255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House is a historical venue located in Athens, Georgia. Situated on a stately front lawn in Historic Athens, this estate is essentially hidden from the world. This beautifully restored home, with its Southern elegance, natural light, and a classic stairwell, serves as a magical location for weddings.
Facilities and Capacity 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House can accommodate up to 200 guests over its multiple event spaces. The venue's private garden is ideal for a lush outdoor ceremony space and can accommodate 200 seated guests. Their outdoor space includes a private southern garden, grassy lawn and stone courtyard. If you're having a large affair, the landscaped lawn or the historical garden is the perfect location. For more intimate weddings, the historical manor can accommodate 100 guests seated or 200 guests for a cocktail reception.
Services Offered 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House can offer a tour around the site with its event manager while discussing packages for your events. Its services include:
Entertainment services
Wedding planning
All-inclusive packages
Cleanup and setup
Event planning
In-house bar
Preferred vendor referrals
Lighting/sound
Other Services In addition to hosting weddings, 255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House and Garden is the perfect place to celebrate a:
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner
Bridal luncheon
Elopement
Anniversary party
History In 1910, Benjamin Frank Hardeman built this estate on Milledge Avenue with his wife, Annie. They were known for throwing some of the largest and most elegant parties in all of Northeast Georgia. In 1932, the property was sold to Walter A. Sams, president of the Athens Coca-Cola Bottling Company.
My fiance and I had to change our wedding plans due to COVID-19 and we reached out to Kim at 255 Milledge only 3 and a half weeks before the wedding date and we were able to have the most perfect, small and intimate wedding. The whole team made it a beautiful event and were SO helpful with all of the details even on such a short time frame. The house and garden are beautiful. I would recommend this to anyone looking to get married in Athens!
Sent on 06/12/2020
255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House's reply:
Planning a wedding in three and a half weeks was a first for all of us over here at 255 Milledge but I have to say, your celebration has become one of our favorite success stories. We're so proud to have turned a backup plan into one of our most magical weddings to date!
When it comes to our "Covid Couples", we will do anything and everything to make your special day everything you could ever dream of. Nothing can stop our team from pulling out all the bells and whistles for our couples.
Congratulations on your marriage and we wish you all the best!
- Leigh Palmer
255 Milledge Event Manager
Carly W.
· Getting married on 08/11/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
A wonderful staff, beautiful venue, and amazing execution!
255 Milledge was wonderful in handling our wedding day details! I was not much of a planner when it came to our wedding, and they guided us right along through all the decisions and details we had to consider. The day-of was wonderful, and they helped us through all of the complications with covid with ease! The team had a way of bringing calm to everyone around them. I highly recommend them for any event!
Sent on 12/08/2020
255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House's reply:
It was such a joy to host your beautiful family and celebrate with you! When it comes to easy-going brides, you are the one to beat and made planning your perfect day a dream.
We're so proud of you for working against the odds with us to create the perfect, petite wedding of your dreams. Congratulations again! We wish you and yours all the best!
- Leigh Palmer
255 Milledge Event Manager
Kirstin S.
· Getting married on 04/12/2021
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
I cannot sing praises of this venue loud enough and often enough.
If you want to get married in Athens - or anywhere for that matter - then 255 Milledge is the place to go!
My husband and I got married earlier in the year with just our parents, but we still wanted to have a night to celebrate with all of our friends and family. The owner is one of the most accommodating, understanding, and easy to work with people I have ever met. Since we had already been married, we didn't need to have a ceremony or do some of the typical "wedding day" things, but we still wanted to celebrate and pull in the parts that meant the most to us. The owner was so helpful in the planning process to help us figure out how to make the most of the gorgeous venue and our day.
The venue is absolutely beautiful - inside and out - and is also such a relaxing place to spend your big day. It was so comforting to know that no matter what mother nature threw at us that day, we were ready because we had picked the most beautiful venue. The owner and her team are constantly finding ways to make this place more and more beautiful, and if you're not sold on the pictures alone - I HIGHLY recommend going to visit this place just to see how beautiful it truly is. The owner and her team are also so helpful in creating the aesthetic that you have envisioned - both inside and outside. They have so many décor options that are sure to fit the bill for any couple.
The location of course speaks for itself. You are so close to downtown Athens, so close to hotels for guests with all different budgets, and on the most beautiful part of Milledge Ave. Any time of year, this place is where you want to be.
The staff was also UNBELIEVABLE. Everything was just taken care of in the most stress-free way, and I can't imagine there is a better staff around. The owner was SO HELPFUL in the time leading up to our day - she was available at any time to discuss décor ideas and help us truly visualize the finished product, she helped us with selecting vendors in the area that she knew would do a phenomenal job, she helped coordinate all of the different vendors on the day of, she provided solutions when some vendors created problems.
I cannot sing praises of this venue loud enough and often enough. I would recommend 255 Milledge to anyone. The venue itself, the staff, and the location just cannot be beat.
This venue offers the below options which may impact pricing:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
Set Up
Wifi
Accommodations
All Inclusive Packages
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Barware
255 Milledge Hardeman-Sams House FAQ
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$ 4800.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$ 4600.00
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
No
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$ 4600.00
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$ 4600.00
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$ 5.00
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
1
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
12
Describe your venue:
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Accommodations
All Inclusive Packages
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Set Up
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Professional Network & Endorsements
9 Endorsements
LUXE Atlanta Wedding Rentals
I recently had the pleasure of working with Kim and Bonnie on a shoot at 255 Milledge and let me tell you, these two ladies are awesome! Super professional and sweet and the venue is absolutely stunning! From the historical house to the beautiful garden and grounds! The photographer was able to amazing shots both indoors and out! If I had the opportunity to redo my wedding, I would have chosen this charming venue! Thank you again for everything ladies!
Such a beautiful venue! Kim and her team have done a wonderful job making this place new. So many many different ways to style this historical building and who can resist the garden!
