Frequently Asked Questions About the Honeysuckle Hills Wedding Venue
What kinds of weddings does Honeysuckle Hills offer?
The Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue in Pigeon Forge, TN, specializes in intimate elopements for 30 guests or fewer for couples who place the highest priority on their wedding photos, privacy, and southern hospitality. The owner, Regina, also hosts weddings with receptions for 30 to 50 guests. Her venue is the perfect place for couples and their families to enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains in a private, cottage garden setting. The all-inclusive wedding packages at Honeysuckle Hills makes planning extremely easy with less stress.
Where is the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue located?
Honeysuckle Hills is conveniently located only three miles from traffic light #10 in Pigeon Forge, TN, at 934 Mill Creek Road. The venue is far enough away from the main parkway for more privacy, but within 15 minutes tof tourist attractions, restaurants, hotels, and lodging.
What days does Honeysuckle Hills host weddings?
Honeysuckle Hills hosts weddings on Wednesdays through Saturdays. The venue is closed on Sundays and Mondays, and Tuesdays are set aside for cleaning, maintenance and gardening. No weddings take place on Thanksgiving or Christmas. Some wedding packages may not be available on peak wedding dates.
What time does Honeysuckle Hills close?
Honeysuckle Hills closes at dark for elopement weddings without a reception. Honeysuckle Hills closes at 10:00pm for weddings with a reception during the months of April through October.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue include a planner and coordinator?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills includes a reputable and experienced planner and coordinator for all its wedding offerings. Regina is the venue owner, planner, coordinator, and sometimes even the photographer. She and her family live on the property and take great pride in offering a more personalized wedding experience. She will work with you from start to finish, and it’s not uncommon to develop a close bond and friendship with her. Additionally, Abi with Willow Mae Weddings assists as a coordinator, especially for dates in which Regina is unavailable. (Regina only hosts a certain number of weddings each week in order to provide the highest quality of hosting possible.)
What services does the wedding coordinator provide at Honeysuckle Hills?
Your day-of-wedding coordinator at Honeysuckle Hills will set up wedding chairs provided by the venue if needed, greet your guests and tell them when to be seated, and line up the wedding party and tell them when and where to walk. She will create and implement your itinerary and do her best to keep your event on time. If your package does not include a DJ, she will play ceremony music on a bluetooth speaker provided by the venue. Honeysuckle Hills does not have a full sound system, but the bluetooth speaker typically is all you need for an elopement. Some wedding packages include set-up of wedding decor that can be lifted by hand (guest book, silk flowers, signs, etc.)
Is wedding decor included at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
The Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue is always “wedding ready,” decorated in a pleasing, simplistic fashion. Greenery adorns the granite stone arch and a garland with white flowers sits atop the wooden arbor called Creekside Ridge. White florals and country, historical accents are sprinkled throughout, including centerpieces in the reception area. The seasonal flower gardens and hardscapes pull together a charming wedding aesthetic that encourages guests to linger. Honeysuckle Hills is especially designed for couples who want an easy, uncomplicated way to get married in the Smoky Mountains.
Couples who book a package with enough time are welcome to bring along personal decor such as a guest book, favors, pictures, or signs. The coordinator will set up these items for you as described in your wedding contract.
Couples who wish to fully transform the venue into their own dreamscape are referred to an outside vendor who offers their own individual decorating packages. A full day’s booking is required for extensive decorating. This option is rare at Honeysuckle Hills and not typical of their brand.
Does Honeysuckle Hills provide additional wedding arbors or rentals?
Honeysuckle Hills refers its couples to outside vendors such as Marsh Made Designs and Custom Love Gifts and Events to rent uniquely shaped arbors such as hexagons, triangles, horns, and crosses. Most couples are fully pleased with the permanent options already in place at Honeysuckle Hills such as the wooden arbor and granite stone arch, or they prefer an unobstructed, organic view at the mountain meadow.
Is a rehearsal included with weddings at Honeysuckle Hills?
A one hour rehearsal is included on a day before the wedding at Honeysuckle Hills if you book three hours or more of venue time. This rehearsal includes the entire wedding party.
A thirty minute walk through is provided on a day before the wedding for the Intimate Elopement package at Honeysuckle Hills to go over the wedding details and choose the ceremony site. This meeting is for the wedding couple and up to four more people.
The Simply the Ceremony and Sign and Go packages at Honeysuckle Hills do not include a walk though or rehearsal on a day before the wedding, but there is a 15 minute “meet and greet” to go over the wedding details just prior to the ceremony.
Does Honeysuckle Hills host more than one wedding at a time?
No, Honeysuckle Hills does not host multiple weddings at the same time. There are multiple ceremony locations to choose from at Honeysuckle Hills, but there will be no other wedding or event happening at the same time as yours. Depending on the wedding package you book there may be more than one wedding that day, but never at the same time.
Is an appointment required to tour the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
Yes, an appointment is required to tour the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue. It is recommended that you schedule your tour as far in advance as possible, especially during the months of April through October which is wedding season in the Smokies.
Does Honeysuckle Hills offer walk-in weddings?
Honeysuckle Hills prefers to schedule all weddings and events because they are not usually able to accommodate walk-ins. The level of service and wedding atmosphere at the venue is best suited for those who plan in advance.
Is the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue pet friendly?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills is a pet friendly wedding venue and you are welcome to bring your dog with you. Our insurance company requires all pet owners to sign a waiver of liability, but your pet is welcome both indoors and outdoors.
Is Honeysuckle Hills handicap accessible?
Most areas at Honeysuckle Hills are handicap accessible with exception to the dressing areas and wedding chapel upstairs in the barn. The only way to reach the chapel and dressing areas is by walking up a flight of steps. There is a handicap accessible restroom downstairs.
What is the most popular wedding package at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
The most popular wedding package at Honeysuckle Hills is the all-inclusive Intimate Elopement, because it includes all the traditional aspects of a wedding at the most affordable cost. It offers a place to get dressed, a wedding coordinator, officiant, and a designated time to use the venue for wedding photos. It’s priced both with and without a recommended wedding photographer.
Is there a military or first responder discount at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills offers a military discount for both active or retired military couples as well as active or retired first responders. A first responder is considered anyone who works in an emergency room, a paramedic, police officer, deputy sheriff or paid or volunteer firefighter. Thank you for your service to our country and community!
Is a marriage license required to get married at Honeysuckle Hills?
Yes, a Tennessee marriage license is required to become legally married during a ceremony at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue. The marriage license must be from the state of Tennessee specifically. A marriage license is not required for a vow renewal.
Who will officiate my wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
Honeysuckle Hills offers a list of officiants to choose from including males, females, Christian, Civil, and those who welcome the LGBTQ community with open arms.
Can I use my own wedding officiant at Honeysuckle Hills?
Yes, you are always welcome to use your own wedding officiant at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue. The cost of the officiant will be deducted from your all-inclusive package, or the officiant simply won’t be included in a custom wedding package. When using your own officiant, it is up to you to ensure your officiant has the qualifications to make your marriage legal.
What are the ceremony location options at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
There are multiple ceremony locations to choose from at Honeysuckle Hills including their famous willow tree with string lights and lanterns, a granite stone arch, a wooden arbor nestled alongside a creek, a seasonal wildflower meadow with a mountain view, a mountain adventure site at the top of their pasture, a traditional wedding chapel and a creekside, open-air pavilion.
Non-traditional couples without guests have chosen areas like standing in the creek or atop a hill in the pasture at Honeysuckle Hills called the mountain adventure site.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue have a back up plan in case it rains?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills has two different back-up ceremony locations in case it rains. The traditional wedding chapel upstairs and the open-air, creekside pavilion are ready at a moment’s notice in the event of rain.
Where can couples take wedding photographs at the Honeysuckle Hills venue?
Honeysuckle Hills in Pigeon Forge, TN, is famous for their multiple locations for wedding photographs. Photographers enjoy using their willow tree, creek areas, seasonal wildflower gardens, swing in a sycamore tree, horses, a 1950 Ford truck, a miniature pond waterfall, a long bridge with iron willow tree accents, a hobbit house, antique rock steps connected to the red barn, two different chandeliers, a small rock wall accent, and mountain meadow views. There are even areas to use if it’s raining, including a balcony area, open-air creekside pavilion and a window with wooden shutters.
How far apart are the photography locations and ceremony sites at Honeysuckle Hills?
Most of the ceremony sites and photography locations at Honeysuckle Hills are within walking distance to each other on the main grounds, spaced just far enough apart for a pleasing, artistic flow. The average person can walk from one end to the other within two minutes. The main grounds at Honeysuckle Hills are the five acres of landscaped space immediately behind the red barn.
The mountain meadow view at Honeysuckle Hills is a minute’s drive from the main grounds with its own parking areas.
The mountain view adventure site is for couples only and requires a 4×4 ride in Regina’s jeep because it is located at the top of a hill in the pasture adjacent to the main grounds.
Who is the photographer included in an all-inclusive wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
Honeysuckle Hills has a list of recommended photographers to choose from, based on their availability for any wedding package that includes a photographer. Each of these photographers are considered the best of the best in the Smoky Mountain area because of their years of experience in lighting, posing, and editing skills. They include a designated amount of time that varies with each wedding package, and include the copyright release to the images.
Will Honeysuckle Hills allow me to use my own photographer?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills welcomes all photographers with open arms, and the coordinator will work with them closely as a valued team member. All wedding packages are priced both with and without a recommended photographer.
Can I use the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue for a photography session?
Honeysuckle Hills is not open to the public and requires anyone who wishes to use their photo areas to either reserve a wedding package or book a session with Sierra Bonneville Photography. Essentially a large photo park, Honeysuckle Hills has more places for photos in one convenient area than any other place in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
The most popular packages booked for a photo session instead of a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills are Simply the Ceremony and the Intimate Elopement. The officiant’s fee is deducted from these offerings since no wedding ceremony is needed for a photo session alone. Both packages are priced either with or without a recommended photographer.
The most popular and even more affordable way to book a photo session at Honeysuckle Hills is with Sierra Bonneville Photography, who has exclusive access for engagement, family, and high school senior photo sessions.
Does Honeysuckle Hills offer weddings on horseback?
No, Honeysuckle Hills does not offer horseback weddings, but you can have pictures taken with their horses inside the pasture. Sugar is the star of the show and can even run around you and approach closely enough to touch for breathtaking wedding photos!
Can I take photos with the horses at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
Yes, you can have photos with the horses at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue as long as you book a wedding or photo session with a photographer who satisfies the insurance liability requirements. Pictures with the Honeysuckle Hills horses are restricted to two people at a time, and children are not permitted in the horse field for their safety.
Is there an additional charge to have photos taken with the horses at Honeysuckle Hills?
There is no additional charge for photos with horses standing in the background for wedding photos or other sessions at Honeysuckle Hills. However, there is an additional charge if you would like pictures with the horses running and approaching close enough to touch.
What are the requirements for photographers to take photos with the horses at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
Honeysuckle Hills requires all photographers, professional or otherwise, to provide a copy of their liability insurance listing Honeysuckle Hills, LLC, as additionally insured in order to take photos with the horses running and approaching close enough to touch. All photographers on the Honeysuckle Hills list of recommended photographers have met this requirement.
Is there a specific time of year that Honeysuckle Hills allows wedding photos with their horses?
Honeysuckle Hills is the perfect venue for pictures with horses during the months of mid-March, April, May, September, October, and early November. The most requested month for photos with the horses at Honeysuckle Hills is in late April and early May because of the yellow buttercups that bloom in the horse field. Photos with horses are more challenging in June through August because of the intense heat, humidity, and flying pests in the pasture. Photos with horses are not available from mid November through February because of the muddy conditions in the horse field.
Does Honeysuckle Hills provide content creation for my wedding?
Content creation is not guaranteed at Honeysuckle Hills, but it’s highly likely. Your coordinator loves to capture as many emotional moments as possible to share with the world and show others how beautiful it is at our venue. Please hire your own content creator if you wish to have more control of the type of content that is created. We will not post social media content of your wedding if you ask us to maintain your privacy.
How many guests does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue accommodate?
Honeysuckle Hills comfortably hosts weddings for up to 30 guests. The maximum capacity is 50, but Regina encourages smaller guest counts to prioritize a more relaxing, peaceful wedding experience. After two decades of orchestrating grand-scale events, Honeysuckle Hills now intentionally hosts more intimate weddings to provide a level of attention that is impossible to sustain in larger crowds.
Who counts as a wedding guest as the Honeysuckle Hills venue?
Anyone of walking age who is present at your wedding is considered a guest at Honeysuckle Hills. Yes, children ESPECIALLY count and are required to be supervised at all times. Even people that “only want to watch” are considered a guest, unless they are participating via Zoom, Facetime, etc.
Can I bring more guests than is recommended in my wedding package at Honeysuckle Hills without upgrading?
No, you should never bring more than the recommended guest count for your wedding package at Honeysuckle Hills. This typically causes a more rushed, hurried experience, which is exactly the opposite of what our venue was created for. While all weddings are unique, please do not forget the human element of your event that is responsible for the best memories. Also keep in mind that our recommended guest count is only one of the many factors you should use to determine the amount of time needed for a successful and satisfying wedding. Also consider the time needed for all your photos and extra events such as a first dance or cake cutting.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue have a place I can get dressed?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills has two different places to get dressed before your wedding ceremony in the upstairs area of the barn. The bridal suite is large enough for up to six people to prepare for the wedding. The restroom for the bridal suite is located in the chapel area next to it.
The wedding chapel separates the bridal suite from the second dressing area at Honeysuckle Hills. This area has a dedicated, smaller room to get dressed or use the restroom, holding approximately three people at a time. It has an adjacent sitting area for anyone who wishes to relax or wait their turn to get dressed.
Because the dressing rooms are located upstairs in a historic building at Honeysuckle Hills, they do not cool as well during the summer months when temperatures exceed 85 degrees outdoors. It’s recommended to have hair and makeup done off-site in June, July and August and only use the dressing areas on-site to change clothes during those months.
When is the best time of year to book a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
The most popular months for weddings at Honeysuckle Hills in Pigeon Forge, TN are April, May, and October. These months are in the highest demand because of the plentiful blooms in the spring and the gorgeous fall foliage from mid October through the first week in November. Weather is typically more pleasant during these months as well.
September is an often overlooked wedding month at Honeysuckle Hills, but it is actually one of the best months to get married in the Smoky Mountains. Aside from the annual Fall Rod Run car show week, September has fewer crowds because school is back in session and the leaves have not started changing colors yet. It’s the “calm before the fall storm.” Honeysuckle Hills has an abundance of flowers and garden features in September, and the heat of summer finally breaks with cooler temperatures by the middle of the month.
When is the worst time to book a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills in the Smoky Mountains?
While there is no “bad” time to book a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills, there are months with temperature and weather anomalies that should be considered. There are seasonal aspects at the Honeysuckle Hills venue year-round for gorgeous wedding photos and pleasing aesthetics over-all. It is a beautiful location in which guests tend to linger longer with the exception of a few months. July and August are especially hot and humid, and couples should schedule their weddings as late in the day as possible. December through early March should be booked with caution in case it snows, making the mountain roads too dangerous for travel. Always check the Pigeon Forge event calendar for dates with higher traffic such as the spring and fall car shows.
Is the reception area at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue open year round?
The reception area at Honeysuckle Hills in Pigeon Forge is not open year round. The best time to have a wedding reception at the Honeysuckle Hills venue is during the months of April, May, September and October. The reception area is closed from October 31st through March 21st.
Is the reception area at Honeysuckle Hills heated and cooled?
Yes, the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue’s reception area is both heated and cooled. However, this area is not fully insulated and therefore does not hold heat and air as effectively as a dedicated indoor reception space. It is most comfortable during the months of April, May, September and October. It is actually the coolest area of the barn in July and August because it is downstairs. The reception area is closed from October 31st through March 21st because cold air rises up through the floor, creating a drafty chill.
Is the Creekside pavilion at Honeysuckle Hills available for a reception dinner?
Yes, couples may use the Creekside Pavilion for their reception meal at Honeysuckle Hills in the months of April and October as long as their guest count is 30 people or less. There is a small upcharge for the coordinator to move tables to this area for use by both the guests and the caterer’s buffet line.
Who is the included caterer for a wedding with reception at Honeysuckle Hills?
Honeysuckle Hills offers a choice between Buddy’s Custom Catering and First Fruits Gourmet to Go for their all-inclusive wedding with reception package.
Who is the included DJ for a wedding with reception at Honeysuckle Hills?
J3 Entertainment is the DJ vendor included in the all-inclusive reception package at Honeysuckle Hills. Either the owner, Chris Neal, or his colleague DJ Will will keep the music and announcements flowing seamlessly at your event.
Can I bring my own caterer, DJ, or other vendor to my wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
Yes, you may use any wedding vendor for a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills as long as they can provide us with a copy of their business license and a certificate of insurance that lists Honeysuckle Hills, LLC, as additionally insured.
What is the advantage of using the recommended vendors for an all-inclusive wedding?
Using recommended vendors for an all-inclusive wedding means those vendors have proven they are trustworthy, provide the highest quality of service, and know the wedding venue inside and out. Their experience at the wedding venue is the key to the most successful wedding outcome.
Can I bring alcohol to my wedding at the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue?
You may only bring alcohol to your wedding at Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue by including a licensed and insured bartender, and by observing all Tennessee liquor laws. Food must be served at the wedding in order to consume the alcohol. Neither our venue nor the bartender is permitted to sell the alcohol to you, so you will bring your own alcohol to the wedding. The bartender is required to satisfy the law, our insurance company, and keep everyone safe.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue have lodging on-site?
Honeysuckle Hills does not have lodging on site because the family who owns the land chose to preserve the history and natural beauty of the farm instead of crowding its rolling hills and mountain meadow with cabins. This creates a more pleasing aesthetic instead of a congested landscape.
How close is lodging to the Honeysuckle Hills venue?
There are cabins as close as 5 minutes from the Honeysuckle Hills venue and hotels within 15 minutes. Use the Honeysuckle Hills venue resource guide to find beautiful places to call your “home away from home” when you’re in the Smoky Mountains. My favorite place that will accommodate your entire family is Parkside Resort. My favorite secluded, off-the-beaten path honeymoon cabin is Little Mountain Hideaway. Both are within five minutes of our venue.
Does Honeysuckle Hills have a full list of recommended vendors?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills has a list of recommended wedding vendors in their venue resource guide, along with helpful area information as well. You’ll find hair and makeup stylists, florists, caterers, transportation services and more in the guide. Your wedding planner, Regina, will do her best to help you find all the vendors you need for a fulfilling and memorable wedding experience.
When does venue time begin and end at Honeysuckle Hills?
Venue time at Honeysuckle Hills begins when you or your guests enter the venue space. Dressing areas, ceremony sites, gardens, mountain view, and the reception area are all considered venue space. If you or your guests arrive more than 30 minutes prior to when your venue time begins, wait in your car to avoid additional venue fees.
Venue time ends according to the number of hours included in your wedding package. For example, if your package includes four hours of venue time, you might enter the venue space at 4:00pm and all wedding activities and photography will end promptly at 8:00pm. You’ll have 30 more minutes to gather personal items. Your coordinator will pack up any personal decor or leftover food, as applicable. You and all your guests must be completely off premises, including the parking area, no later than 45 minutes after venue time ends.
Does getting ready count as venue time at Honeysuckle Hills?
Yes, using our dressing areas to change, do hair & makeup, first looks, etc. counts as venue time. Even if you get ready off-site, allow at least a one hour transition period prior to your ceremony to change into wedding attire, allow guests to arrive, use the restroom, grab a bottle of water,, and allow our coordinator to get all your ducks in a row.
Why is Honeysuckle Hills one of the most popular elopement venues?
Honeysuckle Hills is one of the most popular places to elope in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg because of its twenty year reputation for hospitality, natural beauty, privacy, and all-inclusive packages that make planning a wedding easy. The views, ceremony sites and photography locations at Honeysuckle Hills are in one convenient area so couples don’t have to sit in traffic going from place to place, wait their turn in public locations, or worry about National Park permits and restrictions. The venue is “wedding ready” with pleasing decor, a place to get dressed, a back up plan in case it rains, and you’ll work with the same wedding planner, Regina, from start to finish. It’s also one of the only places in the Smokies where you can have wedding photos with horses.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue have adequate parking?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills has a spacious, level, gravel parking area next to the entrance on the main grounds where couples utilize most of the ceremony sites such as the willow tree, the photo areas, and reception space. The family friendly mountain view ceremony sites have their own parking areas. One of those parking areas is a minute’s drive, using the county road to circle back around to the other side of the farm. The second parking area for the mountain meadow called “Lover’s Cove” is within eyesight of the main grounds.
Are the roads leading to Honeysuckle Hills curvy and steep?
Many guests traveling from “flat land” areas often find the roads in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg over-all to be curvy and steep. Honeysuckle Hills is located on Mill Creek Road, which has far fewer steep grades and curves than the majority of other roads in the Smoky Mountains. However, you should not ask your guests to travel Mill Creek Road during a snow or ice event.
Some back roads leading to Honeysuckle Hills are especially steep and curvy. While they shorten the drive significantly, Caney Creek, Lost Branch and Gibson Hollow are especially scary roads to tourists unfamiliar with steep grades and hairpin turns.
If you’re coming to the Smoky Mountains for those gorgeous views, please expect to drive up steep, curvy hills to access them. It is physically impossible to achieve a view otherwise.
Does the Honeysuckle Hills wedding venue have wifi?
Yes, Honeysuckle Hills offers free, public access to Spectrum Internet on our main grounds if you abide by all federal and state laws for wifi use. Like any utility, it can be subject to unexpected interruptions that we are not held responsible for. Our mountain meadow areas do not have access to wifi.
When is the best time and place for a sunset wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
The best time and place for a sunset wedding at Honeysuckle Hills is at our mountain meadow view areas, approximately 30 to 45 minutes before the scheduled sunset for that day. For example, if the calendar indicates an 8pm sunset, you should schedule the ceremony for 7:15pm to catch the sun as it descends, leaving approximately 15 more minutes for “golden light” photos after the ceremony and before complete darkness.
The best months to capture that beautiful golden sun ball descending in the middle of the mountain view is during the months of October and November. It is ONLY during these months that the sun sets directly in the middle of the mountain because of its position in the sky. The sun sets further to the right of the mountain in the months of March through early September.
When is the best time of day to schedule a wedding ceremony at Honeysuckle Hills?
In December through February, schedule your Honeysuckle Hills wedding no earlier than 1pm for warmer temperatures and the best lighting.
In March through May, schedule your Honeysuckle Hills wedding no earlier than 4pm for the best lighting and the most shade for your guests at the ceremony sites. 5pm is the most coveted ceremony time.
In June through August, schedule your Honeysuckle Hills wedding no earlier than 5pm, but as late as 7pm for the best lighting, shade, and temperatures. These months are EXTREMELY hot and humid and it is not advised to schedule a ceremony earlier than 5pm.
In September through November, schedule your Honeysuckle Hills wedding no earlier than 1pm for the best lighting and no later than 3pm to capture enough photos before sunset.
How much does it cost to get married at Honeysuckle Hills?
Honeysuckle Hills offers mid-range pricing with choices between curated, all-inclusive packages or custom created experiences. The cheapest way to get married at Honeysuckle Hills is the “Sign and Go” for a basic ceremony by the on-site notary, but it does not include further use of the venue’s beautiful grounds. Most couples gravitate to the “Simply the Ceremony” and “Intimate Elopement” packages for the best value for the money spent. Bespoke, luxury wedding creations cost the most at Honeysuckle Hills but include amenities like hair and makeup, bouquets, catering, and longer use of the venue for a slower pace.
How far in advance should you book a wedding at the Honeysuckle Hills venue?
You should book an October wedding at Honeysuckle Hills a year or more in advance, especially for weekends. Other seasonal months such as April through June, September and November book approximately nine months to a year in advance for weekends. Winter months typically book last minute.
How do you book a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills?
Booking a wedding at Honeysuckle Hills is easy. Start by asking their wedding planner, Regina, for help choosing a curated all-inclusive wedding package or creating a custom one from scratch. She will develop an itinerary as well as schedule all your needed wedding vendors. Once you’re satisfied with all your selections, you’ll sign a contract. A ⅓ payment is due within three days of receiving your first invoice after signing the contract. The next ⅓ payments are due 60 and 14 days before the wedding date. All payments are nonrefundable, but you may reschedule your wedding one time based on availability.
What is the cancellation policy for weddings at Honeysuckle Hills?
All payments made toward your wedding at Honeysuckle Hills are nonrefundable, regardless of the reason. However, you may reschedule your wedding one time based on availability. Pricing is guaranteed for one year. If the wedding is rescheduled more than one year from the date of cancellation, current pricing applies.
Which venues in Pigeon Forge are similar to Honeysuckle Hills?
Tennessee Mountain Mist Farms is similar to Honeysuckle Hills with its barn aesthetic, and it has the exact same mountain ridge view. A King’s Lodge wedding venue is rich in history just like Honeysuckle Hills, and has horses that can be used in your wedding. Chapel in the Hollow and Little Log Chapel provide an all-inclusive elopement experience similar to Honeysuckle Hills. Regina refers often to these venues when the date couples request has already been taken.
When are the most flowers in bloom at Honeysuckle Hills?
The last week of April and the first two weeks of May is the “spring super bloom” at Honeysuckle Hills with azalea, primrose, meadowphlox, wildflowers, and other flowering trees and bushes. The last week of July through the first week of August is the “summer super bloom” with crepe myrtles, pink windflowers, rose of sharon, zinnia, and cleome. These stunning flowers are a pleasant trade-off for the intense heat and humidity during those summer months. Honeysuckle Hills always has a seasonal component to its landscape, but the spring and summer bloom periods offer the most plentiful flowers. Some years boast more blooms than others based on the amount of rainfall and temperatures.
When is the best time for peak leaf color at Honeysuckle Hills?
Your best chance for fall leaf color at Honeysuckle Hills is the third week of October through the first week of November at our Smoky Mountain elevation of 1200 feet above sea level. I’ve seen peak leaf color as early as October 15th and as late as November 5th. However, most leaves fall heavily off the trees by November 10th.
What is the best dress code for a Honeysuckle Hills wedding?
Honeysuckle Hills is best enjoyed with flat shoes and comfortable attire. Many of our wedding couples and their guests end up kicking off their shoes and even wading in the mountain stream!
Is Honeysuckle Hills a child friendly wedding venue?
Honeysuckle Hills has open spaces for children to run and play, a creek, and even a sandbox. While children are cherished and welcome at the venue, please ensure that you have responsible adults to supervise any child present AT ALL TIMES. Similar to any park or outdoor location, there are safety hazards for children such as sharp rocks in the creek, stinging insects, snakes in the wooded areas, a fire table, and horses. Honeysuckle Hills does not offer child care and will ask any parent with unruly children to exit the premises if we feel their safety is especially compromised.
Is Honeysuckle Hills a barn style wedding venue?
Honeysuckle Hills does have a barn on the property, originally built in 1950. However, the barn was remodeled in 2006 and looks more like a cabin inside with its tongue and groove pine walls in the dressing areas and wedding chapel upstairs. As many historical aspects as possible have been maintained, including Regina’s great-grandfather’s old mule harness and plows as decorative accents downstairs. The garden areas at Honeysuckle Hills are what makes it so uniquely special, however. Regina transformed her Daddy’s old hay field surrounding the barn into a photographer’s paradise with a cottage garden aesthetic.
What are the dates for the enchanted willow evening elopement at Honeysuckle Hills?
The enchanted willow evenings event is held during the months of July and August at Honeysuckle Hills for small elopements at the willow tree at dusk. Additional candelabras are added beneath the existing string lights and hanging lanterns, creating a magical, fairy-tale atmosphere. This event is specifically for couples with no more than four guests.
When is the 20th anniversary party for Honeysuckle Hills?
The 20th Anniversary party for Honeysuckle Hills in Pigeon Forge, TN, will be held on Sunday, October 11th, 2026, from 11am to 4pm. All past and future wedding couples are invited, along with anyone who is thinking about getting married at the venue.
Honeysuckle Tradition
I’m Regina, and I look forward to helping you plan your special day! Couples just like you have helped me carry on a legacy of love for the past 20 years. At one time my venue was a working farm where my Daddy raised cattle and tobacco. As much as I enjoyed growing up here, I sure do enjoy weddings more than farming!
My venue’s down-to-earth love for the simple things in life attracts outdoor lovers, travelers, adventurers, hunters, fishers, hikers, all skin colors, faiths, LGBTQ, and free spirited souls with an abundance of respect for diversity.
I can’t wait to celebrate your unique love story!