VIRTUAL TOUR
Whether you're near or far, we want you to experience the charm and details of The Little Chapel. Watch our virtual tour video below (volume up) to take a peek inside.
Out of Town? Schedule a Virtual Consult
Planning from afar? We're here to help.
If you're out of state or unable to visit in person right away, we’d love to connect with you through a virtual consult. Start by watching the video above to get a feel for our space. From there, we’ll talk through your vision, answer any questions, and help you feel confident in moving forward—no matter where you're located. We regularly work with couples from across the country and around the world, and love to help our couples near and far make the planning process seamless.
*All tour requests are initially set as in-person. If you’re unable to attend in person, simply mention that in your request notes, and we’ll follow up with a Zoom link for a virtual consult.
Frequently Asked Questions
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*Consult per package inclusions.
1. Getting Ready Suites & Event Rental Hours
The use of getting ready suites is in addition to the event/venue rental hours.
The venue is available for events between 8 AM - 10 PM (Saturdays) & 8 AM-8 PM (Elopements & Microweddings on Wednesdays) or 8 AM- 9 PM (Minimal or Bold Packages on Wednesdays), and package timelines may be adjusted with prior approval from the venue.
Vendors have access to the venue beginning at 8 AM, regardless of event start time, unless otherwise noted in the contract.
Anyone who is not a vendor on property counts towards the start of your package's included venue access time, whereas hired vendors do not and can be on site as early as 8:00am on wedding day.
2. Payments & Additional Rentals
After the non-refundable deposit is paid, the remaining balance for the package and all applicable taxes must be paid in full no later than 30 days prior to the event date.
Additional rentals (including décor, glassware, or other add-ons) may be reserved separately through the venue’s website and must be paid no later than 14 days prior to the event.
3. Overnight Stay & Getting Ready Accommodations
Overnight stays may be booked for either the rehearsal evening or the wedding evening:
If checking in after the rehearsal, guests will have access to the Inn for the full wedding day for getting ready.
If checking in on the wedding night, guests may arrive as early as 8 AM on the wedding day and must check out by 10 AM the following morning.
The Tiny Cottage is available for getting ready use only prior to the event only (no overnight stay) and must be vacated before heading to the venue. Personal belongings must be removed prior to the ceremony.
A golf cart is included at the following times:
1 hour before the ceremony (for guest arrival and wedding party transport from The Tiny Cottage and/or Inn for Minimal or Bold Packages).
1 hour before the event ends until event conclusion (for guest departures).
If the client wishes to use the golf cart throughout the event, an additional fee of $200 applies (no fee for Bold Package).
Weddings under 50 guests can park in our smaller lot located next to the chapel, thus not requiring a golf cart shuttle. For weddings over 50 guests (i.e. the Minimal and Bold Package) additional or all guests may park in the larger lot.
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4. Vendor Approval & Certificate of Insurance (COI)
To ensure a positive guest experience, we've curated a list of approved vendors and ask that any vendors for consideration outside of our list is approved prior to hiring them. We also provide a vendor guidelines document and outlined terms in your contract. If we have previously worked with a vendor that requires insurance and the copy on file is current, no new certificate is needed. The venue requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for the following vendors unless previously approved/provided by/to the venue:
Caterers & Bartenders
Musicians
Wedding Planners & Coordinators
Vendors providing services for the duration of the event (excluding drop-off rentals, hair/makeup, officiants and florists)
5. Rental Drop-offs & Pickups
All rental deliveries and pickups, including tents and dancefloors (and their location), must be pre-approved by the venue and scheduled in advance. Dance floors must be on a hard surface (i.e. patio or floor), not grass as it will damage the grass.
6. Trash & Decorations
The venue is responsible for bathroom and venue trash disposal.
The client, caterer, and/or bartender is responsible for disposing of food and alcohol-related trash to be collected in provided bins & disposed of in dumpster.
Decorations must not be tacked, adhered, or hung from glass, stone, or brick surfaces. Venue approval is required for any installation that may pose a safety risk.
7. Alcohol Service & Permits
If a caterer or bartending service does not meet the ABC NC licensing requirements, the client must obtain a Limited Special Occasions Permit.
All alcohol must be served by a licensed bartender.
An LSO must be applied for and obtained by the couple hosting the event who is contracted with the venue.
No shots/straight pour liquor, cash bars, or self-serve permitted
8. Fees/Add Ons:
No corkage fees (BYO-friendly!)
No cake-cutting fees
No outside vendor penalties
No service fees
No required rental markups
No hidden add-ons
Optional Add-Ons: Overnight stay (or additional night), In-house Planning/Coordination (contractors) or Décor Rentals
9. Reschedules/Cancellations:
Deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to accommodate a new date (based on availability) and apply your deposit toward the rescheduled event. For this reason, we strongly encourage event insurance with cancellation or postponement coverage to help protect against unexpected situations.
10. Planning Your Event:
Our couples are provided with a private planning hub (with login) upon signing which has tons of helpful tips and resources to help you throughout the planning process. There, you'll also find your final check in form which we will receive from you/your planner along with the following (ideally 2-4 weeks prior to your event). You can find everything you need on your Wedding Planning Guide page:
Vendor COIs (see above)
Vendor list/Contacts (including arrival/set up/pick up times)
Timeline for rehearsal & wedding day
Final check in questionnaire
Event Insurance (see resources & guidelines doc) & LSO permit (if applicable)
Floor plan layouts (ceremony & reception)
Remaining balance (due 30 days prior to event)
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What’s included? Exclusive access to the Chapel, Solarium, Tiny Cottage (getting ready suite only), and Inn (overnight stay + getting ready suites), plus tables and chairs (for ceremony and reception), and select décor rentals.
How many guests can we have? Up to 125 guests. This does not include hired vendors/staff.
How many hours do we get? 13 hours on the wedding day + 2-hour rehearsal the day prior. Time spent in the getting ready suites (Inn & Tiny Cottage) and rehearsal does not count toward these hours. We offer venue access for the Bold Package between 8am-9pm on Wednesdays and 8am-10pm on Saturdays.
What’s the payment structure? 30% non-refundable deposit to book, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior. You may also pay as you go.
What is the cancellation policy? Cancellation must be received in writing. Deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to accommodate a new date (based on availability) and apply your deposit toward the rescheduled event. For this reason, we strongly encourage event insurance with cancellation or postponement coverage to help protect against unexpected situations.
Is lodging included? The Inn sleeps 6 and is available for an included 2-night stay on the rehearsal and wedding night.
When can we access the Tiny Cottage for getting ready? 3 hours before guest arrival. 3 hours are included with Bold Package.
When can we access the Inn? After rehearsal (2-hour window between 4-8 PM). If not staying the rehearsal night, access begins as early as 8 AM on the wedding day for getting ready. Optional 2 night stay included with Bold Package for rehearsal and/or wedding night. Check out at 10am on Sundays.
Are outside vendors allowed? Yes! Vendors must be approved or from our recommended list.
What’s required?
Event insurance
A professional wedding planner or month-of coordinator for rehearsal and the full wedding day
A licensed/insured bartender (rental bar provided) & caterer (if applicable)
All vendors insured/approved or recommended (with review of our vendor guidelines & recommendations list)
Can we bring our dog? Yes, but dogs are allowed outdoors only and must be on a leash with waste bags provided. We recommend Ivory Hound or another pet service for wedding-day care.
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What’s included? Exclusive access to the Chapel, Solarium, Tiny Cottage (getting ready suite only), and Inn (overnight stay + getting ready suites), plus tables and chairs (for ceremony and reception), and select décor rentals.
How many guests can we have? 50-85 guests.
How many hours do we get? 9 hours on the wedding day + 1.5 hour rehearsal the day prior. Time spent in the getting ready suites (Inn & Tiny Cottage) and rehearsal does not count toward these hours. We offer venue access for the Minimal Package between 8am-9pm on Wednesdays and 8am-10pm on Saturdays.
What’s the payment structure? 30% non-refundable deposit to book, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior. You may also pay as you go.
What is the cancellation policy? Cancellation must be received in writing. Deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to accommodate a new date (based on availability) and apply your deposit toward the rescheduled event. For this reason, we strongly encourage event insurance with cancellation or postponement coverage to help protect against unexpected situations.
Is lodging included? The Inn sleeps 6 and is available for a 1-night stay on the rehearsal and wedding night.
When can we access the Tiny Cottage for getting ready? 2 hours before guest arrival. 2 hours are included with the Minimal Package.
When can we access the Inn? After rehearsal (2-hour window between 4-8 PM). If not staying the rehearsal night, access begins as early as 8 AM on the wedding day for getting ready. Your choice of rehearsal OR wedding night for a 1 night stay included with the Minimal Package.
Are outside vendors allowed? Yes! Vendors must be approved or from our recommended list.
What’s required?
Event insurance
A professional wedding planner or month-of coordinator for rehearsal and the full wedding day
A licensed/insured bartender (rental bar provided) & caterer (if applicable)
All vendors insured/approved or recommended (with review of our vendor guidelines & recommendations list)
Can we bring our dog? Yes, but dogs are allowed outdoors only and must be on a leash with waste bags provided. We recommend Ivory Hound or another pet service for wedding-day care.
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What’s included? Exclusive access to the Chapel, Solarium, and Inn (getting ready suite), plus tables and chairs (for ceremony and reception), and select décor rentals.
How many guests can we have? 20-50 guests.
How many hours do we get? 6 hours on the wedding day + 1 hour rehearsal the day prior. Time spent in the getting ready suites (Inn) and rehearsal does not count toward these hours.
What’s the payment structure? 50% non-refundable deposit to book, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior. You may also pay as you go.
What is the cancellation policy? Cancellation must be received in writing. Deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to accommodate a new date (based on availability) and apply your deposit toward the rescheduled event. For this reason, we strongly encourage event insurance with cancellation or postponement coverage to help protect against unexpected situations.
Is lodging included? Overnight stay at the Inn is not included, however the getting ready/bridal suite is. The Inn sleeps 6 and is available for stay on the rehearsal and wedding night at $300/1 night or $500/2 nights.
Is the Tiny Cottage Included? The Tiny Cottage for getting ready is not included but can be added for $75/hr.
When can we access the Inn? As early as 8am on wedding day until the conclusion of the event.
Are outside vendors allowed? Yes! Vendors must be approved or from our recommended list.
What’s required?
Event insurance is highly encouraged
A wedding planner or month-of coordinator is highly encouraged for events of all sizes, however is not required for under 50 guests
A licensed/insured bartender (rental bar provided) & caterer (if applicable)
Approved or recommended vendors
Can we bring our dog? Yes, but dogs are allowed outdoors only and must be on a leash with waste bags provided. We recommend Ivory Hound or another pet service for wedding-day care.
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What’s included? Exclusive access to the Chapel, Solarium, plus tables and chairs (for ceremony and reception), and select décor rentals.
How many guests can we have? Up to 20 guests
How many hours do we get? 4 hours on the wedding day (Wednesday) + 30 hour rehearsal the day prior (Tuesday).
Do you offer a ceremony only option? We do not offer ceremony-only packages. Our packages are based not only on guest count, but also on hours reserved, evening stays on the property, and seasonal rates. They are designed to allocate time for setup, cleanup, and the event itself, whether you choose to have a reception or not. Additionally, we do not host more than one wedding in a day, ensuring the exclusivity of your event.
What’s the payment structure? 50% non-refundable deposit to book, with the remaining balance due 30 days prior. You may also pay as you go.
What is the cancellation policy? Cancellation must be received in writing. Deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to accommodate a new date (based on availability) and apply your deposit toward the rescheduled event. For this reason, we strongly encourage event insurance with cancellation or postponement coverage to help protect against unexpected situations.
Is lodging included? Overnight stay at the Inn is not included, however the getting ready/bridal suite can be reserved at $200/day. The Inn sleeps 6 and is available for stay on the rehearsal and wedding night at $300/1 night or $500/2 nights.
Is the Tiny Cottage Included? The Tiny Cottage for getting ready is not included but can be added for $75/hr.
Are outside vendors allowed? Yes! Vendors must be approved or from our recommended list.
What’s required?
Event insurance is highly encouraged but not required
A wedding planner or month-of coordinator is highly encouraged for events of all sizes, however is not required for under 50 guests
A licensed/insured bartender (rental bar provided) & caterer (if applicable)
Approved or recommended vendors
Can we bring our dog? Yes, but dogs are allowed outdoors only and must be on a leash with waste bags provided. We recommend Ivory Hound or another pet service for wedding-day care.