The Space
Wrightsville Manor & Gardens is one of Wilmington, North Carolina’s most enchanting indoor and outdoor wedding venues, located near the gateway to Wrightsville Beach in one of the city’s most charming, historic areas. Set on a beautiful 12.5-acre property between Lumina Station and the little historic St. Matthews brick church, the manor pairs a characterful exposed-brick building with a lush garden lawn and fountain. With 18-foot ceilings, a massive brick fireplace, and a garden veranda, Wrightsville Manor gives couples a genuinely scenic, all-in-one celebration. That combination of a historic exposed-brick building, a 7,000-square-foot garden lawn, and a coastal-Wilmington setting makes Wrightsville Manor a distinctive choice. For couples who want an enchanting, indoor-outdoor wedding with exposed brick, a garden lawn, and a fountain near Wrightsville Beach, Wrightsville Manor & Gardens is a memorable and scenic choice.
Capacity & Layout
Wrightsville Manor & Gardens can accommodate up to 265 guests across its indoor and outdoor event spaces on the 12.5-acre property. The 5,000-square-foot, historic-style exposed-brick building features 18-foot ceilings, a massive brick fireplace, and exposed brick walls, anchoring the reception, while the outdoor Patio Veranda, with three sets of French doors and 15-foot-high windows, opens onto the 7,000-square-foot main garden lawn with its large central garden fountain. That layout lets couples exchange vows on the garden lawn by the fountain, then celebrate in the exposed-brick building or flow out onto the veranda, giving the day a natural indoor-outdoor flow with a genuine weather plan. The historic building and lush garden give every part of the celebration a scenic character. That combination of a 5,000-square-foot brick building, a garden veranda, a 7,000-square-foot fountain lawn, and a 265-guest capacity suits weddings from intimate to larger, keeping the celebration scenic and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Wilmington.
Amenities
Wrightsville Manor & Gardens pairs its scenic setting with genuinely welcoming, flexible amenities. The venue hosts wedding ceremonies, receptions, elopements, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners across its indoor and outdoor spaces, giving couples flexibility for the whole wedding weekend, and its responsive staff coordinators earn couples’ consistent praise, along with helpful vendor recommendations for out-of-town guests. The historic exposed-brick building, the massive brick fireplace, the French-door veranda, and the 7,000-square-foot garden lawn with its central fountain give photographers a scenic, characterful range of backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed 18-foot-ceilinged brick building gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and characterful acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at an enchanting Wilmington venue near Wrightsville Beach.
Location & Getting There
Wrightsville Manor & Gardens sits on Wrightsville Avenue in Wilmington, North Carolina, near the gateway to Wrightsville Beach. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach have a short drive, and Wilmington International Airport is convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach offer abundant hotels, restaurants, and coastal attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the manor’s 12.5-acre property, exposed-brick building, and garden lawn give the celebration a scenic, enchanting feel once you arrive. That combination of an enchanting indoor-outdoor venue with a convenient Wilmington location near Wrightsville Beach is a big part of what draws couples to Wrightsville Manor & Gardens.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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