Since its earliest beginnings as a private garden, Airlie’s picturesque grounds have attracted guests for lavish parties and extravagant entertaining. Conveniently located near Wrightsville Beach, Airlie has remained a coastal oasis known for its formal gardens, seasonal blooms, live oaks and historic structures.
Photo by Trinity Tolbert Photography
Site tours and walkthroughs are by appointment only. For memorial services and other private events, please contact for pricing.
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Oak Lawn
Ceremony Location
Draped in Spanish moss and resurrection fern, our 500-year-old southern live oak is the focal point of our Oak Lawn.
Photo by George Creatives
Bradley Creek Lawn
Ceremony or Reception Location
Overlooking Bradley Creek, the Bradley Creek Lawn creates the perfect atmosphere and water view for any ceremony or tented event. The lawn provides plenty of space for dining, entertainment and lawn games.
Photo by George Creatives
Pergola Garden
Ceremony Location
The Pergola Garden is our most popular formal garden for ceremonies and photos. Full of seasonal blooms, the natural aisle leads to an extraordinary backdrop of our pergola structure and fountain.
Photo by Hayley Moore Photography
Minnie Evans Bottle Chapel
Ceremony or Reception Location
Our Bottle Chapel Lawn features a beautiful sculpture of colored bottles celebrating the spirit of Minnie Evans. Used only for smaller events, this lawn offers a more intimate spot for up to 150 guests.
Photo by The Axtells: Photography and Films
Elopements
For smaller groups with less than 10 guests, we allow couples to exchange vows and take pictures for $250/hour.
- Available year-round with a reservation
- Maximum of 10 guests
- No rentals or decorations are permitted
- No vendors other than an officiant and photographer are permitted
Photo by The Joyner Company
