The Space
The Catlett Farm on the Cape Fear is a charming, affordable farm wedding venue in Fayetteville, North Carolina, set along the scenic Cape Fear River. This family-run venue pairs a comfortable indoor event space with peaceful riverside grounds, giving couples a warm, welcoming country backdrop without a big-city price tag. With tables and white cushioned chairs already set up inside and both indoor and outdoor options, The Catlett Farm gives couples a relaxed, all-in-one celebration. That combination of a riverside setting, an easy indoor space, and genuine affordability makes The Catlett Farm a distinctive Fayetteville choice. For couples who want a charming, budget-friendly farm wedding with a riverside setting and easy indoor and outdoor options in Fayetteville, The Catlett Farm is a memorable and welcoming choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Catlett Farm comfortably seats up to 150 guests in its indoor event space, which comes set up with tables and white cushioned chairs, making it one of the more turnkey farm venues in the Fayetteville area. Couples can exchange vows outdoors on the scenic grounds along the Cape Fear River, then move inside for a comfortable, weather-protected reception, or use the outdoor space for a cocktail hour and photos. That indoor-outdoor layout gives the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan, letting couples enjoy the riverside setting while keeping the celebration comfortable. The relaxed, country character gives every part of the day a warm, welcoming atmosphere. That combination of a 150-guest indoor space, riverside outdoor grounds, and turnkey tables and chairs suits intimate and mid-size weddings, keeping the celebration warm and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Fayetteville.
Amenities
The Catlett Farm pairs its riverside setting with genuinely practical, welcoming amenities. The venue includes tables and white cushioned chairs set up inside for up to 150 guests, offers both indoor and outdoor event options, and is known for being easy on the budget, so couples get a comfortable, turnkey space without added rental stress. The Cape Fear River backdrop, the peaceful farm grounds, and the comfortable indoor space give photographers a charming, natural range of country backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed indoor event space gives a wedding DJ a defined, controllable room to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at a charming riverside farm in Fayetteville.
Location & Getting There
The Catlett Farm sits along the Cape Fear River in Fayetteville, North Carolina. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from Fayetteville and the surrounding area have a short drive, and Fayetteville Regional Airport is convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Fayetteville offers hotels, restaurants, and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the venue’s riverside grounds and comfortable indoor space give the celebration a charming, country feel once you arrive. That combination of a charming, affordable riverside farm with a convenient Fayetteville location is a big part of what draws couples to The Catlett Farm.
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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