The Barn at Sitton Hill Farm

Imagine your wedding taking place against the backdrop of some of the most beautiful landscapes in the state.. As one of the most picturesque wedding venues in the area, the Barn at Sitton Hill Farm offers just that. Located just a few minutes from Greenville, South Carolina, the Barn at Sitton Hill Farm is one of the cities most sought after venues, setting the stage for a truly breathtaking wedding experience.

Some History of The Barn at Sitton Hill Farm

Sitton Hill Farm was built in 1878 by Samuel Monroe Sitton for his wife and four daughters, one of whom was Zermah Vermelle Sitton. The house was built with hand-made bricks on a tract of 2,000 acres. Zermah married George Mellish Pope, an Engineer from Boston, who traveled South to work on the nearby Saluda Dam project.

In 1937, Mr. Pope purchased the home and land from the Sitton heirs and made extensive renovations and additions. At this time, the roads were still dirt filled and it was impossible to reach except for horseback. Consequently, the east wing apartments were added to accommodate the Popes and their daughter, Zermah Sitton Pope, on these extended visits. The west guest quarters were added in 1938 when Miss Pope married.

Although they lived in Niagara Falls, New York, the family spent a great amount of time at Sitton Hill Farm and entertained frequently with square dances and barbecues. The Popes kept horses for many years, so buggy rides and horse shows were also a major attraction at parties held at the farm.

Many years later, Mr. Pope donated the land for Pope Field in Easley, and the grounds and adjacent land were named for him. After the death of her parents, Mrs. Zermah Pope Holland lived in the east wing apartments until 1990 when she moved to Greenville. The main house had remained uninhabited for twenty years.

In 1996, her son, Harold Calhoun Smith III, his wife Betsy, and their two daughters, Yancey and Sitton, began renovating the main house and implementing major landscape alterations. In 1998, the Smiths moved from Greenville and made Sitton Hill Farm their permanent home. After his death in 2007, Mrs. Smith has remained in the home and thoroughly enjoys her life on the farm.

the barn at sitton hill farm | bride and groom kissing at sunset

Accommodations and Number of Guests That Can be Accommodated

The Guest Cottage blends past and present with traditional southern furnishings, antiques, and a modern twist. It is designed as a bridal suite thoughtfully appointed for the bride and her bridesmaids to get ready and relax on her special day. An added bonus for your wedding day! Includes:

-Hair & make-up room,

- A beautiful black and white tile bathroom with pocket doors, vanity, granite counter-tops, and shower,

-A closet

-A sitting area with tongue and groove white ceilings completely furnished with a kitchenette, mini fridge, coffee maker, and microwave

-A large antique mirror for bridal photos

-Wi-fi available

The Barn is equipped to graciously host every type of event. It is perfect for weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, various parties, church events, fundraisers, charity benefits, and corporate events. Features & Amenities of the Barn include:

-Three restrooms including handicapped accessible

-Extra room with a billiard table, seating, and a separate bathroom with a large shower and closet (can be used for a Groom’s room the day of the wedding)

-Vaulted ceilings

-Tables and Chairs available for rent

-Large Commercial Kitchen with prep tables, gas convection oven, warming oven, storage, sinks, ice maker, and refrigerator

-Indoor/Outdoor climate controlled venue with sliding glass panel doors

-Fully equipped bar with stainless sinks and coolers

-Paved patios and a Paved Amphitheater adjacent to the building

-Plenty of parking

-Separate Pavilion area with extra seating

-Dimmed indoor lighting and exquisite outdoor lighting on the pavers and in the fields

-Use of the grounds for photographs

-Unobstructed views of spectacular rolling hills

-Beautiful sunsets