Your wedding day is one of the most significant events you will ever experience - one that will be ingrained in your mind and treasured for decades. On this day, friends and family gather to celebrate the next steps in your life. Photographers run to and fro, snapping what seems to be a million different pictures. Caterers plate the carefully selected foods you've chosen for everyone to enjoy. DJs set the mood for an unforgettable night of celebration and libation while guests, new and old, dance the night away.
And while you and your lifelong partner will undoubtedly be at the center of attention, your wedding venue is the hub for all the exciting activity around you.
The truth is that your wedding venue is an extension of the qualities that make you and your spouse special. It helps capture your uniqueness and is often paramount to an incredible wedding. But without the right wedding location and staff, the biggest moment of your life may be unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. Fortunately, at Toccoa House Properties, you'll never have to worry about unremarkable ceremony spots or uncomfortable areas where your wedding party must wait.
Like a hidden gem, Toccoa House Properties lies deep within the mountains of Blue Ridge, GA. Here, soon-to-be-married couples and their guests can enjoy 17 acres of pristine private property in a storybook setting with river views and manicured meadows.
This highly sought-after wedding venue comes with a host of features and amenities, including:
If you've been searching for a wedding venue that epitomizes beauty, relaxation, comfort, and convenience, look no further than Toccoa House Properties.
As a wedding venue in Blue Ridge for couples in Albany, GA, Toccoa House Properties is simply magical, where the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains meets the country-chic vibes of modern Appalachia. It has a distinctly custom-built feel, and for good reason. Nearly every inch of the property - from the luxurious cabins within walking distance of one another to the heated pool and more - was purpose-built for exceptional events, like weddings in Blue Ridge.
It all started when Oregonian Greg Spencer initially discovered the Blue Ridge area on a backpacking trip to the Cohutta Wilderness in the 1980s. A short time later, enamored of the area, Greg embarked on a land-purchasing mission that led him to 17 acres of undeveloped acreage. Amazed by the beauty of the Toccoa River and the inspiring views of the surrounding mountains, Greg wasted no time in securing what is now known as Toccoa House Properties.
Today, Toccoa House Properties exists as a one-of-a-kind, highly sought-after event space and wedding venue. As a family-owned and operated business, we take pride in putting on fairytale weddings for you and your guests. In fact, our unique location and commitment to personalized wedding services are what separate us from other wedding venues in North Georgia.
Simply put, we aren't afraid to go "above and beyond" for wedding clients. If you need assistance or advice, you can rest easy knowing that our team will answer your calls - not an automated answering machine or third-party service.
Here at Toccoa House Properties, we do things a little differently than other wedding venues in North Georgia. Unlike most, we own the land that so many brides and grooms have used for their destination weddings. We designed and built each of the luxury cabins you'll find onsite, where you and your wedding party can rest, relax, and reminisce. Plus, we personally manage the day-to-day needs of our wedding clients.
On your big day, our ultimate goal is to exceed your expectations through personalized service, outstanding amenities, and the peace of mind knowing that your needs are our priority. When your wedding takes place at Toccoa House Properties, you're the apple of our eye, no questions asked.
Here are just a few of the most popular reasons why guests choose Toccoa House Properties as their wedding venue in Georgia, along with some helpful tips from our seasoned wedding venue staff:
When it comes to venue size and versatility, few wedding locations can match Toccoa House Properties. That's because we provide an alluring mix of outdoor and indoor ceremony and reception options spread across 17+ acres of beauty. Whether you want to recite your vows in the tranquility of our chapel or say "I Do" with golden hour river views, we can accommodate you. With more than 1,000 feet of Toccoa River frontage, lush meadows, rustic walking trails, and more, having a storybook wedding in the mountains is easy, like Sunday morning.
Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite teammates from your high school soccer team. Your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Toccoa House Properties is equipped for weddings of various sizes and themes. Whether you want a quaint wedding with only your best friends or a larger ceremony, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.
On your special day, chances are family and friends will be traveling to celebrate with you. These folks will need lodging both during and after your wedding. And if we're being honest, ease of accessibility is an important factor when choosing a wedding venue in Blue Ridge for couples in Albany, GA. With six custom-built cabins, all within walking distance of one another, getting a good night's rest is easy when your wedding party stays at Toccoa House Properties. Need an offsite hotel or vacation rental? Blue Ridge, GA, is known for its charming and unique lodging options, many of which are only a few miles from our wedding space.
When you contact our wedding coordinator to schedule a tour, make sure to ask about the fun and exciting cabin amenities we have. From pool tables to hot tubs and more, your wedding will be more than just memorable: it'll be downright fun!
Toccoa House Properties takes pride in having one of the friendliest and most accessible teams in the industry. We assign a dedicated point of contact who can assist you with any queries regarding timelines, preferred vendors, or any other aspect of your wedding. Our goal is for you to feel fully informed and confident when you visit our Blue Ridge wedding venue for the first time so you can make an educated purchasing decision.
When you and your spouse celebrate your anniversary a decade from now, you will look back at your wedding photos and reminisce about the wonderful moments you shared at Toccoa House Properties. We understand the importance of preserving these memories, and as such, work closely with you and your photographer to suggest unique and beautiful photo locations on our grounds. From waterfront walks along the Toccoa River to poses in front of our lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from.
Need a little help choosing a local photographer for your wedding? As a popular wedding destination, we have had the pleasure of working with many talented photographers over the years. Through our experience, we have curated a list of preferred photographers who are familiar with our venue and have the skills to capture your special day beautifully.
We encourage you to check us out on Instagram and Facebook to see the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.
When it comes to the decor for your wedding, it's likely that you have some ideas already in mind. We're thrilled when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because we take joy in bringing that vision to life. At Toccoa House Properties, we're happy to assist you and your decorator accent, fit, and accommodate your dream wedding. Looking for some artificial floral arrangements? Need a specific type of centerpiece? Contact our office today to learn more about how we can help.
If you'd like to supply your own greenery, florals, lighting, and more, we suggest that you discuss your ideas with us when you tour our wedding venue. That way, we can get a head start on accommodating your needs.
When asked to give feedback, guests cite our variety package options as a big reason for choosing our wedding venue in Blue Ridge for couples in Albany, GA. We know that all couples will have different needs and budgets. That's why we offer a range of choices, from all-inclusive packages with lodging for 50 guests and complete access to Toccoa House Properties to Micro Packages with Vegas-inspired ceremonies that last an hour.
While we would be honored if you chose Toccoa House Properties as your wedding venue in Blue Ridge, we must admit that we're true romantics at heart. At the end of the day, we want your wedding to be the very best that it can be - which is why we're happy to provide some time-tested tips for selecting a location for your wedding.
When selecting a venue for your wedding, it's important to take into account the overall look and atmosphere you wish to achieve. Your chosen wedding style will determine which venues are most suitable for you and your partner.
What time of the year do you want to get married? Once you have an idea of a season, like fall or spring, come up with a list of potential of wedding venues in Blue Ridge, GA, like Toccoa House Properties.
One of the most important steps involved in choosing a wedding venue is to tour the space. Don't be afraid to ask pertinent questions. If the venue manager seems like they have better things to do than answer your questions, look elsewhere.
Once you narrow down your wedding venue choices, consider the amenities and services the venue offers. Be sure to weigh what they offer against your needs and budget to further narrow down your choices.
If you think your guests will hate a particular wedding venue location, why consider it in the first place? Choosing a destination - like Toccoa House Properties - that is within a short driving distance of grocery stores and restaurants is almost always better than a hard-to-access venue.
Do yourself a favor and check out the wedding venue's Google reviews and reviews on other platforms. You can also ask for opinions from people you trust, like friends and family members. Don't be afraid to reach out directly to people who have used the wedding venue previously. A wedding venue in Blue Ridge for couples in Albany, GA, should be excited to show you their online reviews. If you notice a disparaging review, try asking the owner of the wedding venue to explain their side of the story before writing them off completely.
Try coming up with a list of pros and cons of each wedding venue that you're considering. Doing so can help you whittle your list down to one or two choices. Remember to trust your gut throughout this process. If you've come down to two choices, and something about one of the venues rubbed you the wrong way, it's probably for a reason.
Once you've settled on a wedding venue, it's time to book! As most wedding venues will tell you, try booking your venue at least a year before your wedding is set to take place. Doing so will give you plenty of time to plan. If you need help preparing, don't be afraid to work with a professional wedding planner to make your life easier.
When it comes to tying the knot with your soon-to-be spouse, there's a lot on your plate to consider. Choosing the right wedding space can mean the difference between the wedding of your dreams and an experience you'd like to forget. With six fully-furnished cabins, 17 acres of natural beauty, an array of outdoor activities, a quarter mile of Toccoa River frontage, and much more, there's no better option than our wedding venue in Blue Ridge for couples in Albany, GA- Toccoa House Properties.
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Officials in Albany are pushing back against the Trump administration’s decision to shut down the nationwide Job Corps program.The program was created during the 1960s and provides low-income students with housing, education and career training.A statement last week from the U.S. Department of Labor said Job Corps was financially challenged and rife with reports of violence and drug use.“A startling number of serious incident reports and our in-depth fiscal analysis reveal the program is no longer achieving t...
Officials in Albany are pushing back against the Trump administration’s decision to shut down the nationwide Job Corps program.
The program was created during the 1960s and provides low-income students with housing, education and career training.
A statement last week from the U.S. Department of Labor said Job Corps was financially challenged and rife with reports of violence and drug use.
“A startling number of serious incident reports and our in-depth fiscal analysis reveal the program is no longer achieving the intended outcomes that students deserve,” said Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer.
But Albany Mayor Bo Dorough on Tuesday defended the program, which employs about 500 students and 300 staff members in the Albany area.
Those students and staff, who come from throughout the Southeast, now face the abrupt end of their jobs.
“I see these notices about the problems at the Job Corps facilities throughout the country,” Dorough said. “And you know it’s just a hatchet job because it ignores the thousands, the tens of thousands of success stories.”
He said that students have been told to leave their dormitories by next Friday, a move he called “inhumane.”
Albany City Commissioner Jon Howard, whose ward includes the program’s 128-acre campus just east of downtown, said many of its residents don’t have anywhere else to live.
“It’s time to put personalities to the side and think what is the best for those students that are homeless and where can they go,” Howard said. “There’s a huge liability risk with students or anybody that we have to stay in town.”
Former students and staff members of the Albany complex, which is called Turner Job Corps, have expressed their sadness and disappointment in hundreds of comments on social media.
“It is a tragic, unfortunate and wrong-headed decision to close the facility down,” Dorough said. “The decision was made without any deliberation.”
The closure is another blow for Southwest Georgia, coming weeks after Georgia-Pacific announced that it will close its containerboard mill in Early County, ending about 500 jobs.
A Job Corps center in Brunswick also is slated for closure.
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - An Albany attorney is named in formal complaints by the State Bar of Georgia, alleging probable cause that he committed three separate ethics violations.WALB has all 145 pages in the three documents filed with the Supreme Court of Georgia, outlining alleged disciplinary violations of Georgia ethical rules of professional conduct by Attorney Joe Durham. Two petitions were filed in November 2024 and another in April 2025.The first petition, filed on November 15, 2024, alleges Durham sent a letter to a family ...
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - An Albany attorney is named in formal complaints by the State Bar of Georgia, alleging probable cause that he committed three separate ethics violations.
WALB has all 145 pages in the three documents filed with the Supreme Court of Georgia, outlining alleged disciplinary violations of Georgia ethical rules of professional conduct by Attorney Joe Durham. Two petitions were filed in November 2024 and another in April 2025.
The first petition, filed on November 15, 2024, alleges Durham sent a letter to a family he was suing for defamation on behalf of his client, who alleges they had they had created a GoFundMe account implying his client had a mental disorder.
The petition states the letter “threatened to publicize scandalous allegations” unless the family paid him $250,000. The petition says the letter stated he had “also filed a Motion to have all of the (family’s) phones and other electronic devices downloaded for the purpose of forensic inspection.” But the petition states Durham had not filed such a motion at that time.
The petition claims Durham falsified two affidavits on behalf of two other clients against the family.
That petition concludes “aggravating factors…that would show the appropriate discipline is disbarment.”
The second petition relates to a viral video that circulated on social media. The petition describes it as showing a confrontation between two men on different boats on Lake Eufaula in March of 2023.
During an argument between the two, one of the men claims to be a professional fisherman.
“You can tell everybody that Ryan Ingram came up on you so you can either leave...”
According to the petition, that is Durham, pretending to be Ryan Ingram. The petition says Durham later posted an apology video online, but also allegedly threatened to initiate legal action against anyone who shared the video.
Durham did file a legal complaint against a man who shared the video but later dropped it.
The petition accuses Durham of “disturbing behavior including profanity and physical threats toward an angler…”
In conclusion the petition states “...the State Bar prays that (Durham) be appropriately disciplined.”
The third petition and the most recent, filed in April 2,2025, pertains to a medical malpractice lawsuit regarding a wrongful death that settled for $1.5 million.
The petition claims Durham “…was ‘kiting’ with that settlement money to pay old obligations, when he should have been holding the other client’s money in trust all along."
WALB did confirm with the Supreme Court of Georgia that these petitions and evidence are still pending and waiting the appointment of a Special Master.
A Special Master is the one who makes a report and recommendation for disciplinary proceedings to the State Supreme Court.
Former Attorney Jo Carol Nesset-Sale served as Special Master in 2024.
Nesset-Sale said, “We better have the objective of keeping the legal system filled with attorneys who have integrity, who have competence, who have the best interest of clients at heart. Because if not and a complaint is made. We will find you, we will gather the evidence to show these violations of rules that you have and we will hold you accountable. Even at times taking the very license that you worked hard to get.”
WALB did receive a statement from Joe Durham’s attorney Lester Tate. It reads in full:
“Joe Durham Junior has been a member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia for over 20 years. During that time he has faithfully and effectively represented his clients and served his community. It costs nothing to file a Bar complaint. Even individuals who have no connection to a lawyer or a case in which the lawyer is involved can file a complaint. That doesn’t mean those complaints have merit or are truthful. Lawyers are frequent targets of such allegations because any case that is tried has a winner and a loser. Fortunately, the State Bar has a process for hearing and deciding complaints. We look forward to defending against those claims in that forum, instead of through news or social media.”
Lester Tate, Joe Durham’s attorney
Durham is able to continue practicing law, as the judicial process could take longer than a year.
WALB will continue to follow this process and report updates on air and online.
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ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - At least 24 people were assisted by the American Red Cross after a major apartment fire at the Whispering Pines Apartments in Albany on Saturday, June 7.The Red Cross arrived at the scene to assist those impacted after the Albany Fire Department (AFD) contained the blaze.Story continues below video:According to the Red Cross, at least 13 units were affected. By Sunday afternoon, the Red Cross had helped 15 adults and nine children. The Red Cross said that this number could grow.&...
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - At least 24 people were assisted by the American Red Cross after a major apartment fire at the Whispering Pines Apartments in Albany on Saturday, June 7.
The Red Cross arrived at the scene to assist those impacted after the Albany Fire Department (AFD) contained the blaze.
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According to the Red Cross, at least 13 units were affected. By Sunday afternoon, the Red Cross had helped 15 adults and nine children. The Red Cross said that this number could grow.
“This is the worst day in some people’s lives,” said Jay Lawrence with the American Red Cross.
The Red Cross said that volunteers were on the scene to help coordinate emergency aid to those affected.
“So, volunteers show up. They provide direct financial assistance. It’s not a lot of money, but it’s enough to get them by for the next 48 hours. They can use it for whatever they need,” Lawrence said.
The Red Cross provided comfort kits, direct client assistance, and recovery planning to the families to meet their disaster-caused needs.
Within the next 48 hours, each household affected by the fire will receive a call from a Red Cross case worker to discuss a recovery plan.
“So, that means working with them to call all the people they need, call the utility companies, things like that. And also referring them to other agencies that can help them. They provide clothing, furniture, whatever they need,” Lawrence said.
“Every eight minutes, the Red Cross responds to a disaster, the majority of which are home fires. That’s why the American Red Cross launched the nationwide Home Fire Campaign in 2014, which aims to reduce home fire deaths and injuries by 25 percent,” said the Red Cross in the release.
According to the Red Cross, since October 2014, the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign with community partners has saved at least 2,393 lives, including 255 in Georgia, by educating families about fire safety, helping them create escape plans, and installing free smoke alarms in high-risk areas across the country.
To learn more about the campaign and how to get involved, click here.
The cause of the fire is still unknown.
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ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Hundreds of students and employees at Albany’s Turner Job Corps Center will be forced to move on. The transition is part of recent cutbacks by the Trump administration.On Thursday, May 29, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that they will begin a “phased pause” of operations at some Job Corps centers across the country.Job Corps Centers provide residents with job training and pathways to success. The Turner Job Corps Center here in Albany is one of the facilities impacted by President ...
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Hundreds of students and employees at Albany’s Turner Job Corps Center will be forced to move on. The transition is part of recent cutbacks by the Trump administration.
On Thursday, May 29, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that they will begin a “phased pause” of operations at some Job Corps centers across the country.
Job Corps Centers provide residents with job training and pathways to success. The Turner Job Corps Center here in Albany is one of the facilities impacted by President Trump’s budget proposal.
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“Many of these kids have been in foster care, many have been high school dropouts, and many are trying to get their lives together. But this takes that away. Turner Job Center was one of those places that helped them move forward,” said King Randall, a former Turner Job Corps volunteer.
WALB has learned that the 510 students currently enrolled at Turner will have to vacate the center as early as next week. Nearly 20% of those 510 students are homeless. Additionally, 271 employees at Turner Job Corps Center will be without a job by June 30. Job Corps closings will impact over 12,500 employees nationwide.
“The city will probably find housing for some of them to go in,” said City Commissioner Jon Howard. “Then, we have a lot of jobs in the city and in the county. We can absorb some of those individuals. You know, they can go through some training. If they have administrative experience, anything like that, we can help a few of them.”
The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce and the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission issued a joint statement on how they plan to help those impacted by this closure. The statement reads in part:
“In preparation for potential changes to operations, the Albany Area Chamber and the EDC are working collaboratively to compile a list of local resources for current students and staff who may remain in the Albany area beyond the June 30th transition. These resources will include job placement support, opportunities for resume and interview assistance, mental health service options, and other forms of community-based aid.”
The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce and the EDC
WALB has reached out to Turner Job Corps for an interview. They declined stating that all media requests are being deferred to the Office of Public Affairs with the Department of Labor.
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