01 Sep Nashville Elopement Packages: What to Look for and What’s Included

Eloping gives couples the opportunity to focus on what matters most: getting married and enjoying the experience together. But choosing a smaller wedding does not mean you have to give up a beautiful venue, thoughtful details, or having your closest family and friends there to celebrate.

That is where Nashville elopement packages can make planning easier.

The right package can provide the venue, ceremony setup, coordination, and other essentials while keeping your wedding simple and personal. If you are considering an elopement in the Nashville area, here is what to look for in a package—and what couples can expect when choosing Southall Meadows.

What Is an Elopement Package?

An elopement package brings together some of the essential elements needed for a small wedding ceremony.

Exactly what is included will vary from one venue to another. Some provide little more than the ceremony space, while others include coordination, seating, getting-ready spaces, music, planning resources, and additional services.

Before comparing prices, look carefully at what each package provides. A slightly higher venue price may include things you would otherwise need to rent or arrange separately.

Couples looking for an intimate celebration near Nashville can explore the Southall Meadows Elopement Package in Franklin, Tennessee.

What Should You Look for in Nashville Elopement Packages?

A good elopement package should make your wedding easier to plan without taking away the parts that make the day personal to you.

Here are some of the most important things to consider.

1. A Private Venue for Your Ceremony

Start with the setting.

An elopement may be smaller than a traditional wedding, but your ceremony location can still make the day feel special.

Think about whether you prefer an urban Nashville setting or something quieter outside the city. A countryside venue can provide more privacy, natural scenery, and room to enjoy the occasion with your closest guests.

Southall Meadows is located in Franklin, offering couples a peaceful Middle Tennessee setting within reach of Nashville. You can explore the spaces at Southall Meadows to see more of the property.

2. Enough Time to Enjoy the Experience

Check how long your package gives you access to the venue.

You want enough time to get ready, hold your ceremony, take photos, and enjoy the experience without feeling as though you need to rush from one moment to the next.

The Southall Meadows Elopement Package includes exclusive use of the venue for two hours.

The package is available Monday through Thursday, anytime between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

3. Private Getting-Ready Spaces

Getting ready can be one of the most memorable parts of the wedding day.

Rather than arriving at the venue already dressed, having private suites gives you a dedicated place to prepare and spend a little time before the ceremony begins.

The Southall Meadows Elopement Package includes two luxurious dressing rooms for the couple.

4. Ceremony Coordination

Even a small wedding has details that need to come together at the right time.

Having someone there to coordinate the ceremony means you can focus on getting married rather than worrying about where everyone needs to stand or what should happen next.

A ceremony coordinator is included with the Southall Meadows Elopement Package.

Couples also receive one planning meeting prior to their wedding date, giving them an opportunity to work through the ceremony details ahead of time.

5. Ceremony Seating and Setup

If you plan to invite family members or close friends, check whether seating is already included.

Otherwise, chairs and setup may become another item you need to arrange separately.

At Southall Meadows, ceremony seating for up to 20 guests is included, along with setup for the ceremony.

This makes it possible to have an intimate wedding while still sharing the experience with the people closest to you.

You can find answers to other common planning questions in the Southall Meadows FAQs.

6. Processional and Recessional Music

Music helps set the tone for two of the biggest moments of the ceremony: walking in and walking back out together as a married couple.

The Southall Meadows package includes processional and recessional music, so these ceremony essentials are already accounted for.

Planning the Rest of Your Elopement

An elopement package does not necessarily need to choose every vendor for you.

In fact, some couples prefer having the venue and ceremony essentials handled while retaining the freedom to choose their own photographer, flowers, officiant, transportation, and other details.

Southall Meadows helps make that process easier with an Essential Elopement Planning Kit, which is included with the package.

The kit includes helpful planning resources such as “How to Plan Your Perfect Ceremony,” a to-do list, and recommendations for additional services you may need.

Resources and direct links can help couples find:

• Photographers
• Florists
• Officiants
• Accommodations
• Transportation
• Other elopement services

These services are not automatically included in the venue package. Instead, the planning kit gives you a starting point for finding the providers that fit your preferences and wedding plans.

For visual inspiration, take a look through the Southall Meadows photo gallery.

Can You Add a Cake Celebration?

Yes. Couples who want a little more time to celebrate after the ceremony can add Southall Meadows’ Cake Service.

The Cake Service Add-On is $450, tax included.

You bring the cake, and Southall Meadows provides the plates and other essentials for enjoying it with your guests.

The add-on includes:

• One additional hour
• Cake table
• Cake stand
• Cake server and knife
• Elegant water station
• Disposable cups, plates, cutlery, and napkins for up to 20 guests

This can be a nice way to add a traditional cake-cutting moment to an intimate wedding without turning your elopement into a full reception.

You can learn more about available Southall Meadows services when planning your celebration.

How Much Is the Southall Meadows Elopement Package?

The Southall Meadows Elopement Package is $1,800, including tax, plus a $500 refundable security deposit.

The package includes:

• Exclusive use of the venue for two hours
• Two luxurious dressing rooms
• Ceremony coordinator
• One planning meeting prior to the wedding date
• Ceremony seating for up to 20 guests
• Ceremony setup
• Processional and recessional music
• Essential Elopement Planning Kit

The package is available Monday through Thursday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Couples who would like additional time for cake can add the $450 Cake Service, which also includes tax.

Package details, pricing, and availability may change, so confirm current information with Southall Meadows when planning your date.

Why Consider an Elopement Near Nashville?

Nashville is a popular destination for weddings, but couples do not have to hold their ceremony in the middle of the city to enjoy everything the area has to offer.

Franklin provides a different experience. Couples can celebrate in the Middle Tennessee countryside while still being close enough to Nashville for accommodations, transportation, dining, and entertainment.

For couples or guests traveling to Tennessee, Visit Music City provides information about Nashville hotels, restaurants, attractions, and transportation.

Closer to the venue, Visit Franklin is a helpful resource for accommodations, restaurants, and things to do throughout Franklin and Williamson County.

Couples should also review current marriage license requirements before their ceremony. The Williamson County Clerk provides local marriage license information.

Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Elopement Package

Before booking, make sure you understand exactly what the venue provides and what you will arrange separately.

Consider asking:

• How many hours are included?
• How many guests can attend?
• Are chairs included?
• Who handles ceremony setup?
• Is a ceremony coordinator included?
• Do we have access to dressing suites?
• Is ceremony music provided?
• Is a planning meeting included?
• Do we choose our own photographer?
• Do we need to arrange our own florist and officiant?
• Does the venue provide vendor recommendations?
• Can we add additional time?
• Are cake or celebration options available?
• What deposit is required?
• Which days and times are available?

Getting these answers early makes it much easier to compare Nashville elopement packages based on what they actually provide rather than price alone.

Is an Elopement Package Right for You?

An elopement package can be a great fit for couples who want a smaller wedding with fewer moving parts.

You may prefer an elopement if you want to celebrate with a small guest list, spend less time managing wedding logistics, or simply create a more intimate experience.

It also does not mean giving up everything associated with a traditional wedding.

You can still get ready at the venue, walk down the aisle to music, exchange vows in front of the people closest to you, take beautiful photographs, and even cut a wedding cake afterward.

The difference is that the day is intentionally kept smaller and simpler.

Plan Your Elopement at Southall Meadows

When comparing Nashville elopement packages, look for an option that gives you the essentials you need while leaving room to make the wedding your own.

At Southall Meadows, the Elopement Package combines exclusive venue access, two dressing rooms, ceremony coordination, a planning meeting, seating and setup for up to 20 guests, processional and recessional music, and an Essential Elopement Planning Kit.

You then have the freedom to choose the photographer, florist, officiant, accommodations, transportation, and other services that fit your plans.

If that sounds like the kind of intimate wedding you have in mind, explore the Southall Meadows Elopement Package and start planning your celebration in Franklin, Tennessee.