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The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Dream Wedding at Bella's Castle

Planning your wedding is an exciting journey filled with anticipation, creativity, and the promise of a magical day. At Bella’s Castle, our enchanting venue provides the perfect backdrop for your love story, and we’re here to help make the planning process as seamless as possible. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you plan your dream wedding at Bella’s Castle.

Step 1: Set the Date

Choosing your wedding date is the first and most important step. Bella’s Castle offers a picturesque setting from late May to early October, whether you’re envisioning a spring garden wedding, a summer celebration under the stars, a cozy fall ceremony, or a winter wonderland affair.

Pro tip: Book your date early to secure availability for your preferred season!

Step 2: Define Your Vision

Think about the theme and style of your wedding. Bella’s Castle exudes timeless elegance, making it the perfect venue for romantic, vintage, rustic, or fairytale-inspired weddings. From our charming castle architecture to the lush gardens, your vision will come to life here.

Start collecting inspiration: Pinterest boards, mood boards, or color palettes can help you visualize your dream day.

A bride and groom walking in the castle garden

Step 3: Create Your Guest List

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration of up to 110 guests, Bella’s Castle can accommodate your needs. Our gorgeous grounds spaces allow for whymiscal garden ceremony, relaxing cocktail hour in the courtyard and stunning receptions in the clear tent.

Step 4: Plan Your Ceremony and Reception Details

Ceremony Space: Exchange your vows in our romantic garden setting.
Reception Space: Host your reception in our elegant clear tent, where you and your guests can dine and dance the night away.
Décor Options: Use the natural beauty of Bella’s Castle as your foundation and add personal touches to make the space uniquely yours.

Wedding couple holding hands in the reception clear tent

Step 5: Work With Trusted Vendors

We’ve partnered with some of the best local vendors to help you with every detail, from catering to photography, floral arrangements, and entertainment. Need recommendations? Bella’s Castle has a list of trusted professionals who know our venue inside and out.

Step 6: Take Advantage of On-Site Amenities

Bella’s Castle isn’t just a venue; it’s an experience. Our Airbnb rooms provide a perfect retreat for the wedding couple or close family or friends to be there with you from rehearsal night to the day after the wedding. Imagine a relaxing stay before and after your big day!

Step 7: Plan Your Day-of Schedule

Creating a detailed timeline ensures your wedding day flows smoothly. With Bella’s Castle’s experienced team by your side, you’ll have support to make sure every moment is magical, from the ceremony to the last dance.

Step 8: Relax and Enjoy Your Special Day

Your wedding day is a celebration of your love story. Trust in the beauty of Bella’s Castle and the hard work of your team to create unforgettable memories.

Wedding couple standing in front of the castle

Why Choose Bella’s Castle?

Timeless Beauty: A venue that feels like a fairytale come to life.
Personalized Service: Our team is dedicated to helping you create your dream wedding.
Exclusive Experience: Enjoy the privacy and charm of a unique venue that’s all yours for the day.

Start planning your dream wedding at Bella’s Castle today! Contact us to schedule a tour or discuss your vision—we can’t wait to be part of your happily ever after.

Photo Credits Ice and Fire Photo - Martin Carson

How to Plan an Intimate Wedding That Feels Big on Love

Updated: 1 day ago

Dear bride or groom, you must be so excited about your upcoming wedding. Here are top 7 tips on how to make your dream wedding come true.

wedding couple in wedding attire holding bouquet

1. Start with a Vision

Paint the picture for your dream intimate wedding.

Ask yourselves: What do we want the day to feel like? Relaxed, elegant, whimsical?
Discuss priorities: Is it a cozy venue, an amazing meal, or a meaningful guest list?

Emphasize that starting with a clear vision ensures every decision aligns with what truly matters to the couple.

2. Build a Meaningful Guest List

Explain that an intimate wedding typically includes 20-50 guests or that your wedding venue can only have 100 guests.

Narrow down the list (e.g., immediate family, closest friends, and key supporters).
It’s okay to set boundaries. This is your day!

3. Choose the Right Venue

Smaller weddings open up creative venue options!

Imagine unique castle venue for your big day
Look for venues with built-in charm to save on décor!

4. Personalize Every Detail

Make the day truly your own.

Write personalized vows or speeches.
Incorporate family traditions or special hobbies.
Create DIY touches, like handwritten place cards or custom wedding favors.
Think small but meaningful.

5. Invest in Experiences, Not Excess

With fewer guests, couples can focus on quality over quantity.

Gourmet dining, live music, photobooth, lavish florals, champagne wall are now within reach.
Intimate settings means you have more time with each of your guest & less stress. This is your chance to truly savor the moment.

6. Capture the Memories

Small weddings can still have big memories.

Investing in a photographer, especially videographer who specializes in intimate gatherings.
Create a keepsake guest book with heartfelt notes or even recording video or audio messages.

7. Keep It Stress-Free

Small doesn’t mean simple, but it does mean easier to manage.

Staying organized: a clear timeline, a smaller to-do list.
Delegate and focus on enjoying your day.

A Celebration of Love

An intimate wedding isn’t about compromise—it’s about intentionality. With the right planning, these smaller celebrations can be just as memorable and beautiful as a big event, if not more so.