Top wedding venues in Chapel Hill, NC on Zola

Updated 7/21/2025

When celebrating your love, you’ll want to choose a venue that feels true to you as a couple. Barn or brewery? Skyline or shoreline? Your venue is often one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make when wedding planning—but it doesn’t have to be stressful! We’ve got you with this year’s most-loved venues. These wedding venues have some of the best reviews from Zola couples.

Old Lystra Inn

Up to 162 guestsRaw spaceOutdoor & indoor
Old Lystra Inn
Old Lystra Inn

Old Lystra Inn

Up to 162 guestsRaw spaceOutdoor & indoor
What couples are saying
Working with Tony and Beth at Old Lystra Inn was an absolute dream from start to finish. After spending countless hours searching for the perfect venue, my husband and I knew immediately that this was the one the moment we pulled up the driveway. Tony greeted us with a late-evening tour that felt incredibly personal, not at all rushed—and it set the tone for everything that followed. The property itself is breathtaking. The grounds are impeccably maintained and filled with charm, and so much is included in the rental package—tent, dance floor, chairs, tables, and more—which made planning far less stressful.
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Ardenwood Farm

Up to 200 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor & indoor
Ardenwood Farm
Ardenwood Farm

Ardenwood Farm

Up to 200 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor & indoor
What couples are saying
Ardenwood Farm was the perfect venue for my summer bridal shower and I could not have been happier with my experience! The owner, Julia, is kind, communicative, and overall wonderful to work with. We rented the small venue behind the covered riding ring and it more than comfortably fit 25 guests at a competitive price for the Chapel Hill area. The chairs and tables were set up to our specifications and we had full access to their decor closet, including a bar cart, vases, and vintage pieces. We were able to bring our own food and had access to an ice
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The Parlour At Manns Chapel

Up to 100 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
The Parlour At Manns Chapel
The Parlour At Manns Chapel

The Parlour At Manns Chapel

Up to 100 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
What couples are saying
The Parlour At Manns Chapel was the perfect venue for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication was friendly, fast and efficient - they made the planning process so easy. The venue itself has a charming, cozy garden feel that didn't require a lot of additional decor to make it special. We loved the intimate, welcoming atmosphere and the fact that they had all the vendors we needed as recommendations to make our day seamless. They made our wedding day perfect!
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Stilllife

Up to 600 guestsAll-inclusiveOutdoor & indoor
Stilllife
Stilllife

Stilllife

Up to 600 guestsAll-inclusiveOutdoor & indoor
What couples are saying
Thank you to Cameron and the staff of Stilllife Chapel Hill. We had a great time at our private event in the back Loft!!! The DJ was great and can’t wait to see the pictures!
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Sanctuary Farm

Up to 180 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
Sanctuary Farm
Sanctuary Farm

Sanctuary Farm

Up to 180 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
What couples are saying
Sanctuary Farm NC was the perfect place to celebrate our wedding. The setting was more than just beautiful—it was alive. Towering trees swayed gently in the breeze, birds skimmed across the pond, and the scent of fresh earth and blooming flowers filled the air. Everything about this place felt like it was meant for love, connection, and celebration. Our ceremony felt intimate and deeply personal, as if nature itself was blessing our vows. When it was time to celebrate, the barn and reception loft transformed into a lively, joyful space filled with laughter, music, and incredible food made from fresh, local
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