Swann Stables Weddings & Events

Swann Stables Weddings & Events is a dream wedding venue for many reasons. For one, the setting is suitable for elegant or rustic weddings. Secondly, there are 10 event spaces throughout the property. If you’re searching for a wedding venue with a backdrop that captures the best of Eastern Tennessee, then Swann Stables is for you. As a Knoxville Wedding Photographer, I delight in the natural beauty this venue provides for capturing a couple’s special day.

A Historic Wedding Venue in Sevierville

Swann Stables is located in Sevierville, Tennessee, just 30 miles from Knoxville. This estate includes a two-story mansion that sits along a hilltop overlooking the Little Pigeon River. With more than 50 acres, Swann Stables is steeped in history, from the buildings to the 100-year-old oak trees. Dating to 1860, this historic site can accommodate weddings of up to 500 guests. It is also a popular choice for small weddings.

The spacious lawn in the large Arena is a great option for outdoor ceremonies. Smaller, more intimate weddings often take place in the nearby cottage house. Other buildings and features of the estate include:

• A milk parlor
• A dairy barn
• A large horse barn
• A smokehouse
• A large deck with outdoor lighting, perfect for dancing
• Fire pits
• Walking trails

With only one event scheduled at a time, couples have full access to the entire site to decorate and prepare for their ceremony and celebration. Whether you decorate for an elegant theme or one more rustic in nature, the site itself radiates an ambiance of romance through its historic grounds and buildings. You can’t help but think of others who started their own marriage journey at the very same site, more than 100 years ago.

complementsSwann Stables is a wedding photographer’s dream due to it’s very setting. It is an especially beautiful venue that creates a natural backdrop that compliments any style of wedding—elegant or rustic. If an Eastern Tennessee wedding is among your plans, then plan a visit to Swann Stables today.

Wedding Experiences at Swann Stables

Swann Stables goes above and beyond in offering services to make your day extra special. Two special features of this venue are the horse-drawn carriage and the white dove release—talk about romance! A horse-drawn carriage ride and the release of white doves result in special moments that make your day especially memorable.

I love photographing couples as they enjoy the horse-drawn carriage ride. For me, it’s more about the horse or the carriage than the experience. Same with the dove release; the expressions and the symbolism are the focus more so than the doves themselves.

Your wedding day is your one special moment in time. Swann Stables has everything you need to make it incredibly memorable, and I provide the photography skills required to capture those moments forever.

Wedding Amenities and Venue Services

The site is so versatile that you can have everything from your engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding, and reception there, making each event unique. The possibilities are, in fact, almost endless. In addition to the 10 locations, Swann Stables offers the following services:

• An in-house bar
• Bridal suite
• Outside vendors
• Plenty of parking
• Wheelchair accessibility

This East Tennessee wedding venue is pet-friendly, allowing you to include your four-legged family members in your special day. Pets make for interesting—and fun—wedding photography. Unpredictable pets contribute to the spontaneous yet real photography that is the focus and style of my photography. I aim to remain low-key, so you forget I’m even there! You are more relaxed and real when focusing not on the lens but on one another.

A Sevierville Wedding Near the Smoky Mountains

Whether you live in Eastern Tennessee or in some other state, Swann Stables is a dream destination wedding venue. It is conveniently located next to the Sevierville Golf Course, something sure to attract your guests. Encourage out-of-town guests to plan extra days to explore the many attractions in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Check with area hotels and other large lodging facilities about group rates for your wedding. Many hotels will offer a block of rooms at a group rate, making it easier for friends and family to save money and make plans.

For additional information about what to see and do in the area, visit the Sevierville, Tennessee tourism website. There’s great information about dining, shopping, and much, much more. Invite your guests to come for the love and stay for the beauty that is Eastern Tennessee.

Wedding Venues in Sevierville and East Tennessee

If you’re considering Swann Stables, there are several other East Tennessee wedding venues worth exploring. 4 Points Farm and The Carriage House are both in the Sevierville area, making them useful comparisons for couples who want to stay close to the Smoky Mountains.

Trailhead Venues in Cosby offers mountain views, indoor and outdoor event spaces, and on-site accommodations. It can be a good option for couples who want to keep more of their wedding weekend in one location.

Farther into East Tennessee, The Millstone in Limestone offers a historic property with indoor and outdoor wedding spaces. Like Swann Stables, the existing buildings and history are an important part of the venue and give couples several different settings to use throughout the wedding day.

Swann Stables Wedding Photographer

I am a Knoxville wedding photographer with years of experience photographing weddings throughout East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains. I have photographed hundreds of weddings, which means I know how to work with changing light, shifting timelines, and all the things that happen during an actual wedding day.

Swann Stables gives me plenty of variety without requiring us to leave the property. The historic buildings, mature trees, open spaces, and Little Pigeon River provide different backgrounds throughout the day. I pay attention to the light and use the areas that make the most sense for your timeline rather than trying to fit every wedding into the same set of photographs.

My approach is documentary-focused. I want you to enjoy your wedding without constantly thinking about the camera. I provide direction when needed, especially for portraits and family photographs. Otherwise, I focus on the people, interactions, and moments happening naturally around you.

If you’re planning a wedding at Swann Stables, contact me to check availability for your date.