About this vendor
A space like no other, from the very beginning we envisioned The Oakley on the Lake to offer a unique and personalized experience for weddings and special events.
We are thrilled to offer a 3,000 square foot Outdoor ceremony pavilion with views of Lake Lanier and a 9,000 square foot reception space that will wow your guests.
We are here to make your dreams come true from start to finish.
The Oakley on the Lake is a Modern Industrial Beautiful Space for Beautiful Beginnings.
The Oakley on the Lake is wedding venue situated on Lake Lanier to offer a unique and personalized experience for weddings and special events.
We are here to help you create a beautiful, memorable day that reflects your personalities, style, and vision. We will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your wedding day is everything you've ever dreamed it could be.
From start to finish, our goal is to make sure that your experience at our venue is as stress-free as possible. Our team is dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional service so they can enjoy their big day without worry or stress. We want all of our clients to leave us feeling confident in their choice of venue and confident in their ability to pull off an unforgettable event.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Garden
- Industrial & Warehouse
- Trees
Venue Service Offerings
- Destination Weddings
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Reviews
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Choosing The Oakley as our wedding venue was, without question, one of the best decisions we made for our entire wedding. From the moment we stepped onto the property, we were in L...
OVE!! We booked it on the spot! We had no idea just how extraordinary the experience would truly be.
The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking. Every single detail is a perfect 10—the architecture, the layout, the bridal suite, the grooms suite, the flow of the ceremony and reception spaces, the patio, the lighting, the grounds… all of it. It’s clean, well kept, elevated. It’s literally immaculate! We got so much great feedback from our guests on how much they loved our venue. A fun detail I loved is they had a grandparent suite for elderly guest, who did not love the loud music during reception. The venue itself is very quiet and has great privacy, which is obviously what anyone would want on their wedding day if it rains, you are covered! The bridal suite is every girls dream- So much space, and so girly! The grooms suite was perfect and they loved getting to hangout in there. Not to mention they have the best photo spots!
But what sets The Oakley apart—what genuinely puts it in a class of its own—is the TEAM 🩷
I don’t even know if stellar is the right word, because they are beyond that. Angela (the owner), Sarah, Megan, and everyone else behind the scenes- They are exceptional in every sense. Every person on their staff treated us with a level of kindness, professionalism, and generosity that we will never forget. They went above and beyond for us in ways they absolutely did not have to. They anticipated needs before we even voiced them. They handled details we never expected them to take on. They made our day feel seamless, peaceful, and so deeply cared for. Choosing the right venue and team can make or break your wedding day experience and it is so important to pick the right one. We are so glad we did and we felt so confident in their ability to take care of us and have our backs the day of our wedding!
We felt valued, supported. That is something money can’t buy—and yet The Oakley gave it so freely. 🥰
They serve their couples with heart, with excellence, and with a genuine love for what they do. It shows in every touchpoint, every conversation, every moment of the wedding day. I have never been so thoroughly impressed by a business or a team! Five star service & I can honestly say a team of this caliber and genuine kindness is extremely hard to come by in the wedding industry.
To anyone searching for a venue: book The Oakley. Truly. Every bride & groom should have the chance to experience what we did. It is worth every penny—and honestly, worth far more than that. The Oakley gave us the wedding of our dreams and memories we will cherish for the rest of our lives.
I cannot recommend them enough. ❤️
Our wedding at The Oakley on the Lake could not have been more perfect. The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking every corner is picture-worthy! From the ceremony space to the o...
pen and airy reception hall, the entire layout flows beautifully. Our guests loved how each space had its own charm, yet everything felt connected and seamless throughout the day.
Angela, the owner, was an absolute dream to work with. She was kind, professional, and incredibly attentive from start to finish. You can tell she truly cares about each couple and wants their day to be exactly what they envision. She made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable.
We received endless compliments from our family and friends on how stunning the venue was. The Oakley truly has it all amazing views, thoughtful design, and an owner who goes above and beyond. We couldn’t have chosen a better place to celebrate our day!
Amazing! This was our first and only venue that we toured because it was perfect! Angela was amazing the whole time and the venue is just beautiful. Even months later I still get c...
omments on how beautiful the wedding was. Angela and her team made sure the day went without a hitch and we are so thankful for that. We couldn’t have picked a more incredible venue. Highly recommend!!
Our wedding at the Oakley on the Lake was nothing short of AMAZING. From the moment we toured the venue we knew it was perfect. Angela is very organized and a great communicator. B...
eing able to have our ceremony and reception all at the same venue was incredible.
The Oakley was the venue of our wedding dreams! We couldn’t have asked for a more stunning and modern venue for our wedding. We were lucky to be among the first to book with Angela...
and were truly happy to do so. Even though this is a newer venue to the Gainesville area, Angela and her team were a pleasure to work with and they care deeply about their venue and their couples. We opted to hold our ceremony inside as well as use their bar package services which went smoothly. We couldn’t imagine our wedding happening anywhere else. We would highly recommend this venue to any couples who haven’t found the perfect place to say “I do” with plenty of space for not just for ceremony and celebrations, but for the bride and groom to both kickback, relax, and enjoy their day.
Our wedding at the Oakley was a dream. Angela and her team were incredible to work with throughout the entire process. We felt like part of the Oakley family, not just another cust...
omer thanks to the warm and genuine communication we experienced throughout. The entire venue is easily accessible for those who need it (no stairs, paved walkways, etc.) and all the little details the team put into building the Oakley shine. We cannot recommend them enough!
My husband and I are so thankful for getting to have our wedding at The Oakley on The Lake!
One of the first things that drew us to The Oakley was the layout—the cozy and elegant f...
eel, the accessibility of the venue, the lighting inside and outside, and the STUNNING groom and bridal suites. My husband and I were glad the groom got treated with a nifty and comfortable space. Our families and friends had such fantastic things to say about the venue on our wedding day. Our family and friends with babies greatly appreciated the family room to be able to step away as needed to privately feed their little kiddos! On the day of our wedding, we moved our ceremony inside due to a thunderstorm and it was still so perfect. We had worship songs in our ceremony, and the voices resounded beautifully in the space while the songs were sung. The design of the room made that moment all the more perfect!
Angela was always so quick to respond with our questions and paused throughout meetings to let us ask questions as they arose. She helped us ensure that all of our vendors were set up to successfully participate in our wedding day. She was flexible and gracious with us during the planning process as plans evolved. My husband and I felt so supported and encouraged by Angela throughout the whole time we were working with The Oakley, right from our very first time stepping on the property to tour!
10/10 will recommend!!! Thank you so much to everyone who is a part of The Oakley team!
What can I say? I toured 19 wedding venues from Atlanta to Asheville and none of them had what I wanted, which was a space that was as beautiful outside as it was inside with a se...
amless flow between the two. The Oakley on the Lake was our perfect wedding venue, a place that I dreamed up in my head and had given up looking for until I found the renderings of this magical place that didn't exist yet. I contacted Angela, who owns the venue, and toured the site while it was under construction. Though there were no walls yet, or electricity, or running water, I could tell that my vision was in line with Angela's and I trusted that it would be spectacular. It did not disappoint! From the gorgeous souring ceilings to the huge steel frame windows, it turned out perfectly. We used the pavilion as our ceremony space and it was spacious enough for almost 200 guests to sit comfortably with a view of the woods and the shimmering lake behind us. We used every inch of the outdoor space. We had beer pong, corn hole, a cocktail truck, a raw bar, a portrait lounge, and half of our tables all outside, which stays pristine because it's all turf and no grass or mud. The bridal suite is beautiful, with a wall of mirrors for getting hair and makeup done and a large bench swing outside for the bridesmaids to hang out and take photos. They didn't skimp on groom suite either. It has a beautiful leather couch and a pool table and is a great space for the groomsmen to get ready.
Angela and her family are incredible and took such great care of us from the very beginning. When I mentioned that I was trying to source a canoe to fill with beer and seltzers, Angela told me that she had a canoe at her house that we could use! Her husband fixed it up and painted it and made it exactly like the pictures I had saved. It turned out beautiful! I asked Angela if we could pay to add more string lights to light up more of the space on the day of our wedding, and instead, she took care of it for us and expanded their lighting set up. She was allows attentive and responsive and nothing but lovely, as was her husband, daughter, and son. She even surprised me at the end of our reception by bringing her son's dog Tito in, who my husband and I adore, to say hi at the end of the night! I have nothing but good things to say and I am already trying to think of good excuses to go back to The Oakley just to visit because we already miss it. I cannot say thank you enough to Angela and her whole family, you guys are the best!
I don't have many photos because we haven't gotten our photos back from our photographer yet, but I'll post them when I do!
Angela has been the best in accommodating everything we want for our wedding day! I would highly recommend her and her venue for future weddings/events.
We can't wait to get married here! Angela is my most responsive wedding vendor and is always willing to help answer any questions. Book your wedding here!!! You won't regret it!!
We have loved working with Angela during our time planning our wedding at the Oakley! She is very responsive, always kind, and makes sure to answer any questions or help however we...
need! We are so thankful to have worked with them!
Contact
2475 Pemmican Run, Gainesville, GA | Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Birmingham
The Oakley on the Lake