Chapman Hill Wins Regional Best of Georgia Wedding Venue
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When the announcement came through that we won Best of Georgia Regional, our team was beaming with smiles of excitement and shock. We quickly recognized the amazing honor it is to have supporters who rally for us. It's brides and grooms who used their votes as tokens of appreciation for the memories they've made here. This win carries a special kind of weight. It’s not just a pat on the back or a shiny badge for our website. It’s a vote of confidence from the people who matter most: our couples, their families, our neighbors, and the community we love here in Northeast Georgia.
Chapman Hill is not a corporation with a long hallway of offices. We're not a part of the 'Big Wedding' corporate rat race. We're a local, family-run wedding venue tucked into quiet Jefferson hillsides. Most days you’ll find us sweeping porches, resetting furniture, or prepping our decor for a new season. This recognition reflects the heart behind all of that daily work—not just the weddings, but the upkeep and what goes on behind the curtain.
So today we want to slow down and talk about what Best of Georgia means to us, how it reflects the character of this community, and what makes Chapman Hill the kind of place people feel proud to celebrate in.
Photo - @sabrinakthomasphotography Floral - Pannell Designs & Events Rentals - Barron's Rentals
A Local Win With Local Heart
Awards that rely on votes from real people—neighbors, former brides and grooms, vendors, families, and friends—hold a different kind of meaning. Best of Georgia isn’t about popularity online or an outside committee making decisions from afar. It’s a grassroots recognition. And the fact that it comes from the Georgia Business Journal means it reflects the sentiment of people who understand this area, this lifestyle, and this region’s appreciation for genuine hospitality.
Jefferson, Braselton, Commerce, Nicholson, Athens, and the broader Northeast Georgia area form a tight-knit web of small towns that look out for each other. Many of the couples who get married at Chapman Hill grew up right here in these zip codes. Their parents remember when certain roads were still gravel, and their grandmothers still point out where the best pecan trees grow.
When they choose Chapman Hill, they’re not choosing a venue—they’re choosing a piece of home. So when those same people took the time to vote for us, it felt like the strongest affirmation we could ever receive.
Photo - Kendall Criswell Floral - Bloom & Ivy
Why This Venue Resonates With Georgia Couples
There are wedding venues all across the state, from Atlanta rooftops to North Georgia mountain overlooks, but Chapman Hill has always aimed to create something a little different. Something that feels grounded. Something beautiful without losing its sense of ease. Something elegant without asking anyone to pretend.
Couples who tour the property tend to use the same words again and again: peaceful, relaxed, intentional, warm, and welcoming. That reaction didn’t happen by accident—it’s the direct result of how this venue was built and how it’s run.
Photo: John & Kym Creative Co.
Below are a few things that consistently set Chapman Hill apart, and likely contributed to this year’s Best of Georgia Regional win.
A Ceremony Tree That Feels Like It Was Waiting for This
Some venues install arches or build structures to create a focal point for ceremonies. Chapman Hill simply preserved the one nature had already made.
The ceremony tree is often the first thing people ask about when they visit. Its open canopy, wide branches, and natural symmetry create a setting that feels both intimate and grand. Light filters through the leaves in a way photographers dream about, and couples love the feeling of standing underneath something so rooted and steady on a day when their own lives are shifting into something brand new.
In a region known for its rolling hills and tall pines, this ceremony space fits right into the Northeast Georgia landscape—timeless, quiet, and deeply connected to the outdoors.
Photo - A & E Photography + Videography Florals - Florals by Sophia Lynn
Indoor and Outdoor Ceremony Options
With both indoor and outdoor ceremony options built into the property, you get flexibility without sacrificing beauty.
The indoor ceremony space was intentionally designed to feel like an extension of the outdoors: tall ceilings, soft natural light, neutral tones, and enough room for your guests to settle in comfortably.
Couples tell us it feels calming the moment they walk in—exactly what you want on a wedding day.
And when you pair that with the outdoor tree ceremony space, you get the best of both worlds. Two beautiful options, one cohesive experience.
Inside: Photo - Kait Victoria Photo Florals - @sheilsriveraweddings Planner - @lacecoweddings
Outside: Photo - @amyephoto
A Layout That Makes Sense From the First Look to the Last Dance
One of the things that genuinely sets Chapman Hill apart from many venues in Georgia is its flow. Because the property was designed with weddings in mind, the movement from one moment to the next feels natural and convenient instead of forced.
Your ceremony naturally leads to the courtyard, where cocktail hour has that soft, slow feeling of late afternoon in Northeast Georgia. The reception space is positioned close enough for easy transitions but far enough away that every moment feels distinct. Guests don’t wander in confusion, parking is close, and no one has to walk across a field in heels. These things may seem small, but they matter on the day of—and they’re one of the reasons couples consistently choose Chapman Hill.
Photo - Austyn Seitz Photography | Coordinator - @lovelyday_weddingsandevents | Florals - Ruthie's Flowers
The Getting Ready Suites That Make the Day Feel Easy
One of the most common pieces of feedback we hear from brides is that Chapman Hill’s getting ready suites make the morning feel like a family gathering rather than a rushed checklist. With plenty of natural light, custom makeup stations, full-length mirrors, and room for people to move around comfortably, the space gives wedding parties the ability to settle in without crowding or chaos.
Left: Photo - Cuenca Creative | Floral - Bloom & Ivy | Entertainment - Club Rett | HAMU - Formal Faces | Catering- Thyme to Cater
Right: Photo - Southern Frame Studio | Coordinator - @lovelydayweddings | HAMU - Formal Faces
The groom’s suite has its own personality—laid-back, warm, comfortable, and private. It gives the guys a place to unwind, joke around, or quietly get ready without losing track of time.
Georgia couples appreciate places with character, especially when that character feels familiar rather than staged. These suites were built to feel like home—just polished enough for a wedding day, but relaxed enough that no one has to tiptoe.
Left: Photo - Katie Hutt Photography | Coordination - @lovelyday_weddingsandevents | floral - Bloom & Ivy
Right: Photo - Austyn Seitz Photography | Coordinator - lovelyday_weddingsandevents | Florals - Ruthie's Flowers
Photographic Opportunities That Celebrate the Landscape
Photographers especially love Chapman Hill. In fact, many have told us they get excited when they see our name on their calendar. The ceremony tree, the rolling pasture views, the porch columns, the soft white exterior, the courtyard lights at dusk, and the interior spaces with clean lines and beautiful natural tones all create a dream environment for capturing timeless images.
Many couples choose Chapman Hill specifically because the property removes the need to drive around town hunting for photo spots. Everything is right here, and everything photographs beautifully during every season—spring green, summer warmth, fall leaves, and winter light.
Photo - @k_p_photo | Floral - Bloom & Ivy | HAMU - Lavender Luxe
A Team That Treats Wedding Days Like Family Events
Ask anyone who has spent time at Chapman Hill, and they will tell you the same thing: the people here are the heart of the venue.
We don't operate from a distance. We’re present. We listen. We anticipate needs. We fix unexpected challenges quietly so couples never even know something went wrong. We have safety pins, extra chargers, a solution for a missing boutonniere, and the kind of sense of humor that keeps the energy steady when emotions run high.
You’ll find us straightening chairs before guests arrive, making sure grandparents have the best seats, holding trains before a windy photo, opening doors for families carrying diaper bags, and offering calming reassurance at exactly the right moment.
That human touch—deeply rooted in Southern hospitality—is something you can’t manufacture, and it’s one of the reasons our Northeast Georgia community voted for us so enthusiastically.
Top Left: Photo - Thread Film Co. | Coordination - @lovelyday_weddingsandevents | Florals: Suwanee Towne Florist
Top Right: Photo - Katie Hutt Photography | Coordination - @lovelyday_weddingsandevents | floral - Bloom & Ivy
Bottom Left: Photo - Emily Lauren Photo | Coordination - @lovelydayweddings
Bottom Middle: photo - @kay.nicole.photo | coordination - @lovelyday_weddingsandevents | HAMU - Southern Edge Hair Studio and Sarah Parker Beauty | bar - @xclusivemobilebartending
Bottom Right: Photo - @k_p_photo | Floral - Bloom & Ivy | HAMU - Lavender Luxe
Why This Win Belongs to the Community
Chapman Hill has always been a place shaped by people: the couples who choose us, the families who return years later for anniversary photos, the local vendors who make events here shine, and the neighbors who cheer us on.
Winning Best of Georgia Regional reflects the values this region is known for: warmth, generosity, connection, and pride in the places that feel like home. We feel incredibly grateful that so many people believe in what we’re doing here and took the time to vote.
As we look ahead, we’re more committed than ever to offering a venue that feels personal, thoughtful, and rooted in the spirit of Northeast Georgia. We’ll continue preserving the ceremony tree, maintaining the grounds, caring for this property, and welcoming people through our doors with the same hospitality that earned us this award.
Chapman Hill will never stop being a place where weddings feel both elevated and grounded in real connection. This recognition simply strengthens our resolve to keep doing what we’ve always done—serve our couples and our community with heart.
Thank you for making us one of our regions Best of Georgia . We’re proud to bring this honor home to Jefferson.
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Chapman Hill is a locally owned and operated business. We sincerely hope to encourage couples to learn more about the value and importance of choosing a locally owned business when it’s time to book your wedding venue & vendors. With locally owned venues you will often see a higher level of hospitality, better communication and a greater desire to truly ensure your wedding exceeds expectations. We are thrilled to support wedding venue owners from around the country with a weekly shout out in our blog.
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