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Cates Farm at Cane Creek is a rustic and tranquil wedding venue situated near Hillsborough, North Carolina. This hidden gem is nestled in Orange County's picturesque rolling hills, making it ideal for soon-to-be newlyweds who adore scenic countryside. Within driving distance of Raleigh, it is located close to an abundance of hotels and inns. Whether you envisage an intimate or large-scale special day, this North Carolina hideaway can set the stage for your dream wedding.

Facilities and Capacity

Up to 150 of your friends and relatives can join you to celebrate your nuptials at Cates Farm at Cane Creek. You and your significant other can say "I do" on the lawn beside the barn. This beautiful setting has a bright and bucolic atmosphere that your loved ones are bound to appreciate. Following your photoshoot on the grounds, you can head into the barn to wine and dine. You are free to adorn the interior with the venue's decorating supplies. It features an abundance of furniture and a spacious dance floor where you and your partner can enjoy your first dance. The property is also home to wildflower fields, a fire pit, and a garden area.

Services Offered

At Cates Farm at Cane Creek, you are welcome to enjoy a weekend wedding rental from noon Friday to noon Sunday. As well as your ceremony and reception, the venue is able to host your rehearsal. The staff will be on hand to assist you with the setup and cleanup of your event. A wide array of event items can be provided, including chairs, farm tables, banquet tables, and lawn furniture.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$6,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Pet Friendly

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
September
October

Reviews of Cates Farm at Cane Creek

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Allison Sent on 05/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue for Wedding Weekend

Cates Farm was the perfect venue for our wedding - all of our guests raved about it! It was a beautiful setting and a relaxing environment. It also had the added bonus of being very family-friendly. Because there were so many spots for kids to play within view of the reception area, parents were able to relax and enjoy the celebration while also keeping an eye on little ones. Definitely worth the drive from Raleigh to have access to such a large venue, with so many different spaces. We were able to use the newly built cottage and the small house attached to the barn to get ready on site, and also hang out with our friends and family before the ceremony. We were grateful to have gorgeous weather all weekend, but it gave us a lot of peace of mind knowing that there was a great indoor option for the ceremony in case of bad weather. We even used the farm for our Friday night welcome dinner, which was a lot of fun. The layout of the farm made turnover between the ceremony and reception really easy, and ensured that our guests were able to get a drink and appetizer within minutes of the ceremony ending. John and Jen were great to work with throughout the planning process - very responsive to our many questions and allowing us to visit multiple times to look at the space as needed. Our wedding weekend venue staff, Megan and Amanda, were incredible and worked so well with our wedding coordinator to troubleshoot any issues that came up. We highly recommend Cates Farm as a wedding venue!
Leah
Leah Sent on 02/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue

Book this place now!! We loved working with Cates Farm for our wedding! This couple is out to make dreams come true! Not only is this venue a great price for holding your ceremony and reception, but you get the venue for the weekend! You do not have to worry about anything going missing or being broken from a wedding happening the day before. You also have time and flexibility when it comes to doing DIY decorations and holding a rehearsal! John and Jennifer were so kind, helpful, and flexible! They worked with us to ensure we had everything we needed and wanted! They even supported us the day of by setting up tables, helping with decorations, starting the fire pit, and ensuring we were all set. (They also have a ton of decorations available for you to use!) I am so thankful we found this venue! The farm and surroundings are beautiful and private. There is plenty of parking and guests that were Ubering did not have trouble getting a car. The cell reception can be a little spotty so we recommended that our guests schedule a ride if Ubering. When having an event here John and Jennifer make you feel like family and truly prioritize that you have an incredible wedding!
Frank
Frank Sent on 11/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect wedding

Everything was great Jonh and Jen are amazing people they have absolutely beautiful places me and my wife could not been happier with everything
Brian
Brian Sent on 07/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A truly special place

In addition to a perfect October wedding at a stunningly beautiful venue, we had the pleasure of working with two of the most fun, gracious, and loving owners you will ever meet. From start to finish, John & Jennifer were flexible, supportive, and a pleasure to work with. We didn’t just feel welcomed - we felt loved and celebrated. Cates Farm will always hold a special place in our hearts!
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Lorena Sent on 12/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous and Amazing

I had the best wedding day ever! I loved using this venue! It was a gorgeous place!
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Erica Sent on 09/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

This venue is just amazing. Especially if you want to make it a dream wedding in your own vision . John and Jennifer are just 2 down right amazing people to work with. They helped my dream come true I highly recommend this venue!!!
Julia
Julia Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and versatile wedding venue

Not only is the venue stunningly beautiful and the owners a dream to work with, but Cates Farm has such a versatility when deciding what you want your wedding to look like! Get married outside facing the barn or facing the arbor, or get married under the patio if that’s what you prefer! Many options for a customized wedding are there waiting for you at Cates Farm!
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Mike Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

A truly beautiful setting with multiple lovely locations on the property for ceremony, cocktail hour and reception allowing for a great flow throughout the evening. Additionally, John and Jennifer were extremely personable and helpful throughout the planning process and even helped during the event to make sure everything went smoothly! It was so special to have our wedding here and we would absolutely recommend them to anyone.
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Cat C. Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!

We loved having our wedding here! It turned out being gorgeous. Working with John and Jennifer meant we could be laid back and still trust that everything would be taken care of. They were super clear which helped us plan, but not at all fussed when details of our plan changed. We loved it and our wedding turned out to be gorgeous and really fun!
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Gabrielle Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing!

Both John and Jen were so incredibly helpful and kind throughout our wedding planning process. I highly recommend them and their beautiful venue to anyone!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner

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Cates Farm at Cane Creek frequently asked questions

Cates Farm at Cane Creek includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
The space offered by Cates Farm at Cane Creek for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
Cates Farm at Cane Creek offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Cates Farm at Cane Creek offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Cates Farm at Cane Creek offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Pet Friendly
Cates Farm at Cane Creek is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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