The Meadows at Firefly Farm
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About This Vendor
The Meadows at Firefly Farm & Preserve Event Venue
The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve is a 150 acre wedding, elopement, and event venue in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. Blending southern elegance, rolling meadows, and mature forests, the space is suited for couples telling their adventurous, timeless, and free-spirited love stories! Nestled in dense pines, Heron Hall is a seamless experience of indoor and alfresco spaces for grand affairs or intimate celebrations; the venue offers quietude and retreat for gatherings of every size! We are proud to share our preserve with all couples. Connect with us today to book your appointment and request more venue information! Facilities And Capacity The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve can accommodate a maximum capacity of 300 guests. Heron Hall is a seamless combination of both indoors and outdoors, perfect for a wedding reception. The venue has preserved the property’s history, and restored Heron Hall from the farm’s original warehouse and grain silo. The amazing oversize glass roll-up doors are ideal for gazing out over the 115 acre prairie preserve. Take pictures under the green roof trellis or on the inner courtyard. Guests will enjoy the evening under lofted ceilings or a covered arbor. Heron Hall can seat 250 guest inside or up to 300 when including the 4 seasons covered patio which comes equipped with electric heaters and fans. The Aerie House is where the bride and the bridal party will prepare before you say “I do.” The Aerie House holds an open hearth, Venetian style glass chandeliers, kitchen, living-dining rooms, and a bridal suite fit for a queen. The Roost is where the groom will get ready. It’s a ranch style retreat with two bedrooms, guest room, dressing room, kitchen, fireplace, flat screens, bar, poker, ping pong, and a dedicated beer fridge. Services Offered The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve is happy to host bridal showers, engagement parties, elopements, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Wedding packages include a venue representative, reclaimed furniture, tables, and chairs. This venue requires pre-approval of vendors. Weekend weddings include rehearsal dinner space, early arrival, late checkout, lodging for 18+, lodging for traveling family, picnics and brunches, and additional time for deliveries and photography sessions.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 300
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Planning, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment
SettingsBarn, Farm & Ranch, Brewery & Distillery, Estate, Garden, Industrial & Warehouse, Park, Trees, Vineyard & Winery
Business AttributesAsian-owned Business, Woman-owned Business
Pricing for The Meadows at Firefly Farm
| Option | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting Cost | Moderate |
| Cost Starting | |
| Price Range | $7,100 - $10,200+ |
| Couples Usually Spend | $8,650 |
| Peak Season Months | April-June, September-November |
| Peak Season Cost | $7,100 - $10,200+ |
| Peak Season Reception Cost | $5,800 |
| Peak Season Ceremony Cost | $750 |
| Peak Season Bar Service Cost | $8 |
| OffSeason Months | January-March, July-August, December |
| OffSeason Cost | $7,100 - $10,200+ |
| OffSeason Reception Cost | $5,800 |
| OffSeason Ceremony Cost | $750 |
| OffSeason BarService Cost | $8 |
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View PricesThe Meadows at Firefly Farm Reviews
Samantha Rosenfield (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I recently was a bridesmaid in my cousins wedding at The Meadows and it was incredible!! There were huge, open fields and a gorgeous bridal house complete with outdoor bathtubs :) The suite looked over the field and it was the absolute perfect place to get ready. It was out of a fairytale. The venue was breathtaking...especially at sunset.
Reviewed on 31-12-2023
I recently was a bridesmaid in my cousins wedding at The Meadows and it was incredible!! There were huge, open fields and a gorgeous bridal house complete with outdoor bathtubs :) The suite looked over the field and it was the absolute perfect place to get ready. It was out of a fairytale. The venue was breathtaking...especially at sunset.
Reviewed on 31-12-2023
Taja Mahaffey (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
The Meadows was the venue for the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation Tour de Triangle cycling event I can’t say enough about how awesome it was! It was the perfect location for the start, finish and after-party. Anna and team went above and beyond to make the day perfect for all involved.
Reviewed on 31-12-2023
The Meadows was the venue for the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation Tour de Triangle cycling event I can’t say enough about how awesome it was! It was the perfect location for the start, finish and after-party. Anna and team went above and beyond to make the day perfect for all involved.
Reviewed on 31-12-2023
Emily Ray (other) 3 out of 5 Rating
The venue space is amazing but my overall review is impacted by a few things: When we toured, we were told that our date would be reserved for a few days for us to make a decision. We eventually decided to move forward and were sent a contract. By the time we were ready to sign (later that day) we were told that our date was no longer available and another couple had signed their contract already. This is obviously extremely bizarre; after some push back (this was THE only date that would work for us) the other couple was able to change their date (according to my conversations with Nicole) but neither couple should have been in that situation in the first place. On the day of our wedding, we had the rehearsal in the morning due to thurs/fri events at the venue. There was a decent amount of confusion because the chairs from the previous day’s ceremony were not picked up or moved until ~12:45PM. This greatly impacted the getting ready photos we had envisioned since the chairs were left in front of the aerie house (with our ceremony being out in the field) and it also was just stressful for me as I looked out and was worried they weren’t going to get picked up at all and cause further confusion as the guests were arriving. Lastly, there was perhaps more commotion at the venue on the wedding day as folks from the previous night’s wedding were coming onto the property as we were getting ready and set up to pick up their cars (one of which was left in the aerie house driveway). This confusion is overall not a big deal, but it made it extremely difficult to ascertain which vendors were there (i.e. hair and makeup) which led to us getting started late which is just another source of stress (albeit small) that shouldn’t be thereOverall, I feel super fortunate for the venue space itself, but wish the communication and expectations were presented more clearly up front.
Reviewed on 18-12-2023
The venue space is amazing but my overall review is impacted by a few things: When we toured, we were told that our date would be reserved for a few days for us to make a decision. We eventually decided to move forward and were sent a contract. By the time we were ready to sign (later that day) we were told that our date was no longer available and another couple had signed their contract already. This is obviously extremely bizarre; after some push back (this was THE only date that would work for us) the other couple was able to change their date (according to my conversations with Nicole) but neither couple should have been in that situation in the first place. On the day of our wedding, we had the rehearsal in the morning due to thurs/fri events at the venue. There was a decent amount of confusion because the chairs from the previous day’s ceremony were not picked up or moved until ~12:45PM. This greatly impacted the getting ready photos we had envisioned since the chairs were left in front of the aerie house (with our ceremony being out in the field) and it also was just stressful for me as I looked out and was worried they weren’t going to get picked up at all and cause further confusion as the guests were arriving. Lastly, there was perhaps more commotion at the venue on the wedding day as folks from the previous night’s wedding were coming onto the property as we were getting ready and set up to pick up their cars (one of which was left in the aerie house driveway). This confusion is overall not a big deal, but it made it extremely difficult to ascertain which vendors were there (i.e. hair and makeup) which led to us getting started late which is just another source of stress (albeit small) that shouldn’t be thereOverall, I feel super fortunate for the venue space itself, but wish the communication and expectations were presented more clearly up front.
Reviewed on 18-12-2023
Rebecca Purvis (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
The Meadows and their team were amazing! We loved that the venue has so many options for ceremony spaces, two full houses for getting ready, and lots of indoor and outdoor room for the reception. It gave each part of the wedding it's own space and moment, but still felt intimate. The team worked so hard to pull our vision together and will go above and beyond to help however they can. Our day was perfect and that's all due to The Meadows, their planning team, and their coordination with vendors!
Reviewed on 30-11-2023
The Meadows and their team were amazing! We loved that the venue has so many options for ceremony spaces, two full houses for getting ready, and lots of indoor and outdoor room for the reception. It gave each part of the wedding it's own space and moment, but still felt intimate. The team worked so hard to pull our vision together and will go above and beyond to help however they can. Our day was perfect and that's all due to The Meadows, their planning team, and their coordination with vendors!
Reviewed on 30-11-2023
McKenzie Homer (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Lindsay & the team at Firefly Farms made our dream wedding more than we could've ever imagined. They even helped us bring our cars to the venue and helped integrate them as an art piece in our reception. Everything on our wedding day was absolutely perfect from the harpist to the florals. A huge thank you to the team at The Meadows for making our day more than we could've ever imagined.
Reviewed on 01-11-2023
Lindsay & the team at Firefly Farms made our dream wedding more than we could've ever imagined. They even helped us bring our cars to the venue and helped integrate them as an art piece in our reception. Everything on our wedding day was absolutely perfect from the harpist to the florals. A huge thank you to the team at The Meadows for making our day more than we could've ever imagined.
Reviewed on 01-11-2023
Jon Boylan (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Stunningly beautiful space that Ana and her husband and son have done a wonderful thing with. They are all super helpful and accommodating and welcoming - our wedding day could not have been more perfect and a large part of that is owed to this venue and it’s owners/staff!They went so far as to MAKE a grate for us for s’mores when we couldn’t find something that fit!Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 30-10-2023
Stunningly beautiful space that Ana and her husband and son have done a wonderful thing with. They are all super helpful and accommodating and welcoming - our wedding day could not have been more perfect and a large part of that is owed to this venue and it’s owners/staff!They went so far as to MAKE a grate for us for s’mores when we couldn’t find something that fit!Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 30-10-2023
David Chancellor (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
A fantastic venue. Anna and the entire staff did a wonderful job from start to finish hosting our engagement party. We enjoyed their endless flexibility and support in customizing Heron Hall for our party, as well as working with our vendors. Staying overnight was such a pleasure too, the house we rented was very comfortable. The huge firepit, game room, and beautiful grounds were highlights. So thankful for a great event!
Reviewed on 27-10-2023
A fantastic venue. Anna and the entire staff did a wonderful job from start to finish hosting our engagement party. We enjoyed their endless flexibility and support in customizing Heron Hall for our party, as well as working with our vendors. Staying overnight was such a pleasure too, the house we rented was very comfortable. The huge firepit, game room, and beautiful grounds were highlights. So thankful for a great event!
Reviewed on 27-10-2023
Marco Longo (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Our daughter had a rehearsal dinner, overnight, and a 215 guest reception which was perfect from start to finish, thanks to the staff and the extremely well-developed spaces. The fact that we could rent the two houses in which the wedding parties spent the night was the best - it gave them a place to chill and have fun, but prevented them from having to drive around town late a night. Gem of a spot - close to downtown, but feels like you are miles in the country.
Reviewed on 30-09-2023
Our daughter had a rehearsal dinner, overnight, and a 215 guest reception which was perfect from start to finish, thanks to the staff and the extremely well-developed spaces. The fact that we could rent the two houses in which the wedding parties spent the night was the best - it gave them a place to chill and have fun, but prevented them from having to drive around town late a night. Gem of a spot - close to downtown, but feels like you are miles in the country.
Reviewed on 30-09-2023
Catilyn Mitchell (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wonderful venue! Great staff! Definitely a dream venue!
Reviewed on 26-09-2023
Wonderful venue! Great staff! Definitely a dream venue!
Reviewed on 26-09-2023
Jessi Gray (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I'm still dreaming about our wedding at The Meadows on 12/2/17. We were the first wedding there and, even though they were still under construction, they went above and beyond to get the venue ready in time for us. Anna, Kurt & Kelley are honest, hardworking and wonderful people and we could have not asked for a more positive experience planning our wedding with them....and if you haven't been to see the preserve, I recommend scheduling a visit - it's simply breathtaking!
Reviewed on 29-08-2023
I'm still dreaming about our wedding at The Meadows on 12/2/17. We were the first wedding there and, even though they were still under construction, they went above and beyond to get the venue ready in time for us. Anna, Kurt & Kelley are honest, hardworking and wonderful people and we could have not asked for a more positive experience planning our wedding with them....and if you haven't been to see the preserve, I recommend scheduling a visit - it's simply breathtaking!
Reviewed on 29-08-2023
Erin Lunsford Norton (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
This venue is AMAZING. We booked our wedding here right before COVID hit, but even so it was the perfect location to make us feel safe. The getting-ready areas for the bridesmaids and groomsmen were so lovely and spacious, and there were so many gorgeous locations to choose from for the ceremony (we went with the lawn under the oak trees). The reception space is great because it can be molded into the exact look you're going for, and for us it made us feel extra safe to have all those garage doors open. The Meadows staff were incredibly responsive and helpful especially during the pandemic, and were easy to work with and very accommodating when we decided to postpone. So many of our guests remarked on this amazing space and how it really made the day special. It was the perfect spot for our perfect day!
Reviewed on 27-08-2023
This venue is AMAZING. We booked our wedding here right before COVID hit, but even so it was the perfect location to make us feel safe. The getting-ready areas for the bridesmaids and groomsmen were so lovely and spacious, and there were so many gorgeous locations to choose from for the ceremony (we went with the lawn under the oak trees). The reception space is great because it can be molded into the exact look you're going for, and for us it made us feel extra safe to have all those garage doors open. The Meadows staff were incredibly responsive and helpful especially during the pandemic, and were easy to work with and very accommodating when we decided to postpone. So many of our guests remarked on this amazing space and how it really made the day special. It was the perfect spot for our perfect day!
Reviewed on 27-08-2023
Ering Lunsford (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
This venue is AMAZING. We booked our wedding here right before COVID hit, but even so it was the perfect location to make us feel safe. The getting-ready areas for the bridesmaids and groomsmen were so lovely and spacious, and there were so many gorgeous locations to choose from for the ceremony (we went with the lawn under the oak trees). The reception space is great because it can be molded into the exact look you're going for, and for us it made us feel extra safe to have all those garage doors open. The Meadows staff were incredibly responsive and helpful especially during the pandemic, and were easy to work with and very accommodating when we decided to postpone. So many of our guests remarked on this amazing space and how it really made the day special. It was the perfect spot for our perfect day!
Reviewed on 20-07-2023
This venue is AMAZING. We booked our wedding here right before COVID hit, but even so it was the perfect location to make us feel safe. The getting-ready areas for the bridesmaids and groomsmen were so lovely and spacious, and there were so many gorgeous locations to choose from for the ceremony (we went with the lawn under the oak trees). The reception space is great because it can be molded into the exact look you're going for, and for us it made us feel extra safe to have all those garage doors open. The Meadows staff were incredibly responsive and helpful especially during the pandemic, and were easy to work with and very accommodating when we decided to postpone. So many of our guests remarked on this amazing space and how it really made the day special. It was the perfect spot for our perfect day!
Reviewed on 20-07-2023
Taylor Jones (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
The Meadows was absolutely perfect for our elopement! Nicole and her staff were so wonderful to work with and so accommodating. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20-07-2023
The Meadows was absolutely perfect for our elopement! Nicole and her staff were so wonderful to work with and so accommodating. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20-07-2023
Julia Maron (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
The Meadows is a hidden gem amongst the Triangle area! The location is sprawling and natural, just what we were looking for, with a vast variety of ceremony spots to choose from. Our bridal party loved staying the night before in the 2 houses on the property and significantly reduced the stress of wedding morning! Our guests couldn't stop complimenting the venue, most of whom had no idea it was there, having lived in the area. The staff were so kind and always had smiles. A huge plus is the numerous shooting locations for photos! Seriously consider The Meadows!
Reviewed on 03-07-2023
The Meadows is a hidden gem amongst the Triangle area! The location is sprawling and natural, just what we were looking for, with a vast variety of ceremony spots to choose from. Our bridal party loved staying the night before in the 2 houses on the property and significantly reduced the stress of wedding morning! Our guests couldn't stop complimenting the venue, most of whom had no idea it was there, having lived in the area. The staff were so kind and always had smiles. A huge plus is the numerous shooting locations for photos! Seriously consider The Meadows!
Reviewed on 03-07-2023
Cassie Proper (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Having our wedding at The Meadows was an easy choice for us. We loved the versatility of the indoor and outdoor options and the fact that it’s a perfect mix of beautiful on its own, yet simple enough for any décor to look amazing. Every time we went back between when we booked the venue and our wedding day, something was upgraded, and each renovation was better than the last. Being able to spend the full day hanging out and getting ready with our wedding parties at the venue was another feature that sold the venue to us. Thank you!
Reviewed on 30-06-2023
Having our wedding at The Meadows was an easy choice for us. We loved the versatility of the indoor and outdoor options and the fact that it’s a perfect mix of beautiful on its own, yet simple enough for any décor to look amazing. Every time we went back between when we booked the venue and our wedding day, something was upgraded, and each renovation was better than the last. Being able to spend the full day hanging out and getting ready with our wedding parties at the venue was another feature that sold the venue to us. Thank you!
Reviewed on 30-06-2023
Austin Merritt (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2023
Best venue in Raleigh!! Such a gorgeous area with an awesome reception building. The grounds looked amazing and really enjoyed having both houses on site. Great time!
Reviewed on 24-05-2023
Wedding Date 20-05-2023
Best venue in Raleigh!! Such a gorgeous area with an awesome reception building. The grounds looked amazing and really enjoyed having both houses on site. Great time!
Reviewed on 24-05-2023
Lindsay Clark (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-04-2023
We knew before going to see The Meadows that this was our dream venue. We were blown away by the different outdoor venue spaces and the indoor/outdoor reception space. This was one of the very few (maybe the only) wedding venue that we visited that had equal-quality spaces for both the bride/bridesmaids and groom/groomsmen to get ready. It was one of the most beautiful spaces and once we saw it we truly couldn't see ourselves getting married anywhere else.The only negative we found was that things we assumed would be included in the cost were an additional charge. (a few examples - Chairs for outdoor spaces, event insurance, plates/cutlery)
Reviewed on 28-04-2023
Wedding Date 07-04-2023
We knew before going to see The Meadows that this was our dream venue. We were blown away by the different outdoor venue spaces and the indoor/outdoor reception space. This was one of the very few (maybe the only) wedding venue that we visited that had equal-quality spaces for both the bride/bridesmaids and groom/groomsmen to get ready. It was one of the most beautiful spaces and once we saw it we truly couldn't see ourselves getting married anywhere else.The only negative we found was that things we assumed would be included in the cost were an additional charge. (a few examples - Chairs for outdoor spaces, event insurance, plates/cutlery)
Reviewed on 28-04-2023
Jordan Johnson (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-04-2023
Every nook and cranny of this venue is dreamy from the art installations to the stained glass window hallways. The natural beauty surrounding the property was our favorite part especially when the fog came rolling over the hills in the evening during our dinner speeches. Breathtaking!
Reviewed on 25-04-2023
Wedding Date 14-04-2023
Every nook and cranny of this venue is dreamy from the art installations to the stained glass window hallways. The natural beauty surrounding the property was our favorite part especially when the fog came rolling over the hills in the evening during our dinner speeches. Breathtaking!
Reviewed on 25-04-2023
Ally Harman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-03-2023
We absolutely loved getting married at The Meadows. The staff were so kind, supportive, and helpful from the very beginning of the wedding planning process all the way through till the end of the reception. The Meadows offers a variety of ceremony site options on their property and we even changed our location several times throughout the planning process. They were accommodating every time and made our wedding dreams come true!! Everyone was so friendly and it truly was the perfect day!
Reviewed on 28-03-2023
Wedding Date 18-03-2023
We absolutely loved getting married at The Meadows. The staff were so kind, supportive, and helpful from the very beginning of the wedding planning process all the way through till the end of the reception. The Meadows offers a variety of ceremony site options on their property and we even changed our location several times throughout the planning process. They were accommodating every time and made our wedding dreams come true!! Everyone was so friendly and it truly was the perfect day!
Reviewed on 28-03-2023
Cara Harman (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-03-2023
The Meadows at Firefly Farm is a beautiful venue! It was perfect for my daughter & her fiance's wedding. It has everything you need and everything you didn't think about! There are many ceremony locations to choose from if you are planning a wedding. Indoors or out, the venue just makes you feel happy! It is spacious and well-kept, and maintains the standards of preservation on the property. The two separate houses for the bride and groom, and their bridal party, are full of thoughtful details and comfortable, relaxing touches. Please take a look at this venue and consider all the possibilities. Additionally, they are a dream to work with and have great relationships with excellent, dependable vendors.
Reviewed on 27-03-2023
Wedding Date 18-03-2023
The Meadows at Firefly Farm is a beautiful venue! It was perfect for my daughter & her fiance's wedding. It has everything you need and everything you didn't think about! There are many ceremony locations to choose from if you are planning a wedding. Indoors or out, the venue just makes you feel happy! It is spacious and well-kept, and maintains the standards of preservation on the property. The two separate houses for the bride and groom, and their bridal party, are full of thoughtful details and comfortable, relaxing touches. Please take a look at this venue and consider all the possibilities. Additionally, they are a dream to work with and have great relationships with excellent, dependable vendors.
Reviewed on 27-03-2023
Nicole Marie (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-11-2022
The Meadows is absolutely stunning! Not only does the venue have two houses on site for the bridal party to get ready in but it has 5 different ceremony sites to select from. If you are looking for a wedding space with an urban vibe amongst nature this is your venue! We truly enjoyed ourselves and cannot wait to attend their wine pop up next weekend!
Reviewed on 04-11-2022
Wedding Date 03-11-2022
The Meadows is absolutely stunning! Not only does the venue have two houses on site for the bridal party to get ready in but it has 5 different ceremony sites to select from. If you are looking for a wedding space with an urban vibe amongst nature this is your venue! We truly enjoyed ourselves and cannot wait to attend their wine pop up next weekend!
Reviewed on 04-11-2022
Sophia Fiorentino (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2022
The Meadows has disputed my review so I'll keep it simple - We're astonished at how poorly the management treated us, especially since this is not a cheap venue whatsoever. I will not recommend this venue to anyone
Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Wedding Date 13-10-2022
The Meadows has disputed my review so I'll keep it simple - We're astonished at how poorly the management treated us, especially since this is not a cheap venue whatsoever. I will not recommend this venue to anyone
Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Olivia Lindstrom (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-10-2021
The Meadows was everything I could have asked for in a venue. They have a gorgeous selection of vintage furniture that can be used and beautiful live edge wooden tables. The large outdoor and indoor space was perfect. All the little details of the Meadows from having separate houses for the wedding parties to get ready to the thoughtful private room for the couple to have a few moments alone made the day perfect.
Reviewed on 15-07-2022
Wedding Date 16-10-2021
The Meadows was everything I could have asked for in a venue. They have a gorgeous selection of vintage furniture that can be used and beautiful live edge wooden tables. The large outdoor and indoor space was perfect. All the little details of the Meadows from having separate houses for the wedding parties to get ready to the thoughtful private room for the couple to have a few moments alone made the day perfect.
Reviewed on 15-07-2022
eric Hodgen (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-12-2021
The Meadows is an amazing wedding venue! The folks that work here are so easy to work with and they do such a great job. It is such a unique spot with wide open fields and tons of great photo opportunities. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 02-03-2022
Wedding Date 09-12-2021
The Meadows is an amazing wedding venue! The folks that work here are so easy to work with and they do such a great job. It is such a unique spot with wide open fields and tons of great photo opportunities. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 02-03-2022
Jeff Besselman (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-08-2010
As a trusted partner and vendor at The Meadows, we have thoroughly enjoyed the creative and collaborating process that has been created from the owners to the venue management team. By selecting this venue for your wedding reception or corporate event, you are guaranteed first rate service from the attention to detail, client interaction and topped off above all else by the incredible property. The Meadows is a sprawling venue with rolling hills, a beautiful sunset and multiple locations to host your ceremony / reception / event. Every event Rocky Top Catering has been onsite is one that is greeted with ease, peace, and a welcoming atmosphere. You are guaranteed a certain feel and vibe when selecting this incredible venue.
Reviewed on 28-02-2022
Wedding Date 20-08-2010
As a trusted partner and vendor at The Meadows, we have thoroughly enjoyed the creative and collaborating process that has been created from the owners to the venue management team. By selecting this venue for your wedding reception or corporate event, you are guaranteed first rate service from the attention to detail, client interaction and topped off above all else by the incredible property. The Meadows is a sprawling venue with rolling hills, a beautiful sunset and multiple locations to host your ceremony / reception / event. Every event Rocky Top Catering has been onsite is one that is greeted with ease, peace, and a welcoming atmosphere. You are guaranteed a certain feel and vibe when selecting this incredible venue.
Reviewed on 28-02-2022
Kelly Morrison (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-11-2021
The Meadows is not only a gorgeous wedding venue with so many beautiful ceremony locations, but the staff is incredible to work with! As a florist, it is so helpful to have venue staff that are flexible, knowledgeable and helpful. I have only had wonderful experiences working at The Meadows.
Reviewed on 28-02-2022
Wedding Date 05-11-2021
The Meadows is not only a gorgeous wedding venue with so many beautiful ceremony locations, but the staff is incredible to work with! As a florist, it is so helpful to have venue staff that are flexible, knowledgeable and helpful. I have only had wonderful experiences working at The Meadows.
Reviewed on 28-02-2022
Elis Estrada (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-12-2021
The Meadows was everything we wanted in a wedding venue and more. We fell in love with it at first sight, but had to wait to have our special day because of multiple reschedules due to COVID. Throughout it all, The Meadows was incredibly flexible and tried to make the most of the situation. Our wedding day turned out to be perfect, and we were thrilled with everything the Meadows provided.
Reviewed on 30-01-2022
Wedding Date 04-12-2021
The Meadows was everything we wanted in a wedding venue and more. We fell in love with it at first sight, but had to wait to have our special day because of multiple reschedules due to COVID. Throughout it all, The Meadows was incredibly flexible and tried to make the most of the situation. Our wedding day turned out to be perfect, and we were thrilled with everything the Meadows provided.
Reviewed on 30-01-2022
Tria Metzler (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
If you’re searching for venues, I strongly urge you to not consider the Meadows, so they don’t have the chance to negatively impact your wedding as they did ours. I’ll provide an outline of the specifics below; but the long and short of it is: management there is financially predatory, and we had a genuinely terrible experience that I wouldn’t wish upon another couple. The venue may be lovely, but it’s nowhere near enough to make up for the abysmal experience you risk having with the management team at this business.Cliff’s notes: after significant confusion and goal post moving on their part, the venue management price gouged us an additional $2,000 as a rescheduling fee due to COVID, despite this being in direct contradiction with their own policies from our contract. Cancelation & a refund wasn’t provided as an option. Our only choices were to: move our date to a different season entirely (but without any refund, despite this being a lower cost season); pay the additional funds (originally $4,850, but later \"reduced\" to $2,000 when their new policies changed again); or lose the $10,800 we had already paid in full. Management was unhelpful and uncompromising; the representative constantly referenced the newly instated rescheduling fee was for “paying the staff and bills”.The venue management’s disastrous handling of COVID-related rescheduling was then further amplified by their complete lack of customer service by not allowing us access to the venue for the rehearsal within a reasonable time frame. We were denied any access to the venue for a rehearsal on Thursday or Friday before our Saturday wedding, as it would’ve “impacted events” they had scheduled for those days. The venue rep. suggested we have our rehearsal on Wednesday: three days prior, when none of our out-of-town family or bridal party members had even arrived. To add further insult to injury, the venue then allowed another couple on the property for a photo session while our wedding parties were getting ready. To be clear: this in no way impacted us or was a problem. We were merely yet again disappointed by the venue’s fluctuating and inconsistent policies, in which we always seemed to come up short.To add further insult, we arrived the day of our walkthrough (a few weeks before our event) to find the venue had massive renovations underway. This left me incredibly disappointed, and just downright furious. The verbiage we’d been fed that the newly instated, forced rescheduling fees were being used to pay staff and bills was deceitful, given they were clearly able to afford funding a large expansion/property improvement project mere months later. I cannot urge potential future customers strongly enough to take your business elsewhere. Wedding planning is stressful enough without having to deal with this level of unprofessionalism and financial predation. No one deserves the abysmal experience we had on a day that should be as joyous as your wedding.
Reviewed on 10-12-2021
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
If you’re searching for venues, I strongly urge you to not consider the Meadows, so they don’t have the chance to negatively impact your wedding as they did ours. I’ll provide an outline of the specifics below; but the long and short of it is: management there is financially predatory, and we had a genuinely terrible experience that I wouldn’t wish upon another couple. The venue may be lovely, but it’s nowhere near enough to make up for the abysmal experience you risk having with the management team at this business.Cliff’s notes: after significant confusion and goal post moving on their part, the venue management price gouged us an additional $2,000 as a rescheduling fee due to COVID, despite this being in direct contradiction with their own policies from our contract. Cancelation & a refund wasn’t provided as an option. Our only choices were to: move our date to a different season entirely (but without any refund, despite this being a lower cost season); pay the additional funds (originally $4,850, but later \"reduced\" to $2,000 when their new policies changed again); or lose the $10,800 we had already paid in full. Management was unhelpful and uncompromising; the representative constantly referenced the newly instated rescheduling fee was for “paying the staff and bills”.The venue management’s disastrous handling of COVID-related rescheduling was then further amplified by their complete lack of customer service by not allowing us access to the venue for the rehearsal within a reasonable time frame. We were denied any access to the venue for a rehearsal on Thursday or Friday before our Saturday wedding, as it would’ve “impacted events” they had scheduled for those days. The venue rep. suggested we have our rehearsal on Wednesday: three days prior, when none of our out-of-town family or bridal party members had even arrived. To add further insult to injury, the venue then allowed another couple on the property for a photo session while our wedding parties were getting ready. To be clear: this in no way impacted us or was a problem. We were merely yet again disappointed by the venue’s fluctuating and inconsistent policies, in which we always seemed to come up short.To add further insult, we arrived the day of our walkthrough (a few weeks before our event) to find the venue had massive renovations underway. This left me incredibly disappointed, and just downright furious. The verbiage we’d been fed that the newly instated, forced rescheduling fees were being used to pay staff and bills was deceitful, given they were clearly able to afford funding a large expansion/property improvement project mere months later. I cannot urge potential future customers strongly enough to take your business elsewhere. Wedding planning is stressful enough without having to deal with this level of unprofessionalism and financial predation. No one deserves the abysmal experience we had on a day that should be as joyous as your wedding.
Reviewed on 10-12-2021
Chris Mincey (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-03-2021
We're so happy we chose The Meadows. So much space and character. One visit and you'll fall in love with the possibilities.
Reviewed on 01-04-2021
Wedding Date 13-03-2021
We're so happy we chose The Meadows. So much space and character. One visit and you'll fall in love with the possibilities.
Reviewed on 01-04-2021
Grace G (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-03-2020
I knew from the second I stepped foot at The Meadows, that it would be the place we got married. Honestly it was love at first sight. From the outdoor bathtubs, to the wooded nook with logs to sit on, to the golden meadows themselves, to a garden literally growing on top of the bar... all of it was pure magic. The team you get with The Meadows is hands down the most professional team I have ever seen in action. They made sure everything was ready to go smoothly leading up to our big day, and even on the big day they helped in any way possible! Okay and lets just talk about the furniture for a sec... WOAH. All the refurbished vintage pieces that literally come with the venue make it so unique and worth every penny. I literally did not find another venue that had aesthetically pleasing decor like that. Whether you are looking to get married inside, or outside... there are MULTIPLE options to explore! Trust me, when its all said and done, you will basically want to live in The Meadows at Firefly Farms. xoxo, Gracie
Reviewed on 03-04-2020
Wedding Date 06-03-2020
I knew from the second I stepped foot at The Meadows, that it would be the place we got married. Honestly it was love at first sight. From the outdoor bathtubs, to the wooded nook with logs to sit on, to the golden meadows themselves, to a garden literally growing on top of the bar... all of it was pure magic. The team you get with The Meadows is hands down the most professional team I have ever seen in action. They made sure everything was ready to go smoothly leading up to our big day, and even on the big day they helped in any way possible! Okay and lets just talk about the furniture for a sec... WOAH. All the refurbished vintage pieces that literally come with the venue make it so unique and worth every penny. I literally did not find another venue that had aesthetically pleasing decor like that. Whether you are looking to get married inside, or outside... there are MULTIPLE options to explore! Trust me, when its all said and done, you will basically want to live in The Meadows at Firefly Farms. xoxo, Gracie
Reviewed on 03-04-2020
Pauline Ro (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-10-2019
Where do I even begin...Got married at the Meadows earlier this month, and to say it was the perfect venue almost feels like an understatement. It was EXACTLY what my husband and I envisioned for our wedding- a beautiful ceremony in the fields, dinner under a lit up tent as the sun was setting, and a space for people to dance, lounge, drink, and just be in good company :) There was a place for everyone to just do what they want and celebrate us. (Side note- I feel like a majority of our guests kept raving about the venue when congratulating us and we had 350+ guests so that's saying a lot).Ana and her team at the Meadows worked with me and went the extra mile to make sure everything was what we wanted, and I can't thank them enough for all of their hard work <3 Beautiful venue and beautiful people - what more could you ask for?
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Wedding Date 04-10-2019
Where do I even begin...Got married at the Meadows earlier this month, and to say it was the perfect venue almost feels like an understatement. It was EXACTLY what my husband and I envisioned for our wedding- a beautiful ceremony in the fields, dinner under a lit up tent as the sun was setting, and a space for people to dance, lounge, drink, and just be in good company :) There was a place for everyone to just do what they want and celebrate us. (Side note- I feel like a majority of our guests kept raving about the venue when congratulating us and we had 350+ guests so that's saying a lot).Ana and her team at the Meadows worked with me and went the extra mile to make sure everything was what we wanted, and I can't thank them enough for all of their hard work <3 Beautiful venue and beautiful people - what more could you ask for?
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Janet Hobble (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
If you like nature, wide open spaces, amazing furnishings, flexibility, and top notch staff, The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve is the place for you. Hannah and the staff are superb. From their guidance, communication, and organization they executed a dream come true wedding for our daughter. It is close to so much in the Raleigh area yet peacefully serene. Just you, your guests, and nature. Simply amazing!
Reviewed on 07-09-2019
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
If you like nature, wide open spaces, amazing furnishings, flexibility, and top notch staff, The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve is the place for you. Hannah and the staff are superb. From their guidance, communication, and organization they executed a dream come true wedding for our daughter. It is close to so much in the Raleigh area yet peacefully serene. Just you, your guests, and nature. Simply amazing!
Reviewed on 07-09-2019
Alyssa Kobayashi (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-03-2019
Getting married at The Meadows was hands down the best decision we could have made! First, the venue itself is absolutely beautiful. It is a hidden gem tucked away off the main road. The nature and privacy makes you forget you're still so conveniently located to all the attractions of the triangle. Second, the team's emphasis on sustainability was a breath of fresh air in the wedding industry. The venue comes with a beautiful and eclectic selection of furniture and decorations that prevents extra waste and consumerism. Lastly, Hannah and the team were all incredibly easy to work with. They were professional, attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs from the first tour all the way to the end of our wedding.
Reviewed on 29-04-2019
Wedding Date 30-03-2019
Getting married at The Meadows was hands down the best decision we could have made! First, the venue itself is absolutely beautiful. It is a hidden gem tucked away off the main road. The nature and privacy makes you forget you're still so conveniently located to all the attractions of the triangle. Second, the team's emphasis on sustainability was a breath of fresh air in the wedding industry. The venue comes with a beautiful and eclectic selection of furniture and decorations that prevents extra waste and consumerism. Lastly, Hannah and the team were all incredibly easy to work with. They were professional, attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs from the first tour all the way to the end of our wedding.
Reviewed on 29-04-2019
Elizabeth Sharman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
My husband and I looked at several venues before stepping foot on the Meadows, and even though it was before most of the construction and finishing, we knew it was the special place where we wanted to celebrate our marriage. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting that perfectly fit the mood of our family, friends and party. The staff at the Meadows were extremely easy to work with and made the wedding planning process simpler. We'd recommend these venue to any couple.
Reviewed on 28-04-2019
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
My husband and I looked at several venues before stepping foot on the Meadows, and even though it was before most of the construction and finishing, we knew it was the special place where we wanted to celebrate our marriage. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting that perfectly fit the mood of our family, friends and party. The staff at the Meadows were extremely easy to work with and made the wedding planning process simpler. We'd recommend these venue to any couple.
Reviewed on 28-04-2019
Lauren Perrone (professional) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-03-2016
Thank you to the most amazing crew (and staff) at The Meadows. We've had the pleasure of working alongside The Meadows as a wedding planner/design and know how important it is to have a great site manager! They are all so professional, but know how to have some fun! The venue itself is stunning and offers a huge variety of options for event locations onsite. From the Heron Hall to the actual meadow, the details within the space are so very unique and well thought out. The Meadows goes above and beyond to ensure your day is perfect!
Reviewed on 17-12-2018
Wedding Date 24-03-2016
Thank you to the most amazing crew (and staff) at The Meadows. We've had the pleasure of working alongside The Meadows as a wedding planner/design and know how important it is to have a great site manager! They are all so professional, but know how to have some fun! The venue itself is stunning and offers a huge variety of options for event locations onsite. From the Heron Hall to the actual meadow, the details within the space are so very unique and well thought out. The Meadows goes above and beyond to ensure your day is perfect!
Reviewed on 17-12-2018
Kate King (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-10-2018
My husband and I got married at the Meadows in October 2018 and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue!! First of all, the venue is absolutely stunning. The Meadows' 115 acres of rolling hills and beautiful meadows are such a perfect backdrop for a wedding. Our pictures were gorgeous! Second, the Meadows is conveniently located in Raleigh for easy access for wedding guests, but it definitely feels like more of a destination wedding venue. Third, the houses located on the property are amazing and so well done, and lodging for you, your wedding party, etc. is included in the price of booking the venue! We loved getting to spend some extra time with our wedding party with everyone staying on the property for the weekend. Fourth, and very importantly, the staff at the Meadows were so nice and accommodating to us throughout the whole wedding planning process. Hannah and Anna were so great to work with and made sure everything was perfect for our big day!! Fifth, we felt that the Meadows was incredibly reasonably priced for all that is included when you book - lodging at two houses on the property, furniture, tables, chairs, decor, etc. etc. I honestly cannot recommend the Meadows highly enough and would definitely encourage any newly engaged couples on the hunt for a wedding venue to check it out!!
Reviewed on 05-12-2018
Wedding Date 06-10-2018
My husband and I got married at the Meadows in October 2018 and I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue!! First of all, the venue is absolutely stunning. The Meadows' 115 acres of rolling hills and beautiful meadows are such a perfect backdrop for a wedding. Our pictures were gorgeous! Second, the Meadows is conveniently located in Raleigh for easy access for wedding guests, but it definitely feels like more of a destination wedding venue. Third, the houses located on the property are amazing and so well done, and lodging for you, your wedding party, etc. is included in the price of booking the venue! We loved getting to spend some extra time with our wedding party with everyone staying on the property for the weekend. Fourth, and very importantly, the staff at the Meadows were so nice and accommodating to us throughout the whole wedding planning process. Hannah and Anna were so great to work with and made sure everything was perfect for our big day!! Fifth, we felt that the Meadows was incredibly reasonably priced for all that is included when you book - lodging at two houses on the property, furniture, tables, chairs, decor, etc. etc. I honestly cannot recommend the Meadows highly enough and would definitely encourage any newly engaged couples on the hunt for a wedding venue to check it out!!
Reviewed on 05-12-2018
P Williams (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-10-2018
All my daughter visions of her wedding was fulfilled at the Meadows. Everything from being able to stay on the property with her bridesmaids to the ceremony in the woods and the reception all in one place. Anna and her team worked with us from beginning to end to help make my daughter’s fair tale wedding in the woods come true. Even with the rain most of the day everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 27-10-2018
Wedding Date 20-10-2018
All my daughter visions of her wedding was fulfilled at the Meadows. Everything from being able to stay on the property with her bridesmaids to the ceremony in the woods and the reception all in one place. Anna and her team worked with us from beginning to end to help make my daughter’s fair tale wedding in the woods come true. Even with the rain most of the day everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 27-10-2018
Chloe G (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2018
Getting married at The Meadows is the BEST experience! The space is unreal, both in how beautiful and unique it is, and in how much you get. There are two separate houses to get ready in, a ton of ceremony site options (including a particularly magical one in the woods that we used), and there is so much space for the reception that I was overwhelmed with how to incorporate all of the cool areas available to us. The design of the place is so funky and beautiful and is filled with amazing details, like a garden on the roof of the bar and a swanky bridal suite -- and because the owners are such creative people, they're constantly adding to the space. We ended up not even hiring a florist and just putting together very basic floral/candle decor ourselves because the space was so beautiful we didn't need to add much. It also comes with so much stuff that the only things you really need to rent are plates, flatware, and glasses. They have a ton of tables (including the beautiful wood ones in the photos), chairs, lounge furniture (couches, coffee tables, armchairs, etc.), plants, and accent pieces that you can use. Our guests were blown away by the place, often saying that it was the most amazing venue they'd ever seen.Beauty aside, the best thing about The Meadows is the people who run the place. Every single person we worked with is an absolute gem who made the planning experience so easy and fun. From our first FaceTime tour with Kelley to our last walk-through with Hannah, everyone at The Meadows was incredibly flexible, kind, creative, and responsive to us every step of the way. I would definitely recommend this to couples planning their wedding from afar -- we live in Boston and didn't even see the venue in person until 3 months before our wedding, and they really couldn't have made it easier for us. I could not imagine having a better planning experience, and am so so grateful that we found this place and these people. Thank you Team Meadows!!
Reviewed on 04-10-2018
Wedding Date 08-09-2018
Getting married at The Meadows is the BEST experience! The space is unreal, both in how beautiful and unique it is, and in how much you get. There are two separate houses to get ready in, a ton of ceremony site options (including a particularly magical one in the woods that we used), and there is so much space for the reception that I was overwhelmed with how to incorporate all of the cool areas available to us. The design of the place is so funky and beautiful and is filled with amazing details, like a garden on the roof of the bar and a swanky bridal suite -- and because the owners are such creative people, they're constantly adding to the space. We ended up not even hiring a florist and just putting together very basic floral/candle decor ourselves because the space was so beautiful we didn't need to add much. It also comes with so much stuff that the only things you really need to rent are plates, flatware, and glasses. They have a ton of tables (including the beautiful wood ones in the photos), chairs, lounge furniture (couches, coffee tables, armchairs, etc.), plants, and accent pieces that you can use. Our guests were blown away by the place, often saying that it was the most amazing venue they'd ever seen.Beauty aside, the best thing about The Meadows is the people who run the place. Every single person we worked with is an absolute gem who made the planning experience so easy and fun. From our first FaceTime tour with Kelley to our last walk-through with Hannah, everyone at The Meadows was incredibly flexible, kind, creative, and responsive to us every step of the way. I would definitely recommend this to couples planning their wedding from afar -- we live in Boston and didn't even see the venue in person until 3 months before our wedding, and they really couldn't have made it easier for us. I could not imagine having a better planning experience, and am so so grateful that we found this place and these people. Thank you Team Meadows!!
Reviewed on 04-10-2018
Metta Longo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-06-2018
A gorgeous venue! The wedding party was able to stay in the houses on property, which was convenient and very relaxing. The Meadows had everything we needed--more so, as they typically have ceremonies on-site, which we didn't need. It was a little pricey for a simple reception and single-night stay, but the venue allowed us flexibility in our vendors and other planning. The owner, Anna, is very nice and she is so excited to see other people's wedding visions actuated through her property.
Reviewed on 12-07-2018
Wedding Date 16-06-2018
A gorgeous venue! The wedding party was able to stay in the houses on property, which was convenient and very relaxing. The Meadows had everything we needed--more so, as they typically have ceremonies on-site, which we didn't need. It was a little pricey for a simple reception and single-night stay, but the venue allowed us flexibility in our vendors and other planning. The owner, Anna, is very nice and she is so excited to see other people's wedding visions actuated through her property.
Reviewed on 12-07-2018
Dale Koontz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-04-2018
We feel so lucky to be one of the first weddings at the Meadows - our experience was amazing. The property is beautiful, and we love what the owners and property manager have down with the renovated houses and venue area. Everyone was very communicative and quick to respond to any question we had. Even though the weather was rainy and cold for our wedding day, the venue was still beautiful and we wouldn't have had it any other way. We couldn't recommend the Meadows enough! We wish we could go back.
Reviewed on 13-05-2018
40 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.75 out of 5.0Wedding Date 07-04-2018
We feel so lucky to be one of the first weddings at the Meadows - our experience was amazing. The property is beautiful, and we love what the owners and property manager have down with the renovated houses and venue area. Everyone was very communicative and quick to respond to any question we had. Even though the weather was rainy and cold for our wedding day, the venue was still beautiful and we wouldn't have had it any other way. We couldn't recommend the Meadows enough! We wish we could go back.
Reviewed on 13-05-2018
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| Phone | (919) 628-5012 |
| Address | 5581 Harward ln, Raleigh, NC, 27606 |
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