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Holding Space For Magic...

Hidden in the heart of Hot Springs, NC, Magnolia House Estate is a private, 3-acre, family-owned estate that is just perfect for small destination weddings. Once the manor house of Hot Springs, the Magnolia House is a fully restored, Victorian-era home that sits amidst tall trees, manicured gardens, and unbeatable mountain views.

 

When couples get married at our Estate, they essentially rent the entire property for the duration of the long-weekend. The Magnolia House team helps to plan and coordinate the event for you, and will be on the property for the rehearsal dinner and wedding day from event set-up to cleanup. For the rest of the time here, it's your space to enjoy privately with your loved ones.

The experience is not just a wedding day event, it’s a whole wedding weekend that’s loaded with time to connect with family, friends, nature and each other. All of our guests leave with a treasure of memories that feel sacred and so so special.

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The Venue

✓ Historic, private, gated 3-acre property

✓ Magnificent mountain views

✓ Outdoor porches and intimate gathering spaces

✓ Exquisite, spacious interior spaces

✓ Tended firepit

✓ Use of warming and staging kitchen for caterers

✓ Indoor bathrooms

✓ Covered pavilion for cocktails, dining or dancing

✓ Countless picture-perfect spaces from curated 

gardens, wooded walkways underneath the trees,  boxwood maze, the vintage house, the old red bridge, and more

✓ A 5-minute walk to downtown Hot Springs

✓ An expert coordination team to help with planning and event day execution

Our Packages

​We're here to support our couples with their wedding day dreams. We know just how important this day is to you and your beloved, and we truly care about all the details.

 

From weddings to elopements, our peaceful historic estate is the perfect setting for intimate gatherings with your closest loved ones. We have intentionally curated wedding and elopement packages that allow you to not only enjoy the planning process but to relax, enjoy and be present throughout the entire weekend because you feel so well supported by our team.  

 

Not only do our packages come with dedicated support for planning and execution, but we also offer full transparency with package pricing, available dates, and FAQs right here on our website.
 

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The Accommodations

For much of the wedding weekend, the estate becomes yours to enjoy privately with your loved ones. When you arrive on property, everything is prepared and ready for a seamless self-check-in. The estate is yours to enjoy  until the Magnolia House team arrive on property on event day to help with all the details.

There are 2 homes on the estate providing lodging for up to 20 guests total in 10 bedrooms.

Magnolia House sleeps up to 14 guests in 7 bedrooms & 6.5 bathrooms. The chef’s kitchen is also yours to use & stock so that you can enjoy full use of the home as your own.

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GALLERY

  • Do you have any vendor recommendations for our wedding?
    We have a list of preferred catering vendors that know our property and do great work. We're also open to other catering teams who meet our requirements. Couples will hire their caterer and have a separate contract with said caterer. The caterer you choose must provide Magnolia House with proof of insurance certificate naming the Mag House, LLC as an additional insured. Once you book your caterer, the Magnolia House coordinator will collaborate with the catering team to share our protocols, work out the details, and manage wedding day arrival and flow. The caterer will bring their own food service and cleanup team to collaborate with the Magnolia House coordination team.
  • Is a permit required for having liquor?
    A one-time liquor permit is required for all weddings and events on Magnolia House property, per NC law. If you'd like to have liquor at your event, Magnolia House coordination will provide you with the permit application to complete and mail in. You'll also be responsible for the permit fee of $50 per event. This permit must be provided prior to the event.
  • Can we bring our own beer or wine?
    Yes! You can bring your own beer or wine and we will help setup, breakdown and provide service with the bar team. We have an in-house bar team, unless the caterer provides one as part of their services. We don't charge corking fees!
  • Can we add-on or upgrade any furniture?
    Yes! Should you decide to add-on or upgrade any furniture rentals, our coordination team can assist with planning and selections. All rentals are managed and coordinated with the rental company by our in-house event planner. Chairs, tables, linens and bar set-up are all included in your contract with Magnolia House!
  • Are there any rules regarding entertainment?
    There is a noise ordinance in Hot Springs. There are plenty of wonderful bands that we can allow, although bands with very loud drums will not pass the noise ordinance, unfortunately. DJ's are permitted with the consideration of noise levels being taken into account. Any loud music will need to be finished by 10 pm, and afterward, ambient music can remain on, playing softly. Should you decide you'd like to hire a band, you'll need a noise ordinance permit from the town of Hot Springs.
  • What happens if it rains?
    Rain during our peak wedding season does occasionally happen. Rain options include getting married under the pavilion, if needed. Often times, if there is rain, it's usually a quick shower that we can work around!
  • Are their insurance requirements?
    Every couple is required to purchase Wedding Event Liability Insurance through wedsafe.com, which is usually ~$195.00 for entire weekend event. The Mag House, LLC must be named as an additional insured.
  • Is their a security deposit required?
    Yes! There is a $1,000 property damage security deposit that is due 7 days prior to the wedding event start date. The security deposit will be refunded, providing that there are no damages on, around, or inside the property. There will be more details about this in your contract!
  • Do we need to tip the staff?
    Gratuities for your wedding coordinator are not required, but are suggested! Generally this tends to fall around $300 - $500.
  • What are the booking requirements?
    Aside from getting your necessary permits later on, in order to book your wedding or elopement with Magnolia Estate requires a signed contract, and a 50% deposit. All of the cancellation and refund information will be outlined in your contract, and you can ask questions when you come for a tour, or at booking, as well! The final payment is due 90 days prior to your event.
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ARE YOU READY TO BOOK YOUR WEDDING AT YOUR DREAM VENUE?

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