As a unique wedding venue and private event site, Callanwolde is one of the most photographed locations in Atlanta. Nestled in the historic Druid Hills neighborhood, the magnificent 27,000 sq. ft. Gothic-Tudor style mansion is situated on a 12.5-acre estate of beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Completed in 1920, Callanwolde was the home of Charles Howard Candler, eldest son of Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler. The Callanwolde mansion has been featured in books, television, and motion pictures and has hosted thousands of weddings, galas and private events over the years. Callanwolde’s professional team looks forward to working with you to create the special event or wedding of your dreams.
You are invited to the best bridal show of the year!
GLOBAL ENGAGEMENTS
An International Bridal Show at Callanwolde
Sunday, April 11; 1 to 5 pm
Discover unlimited wedding possibilities and choose from a world of international ideas. You are invited to Callanwolde’s majestic Gothic-Tudor mansion with its sculptured lawns, lush gardens and enchanting wooded grounds, to experience the most sophisticated bridal show of the year! Throughout the 12.5-acre estate you'll find an assortment of picturesque indoor and outdoor settings - perfect backdrops for romantic wedding ceremonies and receptions of any style. The palatial mansion and grounds will be humming with international and local wedding professionals showcasing their most imaginative visions.
Register online today for free! One lucky bride will have a chance to win a Gift Certificate for a free wedding venue at Callanwolde. You must be present at the show to win. The show will also feature heaps of bridal giveaways and prizes. For more information call 404-872-5338 ext 232.
The Callanwolde mansion, gardens and exterior buildings
are available for use by individuals or organizations for:
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Wedding and Private Rental Availability
Celebrate your wedding or special event in style at Callanwolde’s magnificent historic estate in Atlanta. Choose from Callanwolde’s Gothic-Tudor mansion with its’ walnut paneling, stained-glass windows, magnificent staircase and fully enclosed courtyard and its’ newly restored, lush outdoor gardens, retreat and outdoor amphitheatre. Callanwolde is rented every day of the week and holidays as an entire facility with the exclusion of the gallery area. For private rental of Callanwolde on weekends the following rates apply:
| Days | Hours |
Rental Fee |
| Fridays | 4:00PM-11:00PM |
$4000.00 |
| Saturdays | 4:00PM-11:00PM |
$7000.00 |
| Sundays | (Flexible-11:00PM) |
$5000.00 |
Please contact our Rental Manager Khadijah Correa at 404-872-5338 ext. 232
for weekday and holiday rental rates.
Clik here to download the Rental Application in PDF format.
Newly Restored Retreat
Tucked away in the woodland gardens stands the original Callanwolde Pool House, renamed the Samuel Goldman Retreat, which was fully restored to replicate all of its historic details with vaulted ceilings, granite floors, stone fireplace, and wood trim. The Retreat is the perfect location for intimate luncheons, receptions, corporate meetings or retreats, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties or any other special occasion. Please contact our Rental Manager Khadijah Correa at 404-872-5338 ext. 232 for information about Retreat rentals.
Gardens and Grounds
Callanwolde’s 12.5 acres of lush gardens and woodland grounds are tiered with stone walls and gravel pathways, and include a circular counsel ring, a hydrangea memorial garden, a wooden arbor, completely renovated formal gardens, and a new four-tiered terraced lawn area that creates an informal outdoor amphitheater. These outdoor settings can be used for ceremonies and social gatherings.
Aeolian Organ
Callanwolde's magnificent historic Aeolian Organ may be rented for use during special events. The rental fee goes directly to the organ restoration and maintenance fund and does not include the organist fee. The Aeolian organ has been fully-restored and is monitored regularly by a professional company. Please contact our Rental Manager Khadijah Correa at (404) 872-5338 ext 232 for more information about rental fees for the organ.
Conservatory
The Conservatory at Callanwolde, the original historic green house, may be rented by special arrangement.
Amenities
The Callanwolde mansion and retreat kitchens may be used for holding and heating foods prepared off-site. In addition, Callanwolde offers the following equipment during rental times:
Parking
Callanwolde has space for approximately 150 cars on site. If additional parking spaces are needed, Callanwolde will arrange for an alternate parking area in close proximity to Callanwolde. Renter will be responsible for providing shuttle service should the renter deem it necessary. Callanwolde does not provide shuttle service and can only clear parking one month prior to the date of the event.
Alcohol on Premises
Renters have the option of bringing their own alcoholic beverages or using Callanwolde’s preferred beverage vendor Bold American. Click here for detailed information about Bold American's beverage service.
Contact Us
For more information, to request a tour of the mansion and grounds or to obtain a copy of Callanwolde’s Wedding Brochure, please contact our Rental Manager, Khadijah Correa at 404-872-5338 ext. 232 or email her at:
kcorrea@callanwolde.org