Intimate upscale wedding venue for guests up to 70
Charlotte, Hickory , Boone, Asheville
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Ashley Williams
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
Magnolia Grace is a charming upscale wedding venue located in Connelly Springs, NC, at the foothills of the mountains. The perfect location, only 1 hour from Charlotte, Asheville, Blowing Rock, and Winston-Salem. This elegant haven offers an intimate setting for your small weddings and special events.
At Magnolia Grace, you can exchange vows beneath the canopy of a 90-year-old magnolia tree, its branches adorned with a sparkling chandelier. Escape the hustle and bustle and celebrate your love in a tranquil environment. You can also say "I do" in the rustic ambiance of the 100-year-old barn or an elegant open-air pavilion with draping fabric. Three adorable alpacas call the property home, adding a touch of whimsy and creating unique photo opportunities. Magnolia Grace can also serve as a weekend retreat for you and your closest loved ones. Accommodate up to six guests in the charming farmhouse, featuring comfortable bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy living room for sharing prewedding memories. Whether you envision a ceremony bathed in the golden light of sunrise or a romantic exchange under the starlit sky at sunset, Magnolia Grace offers the perfect backdrop. The fully equipped kitchen allows for culinary creativity, while the spacious event room can comfortably accommodate up to 25 guests (in the guest house)
At Magnolia Grace, an on-site coordinator will walk you through every step of the planning process, ensuring your vision becomes reality. A dedicated florist is also available to create stunning floral arrangements that capture the essence of your style. Magnolia Grace can provide a curated list of trusted professionals for catering, music, photography, and more, making the planning process smoother. Customization for an all-inclusive, stress-free option is available. Additional amenities include four round tables, five rectangular tables, 60 black cross-back chairs, and 60 white chivari chairs for your reception needs.
Booking for Fall 2026 and 2027. Schedule your tour today!
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Elopement
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Garden
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Planning
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
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Meet the team
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- Ashley WilliamsOwnerAshley's family were the originial owners of Magnolia Grace in the early 1900's. The home was put up for sale in 2019 and Ashley decided to purchase it with a vision to restore it into a beautiful venue for others to enjoy. Ashley has a degree in interior design and holds a real estate license.
- Wendy MullManagerWendy has been in the wedding industry for over 8 years. She has experience in wedding coordinating, directing, and communication with the bride and groom. She offers an extensive list of vendors for all of your wedding day needs. Wendy is excited to offer her extensive knowledge to help make your dream wedding a reality!
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.06 reviews
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Magnolia Grace is described as a magical and intimate wedding venue where everything exceeded expectations and made for a perfect and relaxing weekend. Reviewers highlight the beautiful surroundings, helpful and professional staff such as Wendy and Ashley, and the stunning main house with a 100-year-old magnolia tree. The on-site coordinator, Wendy, is commended for being organized, proactive, knowledgeable, and ensuring a stress-free experience, while the on-site florist, Johanna, is praised for eliminating the stress of finding a florist and creating beautiful arrangements. The venue is recommended for its picturesque setting, convenience for overnight accommodations, and personalized and easy wedding planning process.Review photos
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Reannah P
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5.0
12/29/2025
Our wedding was a Christmas dream come true all thanks to Magnolia Grace, Wendy, and Ashley. From the planning to final details, it was more than a perfect and relaxing weekend. Th...
e alpacas were a bonus! This place holds special memories for our family.
Response from Magnolia Grace on 01/03/2026
Thank you for trusting us with such a special day. It was an absolute pleasure working wit...
h you and your families, we’re so honored to have been a part of your beautiful celebration.
Lisa B
5.0
12/04/2025
The entire day of our wedding at Magnolia Grace, I felt like I was flying, being gently held and lifted. It was the most magical venue, and a perfect fit for us and what we needed....
Wendy the events coordinator was helpful and professional. She was willing to work with us to make our day as special as it turned out !
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Steph S
5.0
9/18/2024
This place is so beautiful and Ashley is wonderful! They have so many cute spots for whatever your vibe is. I had an event there and it turned out so wonderful, in large part due t...
o her. This place is perfect for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and weddings!
Jessica L
5.0
4/30/2024
Where do I begin? I would give a thousand stars if I could! If you are looking for an intimate, beautiful wedding venue with the kindest people to work with, you’ve hit the jackpot...
. Everything about our wedding weekend was better than I could’ve ever imagined. We were able to have the venue for the whole weekend and I would highly recommend it to everyone! Wendy is the most organized, proactive, knowledgeable and helpful coordinator in the world. She guided us through the process while still ensuring we had everything we wanted and didn’t have to lift a finger! She is always quick to respond to any questions and happy to give advice, but would always say “it’s whatever you want! It’s your wedding! You tell me and I’ll make it happen.” We couldn’t have had such a perfect day without her. And it definitely helps that the house is gorgeous as well. Ashley did an amazing job on making the venue feel like the perfect balance of luxury and homey, comfortable and intentional. I would just live there if I could!! Ashley’s creativity and vision carries into wedding planning as well; she spent time meeting with us and made us feel so valued and special. We loved brainstorming ideas on things we could do to make the day as special, personal, and easy as possible. She has so many things available for rent such as linens, dinnerware, intricate crystal candle holders, and more. While we did buy some things ourselves, you could honestly get by without having to buy anything for the whole wedding! Ashley is also an absolute gem with fantastic ideas and is so kind, fun, and easy to work with. We could tell that she is so passionate about giving people an intimate, authentic, beautiful experience on their wedding day. One of our favorite things about our wedding was the flowers! This is an understatement, but Johanna is the definition of masterful. She was able to take our vague idea and create breathtaking arrangements, bouquets, and boutonnières that surpassed expectations. She captured our vision and absolutely ran with it. Her sense of style is fabulous; the colors and textures of the florals were interesting, unique, and simply stunning. I teared up when I saw my bouquet for the first time! She takes pride in her work and it absolutely shows. She spent so much time brainstorming with us and even created a Pinterest vision board with inspo pics! I hate to be biased, but I thoroughly believe I had the best wedding in the world at the best venue with the best team of ladies. I can’t recommend or thank them enough.
Response from Magnolia Grace on 07/15/2024
Jessica thank you so much for the kind words! The wedding was absolutely beautiful and I'm...
so glad we were able to capture your vision and give you the wedding of your dreams! You will always hold a special place in our hearts!
Savannah W
5.0
2/22/2024
Gorgeous venue!! Wendy, the manager and on site coordinator, was wonderful! She provided a vendor list for anything you could possibly thing of. The on site florist, Johanna, was s...
o convenient. She eliminated the stress of having to shop around for a florist and she had phenomenal background experience! Her florals are beautiful!! Magnolia Grace was perfect for my small intimate wedding! Some of my friends and family were able to stay the night on the property as well which made organizing overnight accommodations for everyone so much easier. I highly recommend Magnolia Grace for small weddings with friends and family!
Response from Magnolia Grace on 07/15/2024
Thank you Savannah! We were so happy to host your beautiful wedding and we are so grateful...
that you selected Magnolia Grace for your special day!
Tonya J
5.0
2/21/2024
This venue is absolutely gorgeous! The grounds are landscaped beautifully and plenty of room for parking!
The main house is incredible!! It has been restored and beautifully deco...
rated. Everything is immaculate and fully stocked. The huge bathroom upstairs is perfect for a large group to get ready!
The best part is the huge magnolia tree that is original to the house and almost 100 years old!
Response from Magnolia Grace on 07/15/2024
Thank you Tonya! It was a pleasure to host you and we are so glad you enjoyed Magnolia Gra...
ce. We appreciate all the kind words!
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