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Alda's Magnolia Hill

outdoor venue for weddings and receptions

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5110 Stagecoach Road Little Rock, AR 72204

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Description: Alda's Magnolia Hill A historic landmark now becomes a romantic venue for weddings, and a memorable setting for receptions. A 31 acre estate in the heart of Little Rock features a private lake, wooded trails, pool, brides room, groom quarters and complete outdoor kitchen. Right in the heart of Little Rock, a countryside retreat is ready to take your breath away. The Dr. Morgan Smith Estate, known as Magnolia Hill sits on 31 acres of secluded countryside that includes a three acre lake, rolling lawns, hundred year old oak trees, magnolia trees, fountains, ducks, geese and the most modern conveniences. The Dr. Morgan Smith estate was built in 1918, and sits as a National Landmark of Historic Places. Two age-old Magnolia trees sit atop the hill that he planted. The estate has grown to be called Magnolia Hill. Today, the warmth of this home is a most convenient place for your wedding and /or reception. A hand-laid stone ceremony area at the water's edge is topped with a stone altar for the waterside ceremony. A White Dove Release is included to end the ceremony. If desired,Magnolia Hill offers their horse and carriage on the grounds and around the lake as part of the ceremony. The reception area atop the hill features a covered breezeway for dancing the night away amid the twinkle lights in the trees. All the seating is furnished. The couple leaves the reception in our 1938 antique Pacard car amid fireworks down the driveway. Please make an appointment for viewing the estate and discussing availability. Several pricing packages available or we can customize your own. From a private ceremony of 10 guests or 500. " Horse & Wedding Carriage " White Dove Release " Fireworks package " Props included- Chandelier, lanterns, signage, chalkboards, vintage decor " Cememony music furnished " 1938 Packard car for "Elegant Exit" " Covered Reception area (Additional area Opening Summer 2012- The Big Red Barn Ballroom) " Bench style seating for ceremony included " Tables and chairs included for reception " On site officiant " Private Stocked Lake " Wooded walking trails " Fountains & Pool " Dancing area " Ambience lighting " Plenty of Parking 300 + " Full Outdoor Kitchen " Brides dressing room " Grooms quarters w pool table & big screen T.V. " Canoe & Paddle boat " Bonfire area by the lake " Event Management " Day of Wedding Director " Personalized Wedding Planning and Coordination " 31 acres - unlimited parking Thank you for your interest in historic and romantic, Magnolia Hill. You will find attached some pictures to see the color on our lakeside setting. We have a new stone ceremony area and stone altar right at the waters edge. Unique to our Southern setting is our own horse and wedding carriage to "present" the bride as guests watch from across the lake. Our Grand Swing is for a unique bridal portrait. At night, the trees are full of twinkle lights for a most romantic setting. Dance the night away on our covered breezeway atop the hill. The groom dresses in the Grooms Quarters, with pool table and big screen TV. The Brides Dressing Room boasts a beautiful triple antique mirror, perfect for photographs. The room overlooks the lake with a wood burning fireplace. For the end of your ceremony, a White Dove Release is available, and to end the night we have a spectacular Fireworks Display Package available. If you need, we can supply you with just the venue or full service catering, floral service , wedding cake, clergy, and our own horse and carriage...whatever suits your needs. A deposit of half of the venue, holds your date.Call for an appointment to visit so we can supply a beautiful lakeside setting and all your needs for your special day!
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Categories: Wedding Venue
Frequently Asked Questions for Wedding Venue
What service does your venue provide? Ceremony, Reception
What settings does your venue provide? Outdoor - Covered, Outdoor - Not Covered
Describe your venue: Historic Site, Manor Home, Rustic (Farm/Field)
What religious affiliations does your venue serve Christian (no denomination), Christian - Anglican, Christian - Baptist, Christian - Catholic, Christian - Episcopalian, Christian - Lutheran, Christian - Methodist, Christian - Orthodox, Christian - Presbyterian, Evangelical
Do you have onsite catering? Yes
What types of cuisine does your venue specialize in? Southern
Do you allow outside catering? No
Do you offer an on-site wedding consultant? Yes
Do you have a liquor license? No
Do you offer valet parking? Yes
Is there handicap access? Yes
Do you have liability insurance? Yes
Do you have a site fee? Yes
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture? Right on the water our stone altar features a lead crystal chandelier. Seating is included for the ceremony. Completely private estate right in the city. A WHite Dove release, horse and carriage are both perfect for this historical venue.
How does your venue determine the cost of the space? The venue is rented by the day.
Do you offer any special services? Horse and Carriage to present the bride. The groom may come to the altar by canoe if so desired. A white dove release is included. Covered reception area overlooks the lake. Professional grade FIREWORKS Display optional.
Do you offer any special packages for rehearsal dinners? We offer a full rehearsal complete with horse and carriage...no dinner.
Do you offer additional items for the ceremony? White Dove release.
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors? yes. We use Catering Creations exclusively, and Central Arkansas Entertainment exclusive for DJ services.
Do you require the client to use your musicians? If you do not require this, is that an additional fee to bring in one's own musicians? If a stage is required, we can provide with a $200 set up fee.
Do you have any special side rooms that can be rented out for the occasion? The rooms are included with the venue rental. Brides dressing room, and Grooms quarters.
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired? Yes.
What restrictions (if any) on decorations? No artificial rose petals.
What restrictions (if any) on photography? none
What restrictions (if any) on videography? none
What restrictions (if any) on music? none
What restrictions (if any) on attire? none
What restrictions (if any) on noise levels? none
If your site is in a public location, is the client required to get any permits? For the professional Fireworks Display, we include the city permits, insurance and certified pyrotechnician.
Does your venue often accommodate more than one event at a time? NO
Do you offer security, if requested? yes
What is your dress code? as requested by bride.
Can you provide a coat check? yes
Describe your bathroom facilities: handicap accessible
Describe your parking facilities: plenty of free parking with golf cart available to shuttle guests.
What is the maximum capacity of your venue? 400

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