This list was created by USA’s whimsical wedding photographer, Suess Moments – who is obsessed with all the fairytale, romantic, and enchanting weddings at picture-perfect venues. Think Disney fairytale princess castles, romantic gardens, enchanted estates, and European chateaus. Any bride dreaming of feeling like royalty on their wedding day, getting married somewhere magical is their wish come true!
Hi! I am Miranda Suess, a wedding photographer in New Jersey known for my whimsical, creative, and candid wedding photography style. I love weddings and photographing romantic and fun couples on their wedding day at the most enchanting venues around the USA. I did my research online to discover which magical venues in the USA would meet the criteria of picture-perfect and share some of their accommodation details to help narrow your search in finding the most enchanted venue for your fairytale wedding! Let’s make your dreams come true. It all starts here!
The word enchanted to me means to have magical quality, charm and is captivating.
Picture perfect castle wedding venues in the USA
UTAH
The Wadley Farms Castle offers the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern-day elegance, surrounded by vineyards and gardens.
VIRGINIA
Dover Hall is a turn-key, English Tudor Castle-inspired wedding venue—the exceptionally grand property in Goochland County’s equestrian country. Boasting an atmosphere of serenity and stillness only found in the most magical locations, Dover Hall has spacious getting-ready suites, an in-house culinary program, and picturesque indoor and outdoor areas.
NEW YORK
With sweeping views of the Hudson River, the Palisades, the Tappan Zee Bridge, and a picturesque landscape, Lyndhurst castle/mansion seems a world away yet is conveniently located in Tarrytown, NY.
NEW JERSEY
The Skylands Manor castle estate offers romance and glamour for weddings reminiscent of those found in fairy tales. Explore 100 acres of formal botanical gardens within the 1,000 acres of natural woodlands that make up the Skylands in Ringwood, NJ. Rolling lawns, verandas, and stone terraces provide the perfect ambiance for any wedding day.
NEW YORK
One of New York’s most affordable castles to have your fairytale wedding dreams come true.
NEW YORK
A stunning, enchanting, luxurious castle in Long Island, New York. It’s a castle with manicured lawns, gardens, and luxurious ballrooms and suites. It’s sure to impress any guest attending your wedding. Remember the Blank Space music video by Taylor Swift, or scenes from HBO’s Succession – Oheka castle is one of the top enchanted castle wedding venues in New York.
ARIZONA
The Ashley Castle is surrounded by enchanted gardens, dancing water fountains, and an ornate gazebo creating a magical backdrop for your wedding.
TEXAS
This castle mansion is a couple’s dream fairytale wedding venue
Straight out of a fairytale, wedding venues with European-inspired architecture and manicured gardens for a dream wedding with an enchanted touch of elegance.
NEW JERSEY
The Ashford Estate is a well-hidden treasure for brides looking for country chateau-inspired estate elegance and sophistication. The Ashford has been brilliantly designed on over 30 park-like acres of sculpted property, complete with sparkling fountains, a floating gazebo, stone ruins, garden arbors, and sprawling views. In addition to the natural beauty of its grounds,
PENNSYLVANIA
The overall effect is that of a majestic French chateau that is a spectacular setting available for weddings. The Cairnwood estate consists of a Main House, an adjacent courtyard, a Garden House, and a formal garden. The entrance gate and Carriage House are just a few feet from Huntingdon Pike. In 1895, a stable, greenhouses, a pergola, three terraced gardens, and access to many acres of farmland surrounded by woodlands completed the idyllic country home. This is a truly magical wedding venue in Pennsylvania.
GEORGIA
An ideal location for couples planning a whimsical wedding is Atlanta, Georgia.
NEW JERSEY
This elegant wedding venue allows visitors to enter the pages of a classic enchanted French Novel by embracing the architecture of the time and capturing the essence of romance.
TEXAS
An enchanted royal experience at the Venetian-inspired Chateau Cocomar
NEW JERSEY
You stand in a beautiful meadow with picturesque centuries-old trees, streams, ponds, and gently curving walking paths and bridges all around—in the background, a grand French chateau stands, with all the fine historical details as though out of an enchanted storybook.
CALIFORNIA
Whether you are an adult or child, we hope you let your imagination run wild while exploring the Fantasy Cottage, The Alice & Wonderland Table, or playing chess in the medieval Garden. While it may have created with one idea in mind, many of their visitors see Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Disney-like fairytales, or anything in-between. As you’ll find in all gardens here, there may be something that wasn’t there before each time you visit.
TEXAS
French-inspired luxury wedding venue, Hillside Estate, is nestled among rolling hills with scenic views of the valley and lake.
MINNESOTA
At Vandusen Mansion, its this unique ethereal property will delight your guests with its beautifully restored period rooms. Upon first impression, your guests will know this will be a whimsical and romantic night to remember.
FLORIDA
Plan your elegant, whimsical, picture-perfect wedding at the Addison in Florida. The 100-year-old banyan trees provide the ideal backdrop for those romantic weddings.
NEW JERSEY
Step into glamour and elegance at the Park Savoy in New Jersey, and choose from a chapel or garden wedding ceremony. This will be a place for an unforgettable luxurious wedding experience.
HAWAII
“Castle in the Jungle”, Haiku Mill, has lush, green flora, stunning restored ruins, and Old World European charm. Haiku Mill offers a spectacular backdrop to celebrate your secret garden fantasy wedding.
NEW JERSEY
Our original Venetian venue, built in the 1920s, has been reimagined into an industrial-chic space with exposed brick, steel, and concrete finishings—the perfect fit for a modern-day romantic couple. The new venue comfortably accommodates 60 to 150 guests, along with an indoor/outdoor ceremony area, lounge, loggia, terrace, and private suites for the wedding party.
NEW YORK
The Foundry is a magical blank canvas for you to imagine, dream, and create your dream fairytale wedding at. A unique ivy-covered and plant-filled courtyard with views of the Queensboro Bridge, NYC.
NEW JERSEY
A blend of rustic elegance with luxurious features for an enchanted and romantic wedding experience.
PUERTO RICO
There is no place more romantic than our Garden to begin your life’s journey with your soul mate. This Spanish Colonial estate overlooks the Central Mountain Range, is high enough to see the North Coast, and is firmly planted in some of Puerto Rico’s most lush natural flora. With a complete horse ranch in operation, this wedding retreat has breathtaking views and a distinctly vibrant spirit. Couples looking to host an unforgettable celebration alongside their loved ones will find an exciting option in this charming rainforest setting.
NORTH CAROLINA
Whether you’re planning an extravagant affair or a more intimate, enchanting gathering, your dream wedding destination is awaiting you at River Forest Manor & Marina in Belhaven, North Carolina.
NORTH CAROLINA
Experience your dream wedding in privacy, not on a crowded beach with unwanted guests ~ here at Neuse Breeze; you can have it all in style, with Water front, a private beach, overnight accommodations, and seclusion, yet just a short drive to everything. Don’t just have a wedding, have a memorable weekend experience, that you and your guests will remember for the rest of your life.
OKLAHOMA
The Dresser mansion was built in 1919 in the Italian Renaissance style with lush Tuscan Gardens. We still hold the Dresser Mansion to the standard that Mrs. Dresser built the estate as a beautiful and welcoming home to host any event, from a small family gathering to a large gala. Host your dream wedding here!
CALIFORNIA
Nestled under ancient oak and sycamore trees, this open-air theater with a marble ceremonial stage is a spectacular place to say, “I do.” The white stucco, the blue and white hand-painted tiles, the murals from Portugal, and the botanical gardens that surround the large patios help set the mood for a truly enchanting experience.
FLORIDA
Cuban design influences nearly every inch of the property. Villa Woodbine is an ideal place for a wedding. Just one look around our grounds and the magic and romance of the mansion become clear.
PENNSYLVANIA
Elkins Estate is THE USA wedding venue for an elegant castle-like fairytale experience. Take a tour, and you will understand why it’s every couples fantasy to have their wedding here.
Are you a couple planning a New Jersey wedding? Check this blog out: the top NJ venues with bridal suites.
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