Daniel Vineyards
Daniel Vineyards, located in Southern West Virginia, is an
expansive venue with a lovely mix of open fields, rolling
Appalachian hills and classic vineyard backdrops. The
field locations include one behind a pavilion and one with
a large oak tree in the center.
Daniel Vineyards can host up to 250 guests. However,
if you’re in need of something smaller and indoors, this
venue can accommodate that as well. Take full advantage
of the indoor winery that seats 40-60 guests. There is also
a pavilion facility with curtains to protect from inclement
weather.
According to Chad Fox, the vineyard’s event coordinator,
spring and autumn are both beautiful times for weddings
because of the changing colors and moderate temperatures,
and the most popular month is June. In addition to
showcasing the seasons, the venue is also suited for
various tastes and styles.
“We host a variety of weddings each season that range from
low-key tailgating to country chic to high-end,” he says.
When it comes to the couple’s style, nothing is off limits.
Some have opted for a more involved setup, but small
touches can also create a wonderful, personalized
atmosphere at the vineyard.
Highgate Carriage House
Daniel Vineyards.
Photo by Kelli
Carrico Photography.
West Virginia’s geography makes for an incredible wedding,
and so does its architecture. The Highgate Carriage House
in North Central West Virginia was built by famous architect
Horace Trumbauer, and that means picturesque sophistication
sans decoration. “It definitely has an elegance to it,” says
Owner Cheri Satterfield, who believes the facility resembles
the Biltmore in Asheville, NC.
Ceremony locations at Highgate are not lacking. Couples
can choose from the carriage house, a patio area and two
lawn options. Currently, additional landscaping is being done
to create a more intimate lawn for ceremonies, receptions
and photos. A seasonal tent is available on the upper lawn
from April-December, and it accommodates 300 guests
where the previous limit was 140. While the venue itself
isn’t necessarily suited to one season, couples take their
chances with unruly weather outside the traditional April-
November wedding season.
According to Satterfield, decorations are unnecessary thanks
to the inside furnishings and landscaped grounds. While
some couples have chosen more elaborate decorations,
many have opted for tablecloths and simple centerpieces.
Highgate Carriage House.
Photo by Amberlee Christey Photography.
“Everyone has a different story. Everyone has a different
style. They make it to what they want. It’s definitely a
magical place,” says Satterfield.
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