Based in Holly Springs, North Carolina, the Leslie-Alford-Mims House is a historic mansion wedding venue just 25 minutes from Raleigh, North Carolina. With a refreshingly chic approach to Southern charm, the elegant property has stunning backdrops and rich history. Say your vows under a canopy of Magnolia trees or dance the night away under a twinkling market lights.

Facilities and Capacity
This vintage wedding venue is a white mansion on more than an acre of land. Couples can host up to 225 guests and options are available for both indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. The oversized porte cochere, which was once used for horses and carriages, can double as your dance floor. Guests can explore multiple historic rooms, while the Event Patio serves as an outdoor reception area.

Services Offered
The venue is ready to help you plan a romantic and timeless celebration. They can provide a list of devoted, trusted and passionate vendors. Couples can also use the following services:

• Event planning
• Decor
• Preferred vendors
• Barware
• Glassware
• Cake cutting
• Servers
• Setup
• Cleanup
• Chair and tables

Other Facilities
Leslie-Alford-Mims House has comfortable bridal suites on the property. These spacious areas will provide enough room to relax and get ready for the celebration. On your big day, guests can take advantage of on-site parking and wheelchair access.

Other Services
To experience the charm of the historic mansion, host your wedding-related events at the venue. These celebrations include:

• Engagement party
• Bridal shower
• Ceremony
• Reception

History
The magical mansion was built in 1840. In 2014, business partners Brooke Everhart and Priscilla Erwin worked together to restore and revitalize the house. The creative duo has been hosting beautiful events ever since.

Location
Located just outside of Raleigh, the venue is 27 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. It is less than 30 minutes from downtown Raleigh attractions such as North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina Museum of Art and Raleigh Convention Center. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is 32 minutes away, while Duke University is 30 minutes away. Nearby area trails and scenic views include Harris Lake County Park, Shearon Harris Reservoir and Bass Lake Park.