The Charming Merrimon Wynne House Wedding Venue in Raleigh

Wedding

Located in the heart of Raleigh, Merrimon Wynne House is an estate that feels custom-made for luxurious weddings! With its picture-perfect backdrops and its high-end accommodations, this location gives you everything you could need for your dream celebration! As a North Carolina wedding photographer, I get to go all across the state, documenting some of the best venues, and I was recently featured in Green Wedding Shoes for a wedding I shot at this very location. Here’s a guide for what you can expect at a Merrimon Wynne House wedding!

A bride in white lace applies lip gloss in a bathroom mirror

Details of the ornate woodwork on the merrimon wynne house wedding venue front porch

A bride sits with her bridesmaids on a couch in pink pajamas with a large sunflare

A bride in white lace pajamas stands in her getting ready room

About The Merrimon Wynne House Wedding Venue

500 North Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604

The Merrimon-Wynne House dates back to 1876 when it was first built as a private residence. The house stood for years on N. Wilmington Street where it took on a second life as a dormitory hall and then another as an office space. In 2008, it was purchased and then moved to its current spot where it now serves as an event venue perfect for your dream wedding!

Bridesmaids help the bride adjust her train in the gardens

A laughing groom walks on the merrimon wynne house wedding venue porch with his happy groomsmen

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A bride laughs with her bridesmaids all holding white bouquets out front of the merrimon wynne house wedding

Details of the Grounds

The Merrimon-Wynne house has designated spots for every second of your wedding. Ahead of your celebration, you will be shown to one of the two preparation suites, where you will have natural lighting and vintage furniture perfect for candid snapshots!

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A happy bride turns to see her groom while standing in an ornate mirror at the merrimon wynne house wedding

Two young girls in pink dresses run in a hallway

A smiling bride pets her two dogs wearing flowers while kneeling in the merrimon wynne house wedding venue lawn

A groom adjusts his jacket while standing in a mirror

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A bride stands in a window in her gown and veil at her merrimon wynne house wedding

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A bride laughs while playing with 5 young girls in her getting ready room

They offer several indoor and outdoor spaces for your wedding ceremony. For those who prefer an outside service, you can use the lawn to the side of the house, where you can either set up your altar in front of the wrap-around porch or in the back by the tree line. If you would prefer an indoor ceremony, you can use the Carriage House (be sure to check out my feature if you would like some ideas!).

A bride and groom stand at the altar with the officiant during their white ceremony

A bride raises her flowers to end her indoor ceremony with her groom at their merrimon wynne house wedding

A happy groom awaits his bride at the altar in black and white

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Newlyweds stand at the altar under chandeliers during their merrimon wynne house wedding ceremony

A groom smiles big while watching his bride walk down the aisle

Your guests can gather around the porch for some cocktails before it’s time for your reception. The last portion of your night can be held either indoors in the Carriage House or outside in the lawn. This venue is ready to host up to 275 guests.

Wedding guests mingle on the front porch of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue during cocktail hour

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Photography Opportunities

For your wedding portraits, there are several Merrimon Wynne House spots you can use. The preparation suites or the front porch are fabulous places for your first look pictures. The stairs inside the home are the best for stylized individual and couple portraits. For your group pictures, the lawn in front of the house is perfect!

newlyweds stand on the grand staircase adorned with white flowers at their merrimon wynne house wedding

A bride and groom walk in the lawn holding hands and drinks at the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

Black and white image of newlyweds laughing on the grand staircase of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

Newlyweds sit in the merrimon wynne house wedding venue lawn at their outdoor reception tables

A happy bride smiles back over her shoulder while walking the merrimon wynne house wedding venue lawn holding hands with her groom

Wedding Details

This award-winning venue has all-inclusive packages that will help you plan your perfect day. They offer in-house rentals, a florist, and a DJ service, plus they have partnered with a local caterer for your meals. They can provide you with a fire pit as well as lawn games to liven up your cocktail hour.

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Newlyweds dance with three young children on the dance floor during their merrimon wynne house wedding reception

A bride and groom raise their drinks and bouquet on the patio

A bride celebrates with a big smile with her mom and a friend

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Real Wedding Day At The Merrimon Wynne House Wedding Venue

Recently, I was lucky enough to be invited to share a wedding at The Merrimon Wynne House with Green Wedding Shoes (check it out here)! When Nicole and Daniel asked me to document their day, I couldn’t say no! The wedding was both stylish and iconic, with the house serving as the best backdrop for their portraits. The neutral tones of their wedding fit in perfectly with the white backdrop of the venue, and the lawn was a fantastic spot for their garden party-themed reception. I also love how the editorial film pictures of their reception turned out!

Newlyweds stand at their ceremony location smiling with white flowers

A look down the line of bridesmaids holding their bouquets during a merrimon wynne house wedding ceremony

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A peek into a mirror at guests during a merrimon wynne house wedding ceremony

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A bride smiles while hugging a man at the altar in a blue suit

Mother of the bride smiles while waiting for the ceremony to begin

A smiling bride looks over her shoulder while walking the gardens of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

A groom buttons his cufflinks in the gardens while getting ready

Three young girls in pink dresses dance on the dance floor

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A groom sips a drink while holding hands with his happy bride at their merrimon wynne house wedding

Newlyweds show off their rings while dancing with cocktails

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A groom puts his hand out while kissing his bride in a hallway in black and white

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Details of an outdoor reception set up with white flowers and wooden chairs in the lawn of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

A groom kisses the hand of his bride in the front patio of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

A bride and groom kiss while sitting at the outdoor reception table

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A bride smiles while sharing a quiet moment in black and white at a merrimon wynne house wedding reception table holding hands with her groom

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A peak at a merrimon wynne house wedding reception in the manicured lawn

Details of a merrimon wynne house wedding reception set up in the lawn with white linen and roses

Newlyweds hold hands over a reception table under candle light

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A bride and groom take a sip of wine at their outdoor cake cutting table

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Newlyweds celebrate cutting their cake with drinks outdoors

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A happy bride in a lace dress dances with her friends on the dance floor

Newlyweds snuggle on the brick patio of the merrimon wynne house wedding venue

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A bride sits at a reception table at her merrimon wynne house wedding

Details of a long outdoor merrimon wynne house wedding reception table with white linen and candles

Newlyweds lock arms for a toast after cutting the cake

A bride and groom dance with some children on the dance floor

You Will Absolutely Love The Beauty And Style Of A Merrimon Wynne House Wedding

I really hope this guide helps you out with your Merrimon Wynne House wedding! Now, you just need the right person by your side to help you capture it. If you are looking for a bubbly North Carolina wedding photographer who is already familiar with this venue, you’ve come to the right place! I would love to be there by your side so you can tell your unique love story. Send me a message today if you would like to learn more!