7 fairytale wedding venues you need to see
If you're dreaming of a fairytale wedding, a Disney-worthy venue is vital to make that dream a reality. We're talking grand ballrooms, majestic fountains and Rapunzel-inspired turrets... all the magical features that make a wedding venue feel like it has been plucked straight from the pages of a treasured old storybook. From grand French chateaux overlooking the ocean to historical houses with sweeping grounds, scroll on for our selection of seven fairytale wedding venues you need to see.
Chateau de Baronville, Béville-le-Comte, France
Located just an hour from Paris, Chateau de Baronville is a charming family estate that hosts luxury celebrations in a warm welcoming atmosphere. You and your guests will feel like French royalty in the sumptuous surroundings, enjoying high-end service and on-site cottage accommodation to celebrate and relax in style.
Park Chateau Estate and Gardens, New Jersey
Nestled midway between Manhattan and Philadelphia on 15 lush rolling acres with enchanting formal gardens, Park Chateau Estate and Gardens is a spectacular 108-room hotel offering a variety of indoor and outdoor celebration sites for weddings of all sizes.
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec, Canada
Perched on a headland, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City offers breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River and the fortified old city. You can take your pick of several beautiful sites for your wedding ceremony and reception, including a grand ballroom that boasts soaring windows and 10 twinkling crystal chandeliers. The dream fairytale wedding venue!
Swan House, Atlanta, Georgia
Swan House is an Atlanta landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, designed by Philip Trammell Shutze in 1928 for Edward and Emily Inman. This majestic and versatile property can accommodate 50 to 750 guests on the lawns but because Swan House is a historic house museum, parties and receptions are not allowed inside the mansion. However, your guests can tour the mansion for a few hours during your event.
Château de la Napoule, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, France
Although the Loire Valley and the Dordogne region are better known for their magnificent fairytale castles than the South of France, Château de la Napoule is a shining star of the French Riviera. Located in the small coastal village of Mandelieu La Napoule, just minutes west of Cannes, the château was originally built in the 14th century and has been destroyed and rebuilt no fewer than 10 times over the course of its lifetime.
Now an exclusive wedding venue, Château de la Napoule several extraordinary event spaces, including a a medieval dining room, a gallery space, an outside courtyard, and terrace overlooking ocean.
Saint Mary's College, University of Notre Dame, Indiana
The historic campus of Saint Mary's College is the perfect place for a fairytale wedding, with its castle-like buildings and sweeping gardens making the perfectly picturesque backdrop. The college is linked with several top quality local caterers with fully customizable menus, and has different venues to host all of your pre-wedding day events, such as an engagement party or rehearsal dinner.
Château de Fonscolombe, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade
Château de Fonscolombe is a beautiful 18th century castle in the heart of Provence. The château has 50 rooms and suites, and is just a 15-20 minute drive to Aix-en-Provence and one hour journey to Marseille International Airport. The majestic property sits on 10 hectares yet has the magical feel of a luxurious home from home, with expansive gardens, swimming pool, gym, petanque and tennis courts on site.
