Business Details
Your Dream Wedding Venue in Historic Norcross, GA
173 Carlyle House is a family-owned wedding venue located in Historic Downtown Norcross, GA. Established to provide couples with a stress-free and unforgettable experience, we specialize in both indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. Our venue features a historic house, grand ballroom, and an outdoor terrace with three distinct ceremony locations, including a picturesque arbor and historic front porch. With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, our team ensures seamless event coordination through personalized planning services and partnerships with preferred vendors.Our award-winning chef, William Janousek, delivers exceptional culinary experiences with customized menus, gourmet catering, and handcrafted wedding cakes. We pride ourselves on creating elegant, memorable events that reflect each couple's unique vision while maintaining affordability. Our facility accommodates up to 300 guests and includes full handicap access, ample parking, and comprehensive event support from planning to execution. Customer testimonials on The Knot and Wedding Wire consistently highlight our exceptional service, stunning venues, and outstanding food quality.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Receptions
Catering Services
Event Planning
Wedding Cakes
Highlights and features
- Family-owned venue with personalized wedding planning services
- Award-winning chef providing customized gourmet catering menus
- Historic venue with multiple ceremony and reception spaces
- Comprehensive event coordination from planning to execution
- Consistently praised for exceptional service and food quality
What people say
Beautiful venue
Excellent service
Delicious food
Stress-free experience
Unforgettable weddings
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Our venue offers three distinct ceremony locations including an outdoor terrace with arbor, historic front porch, and grand ballroom. Each space accommodates different seasonal preferences and group sizes while maintaining our signature elegance. Our special events planner coordinates all ceremony details including vendor recommendations and timeline management.
Reception Services
Host receptions for up to 300 guests with flexible space options including historic house areas, ballroom with dance floor, and outdoor terrace. Our staff manages guest flow, provides premium service, and ensures seamless transitions between event segments while maintaining the venue's aesthetic appeal.
Catering Services
Award-winning chef William Janousek creates customized menus featuring Southern cuisine, continental dishes, and specialty cocktails. Services include seated dinners, food stations, and hors d'oeuvres with options for dietary restrictions. All food is prepared fresh on-site using premium ingredients.
Event Planning
Our Perfect Wedding Planner assists with every detail from initial planning to day-of execution. Services include vendor coordination, timeline creation, budget management, and personalized recommendations. We accommodate cultural traditions and special requests while ensuring smooth event flow.
Wedding Cakes
Custom-designed wedding cakes created on-site by our pastry chef feature multiple flavor options and decorative styles. We offer traditional tiered cakes, modern designs, and alternative dessert options including grooms cakes. All desserts combine visual artistry with exceptional taste.
People
William Janousek
Award-Winning Chef
Executive chef with extensive culinary experience specializing in Southern cuisine and gourmet event catering. Recognized for creating customized menus that exceed client expectations while maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation standards.
Questions
What types of events can Carlyle House host?
We specialize in weddings but also host receptions, showers, corporate events, and special celebrations with customized menus and venue arrangements.
What is the maximum guest capacity?
Our grand ballroom accommodates 300 guests buffet-style or 200 for sit-down dinners, with additional space on our terrace for 250 guests.
Do you provide event planning assistance?
Yes, our Perfect Wedding Planner coordinates all details from initial planning through execution, including vendor recommendations and timeline management.
Is outside catering allowed?
All food must be prepared by our award-winning chef William Janousek to ensure consistent quality and service standards.
What parking options exist?
We offer 100+ paved parking spaces with overflow options across the street and full handicap accessibility.
Can we customize our menu?
Yes, our chef creates personalized menus with multiple course options, dietary accommodations, and tasting opportunities before your event.
