Friday, September 23, 2011

Laurelwood

We spent 3 days at Laurelwood, a 250 acre property on top of Signal Mountain near Chattanooga, Tennessee. The mountain has an elevation of 2300-2600 feet above sea level making it about 10 degrees cooler than the city below the mountain. The property is used as a wedding venue and is well suited to that task. Spring and fall weddings are the most popular.

The extensive perennial gardens feature changing bloom displays through the growing season. The gardens cover several acres and provide a terrific background for wedding photographs. Koi fish are a feature of the small pond with fountain. The nearby small lake has azaleas, ornamental grass, and perennials which provide another background for photographs. Rare flowering trees and shrubs give structure to the gardens.

The main building functions as a home for the owners at one end. The other side of the building is a huge 40x80 foot cathedral like space which is available for weddings, receptions, and dancing. Chandeliers, a pipe organ, handicapped rest rooms and kitchen facilities are available in the main building. Sheltering porches are available for dining.

The bridal cottage is available for the wedding party before the event. There is a pavilion nearby that overlooks pasture featuring a herd of llamas. The pavilion is ideal for viewing the llamas and for use as a beverage station.

The most interesting venue is available for rent. Contact Larry Bannier at 423-949-5511 or Email info@laurelwoodweddings.com for inquires. The property can be viewed by appointment. Visit them on the web at http://www.laurelwoodweddings.com/ to see great photos of the property.




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