The Merrimon-Wynne House
EST. 2014

There is no emoji that can do this charming estate's curb appeal justice.
Set in the heart of historic downtown Raleigh and only a few doors away from the Governor’s Mansion, this 1800's home has been restored to its original grandeur. Host a grandiose and glittering affair that would make Gatsby himself jealous.
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Classic
Elegant
Garden Party
Romantic
Victorian
Venue Setting
Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, The Merrimon-Wynne House and grounds is an elegant combination of 19th century charm and 21st century sophistication. This historic estate, located on the birthplace of Dr. Jane McKimmon, is Raleigh’s premier wedding and corporate events venue. This picturesque home and its expansive grounds offer an unforgettable setting for your next special event. We welcome you to discover our history, tour our property and be our guest.
Capacity
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Price range
- Does this include catering fees?
No
- Estimated price per head
from $85 to $150
- Additional charges
Bar Minimums starting at $3000
- Insurance
Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
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Weddings

If beautifully manicured gardens, stately mansions and regal settings are all over your wedding vision board, you’re going to love this list of venues. Grand estates and manors are tucked into cities and countryside locations all over the country, and we’ve gone ahead and selected some of our favorites. These are places that know how to utilize both indoors and out to create a wedding space that’s elegant, timeless and memorable. You can get married in peony gardens or fruit orchards, or be surrounded by Grecian statues when you exchange your vows.
There’s a century-old Beverly Hills mansion overlooking the city of Los Angeles, a 175-room estate in the Brandywine Valley of Delaware that has a glass-enclosed pavilion, and a hilltop property with incredible views of Colorado’s Yampa River Valley. In short, there’s a little something to fit with just about any wedding vision board if private estates are your thing.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown

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Here at The Venue Report, we’ve come up with a way to share deals and discounts on event spaces, boutique hotel rooms, and even wedding plans. Follow along for the ride as we bring you a free stay in an African safari luxury lodge, discounts on some seriously legit party spaces, and a few events we think you should know about. Because getting out and gathering is at the top of our priority list these days.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown
Weddings

Good ole James Taylor had it all right when he wrote, “In my mind I'm goin' to Carolina. Can't you see the sunshine? Can't you just feel the moonshine?” North Carolina, with its incredible mountain ranges and gorgeous landscapes, is so full of good, fresh mountain air you can practically feel yourself recharging in the countryside out here. And whether on a beach or in the mountains, we all know there’s nowhere better to get married than while basking in the glory of the sunshine and the moonshine.
From countryside farmhouses way up in the mountains of Asheville to boutique hotels on the outer banks of the NC salty coast, this great state has a wedding venue that’s perfect for just about any couple planning a gorgeous southern wedding. If you’re into contemporary art, there’s a great hotel museum in Durham. If you’re more about that slow secret garden in a historic town vibe, there’s an atrium in Wilmington that could be right up your alley. Take the jump into this tree-filled southern state with us and let us know what venues you’re ready to feel the moonshine in.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Pictured Left: The Ridge
Gatherings

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