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Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm is a farm-style wedding venue located in Covington, Georgia. Situated amongst the rolling hills of southern Newton County, this historic property provides couples with a scenic backdrop for their wedding event. It is one of the last remaining mid-19th-century farms in Northeast Georgia and boasts plenty of heritage aspects throughout the grounds. This venue is home to the Gaither House, a log smokehouse, and a pole hay barn. Several structures in Newton County have been relocated to Gaither. This includes Harris Spring Primitive Baptist Church, two (2) cabins, a country store, along with a few others. The venue has numerous options to provide the perfect backdrop for photography.

Facilities and Capacity

Gaither's offers a manicured lawn for ceremonies, receptions, and other wedding events to take place. Couples and their guests may also make use of the period-appropriate home. This house is washed in a stunning, white aesthetic and boasts a porch with intricately designed supports. The decor inside the house is tailored to match the elegant charm of the exterior, complete with chandeliers and wooden furniture pieces. A beautiful brick walkway leads up to the entryway, offering a grand view as couples and their guests enter into the event space. Behind the house, surrounded by a picketed white fence, is a landscaped garden that holds a delicately designed structure where ceremonies may take place.

Services Offered

Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm is pleased to offer their clients services that help ensure the success of their wedding celebration. In addition to wedding services, they also offer filmmaker packages along with historic tours. For further information about the specific services that Gaither's provides, inquiries should be directed to their event coordinator.

Location

This farm venue is located southeast of the center of Covington at 270 Davis Ford Road. The nearest major city is Athens, Georgia, which can be reached via Interstate 20. The Oconee National Forest is accessible en-route to Greensboro. The Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge is directly south of the property and can be reached by following Highway 11.

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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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

3

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

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?

Get Ready Rooms

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
June
July
August
November
December

Reviews of Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm

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Sherri Sent on 04/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Gather at Gaither

Gaither at Myrtle creek farms is truly an amazing place to host a wedding, or any special gathering. Having attended several events here, I can honestly say, it's fantastic! I love the vintage vibe, and, yes the antique furnishings are stunning. Mrs. Lisa Conner is the manager of the facility. She went above and beyond to ensure every thing was perfect. Gaithers is a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐star venue
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Stephanie Sent on 07/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

I can’t say enough about how perfect our experience was at Gaithers for my daughter’s wedding. The staff was like working with family. Beautiful venue! Large and spread out! Very accommodating for any event. Emoni and Mr Tim were so very kind and worked so hard to make our day special. So much gratitude for that
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Cindya Sent on 04/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!!

Gaither's At Myrtle Creek has been the venue for several different events that I've attended. It's so nice to have such a serene, beautiful, flexible facility so close to home. The beautiful and expansive grounds with a variety of historical buildings make it a truly unique experience. My contact was Lisa and she was great making sure everything was perfect!
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Joan Sent on 04/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for Weddings, and More!

Gaither’s at Myrtle Creek Farm is a beautiful, pastoral location - lush, green, and vibrant all year. Whether you want a modern event, or you want to feel as though you’ve stepped back in time, Gaither’s delivers. The staff is very professional, and chock full of southern hospitality. I can’t imagine a better experience. Thank you!
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Lucy Sent on 04/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A Beautiful Place for a Great Experience

I have been to several events at Gaither's at Myrtle Creek. It is a beautiful setting which made for a great experience. It's also exciting to know movies and TV shows has used the grounds at Gaither's.
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Rosemary Sent on 05/25/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My daughter and her husband, Jessica and Alex, had their wedding there May 21 ,2016. The wedding was beautiful!!! In talking with guests, numerous remarked on how beautiful the site was. It is a very beautiful, serene place. They have done alot of work on the property. Kay Blevins oversees the rental of the property. She was great to work with accommodating, quick to respond to questions and very pleasant. The onsite caretaker, Kenny, is invaluable. He made sure the property was gorgeous so that the day is perfect and that is exactly how it turned out. We looked at so many venues before deciding on Gaither Plantation and it was one of the best decisions we made!! It is a must see for brides who want options of wedding sites on one property!!
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User982497 Sent on 10/21/2012
5 out of 5 rating
The venue was perfect!! So many options on where to have the ceremony. Marty is a wonderful person to have on site helping with everything.
Lindsay
Lindsay Sent on 06/30/2011
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I could not have been happier with our experience at Gaither Plantation! It is so beautiful there and had everything we wanted (and is the best price out there). The site manager, Marty went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was perfect! I also wanted to see the place several times for planning purposes and he was friendly and helpful every time I went out there. He is so flexible and will help in any way he can! He saved the day when our limo got lost. He found them, and brought them to us! The setting is so gorgeous perfect to have both the ceremony and reception. Our wedding was during a heat wave in June and I was worried about the heat. The fans in the pavilion were outstanding and kept everything cool. This is the only venue we saw where I liked the rain plan just as much, the chapel is absolutely precious and I would have been perfectly happy to have our ceremony in there as well. We had an incredible wedding at Gaither Plantation and it will always hold a special place in our hearts!
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Brittany Sent on 10/16/2007
4.8 out of 5 rating
Gaither Plantation is a beautiful historical site with many options for the ceremony site and a large pavilion perfect for receptions. On my wedding day it happened to rain (or rather, storm!) and the caretaker, Marty Roberts saved the day! He worked above and beyond what was required to keep my guests -and myself!- dry and comfortable. I highly recommend this location for the perfect outdoor wedding!
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Brooke Sent on 02/02/2009
0.5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful outdoor historical site. My husband and I were very excited to use the location. During the time before our ceremony, we had no trouble whatsoever. The day after (Sunday) we had the biggest disaster happen. Someone had vandalized the Plantation inside and out. We had several things stolen and the county was completely unwilling to work something out with us to help us recoup our losses; even after we (my husband, myself and our families) spent the entire day cleaning up the mess. We were out nearly the cost of the rental fee and still the county was unwilling to do anything for us. Bottom line- beautiful location but no one has responsibility for what goes on out there. You book at your own risk, something that I wish we had known about before we paid to have our wedding there.
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Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm frequently asked questions

Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Gaither's at Myrtle Creek Farm is recommended by 91% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in average response time, 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in quality of service and 4.5 in professionalism.
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