Slate & Cypress Weddings and Estate

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the advantages of in-house wedding planning, and what makes wedding planning so unique at Slate & Cypress?

We will handle everything! We are full-service wedding planning. This is a very big difference than what is called a “wedding coordinator,” or “partial wedding planner.” We are with our clients from the very beginning through the wedding day, providing comprehensive wedding planning and event management. Our innovative and personalized full-service wedding planning model is designed with balance, organization, transparency, and most importantly, unlimited communication. Once you place the trust of your vision with us, we will work together to navigate our proprietary planning process in composing such things as your event day timeline, to-do list, inspiration board, floor plan, seating chart, questionnaire, itinerary, vendor contacts, and more! You will have access to your complete wedding planning information in real time via our proprietary digital planning portal. Weekly or bi-monthly virtual wedding planning calls will help us stay on track and keep us informed every step of the way, and we are of course available for an unlimited number of phone calls and emails! Experience comprehensive wedding planning with a personal touch!

The perfect combination of indoor comfort and outdoor recreation. Our venue offers some amazing outdoor spaces for weddings that blend elegance with nature’s beauty. You can exchange vows in the lush Topiary Tree Orchard, which has a striking Tuscan water fountain, or enjoy the charming Courtyard Gardens with its smokeless fire pits and a European-style garden arbor that’s 17 feet tall. These areas provide a stunning backdrop for your special day. We also have manicured lawns, perfect for open-air events, and the European-style covered Bistro Patio for a cozy yet stylish cocktail hour. Each setting combines picturesque landscapes with a touch of sophistication, making them perfect for unforgettable weddings.

Our venue offers a range of spaces and accommodations designed to create a memorable wedding celebration. There’s the grand Venue Hall, with its many glass walls, climate-controlled space and 25-foot ceilings, perfect for up to 180 seated guests. For those who love the outdoors, we have beautifully landscaped gardens, including lawns, a Topiary Tree Orchard with a Tuscan water fountain, and charming Courtyard Gardens with fire pits and a towering garden arbor. The European-style Bistro Patio is a classical indoor and outdoor Parisian affair. For a more extended celebration, the Estate Cottage offers luxurious overnight accommodations with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a billiards room, and a pool, or simply take advantage of this amazing Estate Cottage for you and your wedding party to spend the day getting ready! Each of these spaces provides a stunning backdrop and can cater to various wedding styles and needs.

You may have heard the phrase “all-inclusive” in regards to the wedding industry, only to find that you are being outsourced to several independent wedding vendors. At Slate & Cypress, “all-inclusive” means exactly what you think it should mean – exclusive in-house services. Slate & Cypress provides full-service wedding planning and event management, customizable restaurant-grade food and beverage, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, DJ entertainment, and professional event day hospitality staff. As a service facility, we prioritize attention to you and your guests. You can relax knowing we stand behind our products and personal services, providing you with a seamless, stress-free experience.

A hidden beachside gem! Located in beautiful Calabash, North Carolina, we are nestled along the serene shores that connect the short stretch of coastline between Wilmington, NC, and Myrtle Beach, SC. We are conveniently located less than 5 miles from the beach and surrounded by an array of conveniences and amenities, including some of the Carolinas’ most beautiful beaches, dining, lodging, golf courses, shopping, entertainment, and more! We specialize in destination weddings, so please ask our professional, experienced staff how we can make your dream destination wedding experience a reality!

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