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  • 2023

Hidden Springs Venue

Up to 200 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Hannah
Danika
Olivia
Caitlin
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Located in Apison, Tennessee, Hidden Springs Venue is an idyllic location for weddings, receptions, and other nuptial events. This rustic yet modern barn venue is situated right in the heart of the forest, with a panoramic view for you to say your vows. With a lakeside background and several cabins to choose from, this event space will make your special day unforgettable.

Facilities and Capacity

Hidden Springs is located on 170 acres of land and was previously used as a youth camp before being purchased and renovated in 2019. Owners Tom and Julie Willumson worked to maintain the property’s down-to-earth atmosphere while adding an elegant touch to the decor and furniture. The charming, barn-style building holds enough floor space for 200 guests and is adorned with visible wood beams and massive doors on all four walls. The barn sits beside a 9-acre lake, for couples that dream of having their first kiss beside a crystal-clear waterfront. All of the barn doors can be opened, to give your guests a breathtaking view of the forest and shoreline. A gravel path cuts through green manicured lawns right to the venue entrance for easy access, as well as for romantic photo sessions. Peppered throughout the woods are several cabins that have been completely rebuilt with all the modern amenities while maintaining their bucolic appeal. Up to 44 guests total can be accommodated in the cabins, with each space curated to create a relaxing atmosphere. Our styling suite contains a classic claw-foot tub, large mirrors, and plenty of living room space for the couple and their wedding parties to get ready.

Services Offered

The team at Hidden Springs Venue happily cater to weddings of any style, from small intimate gatherings of 25 to more extravagant affairs of 200. The property is pet-friendly, allowing your furry friend to enjoy the lake and trees just as much as you and your guests. The team provides wooden X-back chairs along with a selection of table sizes, from round to farmhouse style, to better match your personal theme. The seating arrangements will be handled by the onsite staff, for both indoor and outdoor celebrations, to best suit your preferences. Custom arbors and wedding arches are also available to give your guests a romantic vision of you at the altar.

Features

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 7 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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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?

$4,800

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

$4,800

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?

$4,800

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

$4,800

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Campsite/Cabin
Farm/Ranch
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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?

Accommodations
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August

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Reviews of Hidden Springs Venue

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Hidden Springs is a stunning lakefront barn venue with gorgeous scenery and abundant photo spots. On-site cabins let families and wedding parties turn the celebration into a multi-day retreat. The staff are attentive and organized, making planning and the wedding day run smoothly.

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Hidden Springs is a stunning lakefront barn venue with gorgeous scenery and abundant photo spots. On-site cabins let families and wedding parties turn the celebration into a multi-day retreat. The staff are attentive and organized, making planning and the wedding day run smoothly.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 28 reviews
Google
4.8/5 78 reviews
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Giselle Sent on 12/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Springs Venue

Hidden Springs Venue was everything we could have dreamed for our wedding! As soon as we toured, we knew it was the place for us. It is an absolutely gorgeous location, but it has a laid-back vibe that makes it feel welcoming and homey. It’s also very conveniently located for the Ooltewah/Cleveland/Chattanooga area. The cabins are beautiful, and they make it the perfect option for the whole family to stay during the wedding weekend and/or for a bride and groom wedding night stay! We used the cabins for our family to stay in, one for a bridal suite, and one for the groomsmen, and it was perfect! For the reception, they have done such a great job fixing up the pavilion to make it very classy but also low-key. The venue manager was also so easy to work with, and that just topped off our whole experience with them. I could literally go on and on about how much they’ve done to create it into the perfect venue, but if you’re looking for a beautiful and peaceful location with easy and convenient access, wonderful people to communicate with, and a place where the whole family can be included in a retreat-style venue—this is hands down the one! We loved everything about our experience there and only have good things to say.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 10/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue!

Could not have asked for a more beautiful venue! Our day was absolutely perfect and the owner and staff members were so helpful and accomodating throughout the whole planning process.
Danika
Danika Sent on 07/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

the PERFECT wedding venue

Cannot say enough good things about Hidden Springs! Their venue grounds speak for themselves (stunning) and having the ability to host so many people in the cabins onsite is game changing! We ended up turning our weeding weekend into a big family/friends retreat where we played camp games, swam, held campfires, etc. We also love the idea that we can come back for our one-year anniversary and potentially stay on site in the cabins again! All the staff is beyond helpful and quick with communication - our month-of-coordinator (Maddie) was amazing! They helped bring our vision to life with their beautiful rentals/decor closet (so convenient). Overall, beautiful venue nestled in the woods and amazing staff
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Ying-Chi Sent on 07/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

The venue is beautiful, but the staff are what makes HSV even better! Loved how smoothly our wedding day and everything went as it planned. Highly recommend it.
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Chelsea Sent on 07/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

I 🤍 Hidden Springs.
From the day I first toured the property to our wedding day, the staff at Hidden Springs were amazing to work with. Emma and her team were with me every step of the way and made our wedding planning experience so easy and fun. Working with their preferred vendors made wedding planning stress-free.
We had whole wedding weekend at Hidden Springs, which made everything so special and so memorable as our families and wedding party were able to stay on site with us in the gorgeous cabins. After our rehearsal dinner, my husband and crew got to fish on the beautiful grounds while the girls hiked and the families got to rest and relax in the gorgeous cabins.
Day or, Emma brought my vision to life, while I relaxed surrounded by friends and family. I didn’t have to worry about a thing but getting married and enjoying the day, and we did, thanks to their efforts and dedication to making our day perfect.
I truly couldn’t imagine a better experience, and I am so thankful for Hidden Springs making our wedding experience so perfect!
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Kiara Sent on 06/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hidden Springs Venue

We LOVED hidden springs. The venue is a dream and so gorgeous. The bridal party cabin was PERFECT and the guys loved their groomsmen cabin. The barn was my dream venue with the most perfect chairs and decor. And the lake background is super pretty. I wouldn't have changed a thing.
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Ally Sent on 07/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience at Hidden Springs!

Hidden Springs had everything we needed in a wedding venue. We looked at several venues in the Chattanooga and Nashville areas and could not be happier that we landed here. The lakefront property is beautiful, and we felt good about having multiple options for ceremony locations in case of rain.

We had the best time working with Paige to plan our wedding day. She was outstanding and such a calming and organized presence that every bride needs. Paige thought of small details that we never would have, and these things were crucial in making the planning go so smoothly. She took our stress away every time we asked a question, and she had an instant answer or solution. Hidden Springs thought of everything and made our wedding day so special!
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Haley Sent on 07/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

love hidden springs!!

the absolute perfect venue for us!
from start to finish - Hidden Springs staff was amazing to work with! they helped make our vision come to life. SO many beautiful spots to take photos too! the scenery was exactly what we were looking for in a venue. we loved having our rehearsal dinner there the night before & renting the cabins for family and wedding party to stay in - helped make the weekend a little less stressful to spend quality time with them! and perfect for getting ready photos the day of. also loved how much was included with the venue 🤍 already planning on staying in a cabin for our anniversary!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 06/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue

Hidden Spring was the perfect space for our wedding! We wanted a spot that we could really make our own and get creative with the vision we had for our wedding. Valerie & Paige were totally onboard with helping us setup a very non-traditional wedding and made it truly an epic few days.

The space itself is incredible (minimal need for decoration as the scenery is so beautiful). We stayed on property the day/night before the wedding and the cabins were perfect. Very thoughtful, comfortable, beautifully done and the perfect space to celebrate with friends and family. The fact that the space was also built for weddings just means that everything runs really smoothly.

The team was so helpful and ensured we had everything we needed to be present in the day. We really can't recommend Hidden Springs enough, it totally knocked our socks off and made our wedding so special!
Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 04/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Chattanooga Area Venue

Our wedding day at Hidden Springs Venue was incredible! We were lucky enough to have some great weather, but knew that if we needed to move indoors that the day would be just as fantastic. Paige and the rest of the HSV team was a pleasure to work with and made the big day so easy for everyone involved. The rentals and decor available from the venue for use were so helpful, especially as an out of town couple. We also rented out the cabins for the night of the wedding and we were so impressed with how easy “check in” and “check out” was for everyone coming in from out of town. The big fire pit at the top of the cabin hill was a huge hit and helped make our evening so special. I would absolutely recommend HSV to anyone looking for a wedding venue in the Chattanooga area. I am still so happy with our choice and loved every minute of our day.
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Team

Julie Willumson
Julie Willumson
Venue Director/Owner
Marissa Keele
Marissa Keele
Marketing Director
Maddie Cartwright
Maddie Cartwright
Lead Coordinator
Valerie Baker
Valerie Baker
Lead Coordinator
Leslie Nix
Leslie Nix
Lead Coordinator + Assistant
Misty Cook
Misty Cook
Accommodations Manager
Scott Raney
Scott Raney
Grounds Manager

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Hidden Springs Venue frequently asked questions

Hidden Springs Venue 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 Hidden Springs Venue for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Campsite/Cabin
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Waterfront
Hidden Springs Venue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hidden Springs Venue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Hidden Springs Venue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Hidden Springs Venue offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Hidden Springs Venue 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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