Sanctuary Farm is a wedding and event venue located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, serving couples and guests from across the region, including Durham, Raleigh, Carrboro, Pittsboro, and Hillsborough. Our convenient location makes it easy for guests traveling from throughout the Triangle to gather, celebrate, and enjoy a full wedding or event experience in a peaceful farm setting.
For your ceremony, you have your choice of three sites – one is our newly constructed outdoor ceremony site under the trees named “The Grove,” the second is our pond-side gazebo where birdsong can be heard, and the third is our indoor barn “Rustic” Loft.
Within the renovated barn, you will find a full-service catering kitchen with enclosed and open lofts designed to accommodate rehearsal dinners and receptions.
Exchange vows beneath the trees at The Grove, our private outdoor ceremony space surrounded by nature, offering a peaceful and scenic setting for weddings.
Our pond-side gazebo provides a serene waterfront ceremony location where birdsong and natural beauty create a relaxed and intimate atmosphere for your wedding.
The Rustic Loft is our indoor barn venue, featuring a beautifully renovated space with a full-service catering kitchen and flexible loft areas ideal for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
Weekend Wedding Package
A private, unforgettable wedding weekend in nature. Sleeps up to 8.
Destination Wedding Package
Our most popular package. Celebrate, stay, and connect – your extraordinary wedding weekend awaits. Sleeps up to 40.
Weddings can be one very intense day of action or you can invite your friends and family for an extended stay. Celebrate your “Destination Wedding” at Sanctuary Farm and stay on the land for the entire weekend or more.
We have a variety of unique on-the-farm overnight accommodations, including six yomes (geodesic dome/yurt hybrids), two yurts, and four climate-controlled barn rooms, for up to 40 guests. Before and after your special event, you and your guests can enjoy all the land has to offer. Walk barefoot through the garden, share stories around the campfire, and sleep under the stars to a serenade of crickets, chorus frogs, and barred owls.
Day-Only Wedding Package
Intimate Weddings
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Love Notes from our Guests
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an amazing venue for our 20th wedding anniversary party! Great indoor climate-controlled and rustic outdoor spaces plus plenty of room with the garden and gazebo for guests to stroll. The rustic loft in the barn was PERFECT for a bluegrass band concert (and some dancing)! Pam and Constantine were so amazing to work with, helpful throughout the planning process, and on site to help during the event.Posted on B.J. TalleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Attended a 20th anniversary party for son and DIL, held 2-11pm, on Sat 4/25, for family and friends. Accomodations were fantastic. The farm accommodated apx 100 people who ate, enjoyed the outdoor activities, danced to the amazing band "The Tan and Sober Gentlemen", square danced and so many other activities to celebrate their anniversary. Pam, at the farm, and all the people who are connected with the "Sanctuary Farm" totally "made" the event so enjoyable and fun. Thank you. If you need a venue for a family get together, a wedding or any type of celebration, check it out. You definitely won't regret it. ❤️Posted on Susan TalleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a beautiful place to facilitate a meditation retreat. There is so much heart in this land and also the caretakers of it. If you are looking for a retreat space infused with love, look no further.Posted on Kerry GTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sassool had the experience of working at Sanctuary Farm the past weekend for a wedding. Great venue to work at! The property was organized, professional, and very accommodating, which made setup and service run smoothly. Communication was clear, and the space is well-designed for events. It was a pleasure to work here, we are looking forward to being back.Posted on Sassool Catering ManagerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sanctuary Farms is such a beautiful and unique venue. I recently was at a wedding there at the very beginning of spring and the property was absolutely stunning. The venue is mostly outdoors and very sustainable, with so many beautiful spots for photos including a gazebo, lake, grassy fields, gardens, and even some sweet farm animals that add to the charm. Guests seemed very comfortable with plenty of seating and picnic benches, and parking was easy with lots of space available. There is also a lot of room for getting ready, which made the day flow really nicely. I would definitely recommend Sanctuary Farms to couples looking for a cozy, outdoorsy wedding that feels a little more unique than the typical venue. I would love to visit there again!Posted on JesseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Omg I had the time of my life!!! Constantin and Pam hosted the wedding of year!! Perfect for couples looking for an earth vibes❤️❤️❤️❤️Posted on AAM EntertainmentTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Omg I had the time of my life!!! Constantin and Pam hosted the wedding of year!! Perfect for couples looking for an earth vibes❤️❤️❤️❤️Posted on DJ MillianoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hosted a five-day professional training at Sanctuary Farm and it was delightful. The workshop space was perfect for our needs, and it was wonderful to be so close to nature and away from the hustle and bustle of life. The team took great care of us and they were quick to make sure we had everything we needed -- including farm fresh eggs for breakfast!Posted on School of ConsentTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sanctuary Farm is a true retreat. The land is beautiful. The yoga and gathering spaces were well appointed and cozy. The food was outstanding, I enjoyed it so much. The sauna and the pond were so peaceful and relaxing. I enjoyed every minute spent at Sanctuary Farm. I hope to return soon.Posted on Kerry CarlsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hosted a yoga day retreat at Sanctuary Farm, and it was an ideal setting for a retreat experience. The loft is spacious, light-filled, and comfortably fit 20 people, with high ceilings and a beautiful farm atmosphere that instantly creates a sense of calm. The location is perfect—only about 15 minutes from Chapel Hill, yet it truly feels a world away. The outdoor spaces are stunning. The kitchen and gathering space added a warm, welcoming feel. The smell of food being prepared for our delicious lunch, the rustic communal table, and the simple, thoughtful setup made it feel inviting. Pam and Constantin were amazing to work with: kind, responsive, and genuinely supportive. They happily answered all my questions and assisted with every request, which made the entire hosting process smooth. Participants described the space as beautiful, inviting, inspirational, and perfect for a retreat—and many said they hope to return. I couldn’t agree more. Sanctuary Farm is a special place, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to host a yoga retreat or mindful gathering. — Tina Yoga ExplorerPosted on Yoga Explorer
Located in Chapel Hill and convenient to Durham, Pittsboro, Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Raleigh…
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