Payne Corley House

rista were great at answering all of my questions along the way. We also loved having our rehearsal dinner at The Cottage where our guests raved about how great the food was. All our family and friends had an amazing time and we couldn’t be more grateful for a venue that holds such a special place in our hearts now.

nd professional. I would recommend this venue again and again. Thank you for making our wedding everything we wanted and more!

end Payne-Corley to anyone in search of a wedding venue.

so many questions and changes during planning) and also offered my family members to attend the food & beverage showcase since we could not make it in person. It can be stressful planning your wedding from a different state but they made the planning such a wonderful experience. I think planning experience is an important part of your special wedding and I really appreciated their help and support. I could not have done it without Krista and Hope. Our guests loved the food and the flower/decorations were so perfect and beautiful. I would highly recommend PCH if you are looking for a small-medium size wedding!

sy to work with and the day of was as perfect as we could have imagined! Special thanks to Karli and Bryana for making sure everything was picture perfect!

ng if the forecast changes last minute! Michael is an extremely talented chef and made truly excellent dishes including passed hors d'oeuvres, salads, a chicken, steak, and vegetarian entrée option, and sides. Our guests raved about the food! Krista and Bryana - our designated day of coordinator - were wonderful in helping our vision come to life and made our day run smoothly and beautifully! The whole team was responsive, flexible with our wants and needs, and made the whole experience wonderful from start to finish! We wouldn't change a thing! We absolutely 100% recommend PCH for your wedding/special event!

ough all the craziness that comes with a wedding. Krista and her team made a day that is often described as stressful, a day that was special, memorable, and enjoyable. The attention to detail was second to none, and all the staff were so kind and helpful. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a fabulous wedding venue!

g, reception or both! It southern charm captivates you the moment you pull into the driveway! The oldest living Saucer Magnolia tree in the state of Georgia greets you at the front. Upon entry into the front door, a magnificent vintage home, warm and cozy, with all the elements of hardwood floors, candelabra light fixtures, gorgeous decorations and layout are descriptive of a blast from the past. The appetizers and food choices was nothing short of spectacular! Days after our wedding, my guests are still raving about the bacon wrapped scallops, filet and pecan crusted chicken. Even people with allergies were handled with specific care! I have NEVER been to an establishment in all my many years of weddings, to receive such kind, attentive and professional people from the kitchen staff to the Chef. A small alcove in the reception hall is the perfect host for entertainment. Even more significant is that I could not have asked for a more worthy Wedding Coordinator and Owner, Krista, along with, Hope, the Director of Sales, to keep me sane and fulfill our reception dreams. A everlasting memory of family, friends, fun and food to delight us forever. It was simply perfection!

oothly, they are experts leaving us in good hands. Due to considerations with COVID-19 and costs, my now-husband and I decided on the micro-wedding package as it was a perfect blend between a small, intimate gathering and a fun, glamorous celebration. It also had all the necessary bells and whistles, which was fine with us as we wanted the entire thing to be simple and enjoyable. We had the pleasure of meeting Krista, one of the owners of PCH. She was also cordial, funny, and was our first point of contact when we were choosing venues. Touring the facilities, we understood why people raved so much about this place - everything is absolutely beautiful! From the house to the fields along the huge magnolia tree, there are so many places that make for amazing backdrops. Already we knew this place won our hearts. Hope became our coordinator and she was lovely, informative, and helpful. She was our go-to for any concerns, questions, and ideas; and she’s entertained them with enthusiasm. On the days leading to our wedding, she was on top of things regarding vendors, designs, and timelines. It’s certainly a sigh of relief for any bride to have things taken care of while you relax on your big day. Looking back on our wedding day, I can say with confidence that PCH made the experience everything I’ve dreamed of. The florals, thanks to Abby’s at the Cottage, looked fresh and beautiful; the pavilion, which served as our altar, looked amazing; and overall, the feel of the entire thing just felt light, airy, and happy - all things I longed to see and feel. We had our ceremony outdoors by the pavilion and our reception inside. Our guests raved so much about the atmosphere and of course, the food. Chef Michael, also one of the other owners of PCH, truly made some flavorful, amazing dishes. We had chicken and waffles as well as twice baked potatoes for cocktail hour. And for our entree, we had pecan-crusted chicken and grilled corn and grit cakes - wow, I was blown away at how delicious everything was! For dessert, we had a nice vanilla cake from PCH and even had a bananas foster station on the side. Happy bellies make for happy guests! I try really hard to look for cons, but there isn’t anything major I can think of. They say your wedding day goes by fast, so sometimes I wish the night went on for longer as we were having so much fun. I still dream of the big day and how magical and perfect everything was - all thanks to PCH.

PCH was very good to us on the planning and replanning of the wedding. The staff was exceptional and everyone was so helpful . Thank you Hope for showing us around PCH the first time we visited, and then helping us on the special day - Thank you PCH

chose them over other nearby venues because they were so much more attentive. You don't just need a beautiful venue, but you need a reliable and caring team for your wedding day! We loved PCH!

ibly helpful, efficient, and friendly. They went above and beyond throughout the planning process and day-of to ensure that every detail was handled. They truly thought of everything- including a day-of emergency kit in the bridal suite and snacks for the wedding party prior to the ceremony! We were able to be present and truly enjoy our wedding day with family and friends, knowing that the incredible staff had everything handled. This was such a gift. We also loved the incredible food and waitstaff. It was such a blessing to have the food handled in-house, and we really appreciated being able to work with the chef to select and customize our menu without feeling overwhelmed. The entire waitstaff was incredibly professional and friendly. Many of our guests were complimentary of the delicious food and the kind waitstaff even weeks after the event! Finally, the beauty and elegance of the setting is unmatched. Deciding on decor was simple because the property is already so stunning! There are so many beautiful background options for photos as well. We loved the outdoor ceremony space, and while the house is conveniently located just steps from downtown Duluth, the outdoor ceremony space felt quiet and peaceful. The venue had plenty of space (inside, outside, and parking) for our 90 guests, while still allowing the event to feel intimate and warm, which was exactly what we had hoped for for our guests. The PCH was the most amazing venue for our wedding day, and we are so very grateful to the wonderful PCH staff. We can’t recommend the Payne-Corley House enough!

book this place. We are so glad we did - we are still hearing from our guests about how gorgeous the location was, how much fun they had, and how great the food was. We also had to postpone our wedding due to COVID, and they were very understanding and accommodating. Hope, Krista, and the incredible staff at PCH made it a beautiful night to remember!

helpful and easy to work with. I would use them anytime for other events.

nue, I put my faith in Krista and her staff and they made me the happiest Bride ever. The venue, food, location, decorations, staff, customer service and floral arrangements by Abby, a Bride couldn't ask for anything more. I highly recommend Payne-Corley House for any special celebration.

a tree we were sold. We worked with Krista who was amazing and took care of everything. Our guests are still raving about the food and overall feel of our day. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Highly recommend!

ng, to the one-off questions we had, to the food & beverage showcase, to the actual wedding day - this was the perfect venue! First off, it is BEAUTIFUL inside the house & outside on the grounds. There were so many options of where to get married, and they were flexible with us if we needed to quickly change due to weather! We had Krista for our wedding coordinator, and she was amazing! She answered all of our questions leading up to the big day, was flexible with us, and even helped solve a last minute hiccup during the rehearsal (highly recommend using their preferred vendors too, as they have great relationships with PCH). The food at the venue was truly THE BEST wedding food we have ever had! Our guests are still talking to us about how good the food was! We had our rehearsal dinner at PCH’s Cottage On Main (next door, same property), and both nights of food were amazing. You truly will not be disappointed if you book your wedding at the Payne-Corley House! Our day was wonderful, but having it at this venue truly made it even better! I could go on & on, but check it out for yourself and you’ll see why we loved it so much! Thank you to Krista & her team, we are so appreciative of you and will never forget our perfect day at the Payne-Corley House!

rything was flawless. There was absolutely no stress during the process! The food is probably some of the best food I’ve ever eaten in my entire life. So many guests raved about it as well! It is fresh and made right there at PCH. The staff is exceptional! Everyone is so knowledgeable and helpful no matter what. They truly want every couple to have a perfect experience!! The prices are fair and reasonable too. Worth every penny! I wish I could relive my wedding over and over each day! It was so special.

s raved about the food and feeling special. All the food was so delicious. Every detail was tended to and we could all just enjoy the evening. Loved all of the outdoor options we could use before and after the dinner. Can't recommend this venue enough!

, and I didn’t have to worry about a thing from set up to wrangling vendors to food service. It was a beautiful place to get married and a wonderful way to start our lives together

ecision. Thank you to PCH for everything!!!

ding coordinator, Jen. The venue was beautiful and the catering delicious- all of our guests had the best time. We will always be thankful to the Payne Corley House for everything they did to help make our wedding day so special.