Want a wedding venue that is picturesque, grand, and surrounded by stunning scenic views? Raveswood Mansion could be everything you’re dreaming of – and more!
I had the chance to capture Morgan and Yesenia’s fall wedding here, and I fell in love with the scenery. A wedding in the fall at Raveswood Mansion is absolutely magical, set against the vibrant fall colors and Tennessee hills.
Read on to discover everything you need to know about planning your Ravenswood Mansion wedding!
Your Guide to Planning a Ravenswood Mansion Wedding Venue
Ravenswood Mansion is a stunning wedding venue only 20 minutes outside of Nashville – you’ll find it in Brentwood, Tennessee. This location has rolling hills, perfectly manicured grounds, and at the center of it all is an elegant mansion. It’s also an affirming and welcoming LGBTQ+ wedding venue!
The venue can be found inside the Marcella Vivrette Smith Park, and surrounding it are 400 acres of forested hills that you can enjoy exploring, and they are also a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photos.
You can plan an outdoor ceremony here within their picturesque gardens, and there’s plenty of room for a tent for your reception! Also, if you choose to have your wedding here, you and your guests will have access to private getting-ready suites, and you’ll have exclusive use of the mansion and surrounding property.
How many guests can you invite?
For your wedding, you can host up to 300 guests at the property! For a micro wedding, the mansion can accommodate up to 50 guests. One thing to know about micro weddings at Ravenswood Mansion is that it’s not available for use all year round.
You can only book your micro wedding any time from December 1st – March 20th. Also, your micro wedding can take place inside the mansion or on its beautiful front and back porches.
Amenities and services
Ravenswood Mansion has a variety of incredible amenities and services for an unforgettable celebration. Here’s what you can expect if you book your wedding here:
- On-Site Venue Representative
- Flexibility with bringing in outside vendors and outside alcohol, and use of a catering warming kitchen
- 200 White Garden Chairs
- 15- 60” Round Tables
- 2 – 48” Round Tables
- Six and Eight-Foot Long Tables
- Bistro + Cocktail Tables
- Two Wooden Bars
- Ceremony Backdrops
- On-site parking
- Three spacious changing suites
For more info on all the amenities included when you book this venue, go here!
How much does it cost to get married at Ravenswood Mansion?
One thing that I love about Ravenswood Mansion is that they are upfront and transparent about pricing! They even have a wedding budget worksheet that helps you customize your budget, which you can check out here!
Their prices start at $500, and their highest price is $4,500. For a full breakdown of costs, head here! Just so you know, the price varies depending on the day of the week, time of day, time of year, and the duration of your wedding.
This could be the perfect venue for you if you’re looking for a historical venue with lots of charm that’s close to Nashville but away from the hustle and bustle of the city!
Morgan and Yesenia’s Romantic Ravenswood Mansion Wedding
If all of this has captured your attention, here’s a behind-the-lens look at Morgan and Yesenia’s wedding to give you an idea of what your own Ravenswood Mansion wedding could look like!
Background on the couple
It’s an interesting story how I know this incredible couple! Wayyy back in 2022, I shot my first-ever elopement (as a second shooter) for Morgan’s brother. Then, Morgan’s family just happened to be in Tennessee for Christmas in 2023, and they asked me to take their family photos.
That’s where I met Morgan and Yesenia! Everyone in their family is so funny (check out their children-of-the-corn-esque photo below), and I had a blast taking their family portraits.
After taking their family photos, Yesenia and Morgan asked me to shoot their wedding, and of course, I said yes! I adore both of them and their families.
Getting ready
Both Morgan and Yesenia have very big families, so they had a lot of important people spending their wedding morning getting ready with them. They both got ready separately in the getting-ready suites at the property, as they knew they wanted to have a first reveal with each other.
First look
Once Morgan was ready, they had a heartfelt and emotional reveal with their dad. Then, Morgan and Yesenia had a first look that was soooo sweet. Once they saw one another, they went to a secluded part of the grounds and said their own vows privately to one another before their ceremony.
Their ceremony
Morgan and Yesenia had their ceremony in both English and Spanish and had a breathtaking sunset ceremony. Everyone was so excited for these two to tie the knot. After their ceremony, we made sure to grab some family and wedding party portraits before their reception.
Their reception
Their reception was an absolute blast – everyone was having a great time, and their wedding tent was filled with laughter and many sweet and intimate moments. Morgan and Yesenia had delicious local tacos for dinner, which was then followed by touching speeches, then father-daughter dances, and the bride’s first dance.
Lots of ass shaking and dancing followed before they ended the night by putting on their matching leather jackets with a cold sparks exit!
Ready to Plan Your Wedding at Ravenswood Mansion?
I hope you found this guide on planning a wedding at Ravenswood Mansion helpful. This might just be the wedding venue of your dreams if you want to be surrounded by nature, breathtaking views, and grandeur!
And..if you are still looking for a queer elopement photographer to capture your celebration in Tennessee or beyond, I’d love to chat! You can look at my services here or head over here to get in touch to discuss how we can get started planning your dream wedding!
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