Service Brewing Co.

Rehearsal Dinner

UPDATED: The Lost Square @ The Alida

Welcome Drinks

The Mackey House

Wedding Day

Trolley Pick-Up

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Trolley Drop-Off

UPDATED: Electric Moon Skytop Lounge + Moon Deck

After-Party

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Savannah Historic District

Farewell Bagel Brunch

Our Wedding

The  Mackey House History 

-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1898: A powder magazine, used to house ammunition, is built near the land, and the magazine keeper’s home is built on the land that eventually becomes Red Gate Farms. Today, you can still see remnants of the powder magazine off Ogeechee Road, and the keepers’ home is still standing on Red Gate Farms.&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1931: Harry E Martin Jr. purchases the land and starts a dairy farm. Harry and his wife, Mamie, named Red Gate Farms after a cousin who passed in WW1, but always wanted to start a farm named Red Gate. Harry was considered a folk hero when he led the fight to lower milk prices that eventually resulted in fair milk prices for everyone.&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1997: The Martin’s granddaughter, Laura, and her husband, Fred Mackey, build their dream home at Red Gate Farms. Once the house is complete, their daughter, Tonya, gets married at the home. Afterwards, the Mackeys begin receiving inquiries from friends wanting to hold their own events at the home and the Mackey House event venue is born. - 2024: Jack and Aimée get married!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Our Story

Airport

Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport400 Airways Ave, Savannah, GA 31408Airport Code: SAV There are direct flights from EWR, JFK, LGA, DFW, DCA, IAD, and CLT. SAV is approximately 10 miles (20 mins) from downtown Savannah. There are plenty of transportation options including Uber, Lyft, private taxis, and rental cars. Resource: https://savannahairport.com/airport/ground-transportation/ Most areas in the city are walking distance from each other and there are trolleys for those who would prefer to ride! We will be providing transportation to and from The Mackey House on Saturday.

Other Options

There is a smaller airport located on Hilton Head Island (1 hr away from downtown Savannah). Rental cars and private taxis are available. Hilton Head Island Airport120 Beach City Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926Airport Code: HHH There are direct flights from LGA and CLT.

Getting to Savannah

We currently have blocks at the Hilton Garden Inn, the Andaz, and The Alida. Additionally, we have discount codes for the Hampton Inn and the Holiday Inn Express. All are walking distance from each other.   There is an abundance of hotels in downtown Savannah! We have put some other options below. We also highly suggest checking out Airbnb and VRBO rentals as they are often better priced and exclude hotel destination fees.   Pro tip: Check with your hotels and Airbnb/VRBO hosts before booking tours or tickets. Many offer discounts on popular tours.   Caution: Savannah is one of the most haunted cities in America. It is a good idea to Google prospective hotels to see if they have any ghostly activity. The Marshall House is a notoriously haunted Savannah classic...book at your own risk.

**Reservation period closes October 14, 2024** The block begins on Thursday 11/14, however, guests are free to book Fri-Sun instead and will still receive the discounted rate, based on availability. For a double room or extended dates please call the hotel directly. Located adjacent to the Double Tree, the Hilton is less than a block to City Market, and River Street entertainment begins across the street. Tybee Island is 18 miles away. They offer cooked-to-order breakfast every day and a seasonal outdoor pool. Click the website button below to book at the block rate!

Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Historic District

**Reservation period closes September 30, 2024**The block begins on Thursday 11/14, however, guests are free to book Fri-Sun instead and still receive the discounted rate, based on availability. Please call the hotel directly to book if extending dates. Noted for its locally inspired experiences and urban vibe, Andaz Savannah is located on Ellis Square—steps from City Market, River Street and great shopping and dining. Explore historic downtown Savannah on foot, then recharge in your spacious room or suite with a view, followed by Southern fare or cocktails at 22 Square Restaurant and Bar. Guests have access to discounted tour tickets, a welcome drink upon check-in, a free glass of bubbly if eating at 22 Square, and use of house bikes among other great amenities! Click the website button below to book at the block rate!

Andaz Savannah

-Additional rooms added to the block should be available starting May 17, 2024- **Reservation period closes October 15, 2024**The block opens on Friday 11/15. However, based on availability, guests are able to book 3 additional days (pre or post block dates) at the discounted rate. Please contact Omar Vasquez, Group Reservation Manager if you would like to extend your dates or are having trouble booking. Omar Vasquez912-544-4598<a href="mailto:ovazquez@thealidahotel.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ovazquez@thealidahotel.com</a>&nbsp; Near River Street - Destination fee includes:-Free wifi-Daily $32 voucher at The Trade Room Restaurant-$5 off Old Savannah Trolley Tours-Complementary bicycles-Daily complimentary tickets (2) for Alida Harper House Tour-Complementary yoga session for 2-Wine Hour in Living Room-Daily homemade cookies-Complimentary still and sparkling water Our after-party will take place at The Lost Square, Alida's rooftop bar. Click the website button below to book at the block rate!

The Alida Savannah a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Please note that while there is no block at this hotel, we do have a discount code available! Near River Street - Make yourself at home in one of the 143 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Click the website button below to book at the discounted rate!

Holiday Inn Express Historic District an IHG Hotel

Please note that while there is no block at this hotel, we do have a discount code available! Savannah history is footsteps away – the Owens Thomas House, Davenport House Museum, and Georgia State Railroad Museum are all within a mile. Local eateries and shops line the nearby streets, and the riverfront is one block away with a ferry to the convention center. Get a great view of the city from our rooftop pool. Daily hot breakfast and WiFi are complimentary. Click the website button below to book at the discounted rate!

Hampton Inn Savannah-Historic District

One of the coolest hotels we've ever been to! Features three separately themed hotels: Dinosaur Industrial, The Three Muses (French luxury), and The Atlantic (ship themed). Near River Street and built in 2020. Make yourself at home in one of the 419 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

Our farewell brunch will be held on the 2nd floor in the Grand Salon on Sunday 11/17. Near River Street - Make yourself at home in one of the 151 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while MP3 docking stations and cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Please note that there is no block at this hotel and that it is spooooky! The Marshall House's history as hospital during the Civil War and through two yellow fever epidemics makes it very conducive to haunted tales. Take any of the local ghost tours, and you'll hear plenty of stories!&nbsp;Rumors and reports include guests seeing ghosts in the hallways and foyers, hearing children running down the long, narrow halls late at night, faucets turning on by themselves, and much more.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Marshall House has been featured several times on the Travel Channel's haunted hotel programs and specials.&nbsp;At The Marshall House, they love the City's haunted reputation and enjoy the spirited good fun it brings.&nbsp;If you're a ghost hunter, book a stay at The Marshall House and come explore!

The Marshall House, Historic Inns of Savannah

Places to Stay

There is no shortage of things to do in Savannah! We've listed some of our favorites, but check out the website below for current Savannah activities, bites, sips, and shops. Link: https://visitsavannah.com

Favorite Restaurants 

While it's hard to find a bad restaurant in Savannah, we've listed some tried and true options. Reservations are highly recommended!! 1. Madame Butterfly: Korean BBQ2. 45 Bistro: Upscale American3. The Ordinary Pub: Casual American4. Huey's: Brunch5. Three Lemon's Cafe: Their. Pastries. Are. Amazing.6. Repeal 33: Upscale American7. Leopold's Ice Cream

Ghost Tours 

As one of the most haunted cities in America, a ghost tour is an authentic Savannah experience. There's many different types of tours to suit all ages. 10/10 recommend. Check out Viator for various types of tours: https://www.viator.com/searchResults/all?text=savannah+ghost+tours

Mention that you are attending a "Sincerely Yours Events" Wedding for discounts! Wise Guys Historical Tours&nbsp;is proud to offer professional, educational, and entertaining tour experiences. All information given has been carefully researched and is a true historical account. Wise Guy tour guides have a passion for serving the residents and visitors of Savannah, Georgia, with the most interesting historical tours possible. All tour guides have a history background, teaching experience, experience in public speaking, and a desire to serve.

Wise Guys Historical Tours

Full of museum-like, jaw dropping details amidst dozens of shops, restaurants, and the elegant JW Marriott.

Plant Riverside District 

They offer all day hop on and off historic tours and various types of ghost tours! They've been voted best tour since 2003.

Old Savannah Tours

Savannah Riverboat Cruises was established in Savannah, Georgia in 1991 under the direction of experienced Captain, Jonathan H. Claughton.&nbsp;Savannah’s antebellum charm, with flowing Spanish moss hanging from stoic live oaks and welcoming shady squares, hearkens back to the days when paddle driven riverboats full of tourists and locals dotted the Savannah River. All riverboats feature two climate-controlled dining decks and an open-air third deck.&nbsp;Decked out in traditional red, white and blue riverboat colors, these elegantly appointed boats cannot help but draw visitors back to a time when gentility and relaxation was always in vogue. The riverboat tours leave the dock right next to the exact location where General Oglethrope first landed on the river front and head upriver, into the Port of Savannah, and then turn around and head back under the Eugene Talmadge Memorial Bridge and past the historic river front.&nbsp;The tours continue downriver passing the world famous Waving Girl, Florence Martus, through the ship yards and just past the tip of Hutchinson Island and Old Fort Jackson.&nbsp;There, the boat circles back upriver to arrive gently back at the dock.

Savannah Riverboat Cruises

A 30-acre lush green space in the heart of town, Forsyth Park is home to one of Savannah's most photographed sights: the Forsyth Fountain, erected in 1858. Savannah is home to 22 different squares - small parks with verdant landscapes, stately sculptures and plenty of room to relax. They are the city's most iconic feature. Popular squares include: Chippewa Square, Ellis Square, Monterey Square, Franklin Square, Columbia Square, Maddison Square, and Telfair Square.

Forsyth Park

With their quiet, comfortable 6-seater electric tour cars, Savannah Cruzers tours easily connect with all the sights and sounds of Historic Savannah.&nbsp;All tour guides are registered with the City of Savannah and care about sharing the true accounts of Savannah’s history.&nbsp;In fact, most guides serve as Board members for Bonaventure Historical Society, so they have many resources for correct information and continued education. The star of the show is the clear roof of the cars, allowing a unique view to some of Savannah’s most beautiful architecture.&nbsp;So, come relax and see Savannah in the perfect tour vehicle. Popular Tours: City of Savannah, Bonaventure Cemetery

Savannah Cruzers

Founded in 1966, exhibits&nbsp;ship&nbsp;models, paintings,&nbsp;maritime&nbsp;antiques, and interprets the rich story of Savannah's illustrious&nbsp;maritime&nbsp;history.

Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum

Telfair Museums offers a unique understanding of Savannah’s place in our collective American past through art, history, and architecture. Located in Savannah’s Historic District, Telfair Museums is comprised of three unique sites (Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, and Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters).&nbsp;Tickets include a visit to all three sites and are valid for one week from time of purchase. The Jepson Center is a stunning example of modern architecture. Telfair Academy is the oldest public art museum in the South and the first art museum founded by a woman. The Owens-Thomas House &amp; Slave Quarters allow visitors to explore the complicated relationships between the most and least powerful people in early 19th century Savannah.

Telfair Museums

Located just outside of Savannah this museum is dedicated to preserve, for all Americans, the stories of courage, character and patriotism displayed by the men and women of the Eighth Air Force from World War II to the present.

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force

Tybee Island is just a short trip away from Savannah's Historic District! You can reach this beautiful, barrier island in just about 20 minutes from the heart of downtown Savannah. Tybee Island is one of the most quirky and colorful beach towns in the country, where coastal charm meets laid-back beach vibes. This three-square-mile enclave is jam-packed with hyper-local shopping, dining and lodging opportunities, bike trails, white sand beaches and sunset-crowned saltwater marshes.

Tybee Island Beach

Consistently ranked one of the top Islands in the United States, Hilton Head has it all. From beautiful beaches, world-class golf-courses to exceptional restaurants&nbsp;and high-energy water sports, this boot-shaped sea Island will satisfy even the most demanding checklist. Fish, cruise, paddleboard, kayak or jet ski out on the water, along with many other activities. Hike or bike the parks, trails, beaches and historic sites. Don’t forget to take advantage of the many events happening on the Island. When it’s time to relax and unwind, choose from top-notch restaurants, wineries and breweries. Just 45 minutes from both Savannah. From sunrise to sunset, you will want to cherish every moment on this magical Island!

Hilton Head Island

Things to Do

Dinner Menu

Salad CourseOrganic Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans, Local Gourmet Cheese, and Seasonal Fruit Main Course Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Chimichurri SauceSpringer Mountain Herb Roasted Chicken Breast with Red Pepper SauceGrilled Portobello Mushroom Stuffed with Jambalaya (V, VG, GF) Accompaniments Corn SouffleLocal Honey Glazed Carrots

Desserts

Flaming Donut HolesBlack &amp; White Cookies (Zabar's New York)Asher's Chocolates (GF selection available)

Jackson & Aimée

Jackson & Aimée

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