About
On WeddingWire since 2018
Located in Fort Mill, South Carolina, The Belle Crane Inn is an immaculately preserved home place that serves as an elegant venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. The Belle Crane specializes in all-inclusive wedding packages that provide this beautiful venue as well as full wedding direction, food, bar, music, and floral; all for an unprecedented value.
The staff and ownership at The Belle Crane are dedicated to providing an incredibly elegant environment for your friends and family while still allowing them to feel like they are at home. We take care of every detail and provide a seamless experience so that you can enjoy your guests and truly be present for this special day.
Services & Amenities
Our all-inclusive wedding packages vary in price largely depending on your guest numbers and the choices you make with respect to food, beverage, and florals. These packages typically include the following services and amenities:
- All planning, coordination, and direction for the ceremony and reception
- Day-of assistant and access to wedding planner in the weeks/months prior to event
- This individual partners with you to make all choices and solidify details
- Directed rehearsal practice the evening before the wedding
- 15 member staff to attend to your guests throughout the event
- Provision for bride and bridesmaids to dress two hours prior to event in bridal suite (hair & makeup is done off-site prior to arrival)
- Early photo session for bride and bridesmaids
- 6-passenger luxury electric golf carts to transport your guests from lower parking
- On-site parking for bridesmaids, parents, grandparents, and handicapped
- Drivers and parking attendants who are present for entire event
- Hostess who greets and orients guests as they enter the wedding venue
- Full access to immaculate two-acre estate, including Charleston-bricked courtyard and 6,500 square foot home with wrap-around screen porches
- Grounds include pristine landscaping with 30-year-old magnolias, bordered by enormous holly hedgerows
- 3000 square foot white ceremonial tent sits among magnolias on hard scape
- Tent includes black & white dance floor, piqued spires, chandeliers, and cafe lighting
- Charleston-bricked courtyard is available for cocktails and outside bar
- Access to open deck and flowing screen porches with rocking chairs for guests
- Floral package to include centerpieces for dining tables, registry table, gift table, and ceremony arbor decor
- Floral also includes bridal bouquet, bridesmaids’ bouquets, groom/groomsmen boutonnieres, and corsages for mothers and grandmothers
- DJ & Master of Ceremonies for entire event (ceremony & reception)
- Dinner meal to include 2 meats, 2 sides, bread, and beverage
- Menu options include sirloin strips with portobello mushrooms, grilled chicken, shrimp & grits, street tacos, pasta stations, local barbecue, and much more
- Dinner also includes dessert station, real china, glassware, and servers for the evening
- Tasting scheduled with catering partner to narrow menu options
- Bar package to include beer, wine, bartenders, and full wooden bar
- Bottle of champagne for bride and groom toast
- 3 passed hors d’oeuvres at cocktail hour between ceremony and reception
- Formal padded dining chairs, dining tables, buffet tables, registry table, gift table, and sweetheart table (all with floor-length linens)
- Plush 4-stall upscale portable restrooms in addition to 3 powder rooms within the Belle Crane to accommodate your guests
- Coordinated sparkler send-away if requested
- Classic / vintage car for exit and photos available upon request
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Reviews of The Belle Crane Inn
Review summary
The Belle Crane Inn is highly praised by reviewers for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Southern charm, and beautiful grounds. Mrs. Barber and her team receive accolades for their exceptional organization, flexibility, and professionalism. Despite potential challenges like inclement weather, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a flawless and memorable wedding experience. The venue's personalized service, attention to detail, and overall level of care make it a top choice for couples seeking a classy, intimate, and well-organized wedding venue.
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