Business Details
Your Rustic Wedding Venue in the Smoky Mountains
Lily Barn is a 100-acre farm nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, offering a rustic yet elegant setting for weddings and special events. Established as a family-run business, we pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences. Our venue features a 130-year-old cantilever barn, a serene perennial garden, and a pond-side gazebo, complemented by full-service catering and cabin rentals. With over two decades of experience cultivating native plants and daylilies, we combine horticultural expertise with event planning to provide a unique backdrop for celebrations.Our team specializes in crafting personalized Smoky Mountain weddings, from intimate ceremonies to large-scale receptions, while also offering off-site catering and event coordination. The venue's strategic location near Cades Cove, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge makes it an accessible yet secluded destination. We maintain a professional yet warm approach, ensuring clients benefit from our extensive local knowledge and industry experience while preserving the natural beauty of our property.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Event Catering
Cabin Rentals
Event Planning
Garden Tours
Photo Sessions
Corporate Events
Family Reunions
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience cultivating native plants and daylilies for event decor
- Our venue includes a historic cantilever barn and 3-acre perennial garden
- Full-service catering available through Miss Lily's Cafe with 10+ years in Smoky Mountain events
- We provide on-site cabin rentals for guest accommodations and honeymoons
- Strategic location near Cades Cove entrance and 30 minutes from Gatlinburg
What people say
Beautiful gardens
Professional catering
Romantic atmosphere
Comprehensive packages
Scenic location
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Our Smoky Mountain venue hosts wedding ceremonies in a tin-roofed gazebo surrounded by daylilies and a pond. The space accommodates up to 150 guests with taupe chairs arranged for optimal visibility and acoustics. Professional event coordinators assist with setup and timing, ensuring your vows occur in a serene natural setting. The location's proximity to Cades Cove enhances photographic opportunities with mountain backdrops.
Event Catering
Miss Lily's Cafe provides full-service catering using scratch-made recipes featuring local ingredients. Our menu includes Southern comfort food, smoked meats, and gourmet options with customizable choices for dietary needs. We serve events at Lily Barn and off-site locations in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Knoxville. Professional staff handles setup, service, and cleanup for weddings and corporate events.
Cabin Rentals
We offer diverse cabin accommodations ranging from secluded log cabins to modern riverfront properties. Options include hot tubs, fire pits, sleeping arrangements for 4-15 guests, and pet-friendly units. All rentals feature kitchen facilities, internet access, and proximity to outdoor activities like tubing and fly fishing. Properties maintain unique decor while providing modern amenities for comfortable stays.
Garden Tours
Lily Barn showcases 20 years of native plant cultivation across 3 acres of perennial gardens. Visitors explore daylily collections with 140+ varieties and a cold frame nursery for plant purchases. The garden maze and pond-side paths offer educational opportunities about pollinator-friendly landscaping. Guided tours explain our horticultural practices and seasonal blooms like the June daylily festival.
Corporate Events
Our pavilion and barn spaces accommodate corporate retreats, team-building activities, and business meetings. The venue offers rustic-chic ambiance with modern amenities like high-speed internet and audio-visual equipment. Catering services support conferences and networking events with customizable meal options. Outdoor spaces facilitate team activities while the natural setting promotes creative collaboration away from urban distractions.
Questions
What wedding services do you offer?
We provide venue rental, catering, photography coordination, floral arrangements, and event planning for weddings up to 150 guests.
Do you allow outside vendors?
Catering must be provided by Miss Lily's Cafe, but we welcome outside vendors for photography, music, and other services.
What accommodations are available?
We offer multiple cabin rentals sleeping 4-15 guests, including honeymoon suites and pet-friendly options near Townsend.
Can events be held year-round?
Yes, our outdoor pavilion and gazebo accommodate events year-round with climate-controlled spaces available in our historic barn.
What catering options exist?
Miss Lily's Cafe offers Southern comfort food, smoked meats, and gourmet options with customizable menus for weddings and events.
