Arkansas Weddings

Arkansas Weddings

If you don't already know it, Arkansas is a great place to get married. Why? For one thing, you have the Ozark Mountains. Another reason are the two spa cities of Eureka Springs and Hot springs, where you can find healing waters and relaxation. Hot Springs has been called America's first Spa City, and is home to springs that offer 147-degree thermal water. Not to be outdone, Eureka Springs is often referred to as the "Wedding Capital of the South" because of all the couples visiting each year to tie the knot.

We've chosen to highlight several different venues from Little Rock, the capital, as well as Eureka Springs and Hot Springs, all perfect spots to either elope or hold a larger, more formal wedding.

Little Rock Weddings

The Empress of Little Rock

Built in 1888, The Empress is the place to go to surround yourself in Victorian atmosphere. They don't have rooms here, they have "bedchambers," complete with your own private sitting area and 19th century clawfoot tubs. But, don't take our word for it, as The Empress has won the Arkansas Democrat Gazette Reader's Poll from 1998 to 2006 for "Best of the Best" bed and breakfasts, as well as being name "Most Elegant Inn" by Book of Lists in 2005.

The Empress offers many different wedding packages from intimate elopements for just the bride and groom for $1,000 to outdoor ceremonies with up to 100 guests for $6,000.

Call them for details at Toll Free: 877-374-7966.

Baker House Bed & Breakfast

Located in North Little Rock's historic Argenta district, The Baker House Bed & Breakfast is a Queen Anne Victorian house built in 1899, and has been voted "Best of the Best" for 2007 in the Bed & Breakfast category in the Arkansas Democrat Gazette.

Couples looking for great wedding photos will appreciate the circular staircase and oak mantles, the outdoor gardens and fountains, as well as the horse-drawn carriages. Many of the bedroom suites feature fireplaces and clawfoot tubs. The courtyard is ideal for wedding parties of 50 or less. Call them at 501-372-9930 or email www.bakerhousenlr.com for information and rates.

Eureka Springs Weddings

Gavioli Wedding Chapel

The 1901 Gavioli Wedding Chapel is famous for weddings, with its limestone facade, cathedral ceilings, and stained glass windows. But that's not all there is to love about this wedding venue. Eloping couples will appreciate the inexpensive "Intimate Wedding Ceremony" package which includes a minister, 5 digital photos, and dinner-for-two in the Crystal Dining Room Restaurant. As of this writing the package was only $295.

There is also a Family and Friends package for the couple and several friends, as well as "Historic Wedding Package" which includes use of the Gavioli Chapel, as well as a 4-hour reception in the Ozark Room or Atrium Room of the 1905 Basin Park Hotel. For current pricing and more info call 877-933-0003 or email E-mail: ty@gaviolichapel.com

Hidden Springs Bed & Breakfast and Cottages

Have a wedding with a view of the Ozarks at this 1902 Victorian with wrap-around deck and rock garden. Hidden Sprigns offers an "Enchanting Wedding Romantic Elopement Package," which includes a two-night stay at the Hidden Springs Bed and Breakfast, a wedding officiant, a rock garden/waterfall or romantic Victorian candlelight ceremony, as well as a celebration dinner for two at one of Eureka Springs' fine restaurants starting at $448. You can call them at 800-433-6735 for more information.

1908 Ridgeway House

"The Book of Lists," published by Inn Traveler Magazine, has ranked Ridgeway House in the top 15 B&Bs in its "Best Romantic Packages" category. The 1908 Ridgeway House is located in a Victorian neighborhood, just a 5-minute walk to historic downtown Eureka Springs. They offer two elopement packages for you to choose from, starting at $596 plus tax for a midweek ceremony. This includes 2 nights in one of their double Jacuzzi suites, as well as the services of a minister, 2 deluxe massages, a certificate for dinner for two, as well as 4 full breakfasts. Call 877-501-2501 for more information.

Hot Springs Weddings

Lookout Point Lakeside Inn Bed and Breakfast

Lookout Point Lakeside Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the Ouachita Mountains overlooking beautiful Lake Hamilton, and offers 10 guestrooms with views of the lake. Lookout Point has many accolades to brag about:

*Featured in Southern Living, August 2005

*Named to Arrington's 2004 "Book of Lists," as one of the top ten Bed & Breakfasts for Rest & Relaxation

*Voted by inngoers in the 2005 "Book of Lists," as the Best Interior Design and Decor

*Arrington's 2006 "Book of Lists" for Best Innkeepers

*Featured garden, Master Gardner's Tour, May 2006

Lookout Point Lakeside Inn Bed and Breakfast Arkansas is located in Hot Springs, often referred to as America's First Spa City. Tucked in the Ouachita Mountains and overlooking beautiful Lake Hamilton, Lookout Point offers 10 guest rooms with gorgeous views of the lake. They also offer "stress-free weddings," offering a "Pure & Simple Wedding Package" for 2 people starting at $290, on up to the "Ultimate Dream Wedding Package" for up to 60 people starting at $10,520, with many different wedding packages in between. Some packages include a night or two stay at the Inn. Contract them at info@lookoutpointinn.com for more information.

Lookout Point is conveniently located to all you come to Hot Springs for: Hot springs National Park; Garvan Woodland Gardens on Lake Hamilton, and the Oaklawn Jockey club, with Thoroughbred racing from January to April. Also consider a wedding in Hot Springs in June when the Hot Springs Music Festival comes to town, or September, when you'll be treated to the Hot Springs Jazz Festival.

Be sure to check out our other pages for information on:

Destination Weddings
Hawaii Weddings
Maui Weddings
Las Vegas Weddings
Florida Weddings
Southern California Weddings
Northern California Weddings
Virginia Weddings
Caribbean Weddings
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