more of a luxury feel to the space.

We would love to show you around! You can schedule a tour, view our pricing guide, check available dates, and find more details throughout our website: www.swanlakeoverlook.com

The Barn at Big Oak

Franklin, Georgia - up to 175 guests

Located in Franklin, Georgia, The Barn at Big Oak is a budding venue ideal for those looking for a rustic backdrop. Whether you're getting married and looking for the perfect outdoor venue, or you're a business looking to host an outdoor retreat, we are able to do it all!

The Cotton Gin at Mill Creek

Hiram, Georgia - up to 250 guests

The Cotton Gin is the most premier historic wedding venue in the metro Atlanta area. Built in the 1900s as an industrial mill, its southern charm is highlighted with modern design elements. It is the perfect setting for any event or wedding. This unique event venue provides a gorgeous backdrop for your special event with the beauty of nature, gorgeous wooden water wheels throughout the property, free flowing water features inside and out, old mixed with a little new...Message us today for more information.

The Farm

Rome, Georgia - up to 250 guests

The Farm is a North Georgia destination wedding venue located in Rome, GA and nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The Farm offers indoor and outdoor sites for rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception. Facilities include outside space in the open pastures, a private gazebo in the woods, the stable area or inside the renovated 40,000-square-foot European-style pine barn with old brick arches along the entrance way.

The Farm at Wolf Creek

Barnesville, Georgia - up to 300 guests

The Farm at Wolf Creek is a waterfront barn wedding venue and special events venue located on a large acreage farm in the quaint town of Barnesville, GA. Featuring a private treelined road, indoor & outdoor ceremony sites including a waterfront outdoor chapel, large private lake, rustic barn with all the modern amenities and on-site accommodations. Located an hour south of Atlanta and 30 minutes from north Macon.

The Ruins at Kellum Valley

Cleveland, Georgia

The Ruins at Kellum Valley Farm is a North Georgia wedding venue nestled in a picturesque valley of the Blue Ridge foothills, just an hour from North Atlanta. Together with breathtaking mountain views, and rich history, Kellum Valley Farm makes an enchanting location for your wedding. The 19th century restored stone ruins seat guests in an outdoor ambiance that is certain to leave a lasting impression. This wedding venue is the only venue in Georgia with historic ruins and mountain views.

The Waterfall Club

Clayton, Georgia - up to 200 guests

We are located 2 hours north of Atlanta in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. Our main Lodge features 3 different rooms and a porch with spectacular views of the lake surrounding mountains. We can accomadate weddings of all sizes with two different ceremony spaces, options for rehearsals and brunches, as well as various lodging for out of town guests. We host a limited amount of weddings per year and weekends fill up quickly.

The Willows Farm

Marble Hill, Georgia - up to 400 guests

The Willows Farm is a premier wedding and special event venue located in the North Georgia Foothills! This private 300 acre farm is unparalleled in its unique balance of southern charm and pastoral landscapes.

The Willows Farm has the capacity to hold events of all sizes from an intimate wedding to up to 200+ guests. Specializing in weddings our all-inclusive wedding packages offer everything you need to create the most magical weddings!

Vezalay

Dahlonega, Georgia - up to 200 guests

Vezalay is a North Georgia mountain wedding and event venue located in Dahlonega, GA. Vezalay is both a DIY facility and a vendor provided facility with panoramic mountain views that can accommodate up to 200 guests. Vezalay's outdoor pavilion provides guests with the perfect outdoor setting for intimate wedding ceremonies. The event center is a beautiful open space with a premium view. Vezalay also offers an intimate wedding chapel with a mountain view.

Willow Creek Farm

Cleveland, Georgia - up to 200 guests

Willow Creek Farm is tucked away in the North Georgia Mountains, just 15 minutes outside of Helen GA.  Willow is located in the heart of the Georgia Wine Trail.  A beautiful mountain creek flows through the farm where sheep graze in the open fields at the foot of the horse range mountains.  At Willow's magical creekside ceremony spot, two creeks join together and flow into the forest as one.  The terrain is flat and the venue is fully handicap accessible. Willow is a fully staffed venue offering all inclusive packages and full wedding coordination.  

Rustic Weddings GA Wedding Reception Venues

We hope you've enjoyed exploring our list of beautiful rustic wedding venues in Atlanta and Georgia. We know that planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but finding the perfect venue is a great place to start. These charming and unique locations offer a wonderful backdrop for your special day and are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a local or planning a destination wedding, there's no shortage of stunning venues to choose from. So go ahead and start envisioning your dream wedding at one of these amazing rustic venues. Best wishes on your upcoming nuptials!

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