Sawyer Family Farmstead

and her attention to detail is incredible. She really killed it with everything for our ceremony and wedding as well as the planning leading up to the big day! It was stress free as she was able to handle all of the day of details and so much of the planning in the months prior to our big day. The venue itself is gorgeous overlooking the lake with the beautiful pergola and reception barn. All of the details throughout the farm are beautiful. We are so grateful to have found Sawyer Family Farmstead and highly, highly recommend them!

from Charleston, SC and Nicole and her support staff were professional, prompt, and so helpful in planning a wedding from another state. The farm itself is breathtaking and has everything you need to choose from to help make your wedding uniquely represent you and your significant other. You do not have to worry about rental companies and surprise fees or a tent if it rains. They have you covered! On top of this, Nicole was the best day of coordinator I could have imagined! So if you are trying to decide on a venue, save your energy and just book Sawyer Family Farmstead, you will be so happy you did.

e could not have picked a more beautiful space to share these special moments at or more wonderful people to work with. Nicole, Myra, Tom and Emily - you are every bride's dream team! Every detail was executed to perfection, and you were so accommodating to our requests and readily available throughout the whole planning process to help answer questions and weigh-in on decisions. Many of our guests said it was the most magical wedding they've ever been to and could not say enough wonderful things about the venue. Chris and I wish we could come back and do it all over again as a guest! It truly was the best day of our lives. SFF is a special place run by special people. We plan to come back to each year to celebrate our anniversary with a SFF Christmas tree.

ily. I mention all four because each one of them made sure every detail was perfect in an atmosphere of love, joy, and ease. Nicole is a force not to be believed! Her attention to every single aspect of the wedding day is unparalleled, never appearing to be anything but calm, happy to accommodate, and genuinely joyful about her work. The actual physical venue is so beautiful, again with such attention to the smallest details. We were blessed with incredible weather, so the marriage ceremony on the mountaintop was extraordinary! The rehearsal dinner also took place there and was equally well done by their staff! We are so grateful to everyone there and highly, highly recommend them!!

Myra are so sweet. Nicole absolutely went above and beyond during the whole year of planning. It rained, like down pour, the day of my wedding. Nicole and the rest of the staff was so wonderful in keeping everyone and everything organized. She truly made the best of the situation and kept me clam during all the last minute changes. I would recommend this venue to every engaged couple!

ly everything including all the flowers and decor. She made everything so simple....i sent her pictures and ideas i had for my wedding and she did the rest! she never once said she couldnt do something for me (and believe me im REALLY picky) Thank you Nicole and Myra and to all the staff at SFF for doing such a spectacular job. There wasnt a thing i would have changed (well maybe the dj cuz he didnt play the songs i requested but thats ok, he was a nice guy and we had a blast anyway). Also we went through Randevu for catering and let me tell you something...they are INCREDIBLE...not only mouth watering food, but the most friendliest staff you will ever meet. We had both our rehearsal dinner there and they catered our wedding and i wouldnt of wanted it any other way! We were so lucky to have found them. 5-20-17💜

nted by the beautiful autumnal scenery and comfortable temperatures that allowed our guests to relax before and during our wedding ceremony. Some of our favorite pictures from that day feature the sun setting behind the ceremony arbor where we said our "I do's". The rustic yet chic reception barn made for a picturesque celebration for all of our friends and family to enjoy! From the open-air dance floor, to the family-style farm tables, and even s'mores at the fire pit, our guests loved every single inch of Sawyer Family Farmstead throughout our reception! We can't say enough wonderful things about the staff! They made us feel like part of the Sawyer family as we planned and celebrated our big day! Nicole Wade is a dream to work with, managing every important detail and family member and eliminating the any stress a bride and groom may feel. We had everything we needed in our respective bridal and groom's cottages to make preparations relaxing and enjoying with our bridal party members. She kept our day to the schedule we created and made sure we got alone time to enjoy o a moment together (with food!) before making our entrance as husband and wife. Everything from our arrival that morning to our sparkler send off was organized, easy, and absolutely perfect! Sawyer Family Farmstead is the BEST backdrop for a magical wedding day that you will treasure for a lifetime!

inated EVERYTHING, making our wedding day very enjoyable and relaxing. From the beginning, Nicole was organized, responsive, and excellent to work with. Everything ran so smoothly; we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. My husband and I both agree that there wasn’t a single thing about our day we would have changed or didn’t go as planned. Nicole and her staff are to thank for that! We can’t wait to revisit the farmstead and staff on anniversaries for years to come! Sawyer Family Farmstead holds a special place in our hearts forever.

out how unique, clean and seamless the evening turned out to be. We continue to hear comments about how beautiful, fun and wonderfully different our wedding was. Every last detail was accounted for by the Farmstead - from rewiring the dance floor to accommodate our band's electrical needs to moving very heavy pews to the ceremony site to collecting our belongings at the end of the night along with a takeaway dinner, we did not have to worry about a single thing - such a relief when you're in a happy daze! The SFF team made us feel like a King and Queen. Tom, Myra and Nicole are such personable, warm and passionate folks, and we feel so blessed to have them be a part of our special day! A million thanks to you and your staff.

her team are wonderful as well. From the moment we booked, Nicole helped me get all the best vendors. Throughout the process, she had so many great ideas we incorporated into the wedding. It really helped having someone with so much experience guide me through the process. When we booked with SFF, I knew the wedding was going to be beautiful. But the day of was beyond any expectation my husband and I had. Almost every guest came up to me at some point and said how gorgeous it was. So many said it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been too and felt like they were in a fairy tale! I felt like I was in one too!! Thank you so much SFF and Nicole for everything and making our dream come true!!!

hole process so easy on us. Whenever I got overwhelmed about a certain planning step she would reassure me and help me refocus. I had several family members tell me that they had never worked with such a competent wedding planner. She was so organized and made sure the timeline the day of was kept. I was much more calm on the day of than I expected because of her and the staff continuously checking in on me and updating while I was getting ready. The venue was absolutely gorgeous. I had several of my wedding guests tell me how much they loved it. The natural greenery of the christmas trees, the easy flow of the layout of the property, the lighting of the property at night made it feel magical. To say the least my now husband and I would not change a thing about our wedding day or the planning process. It was worth every penny.

iry tale like setting with beautiful views and rustic charm. Nicole was so helpful and accommodating as our wedding planner in every aspect of our wedding We could email, text or call her anytime and she was always helpful with any concerns we might have. The attention to detail and perfection was present throughout the ceremony as well as reception. I give Sawyer a 5+++. If you want to get married in an absolutely romantic and idyllic setting, we recommend you venture to Sawyer. It is like a little piece of heaven nestled in the beautiful mountains of NC!

all of the others we worked with, is nothing short of amazing. Our daughter and her husband had the most incredible wedding on May 21, 2016. When I asked them the day after "now that it is over, is there anything at all you would have changed"...their response "absolutely not, it was perfect." As a mother, those are the best words that could be heard. Thank you to Sawyer's, their dream wedding was fulfilled.

mmute to visit & were welcomed with open arms. Nicole is one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet & her staff were just as awesome! We were fully informed of everything that their venue could accommodate, & were highly pleased. We were even told that arrangements could be made for anything we may would want to do differently. We even used all outside vendors who were not on the given vendor list. Nicole knows exactly what she's doing & is very good at keeping a frazzled bride on track! I can honestly say my day was way more laid back then I would have ever thought & I know it's because of how beautiful the farmstead is & how knowledgable the staff are! I would recommend the farmstead to anyone looking for the PERFECT place to tie the knot!

es to planning and décor they have impeccable taste. Sawyers rank at the top and should be on every Bride and Grooms must see list.

ER !!!! Highly recommend.

sold when we made the trip up to the pergola and saw the amazing view. With that being said, as the tour went on it was made clear that the desires of my fiancé and myself were lower on the priority list than taking our money and choosing their preferred vendors. I was made to feel as though the photographer I have chosen was not good enough simply because they had never worked with her before. The entire group that I brought with me felt judged, and we left the venue very upset. Ultimately, I chose not to have my wedding at this location because I could never imagine begin unhappy on my wedding day due to rude comments coming from someone who should be supportive. I hope that others will take this into consideration when looking at this venue and remember that all that glitters is not always gold.

spectacular view. We had our ceremony up on the hill overlooking the lake and mountains, and our reception at the barn,every inch of this place is jaw dropping. Aside from the amazing location, I think one of the greatest assets this venue has to offer is the Coordinator. She is just fantastic. The whole team is really fantastic. Nicole is there from start to finish to make sure everything runs smoothly for both you and your guests. I'm glad I had Nicole to help us plan our wedding, she made the whole process much easier, and I planned an out of state wedding. But all her recommendations were great. My guests are still talking about my wedding venue and how stunning the whole day was. There are truly no words to describe the beauty of this place. Would deff recommend this venue to everyone.

ace for our families & friends to visit since all of our guests would be out of towners. From the moment we stepped out of the car and took a short golf cart ride to the pergola, we knew it was the place for us. How could we pass up the gorgeous view of Lake Glenville and the Christmas trees?! Seeing all of the photos online and then finally seeing it in person is just breathtaking. The entire property is so well maintained and decorated beautifully and it will truly leave your guests saying “wow!”. The venue also includes so many unique décor items, tables and chairs (for ceremony AND reception), farm tables, and fun painted shabby chic tables that you won’t be able to find at most places unless you rent them from a vendor or purchase yourself. Nicole made the planning process so easy and smooth, was very quick to respond to emails, and had great recommendations for local vendors in the area when we were having a difficult time finding them on our own. Being an event planner myself, I thought I would have a difficult time “letting go” the day of our wedding and separating myself from the setup but Nicole and her team did a phenomenal job of making the day go flawlessly and creating a beautiful ceremony & reception space that was exactly what we had wished for. The only thing I would definitely point out to future brides is to make sure you get the hotel room blocks organized EARLY in your planning because there are only a handful of places that are a few minutes away from the venue. We specifically used Cashiers Village Inn, Laurelwood Inn, and Hampton Inn & Suites and had great feedback from our guests. Also another big point to consider is that all the hotels are (2) night minimums during certain times of the year (we got married on June 6th) so be sure your guests know this information as well. Nicole, Myra, Tom, Chad, (and Maggie!) – Thank you all SO much for making this the most perfect wedding weekend we could have ever imagined and for creating this magical place for everyone to enjoy! You made us and our guests feel at home and we are so excited to visit you guys every year to get a Christmas tree! Thanks again for everything! Lauren

ng the venue and getting to spend a weekend getaway in the mountains. The new bridal cottage was so fun to try and relax and get ready for the day with my bridesmaids. The groomsmen cottage was a great place for the guys to hang out before the wedding. Overall, the venue has so much to offer for you and your guests!

g advise, and getting us to the big day. On our wedding day she or someone else was always there to help out and direct our guests where to go. Sawyer made our wedding day absolutely perfect from both the amazing view and their service. Thank you Nicole, Myra, Tom and everyone else who helped!!

wedding, they made the day work like a well-oiled machine. We were privileged to not only get married at such a beautiful venue, but we were blessed by their care and attention. During the wedding planning process, Nicole provided contacts to vendors that fit our budget when we needed them, and they took time to check on us as we got closer and closer to the wedding. I felt such comfort and ease working with this venue and would highly recommend it for other brides to be. Not only is it beautiful, but it is full of people who genuinely care.

owed me around the property and the more she showed me, the more I fell in love! It felt like a secret garden oasis with a rustic atmosphere. This venue really spoke to me because it had a relaxing feel to it and I knew my wedding guests would not only feel at home, but feel relaxed. I felt like they could truly enjoy themselves. There is so much to offer them from a fire pit to a pond to rocking chairs overlooking the lake. I've come home and it feels like a fairy tale come true.

ith the Blue Ridge Mountains as our backdrop! Every guest was in awe of how spectacular the scenery was! Since this venue is located on an actual Christmas Tree farm the scenery surrounding us was beautiful as well. Loads of trees and beautiful grounds as well! After the ceremony at the outdoor pergola we retreated to the big barn type venue to enjoy our cocktails and appetizers on a beautiful wooden deck complete with rocking chairs and a smore fire pit ready to fire up the smores for the guests! The atmosphere was laid back and since we were in the mountains the temperatures were heavenly! We did have rain off and on all morning and worried we could not do our outdoor ceremony, but thank the Lord the rain not only held off but the sun finally came out too! One of the reasons we chose Sawyers was because they had a contingency plan in case it did rain so that our event would have gone on as planned rain or shine! The barn for the reception was amazing! It has lots of wood all around it and a very big dance floor and a patio that is covered which can open up to the reception and the beautiful outside! We had a great photo booth and a great game of corn hole for our guests to enjoy! They have these amazing vine orbs that have white lights around them hanging from the ceiling which gives the room this wonderful rustic but warm feel as well!! Now let me tell you about the amazing people who own and run this wonderful facility! Myra & Tom Sawyer along with their son and daughter in law Nicole are there every step of the way to help you not only plan but execute the wedding you envision! Myra has quite an eye for detain and will make your room look romantic and cozy all at the same time! She went out of her way for my family throughout our process. Nicole Wade her daughter in law was our go to planner for our wedding and I must tell you that once she took over our wedding she took care of every single detail you could imagine! Any time I had a question or concern she would respond immediately and we would either figure it out together or she would fix it for me! She made our day feel so special and took care of the smallest of details! I felt so relaxed that day because I knew she would be able to fix anything we needed or wanted! She was my lifesaver and I could not have gotten through this day with out her and Myra & Tom!! This venue and location was breathtaking and I would recommend it to anyone! It was a very special place and when it was all put together it just took my breath away! If the mountains are where you want to be surrounded by natural beauty then Sawyer Family Farmstand is the place you need to be! You will not be disappointed....I promise!

l the best vendors and will negotiate the best price for you. I highly recommend this venue and Tasha as a planner.

it look beautiful. The owners have done a great job with the landscaping, buildings, and decorations, so it's naturally amazing already. Our decision to have Tasha work with us as our coordinator was one of the best we made. She more than paid for herself with the money she saved us and great vendors she found. I felt at ease because Tasha was available and was knowledgable about every detail that needed to be accomplished. Because I lived about 7 hours away from the Farmstead before the wedding, the planning process could have been extremely stressful. But Tasha stepped in, meeting with vendors, going by the church where our ceremony was held even just to count parking spaces, and making herself available to anything we needed. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and went so smoothly. I would recommend Sawyer Family Farmstead to anyone! Our guests were blown away with how beautiful and fun the atmosphere was.

if I had to do it again!

en it came to planning my big day. They offer several packages to help with your wedding planning. I chose package B and Tasha the event planner was awesome! She was extremely attentive and professional. It was worth every penny and I highly recommend it. If you haven't checked out Sawyer Family Farmstead for your big day yet, you must do so soon! You will be very impressed.

ing hosts. I am still getting compliments to this day, one and a half years later, about what a beautiful location it was. The Sawyer family completely exceeded all of my expectations with the personal touches of decorative flowers, and the theme-matching vintage wagon,and chalkboard sign with our names, indicating that our guests were at the right place. I had originally requested a hay ride for guests to take from the parking lot to the top of the hill, and even though the trailer that they usually use was out of commission, they still managed to provide one, and even decorated it with quilts. I had a major "wardrobe malfunction," following the ceremony and, to make a very long story short(er), the Sawyer family stepped up, and completely saved the wedding! If you are even considering holding your event at the Sawyer Family Farmstead, do yourself a HUGE favor and book it immediately! You will not regret it!