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The historic Donnelly House, an example of Neo-classical architecture, was built in 1905 as the residence of James W. Donnelly. This magnificent Georgian-colonial mansion features over 12,000 square feet of living space and spectacular white marble floors.

The home was listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage on May 20, 1975. It is also a contributing property to the Highland Avenue Historic District, a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.

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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?

$3,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$300

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Mansion

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Drapery
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February

Reviews of Donnelly House

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
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99% recommend it
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Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 11/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Such a beautiful wedding venue!

I picked the Donnelly House for my delayed wedding reception, and I can not say enough great things about this venue! Karl was great from the first time we met. He was patient and responsive as we went through the date changing process. And he was always available when I wanted to come back and walk around the venue with different vendors and parents. On the day of the reception, there were loads of things that I didn't think about. The Donnelley House thought of all those things and took care of them so that I could have a stress free day. After the day was over, I could not think of one thing that could have gone better, thanks to the Donnelly House! Thank you for making our day so perfect!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 06/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Thank you to Carl and his staff for making our wedding day the best day of our life’s! Everything about the historic venue made our day so special. Highly recommend the Donnelly House! To the this day our guest still say it was the best wedding ever! Couldn’t have had our wedding at any other venue.
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Becca Sent on 04/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot say enough good things about the Donnelly House.
Not only is it a beautiful place to get married, Carl was so easy to work with and the food was AMAZING.
He really helped us think through everything large and small.
Carl made sure to suggest we take 30 minutes in-between the ceremony and reception to eat. They provided a secluded spot and plates for each of us. I am so thankful we got to taste everything and get some much needed food in our bodies.
We made a last minute change to the dance floor set up less than an hour before the ceremony and the donnelly house handled it seamlessly.
Thank you Donnelly House Staff for the most amazing wedding!

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