Aurora Farms Wedding Venue
Imagine your wedding taking place at an elegant and unique post and beam wedding venue situated in Taylors, South Carolina, a short drive north of the city of Greenville.
Some History of Aurora Farms
Living in a subdivision for 18 years, the Fortners had to drive by an old horse farm just a few miles away on their way to jobs in downtown Greenville. Yvonne had commented countless times how the farm had the most beautiful weeping willow tree that would make the perfect wedding backdrop. Suddenly, in 2015, that property was for sale. The location was perfect, and it came with an old fixer-upper farmhouse to live right next door. Unfortunately, the list price was way too high for their budget. But it sat on the market for an entire year, with Yvonne saying to Mike every time they passed by: "There's our wedding venue."
A year later, in 2016, the For Sale signs came down and Yvonne told Mike sadly that their “wedding venue” had sold. One week later, the For Sale by Owner signs appeared, and within a week, the Fortners had their offer in, petrified by what they had done because their house was nowhere near ready to sell, they would have two mortgages until their subdivision house sold, and the old farmhouse needed LOTS of work. But that weeping willow tree!!!
Finally, to pick a building style and name. It had to be unique AND affordable AND they wanted to offer packages and options that would make wedding planning much less overwhelming than it had been for their girls. Mike gets credit for the name; Aurora is actually Yvonne’s first name, the same first name as her paternal grandmother; and "Farms" since this property was formerly a horse farm.
Facilities and Capacity
Boasting ample space, both indoors and out, this venue seamlessly blends country charm with modern elegance. Their spacious and bright barn is great for hosting romantic ceremonies or can act as a contemporary reception spot to celebrate the big day. Interior doors allow guests to section off the barn into separate event areas, while the white walls and suspended rafters play off natural light, effecting an elevated farm wedding experience. With enough room to accommodate up to 250 guests, the surrounding natural landscape offers alternative event space as well as picturesque photo opportunities so couples can always cherish the memories they made at Aurora Farms.
Services Offered
Mike and Yvonne Fortner, founders of the Aurora Farms estate, aim to provide couples with a wedding experience that is both unforgettable and affordable. Along with their immediate family, they provide either a location-only option for weddings or a more inclusive set of services to ensure that every event is fully supplied and equipped with appropriate wedding-day necessities. A list of the services and features that can be found at this location is as follows:
Get-ready rooms
Access to tables, chairs, and linens
Onsite parking
Setup and teardown services
Option to bring in outside vendors
WiFi
Sound system (includes microphone and Bluetooth / CD player)
Optional venue decor
Spacious patio with fire pits and propane heaters
Dance floor
Wheelchair access
As you can see Aurora Farms Wedding Venue is one of the most incredible backdrops for a wedding in Greenville, South Carolina. There are so many beautiful spots in and around the barn to capture stunning images that you can cherish for a lifetime! It is a must see when planning your wedding.
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