Wedding: Need to Know
Tucked into the rolling countryside of Northeast Alabama, Otter Creek offers a setting where Southern hospitality and natural beauty come together effortlessly. With its open fields, towering pines, and thoughtfully designed gathering spaces, the property provides an atmosphere that feels both refined and relaxed — a place where meaningful moments unfold naturally.
Throughout the seasons, the landscape offers a backdrop of rustic elegance and captivating scenery, creating a memorable experience not only for the couple but for every guest who gathers to celebrate. From rehearsal dinners and bridesmaids’ luncheons to ceremonies beneath the open sky and lively receptions that stretch into the evening, Otter Creek was designed for wedding weekends meant to be savored.
Conveniently located between Gadsden and Anniston, Alabama — just under an hour from Birmingham — the property offers the charm of a countryside escape while remaining easily accessible for guests traveling from near and far.
To ensure each couple enjoys a truly personalized experience, Otter Creek hosts a limited number of weddings each season, offering celebrations exclusively April through October, when the property is at its most beautiful. With only three weddings hosted each month, every event receives the time, attention, and care it deserves.
Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and many couples choose to secure their date well in advance.
We invite you to experience Otter Creek in person. Schedule a private tour and discover the spaces, scenery, and atmosphere that make this property such a special place to begin your next chapter.
Venue Pricing
Two-day weekend venue pricing for Friday/Saturday weddings: $12,500
One-day Saturday Wedding (14 hours): $9,000
One-day Sunday wedding: $6,000
Guidelines:
Event insurance policy provided by the client to Otter Creek Farmstead
Security provided by Otter Creek Farmstead with every wedding
Our damage deposit is $1,000 (check or credit card on file)
No outside alcohol is allowed; all alcohol is provided by Otter Creek Farmstead
Wedding Weekend Access
Friday & Saturday Weddings
Access to the property begins at 11:00 AM on Friday for setup, decorating, and rehearsal dinner preparations.
Event hours conclude each evening at 11:00 PM.
Overnight accommodations are permitted on Friday and Saturday evening for reserved lodging spaces.
Sunday Weddings
Access to the property begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday.
Wedding Planning
To ensure a smooth and well-orchestrated wedding day, Otter Creek requires each couple to work with a wedding planner, and that planner must be approved by our team.
We love working with Rebecca Williamson of Details by Rebecca, who knows the property beautifully and is a wonderful planning resource for our couples. That said, other wedding planners are absolutely welcome, provided they are approved by Otter Creek in advance.
Our team is always happy to coordinate with your approved planner to help ensure a seamless experience from arrival to departure.
Parking & Guest Arrival
A parking attendant and shuttle service to the parking area are included for the day of the wedding to ensure guest arrival and departure are handled with ease.
For celebrations with more than 200 guests, additional shuttle services may be required.
Setup & Departure
Setup and breakdown of any outside rentals — including tables, chairs, china, glassware, linens, and décor — are the responsibility of the renter and/or the wedding planner.
All rental items must be removed the day after the event by 10AM, and cleanup must be completed by the designated checkout time.
Photography at Otter Creek
Otter Creek’s wedding offerings include use of the grounds for engagement portraits and wedding day photography, allowing couples to take full advantage of the property’s natural landscapes, architecture, and gathering spaces.
Audio & Visual
Use of Otter Creek’s audio-visual system is included for background music in The Grand Room.
Please note that this system is not intended for ceremony use.
