Pristine Appalachian Charm Awaits Your Oakleaf Cottage Wedding

Oakleaf Cottage is a quaint venue that feels as though it exists outside the constraints of time. Located just minutes outside Chattanooga, this venue puts you in the midst of lush Appalachia for a woodsy wedding unlike any other! As a Georgia wedding photographer, I get to see some of the best venues all across the state! Here is what you can expect from an Oakleaf Cottage wedding.

About The Oakleaf Cottage Wedding Venue

6979 Highway 136, Trenton, Georgia 30752

If you ask Cris Angsten, weddings were just not something she thought would be her calling. It started back in 2016 when she and her husband, Dave, purchased a family residence on 32 acres. The land was pure magic, and when their friend suggested turning it into a wedding venue, they decided to give it a try. The rest, as they say, is history! Today, Oakleaf Cottage serves as an intimate wedding space just waiting to give you your happily ever after! 

Details of the Grounds

With Oakleaf Cottage, you will be able to rent out the namesake house for the day of your wedding. With this space, you will have 4 picture-perfect bedrooms where you can get ready for your celebration. Then, once it’s time for your ceremony, you will have several spots. For those who would prefer an indoor service, I think you are going to adore the barn, where you will have a rustic spot for an intimate ceremony. If you’d prefer something a bit more woodsy, the venue offers a mountainside location as well as a location in the middle of the forest. With both spots, you will have a scenic space surrounded by towering trees and grassy aisles. 

Once it’s time for your cocktail hour, your guests can order drinks in the barn before exploring the trails throughout the venue. They can head back inside once the reception begins. The interior of the barn is lovely with raw wooden beams and white shiplap on the walls. With drapery and greenery, it becomes a downright dream! This venue can hold up to 115 guests, making it ideal for microweddings. 

Photography Opportunities

Oakleaf Cottage is packed with beautiful spots perfect for your wedding portraits! The interior of the cottage is a favorite for bridal pics. Outside, the woods offer a number of romantic backdrops ideal for couple’s portraits and group shots. 

Wedding Details

Throughout your wedding weekend, Oakleaf Cottage will take care of everything! I highly recommend renting out the cottage throughout your weekend so you have a cozy space to crash before and after your celebration. The venue offers both partial and full planning as well as an option to add on a wedding designer. They will provide you with tables and chairs, plus they have vintage decorations you can use throughout your day. They will also have staff members there to keep things moving smoothly. 

Maggie & Jacob’s Ethereal Wedding Day at the Oakleaf Cottage Wedding Venue

The air was filled with anticipation and joy at Oakleaf Cottage in Trenton, GA. On this beautiful day, high school sweethearts Maggie and Jacob decided to say their vows, marking a decade since their love story began. There’s something magical about capturing a love that has stood the test of time. Their wedding was an intimate gathering, a charming celebration of love, art, and sustainability that was as unique as they are. Capturing this beautiful ethereal wedding day was a dream! And I can’t wait to capture many more like this.

Maggie, an artist, lent her creative touch to the details of the day. She hand-designed their invites, filling them with a personal and artistic touch that was undeniably them. The venue, Oakleaf Cottage, was a dream. Located in the heart of nature, it’s a green, sustainable venue that was a dream to work with. The stunning natural backdrop provided a serene and enchanting setting for their vows. Witnessing Maggie and Jacob’s love unfold was like watching a beautifully scripted movie. Their decision to opt for a First Touch instead of a First Look added an extra layer of excitement and anticipation! As they reached out for each other, eyes still a secret, their love was almost palpable.

The reception was a testament to their shared love of movies and TV shows. Each table had a cloche containing an item from a beloved film or series. It was a creative and personal touch that showcased their shared passions and memories. And as if that wasn’t enough, records hung from the ceiling, creating a whimsical atmosphere that had everyone in awe. As the day was coming to an end, the couple exited under a tunnel of lightsabers, a nod to Star Wars and an exciting end to a perfect day. It was a moment of pure joy – a fitting end to a celebration that was a perfect reflection of the couple’s journey together.

Dreams Come True In The Forest At The Oakleaf Cottage Wedding Venue

If you are looking for a breathtaking space for your forest wedding, I think you are going to love the Oakleaf Cottage wedding venue! This Trenton venue is just waiting to deliver your perfect celebration. 

Once you have your venue, it’s time to start thinking about your photographer. That’s where I come in! I am a Georgia wedding photographer, and I adore working with couples to help them document every wonderful second of their day. If you think I might be the one for you, let’s chat! Send me a message today to get the conversation started! 

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