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255 Milledge | Hardeman-Sams Estate

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255 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA

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About This Vendor

It's more than a wedding...it's a historic moment!

We believe in history, and legacy, and leaving something behind. We believe in emotion and moments, and these events tell a story.     Weddings at the historic Hardeman-Sams estate are one-of-a-kind. From vibrant cocktail receptions, to intimate garden ceremonies to romantic celebrations, our property offers a beautiful canvas to create a day full of extraordinary moments as unique and special as you are. Historical yet welcoming house, grounds, lush botanical gardens and elegant décor have made it the seat of Southern hospitality since 1910.  The sense of Southern charm inspires romance, making it a worthy location for a celebration of love.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Outdoor - Covered
Ceremony Types
Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Estate, Garden, Historic Venue, Tented, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Destination Weddings, Planning, Wedding Design, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner

255 Milledge | Hardeman-Sams Estate Reviews

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Reviewed On 9/16/2020 by Shelley S
The venue as well as the employees far exceeded my expectations. Being the mother of the bride in a the midst of a pandemic added a new element of stress. Kim went above and beyond to help my daughter have the wedding of her dreams. She was so ...
helpful with all the details and the changes that had to be made. Matt was amazing with the florals, even when we had to make some adjustments the week of the wedding. He gave us confidence that it would be beautiful and it was. I highly recommend 255 milledge and the staff there for the best wedding experience. Everyone there is kind, professional, and desires to make your wedding dreams come true.
Reviewed On 4/06/2021 by Leah M
255 Milledge helped make my wedding the best day of my life! The venue was everything I hoped it would be. Kim and Bonnie were super easy to work with and were very helpful in answering any questions we had or solving any problems we ran into. ...
The venue is beautiful. We had both the rehearsal dinner and wedding at 255 Milledge and they made sure the 2 nights felt different enough for the guests who attended both. The bridesmaids suite and groomsmen room were both perfect for getting ready. Our wedding was absolutely perfect and ran smoothly. I can't thank 255 Milledge enough for being the best venue for our wedding! I will forever recommend 255 Milledge to any brides!
Response from the Vendor on 04/07/2021
Hi Leah! Thank you so much for the amazing review. We absolutely love serving our clients and it's so nice to be appreciated for what we do. We will remember you, Peter and your family forever. Best wishes for a lifetime of happiness!! Kim M.
Reviewed On 1/19/2021 by Taylor B
255 Milledge and the people who work there made my wedding planning and day a dream! I felt heard and supported throughout the entire process. The house and garden are beyond gorgeous! There are so many beautiful places for photography. I canno...
t recommend this venue enough!
Reviewed On 12/11/2020 by Sarah Grace G
255 Milledge made our wedding a dream come true! The venue is gorgeous and this staff are incredibly talented. I could not have asked for a better wedding day. The flowers were impeccable and Kim made sure everything went smoothly. I cannot rec...
ommend them enough!
Reviewed On 12/08/2020 by Carly W
255 Milledge was wonderful in handling our wedding day details! I was not much of a planner when it came to our wedding, and they guided us right along through all the decisions and details we had to consider. The day-of was wonderful, and they...
helped us through all of the complications with covid with ease! The team had a way of bringing calm to everyone around them. I highly recommend them for any event!
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2020
It was such a joy to host your beautiful family and celebrate with you! When it comes to easy-going brides, you are the one to beat and made planning your perfect day a dream. We're so proud of you for working against the odds with us to crea...
te the perfect, petite wedding of your dreams. Congratulations again! We wish you and your family all the best! - Leigh Palmer 255 Milledge Event Manager
Reviewed On 12/06/2020 by Mallory H
I cannot recommend Kim and her team at 255 Milledge enough. Not only did they create the most magical and perfect wedding day for my husband and I, but they helped us navigate postponing and planning during a pandemic. We used their month of co...
ordination services, along with florals & decor. Matt created the most beautiful arrangements - better than what I ever had envisioned for our day! Leigh quite literally held my hand throughout the final steps and ensured the day went off without a hitch. The entire team truly helped bring our dream to life and I am so thankful for all the memories they helped create for us!
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2020
We are so blessed to have been able to host your special day and had so much fun doing it! Matt, our floral designer, had WAY too much fun creating your floral designs and Leigh, our coordinator, couldn't have been happier to hold you hand all ...
along the way. Thank you so much for your kind words and for letting us help tell your love story on Milledge! - Kim Moss
Reviewed On 9/28/2020 by Amy S
255 Milledge should definitely be on your list to visit if you are getting married in Athens. The house and grounds are absolutely stunning. While planning two weddings in 2020 wasn't ideal, 255 was very helpful and accommodating to make our ...
day the best it could be despite not being what we initially had hoped for. Kim and her team were great day of. Definitely spring for the day of coordinating. I used Matt, their on staff florals, who was great! Highly recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2020
Thank you for the sweet words, Amy! While planning TWO weddings may not have been what you imagined to be spending your time doing during your engagement, I can safely say that the results were well worth it! Our team had so much fun brainstor...
ming, planning, and creating your perfect day for you! From all of us at the Hardeman-Sams Estate, thank you for getting Married on Milledge!! - Kim Moss
Reviewed On 7/29/2020 by Nina O
Love this venue! This venue has it ALL the location, the atmosphere, and the amazing staff! Beautiful home. The owner puts lots of intention behind the detail of her property making it absolutely spectacular. We had a COVID wedding..this venue...
was beyond accommodating when our original date was pushed back due to the pandemic. The venue supported us the entire time..allowing us to reschedule and providing safety measures to make our day beautiful and safe for all attendees.
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2020
It's been an absolute pleasure to dote on and care for couples like you while planning weddings in uncertain circumstances. Life might be crazy but rescheduling your wedding shouldn't have to be! Your wedding day was spectacular and we're so gr...
ateful to have played big part of your celebration! Congratulations on your fabulous new life together! - Kim Moss
Reviewed On 6/25/2020 by Yasemin I
We are so glad that we spent our happiest day at 255 Milledge! Everything went smoothly, no problems at all! It turned out a great intimate wedding. Kim and her crew were amazing and well-experienced in this business. The rooms for bride and gr...
oom were very convenient to host friends and such. The entire premise is also spectacular! Matt was very creative in floral decorations and other parts. The garden was vast and well-decorated! The guests loved the cake and food! If you are kind of an indecisive couple, let them bring you some alternatives. You will probably go with that! Without a doubt, we highly recommend this Venue for couples who plan to get married in Athens, GA and surrounding neighborhood.
Reviewed On 4/08/2020 by Kirstin S
If you want to get married in Athens - or anywhere for that matter - then 255 Milledge is the place to go! My husband and I got married earlier in the year with just our parents, but we still wanted to have a night to celebrate with all of ou...
r friends and family. The owner is one of the most accommodating, understanding, and easy to work with people I have ever met. Since we had already been married, we didn't need to have a ceremony or do some of the typical "wedding day" things, but we still wanted to celebrate and pull in the parts that meant the most to us. The owner was so helpful in the planning process to help us figure out how to make the most of the gorgeous venue and our day. The venue is absolutely beautiful - inside and out - and is also such a relaxing place to spend your big day. It was so comforting to know that no matter what mother nature threw at us that day, we were ready because we had picked the most beautiful venue. The owner and her team are constantly finding ways to make this place more and more beautiful, and if you're not sold on the pictures alone - I HIGHLY recommend going to visit this place just to see how beautiful it truly is. The owner and her team are also so helpful in creating the aesthetic that you have envisioned - both inside and outside. They have so many décor options that are sure to fit the bill for any couple. The location of course speaks for itself. You are so close to downtown Athens, so close to hotels for guests with all different budgets, and on the most beautiful part of Milledge Ave. Any time of year, this place is where you want to be. The staff was also UNBELIEVABLE. Everything was just taken care of in the most stress-free way, and I can't imagine there is a better staff around. The owner was SO HELPFUL in the time leading up to our day - she was available at any time to discuss décor ideas and help us truly visualize the finished product, she helped us with selecting vendors in the area that she knew would do a phenomenal job, she helped coordinate all of the different vendors on the day of, she provided solutions when some vendors created problems. I cannot sing praises of this venue loud enough and often enough. I would recommend 255 Milledge to anyone. The venue itself, the staff, and the location just cannot be beat.
Reviewed On 3/29/2020 by Sarah C
I would give 255 Milledge 10 stars if I could! I don't even know where to begin...this venue is stunning! From the moment we toured, we knew we would have our wedding here. The house itself is so beautifully decorated, the garden is gorgeous, a...
nd the flow of the day was perfect. The staff is so accommodating, kind, and truly a joy to work with. We got so many compliments on the venue and staff from our guests! Kim and Hannah Leigh were there for the day of, and they went above and beyond for us to make sure everything was perfect - a special thank you to both of you ladies! Their attention to detail is impeccable - my girls and I had so much fun getting ready in the bridal suite! Our wedding was magical, and I wish I could do it all over again!
Reviewed On 2/03/2020 by Caitlyn S
Working with Bonnie and Kim at 255 was absolutely wonderful! They were so accommodating and responsive throughout the process. The house and garden space are so beautiful and a great setting for a wedding! The bridal suite is INCREDIBLE. I trul...
y only have wonderful things to say about 255 Milledge!
Reviewed On 12/16/2019 by Andrea R
WOW! What a wonderful experience we had working with owner Kim Moss and staff at 255 Milledge/Hardeman-Sams Estate! The attention to detail and desire to make the experience wonderful and stress free was unsurpassed ! As the groom's parents w...
e hosted our rehearsal dinner here and it was the MOST FABULOUS night! Kim worked very hard to accommodate us and went above and beyond to make sure we were pleased with all aspects of the night. She had a fantastic working relationship with the other vendors we used that night which made the whole ordeal that much more relaxed! The Hardeman-Sams Estate was already decorated for Christmas and looked so beautiful even before we added our touches for the rehearsal dinner. Kim Moss truly cares about her clients and works very hard to be sure that your special occasion is flawless! 5-star rating PLUS! HIGHLY RECOMMEND for any event!!!
Reviewed On 11/11/2019 by Carla B
If you are looking for a dreamy secret garden venue for your wedding, look no further than 255 Milledge. Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and stress-free thanks to the ladies at 255. From start to finish, the 255 Milledge team made sure we ...
had all the information and help we needed to have a smooth wedding day. The venue is gorgeous and has soo many cute details in every corner. We are so happy we had our wedding here. It was everything we ever wanted and more!
Reviewed On 11/04/2019 by Ava M
255 Milledge is an incredible venue. From the venue's decor to the friendly staff, this venue is the perfect place for a wedding. Kim was so flexible throughout the planning process and was clutch on wedding day. Kim and her staff treated our ...
wedding party and guests with great customer service and created such an inviting environment on wedding day! She is so good at providing a memorable space. The indoor and outdoor spaces were perfect for our fall wedding. Kim has such a passion for making your wedding day so special and she makes it happen!! All of her staff were so hospitable, attentive, and flexible. I was put at such ease on wedding day! This is a GREAT place to get married, I would highly recommend it!!!!
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2020
Hey there Ava! We're so happy to have hosted you and your family on your wedding day. We pride ourselves on offering the most sincere southern hospitality to EVERY wedding party and yours was easy to love. A welcoming environment is exactly wha...
t your wedding guests deserved and we're so happy to have delivered! Congrats, again, on your marriage and we wish you all the best! Sincerely, Kim Moss
Reviewed On 10/31/2019 by Mary C
From the moment we walked into 255 Milledge we knew this is where our daughter would want to be married! The house is breathtaking. And you can tell that it has been a labor of love for Bonnie and Kim! The interior has been restored and up...
dated without losing its charm and character. The grounds are beautiful, well designed and maintained. The pictures do not do this venue justice, it was perfect!! Bonnie and Kim were so easy to work with and they accommodated all of our wishes and worked so effortlessly with all the vendors so our day into night went off without a hitch!!! Also, the location is great because you are just a few blocks from downtown Athens. We could not be more pleased with Bonnie, and 255 Milledge!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/31/2019
Wow!! Mary, thank you so much for taking the time to share your words of encouragement with us!! Your whole family was a PLEASURE to serve! We are thrilled that we got to be part of this beautiful celebration of love with you guys! Please let u...
s know if we can ever assist you with any future needs!
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Kelsey B
Definitely the most beautiful venue in Athens. However, their wedding day execution needs work. I got married here 3 weeks ago. At our reception the venue LOST POWER twice. No, it was not storming or weather related. Our guests were literally...
sitting in the dark in silence because when the venues power went out, the lights and sound from the band went out. This happened twice. We lost an hour of time from our reception. It was a NIGHTMARE. No staff at the venue knew what to do. The groom literally had to search for breakers and outlets in the bushes. He is the one who fixed the power - not the venue staff. Yet when the owner showed up to the venue later, she said this had happened FOUR PREVIOUS TIMES. WHAT?! If you know you have electrical issues, why is your staff not trained on where the circuits are and how to fix the power outage? The venue ruined our reception. If you still plan to book here, bring a couple generators as a backup. We have emailed the owner about this issue and no one from the venue has responded to us.
Response from the Vendor on 10/25/2019
Hello Kelsey,  we want to extend our sincerest apologies concerning the issues that you have faced. We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest standards for our our clients and guests, so that they feel our attention to the details in every ...
aspect of their visit. Our entire team apologizes for the inconvenience that took place during your reception. We experienced the electrical issue when the band overloaded the circuit.  As a result, the circuit breaker tripped causing the power to go out. You might not have realized our staff diligently working behind the scenes with the circuit breaker units to redistribute the power and remedy the problem ensuring the outage was fixed in a 20 minute period of time.   Again, we’re sorry to hear about your disappointment. Yours sincerely, Kim Moss
Reviewed On 9/18/2019 by Beatrice A
You CAN NOT go wrong with booking this venue!! From the sun lit rooms to the beautiful blooming garden to the aesthetic pieces of furniture and decor - every detail of the house makes this place so magical!! All the spaces in, out, and around t...
he house are stunning – there are so many places for gorgeous photo ops!! Now I must also mention the other great part of booking here: the dynamic duo of Kim and Bonnie!! Wow, they are truly the best in the wedding business when it comes to The Big Day!! When we first toured, Kim (owner/manager) sold me right away- she was so hospitable, friendly, honest, creative, and you can tell she has a passion and love for her venue. Bonnie and Kim also always got back to us so quickly with every question – via email or phone. And they happily toured us around the house multiple times on different dates when we wanted to show our mothers, our wedding planners, our photographer, and our siblings!! (honestly, the place is great and the people are great, so why wouldn’t you want to show it all off?) On the day of the wedding, a few hours before the ceremony, they do not allow cars to park in or near the house, they have to park in a back lot away from view – their reason: so that your photos aren’t ruined by all the cars!! Details that you don’t even think of like that show you that THEY. GET. IT. They think of everything and they make sure things get DONE. Our wedding day went so smoothly and I knew it would because from the start, we had THE BEST TEAM at the BEST VENUE. THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH!!! We LOVE you guys!!! :D
Response from the Vendor on 09/19/2019
Wow!! Thank you so much, Beatrice, for your amazing review! It was truly our pleasure to host your and Justin's wedding and we wish you ALL THE BEST in your marriage together!! We will miss having consistent contact with you guys so please feel...
free to stop by anytime to say hi!! We would love to see you!
Reviewed On 8/07/2019 by Madison M
Kim and her team are AMAZING!!! This venue is to die for. Everyone raved about how gorgeous the venue was. I did not have to buy any decorations, as the venue was perfect enough. I love this place so much. Perfect for a medium sized wedding. Th...
e bridal suite is to die for, as is the service. Thank you Kim & team for making our wedding Day amazing!! We love you guys!!!
Reviewed On 7/05/2019 by Emily B
Kim and Bonnie are the absolute bomb! They helped everything run so smoothly on our big day, and even before then! We are from Georgia but currently live in Utah. We were very worried about planning a wedding from so far away. 255 was always a ...
short phone call or email away. We even had a short window of time when we were in town for our engagement photos, and there was nothing but rain in the forecast. Kim very graciously allowed us to take our engagement photos inside the venue! On short notice too! We even booked our day of coordinator, Kathy, through 255. She was AMAZING. I will always be so very thankful for the ladies of 255 Milledge!
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2019
Thank you so much, Emily, for taking the time to review us! We absolutely LOVED working with you guys! It's clients like you who make our job so much fun! I just got to see your wedding photos and they are absolutely GORGEOUS!! I wish you guys ...
the best in your marriage!
Reviewed On 6/17/2019 by Julie E
We used 255 Milledge for our son’s rehearsal dinner. I highly recommend this venue for any special occasion. First, Bonnie provided excellent service and was thorough in offering us initial information. Second, Kim was very available throughou...
t the process and gave us honest, reasonable expectations when we met about our dinner. Too, she provided creative ideas and worked diligently to make the night very special! I’m very glad we chose 255 Milledge. It was wonderful night!
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2019
Thank you for your kind review, Julie! We LOVED hosting your son's rehearsal dinner! You made our job easy and fun! We sit him the best in his marriage!
Reviewed On 5/13/2019 by Avery R
255 Milledge was the perfect place for our wedding! I fell in love with it the moment we arrived. The house is beautiful and the garden stunning. It’s even more beautiful now than when I booked it last year- the wall paper and light fixtures ha...
ve been updated and are gorgeous! Kim Moss and her staff made the whole process a dream- every detail reflected the picture I had of how I wanted our big day to be. I loved everything about having my wedding here and would 100% recommend 255 to anyone looking for a romantic garden wedding venue- it is perfect!
Response from the Vendor on 11/19/2019
Wow Avery, We are overwhelmed by your kind words and want to say Thank you for taking the time to write such a sweet review. We value our couples and want to create not only the perfect venue location but we want the whole experience to be amaz...
ing from start to finish. We enjoyed celebrating with you not only on your wedding day, but were so thrilled we were able to be a support system throughout the whole processes. And I personally loved getting to work so closely with you and your sweet mom!!! Be sure to stop by for our GA tailgates for a bulldog cocktail!!! Go DAWGS!
Reviewed On 4/29/2019 by Jennifer W
We had our son’s rehearsal dinner at 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams. This venue is absolutely beautiful! The house and gardens are amazing. We were able to have our dinner outback in the gardens. Kim did a wonderful job at planning the layout for...
our event. Kim and Bonnie were always available anytime we had questions. We had great weather and a beautiful evening outside surrounded by the beautiful gardens. I promise you will love Kim and Bonnie! You will never regret having a beautiful place to invite your guest to along with the staff at 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams Estate.
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2019
Thank you, Jennifer, for your kind review! We LOVED working with you and were thrilled with how your son's rehearsal dinner turned out! Just fabulous! It was the perfect evening! Please let us know if we can ever assist you with any future need...
s!
Reviewed On 4/12/2019 by Eunice J
The reviews for this venue were 100% accurate. We could not have asked for more! From the pleasant and honest feedback during the wedding planning, to the well-organized rehearsal, to the smoothest day-of coordinating. All of our guests have be...
en raving about how the venue was classy and tasteful. Thank you, 255 for making our dreams come true!
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2019
Thank you, Eunice, for your encouraging words! We absolutely LOVED working with you and you were truly a STUNNING bride! You guys are the type of clients who make our job FUN and EASY! We wish you all the best in your marriage! Stop by anytime ...
:)
Reviewed On 4/07/2019 by Amelia C
Kim was an absolute joy to work with! She made our day absolutely seamless and beautiful. The property speaks for itself and is by far the most beautiful garden in Athens! The house it gorgeous with so many historical touches. We loved this spo...
t for our ceremony, it could not have been more perfect! Thank you for making all of our dreams come true!
Reviewed On 3/07/2019 by Cindy R
I highly recommend 255 Milledge for your wedding venue. Kim and all of her staff is there to make sure that your magical day is a success. The gardens and Hardeman-Sams House is the perfect secret garden setting to help you achieve for your w...
edding day dreams. My daughter, Amelia Rhodes Cline had a very specific vision for a vintage wedding, and Kim took all of our ideas and created the most magnificent wedding. If you are planning a wedding in the Athens, Ga area, please consider reaching out to Kim Moss. She is amazing!
Reviewed On 12/20/2018 by Shelbi K
My husband and I's wedding at 255 Milledge was nothing short of perfect! This was primarily due to Kim, Bonnie, and the amazing staff at the Hardeman-Sams House! Upon touring the venue, you know that of course it is gorgeous and going to be the...
most beautiful venue for a wedding. However, beyond it's natural beauty, it truly was everyone at the venue who made everything come to life for our wedding. Planning with them was a smooth and amazing process - they were willing to help with as much as we needed at any time. And our actual wedding day... oh my gosh the day... myself and the bridal party was pampered on all day and I did not have to worry about a single thing except relaxing and enjoying my day with friends, family, and my husband! They really made my whole vision come to life and went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted. I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone looking to have their wedding or event here!
Reviewed On 11/03/2018 by Liz E
we loved having our wedding here! the gardens were lush and green with flowers in bloom - even at the end of October. The house is beautiful inside and out and I loved having the bridal suite to hang out in all day. There are so many differe...
nt areas to take photos inside and out and I can't wait to get our pictures back. You can tell Kim puts a lot of effort into keeping the house in good condition. Just before our wedding they put in all new chandeliers that looked wonderful! We visited the house a handful of times over the year of our planning and kim was always welcoming and patient with our questions!
Reviewed On 10/27/2018 by Sarah B
Not only is the venue absolutely stunning, but the staff was great to work with. Kim and Bonnie are amazing and made our experience perfect. They were quick to answer any of my questions/concerns, always available for us to stop by with vendors...
, and outdid themselves on the day of our wedding. I highly recommend them!
Response from the Vendor on 11/12/2018
Sarah, we truly LOVED working with you + Michael! Thank you for taking the time to recognize our team and send the kudos that are so well deserved! You made a stunning bride, and we are thrilled to have been a part of your perfect day!
Reviewed On 10/16/2018 by Shushanik H
I had the pleasure of photographing an elopement at this stunning venue and I am in love with every bit of it! The bride and groom rooms are well designed and equipped with everything you may need on your big day. There are plenty of picturesqu...
e corners for stunning portraits and every room is more beautiful than the last one. The venue tells a beautiful story and there isn't much you need to add for a spectacular event. Kim is the kindest, most professional venue owner you could ask for. She goes above and beyond for her clients and provides exceptional service! Southern hospitality at its finest. Oh and don't let me forget the garden area, filled with a mix of lush greens, flowers, decor and twinkle lights you are bound to be charmed by it. Overall if you are looking for a quality space with character and exceptional service for your event - look no more!
Response from the Vendor on 11/04/2018
Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to review us, Szu, and for your kind words. We absolutely love having you at 255 Milledge and always look forward to seeing what photographic magic you create. :) We can't wait to work together again soon....
Thanks again!
Reviewed On 7/11/2018 by Erin M
This venue is absolutely STUNNING. It has so much character and charm everywhere you look! Kim was wonderful to work with and so instrumental in making our day go exactly as we had always hoped, acting as a coordinator extraordinaire! My favori...
te thing about Hardeman Sams was that my bridal party and I were able to stay the night in the beautiful rooms upstairs the night before the big day and spend the whole morning relaxing and getting ready while enjoying the mimosas Kim brought ;)
Reviewed On 7/01/2018 by Caitlyn K
I had my wedding at this GORGEOUS venue a few weeks ago, and it was perfect! Everything in the garden was blooming; the portico and porch are elegantly decorated; and the inside of the house is so charming. I have so many wonderful things to sa...
y about Hardeman-Sams, not only about the venue itself, but also the staff. They were very professional, friendly, and accommodating. I HIGHLY recommend opting to have Kim and her team handle day-of coordination if you don’t have a wedding planner. Kim is a perfectionist about every detail. She made sure our vendors had what they needed and that everything was set up and displayed beautifully. She also kept us on track with our timeline so that each part of the night (ceremony, toasts, cake cutting, send-off, etc.) flowed seamlessly. There are so many little decisions that need to be made the day of your wedding, and I was glad I could relax and enjoy my day, knowing that Kim would ensure things were carried out properly. A few other things I loved about this venue: (1) The landscaping looked truly stunning, with lots of greenery and flowers. There were plenty of beautiful spots to take photos. They also treat the garden to make sure there are no bugs/mosquitoes to worry about. (2) I didn’t need to bring many decorations because the venue is already beautiful and nicely decorated. (3) The bridal suite is spacious, has a private bathroom, and it attaches to a sunroom, which was a great place to do makeup because there is plenty of natural light. There is also a groom's suite (also with a private bathroom), which many of the other venues I considered did not have.
Response from the Vendor on 07/02/2018
Thank you SO MUCH for your kind words and for taking the time to review us, Caitlyn! It was an absolute pleasure working with you + Michael. We loved having you guys and are so happy to hear that everyone had a wonderful time. We really appreci...
ate your feedback and we are so lucky to have been able to host such a great group of folks for such a wonderful occasion. Thank you for the honor! :) Best wishes on your forever!!!
Reviewed On 6/27/2018 by Kate P
We had a great experience at 255 Milledge! The house and grounds are beautiful...so many guests complimented how gorgeous the venue was the day of our wedding. Kim, the owner and manager of the venue, is a joy to work with. I had several meetin...
gs with her and my wedding planner at the venue. She was always prepared and so accommodating. She is also incredibly easy to work with. Kim and her amazing staff were very present the the weekend of my wedding...they catered to every need of our wedding party. They especially took care of my husband and me by making sure we always had a drink if we wanted it and asking if we needed anything. The cost of the venue is certainly reasonable given the amenities and staff support. I would absolutely book my wedding here again. I have so many happy memories of my wedding weekend because of the service my husband and I received at this venue!
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2018
Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to review us, Kate! We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful day! We absolutely loved being a part of it. Everything was beautiful and your family & friends were a delight. We wish you and Eric a lifeti...
me of happiness. You guys are great together. Don't be strangers. :)
Reviewed On 6/27/2018 by Lorrin M
Incredible venue. Even better staff. The house and the grounds are beautiful and impeccably maintained. The new management here is very committed to restoring this venue to its original glory. All of our guests are still going on about how b...
eautiful everything was over a month later. Most importantly, Kim Moss is an absolute angel. She is one of the most sincere people I have ever met, and she truly cares about the entire experience for the bride, the groom, and all of the guests. She let my bridal party arrive to the venue early in the morning so we could all get ready together and spend the day relaxing in the huge bridal suite and sipping on complimentary coffee and champagne. The groomsmen also appreciated the mancave complete with bigscreen tv and free beer while they got ready. As far as the process leading up to the wedding, Kim and her staff were always available and responded quickly to emails and phone calls. She was able to make a number of helpful recommendations when it came to vendors, etc. Since I was no longer living in Athens when we planned the wedding, it was great to have her as a point of contact. On the day of, Kim and her staff worked with my planner to make sure that I didn't stress about anything and could just enjoy my day. With all of the stress that can happen on the big day, this was HUGE! Kim also personally stored the top tier of our wedding cake in her freezer at home when we forgot it at the venue! Talk about going above and beyond. LOVE LOVE LOVE this place and the people, and I would highly recommend hosting any event (wedding or otherwise) here.
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2018
Aww! Lorrin! We love you and Wil and are SO EXCITED to hear that you guys had an amazing day. That makes our hearts smile. Thank you so much for taking the time to review us and for your kind words. We had an absolute blast with you, your famil...
y, and friends. You are welcome to stop by 255 Milledge anytime. We always love to see you. Best wishes on your forever! XOXO
Reviewed On 6/12/2018 by a member
AMAZING!! My bridesmaid luncheon was hosted here, and everyone could not believe how wonderful it was. This place and this staff are beyond words! You feel as if you are going to a friends magnificent house to go and stay for awhile. The buildi...
ng, porches, and gardens are warm, inviting, and stunning. The staff is genuine, kind, and attentive! Every detail was perfect. Book your event here! You won't regret it, I promise.
Response from the Vendor on 06/27/2018
Jessica, Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to review us! We are so thrilled that you were happy and LOVED being a part of your wedding celebration. We wish you nothing but happiness in your new life together. XOXO
Reviewed On 4/24/2018 by Lauren S
We had an absolutely fabulous wedding at this venue and the day went perfect as planned. The owner Kim made sure I was happy with everything and she really made sure my day was everything I wanted. The bridal suite is gorgeous and the garden is...
beautiful. I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding!!
Response from the Vendor on 04/26/2018
Kim and I are thrilled to hear such good feedback, Lauren, and we’re so happy that your wedding day turned out to be everything you wanted it to be! We hope you are enjoying married life! - Bonnie
Reviewed On 4/23/2018 by Shari L
This venue was the perfect spot for our wedding! The space was intimate and breathtaking. The staff was so kind and very helpful with any questions we had along the way of the entire process. They had multiple staff members present during our ...
wedding to share the moment and to help make sure the process went smoothly. You will definitely get your money's worth having your wedding (or any event) here!
Response from the Vendor on 04/26/2018
Kim and I are thrilled to hear such good feedback from you, Shari! We absolutely LOVED working with you and your family! We thought your wedding turned out pretty perfect! See you soon!
Reviewed On 4/21/2018 by Dylan R
Worth the money! The owner, Kim Moss, is such a blessing. She genuinely cares about your wedding day. You won't be stressed. She can work with your budget and offer you options to pay for the venue. If you book just about a year ahead as I did,...
it's a lot easier on the wallet because you also have many other things to pay for. Kim and her assistant have so much to offer you. The venue is absolutely gorgeous. Perfect for beautiful wedding pictures. Our whole experience was amazing at the Hardeman-sams house. PLEASE check it out! You won't be disappointed! I could only wish for future brides to have their dream wedding there as I did mine!! Good Luck and Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 07/02/2018
Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to review us, Melinda! We are so incredibly happy to hear that you enjoyed your day. We certainly did, too! You looked beautiful and we are honored to have played a part in such a special occasion. We wish ...
you both a lifetime of happiness! Thanks again and hope to see you again in the near future. Don't be a stranger. :)
Reviewed On 10/08/2017 by Kim N
This is the perfect place for a wedding!! The house and backyard garden are beautiful and provide many opportunities to take awesome photos. There are so many creative ways to arrange the ceremony and reception. Ms. Kim so sweet and super helpf...
ul!! We had an amazing experience here and highly recommend this venue to everyone!
Response from the Vendor on 07/02/2018
Kim, Thank you SO much for you kind review and for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate it. It was such a pleasure working with you and we loved all of your cute creative touches. We wish you both the best in your future together....
xoxo
Reviewed On 8/14/2017 by Carolyn M
Although perfect for a wedding, this venue is not just for weddings only, but also any event you might wish to celebrate with elegance and style. After considering several locations, we booked "255 Milledge" for a 50th Anniversary reception/d...
inner and could not have been more pleased! The owner, Kim Moss, was exceeding accessible for questions, pre-event planning and ready to help with any issue, bar none. There was plenty of room for up to 100 guests and with tables/chairs included, a good flow pattern and a professional catering kitchen. And we would have loved to use the garden, as it is so lovely, but decided to use the house and porches only, given the chance of rain and heat that August brings to Georgia. "255 Milledge" is truly an extraordinary venue for any affair where elegance and style is appreciated and the owner is a lovely lady, gracious in all ways, and her Southern heritage roots reflected everywhere in the house. Awesome!
Reviewed On 7/21/2017 by Gwen T
The HARDEMAN Sams House was an absolutely wonderful venue for our rehearsal dinner. The home is a beautifully decorated southern home that requires very little additional decoration. We were able to sit 65 comfortably for our dinner and the p...
orch was a beautiful location for the bar. Kim was easy to work with and very helpful and accommodating throughout the day and evening. A good time was had by everyone thanks to her willingness to oversee the caterers, bar tenders, and guests. We would highly recommend this venue for weddings and other parties.
Response from the Vendor on 07/27/2017
We just saw your review! Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute joy to host your rehearsal dinner!
Reviewed On 5/04/2017 by Allie F
BOOK YOUR WEDDING HERE!!!!!!! I cannot speak highly enough of this place!!! We were planning a wedding on a quick timeline (4 months!), and Ms. Kim at the Hardeman-Sams house was nothing short of an answer to prayer. Having our wedding at this ...
venue made the whole weekend and planing process so stress-free. We booked the whole wedding weekend package, which included the venue for Friday night as well. We hosted the rehearsal dinner at the house on Friday, and all of my bridesmaids got to stay with me at the house on Friday night. Also included in the package was florals and wedding coordinating, which was so amazing to have included!! I CANNOT SAY THIS ENOUGH- MS. KIM (the venue owner and manager) IS THE BEST!!!! She went absolutely above and beyond to make our weekend so special. She helped my mother-in-law plan the rehearsal dinner, was helping the caterers serve, and was even dancing with us at our reception. I feel like she is part of the family now!
Response from the Vendor on 04/26/2018
Thank you so much for your kind words, Allie. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us—and I agree, Mrs. Kim truly is THE BEST!!! Hosting your rehearsal and wedding was one of the highlights of our year! We ...
count ourselves lucky to have clients like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future! Come by to see us anytime! - Bonnie
Reviewed On 6/07/2016 by Steph A
The Sam Hardeman's House is remarkable. The house itself has the charm of Milledge homes, with an incredible "Man Room" and Bridal Suite. The garden outside is maintained well and allows for a great wedding space, where the couple may marry in ...
the garden and follow into the home for the dinner/dancing. We appreciated that the rental spaced included table, chairs, and dining ware at no separate cost. Our only woe was as result of new ownership the gas line hadn't been switch over, and as a result the bridesmaids and I had to take cold showers, and we were unable to heat up our appetizers. That said, recently under new management, we feel like this space is only going to get even better! The new owner, Kim Moss, is lovely and attentive about improving the house and guest experience.
Reviewed On 5/12/2015 by Brenna D
I got married on a beautiful day in April. We were planning on having the wedding outside but since it rained, we figured that moving the wedding inside would be best. It was a small wedding with about 45 people there and inside was perfect! ...
We didn't have to worry about outside noises, ie the fraternity houses that are next door and the basic traffic on the street. The day was perfect! The only problem we had was that Sara, the site manager, was very difficult to deal with.
Response from the Vendor on 08/07/2018
Hi Brenna. This breaks my heart to hear about your bad experience on what should have been your most special day! In 2016 the venue gained new ownership and we have made lots of wonderful changes and pride ourselves in our Southern Hospitality!...
We would love for you to swing by sometime and let us meet you and buy you a cup of coffee!
Reviewed On 5/22/2014 by Bridget B
The venue was absolutely beautiful! The garden area was well maintained and I loved the freedom to decorate the venue as we chose. The only downside was that it was difficult to contact anyone at the venue. I was fortunate to have the manager...
's personal cellphone number and email. If you call the number listed for the house, no one ever answers and voicemails are rarely, if ever, returned.
Response from the Vendor on 08/07/2018
Hi Bridget. I am so sorry to hear about your bad experience on what should have been your most special day! In 2016 the venue gained new ownership and we have made lots of wonderful changes and pride ourselves in our Southern Hospitality! We wo...
uld love for you to swing by sometime and let us meet you and buy you a cup of coffee!
Reviewed On 5/24/2013 by Brittany C
When my husband and I started looking at venues, we knew only two things: we wanted to get married in Athens, and we had a limited budget. The Hardeman-Sams House was the first venue we looked at and we absolutely fell in love. I will say, the ...
photos on the website don't do it justice at all. It has a cozy, old-time feel and just enough decorations that you really don't have to bring much to make it look great. Sarah, the venue contact, was really easy to get in touch with and was always very responsive and helpful. She even provided us with a rainy day plan, which turned out to be incredibly helpful since we had to move our ceremony inside due to torrential downpours the day of our wedding. And on the topic of rain: if you plan to have more than 100ish guests, you should probably look for a bigger venue because it's going to feel cramped inside if it rains. We had 89 RSVPs, but probably about 75-80 people who showed up (due to rain) and it was fine to have everyone inside (although only about 30 people could sit during the ceremony; the rest was standing room only). The house comes with 100 chairs, 10 60-inch round tables and 3 6-foot rectangular tables. There is also a large easel you can use if you're planning to have a big chalkboard sign (our program was on a gigantic chalkboard and we found the easel in the house the day before the wedding - turned out perfectly!). It's a great value for your money if you're on a budget. The cost of the rental includes having it from Friday afternoon through early Sunday morning (or late Saturday night, depending on how you look at it), so we were able to have our rehearsal there without having to pay to rent another space. We also received our deposit back within 2 weeks of our wedding day – very prompt! Overall, it really is a great place to get married. There is so much character in the house, and so many beautiful places to have photos taken. Don't be fooled by the photos on the website – go see it in person and you'll have a completely different take on it.
Reviewed On 1/03/2012 by Suzanne B
The Hardeman Sams House was the perfect venue for our wedding. The house was already decorated for Christmas so we saved on our flower budget! And I know the pictures will be beautiful with the garland. Sara was incredibly easy to work with. Sh...
e stayed in constant contact and double checked all the details as to what I wanted and where we wanted it. There is no staff member present for the wedding, so if you need a coordinator, you will definitely need to hire one.
Reviewed On 9/15/2010 by Melanie W
We used HSH for our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception. The rental cost for both days ways very reasonalble. However, what we initially thought of aa lack of "house/venue rules" turned out to be overall laziness and a lack of concern ...
for the renting party. Outside of the initial meeting to show the house, the house manager would never meet us at the house again! She was always, and I do mean always, "out of town." She does not return phone calls or emails. And if she says she will meet you at the house, don't expect anything more than a key left there for you. The Bridal Party got ready at the house and she knew months in advance that this was going to take place, yet the upstairs was filthy! Dust so thick I would write my name and dead bugs and flys were everywhere. And yes, I took pictures to prove it. I, the Bride, spent several hours cleaning the upstairs on the Thursday before my wedding. Sara, the house manager, was supposed to meet us at the house bright and early Thursday morning (which was the time SHE told us to be there) for an inspection, low and behold- and to no surprise, she called to inform the Groom (not me, but the Groom!!) that she would be unable to make it to our prearranged meeting! I demanded an inspection of the house & grounds bc a month earlier I had my bridal portraits taken there and had to have my wedding gown cleaned afterwards due to the filth on the floor that the train on my gown had swept up. I'm positive that the only sweepting the floor had recieved was provided by my wedding gown!! Additionally, she cashed our final payment the Monday following our wedding but it took her THREE WEEKS to refund our measly security deposit. Which I might add she never returned a single phone call that we placed to her to check on the status of our refund. Overall, if you have a TEAM of people who will help you clean and do not mind when your phone calls are not returned and enjoy a lack of communication and your alcohol order is placed at the absolute last minute due to no fault of your own, then sure- rent this place. The Hardeman Sams House definitely has a south look and feel to it. But the lack of class and manners by the house manager- one could think it was run by a Yankee!
Response from the Vendor on 08/07/2018
Hi Melanie. This breaks my heart to hear about your bad experience on what should have been your most special day! In 2016 the venue gained new ownership and we have made lots of wonderful changes! We would love for you to swing by sometime an...
d let us meet you and buy you a cup of coffee!

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