Questions,
answered.
Planning a wedding near Chattanooga comes with a lot of small decisions. Here are the answers couples ask us most often — capacity, pricing, vendors, and the timeline of the day.
We try to keep things simple and honest: open vendor policy, all-in pricing, no surprises on the invoice. If your question isn't covered below, just ask.
Booking & Availability
When to reach out, how dates work, and what secures your day.
01How do we schedule a tour or check availability?
To schedule a tour or check date availability, reach out through our Contact Us page. It's the fastest way to start a conversation. You're also welcome to call or text us at 423‑758‑6316.
We don't have an open booking calendar by design. We'd rather meet you, walk the property together, and make sure Cedar Hills Farm is the right fit before any dates are secured.
02How far in advance should we book our wedding date?
Most couples book between 6 and 18 months in advance. Peak months and Saturdays tend to fill the fastest; non-peak months and weekdays often have more flexibility right up to the season.
If your date is firm, reach out early. If you're flexible, you may have more options — and a different price point. See pricing by season and day of week.
03How do we officially book and secure our date?
To officially secure your date, we require a signed agreement and a 50% downpayment. Once both are in place, the date is taken off the market and reserved exclusively for you.
The downpayment is non‑refundable. That's how we reserve the date for your wedding and turn other couples away from it. Your remaining balance is due thirty days before the wedding.
04Can we host both the ceremony and reception at your venue?
Yes. We have a beautiful outdoor ceremony site and an indoor, climate-controlled reception space. The reception space doubles as a weather backup if you'd like to keep everything in one place.
The Day Itself
Hours, capacity, weather, and how the timeline works on property.
01How many guests can your wedding venue accommodate?
Our maximum capacity is 200 guests for a cocktail-style reception. For a seated reception, up to 152 guests fit comfortably. Larger seated events can sometimes be accommodated with creative floor plans. Ask us, and we'll walk through options together.
02What is your weather backup plan for outdoor ceremonies?
If the weather turns, ceremonies are typically moved indoors to our climate-controlled reception space. We'll work with you to choose the best indoor layout for your ceremony and the order of the day.
Couples who want to stay outdoors no matter what are welcome to bring in a tent or other coverage.
03Is there a curfew or noise restriction?
All events conclude by 11:00 PM. To stay in compliance with local sound ordinances, music ends by 10:00 PM, which leaves time for guests to depart and the day to wind down without a rush.
Vendors, Catering & Bar
Open vendor policy. Bring the team you love, on a few simple terms.
01Do you require in-house catering, or can we bring our own?
We don't offer in-house catering. You're welcome to choose any caterer you like. If you'd prefer recommendations, we keep a list of local caterers we've worked with and trust — but it's optional, never required.
02Do you allow alcohol?
Yes. Alcohol is welcome at Cedar Hills Farm. It just has to be served by a licensed and insured bartender. We'll need proof of licensing and insurance before the event, and we're happy to point you toward bartenders our couples have loved.
03Can we choose our own wedding vendors?
Yes. Our vendor policy is open. The only requirement is that any bartender serving alcohol must be licensed and insured.
If you'd like recommendations for caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, or coordinators, just ask. Our list is optional, and there's no preferred-vendor markup.
Pricing & Inclusions
Honest numbers, what comes with the rate, and what doesn't.
01How much does it cost to book your wedding venue?
Pricing varies by month and by day of the week. Peak months and Saturdays are at the top of the range; non-peak weekdays are at the friendlier end.
02What is included when we book the venue?
Your booking includes exclusive access to the property from 9:00 AM–11:00 PM, indoor and outdoor event spaces, bridal and groom's suites, ceremony seating, reception tables and chairs, elegant lighting and draping, courtyard access, kitchen access, décor and signage pieces, and the flexibility to choose your own vendors.
03Are there any hidden fees or additional taxes we should know about?
No hidden fees. Our rental fee is all-in and includes applicable taxes. The price on our pricing page is your final venue rental cost.
To officially secure a date, we require a signed agreement and a 50% downpayment. The downpayment is non‑refundable; the remaining balance is due thirty days before the wedding.
Two refundable deposits are also required at that thirty‑day mark: a $250 cleaning deposit and a $500 damage deposit. Both are returned after the wedding if the space is left clean and undamaged.
Come stand in the barn,
ask anything.
The best questions are the ones you ask in person, standing on the ceremony lawn or inside the barn, picturing your people there. Reach out and we'll set up a tour.
Walk the land,
ask anything.
The best way to know if Cedar Hills Farm is your place is to come stand in the barn.
Schedule a Tour