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24 years in business

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Small team (2-10 members)

Sanctuary Vineyards is a full-service wedding venue located in Jarvisburg, North Carolina, just minutes from The Outer Banks. This coastal vineyard is the perfect backdrop for your wedding, whether it be simple or extravagant. The atmosphere of this enchanting venue evokes a mix of wine country and coastal Carolina. The venue, being a vineyard, offers breathtaking views of rows of vines and lush green fields, surrounded by a quaint family farm. Offering both friendly service and a simple but elegant atmosphere, Sanctuary Vineyards is the perfect place for your big day.

Cuisine

Sanctuary Vineyards welcomes caterers. They are willing to work closely with the caterer of your choice to ensure that everything in terms of food and drink is perfectly taken care of. They also offer an in-house bar. Accompany their wines with the caterer of your choice, and the possibilities are endless.

Facilities and Capacity

Sanctuary Vineyard provides you with you an exclusive winery and tasting room surrounded by stainless steel tanks and French oak barrels. And fear not, because temperamental weather is not a problem. They can swiftly move the vineyard ceremony indoors, as Sanctuary Vineyards provides accommodations for up to 200 guests. They produce mostly dry, European-style wines but offer sweets as well to please every palate.

Services Offered

Sanctuary Vineyards offers a plethora of services sure to put your mind at ease on your big day. They offer to serve you with everything from the bridal suite to the reception, The team of skilled professionals at Sanctuary Vineyards always have your best interests in mind and are willing to cater to your every whim to make your big day perfect. Additional services include:

  • Bridal Suite
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set-Up
  • Bridal Shower
  • Ceremony
  • Engagement Party
  • Reception

Accommodations

Although the vineyard doesn’t have lodging services there are plenty of hotels nearby on the Outer Banks. Our staff is happy to help recommend lodging that suits your needs. With its elegant atmosphere and top-notch service, Sanctuary Vineyards is the perfect choice for your big day.

What You'll Love About Sanctuary Vineyards

Couples love the flexibility and resourcefulness of the staff. Couples also love the various options for both indoor and outdoor weddings. Check out the gallery for pictures of this stunning venue!

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?

$5,500

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

$4,500

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?

$5,500

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

$4,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Winery

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?

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

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

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Reviews of Sanctuary Vineyards

Weddingwire
4.9/5 29 reviews
Google
4.6/5 497 reviews
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Michelle Sent on 03/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Twice the blessing!

I can not begin to describe just how wonderful our experience with both Sanctuary Vineyards & Brooke Mayo Photographers was. We had the delight of hosting both our daughters weddings here & having Candace Owens with Brooke as our photographer. Both John and Candace went above and beyond to ensure that both weddings were completely different and unique to both of the brides and groom’s personalities. The 1st May 2015 & the second Oct 2021. With our youngest daughter‘s wedding it was during the time of Covid. Both John and Brooke were an amazing source of support for a frantic bride! After 2 dates were set & postponed the 3rd was perfect. The extended staff, including Eldon, the EXCELLENT wedding day coordinator and the vineyard workers were beyond helpful & kind. Please read my more detailed review on their Facebook page!! For one of the most important & memorable days of your life I highly recommend the use of both Sanctuary Vineyards & Brooke Mayo Photographers!
Katie
Katie Sent on 12/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful I promise

This place was beautiful my husband and I were the first to have an out door wedding at this location and it was BEYOND BEAUTIFUL the owner and his wife (my photographer) went beyond for us 100% book here
Ashira
Ashira Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Fall Venue!!!

Who doesn’t love wine?!? Plus a vineyard?!? Without a doubt we absolutely love Sanctuary Vineyards! John and his staff are absolutely fantastic! They go above and beyond to ensure that your needs are met. From the very beginning they helped us walk through all of our day of needs and even provided recommendations of other vendors. They were so accommodating and made sure that the entire party and guest made it to and from the vineyard. We held both our ceremony and reception on site and had no hiccups or difficulties! If you’re looking for a venue that cares for you like family and provides you with a smooth day of experience I would recommend Sanctuary Vineyards a hundred times over!!!
Jeff
Jeff Sent on 05/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful venue for a wedding

This is a beautiful venue to have a wedding. Due to some severe weather, we needed to move the ceremony indoors, which the Sanctuary team handled seamlessly. They treated us like family and truly enhanced our special day
C
Callie Sent on 01/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day!

We had a winter wedding at Sanctuary and it was perfect! We had to switch our date (thank you COVID) & they were able to accommodate the change in date. We had a few plans as we weren’t sure how the weather would go & they were so flexible. Everything went off without a hitch & was ready when our guests arrived. John & his team helped make our day flawless! We had our ceremony outside in the vineyard & our reception in the barrel room.
They have a bridal suite area to get ready & it had ample space for all of us + our hair/makeup vendors. The boys had a room of their own as well.
Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 03/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect wedding day

Sanctuary Vineyards floored us from the moment we stepped through their doors. The vineyard is beautiful and provided us the option of both an outdoor ceremony in the vineyard or an indoor ceremony among the elegant lights and wine barrels. They also have a lovely groom and bridal suite for the wedding party which gave us plenty of space to prepare for the ceremony. The inside of the vineyard has a warm and welcoming space where we were able to have our cocktail hour. Our reception and ceremony were held in the large adjacent room where we were surrounded by walls of sparkling lights and wine barrels. As stunning as the vineyard is, its the staff who really shine. John and every member of his staff went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect wedding day experience. They are always available to work with you and were a joy to work with. We couldn't have asked for anywhere better to have our Outer Banks wedding.
Meg D.
Meg Sent on 07/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Romantic, rustic, family oriented - we could not have picked a better venue

From the moment we came to visit in January 2018, we knew immediately that Sanctuary would be our venue and a very special place to us. Christine, the events manager, made us feel right at home and assured that we'd be working with a venue and a point of contact that really cares. Elton, the tasting room manager, walked us through tastings and we talked to him for a couple of hours that day. We met the owner John, and it just felt like we were a part of the family already.

We had both our ceremony and reception at Sanctuary -- a smaller wedding of 75 people. The ceremony was in the field in front of the vineyard, an incredibly picturesque location. The reception space is so romantic with the soft lighting and the wine barrels and tanks, it was everything I had pictured in my mind and more. The vineyard is a family owned farm - so it provided many different locations and scenes for photos.

Christine and John were awesome to work with - organized but also flexible, laid-back and willing to let us do pretty much whatever we want to do with the space. The space (both inside and outside) was so naturally beautiful- we didn't have to do a lot. The value for this venue is really amazing, it includes tables, chairs, linens, etc. There are no hidden fees or unexpected costs you get at other venues. We brought in our own beer and paid for the wine that was opened during the event. The wines were so good, we actually bought an additional 5 cases to give each of our guests a bottle in their welcome bags to take home with them.

We really felt like we were a part of the Sanctuary family and cannot thank them enough for making our day so special!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 10/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating

So simple, yet so beautiful!!!

Sanctuary Vineyards was the absolute perfect fit for my husband and I to have our wedding. It fit our personalities so perfectly from the rustic barrels and lights to the outside reception. Christine, Elton, and the rest of the staff made it so incredibly easy and stress free to plan a wedding from far away. Our wedding had the chance of being inside due to the weather and Christine was there for every step of the way assuring me it could easily be taken inside or set up outside in the drop of a hat. She had a beautiful arbor and doors that we used during the ceremony. I can't rave enough about how easy the process was with them! Gorgeous ceremony space and wonderful areas for pictures. Highly recommend the hayride given the ceremony is a good distance walking wise from the reception space. The tractor driver was phenomenal and accommodating when our photographer asked to stop for photo ops. I can't thank this venue enough for giving us the perfect space for our wedding!!!
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David Sent on 09/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
After searching for a vineyard that could offer what we needed/wanted for our wedding while also being close to the beach (to match our theme), Sanctuary Vineyards became the clear top choice for us. Christine, Elton, and the other staff were extremely kind and helpful- from always being available to answer any questions in the year of planning beforehand to helping us move the ceremony inside the day before (we originally wanted to have just the reception at the vineyard and do the ceremony on the beach, but cold weather forced us inside). The quality of the ceremony was not diminished (we were even able to move the cross that was going to be on the beach and set it up against the wine barrel backdrop), and they did an amazing job transitioning the space to a reception venue in a short amount of time. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and they made you feel like family throughout the whole process. I believe that all of our guests would agree that it is a fantastic place to have a wedding.
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Michele Sent on 07/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had such a blast hosting our wedding reception at Sanctuary Vineyards! We had some ideas about using the space in a way that was a little unconventional, and Christine was super receptive to us making it our own. We had around 180 guests, and were able to utilize the barrel room and the covered outdoor area in a way that didn't feel crammed at all. So many of our guests remarked about how unique the vibe of this venue is (and how good the wine was!). It's elegant without being uptight, and it's really not too far of a trek from where most of our family and friends were staying on the beach. It's was also incredibly helpful for some of the vendors to be able to set up the day before - our vendors remarked about how thankful they were for that bonus! Also love the fact that the space is owned and run by a family that's had deep roots in the area for generations - very rad history here! Thanks so much Sanctuary!
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Brooke Mayo Photography Brooke Mayo Photography Wedding Photographers

Sanctuary Vineyards is a gorgeous backdrop for your farm/winery inspired wedding, you have tons of choices for your photos, vineyards, silos, old trucks, wine barrels, wine tanks, miles of fields, dirt roads, barns.... the possibilities are endless!! John, Christine, Elton and the rest of the staff do such a great job coordinating your day and helping you choose your vendors and making sure your day runs smoothly. It's a one of a kind location on the Outer Banks!!!

Rev. Jay Bowman Rev. Jay Bowman Wedding Officiants

Sanctuary Vineyards is an incredibly beautiful wedding venue with owners who genuinely care how your big day goes. Customer care is huge, and you will find it with the Sanctuary Vineyard owners and staff. The beach is beautiful, but don't forget to have the vineyards on your radar as your making your venue choice. It's an amazing place.

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Sanctuary Vineyards frequently asked questions

Sanctuary Vineyards includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Sanctuary Vineyards for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Winery
Sanctuary Vineyards offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Sanctuary Vineyards offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Sanctuary Vineyards offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Sanctuary Vineyards offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Sanctuary Vineyards is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in value, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in professionalism.
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