The Upchurch Reviews

We had the most beautiful wedding at The Upchurch! Cara is a wonderful owner and it’s obvious that she puts a lot of time and effort into her venue. This is perfect venue for a gorgeous outdoor wedding & spring is perfect timing! Everything ran smoothly on our wedding day with Tara working, and she even got some beautiful behind the scenes moments of our wedding the bridal suite and groom suite are also both decorated so well & the perfect places for getting ready and photo opps!

Couldn't have been happier with this venue!! I hosted my wedding at The Upchurch last Fall, and the venue was literally PERFECT. My guests rave about the venue to this day! The venue itself is breathtaking and versatile with many beautiful places to take indoor and outdoor photos. Cara and Hannah worked so diligently to accommodate not only the needs of my wedding party but also my and my husband's needs while planning. The Upchurch also recommended exceptional vendors that helped make my wedding a dream come true as well. The Upchurch was our perfect wedding venue, and we're so appreciative of the staff there who helped make our wedding day truly wonderful!🩷

I had my wedding here on January 20th, 2024 and let me just say, The Upchurch was more than perfect. Cara and Hannah are the absolute sweetest women. My planner was, unfortunately, unable to make it to our wedding day and Hannah took over - everything went seamlessly. I could not have pictured a more perfect day. The house is so beautiful, the grounds are wonderfully well-kept, and the conservatory is the perfect ceremony and reception space. You could not pick a better venue than The Upchurch - they made our day so special!

Wow!!! We got married yesterday at The Upchurch and I couldn’t have asked for a better day! Cara and Hannah are truly amazing and kind people. They are very responsive and fun to work with. I have been to The Upchurch ever since it was under construction and I knew that when Cara’s vision came to life it would be beautiful! We had about 160 people and there was an ample amount of space in the dressing rooms, the lawn, downstairs in the main house and the conservatory! If I could do it all again I would be right back at this venue as it is truly beautiful and accommodating for any party size. Jake and I thank you for such an awesome time and helping us each day to make our wedding day perfect!

I recently had my wedding in Oct 2023 at the Upchurch and could not have been happier that I did! We had a big, multi day, multicultural wedding and it was difficult to find one venue that had everything that we needed (indoor, outdoor space for 130 people and 3 different events).

The venue itself is unique because of the history of modern but vintage vibe it has. Because of the different spaces, we were able to create a different feel for each of our unique events: 1) a hindu ceremony outdoors, 2) a welcome reception outdoors, 3) catholic ceremony indoors, 4) cocktail hour in the house, and 5) reception indoors. The possibilities are endless and I feel like we really maxed out the spaces they had available to us! The bridal suite was spacious and had everything we needed for 1 bride, 8 bridesmaids, and 2 moms - a speaker, stocked fridge, great lighting, outlets, and plenty of space. The guys room was also great (albeit smaller) and had everything they needed.

Aside from the venue itself, the staff is so sweet and incredible - Cara and Hannah are the best part about the venue because they are so helpful, kind, and responsive. We had a lot of back and forth questions via email/phone and they were quick to find an answer for us regardless of what it was. I can't say enough good things about them, their attention to detail, and the overall experience.

One note to other brides, especially those having a multicultural wedding - we weren't able to come into the venue space as early as we wanted prior to our morning ceremony, which ended up costing me extra to move our hair/makeup team over in the middle of their services. It ended up being okay, but would just clarify early if you need to get into the venue earlier than a "standard" wedding day!

Choosing The Upchurch as our venue was the easiest part of our wedding planning process. Beyond the stunning venue and impressive amenities, one of the early draws that won us over was Hannah’s charm and dedication to clients. During our tour she took the time to get to know us as a couple and had an extensive knowledge of the venue and the industry that made us want to work with her. When we did sign she remembered small details from our initial encounter such as what my husband calls his grandma and so on, and that level of attention to clients did not go unnoticed it was beyond appreciated! Hannah makes you feel like you are the only couple getting married there! The owner of The Upchurch, Cara, has put so much intention into curating pieces for the venue. The grooms suite is often forgotten or last on the list for venues but that is not true for The Upchurch. The grooms suite was actually one of the highlights for us because of how thoughtfully decorated and stocked it was. The decor on the walls, the gorgeous mirror, the stunning couch upstairs, and the incredible bridal suite are just some of the details that showcase Cara’s thoughtful attention to detail and prove that her career in wedding photography was put to use in thinking through the design and decor of the venue. Both Hannah and Cara were quick to respond to emails and were open to sharing recommendations throughout the process. These impressive ladies are industry experts and it shows, they have so many connections and recommendations to share that are such value adds to the couples that book with them! We enjoyed seeing our guests use the porch for cocktail hour and dance the night away in the conservatory. The Upchurch is a venue that offers a combination of indoor and outdoor giving you that southern charm with so many flexible options. We could not have planned for a more magical day than had and we owe it to The Upchurch team for their help throughout the process!

The Upchurch is a wonderful venue and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone! We had our wedding there in August 2023 and have only great things to say about it. Cara has created a wonderful venue that keeps the historic nature of the beautiful house with modern updates and additions. The total look and furnishings of the house inside and out made for perfect backgrounds to our pictures. The bride and groom suites were well thought out in design and worked out perfectly for getting ready. We had our ceremony on the lawn which provided with plenty of room for our guests. Though the day ended up very hot, the house accommodated everyone during the cocktail hour. And the conservatory provided with plenty of space for dinner and dancing at our reception after. Cara and Hannah were wonderful to work with and we could not have planned our wedding and had it turn out so well without them. They are both very kind and thoughtful people! Both provided us with lots of recommendations, advice, and overall help during our planning process with greatly decreased our stress. They are easy to get into contact with and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend choosing the Upchurch and working with them for any event (especially great for weddings!).

The Upchurch delivered everything as promised and we could not have asked for a better experience planning the day with Hannah. We hosted a relatively small wedding of ~40 and the venue worked well for our group, but it absolutely has flexibility to host much larger crowds. The Upchurch delivers a unique mix of a classy and historic vibe that offers a lot of options for your event depending on how you want to use the space.

I love the upchurch! Me and my husband had a great experience and Cara and Hannah were great to work with. Always helping us no matter what it was. It’s such a beautiful venue and I’m so happy to say I got married in such a beautiful historic house.

We absolutely loved having our May wedding at the Upchurch! We booked in early 2022 when the venue was still under construction. From the very beginning, Hannah and Cara were absolutely fabulous to work with! They were always available for questions via email, meetings in person, etc. We ended up booking the same day as our initial tour because I loved it so much, even unfinished! Leading up to the wedding, Hannah and Cara were on top of all the details, working with our wedding planner seamlessly. Our wedding was even more perfect than I could have hoped for! Our guests were all talking about what a beautiful venue it was. Could not recommend the Upchurch enough!!!!

We knew the minute we walked in that The Upchurch was *the* venue. We have worked with Cara and Hannah for the last 1.5 years planning our wedding and it was actually so much fun working with them. I can't say enough about how wonderful they are and the venue is just stunning. You don't need to spend a lot on rentals because it already has so much beauty and character. Our wedding was perfect and while I'm thrilled to be married to my husband, I'm a little sad that it's over! We love The Upchurch so much and can't wait to come back and visit, reminisce, and have future events there. Hannah even stayed an hour late to let me have extra time with my bridal portraits! Everything about our experience was amazing.

My husband and I got engaged the week before The Upchurch’s first wedding in May of 2022. I had not yet heard of the venue and I am beyond thankful that my sister found out about it and showed it to me! The aesthetic is a nice change of pace from the extremely industrial or barn style venues that seem to be the main options in the triangle. With a historic home, lawn, modern yet classic building (the conservatory) and a pond, you really get a little bit of everything with this venue. The restored home is absolutely stunning, as is the rest of the property. The various features and furnishings provide just enough for you to keep your style simple but decorated without spending a ton of money on speciality rentals, but there is plenty of space to bring things in if you’d like to go all out.

As for the people, I can’t say enough about Cara (the owner) and Hannah. Cara has been in the industry for years and is very knowledgeable about the ins and outs of everything, including local vendors. They were very communicative and always willing to help and even go the extra mile when I had questions or needed advice. I highly, highly recommend the Upchurch!

I’m someone who appreciates reviews so when I have a noteworthy experience, it feels important for me to share my thoughts. I had my fusion wedding at The Upchurch in April 2023 (South Asian, Italian, Greek). My partner and I first met Hannah and Cara, the owner, at The Upchurch right after they hosted their first wedding. From the moment we met them, we knew they were special. There are two things to address here: 1) the people of The Upchurch 2) the venue itself. From the beginning, Hannah and Cara made us feel like family. They spoke to us with kindness and respect, giving us their full attention when engaging with us, and expressed a genuine willingness to help, brainstorm, and support. They are just downright amazing humans. Our experience only got sweeter when we booked The Upchurch and they continued to amaze us by being allies for us through every aspect of wedding planning. This extends all of the way through wedding week and wedding day, when they surprised us with a very thoughtful gift at the rehearsal, and jumped in ready to rescue me on wedding day when I needed additional support. Now, let’s move on to the venue. Because of Cara’s experience in wedding photography, she has an eye for design that is evident in many aspects of the venue. We’ve noticed that Cara, her husband, and Hannah all treat this venue like their baby with a lot of attention and care. Indian weddings often have multiple events that are in different locations. Before finding The Upchurch, we looked at farm-like venues that required a lot of walking between spaces or gravel paths to navigate which would have forced us to get creative trying to figure out how to smoothly transport older relatives to each part of the property throughout the day. The Upchurch has it all. We were able to plan multiple events on the same day in different locations on the property that all had unique vibes. Overall, it was smooth and easy for our guests to flow through the day and the property. For example, you could have a ceremony on the Magnolia Lawn, cocktail hour at The House and Patio, and a reception in The Conservatory. We also had a really fun baraat to honor my Indian roots in the parking lot at the start of the day! I am a nature lover so it is also wonderful that The Upchurch has greenery, a beautiful treeline, gorgeous flowers in front of the house, and a water feature in the back of The Conservatory. It’s hard to believe the venue is right off the road given all of that, but we loved how easy it was for our guests to get there and take advantage of their large on-site parking lot. The coolest thing about all of the spaces on the property is that they are pretty on their own and can serve as an amazing framework if you’d like to elevate from there. Our wedding party enjoyed the bridal suite and the guys loved the vibe of the groom's area. Our vendors appreciated that there was a room dedicated to them and their things throughout the day. We feel really lucky to have found this venue and its people. Our big day was absolutely more special because of their presence, impact, and thoughtfulness. We love The Upchurch and we hope you do too!

I could not recommend The Upchurch and their incredible team more as the perfect place to host an event, especially if you hope it exceeds your wildest dreams. Hannah (main contact) and Cara (owner) absolutely went above and beyond in guiding us from start to finish with every little detail to ensure we hosted the wedding reception of our COVID dreams, while also encouraging us to find our style and ensure the venue complemented our style perfectly! All of the special touches provided an extra thoughtful addition to our day and your hard work from before we booked the venue to after the event ended did not go unnoticed. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and they were so easy to work with when it came to providing ideas and customizing the space to work well for our group of ~180 guests. They were flexible regarding finding times to communicate to accommodate our work schedules and were always there to assist with reaching out to vendors to make the process as smooth as possible. The modern yet classic feel of the venue was exactly what we were looking for and close to Cary/Apex/Raleigh where none of our guests were traveling out of the way to get to our event. The staff truly has such a gift and I look forward to seeing the space continue to be used to capture and create incredible wedding/event memories for many others over the years to come!

100% book this venue!! Cara and Hannah were WONDERFUL and The Upchurch is the perfect location!! Beautiful property that is secluded without having to drive over an hour outside of RDU. Your guests can enjoy the inside of the house which was a huge hit. You will absolutely have your dream wedding here!

Cara, Hannah, and the rest of the Upchurch team helped give us the wedding of our dreams, and we can't say enough good things about their team and venue.

We locked our wedding date in while it was still under construction, and to see their vision come to life was an absolute treat. The house, reception hall, and grounds are simply stunning and so well maintained.

Their team was always communicative and flexible with any changes, helpful with making suggestions and pointing out details to incorporate based on what had worked at previous events, and kept everything organized and running smooth on our wedding day.

If you're considering the Upchurch as your venue, you will be beyond ecstatic with your event if you choose them.

We had such an incredible time having our wedding and reception at the Upchurch. The venue was beautiful. It encompassed both an old and new feel with the historic house up front and the newly designed conservatory in the back. The site is surrounded by gorgeous lawns and gardens which added to the ambiance and looked beautiful in our photos.

Working with both Cara and Hannah was a great experience. Hannah was amazing as the Venue Manager and our Wedding Coordinator. She made every effort to accommodate us, was super friendly and helpful, and was quick to respond to questions. Hannah did a fantastic job coordinating the various vendors and keeping them informed of all the details. It really simplified the process. She also did an awesome job keeping things running so smoothly the day of the wedding which let us just enjoy the day. There were many highlights, but we appreciated the flexibility to build a do-it-yourself photo booth for the reception in the front room of the house.

It was a truly special day that we will never forget!

Crissy and Bob

The UpChurch is an incredible venue. We held our wedding here and our guests were raving about it for months after! The historic home is beautifully decorated, the owner, Cara, poured her heart and soul into the venue and it is evident in all the beautiful pieces of artwork she selected for the home. There is a conservatory space which is the perfect reception space! It is an open canvas, so brides can create the space of their dreams. Not only is the space amazing, but the owner and venue manager are some of the kindest people you will meet! You can tell when someone is doing what they love, and all the staff of The UpChurch truly care about their clients. I had such a great experience working with The UpChurch team. I will 100% recommend The UpChurch to anyone looking to get married in the Triangle!

The Upchurch wedding venue is truly a gem for anyone looking to host a wedding that is both elegant and welcoming. From the moment you arrive, the staff at The Upchurch make you feel not just like guests, but like family. Their friendly and helpful attitudes ensure that every detail is taken care of, allowing you and your guests to relax and enjoy every moment of your special day.

The venue itself is breathtaking, with landscapes that offer the perfect backdrop for your wedding. Whether it's the lush greenery, the well-manicured gardens, or the charming architectural details, every corner is a picture-perfect scene waiting to enhance your wedding photos and your guests' experience.

Most impressively, the team at The Upchurch is incredibly accommodating. They go above and beyond to meet every need, ensuring that your wedding day is exactly as you've envisioned. Their dedication to making everything seamless is evident, and their ability to anticipate and cater to your desires makes the whole experience unforgettable.

I cannot recommend The Upchurch enough for anyone looking for a venue that combines beauty, comfort, and outstanding service. This place will not only meet but exceed your wedding day expectations!