Sampson's Hollow

Sampson's Hollow We are an outdoor wedding venue in the Great Smoky Mountains. Our event venue offers both indoor and They each have a heart for service.

Sampson's Hollow is a wedding venue that will provide a panoramic, peaceful location for any special event or gathering. And our wedding coordinators are some of the finest professionals in the wedding industry. Welcome to our beautiful outdoor wedding venue in the Great Smoky Mountains. Are you wedding venue hunting? ? You must be interested in wedding planning and in search of choices of unique

event venues. We are honored that you are taking some time to visit with us through our website. Tennessee weddings, specifically East Tennessee weddings, are growing in demand largely due to the beauty of the landscape. Are you looking for wedding inspiration? Perhaps you have a wedding theme in mind and are interested in a romantic woodland wedding or you just love the outdoors and want to be in the middle of wildflowers. Do you love vintage or inspired by the continued trend of farmhouse themes? Are you interested in marrying on a mountain? We are a mountain wedding venue sitting in a lovely hollow between two panoramic mountain landscapes. Very accessible to most major attractions and activities in the area. World renown Blackberry Farm is our next-door neighbor. How is Sampson’s Hollow unique among the numerous wedding event venues in East Tennessee? Collectively, our family and staff have worked together since 2005 to create exceptional services and options for our bride and groom. That is how long we have been doing what we do. In almost 16 years, our venue has served as the choice for over 700 events, the majority of which were weddings or receptions. Our team of professionals has the experience, energy, and enthusiasm for what we do. For us, it is not just a job. Everything we do for our clients reflects the southern hospitality we learned from our southern ancestors. We sincerely care about our brides and grooms. We care about the experience from your guests’ point of view and will infuse hospitality in everything we do for your wedding day. Our courteous, experienced coordinators want to help you build a package that will be perfect for your very own happily-ever-after. We will curate the services and vendors for you, relieving you of stress and anxiety, while maintaining the brides’ unique style and inspiration. Sampson’s Hollow offers several options for an outdoor ceremony as well as a covered backup plan in the event of bad weather. Please spend some time browsing through our website. Whether you are interested in a more private, intimate outdoor elopement for just the bride and groom, or perhaps a mini-mony that allows a few more guests in attendance. Micro weddings are trending, and we offer two different more inclusive micro wedding packages, including a day of wedding coordinator, catering services of a DJ, the wedding cake and so much more at a more value-added price. Wedding photography can be added to any package. We specialize in wedding ceremonies and receptions for up to 150 guests. The Great Smoky Mountains have long been recognized as the number one most visited park in the nation. Recently, Trip Advisor has recognized Gatlinburg, Tennessee as the most trending travel destination in the United States. This area of Appalachia is rich in historical and cultural significance. Sampson’s Hollow is an event venue that is gently kissed by the romantic mist of the Great Smoky Mountains. Shaconage, meaning “place of the blue smoke.” is the name given to the mystical mist by the Cherokee Mountains. It is a region of beautiful views, diverse people, and deeply meaningful history. Do you think this would be a lovely place to begin your once upon a time and happily ever after? C

Please call us at 865.803.7075 or 865.387.1234 to customize a package just for you!

07/24/2024
Our last wedding at Sampson’s Hollow. Lesley was the coordinator and the twins, Gray and Kayden Jay, wanted to be there ...
07/22/2024

Our last wedding at Sampson’s Hollow. Lesley was the coordinator and the twins, Gray and Kayden Jay, wanted to be there for the final event. Josh would be proud of how they take care of their momma.

07/17/2024
New shirts in my Etsy Shop!
06/24/2024

New shirts in my Etsy Shop!

Wedding weekend. Sorry to haven’t been personally posting. May was pretty busy. Last wedding before retiring and closing...
06/21/2024

Wedding weekend. Sorry to haven’t been personally posting. May was pretty busy. Last wedding before retiring and closing will be July 20.

These are absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing.
06/03/2024

These are absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing.

One of our very own got married at Sampson’s Hollow today. Krista Neeley is officially Krista Turner. Congratulations Ke...
05/27/2024

One of our very own got married at Sampson’s Hollow today. Krista Neeley is officially Krista Turner. Congratulations Kevan and Krista! I’ve been waiting for this one for a while now. Krista started working for us about ten years ago and always said she was getting married on the farm. She just had to wait for the right guy. I think she did! The Livingston’s love you both. Congratulations!

Does anyone collect this type of glassware? I acquired many of them from my mom and thrift stores. My “vision” was to us...
04/26/2024

Does anyone collect this type of glassware? I acquired many of them from my mom and thrift stores. My “vision” was to use them to do either shrimp cocktail or parfaits for get togethers. I am now trying to purge. I have at least 3 dz in various sizes. I think mismatched table settings are interesting. I’ll sell them at a low price.

I can’t wait to see more photos from one of our favorite photographers.
04/24/2024

I can’t wait to see more photos from one of our favorite photographers.

Travis and Amanda are the sweetest and their wedding was an absolute blast and perfect day!
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Venue: Sampson's Hollow
Coordinator: Debby Ingle
Dress: Vow'd Weddings
Suit: Belk
Officiant: John Reese
Florist: Krista Kay Creations + Co.















It’s a beautiful day in the Smoky Mountains! The plan today is to put bedding flowers out. I know we have a couple more ...
04/15/2024

It’s a beautiful day in the Smoky Mountains! The plan today is to put bedding flowers out. I know we have a couple more “winters” in East Tennessee, but we will cross that bridge when it comes.🙃 Have a blessed week from our family and staff to you and yours. 🔆🥰🦋

I have no idea how Jubal got on the stool or what she’s looking for.
04/11/2024

I have no idea how Jubal got on the stool or what she’s looking for.

One of our own is getting married! Krista has been with Sampson’s Hollow for the better part of 10 years. She grew quick...
04/08/2024

One of our own is getting married! Krista has been with Sampson’s Hollow for the better part of 10 years. She grew quickly with us and now has her own thriving Floral Event business at KrisKay Creations. Krista is marrying her long time beau, Kevan Turner, in May. Our family couldn’t be any more excited for her and for us to host her wedding. It seems fitting for Krista to be getting married in Sarah’s Glen in our last season. What a perfect bridal shower her friends and family gave her. Friends and staff at Blackberry where she works on the floral design team contributed as well to the overall design. I personally loved the vintage look of blue and white Williamsburg paired with blue hydrangeas. Just stunning! The beautiful cupcake featured in my photo is by Allison Makes Cakes. It was almost too pretty to eat —but I did and it was delicious. I want that for my 70th birthday! Catering by KC provided yummy tea party themed foods. Debby Ingle and Lesley Livingston assisted in staging the Storehouse event area. Olivia Extine, best friend and maid of honor, pulled it all together.

We need to make the venue available for more tea parties and wedding showers! Congratulations Krista and Kevan

It's Dogwood Winter in East Tennessee and pretty chilly this Thursday afternoon. April kicks off a busy Spring month. Th...
04/04/2024

It's Dogwood Winter in East Tennessee and pretty chilly this Thursday afternoon. April kicks off a busy Spring month. The grass is turning greener and little purple johnny-jump-up flowers and yellow field flowers are coming up in the pasture. New wildflower seeds were sown last weekend. We ought to see blooms coming up from the meadow, from existing plantings. I'll be anticipating color in the wildflower fields in late May, but definitely in June (depending on the weather).

Every Saturday in May is booked, but Memorial Day Monday is still available. Looking at June and July, we still have availability on weekends. And, because this will be our last wedding season (we are retiring), our coordinators are ready to offer some amazing bonuses with select packages and final season pricing for unbooked dates.

For more information and to schedule a tour, please contact Lesley at 865.803.7075, or email us at [email protected]. Stay warm!

Happy Easter from the family and staff of Sampson’s Hollow in Walland, Tennessee!
03/31/2024

Happy Easter from the family and staff of Sampson’s Hollow in Walland, Tennessee!

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1335 W Millers Cove Road
Walland, TN
37886

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Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 12am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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It’s been a perfect day for a wedding on the farm. Pleasant temperatures with a light breeze. The grass on the rolling hills is so lush and green. On days like today, as I drive in to the farm, that Sampson’s Hollow infuses my spirit. You have to experience it to understand that feeling. Available dates in June and July with special prices. New bookings only. #intimateweddingvenue #smokymountainwedding #farmweddingvenue #brideandgroomtobe #summerweddingideas #elopementceremony #gatlinburgtn #lastseason @sampsonshollowweddingevents

June and July dates available! Wildflowers will be blooming. Select packages for new bookings are $700 off or bonus hours added! Contact us @[email protected] #intimateweddingvenue #smokymountainsnationalpark #smokymountainwedding #farmweddingvenue #countryweddings #lastminutewedding #brideandgroomtobe @sampsonshollowweddingevents

Imagine your wedding day. Panoramic view of the Smoky Mountains. Far removed from the sounds of intrusive traffic. Peacefully located in a meadow of lush green grass and local wildflowers. Mountain air. Nature in all its beauty. You can find all that here, at Sampson’s Hollow. For available dates through July 2024, contact us to inquire about $500 off select packages.🌿❤️🔆 #weddingvenue #easttnwedding #intimateweddingvenue #tennesseeweddings #outdoorweddings #smokymountainwedding #smokymountainweddingvenue #smokymountainelopement #weddingpackages #weddingvenuehunting #gatlinburgtennessee #destinationbride #weddingvenuenearme #brideandgroomtobe #elopementwedding #elopetothesmokies @sampsonshollowweddingevents

Happy Easter Sunday from our family to you! What a beautiful day that our Lord has made. Isaiah 53. 🌸🔆♥️#eastersunday #hesalive #ressurectionsunday

I absolutely love the red wedding gown our bride chose. She reminds me of Amy Adams in the Disney movie, Enchanted. And—the wedding was enchanted! Despite the torrential rainfall, everyone had a wonderful time and didn’t let the weather deter them from celebrating. Farrah’s Photography found some gorgeous shots in spite of the rain. We have learned that you just have to Embrace what comes. Farrah was also incredible as the wedding coordinator. Thank you sharing the stunning photos. ❤️🌦️🌲#intimateweddings #intimateweddingvenue #smokymountainweddings #greatsmokymountainsnationalpark #lastminutewedding #outdoorweddingvenue #brideandgroomtobe #winterwedding #summerweddings #lastweddingseason #countryweddings #farmweddingvenue #easttnwedding #knoxvillewedding #gatlinburgtennessee #christianweddings @sampsonshollowweddingevents @farrahsphotography

It’s wedding day at Sampson’s Hollow. This has been busy February and we love it! Each weekend has brought with it some type of winter weather. Pouring rain, cold temps and today—potential winds with chilly digits. Our wedding pros will be zigging when the planned details might zag. It’s gonna be a great day for Courtney and Dylan. I’ll tell their story later! 😍♥️❄️intimatewedding #weddingvenue #smokymountainstennessee #allinclusiveweddingpackages #weddingvenue #cottagechristmas #easttennesseemountains #gatlinburgtennessee #elopementwedding #elope weddingvenuenearpigeonforge #destinationweddingplanning #weddingplanningbegins #brideandgroomtobe #rusticweddingvenue #smokymoutainweddingvenue #woodlandweddingvenue #farmwedding #weddingvenuenearme #weddingpackages #smokymountainwedding #outdoorweddings #weddingvenuehunting @sampsonshollowweddingevents

Hello November! Check out my newest designs on my Etsy shop. If you haven’t yet, please like and follow. It helps to show Etsy people are checking out my stuff! Here’s a link for 20% off. Everything made in USA. https://crazyepiclovedesigns.etsy.com?coupon=SAVE20

Happy, happy birthday to Hazel Jane and Sawyer Jacob Livingston. You are 9 years old! I remember when your dad called in a panic and said “mom, are you sure you are going to retire—we are gonna need help.” Actually, your mom and dad didn’t need help—they had everything under control. Great White and I love you both to pieces and bunches and we hope to see you soon! Happy birthday!

New designs in my shop with a great sale! I can also customize designs. I don’t know how to use AI so all my own crazy creative efforts. https://crazyepiclovedesigns.etsy.com

Fall in the most visited park in the nation. Not only are leaves and textures at their peak in an explosion of color, wedding venues in the Smoky Mountains are in high demand in October and November. Sampson’s Hollow currently has last minute availability for a few peak days during weekdays and Sundays in October, as well as a couple of weekend dates in November. We would be honored to host elopements, micro-weddings and intimate weddings in this gorgeous season of the year. Contact us at [email protected] to book a tour or site-unseen! Visit us at sampsonshollow.com. Experience the luxury of Sampson’s Hollow in beautiful East Tennessee. #weddingvenuehunting #intimateevents #outdoorweddingvenue #countryweddingvenue #fallweddinginspiration #greatsmokymountainsnationalpark #smokymountainwedding #smokymountainweddingvenue #brideandgroomtobe #peakfallcolors #novemberweddings #woodlandweddings #gardenweddingvenue #fallweddingseason #weddingpackages #elopementwedding #tinyweddings #farmwedding #livingstontableof18 @sampsonshollowweddingevents

It’s Wedding Day at the farm. Beautiful day and we never know what visitors may surprise us. We prefer deer over bears! #weddingdayready #fallweddingseason #septemberweddings #intimateweddingvenue #smokymountainweddings #greatsmokymountainsnationalpark #farmweddingvenue #countryweddingvenue #outdoorweddingvenue #gatlinburgtennessee #townsendtennessee #brideandgroomtobe #rusticchicwedding #weddingpackages #elopementweddingplanner #livingstontableof18 @sampsonshollowweddingevents

Just a reminder to those brides-to-be who attended our open house—September 4 is the last day to apply the $500 bonus (on select packages) for weddings from joe until the end of March, 2024! New bookings only. Contact us at 865.803.7075 to book your date. And—-Saturday, October 14 is still available. 💍💫🫶🏽#weddingvenue #weddingplanning #weddingpackages #lastminutewedding #availableweddingdates #tinyweddings #intimateweddingvenue #octoberwedding #tennesseeweddings#outdoorweddingvenue #farmhouseinspired #knoxvilleweddings #smokymountainweddings #smokymountainsweddingvenue #brideandgroom #elope #outdoorweddingvenue #weddingvenuehunting #weddingideas @sampsonshollowweddingevents

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Sampson's Hollow is an event facility that will provide the storybook location for any special event or gathering. The naturally landscaped farmland has been in the family for over 130 years. The rural, yet graceful environment has history filled with lore and legends of the Appalachian heritage of the area. The property provides the brides with many options of beautiful locations at which to hold a wedding ceremony. The farm is peaceful and tranquil, with only the sounds of nature to enhance your special day. Looking for a destination wedding in the Great Smoky Mountains? Sampson's Hollow farm is ideal for the couple looking to marry near Cades Cove in Townsend, Tennessee. Cades Cove is one of the most popular destinations within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park located on the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies." Sampson's Hollow offers the best of scenic views, wildflower meadows and rolling pastures for a beautiful wedding, natural photographs,and lasting memories of your wedding near Cades Cove. Features of the property include a primitive-chic barn with warm hardwood flooring, walls and ceiling, central heat and air as well as: * Combining the front and side porch and the interior great room will provide seated space for approximately 30 – 150 guests, depending on size of tables and arrangement of space. Three barn doors open up the facility and the grounds surrounding the barn can provide ample room to seat additional guests.

Several locations to choose from for your ceremony, depending on the size of your guest list and the season of the year. Sarah’s Glen is in the middle of a cathedral of trees and woodland. The ceremony site features a center wooden arbor with two vintage wooden doors, on each side. There are rustic smaller arbors on the left and right. A stacked stone set of stairs allows the bride to be presented at the top before descending and walking toward her groom. The filtered sunlight in more humid months provides for a slight decrease in the temperature while still enjoying the beauty of the outside.

The Pergola in the Meadow offers a panoramic view of the mountains on three sides, with blooming wildflowers in season. The pergola is a buttermilk white wooden structure and can be decorated by your choice of florist or with fresh greenery and white draping that is provided with every package. The center of the pergola features a crystal chandelier.

Every bride fears bad weather, whether it be rain, sleet, snow or intense heat. Our stunning covered front porch allows our brides to have a back-up plan in case of in-climate weather without sacrificing her first desire in having an outdoor wedding -- the mountains and meadows serve as the background for the ceremony. * A half-loft on the second floor can be used as needed for the bridal party to get ready with a beautiful stairwell from which the bride can toss her bouquet. As the sun goes down, guests will enjoy sitting around the outdoor fire pit at the edge of the barn, swaying on the swings and relaxing in the crisp mountain air. * One bedroom cabin designed with romance in mind, embellished with antiques and collectibles. Exceptional amenities include whirlpool tub, an old-fashioned claw foot tub, welcome basket, walk-in shower, and a four-poster queen size bed with a complementary rose-petal turn-down upon request of the guest.

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