The Space
The 1812 Hitching Post is a charming, historic estate wedding venue in Statesville, North Carolina, centered on a 220-year-old private estate with romantic gardens, timeless architecture, and a peaceful Southern setting. Known for all-inclusive outdoor weddings and intimate micro-weddings, the venue gives couples exclusive use of the entire property, pairing a gracious historic home with 26 acres of gardens and trees. With a historic home, covered spaces, and expansive garden grounds, the Hitching Post gives couples a warm, all-in-one celebration. That combination of a 220-year-old estate, exclusive private use, and 26 acres of gardens makes the 1812 Hitching Post a distinctive Statesville choice. For couples who want a charming, historic estate wedding with romantic gardens, timeless architecture, and a peaceful Southern setting near Statesville, the 1812 Hitching Post is a memorable and welcoming choice.
Capacity & Layout
The 1812 Hitching Post accommodates weddings from 2 to 150 guests, welcoming everything from intimate elopements to full-size classic weddings. When you book, the entire venue is yours, featuring 8,000 square feet of interior and covered spaces plus 26 acres of garden settings for the ceremony, reception, and photography. The first floor is where history, hospitality, and the rhythm of a wedding day come together, with each space flowing naturally into the next, so the ceremony, dinner, and dancing move seamlessly. That layout lets couples exchange vows in the gardens, then celebrate in the historic home and covered spaces, giving the day a natural indoor-outdoor flow with a genuine weather plan. The 220-year-old architecture and romantic gardens give every part of the day a historic, Southern character. That combination of 8,000 square feet of interior and covered space, 26 acres of gardens, exclusive private use, and a capacity up to 150 suits intimate and mid-size weddings, keeping the celebration warm and connected from the ceremony through the last dance near Statesville.
Amenities
The 1812 Hitching Post pairs its historic setting with genuinely welcoming, all-inclusive amenities. The venue offers exclusive use of the entire private estate, all-inclusive Elopement, Intimate, and Classic wedding packages, a gracious historic home, covered event spaces, and 26 acres of gardens and trees, so couples get a comprehensive, low-stress celebration with the whole property to themselves. The 220-year-old estate, the romantic gardens, the timeless architecture, and the mature trees give photographers a charming, historic range of backdrops that need little added decor. For the entertainment, the enclosed and covered interior spaces give a wedding DJ a defined, weather-protected setting with good structure and acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at a historic Statesville estate.
Location & Getting There
The 1812 Hitching Post sits on a historic 26-acre estate in the Statesville area of Iredell County, North Carolina, an easy drive from Charlotte. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from Statesville, the Lake Norman area, and Charlotte have a short drive, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport is within reach for anyone flying in, while nearby Statesville and Lake Norman offer hotels, restaurants, and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the estate’s 220-year-old home, romantic gardens, and peaceful Southern setting give the celebration a charming, historic feel once you arrive. That combination of a historic private estate with a convenient Statesville location is a big part of what draws couples to the 1812 Hitching Post.
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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