Romantic Timeless Southern Charm
Jamie Copenhaver
WEDDING COORDINATOR
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AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
At Separk Mansion, we take great pride in curating exceptional wedding experiences. With over eight years of expertise, our dedicated team has orchestrated countless wedding celebrations, ensuring that each event is genuinely unforgettable. What sets us apart from other venues is our commitment to offering stress- free all-inclusive wedding services.
Dating back to 1919, This romantic Italian Renaissance revival mansion features a private formal garden for ceremonies, multiple outdoor locations perfect for cocktail hour, dressing rooms, and a large main ballroom adorned with crystal chandeliers. Big beautiful windows provide natural light to make your wedding day picture-perfect. We can't wait to help you say "I do"!
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$14,500
Reception
$14,500
Ceremony
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Bar services
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Catering
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- Couples usually spend $19,850
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Mar-Jun and Sept-Nov.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Ballroom
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Jamie CopenhaverWedding CoordinatorMeet Jamie! She loves her two kids, husband, and two dogs. She has been married for 10 years and has worked in the event industry for nearly 9. With a degree in journalism and public relations from UNC Charlotte, Jamie is here to ensure your wedding day is a huge success!
- Hannah JenkinsWedding CoordinatorMeet Hannah! She loves her dogs and her family! She got married in September 2024 and planned it herself! She majored in Business at Brevard College and has a background in event management. She has been working in the event industry for the last 3.5 years and loves all the personal aspects of a wedding. She looks forward to connecting with our Separk couples about all of the little details that make each event at Separk different! This super creative gem is an amazing asset to our team!
- Tessa GladwellWedding CoordinatorMeet Tessa! She loves her two sisters and younger brother, along with her dogs Olive and Birdie. She graduated from Elon University after studying French, Psychology, and Sales. With 6 years of customer service experience, - 2 of which in the event planning industry - she is here to talk through all of the options for your big day to ensure everything goes smoothly!
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0192 reviews
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Separk Mansion near Charlotte receives glowing reviews from numerous couples who found the venue stunning and the staff exceptional. The wedding planning process was described as stress-free, with high praise for coordinators like Hannah, Christine, Caylea, and Amy. Guests were impressed by the venue's beauty, all-inclusive packages, including linens, catering, and alcohol, and the helpful vendor recommendations. The efficient planning, professional coordination, and seamless execution of weddings were highlighted as major strengths of Separk Mansion, making it a top choice for couples looking for a dream wedding venue.Review photos
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Michael H
5.0
12/10/2024
If you are trying to decide where to get married, choose here. We got married at Separk Mansion in December, we picked it as our venue a little over a year before. From the very beginning they made wedding planning easy, from being all inclusive with food, bar, and dessert especially. All the way through wedding planning Separk mansion and its staff, especially the owners and Jamie, made sure to accommodate every single detail we requested. The food was phenomenal, the bar was perfect, the desserts and cake were outstanding. The venue itself looked absolutely stunning. The layout was perfect, the timeline flowed perfectly. Jamie did a phenomenal job from start to end, everyone was very very easy to work with. This place is the best simply put!!
Mariah S
5.0
4/30/2024
Hannah and the team at Separk made sure my wedding day went off without a flaw. From day 1 of wedding week until the end of my wedding day Hannah and her team were there to answer any and all my questions. So professional and polite no matter how worried I was. I gave them my dreams in a photo and they made sure everything went as planned. I could not appreciate the vendor coordination more, and the recommendations for vendors was also top tier, I found my photographer through their recommendations and I could not have made a better decision. You cannot go wrong with Separk 😊
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Jessica P
5.0
1/21/2024
Separk is the absolute BEST venue near Charlotte! The venue itself is gorgeous, inside and out. And the team is amazing. I would 100% recommend!! They made our wedding an absolute dream.
Danielle F
5.0
11/29/2023
Our wedding at Separk was amazing. Hannah was great and everything went so smoothly on the day of. Could not have asked for a more perfect day!
Brittany D
5.0
11/18/2023
I saw Separk Mansion online & fell in love! I loved locally & never knew it existed, but it is in such a great location! Caylea was absolutely amazing in helping to plan/coordinate and answering any & all questions I had! My wedding at Separk was truly everything I dreamed of!
Nickie F
5.0
11/18/2023
EXCELLENCE. PROFESSIONALISM. TOP TIER! My husband and I absolutely LOVED our Separk experience. The planning was stress-free. Professionalism was on point. The venue is charming and has so much rich character. Our coordinator, Caylea Berger, was so friendly and relatable. She made our experience one to remember. I would HIGHLY recommend Separk to any bride and groom!
Polly R
5.0
11/18/2023
One of the greatest decisions was choosing to have our wedding at Separk!!!! It was the most beautiful venue. All of our guests were in total awe of the venue. The day was exactly what I dreamt of!! The staff and our coordinator Caylea made everything seamless - from the planning to the day of. I couldn’t possibly recommend Separk and Caylea more!!!
Caroline W
5.0
6/19/2023
What an excellent experience. The venue is beautiful and gives you optionality for having indoor and outdoor events without having to necessarily rent a tent for a rain plan. Separk made wedding plan so much easier than we thought it would be. Their package includes so many small things that we didn’t have to seek externally - linens, tables/chairs, alcohol, and partnerships with catering for food, flowers, and cake, which saved us a ton of time. Their wedding planning one to two months before the wedding also saved us from having to hire an external planner. Plus, the Separk employees know the venue better than anyone else, so having them coordinate the planning made more logistical sense. We felt like all of our requests were accommodated for the wedding day and felt that the planners made everything run so smoothly that we didn’t have a single complaint regarding logistics on wedding day. Caylea, the venue manager, was very patient with us throughout the planning process, and made us feel like we were a priority. If I was to do it all again, Separk would be my number one option. It’s close proximity to Charlotte and has everything you need. We are so thankful for Separk making our wedding the best day ever!
Kelly M
5.0
6/13/2023
My husband and I were beyond impressed with how Hannah, our coordinator, and the Separk staff turned our wedding dream into a reality! We went with the all-inclusive package, and it was worth every penny. There truly was no hidden fees! Our entire family and guests can not stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and how much fun they had. We highly recommend the Separk Mansion to anyone looking for a great wedding venue who will work with you and your budget!
Britton D
5.0
4/15/2023
Britton & myself recently got married at Separk Mansion in March & had the most wonderful experience from start to finish. From the first day that we toured Separk Mansion until the day of we were treated amazing by the staff and extremely pleased with the process. Christine McBurney, our wedding coordinator, was AMAZING!! She made the experience so great. Separk prides themselves on being a one stop shop for all of your wedding needs when booking at that does not stop at the food, alcohol, vendors, etc…. The people is what really set Separk apart for us. Christine was extremely responsive, helpful, & kind, she would not stop until everything was exactly how we waned it the day of!
We really enjoyed the grand tasting, trying all of the food options with other couples, it was a nice way to get to know others & hear folks thoughts about their favorite food. The meetings leading up were very organized and productive, the spacing of the meetings worked nicely as well, so leading up the big day we felt very prepared.
They day of could not have gone smoother. The Separk staff had everything very prepared, organized, and ready to make our day extremely special.
Having Tin Kitchen as a food option is unreal, seriously some of the best food we have had, our guest still to this day are raving about how good our food was. (the Brussel sprout casserole is life changing, trust me) & the Sunflour Bakery cake was an obvious hit (yes the cake is included in your package as well as a tasting 😊)
I think it goes without saying, but the property speaks for itself, absolutely stunning! Highly recommend the rose garden cocktail hour, this space is great for mingling.
Overall we could not be more happy with how our wedding went at Separk. Christine and the entire Separk staff put on the wedding of our dreams and it was the best day ever!
Shaila R
5.0
1/05/2023
Separk Mansion and their staff made our wedding day SO magical. We had the time of our lives. There is not one thing we would change.
1. The planning process with Separk was seamless. We had 3 Total meetings with our coordinator, Amy as well as follow up emails. Each meeting was well planned out and really helped us make our dream wedding a reality. We chose the all inclusive package and it was the best decision we ever made. I am a type A person and I can confidently say that I was able to relax and enjoy getting ready and taking photos with no worries. Amy and the Separk team did such an amazing job setting up everything and also stayed in contact with all of our other vendors.
2. Separk is such a beautiful venue. I’m a history buff so the fact that Separk as such rich history really stood out to me. The Mansion is so well kept and the original charm shines through! Our guest raved about the beauty of Separk and how one of a kind venue it was.
3. Our Coordinator Amy was so amazing. She had everything planned to the T and wasn’t afraid to speak up to keep the day running smoothly. We had a very large wedding party and Amy made sure we all stayed on track. She also helped me calm my nerves multiple times and didn’t bat an eye when I emailed her with last min changes.
Marianne W
5.0
12/17/2022
Our wedding at Separk Mansion was absolutely perfect! The all-inclusive package made wedding planning really easy and as stress-free as possible. They have a great preferred vendors list, we used many of their vendors and loved all of them. The getting ready rooms were great (lots of mirrors for the girls, a TV and a game for the guys), and the venue is so beautiful. There were lots of options for both the ceremony and the cocktail hour, all of which are beautiful. Our guests raved about the food, venue, etc. for weeks. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to get married.
Amanda C
5.0
12/15/2022
Our experience with Separk was beyond words. I dragged my fiancé to 10+ venues around the Charlotte area without finding one that checked all the boxes, but the second we stepped foot into Separk we knew it was perfect. First of all, it's simply stunning with a gorgeous flow of outdoor and indoor spaces, and a rain plan that we would've been perfectly happy with had the weather not cooperated. The old-timey Italian ballroom complete with stunning chandeliers, a beautiful staircase, and the black and white tile room allowed us to envision a reception that wouldn't require too much decor. We also loved the getting ready suites upstairs and of course the outdoor gardens. What really sold us on Separk, though, were the amazing coordinators. These girls are so professional, knowledgeable, and kind, and we felt certain we were in good hands.
The all-inclusive package is perfect to take care of multiple vendors all at once (catering, cake, bar, linens, centerpieces, etc) and it includes 2 months of planning . We worked with Christine who patiently answered all of my questions and follow-up emails quickly and with kindness. They truly think of everything and helped build out the full-day timeline. I believe we had 3 meetings total and it was plenty of time to work through all of the little details. I appreciated that they had experience doing things like a cookie table (I'm from Pittsburgh and it was important to me to have one!), and were willing to do what it would take to bring our vision to life, including opening the French doors during our reception to have an indoor/outdoor feel which we loved. We felt confident that we would be in good hands on the day of.
A few days before the wedding, Christine let us know that she had gotten sick and that Caylea would be filling in as our day-of coordinator. This last-minute change was unexpected but Christine reassured me she had gone over everything with Caylea and things would go smoothly. Caylea kindly got on the phone with me for an hour as we talked through all the details and small things I had brought up to Christine through the planning process. As promised, Christine had given Caylea the complete run-down and no detail was left unmentioned. I felt so calm going into Saturday knowing that this change would not affect my day.
Everything about our wedding could not have been nicer. I gasped when I saw how beautifully everything had been set up and Caylea did a great job moving things along throughout the day and into the night. If anything went wrong, I certainly didn't notice! Our schedule ran a little behind (our fault) but Caylea worked with our DJ to rearrange some events in the timeline and things still flowed seamlessly. I also had a fashion emergency at the end of the night where my dress came un-bustled but Caylea sprang into action and pinned my dress back into place. Then, they kindly let us go past our end-time so that I could have one last fun dance with everyone before the send-off.
Huge thank you to everyone at Separk, especially Christine and Caylea, for giving us the wedding of our dreams. We truly could not have had a better experience!
Mary Elizabeth F
5.0
12/13/2022
I CANNOT say enough great things about Separk Mansion. They provided us with a fairy tale wedding. The coordinators went above and beyond to make sure our day was as stress free as possible. They ensured that our vendors were coordinated and the set up was handled! The venue is gorgeous with tons of glam. Separk Mansion is the perfect indoor wedding venue with countless options. The entire process was very enjoyable, and we were made to feel so special. Separk Mansion made our wedding an extraordinaire affair that all guests enjoyed!
Chelsea R
5.0
11/08/2022
Separk mansion was an absolute dream to have for my wedding venue! The staff went above and beyond to help us and made sure everything went perfectly! I was very impressed with the communication throughout the whole process and Amy helping us through every little detail! The day of the wedding was perfect! Again the staff put everything together so beautifully and also worked alongside our other vendors to make sure there were no loose ends! I always dreamed of having my fairytale wedding and wanted nothing to go wrong and Separk definitely fulfilled my wish! I could not have picked a better venue and every person involved in our day will hold a special place in my heart forever!
Nadia A
5.0
11/05/2022
We highly recommend Separk for all engaged couples! Amy was absolutely great to work with throughout the entire process. She was super flexible with our meetings and super responsive to the many questions I had. Their all inclusive package is hands down the stress-free option to go with. All we had to do was choose from their options (ie. food, cake, and decor) and it was taken care of! The venue is absolutely stunning and decor only adds to its beauty. All of the Separk team is super knowledgeable and so so sweet. Amy executed our wedding day to perfection! If anything went wrong, I still have no idea because she handled everything that day! Separk made the ENTIRE wedding process relaxing and fun for my husband and I. I can’t thank Amy and the rest of the team enough for such an amazing wedding experience ❤️
Eva P
5.0
10/25/2022
Cannot recommend Separk enough! My husband and I just got married here over the weekend and everything was absolutely perfect. Caylea, our lead coordinator was so helpful every step of the way. Their package is an incredible value and the venue is so gorgeous you can do as many or as little florals and decor as you would like and it is still stunning. I cannot believe after looking at so many other venues/ hearing stories from friends how much more Separk gives you in their package. We found almost every one of our vendors through their preferred vendors list, we were able to email and ask questions and got timely responses with assistance and recommendations for months leading up to our big day, and we had to do little to no outsourcing for rentals! The whole team there is so knowledgeable and warm. Caylea was amazing at executing everything with perfection on wedding day and even did so many things behind the scenes I was unaware of such as fixing a friend of mine's heel when it broke and another girl's dress strap (neither were in the bridal party either, just guests who needed a hand!). That to me was class, someone who went above and beyond to make sure that every single person was taken care of. I have no clue how she does it day in and day out but I am so thankful for the team there for making this entire process so relaxing and smooth for my husband and I. I would get married here a hundred times over and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a timeless venue that will leave a lasting impression on your guests and will be an amazing backdrop for your fairytale wedding.
Samantha M
5.0
10/14/2022
Our wedding was over 2 months ago and I'm still over the moon about our experience!!
My husband and I both have demanding jobs and knew that we needed help with a lot of the planning and logistics of the wedding day. We looked at Separk originally because of the all-inclusive accommodations but fell in LOVE with the venue and the staff! Everyone on their team was kind, professional, and proactive on anything that we may have needed throughout the process. I'll also note here that we had one of their more basic packages and about 100 guests so I don't believe any of our experience was influenced by us being "big spenders" and getting special treatment. We needed the planning help and found it very helpful to answer questions to our planner instead of having to go through online checklists and ask our own questions.
Every curveball they got was met with so much grace including a rogue vendor (that we picked) and forgotten boutonnieres (they crafted something very special with the leftover florals from the cake). The most touching moment of the day was finding that it was predicted to rain and that Caylea and the team had set up two different ceremony configurations just in case we couldn't get married in the garden. I honestly am still floored by how well they treated us.
I highly recommend anyone using this venue and their team/preferred vendors! A lot of my DIY friends did not end up saving as much as they thought and they were definitely more stressed. If I could scream our praises on rooftops, I would - in the meantime I'll leave them a lovely review. Thank you so much to Caylea and the Separk team!!
Samantha S
5.0
10/11/2022
Separk Mansion is absolutely incredible. Our coordinators Amy & Caylea were so professional and helpful, they made wedding planning a breeze and took so much stress off our shoulders. We were looking for an all-inclusive venue so that planning would be easy and I can truly say that I have zero regrets. We used all of the preferred vendors from the list Separk provided and every one of them was fantastic. Even the food was so good, I still have guests telling me it was the best wedding food they've had. I would highly recommend Separk!
Taylor L
5.0
9/29/2022
I can't say enough good things about Separk Mansion, but especially about Caylea and her team. You can easily see from photos the draw of Separk Mansion. Classic, elegant, and traditional. It's the type of venue that speaks for itself, and was a no brainer that the commute to Gastonia from Charlotte was worth it for everything you get. I joked with people often that because Separk does catering, beverages, linens, flatware, etc., it was a quick signing of the contract (less planning for me! woo!), but genuinely the all-inclusive package made it a breeze. The included caterer had a rough day for our tasting, and Caylea immediately heard my concerns, provided some context and information, and a few additional options. Planning a wedding - things aren't always going to go as you imagine. There will be snafu's, but I felt way more confident tackling any of those things that came my way with Caylea by my side. I always trusted her to give me the truth, and her professional opinion when I asked for it. She and her team are incredibly detailed and responsive which is the peace of mind every bride needs. Our day went incredibly - everything according to plan. And I've gotten so many compliments from guests on the mansion, decor, and most of all, the set up which we all know I had not a thing to do with. We are so thankful we chose Separk for our big day. My only word of advice is book the local hotel blocks soon after you book separk! It makes logistics easier for your guests, but truly, we all had such a great time, even with a drive back to Charlotte.
anonymous u
5.0
9/27/2022
I cannot say enough good things about Separk! As soon as I drove up to this venue I knew it was the one. It’s elegant, classy, modern and had everything we could have wanted. We were able to have our dream outdoor ceremony and still be inside for our reception. The space was perfect for our wedding size of 100 and could definitely have fit more people comfortably. The added bonus of having a wedding planner was fantastic, Christine helped us every step of the way and I could not have gotten through all of the wedding planning without her. Our wedding day was seamless and we didn’t have to worry about a thing since Separk had it all handled! Highly recommend Separk Mansion for your dream wedding!!
Rachel S
5.0
8/09/2022
We got married at Separk Mansion on July 23, 2022 and it was an absolute dream. We toured the venue in August 2021 and were blown away by how beautiful the venue was, how kind the team was, and how helpful the all inclusive package was that we signed our contract on the spot! As a couple, we've attended 16 weddings together, so we knew how much goes into wedding planning and were prepared to be overwhelmed/stressed out planning our own, but Christine (our amazing planner/day of coordinator) was helpful from the start, connecting us with vendors and helping every single one of our wedding dreams come true. She was a calming, encouraging presence throughout the process and our wedding day was even smoother than we imagined. Everyone tells you that your wedding day flies by in just the blink of an eye, but with Separk's team we had a chance to revel in and enjoy our day, because we didn't have to lift a finger. We can't recommend Separk Mansion enough!!! Not only is it beautiful, but it comes with an amazing team.
Hailey G
5.0
8/01/2022
My husband and I had the best experience at Separk! We knew we wanted a quick engagement and Christine was beyond helpful at pulling it all together in just 3 months. The day was more than we could have asked for! My husband and I along with our family and friends were truly able to enjoy the day as absolutely everything was taken care of from start to finish. I am so happy that we decided to get married at Separk!
Ariana R
5.0
7/24/2022
Separk Mansion was the best wedding venue ever. All-Inclusive is the way to go! I know the price can be scary but with everything included, it made everything so much less stressful and seamless. The coordinators are wonderful and quick to reach out, respond, and help make your dreams come true! I truly could not have asked for a better wedding day. Nothing I would change. I knew very early the Separk would be perfect for us and they did not disappoint!!
Paula S
5.0
7/19/2022
Separk Mansion genuinely surprised us. We arrived for our tour with zero expectations based on preconceived notions of what Gastonia had to offer and were completely blown away. We brought our daughters with us and their reaction to the mansion was that of Disney magic - they loved the chandeliers, the glamorous bridal suite mirror, floating candles in the fireplace and the "secret" gardens. It was the litmus test we needed, and we all agreed, the facility is gorgeous, and for our loved, elderly guest, it was accessible. During our meeting we learned that the Esquire Hotel a few blocks away frequently host wedding guests, and I can attest that it was booked solid and everyone absolutely loved the accommodations and restaurants in the area. The majority of our guests were traveling in from all over the country (and world!) and the proximity of Separk and The Esquire to Charlotte Douglas International Airport was also a deciding factor.
Since we are both working professionals, we were looking for as much help with the wedding process as possible and opted for their all-inclusive services. Despite being "all-inclusive," you are not limited to a single vendor for a service. Separk does have preferred vendors that they work with regularly and when choosing them for services, they flawlessly work together. We absolutely loved Delish Cakery, Pink Petunia Designs, Heirloom, Nelson String Quartet and Jeni Buchanan Photography. Another great feature of the mansion is while we obviously wanted to use the beautiful gardens, sometimes there are weather issues... Separk seamlessly transitioned our wedding indoors due to a crazy rainstorm and our guests enjoyed cocktail hour in the upstairs ballroom with the quartet while they transitioned from the ceremony to the reception layout downstairs.
The venue is wonderful, the staff are so kind and professional. You can always reach your coordinator and they truly make sure your needs are met and jump in to help when you need it (Christine, you rock!) Gastonia is really blossoming. We are a fan of the area (Separk, Webb Custom Kitchen, The Esquire, Poffie Girls) and would highly recommend this area and these venues to others. Separk made our wedding truly storybook and when we think back to that day... all we feel is magic.
Carly N
2.0
6/22/2022
There is no doubt that Separk Mansion is a picturesque place to get married. We fell in love with the venue and all of the beautiful spaces it offered (ballroom, gardens, veranda, bridal suite). Our wedding in May 2022 was a wonderful, fairy tale, magical day. However, the planning process with the team at Separk was not ideal. When we first booked with Caylea, things started out pretty smoothly. Later on as our wedding day approached, we were assigned to the new wedding coordinator who did not have any experience with wedding coordinating at all. Despite several planning meetings and emails where every single detail was discussed multiple times, many details on our wedding day were not carried out to plan. Some details were carried through correctly like centerpieces and personal decor, but despite all 3 coordinators being present on our wedding day, simple things that we requested and had confirmed with our coordinator were not carried out. Special dietary meals that we paid for were not brought out to guests, our DJ was not greeted and helped upon his arrival, our timeline of the day did not flow unless we or our bridal party spoke up, the Separk and catering staff did not wear masks as we had requested and had been told would definitely happen, coordinators began packing up our wedding decor very early during the reception while in view of guests, our car was brought around front WAY too early, among other important details that were not seen to fruition. Also, during the rehearsal and on the wedding day, our coordinator was arguing with bridal party members about lining up and the timing of walking out.
The other part of this process that was frustrating was how we noticed that Separk would increase prices on our invoice without informing us. There were a few occasions where Separk did not hold true to our contract and became unprofessional at times, making us (the clients who are already paying thousands of dollars) feel guilty and bad about asking for them to simply hold up their end of the contract. To top it all off, when my parents received their refunded $500 security deposit in the mail after the wedding, the name was written out completely wrong (Separk was unable to copy a name properly from an email). Thankfully my dad was able to still deposit it, but when I called Shannon to let her know of the error, I remained professional while she had an attitude, did not apologize, and hung up on me. Overall, we attribute having a lovely wedding day to our friends, family, bridal party, and vendors, as well as the stunning spaces and views at Separk Mansion. The vendors we used for flowers, photography, cake, videography, and DJ were incredible and contributed to our enjoyment of our wedding day.
Even though I would not recommend it, if you choose to have your wedding at Separk I highly suggest you keep close tabs on your invoices, paperwork, and details from the coordinator. Read everything closely and be very clear on what you want and expect. Even though we did that and were very clear, our experience was not great. They use the term "all inclusive," yet that is rather misleading so ask questions. We hope that the Separk team increases their professionalism and chooses to serve future couples with respect, kindness, and positive customer service.
Donovan G
5.0
6/20/2022
Everyone dreams of their wedding day, hoping it will be spectacular and easy. To say our wedding at Separk was spectacular is an absolute understatement! Caylea and her team were a pleasure to work with: they were there for us every step of the way in the planning process, making sure all of our questions were answered, and helping us budget when necessary. They not only took care of our belongings on the day of, but also handled putting away gift, decorations, and food into the proper vehicles, allowing our wedding party and guests to focus on having fun and celebrating. They worked amazingly with all of our vendors, making the planning and day-of coordination as easy as possible. Our day was magical, largely due to the staff at Separk Mansion. We would gladly recommend them as a prime marriage venue.
Hannah S
5.0
6/11/2022
I literally couldn’t say enough good things about Separk Mansion and the team. We absolutely fell in love with the venue almost two years ago when we got engaged. We also fell in love with the fact that we could do an all inclusive package WITH A WEDDING COORDINATOR at a pretty reasonable price. Completely sold us! Although we booked our date almost two years ago, Separk never failed to answer my questions and keep me updated on my timeline the whole time. In January of this year, we got to meet our amazing coordinator Merit. I can’t begin to say how helpful she was throughout the whole process. If I had a question or concern, she had an answer and a solution. If I forgot something during the process, she remembered it. She made everything go so smoothly.
Our wedding couldn’t have been more perfect. We are now two weeks out and people are still talking about it and my husband and I are still dreaming about it. We love Separk and definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing venue with amazing people in a small town :)
Katelyn D
5.0
6/11/2022
My husband and I were recently married at Separk and couldn’t recommend this venue or team enough! We originally picked it because it has beautiful indoor and outdoor settings (with great rain plan options). While it’s true the grounds and architecture are breathtaking, I can confidently say working with Separk’s coordinator, Caylea, was the best part of our experience. From day one, she always made us feel cared for. We’re a vegan couple who requested an all vegan (and partially gluten free menu). While most venues/coordinators would do the bare minimum to meet our request, Caylea went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with what would be served. She has so much knowledge and is very organized which made the last few months of wedding planning much more manageable for us - and the day went off without a hitch. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day!
Alec G
5.0
6/10/2022
My new wife and I had the Pleasure of working with Christine from Separk Mansion. She was an amazing planner and event day coordinator. Everything went as smooth as I could have imagined.
From helping us walk through the wedding day in our meetings and setting our minds at ease, to the day of making sure everything went according to plan, Christine did it all for us. We were fully confident going into our wedding day what it was going to look like and had no doubts or concerns that something was not going to get done. The process was super easy as well. Separk has contracts with a food vendor, cake vendor, bar, and they have a ceremony area, cocktail hour area, and reception area all together. They set up and took down chairs and decorations as well. The only thing we had to figure out was an officiant, DJ, and flowers. That made it super easy and they even had an event for all the couples getting married this year as a way to taste all of the food that was offered by their vendor, in which we were able to choose what we wanted to serve. The food at the wedding was fantastic. What made us really feel at ease was they had a backup plan for weather that they were ready for as well. Luckily we did not have to use it but it was nice to know it was available if needed. If you are planning a wedding and do not know where to have your ceremony and reception, we highly recommend Separk Mansion. Our wedding day was perfect and incredibly stress free. Thank you again Christine for all of your help!
Sydney J
5.0
6/01/2022
Having Separk as our venue was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! They did a phenomenal job at making our wedding vision come to life. We worked with Meritt as our wedding planner and she did such a great job with every detail of our wedding. Our vendors loved working at Separk and raved about how organized and communicative they are with all the vendors. So much is included with their packages such as catering, your wedding cake, a beer & wine bar, decoration, and planning leading up until your day. Separk takes a lot off your plate during the planning process which made our engagement so much more enjoyable. We are so happy we were able to work with Separk and Meritt during such a special time in our lives!
Jessica T
5.0
5/31/2022
Our wedding at Separk was perfect, even though we had to use our back up plan due to rain for our ceremony & cocktail hour. We chose Separk for multiple reasons - our initial visit with Christine was just overall good vibes, she understood our needs right from the beginning. Separk has really good rain plan options. The all inclusive package and wedding planning simply just cannot be beat, the best value. The whole experience from booking to choosing the menu, to the small detail planning, to the rehearsal and finally the big day, it all went so smooth. Christine was amazing and just kept me calm (somehow). Would recommend Separk and their team over and over again. Thank you for making our day so wonderful!
Tai T
5.0
4/27/2022
Separk Mansion was the best venue for our wedding! We selected Separk’s all-inclusive option which included decor options, catering service for the reception, the cake, and wedding coordinating. The staff were responsive, attentive and truly assisted in making sure our wedding day was flawless!
Elise A
5.0
4/25/2022
Any exception that my husband and I had for our wedding, Separk exceeded! The entire process from booking the venue to the end of our wedding was stress free and we really enjoyed working with the entire separk team, but especially Caylea, our wedding coordinator. Caylea was responsive, friendly, incredibly easy to work with and professional and we knew we were in good hands. There is not a single thing that I felt like we were missing or wished would have happened differently. We loved the grand tasting, it was so fun to try everything, meet venders, and see the venue decorated from top to bottom. The meetings with Caylea prior to our wedding were so helpful, without being overwhelming and that was amazing. She made it so easy for us to pick items such as linens and center pieces, and was so accommodating to anything we wanted to add such as picture frames for the mantle, signs for the gift table, guest book, bar etc, and helped set up the cigar area on the front veranda during the reception. Caylea went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and the day was absolutely perfect. Not a single thing went wrong, our guests had an amazing time, and there was not a single thing that wasn’t thought of so we didn’t have to worry at all. Their all inclusive weddings are absolutely the way to go, but you can still add upgrades or customize the wedding to feel like it’s unique to whatever you and your partner are looking for. I cannot recommend them enough.
Morgan J
5.0
3/21/2022
When my fiancé and I were starting to look at venues, we knew we wanted an "All Inclusive" type of venue. I came across Separk and decided to send them an email inquiring about their All-Inclusive Wedding Package. In less than an hour I received an email back answering all of the initial questions I had asked. I was blown away by the promptness from the very first interaction, as well as everything that is included in their package, I knew that this would be our venue. We were an out of state couple (we live in NYC) so we did a virtual tour with one of their wedding coordinators- we didn't even need to see it in person, we instantly booked!
The communication from then on was even more amazing. Christine was our assigned coordinator and she was literally there for us every step of the way. She made it so easy by having virtual meetings with us and noted every detail we mentioned. She made our itineraries, communicated with other vendors, helped set up every detail day of as well as keeping us on schedule.
They have a "vendor list" they send to their couples- we strictly worked off of this list, and each and every additional vendor we had was AMAZING. They all truly know how to work together and make Separk Mansion incredible.
Brides, if you are looking for a stress-free planning experience, BOOK SEPARK. They are a well-oiled machine and know exactly how to make your day feel so special. And if you are planning from out of state, know that pictures of the venue are amazing, but the mansion is even MORE beautiful in person!
Laura D
5.0
3/10/2022
We had the best time for our wedding! Working with Separk was very easy and our coordinator worked so hard to make sure everything we wanted happened. There's always set backs when planning a wedding, but Christine made sure solutions were provided. The Separk team really made sure our day was as perfect as it could be! My vision really came to life with the all-inclusive decor I was able to mix and match center pieces as well as bring in some of my own touches. Planning was easy and everything felt like it ran smoothly day of, and if there was anything that happened, we had no clue!
Caitlin M
5.0
1/31/2022
We can't thank everyone at Separk enough! We went with the all-inclusive package and it was well worth the money. Our planner Caylea made everything so easy for us, we didn't have to stress about a thing. And that is coming from someone who stresses about every detail.
They are so well connected with the other vendors, it makes your wedding day a breeze. Caylea made sure our day was exactly how we pictured it and we had everything we could possibly need. The entire staff is extremely professional and so accomodating!
The venue itself is absolutely stunning and well kept. From the black and white room to each chandelier, Separk Mansion does not disappoint.
If we ever have a vow renewal, we would not hesitate to book with them again!
Theresa H
5.0
12/13/2021
The separk ladies were so wonderful to work with! Planning was easy and all pre wedding meetings were highly organized. The team is flexible to make your day be whatever you dream. Book your wedding at separk asap, you will not regret it!!!
Irene and Raul I
5.0
11/30/2021
Separk was a dream come true. We loved the simplicity and elegance. It was the first placed we checked out and knew instantly that it was the place for us. The team was very accommodating and easy to work with. We had rave reviews from our guests.
Gabby B
5.0
11/21/2021
We toured Separk Mansion August ‘20 and almost immediately we knew that we wanted to get married here. From the bridal/groom’s suites to the ceremony area/rose garden to the overall offerings of Separk, we were sold. We booked almost immediately! The staff there is incredible and will answer your questions left and right. Twice a year they offer a Grand Tasting with all other couples getting married in the same time frame. This gives you the opportunity to meet with vendors and to try the food that will be provided for your wedding (w/ the all inclusive package that is)
We specifically worked with Christine for our wedding and she was a saving grace almost daily leading up to the last month before the wedding. She truly made our day go so smoothly and you can tell she is passionate in what she does! We cannot recommend Separk and their staff more!
Anna R
5.0
11/17/2021
Gorgeous venue. Top notch service.
Separk Mansion is such a stunning venue. Not only is it gorgeous but they make the planning process so easy with 3 months of wedding planning included and a day of coordinator. Many items are included in the cost like tables, chairs, linens, cake, etc which makes planning so much easier. Many venues only offer the space and then you must go out and find vendors for every little thing. Separk’s preferred vendor list for music was also very helpful during my planning process because the choices are overwhelming.
I cannot say enough about one of Separk’s planners, Caylea. She is so thorough, offers suggestions based on her extensive knowledge of the space and what works best, and is just an overall joy to be around. I am a very Type A, thorough planner and she was right there with me. On the day of my wedding, I didn’t have to worry about a thing because I knew she had it all under control. What more could a bride ask for?
Thank you Separk for an unforgettable wedding!
Rachel G
5.0
11/05/2021
Separk mansion was great from the very first day we decided to celebrate our wedding there! They helped with every detail and went above and beyond to make the day perfect. Christine was great at making sure everything ran smoothly and helping create a timeline of the day that flows perfectly. If you are looking for a venue that you just need to show up to and have everything done for you Separk is the place! I always thought I would be stressed out on the big day but Separk makes it possible for you to relax and really just enjoy every moment of your wedding day.
Hanna E
5.0
10/25/2021
Separk & our wedding coordinater, Caylea were absolutely amazing!! They were wonderful to work with and made my wedding planning seamless. Caylea was so accommodating and patient with us as we were busy with our lives. She was so sweet & you could tell she genuinely enjoyed helping couples plan their wedding. Thank you so much Caylea for helping us have the most perfect wedding!! I can honestly say not one thing went wrong on our wedding day thanks to Caylea! Also, all of our guests LOVED Separk Mansion, they are still talking about how beautiful it was & the food from Heirlom & cake from Delish was delicious!
Jenna P
5.0
10/21/2021
THIS IS THE BEST WEDDING VENUE EVER!!! Seriously book this place for your upcoming wedding. The all-inclusive package is the best deal you will find and the quality of what they provide was phenomenal. The cake was fantastic, decorations were amazing, and the venue is absolutely stunning!! Caylea was our coordinator and she went above and beyond to make our day the most incredible day we could have imagined. She made sure everything was where it was supposed to be and is THE best coordinator we could have asked for!!! The food here was also amazing! We picked heirloom for our caterers from their choices of caterers and they were incredible and tasted amazing!
Sydney B
5.0
10/01/2021
Separk was everything we could have imagined and then some. The venue itself is gorgeous, and the staff is beyond incredible. Our coordinator specifically, Christine, was so far above our expectations that we can’t even put it into words! If anything went “wrong” we don’t know about it! As the bride, as soon as I showed up the day of, I was not bothered by ANYONE asking questions or concerns. Christine swooped of and took care of all set up, coordination, and getting people where they needed to be and when. I will continue to sing Separk’s praises for years to come, and encourage anyone wanting to get married in the Charlotte area and beyond to head straight there!
Kayley D
5.0
9/16/2021
First, Separk Mansion is absolutely STUNNING - from the inside and out. When we toured Separk we were blown away by the beauty of the mansion. The chandeliers, grand staircase, and gardens are all so breath taking! We booked the all inclusive package with Separk and recommend looking in to that! The all inclusive packaged included the ceremony/reception fee, cake, open bar, catering, and a planner (starting 3 months from your wedding). They also had a couple free upgrades we were able to chose from. Caylea was our Separk planner and she was absolutely phenomenal!! She was always available to answer any questions and helped us have a smooth and stress free day! She is so organized, professional, and personable. She was the cherry on top of our Separk experience! If you are looking for a romantic/garden/classy wedding vibe that is responsibly priced then definitely look into Separk Mansion. We couldn’t have picked a more gorgeous venue!
Hattie C
5.0
9/05/2021
If I could give Separk (and our coordinator, Caylea) 6 out of 5 stars on each of the categories, I would!!! I cannot speak highly enough about this venue and the service they provided. We chose the all-inclusive service as we live out of state and were so happy with our choice. Not only was Separk a STUNNING venue able to accommodate both our ceremony and reception--with tons of gorgeous natural greenery, private space for the bridal party ahead of time, and beautiful separate areas for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception--but the service we received in making our dreams come to life without a hitch and without a worry from us was unmatched! I might be the only bride who was completely relaxed on her wedding day & able to focus on and savor every moment because I knew everything was already taken care of by competent, experienced professionals. I am so grateful to Caylea for how she really listened to our vision and paid special attention to make sure that every little detail was exactly as we wanted. (She also was prompt in answering all of my NUMEROUS emails/questions, every time!) Truly, the way things came together exceeded all of my expectations!! Plus, the planning process was so easy. We only had to come out to NC one time after deciding to move forward with Separk as our venue. All of our other vendors were familiar with Separk and knew exactly what to do, where to go, and when, and Caylea was so good about communicating with everyone and making sure the relevant information got to the relevant party. We are so, so grateful to Separk & Caylea for making our special day absolutely perfect. Thank you!!
LaVonda S
5.0
8/03/2021
Separk Mansion was the last venue to visit that I had on my list when I started searching for our wedding and it was the best value all around. It had everything included that we would need including decorations which saved some money. I loved the the fact that we had an option of having our wedding in the rose garden or in one of the ballrooms. Since we decided on July for our wedding, the ballroom was a great option for us. We loved the openness and the romantic feel of Separk. All of my guests were raving about the chef and how great the food was. Our wedding cake was a vision come true for me and was light and airy. Kudos to the chef and baker.
Christine and her staff were on point every step of the way, even when there were a couple of changes at the very last minute. They answered all of my questions and even added some items for me to think about. We could not have asked for a better team to work with. I would definitely recommend Separk Mansion for your wedding or any other big event.
Camilla P
5.0
7/07/2021
My husband and I got married at Separk Mansion this May, and it was a great experience. We fell in love with the gorgeous venue when we visited. The mansion has two beautiful outdoor areas in the back and a lovely front porch. The inside, upstairs, and bride and groom getting ready suites are all stunning. The areas for photo ops are endless! The all-inclusive package was great. It covered food, alcohol, the cake (loved working with Delish Cakery - they even did an all gluten-free cake for us with no upcharge), most of the decor (huge savings and time saving vs renting everything!), and 2 months of planning, along with the day of coordination, etc. I worked with Christine, who was awesome. She worked hard to ensure everything ran smoothly and that every little detail was taken care of and answered my endless lists of questions! With Separk's two-month planning service, I was able to plan the wedding myself without hiring an additional planner. Your experience at Separk is also very customizable and there are lots of options you can add on. We've gotten so many compliments on how beautiful our wedding was, and Separk made it easy to make it memorable for that reason! Definitely consider Separk if you want a beautiful, elegant venue and want to make the planning easier on yourself!
Makenzi B
5.0
7/04/2021
Any bride looking for a beautiful venue please please check out Separk!! My fiancé and I had to quickly replan our wedding day after COVID changed our plans and we fell in love with this venue. We worked with Caylea as our coordinator at the mansion and I do not have anything but wonderful things to say about her!! She made the planning effortless and took care of every little detail so I had NOTHING to worry about on the big day.. a totally stress free process! When I walked into the venue the morning of the wedding everything was absolutely perfect. Our friends and family commented that it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever attended!! Love, love, love this place and the staff!!! 10/10 recommend!!!!!
Jason K
5.0
6/13/2021
Meredith made our night awesome! She had everything planned to the T and seapark was easy too work with! We had to reschedule from September 2020 to may of 2021 and it was a pleasant experience.
Kristin A
4.0
5/28/2021
We had a fantastic experience at Separk Mansion! The staff was accommodating to our preferences and our coordinator, Christine, was extremely flexible and handled some of our last minute changes with ease. She was wonderful to work with!
We had a few scheduling issues the day of our wedding; however, our special day still turned out beautifully. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone.
Dani S
5.0
5/17/2021
Planning a wedding during a pandemic with 3 reschedules wasn't easy at all-but Caylea and the Separk team REALLY made things as easy a possible!!! The venue is amazing and beautiful and dreamy and elegant, the staff is top notch-literally Caylea is one of the best people we've ever worked with!!!-and it was truly the wedding of our dreams!! We cannot say thank you enough to the Separk team! If you want beautiful venue that's a one stop shop location and an incredibly easy process-choose Separk!!!!!
Yvette B
5.0
5/04/2021
Came here for a wedding and I have to say that it was a very nice venue. They were outstanding, professional, gracious, kind, understanding, patient. The staff executed everything flawlessly, So if you have a wedding coming up, I would highly recommend Separk Mansion.
Kent D
5.0
4/27/2021
We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Between the value and the staff, it was absolutely incredible. With the coordination from Meredith and the rest of the Separk staff, we felt so comfortable and the day went off without an issue. If you book Separk mansion, ask for Meredith, your wedding day will be perfect!
Alvin J
5.0
4/23/2021
I got married at Separk Mansion. The service was excellent. Also the food was very delicious. The manager, is a dream to work with. He's very attentive and aims to provide a good experience. Definitely a place to check out if you're planning a event.
Lauren N
5.0
4/15/2021
Separk Mansion is the best venue you could have for your wedding. They have so many great places for the best photos and they have a great staff to work with. I picked them before I knew just how great they truly are and they turned out to be a diamond in the rough. My wedding was supposed to happen during the pandemic but it was postponed and they made sure to accommodate me with everything I needed.
Ayesha W
5.0
4/15/2021
Planning a wedding during a pandemic is very challenging. There were times it felt like our wedding would not happen at all. But as the restrictions lifted we started to see some light at the end of the tunnel. The staff at the Separk weathered this storm with us and kept us updated on any and all changes as they occurred. We picked the Separk because we fell in love with how beautiful it was and the package that was available for our medium sized wedding. Our coordinator, Meredith, was amazing and helped iron out all the tiny details to make our day truly special. On the wedding day, the decor was as requested, the food was delicious (loved by guests), and the schedule for the day was spot on!! Thanks Separk for helping us make our day unforgettable.
Alexandra B
5.0
4/13/2021
Separk was the best decision for our wedding day we could have made! The team is amazing; Caylea was so attentive and helpful every step of the way. Every little detail about our ceremony and reception came our perfect. We could not imagine our big day being as amazing as it was had we gone elsewhere. Look no further, your search for a venue has ended!
Brittany D
5.0
3/29/2021
Separk has a great all inclusive package that is perfect for couples that need help planning and coordinating. Planning a wedding is hard but planning a wedding in another state is stressful! The Separk team took a lot of stress off of our shoulders providing us with list of preferred vendors and preselected catering and bakery options. Our original guest list was 175 but due to the pandemic we cut it down to just shy of 100. Separk was very understanding and worked with us to make sure our guests felt comfortable. The day of went off without a hitch . Everything went through as planned and on time. Everyone had an amazing time and at the end of the night all of our decorations and personal items were packed up and ready to go. They even packed us some to go boxes so we could have something to snack on later.
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