Southern Elegance Once-Upon-A-Time Weddings
Let us help you plan your wedding. As a matter of fact, let us take practically all the worry out of it, and help you have as relaxing and seamless a day as possible. Our experienced staff are all eager to assist you with planning your Barnsley Resort wedding. There are so many details to consider when planning such a milestone occasion.
"One of the 'South’s Best Wedding Venues,'”
- Southern Living
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FAQs: Wedding Information For Your Special Day
How do I book a date and venue for my wedding at Barnsley?
A contract and deposit are required to reserve space for your wedding. Upon receipt of the contract, you have three (3) days to review and confirm the event(s) by forwarding a signed contract and deposit, or you may release the space.
Who will assist me in planning my wedding at Barnsley?
As soon as you’ve signed a Wedding Agreement and we receive it, one of our Special Events Managers will be assigned to your event. They are available to assist you with planning the event details related to food and beverage, event layouts (excluding personal guest diagrams), audio-visual needs and other details of the event. Special Events Managers can also recommend resort contacts to assist with making arrangements for spa, golf and other activities.
Do you have any recommendations for wedding planners and/or does the resort provide a Day-of-Coordinator?
We highly recommend choosing a dedicated Wedding Planner and/or Coordinator to assist you with your planning and details including menu selection, setup, timeline and vendor selection. On the day of the wedding, the planner/coordinator is responsible for vendor management and coordinating the processional (ceremony and rehearsal).
How can I get a list of your Preferred Vendors?
We offer a carefully curated list of preferred vendors we recommend with the utmost confidence. Each of these professionals has provided services for multiple weddings at the resort, and is familiar with our unique location and requirements for hosting events at Barnsley Resort. Your Wedding Sales Manager and Special Events Manager can provide a list of our Preferred Vendors to you. You may find it helpful to contact them as you prepare for your total budget. All food and beverage, with the exception of wedding cakes, must be purchased through Barnsley Resort.
What if I choose to work with my own vendors?
Yes, if you choose, you may work with your own vendors. However, each non-preferred vendor will be required to provide a certificate of liability before providing services at the resort.
How long should I book the venue on the day of the wedding?
Venues are typically reserved four hours prior to ceremony start time to allow ample time for setup. We do not limit the time or duration of your ceremony and reception. However, all outdoor receptions must end at 11:00 p.m. due to a local noise ordinance.
How much time should I book for my wedding rehearsal?
We are pleased to provide a location for your one-hour rehearsal the day before the wedding. The location and time will be determined by your Special Events Manager two weeks prior to your wedding date.
Who will assist me with guest room reservations and accommodations?
A Wedding Sales Manager will assist with accommodations you may wish to secure via contract for your wedding group. Your sales manager will advise you of deposit and cancellation details to ensure your group’s needs are met in advance. In addition, a courtesy rate may be established for your guests to reserve individual accommodations for your wedding festivities.
Are pets allowed at the resort?
Barnsley Resort is known as one of the most pet-friendly resorts in the Southeast. We offer several pet-friendly accommodations and welcome your four-legged friend to participate in your festivities.
What weather can I expect for my wedding?
Average Monthly Temperatures (Fahrenheit) in Adairsville, GA
January: 52/34 | February: 57/37
March: 65/44 | April 73/50
May: 80/60 | June: 87/67
July: 89/71 | August: 88/70
September: 82/64 | October: 73/53
November: 63/44 | December: 55/36
How do I make a deposit for my wedding and when are all payments due?
A non-refundable deposit is due when confirming the event. Sixty (60) days prior to the event, 50% of the estimated charges are due. Thirty (30) days prior to the event, the remaining estimated charges are due. Fourteen (14) days prior to the event, all remaining estimated charges will be calculated and due. It’s important to note that these payments are estimates only. Your FINAL BILL WILL BE SENT TO YOU AFTER YOUR EVENT. Any charges incurred from the last estimate until after the event will be calculated by our Accounting Office and billed accordingly. A credit card must be given at the time the contract is executed and will be used for the final bill.
A SouthernWedding Tradition
Couples planning to wed at Barnsley Resort take part in the unique Southern tradition of "Burying the Bourbon," intended to keep the rain away on the big day. About a month before their wedding day (or on the day of their menu tasting), the bride and groom-to-be place a bottle of bourbon inside a wooden box to be buried upside down near the designated Bourbon Tree (which gets its name from its tipsy-looking, near-horizontal trunk). On the night of the rehearsal dinner, the box is dug up and the bourbon is enjoyed by the couple and wedding party as they toast to a beautiful wedding day ahead. "Burying the Bourbon" is offered complimentary to couples planning both their wedding reception and rehearsal dinner at Barnsley Resort.
