101 Sky Lounge

Rehearsal Dinner

101 Sky Lounge (On the rooftop)

Welcome Party

Nichols Heir

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

BRUNCH/POOL DAY

Our Wedding

Photos

Wedding Party

There are countless hotels and Airbnbs all around the area, each just a short distance from our venue. Below are a few places that we personally recommend in each surrounding city. As for people who are flying, we recommend flying into Knoxville Airport (TYS) as it is the closest option and about a 45-minute drive to Sevierville. Thank you so much for making the trip to celebrate with us. We truly appreciate the effort and can’t wait to see you in Tennessee!

2 miles from the venue (~4 minute drive) We highly recommend this option if you’re planning to stay with a group! You can book through the website below or through Airbnb. *Important:When booking, make sure to select Smith Creek Reserve to ensure you're staying in the right area. *Shuttle service to and from the venue will be available at this location. Specific pickup times will be shared closer to the date.

Lodges at Smith Creek Reserve

2.8 miles from the venue (~8 minute drive) We highly recommend this option as well. This is also the location for our Welcome Party. *Multiple bedroom units available *Shuttle service to and from the venue will be available at this location. Specific pickup times will be shared closer to the date.

New Hotel Collection Smoky Mountains

5.2 miles from the venue (~13 minutes) *Shuttle service to and from the venue will be available at this location. Specific pick up times will be shared closer to the date. *Important:Uber &amp; Lyft can be slower in this area, so we strongly suggest either scheduling your ride in advance or allowing at least 20 minutes of buffer time for pickup.

Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge

Travel

Wedding Day - Transportation Times (Per Location)Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon ForgeArrives at 2:00 PM &amp; Departs at 2:15 PMBus will be parked at the front of the hotel New Hotel CollectionArrives at 2:30 PM &amp; Departs at 2:45 PMBus will be parked &amp; loaded up on the side street by the hotel - Court Ave. In the parking lot across from hotel to not block traffic. Lodges at Smith Creek Reserve1st Run: Arrives at 2:35 PM &amp; Departs at 2:40 PM2nd Run: Arrives at 3:00 PM &amp; Departs at 3:05 PMBus will be in the front of the resort by the pool (to the right of the pool). It will not be picking up from individual houses. What’s the best airport to fly into?We recommend flying into Knoxville Airport (TYS). It’s the closest option and about a 45-minute drive to Sevierville. You may also consider Asheville Airport (AVL), which offers more flight options, but please note it’s about a 2-hour drive to the area. When should I arrive on the wedding day?Please plan to arrive by 3:00 PM. The ceremony will begin promptly at 3:30 PM, and we’d love for everyone to be seated and settled so we can kick off the celebration right on time! Is there parking at the venue?Yes! If you’re planning to drive, parking will be available at The Grand Hall on the Nichols Heir property. Please still plan to arrive by 3:00 PM, as a shuttle will take guests from The Grand Hall (where the parking is) to The Garden. Is transportation provided to and from the venue?Yes! We will be offering shuttle services from three main pickup locations—Lodges at Smith Creek Reserve, New Hotel Collection Smoky Mountains, and Courtyard by Marriott Pigeon Forge. Please refer to the travel tab for these options. Please see above on the exact pickup times for each location! If you’re not staying at one of the designated pick up areas, we recommend using Uber or Lyft either directly to Nichols Heir or to one of the shuttle pickup locations. *Please note: Rideshare services (Uber &amp; Lyft) can be slower in this area, so we strongly suggest either scheduling your ride in advance or allowing at least 20 minutes of buffer time for pickup. Are children welcome at the event?As much as we love your kids, we’ve decided to keep our wedding an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you a night off to enjoy the fun with us! Will the wedding take place indoors or outdoors?The celebration will take place in a mix of outdoor and indoor spaces, all on the Nichols Heir property:Ceremony – Outdoors at The GardenCocktail Hour – Outdoors at The Grand HallReception – Indoors at The Grand Hall What’s the weather like at the time of the wedding?In early May, the weather in Sevierville is typically mild and pleasant, with daytime highs in the 70s and cool evening lows in the 50s. We recommend bringing a light jacket or wrap for when the sun goes down! When is the RSVP deadline?To help us finalize our plans for the big day, please RSVP as soon as possible—no later than March 8th, 2026. You’ll be able to RSVP through the section on our website, which will be added shortly. We truly appreciate your timely response and can’t wait to celebrate with you! Can I bring a plus one?To keep our gathering intimate, we kindly ask that only those listed on the invitation attend. We truly appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to celebrate this joyous day with you!

Q & A

Iron Forge Brewing Co.

Gatlinburg Brewing Company (Sevierville)

Dollywood

RESTAURANT

Erik & Morgan