What Couples Should Know Before Scheduling a Venue Tour

Filed in Tips — July 2, 2025

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What Couples Should Know Before Scheduling a Wedding Venue Tour

The Best Nashville Wedding Venue
Samantha Harrell Photography

Let’s talk about everything you need to know before scheduling your wedding venue tour. From guest capacity to rain plans and transparent pricing, we’re covering it all so keep reading about what you need to know before you schedule your wedding venue tour.

Venue Capacity and Flexibility

What Couples Should Know Before Scheduling a Wedding Venue Tour

Ensure the venue you’ve fallen in love with can accommodate your guest list. Mint Springs Farm is uniquely designed to host up to 250 guests, but its versatile layout also offers an intimate setting for 100 or fewer, allowing you to customize the experience for your wedding size.

Understand What’s Included in Your Venue Package

What Couples Should Know Before Scheduling a Wedding Venue Tour
Samantha Harrell Photography

When choosing an all-inclusive wedding venue, transparency is key. Not all venue packages are the same. Be sure to know exactly what’s included and more importantly what is not. For example, did you know that Mint Springs Farm includes a Sprinter on site to move the wedding party around the property? We are always upfront about what’s added on throughout the planning process (i.e. additional florals, rentals, vendor meals, bartenders, additional lunches for the suites, 9.75% TN Sales Tax, etc). We do not include gratuity and is at the client’s discretion. Keep reading to see what we do and do not include in our all-inclusive pricing.

Rain Plan for Your Ceremony

Wedding Venue Rain Plan
Samantha Harrell Photography

What is the venue’s rain plan for the Ceremony? Many of our beautiful wedding venues in Middle TN have gorgeous gardens for their ceremonies. But … What happens if the weather has different plans for your garden ceremony on your day? Tenting $$$$$? Reception Flip? Did you know that Mint Springs has a beautiful Ceremony Pavilion that is not only open to the outside views but has clear window inserts if needed for weather? We have you covered  from raindrops to downpour!

Exclusive Vendors for Catering and Florals

Who are the exclusive Vendors at the venue for things like Catering and Florals? The quality and breath of their services will allow you to create an event that is everything you want it to be. G Catering is Mint Springs Farm exclusive caterer. Besides being one of the top caterers in Nashville, G Catering has been the Mint Springs Farm exclusive caterer for 8 years. They continue to innovate and create new and exciting additions to the menu while accommodating changing trends and allergies/dietary restrictions.

Bring your floral decor dreams to Angela of The Bloom House, our exclusive florist. Angela and her amazing team have decades of experience creating florals for celebrity clientele and some very well known Nashville events. Angela and her team are beyond creative ensuring that every wedding is unique. From large hanging floral installs to floral moments to stunning centerpieces and bouquets, The Bloom House team is passionate about every design detail.

Clear and Transparent Pricing

Dedicated Bridal Suite
Samantha Harrell Photography

Does the venue have clear and transparent pricing? Contracts can be overwhelming but are so important. Make sure you know exactly what you are getting for the package price so you don’t find yourself nickel and dimed on every little thing. For instance, most venues now have wonderful getting ready spaces for the wedding party but not all allow you in early enough for hair and makeup unless you add extra time for a fee. Did you know Mint Springs includes property access starting at 8:00 am on your wedding day! Plenty of time to relax and get ready together in our beautiful Bride and Groom spaces.

What IS and What IS NOT Included

Samantha Harrell Photography

All Weddings Include:
• Professional Planner
• Professional Design Concept
• Day-Of Event Assistant
• On-Site Event Staff
• Exclusive Day-Of Access to the Property (8:00am-11:00pm)
• Bridal Suite
• Grooms Loft
• Crafted Ceremony Pavilion + Rustic Seating 
• Open Air Cocktail Hour
• Indoor, Multi-Level Reception Barn
• Floral Design Team
• Décor Planning + On-Site Meetings
• Custom Built Farm Tables + Cross-back Chairs
• Designer Table Linens      
• Lounge Seating + Bistro Tables
• Outdoor Fire Pits
• China, Silverware + Glassware for Dinner
• Cake Table 
• Multiple Bars
• Day-Of Lunch Served for Wedding Party
• On Site Limo Transportation (4 hours during day-of)
• Exclusive Catering Options
• Uniformed, Professional Serving Staff
• Wedding Cake or Dessert Bar
• Professional DJ + Emcee Services
• Modern Sound Technology
• Custom Gobo Lighting
• Elegant Lighting Design +Spot Lighting
• Sparkler Send Off

Not Included
• Photographer
• Videographer 
• Fireworks 
• Shuttle service from hotels 
• Live Painters 
• Photo Booth 
• Wedding Dress/Suits 
• Invitations 
• Bar + Bartenders 
• Hair + Makeup

See Real Weddings & Book A Tour

Samantha Harrell Photography

Want to get an idea of what a real wedding looks like at Mint Springs Farm? Is an all white wedding your style? Or maybe a more colorful wedding? How about floral drama for fall or winter? Check out just a few of our gorgeous wedding wedding galleries. Instantly download pricing or check dates and availability for your wedding. We still have dates open for 2025, see if we have yours!

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