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Slate and Cypress Vs Wrightsville Manor

A Venue Comparison

Before choosing your event location, compare what each site offers. Here’s a side-by-side look at two premier coastal Carolina wedding and event venues, Slate & Cypress and Wrightsville Manor, focusing on features, amenities, and benefits.

Amenity

Slate & Cypress, NC

Wrightsville Manor, NC

All-Inclusive (venue, food & beverage, wedding planning, event staff, DJ Entertainment)

X

-

Amenity

Slate & Cypress, NC

Wrightsville Manor, NC

Services

All-Inclusive (venue, food & beverage, wedding planning, event staff, DJ Entertainment)

X

-

In-House Full-Service Wedding Planning & Event Day Coordinator

X

-

Exclusive State-of-the-Art Lighting & Sound DJ Entertainment

X

-

Exclusive Customizable & Restaurant Grade Food & Beverage

X

-

In-House Event Design Suite

X

-

Indoor Event Space

Indoor Conditioned Event Space

~4,900 sf

~3,000 sf

Indoor Ballroom with Extensive Lighting Options

X

-

Maximum Indoor Seated Occupancy

~200

~150

Indoor Ceremony Locations

1

1

On-Site Bridal Suite

X

X

Custom Indoor Bars

1

1

On-Site Kitchen

X

X

ADA Restrooms

X

X

Outdoor Event Space

Oudoor Event Space

>108,000 sf

<4,000 sf

Outdoor Covered Event Space

>3,500 sf

>0 sf

Custom Outdoor Patio Bar w/ Furniture

1

-

Water Fountains

2

-

Planter Fountains

1

1

Outdoor Ceremony Locations

6

1

Property

Professionally Curated Garden Estate (pleathora of variety of mature trees, bushes, flowering plants, & natural grass fields)

X

-

Curated Event Facility

>5 acres

<0.5 acres

On-Site Hardscaped & Lighted Parking Spaces

74

-

Courtesy Parking Lot Shuttle

X

-

Extensive Outdoor Landscape & Architectural Lighting

X

-

3500 sf Sophisticated Estate Cottage for Bridal Party getting ready or Overnight Accommodations (pool, billiards, wrap porch, high-end finishings)

X

-

On-site Overnight Accommodations

X

-

Locale to Beach <5 miles

X

X

Choice Beachside Area amenitites (lodging, entertainment, transportation, food and beverage, etc.)

X

X

Neighborhood

Light Residential

Heavy Residential/ Commercial

Included Rentals

Indoor/Reception Chairs

200

150

Outdoor/Ceremony Folding Chairs

200

-

Outdoor Benches

14

-

High-End Bar-height Cocktail Chairs

15

-

Indoor Tables (round, banquet, specialty)

50

~26

Outdoor Gas Fire Tables

4

-

Décor & Other: faux green wall; ice cream cart; dessert stands; mobile ceremony arbor; etc.

X

-

About Slate & Cypress

Slate & Cypress is an all-inclusive wedding and event destination that provides an effortless, elevated experience. Set on over 5 acres of curated gardens, this private Estate offers both grandeur and intimacy for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions, located close to entertainment, lodging, and several beaches, such as the hidden gem Ocean Isle Beach, NC, and Myrtle Beach, SC.

Guests can enjoy the 4,900-square-foot climate-controlled ballroom with an exposed brick fireplace, custom indoor bar, expansive windows that offer floods of natural light, six stunning chandeliers, and extensive lighting options that create a warm and sophisticated ambiance. The in-house event design suite, a bridal suite, and a fully equipped kitchen allow every detail from décor to exquisitely exclusive dining to be perfectly coordinated for your special occasion.

The wedding venue spans over 108,000 square feet of curated event space, with covered and uncovered courtyards, a custom European-style bistro patio bar, elegant fountains, and multiple ceremony locations to fit every vision. A 3,500-square-foot private Estate Cottage with pool, wrap-around porch, billiards room, and overnight accommodations is a truly lavish space for you and your wedding party to get ready in comfort and in style.

About Wrightsville Manor

Wrightsville Manor is a charming, coastal-inspired event and wedding venue located less than 5 miles from the beach. Known for its proximity to Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, and intimate 3,000-square-foot indoor space, it’s a picturesque setting for smaller gatherings and weddings.

The wedding venue has one indoor and one outdoor ceremony location, a bridal suite, an on-site prep kitchen, and ADA restrooms. While the outdoor event space is limited to under 4,000 square feet, it’s a cozy spot for boutique events. Being close to local beaches, entertainment, and lodging makes it a convenient destination for guests. However, be prepared to inform your guests of the challenges parking and traffic present in such a high-traffic, densely populated, commercialized event and wedding venue.

Why Choose Slate & Cypress Over Wrightsville Manor

When it comes to an effortless, luxurious, and stress-free event, Slate & Cypress stands alone. Unlike Wrightsville Manor, Slate & Cypress is a fully all-inclusive event or wedding venue, with exclusive food and beverage service, event planning, event day staff, and DJ entertainment all under one roof. With in-house wedding coordination, customizable restaurant-grade food and beverage services, and dedicated event staff handling setup, breakdown, decor, and guest services, hosts can just relax and enjoy the moment.
The size and scale of Slate & Cypress is also larger than Wrightsville Manor – greater indoor space and over 25 times more outdoor event space – all while providing the serenity of a private coastal Estate. With seven ceremony locations, professional lighting and sound systems, and a professionally curated garden Estate, it’s designed for flexibility, elegance, and an amazing guest experience.

Slate & Cypress offers a premier experience for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations near Ocean Isle Beach, NC, and Myrtle Beach, SC, and just a short drive from Wrightsville Beach, NC. As one of the most exclusive wedding venues in both the Wilmington and Myrtle Beach area, Slate & Cypress blends timeless Mediterranean charm with modern sophistication—making it the ideal destination for couples and hosts who expect more from their event space. Whether you’re planning a romantic garden ceremony, an upscale indoor reception, or a full-service corporate gala, this stunning private Estate delivers an unmatched blend of service, design, and atmosphere.
For luxury, convenience, and total event support, Slate & Cypress delivers the ultimate experience with personalized services.