If you ask me, intimate weddings are some of the most romantic. It’s your chance to gather with the people closest to you and reflect on the moments that led to this celebration. Throughout your evening, you are going to make so many memories you will cherish for years to come! As a Nashville wedding photographer, I get the chance to witness some of the best micro-weddings around, and now, I’m here to help you with yours. If you are looking for the best small wedding venues in Nashville, here are the ones I always recommend.
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CJ’s Off the Square is a Nashville wedding venue that has been featured in national publications. This garden venue can accommodate up to 135 guests. The upscale backyard feel gives it a feeling of intimacy you just can’t find anywhere else! They also have contingency plans in case it rains to ensure that no matter what, you will have your ideal day.
1305 Clinton Street, Suite 320, Nashville, Tennessee 37203
For those who love the industrial chic feel, check out Room with a View! This wedding venue is inside a 114-year-old Nashville car factory and offers exposed piping, raftered ceilings, and brick walls. The large windows will give you a chance to show off the Nashville skyline! The venue can hold up to 150 guests.
5035 Harding Pike, Nashville, Tennessee 37205
Belle Meade is a historic manor built on over 200 years of history. The boxwood garden is one of the best sites around for weddings, offering a quiet spot surrounded by magnolia trees. Once it’s time for your reception, you will use the permanent events tent for an open-air celebration.
45 Lindsley Ave, Nashville, Tennessee 37210
The Cordelle is a brick Victorian Nashville building that packs a lot of charm in a small wedding venue. Inside, you will be able to accommodate up to 175 guests, while the outdoor garden has enough room for up to 250 guests. The venue is extremely flexible and will work with you to have your dream celebration!
814 Woodland Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37206
Estelle is a unique venue nestled inside an early 19th-century building. This venue combines rustic charm with modern elegance for an experience that your guests will never forget! This space can hold up to 95 guests, making it ideal for microweddings.
111 Becky Lane, Franklin, Tennessee 37064
Local Ark offers a teensy chapel in the heart of Franklin. This quaint wedding venue can hold up to 40 guests for an intimate Nashville area ceremony. Then, once it’s time for your reception, you can head out to the barn where you can celebrate with drinks and dancing.
1490 Volunteer Parkwood, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
Cool Springs House is a historic manor that dates back to 1830. The lawn in front of the log barn is the best spot for couples looking for a rustic backdrop for their vows. You will be able to then have a reception for up to 150 people out on the patio, or you can host it inside in the Event Loft, where you’ll have enough space for up to 50 guests.
If you are looking for the best small wedding venues in Nashville, I really hope this list helps you out! Now, it’s time to find the right photographer to help you capture the day. I’m there for that, too! As a Nashville wedding photographer, I love working with couples to create memories they can keep for years to come. If you want to see if my style is a match for yours, let’s chat! Send me a message to find out more!
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