
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Weddings
Venue Details
The Venue offers 4,400 square feet, including 2,200 square feet of indoor space and 2,200 square feet of wraparound deck, giving you plenty of room for a seamless indoor-outdoor event.
The Venue comfortably accommodates up to 160 guests for seated events and 200 guests for standing receptions, offering a versatile space for intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.
Yes. With a Wedding Package, the entire property is reserved exclusively for you and your guests. Platinum and Gold Packages include The Lodge, The Bunkhouse, and The Cedar Cabin, and the Silver Package includes The Lodge only. If you book The Venue only, you will have access to The Venue and the surrounding property, excluding The Lodge, The Bunkhouse, and The Cedar Cabin.
White Oak Falls offers indoor and outdoor options year-round, no matter the weather. If rain is in the forecast, our climate-controlled Venue can host your ceremony or reception at no extra rental cost. Our team does not flip the space between the two, so plan for that with your planner or helpers. Wedding Packages also include use of the covered area behind The Lodge, and Platinum and Gold Packages include The Bunkhouse as another indoor option. With these built-in backup spaces, you can enjoy your day whatever the forecast brings.
Yes. White Oak Falls offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony options year-round. Outdoors, you can exchange vows beneath the arbor near The Venue, surrounded by woodlands and wildflowers. Indoors, our climate-controlled Venue provides an elegant ceremony space that can transition into your reception, so your day stays stress-free no matter the season or weather.
Yes, we have a beautiful custom-designed outdoor ceremony arbor that perfectly complements the style of The Venue. It features a charming cobblestone pathway and can be decorated to match your vision, whether with drapery, florals, or other personal touches.
Venue Amenities
The Venue features elegant lighting, including 5 chandeliers and a photographer-quality lighting system with spotlights designed to enhance the ambiance and beauty of your photos. Our thoughtfully designed lighting ensures a warm and inviting atmosphere while providing perfect illumination for your special moments.
Yes, we have outdoor lighting at both The Venue and The Lodge. Both feature spotlights and subtle lights around the wraparound deck, creating a warm, inviting ambiance.
Yes, The Venue and all our spaces are fully climate-controlled. No matter the season or those unpredictable Tennessee weather changes, you and your guests will stay comfortable.
Wi-Fi is available in The Venue, The Lodge, and The Bunkhouse. Due to our serene country setting, Wi-Fi connectivity may occasionally be spotty, but not often.
The Venue has a Bluetooth surround sound system, which includes a head unit for DJs or sound professionals to connect their soundboards. If your live band, musician, or DJ plans to use the audio system, please provide advance notice so we can ensure everything is set up for your event. While Wi-Fi is available, we recommend downloading playlists in advance to ensure seamless playback.
Yes, The Venue offers a designated space for a dance floor, and the concrete patio area behind The Lodge is also available as a dance floor for those booking a Wedding Package.
Yes, we offer access to a caterer’s prep kitchen in The Lodge for those who book a Wedding Package. The kitchen includes a refrigerator, freezer, double oven, and plenty of counter space, providing everything your caterer needs for a seamless event.
Yes, we offer ample on-site parking near The Venue and The Lodge.
Day of Event Preparation
Yes, The Lodge upstairs is available as a Bridal Suite when booked as part of a Wedding Package. The Lodge features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, full-length mirrors, and dress racks, providing a spacious and comfortable space for you and your bridal party to prepare for your special day.
Yes, The Bunkhouse serves as the Groom’s Suite when booked as part of select Wedding Packages. The Bunkhouse features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a lounge with a coffee and drink station, offering a comfortable and private space for the groom and groomsmen to relax and prepare for the big day.
Yes, our On-site Venue Attendant will be present throughout your wedding day to oversee venue operations, including lighting, thermostat adjustments, and restroom restocking. We deliver and stage tables, chairs, and linens near where you will use them, but the attendant does not set them up, arrange them, or flip the space between ceremony and reception. That is handled by you, your planner, or someone you hire. The attendant does not replace a wedding planner.
We are unable to accommodate item drop-offs outside of your reserved rental dates due to our booking schedule. This ensures the space remains organized and prevents any items from being misplaced or damaged. We appreciate your understanding.
All start and end times are listed on your contract and in the Wedding Packages.
Decorations
Yes, we provide tables, chairs, and linens for your event. This includes 27 round tables (60″ diameter) that seat up to 6 guests each, 10 rectangular tables (6′) ideal for buffet or serving setups, 160 padded white chairs, and white tablecloths for all tables. We deliver and stage them near where you will use them, but setup is handled by you, your planner, or someone you hire.
Yes, we offer a guest book table in The Venue and a ceremonial arbor for outdoor ceremonies. Both are included with your venue rental and can be styled to fit your vision.
You are welcome to decorate The Venue as long as no permanent damage is caused. We ask that any fastening methods be pre-approved by the property owner.
Yes, real flower petals are allowed, as they are environmentally friendly. However, silk or artificial petals are not permitted to help protect and preserve our natural surroundings.
Only flameless or LED candles are allowed, both indoors and outdoors. Due to the natural surroundings and abundance of trees, live flame candles pose a fire hazard and are not permitted.
No, glitter and confetti are not allowed because they are difficult to clean and can harm the natural environment around our venue. Real flower petals are welcome as an alternative.
Yes, we have a large tent available to accommodate your event needs.
Vendors
Yes, we have an open vendor policy. You are free to work with any vendors, as long as they carry the necessary insurance coverage for weddings and can provide a copy of their certificate of insurance (COI). All vendors are responsible for cleaning up and removing everything they bring in.
We encourage you to choose the vendors that best fit your vision. For bartending services, we are happy to share the contact information of a trusted professional who is familiar with our venue requirements.
We do not provide catering services, but Wedding Package bookings include a catering kitchen in The Lodge with a refrigerator, freezer, double oven, and plenty of counter space. Caterers can use a dedicated entrance at The Lodge for easy loading and unloading. Caterers are responsible for removing food, beverages, and trash, cleaning the kitchen areas they use, and completing a final walkthrough with our staff. No grease may go down any drain, as we are on a septic system.
Yes, you are welcome to bring a live band, musician, or DJ. Bands can play inside The Venue, depending on their size, and DJs or acoustic musicians work well there too. With a Wedding Package, they can also set up in the covered area behind The Lodge or in The Bunkhouse. If they would like to use our audio system, please let us know in advance so we can prepare. Musicians are responsible for removing their equipment within your rental period.
We do not provide an officiant.
All décor and rentals must be dropped off and picked up on the same day, within your designated rental period. Outside those times, a White Oak Falls team member may not be available, and storage space is limited. Rental companies are responsible for collecting their items within the contracted time.
We do not provide property security, and additional security is not required. We recommend assigning a trusted friend or family member to gather and secure any valuable items. Guests should take care of their belongings, as White Oak Falls cannot assume responsibility for lost or stolen items.
Booking Your Wedding
No. We host only one wedding or event at a time, so the venue is yours alone. We also do not schedule tours during your rental time, so you and your guests can enjoy the space without interruption.
Tours are by appointment only so we can give you one-on-one time to share more about White Oak Falls, get to know you as a couple, and answer your questions. To get started, schedule your tour or give us a call. We would love to meet you!
We are currently working on providing a virtual tour of The Venue. In the meantime, virtual tours of The Lodge and The Cedar Cabin are available, giving you a glimpse of our property’s beauty and charm.
Yes, with a 2-day rental. Your rental period covers two consecutive days, so you can use the first day for your rehearsal and the second day for your wedding. Access to The Venue is available during both days of your rental period.
No. Our pricing stays the same if you hold your ceremony offsite and host only your reception here, because we host only one wedding or event at a time.
Reserving your date is easy! Email us your name, your requested date, and a backup date if you have one, and we will guide you through the contract process. The process is paperless and can be completed entirely online, so you can sign digitally without visiting in person. Your deposit is due when you sign the contract. We do not hold dates. Your date is secured only once the contract is signed and the deposit is paid.
To reschedule, you must give us written notice and select your new date at least 6 months before your original date. All payments made will transfer to the new date, and a non-refundable rescheduling fee of $250 applies.
Yes, a deposit is required to secure your date. We require a 20% non-refundable security deposit along with a signed contract. Please note that we do not ‘hold’ dates; your date is only secured once the contract is signed and the deposit is paid.
The remaining balance is due on the 1st day of the month of your scheduled event. No additional payments are required prior to that date.
Yes, event liability insurance is required. Your policy must cover your entire rental period, including setup and teardown, with at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 in the aggregate, and $10,000 in medical payments coverage. For two-day rentals, coverage must apply to both days and nights. If alcohol will be served, Host Liquor Liability must be included.
White Oak Falls, LLC and the property owner must be named as additional insureds by endorsement, and you will need to provide the endorsement form number and edition date. Being listed as a certificate holder alone does not meet this requirement and provides no coverage. Your policy must also be primary and non-contributory, include a waiver of subrogation in our favor, and be issued by a carrier authorized to do business in Tennessee. Event Helper is one option for coverage, and we are happy to answer questions. Full requirements are in your contract.
If you cancel your wedding date, the 20% non-refundable security deposit will be held, and all other payments will be returned.
Yes. Military couples receive $250 off their venue rental or package. To qualify, at least one member of the couple must be serving in the United States armed forces at the time of booking. To claim the discount, submit our Military Discount form and a copy of your Military ID.
We host weddings and wedding-related events, including ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and bridal luncheons. We also host baby showers, birthday parties, graduation celebrations, anniversary celebrations, family reunions, memorial gatherings, business meetings, and other gatherings.
Planning & Policies
No, White Oak Falls does not offer wedding planning services. However, our On-site Venue Attendant will assist with your layout and the flow of your day and will be present during your wedding to oversee venue operations, including lighting, thermostat adjustments, and restroom restocking. We deliver and stage tables, chairs, and linens near where you will use them, but our team does not set them up, arrange them, or flip the space between ceremony and reception. That is handled by you, your planner, or someone you hire. The attendant does not replace a wedding planner, which lets you and your planner focus on your day while we handle venue logistics.
Yes. Couples who book their wedding at White Oak Falls are welcome to take bridal and engagement photos on the property. Engagement sessions are included with all Wedding Packages and can last up to two hours, based on availability. Sessions must be scheduled at least 30 days in advance, and we do not schedule them on days with events, hunting trips, or other bookings.
Yes, with a 2-day rental. Your rental period covers two consecutive days, so you can use the first day to set up and prepare the space, and the second day for your wedding. Access is available during both days of your rental period, but not before it begins.
Your contract lists the start and end times for your rental. The end time is when all items must be removed, all guests must have left, and all vendors must be off the premises. Your event must conclude at least 1 hour before the end time listed in your contract, so you have time for cleanup and departure.
Since The Venue is yours for the entire day, you have the flexibility to choose the start time of your ceremony. We recommend working with your photographer to consider key factors like sunset timing and natural lighting for the best photos.
Your rental ends at 10pm each day, and your event must conclude at least 1 hour before that, at 9pm. This gives you time to gather your belongings, clear out the Bride and Groom’s Suites, and complete cleanup. If you are serving alcohol, we suggest a Last Call 30 minutes before your Grand Exit for a smooth departure.
The wedding party and all hired vendors are responsible for cleaning up everything they bring in or use. Events must conclude one hour before the end of your rental, and everyone must be out by 10pm.
We deliver and stage tables, chairs, and linens near where you will use them, but our team does not unfold, arrange, or set them up, and does not flip the space between ceremony and reception. That is handled by the wedding party or someone you hire, including breakdown at the end of the night. We supply trash liners and haul tied bags to the dumpster. Please make sure all trash is in the cans, walk the buildings and grounds before you leave, and complete the cleanup checklist. Leave all venue items where you found them. Caterers must remove food and beverages, leave the catering kitchen clean, and complete a final walkthrough with our staff. Florists and rental companies must remove their items within the contracted time. Two items are especially important. Do not pour grease down any drain, because we are on a septic system. All spent sparkler rods must be picked up, because they damage tires and equipment and can injure guests. An $800 cleaning fee applies if these requirements are not met.
You may bring your own alcohol, but it must be served by a licensed and approved bartender with a valid Tennessee ABC bartender’s license, and we can share contacts for licensed bartenders. Alcohol service must end 30 minutes before your event concludes, and shots and glass-bottled beer are not permitted. Hard liquor is allowed only with an off-duty police officer or security guard present. Alcohol deliveries are accepted only on the day of your event. Your event insurance must include Host Liquor Liability, and White Oak Falls, LLC and the property owner must be named as additional insureds.
Smoking and vaping are permitted only in the designated areas of the parking lot. For safety, they are not allowed near buildings, in the forest or meadow areas, or near farm equipment. Please use the provided receptacles for disposal.
Yes. Sparklers up to 20″ long are permitted, and we provide galvanized sand buckets for safe disposal. All sparkler rods must be picked up, because they puncture tires, damage mowing equipment, and can injure people walking barefoot. Please make sure your guests know to place them in the buckets.
No. Fireworks are not allowed for safety reasons, and lantern releases are not allowed because they create debris and harm the environment. Sparklers are permitted for a sendoff.
Yes. You can take photos anywhere on the property available to you, including natural backdrops and spots around The Venue. With a Wedding Package, that includes the entire property. If you book The Venue only, it excludes The Lodge, The Bunkhouse, and The Cedar Cabin. We would love for you to tag us when you share your photos.
We understand that pets are cherished members of your family. At White Oak Falls, we’re delighted to extend a warm welcome to your furry companions with prior approval from our property owner.
For safety and logistical reasons, we are unable to allow vehicles to be left overnight. We recommend arranging transportation in advance for any guests who may need it.
On-site accommodations are available for the wedding party and close guests with select Wedding Packages. The Lodge, The Bunkhouse, and The Cabin provide a comfortable and convenient stay, allowing you to relax and enjoy your event without having to leave the property.
Yes. For guests looking for nearby accommodations, The Lodge and Cabins at Pickwick Landing State Park offers a unique lakefront hotel experience just a short drive away. This scenic retreat provides a comfortable stay with beautiful views, perfect for those who want to extend their time in the area.
White Oak Falls is centrally located, making it easily accessible from several major cities. We are approximately 2 hours from Nashville, TN, 2 hours from Huntsville, AL, and 2.5 hours from Memphis, TN. Our convenient location makes it an ideal destination for guests traveling from various areas.
The most convenient airport for guests is Nashville International Airport (BNA), located about 2 hours and 15 minutes away. Memphis International Airport (MEM) is another option, approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from White Oak Falls.
