5 out of 5 stars and 21 reviews
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(21)9265 Blue Ridge Drive Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA
About this vendor
INOLA at Blue Ridge is a wedding venue located only a mile from the five-resort town of Blue Ridge, GA. Nestled in a cozy forest of surpassing beauty, this estate and village is a faithful copy of Colonial Williamsburg’s premier buildings and includes a grand estate, formal grounds, and a number of lovely homes. The village features many grand buildings, including the Wythe House Mansion, with its lush, formal English gardens; the Wetherburn’s Tavern; and the Hopewell Chapel, which dates from the 1700s. Here, you and your guests can enjoy an experience like no other. Walk the tree-lined streets, marvel at the crystal-clear waters of Sugar Lake, and savor the beauty of mature orchards and an array of formal and informal gardens. You can even reserve the entire village for the weekend.
INOLA offers a range of venue options. The historic Hopewell Chapel holds up to 90 guests. The Wetherburn's Tavern will accommodate more than 60 guests in the main banquet hall; use of the deck and other rooms affords additional space. The catering kitchen is ideal for engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and receptions. Together, the Chapel and Tavern are a perfect choice for an intimate wedding. Tree-lined, pea-graveled England Street, “Main Street”, is the town’s principal thoroughfare and leads from the Chapel to the Tavern, making it perfect for a wedding processional. You and your beloved can enjoy a ride in a lovely white carriage as your party makes its way from the ceremony to the reception. The Peacock Cottage and the Wythe Mansion Grand Salon boast several fine get-ready rooms; additional dressing and relaxation space is available in Wetherburn's Tavern. England Street is also home to the always-popular Inola Cigar Bar. This historic replica barn and blacksmith’s shop is a perfect place to sip Bourbon, smoke a fine Cuban cigar, and catch your favorite team on the flat screen.
Larger weddings can be hosted at the Wythe Estate, which can accommodate up to 250 guests and features a formal English garden and the 6,000-square-foot Orchard Pavilion. Intimate gardens and cozy cottages surround the mansion and grounds. You can stroll the gardens with the facility’s two brilliantly-colored peacocks, George and Liz. In the evening, you can watch the sun set over Sugar Lake. The photo opportunities really are endless. Two cottages are currently available for overnight guests. Vintner's Cottage sleeps up to nine guests. Peacock Cottage, which features brick flooring and two large fireplaces, can accommodate four or more guests.
The INOLA team invites you to enjoy premier-quality facilities and impeccable service, unmatched anywhere in the South. They believe that when it comes to your special day, every detail matters.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Barn
- Farm & Ranch
- Estate
- Garden
- Historic Venue
- Mountain
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Bar Rental
- Cakes & Desserts
- Cupcakes
- Other Desserts
- Destination Weddings
Awards and Affiliations
2022 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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INOLA Blue Ridge is a dream venue! We had the distinct pleasure of working events here for the first time on 4/24/26 in the Tavern, and 5/2/26 in Monarch Hall. We were thrilled wit...
h the venue staff, led by Rick and Susie, and we are eager to work with them again soon! We also had a great working experience with Erin from Ivy Marie Weddings, who is such a delight and exactly who you want on your vendor team at INOLA. We strongly recommend booking INOLA for all your event needs! You won't regret it!
INOLA- We couldn’t imagine our wedding venue anywhere else. The landscaping, buildings, lay out, ceremony options, reception options, and so much more. Blue Ridge, GA around the fa...
ll is just absolutely breathtaking and INOLA is the place to be.
A Dream Come True – The Perfect Wedding Weekend
As the mother of the bride, I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect setting or experience for my daughter’s wedding this past June...
. From start to finish, everything about the venue was absolutely breathtaking. The outdoor ceremony was nothing short of magical! The gardens were in full bloom and the views were stunning. It truly felt like a fairytale.
We had the entire estate for the whole weekend, which made such a difference. It gave us time to relax, enjoy the surroundings, and spend quality time with family and friends without feeling rushed. The rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception all flowed seamlessly thanks to the incredible staff. Everyone was warm, professional, and always one step ahead. They handled everything with grace and attention to detail.
I received so many compliments from our guests, and most importantly, my daughter and son-in-law were overjoyed. Their vision came to life perfectly. This venue gave us memories we’ll cherish forever. Also, downtown Blue Ridge is so adorable… with lots of great shops and restaurants, and only 1 mile from the venue! If you’re considering a wedding here, don’t hesitate! It was everything we dreamed of and more.
— A very grateful mother of the bride 💕
Beautiful venue! We held the rehearsal dinner there. The staff was very friendly and willing to help when we arrived. The vendors recommended were wonderful.
It's one thing to create a fairytale setting. It's another to run it with passion and professionalism. Susie and Rick at INOLA Blue Ridge anticipate every need and cater to every d...
esire. I can't think of a more perfect place for an unforgettable wedding!
Our daughter's wedding at Inola was perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Susie and her team. They were extremely professional, responsive, and helpful. They went out ...
of their way to make sure everyone had the best time all weekend long. Erin was just the best wedding planner we could have asked for. It was a great experience from beginning to end.
Magical and incredible best describe Inola for my daughter's wedding! Inola is unique and flexible in finding the best wedding or event package. Susie Skelton (owner), along with I...
vey (wedding planner/florist) made the wedding venue for the rehearsal dinner and wedding exceptional. I would highly recommend Inola for a wedding venue.
My husband and I eloped in June and had a wedding reception in September at the Wetherburn Tavern at the Inola venue in Blue Ridge. It was a wonderful and positive experience from ...
the planning to the event! The venue provided an exceptional backdrop for our reception, offering a charming and welcoming atmosphere. I can not emphasize how amazing Susie's attention to detail was and her list of preferred vendors is excellent. This and the elegance of Wetherburn Tavern, undoubtedly contributed to the success of our special day. It's great when a venue exceeds expectations and creates lasting memories. Cheers to wonderful celebrations at Inola! I highly recommend!!!
My daughter's wedding at Inola was absolutely stunning! It was such a beautiful location, and they made sure every detail was perfect in every way. From the moment we arrived until...
the end of the night, the staff went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly. The ambiance was magical, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere for the celebration.
The venue itself was breathtaking, with its elegant architecture and picturesque surroundings. The attention to detail in the decor and setup was impeccable. It was evident that a lot of thought and care had gone into creating a truly memorable experience for us and our guests.
The team at the venue was exceptional. They were attentive, professional, and always ready to assist with any request or concern. They worked tirelessly to make sure that everything was executed flawlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the day without any worries.
Overall, we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful and magical day for my daughter's wedding. The venue exceeded our expectations in every way. It provided the perfect backdrop for such a special occasion, and we will cherish the memories created there forever. We highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a truly unforgettable wedding experience.
If you are ever in the Blue Ridge area and have the time to view the beautiful grounds of INOLA you should. From the entrance down the pebble road, to the beautiful greenery surrou...
nding each building on the property it is absolutely stunning. We had the privilege of having our wedding there on good Friday this year. We booked the all inclusive package because we both work out of town and the package offered all of the things that would be harder to get done being 1100 miles away. Susie and Rick, the owners of INOLA and Ivy Ferguson (Wedding Coordinator) were so helpful throughout the entire planning process. They were always very responsive and went above and beyond to make our weekend magical. They even checked in with us when we didn’t have questions. They opened up there entire home and property to us and allowed us and our guest to hangout and have fun the entire weekend without feeling like we were invading there space, which made it even more enjoyable. I cannot say enough about how beautiful this property is, we are truly thankful for them and all of the staff that made our wedding an unforgettable once in a lifetime dream that became an enchanting and unforgettable reality!
Inola exceeded all our expectations as the perfect venue for my daughter's wedding. The setting was breathtaking and my guests were amazed. The preferred vendors were extraordina...
ry, especially the florist/ wedding coordinator, Ivy! She took care of all the details for my daughter's wedding last weekend so I could enjoy the moment. Susie and Rick are real pros and a joy to work with. Book early if you're considering this venue, because it will quickly become the most sought-after place to host your event!
Hidden Gem! New venue that seems to be growing more beautiful daily! June 4th wedding was the most beautiful day! Inola’s grounds are exactly what our daughter envisioned. The phot...
os were breathtaking and could easily accommodate our 215 wedding party and guests! Rick & Susie are great to work with, surprised us with fireworks to complete the evening and the tent with the added draping and lights made the evening magical! Highly recommend this special place!
Inola truly takes you back in time. The venue is so beautifully maintained and undated. Susie and Rick have done a fabulous job maintaining the quaintness of this venue and maintai...
ning the historic look of it. Inola and truly one a kind and continuing to get better. Susie is extremely responsive and a pleasure to work with.
We fell in love with Inola the moment we set foot on the property. Inola’s owner, Susie instantly felt like family. We knew our vision of an intimate Christmas wedding would come t...
o life in her hands. Inola’s wedding planner, Ivy Ferguson was a dream to work with. There were so many small details that we hadn’t even thought of and before we could ask about any of it, they had it covered. The grounds were absolutely breathtaking, the chapel beautiful and divine, the bridal suite comforting and accommodating… literally every aspect of the venue is what you would want from a wedding venue, but also everything you didn’t even know that you wanted and then even more. We had some particular requests and Ivy and Susie encouraged us and then made them a reality. We had absolutely nothing to worry about the day of our wedding. We are moved to tears every time we think of how special Susie and Inola made us feel. We had some guests stay at one of Inola’s beautiful homes on the property which made it very easy for some of them to have a place to stay after the wedding. Thank you so much Susie for everything. We can’t wait to come back to relive our special day some weekend in the future!
INOLA is a unique and beautiful location. It offers more than the barn weddings that can be found all over North Georgia.
The staff are especially responsive and easy to work with...
. All in all a wonderful experience.
Such a beautiful venue! The event was a huge success and we cannot wait to work with them again. INOLA Blue Ridge was professional, timely, and extremely friendly!
Amazing venue! They have so many opportunities for large or small events. Beautiful backdrops for photos.
Inola is one of the most beautiful places to host a wedding. The buildings and grounds are so beautiful, so much gorgeous space for pictures and for guests. The owners are amazing!...
! Very punctual, helpful, and so kind. I looked at many venues before choosing Inola, but when we saw it in person we knew this was by far the best!! Couldn’t recommend more.
First the venue itself, there’s nothing like it. If you go you will want to stay all day to experience the magic. The history is rich, and although it’s right off the highway you w...
ill feel like you have went back in time to a magical place. There’s a tavern, village, 100 fireplaces, white chapel, brick mansion, English garden, countless cottages, lake, waterfalls, horse carriage.... it’s a photographers dream. I have no doubt this place will be the top place to wed in the south before long.
At my sisters wedding last November the guests all said it was the best wedding they’d ever been to. The cigar bar that’s located in a welders building was the biggest hit. Something for the guys and they made the most awesome memories.
Rick and Susie have the biggest hearts and can accomplish great tasks in days. Every event I have seen at INOLA has been memorable.
As Mother of the Bride, I can honestly say that Inola Blue Ridge did a fantastic job. The owners and the staff were on hand the entire evening to make sure everything was going as...
planned. The venue is set up as an Old Williamsburg Town complete with Gardens, Chapel, Post Office, Tavern etc, all of which made a beautiful backdrop for the photos, which turned out amazing.
Ivy Ferguson now on staff at Inola was our wedding planner and did such an awesome job with the decorations. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres were served in the garden and then we moved in to the tent for dinning & dancing. The reception was a huge success. I would highly recommend Inola of Blue Ridge for your daughters wedding.
I don't know where to start! INOLA Blue Ridge is a one of a kind venue. The buildings are exquisite replicas from colonial Williamsburg which makes you feel like you have traveled ...
in time. Located 5 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, GA and 3 miles from the beautiful lake Blue Ridge, this great resort town has so much to offer your guests. The venue staff is very hands on and extremely accommodating. INOLA Blue Ridge has multiple cottages on property which is very convenient for the bridal party to stay on site! You will not go wrong if you book this venue. Your guests will be blown away!
Contact
9265 Blue Ridge Drive Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA
INOLA Blue Ridge