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 Winston-Salem, NC, 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 Winston-Salem, NC. 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 Winston-Salem, NC. 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 Winston-Salem, NC, 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 Winston-Salem, NC- Toccoa House Properties.
706-633-0141WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education has approved the calendar for the 2024-25 school year.The first day for students will be Monday, August 12, 2024, and the last day will be Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Students will be off for Winter break between Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, and Friday, Jan. 3, 2025.Top StoriesGet the latest news stories of interest by ...
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The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education has approved the calendar for the 2024-25 school year.
The first day for students will be Monday, August 12, 2024, and the last day will be Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Students will be off for Winter break between Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, and Friday, Jan. 3, 2025.
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A state law about the school calendar reads:
Local boards of education shall determine the dates of opening and closing the public schools under subdivision (a)(1) of this section. Except for year-round schools, the opening date for students shall be no earlier than the Monday closest to August 26, and the closing date for students shall be no later than the Friday closest to June 11. On a showing of good cause, the State Board of Education may waive the requirement that the opening date for students be no earlier than the Monday closest to August 26 and may allow the local board of education to set an opening date no earlier than the Monday closest to August 19, to the extent that school calendars are able to provide sufficient days to accommodate anticipated makeup days due to school closings. A local board may revise the scheduled closing date if necessary in order to comply with the minimum requirements for instructional days or instructional time. For purposes of this subsection, the term "good cause" means that schools in any local school administrative unit in a county have been closed eight days per year during any four of the last 10 years because of severe weather conditions, energy shortages, power failures, or other emergency situations.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —Five people are displaced after a fire in Winston-Salem on Wednesday, according to the fire department.Top StoriesGet the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereThe Winston-Salem Fire Department said firefighters responded to a residential fire, around 5:20 p.m. Firefighters said i...
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Five people are displaced after a fire in Winston-Salem on Wednesday, according to the fire department.
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The Winston-Salem Fire Department said firefighters responded to a residential fire, around 5:20 p.m. Firefighters said it happened on the 200 block of Quail Drive, off Rural Hall Road.
There are no human injuries reported.
One pet was unconscious but given oxygen, the department said.
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INCIDENT UPDATE - Residential fire in the 200 block of Quail Dr. No injuries. Five persons displaced. Provided oxygen to an unconscious pet. #WSFire pic.twitter.com/rLv6I6ANp9
— Winston-Salem FD (@cityofwsfire) February 21, 2024
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INCIDENT ALERT - Crews are on the scene of a residential fire in the 200 block of Quail Dr. Fire attack in progress. #WSFire pic.twitter.com/SV0iASCqWD
— Winston-Salem FD (@cityofwsfire) February 21, 2024
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So far, firefighters have not said if anyone was at home when the fire started.
This is an ongoing investigation, and WXII 12 will provide updates.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —Winston-Salem is getting a professional soccer team!Salem City FC, a new USL League Two club, will join the fourth tier of professional soccer in the United States starting in May 2024. The USL League Two season will run from May through the beginning of August.Top StoriesGet the latest news stories of interest by ...
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Winston-Salem is getting a professional soccer team!
Salem City FC, a new USL League Two club, will join the fourth tier of professional soccer in the United States starting in May 2024. The USL League Two season will run from May through the beginning of August.
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A spokesperson for the club said that their goal is to climb up the ranks to the next tier of professional soccer as soon as possible and provide a year-round soccer experience for the community.
Salem City FC has a rich history and tradition that dates back to the Carolina Dynamo, one of the most successful teams in the USL League Two.
The Carolina Dynamo was founded in 1993 and won four national championships, six conference titles, and nine division titles. In 2018, the Carolina Dynamo merged with NC Fusion, a new merger between Greensboro Soccer Club and the Twin City Soccer Association, to form a comprehensive soccer organization that serves players of all ages and levels.
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NC Fusion continued the legacy of the Carolina Dynamo by competing in the USL League Two and developing top talent for the professional ranks. NC Fusion continued the winning legacy with four conference titles, four division titles, and one national final appearance.
In 2023, a private group took over the reins and rebranded its USL League Two team as Salem City FC, a name that reflects the club's connection to Winston-Salem, the City of Arts and Innovation. Salem City FC aims to be a positive force in the community, promoting soccer as a vehicle for social change and youth development.
In order to see more about Salem City FC, visit their website.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —If you saw a fire in Winston-Salem, it have been because the North Carolina Forest Service is conducting a prescribed burn.The historic Reynolda area in Forsyth County saw flames and smoke on Thursday, Feb. 15, and possibly Friday, Feb. 16, according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.Top StoriesGet the latest news stories of interest by ...
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If you saw a fire in Winston-Salem, it have been because the North Carolina Forest Service is conducting a prescribed burn.
The historic Reynolda area in Forsyth County saw flames and smoke on Thursday, Feb. 15, and possibly Friday, Feb. 16, according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
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Firefighters covered 14 acres to minimize the effects of invasive species. For example, the department said, trees of heaven, overgrown weeds, and "undesirable grass" damage some wildlife species' habitat in the meadow.
The burn began roughly around 11 a.m. and took about 45 minutes to complete, firefighters tell WXII. N.C Forest Service resources remained onsite following the burn to monitor the area.
The forest service carefully planned this Reynolda burn. There are specific ways the service manages that, including fuel parameters and weather conditions.
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Winston-Salem Fire, Forsyth County Fire Marshals Office, Wake Forest University, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will assist with the prescribed burning operation.
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By BROOKLYN BROWNOne Feather ReporterWINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – On the evening of Monday, March 11 in Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum in Winston-Salem, N.C., the (#3) Lady Braves basketball team defeated (#1) Mountain Heritage, earning the title of North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) 1A Western Regional Champions, with a final score of 64 -51. The Lady Braves will face (#3) East Columbus on Friday, March 15 in the same arena for the NCHSAA...
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – On the evening of Monday, March 11 in Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum in Winston-Salem, N.C., the (#3) Lady Braves basketball team defeated (#1) Mountain Heritage, earning the title of North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) 1A Western Regional Champions, with a final score of 64 -51. The Lady Braves will face (#3) East Columbus on Friday, March 15 in the same arena for the NCHSAA 1A State Championship.
In Wake Forest University’s arena, LJVM Coliseum, the Lady Braves entered a big stage. The bright lights and collegiate court amped up the pressure of the regional championship, but the Lady Braves stepped onto the court with confidence, and the Lady Braves’ fans packed the arena like it was their own, as to be expected.
The tone was set early, as Lady Braves Head Coach Ann Gardner reiterated in the NCHSAA post-game press conference.
“They came out from start to finish with a defensive presence that set the tone for the game. All year long we’ve put such an emphasis on buying in to our defensive pressure. We know that’s kind of where our bread is buttered,” Coach Gardner said.
“A lot of times this year we haven’t been able to press the entire game, but here lately we’ve been able to work on it and keep our stamina up and create some offense off of our defense.”
The Lady Braves led early with a score of 20-8 in the first quarter, forcing turnovers and dominating the boards at the onset. With defense locked down, the offense seemed to come easy, with the Lady Braves knocking down two clean three-pointers early from Sr. (#12) Loshi Ward and Fr. (#10) Daisee Fourkiller-Raby, shooting “lights out” as Mountain Heritage Head Coach Susie Shelton noted in the post-game press conference.
Fourkiller-Raby had an impressive game coming off the bench, tying with Sr. (#23) Creedon Arch with 10 points, following lead scorer Jr. (#32) Whitney Rogers who scored 17 points.
Fourkiller-Raby hit a three at the buzzer to send the Lady Braves into halftime leading 37-22.
In the second half, the Lady Braves continued to play with composure, making the most of their lead and maintaining the pace they set, which is a pace most teams cannot keep up with.
Along with speed, depth on the bench is one of the strengths of the dynamic Lady Braves team, “We have depth all the way down. I feel comfortable putting anybody in at any time. The games that we’ve had this year have afforded me an opportunity to play a lot of bodies, so they get used to that time and that running and being able to contribute in many ways. It’s just a credit to them and their effort,” Coach Gardner said.
Soph. (#4) Dvdaya Swimmer appreciates the dependability of her teammates, whom she has played with for as long as she can remember. “I think playing together for so long, all of us playing together since we were peewees, there’s just a trust that we have in each other. For anybody coming in, we just know that they’re all going to step up and feel the shoes that they’ve replaced on the floor.”
Coach Gardner credits Cherokee basketball youth programs for creating a culture of success to carry into high school, and now to a state championship game. “They bought into what it means to be a Lady Braves basketball player. And this is not just me, this started in youth. This is a style of play that they’ve been playing since they were little kids, and I credit the youth programs all the way up to the time I get them.”
Behind the Lady Braves is a community who has raised them, a nation of people known as Aniyvwiya, the Principal People. This is an aspect of the Lady Braves’ success not lost on Coach Gardner and her team, “We have a tremendous fan base. They’re like our sixth man and they make every court, no matter where it is, a home court advantage for us. They’re family. They help pick us up when we get down, and they’re there to shout at us and get us right back into it. These girls play for them, they play for their tribe and there’s nothing sweeter.”
The Lady Braves will be competing Friday on the state championship stage for the first time since 1998. They will have a chance at winning the state championship for the second time in school history, following the 1995-96 state champions. The stage is big, but as Swimmer said, they are used to stepping up.