Frequently Asked Questions

The Grand sits on ten acres at 5800 Campbell Road, York, South Carolina 29745, just across the North Carolina border. We’re about 45 minutes from Uptown Charlotte and an easy drive from Lake Wylie, Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Belmont, close enough for your guests, far enough that the day feels like an escape.

The Grand comfortably hosts up to 275 guests for ceremonies and receptions, indoors or on the grounds. Flexible layouts mean a guest list of 100 feels just as intentional as a guest list of 275.

Your rental includes the Grand Hall, our outdoor ceremony settings framed by open lawns and mature trees, The Cellar, two private getting-ready suites, and access to The Terrace—more than 3,000 square feet of beautiful outdoor space that’s perfect for a sunset ceremony, cocktail hour, or both. The property is yours exclusively for the day, allowing your celebration to flow seamlessly from first look to sunset cocktails to last dance.

The Grand is built for couples who care how a room feels, not just how it photographs. Think rustic beams and moody velvet, candlelight and brass, modern farmhouse outside and something closer to a hidden speakeasy within. If the typical Charlotte options have felt too industrial, too overdone, or too much like a barn, this is the alternative.

Yes. Two private suites are included with every wedding rental, with comfortable seating, full-length mirrors, and easy access to the ceremony and photo locations.

Built-in architectural and ambient lighting runs throughout the venue, from soft uplighting in the Grand Hall to subtle exterior lighting across the grounds. It’s designed to flatter décor, photography, and people, without major rental add-ons.

Your day carries on beautifully. The Grand Hall and The Cellar serve as elegant indoor settings for ceremonies and receptions whenever the weather has other plans, and our team will walk through the backup plan with you well in advance.

Yes. On-site parking is included, with designated accessible spaces near the main entrance and a parking attendant managing arrivals on event day.

Yes, and we’d love to meet you. Tours are by appointment so we can give you our full attention. Start with the inquiry form on our contact page and we’ll find a time that works.

Once you’ve toured and confirmed your date is available, we’ll issue your contract. A 25% retainer secures your date.

A 25% retainer holds your date at signing. Another 25% is due at the halfway point between booking and your wedding, and the remaining 50% is due 90 days before your event, unless your contract specifies otherwise.

Yes. A one-hour rehearsal is included with your wedding rental. Around 90 days out, our team will reach out to schedule your rehearsal date and time based on availability.

We do. The Grand hosts private celebrations and corporate gatherings alongside weddings, from milestone birthdays and showers to company dinners. Visit our Events page or reach out with your date and vision.

Because every celebration is composed a little differently, we share complete pricing when you inquire. Reach out and we’ll send details right away.

A standard wedding booking includes ten hours of exclusive use of the property, the Grand Hall and outdoor ceremony spaces, The Cellar, two private getting-ready suites, tables and chairs for up to 275 guests, built-in lighting, on-site parking with an attendant, and a venue manager present throughout your event.

Yes. Tables and chairs for up to 275 guests are part of the standard rental, and our team handles setup and teardown of all venue-provided furnishings.

Optional additions like extended hours and in-house day-of coordination are priced separately. Bar service is provided through our trusted bar partner, Barrel & Cork, under a separate agreement. Everything is outlined clearly upfront, so you know exactly what to expect before you sign.

A venue manager is present for every event at The Grand. Beyond that, we offer in-house day-of coordination for couples who want a dedicated guide from final details through the last song.

Yes. A coordinator must be on site for both your rehearsal and your wedding day. You can add our in-house day-of coordination or bring your own professional. Either way, your day deserves someone whose only job is making it flow.

Absolutely. We love working alongside outside planners and coordinators. If you bring your own, your final floor plan and table layout are submitted to our team at least three weeks before your event for approval. Please note that open seating is not permitted, so every reception includes a seating plan.

Yes, event insurance is required for all events. We work with an insurance partner whose policy is set up specifically for our couples, and we’ll send you everything you need as your date approaches.

We don’t operate in-house catering, by design. Our preferred vendor list features caterers who know the venue and consistently deliver, and you’re welcome to propose a caterer of your own. Outside caterers must be licensed, insured, and approved by our management team in advance.

Yes. A dedicated prep area with refrigeration, sinks, and counter space is available to the licensed caterer working your event.

Yes. The Grand is a BYOB venue, which means you purchase the alcohol you actually want to serve, giving you more control over both your selections and your budget. Professional bar service is provided exclusively through our trusted bar partner, Barrel & Cork, whose certified bartenders will take care of your guests throughout the celebration.

Please do. Up to two signature cocktails can join your bar menu, and if you’d like inspiration, ask about The Grand Speakeasy Collection, our curated list of house favorites like The Grand Old Fashioned and The Bee’s Knees.

Your final bar menu and signature cocktail recipes are due 50 days prior to your event so our team has everything needed to prepare for smooth, seamless bar service.

Standard access begins at noon and runs through a ten-hour block, typically ending at 10 p.m. Additional hours may be arranged in advance.

Yes, and most couples do. An outdoor ceremony flowing into cocktails and a Grand Hall reception is the signature rhythm of the venue, and the property is laid out so guests move easily from one moment to the next.

Our team sets up and breaks down all venue-owned tables and chairs according to your approved layout. Personal décor and vendor items are managed by you, your planner, or your vendors, with everything removed by 11 p.m.

Music concludes by 10 p.m. in keeping with York County noise ordinances. Guests depart by 10:30 p.m. and vendors by 11 p.m.

Yes. Booked couples may schedule an engagement or portrait session on the grounds, subject to availability. The light here in the late afternoon is worth planning around.

Absolutely. We encourage you to make the space yours, and the venue’s palette of timber, brass, and candlelight is an easy canvas to build on. We’ll share simple setup and removal guidelines so the day runs smoothly.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome for your ceremony with a designated handler, and they photograph beautifully here. Pets head home before the reception so they, and your guests, stay comfortable.

Yes, outdoors only, in designated locations approved by our team, with a safe disposal station. We’ll help you plan a sparkler exit that ends the night on exactly the right note.

Several quality hotels sit within a 20 to 30 minute drive, including the Hampton Inn & Suites Rock Hill, Hilton Garden Inn Rock Hill – University Center, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kings Mountain. Short-term rentals around Lake Wylie and York are lovely options for wedding parties and families.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is about 45 minutes away, with direct flights from nearly everywhere. Most out-of-town guests rent a car or arrange a rideshare; we’re also glad to recommend shuttle companies familiar with the route.

Plenty. Guests can explore York County’s Olde English District, spend an afternoon on Lake Wylie, stroll Old Town Rock Hill, or find the breweries and restaurants of Fort Mill, all within easy reach for a full wedding weekend.