By Terry Meadows
Zach and Lyndsay, together for over seven years, wanted their wedding day to be a memorable reflection of their journey. They aimed for perfect photos, delicious food, and a vibrant spring bouquet but felt overwhelmed by the planning process. Considering an elopement to simplify things, they instead visited Zion Springs. The venue's all-inclusive service dramatically eased their burden. They focused only on their attire and marriage license, resulting in a stunning wedding that guests still talk about and a beautifully captured day in their photo album. They would happily relive the experience.
The Invitation
"My family and I hung out around the fire pit the night before the wedding and stayed up later than we should just enjoying each others company around the fire. We all slept in the manor house together, except for the groom and his best man who slept in the house beside the manor house. The rooms were so big and beautiful that my bridesmaids brought their husbands and all slept comfortably with our own bathrooms. We had a delicious breakfast prepared for us as we were getting ready together in our rooms and brought to us."
"After we finished our hair and makeup the photographer showed up and we got to take pictures popping champagne together in our matching pajamas before putting on our dresses. We did this in front of the manor house."
Wedding Attire
Bride: David's Bridal
Groom: Men's Wearhouse
Bridesmaids and Groomsmen: Birdy Grey and Men's Wearhouse
"The whole process was something so smooth and simple that I don’t know why anyone wouldn’t want to get married somewhere so beautiful and have all of the leg work done for them. The cost of it all seemed like a dream to be able to afford such a perfect day and stay within our budget."
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The Ceremony
Processional Music: "Can't Help Falling in Love" Elvis Presley
"We got married at 10am, it was May so the grass was bright green and dewy and the morning sun was shining on the bright flowers that lined the terrace where we said I do. I loved going down down the dramatic stairs rather than an aisle."
"We took pictures in the walnut grove where after they were posted my family who didn’t see the grove asked me if it were a green screen since it was so bright and beautiful. We took more pictures, with our golden retriever included too of course, in the garden with flowers surrounding us and on the wooden bridge with the water running beneath us and trees overtop us with my veil over both of us for the most beautiful pictures."
The Reception
First Dance: "The Good Ones" Gabby Barrett
Dinner: Picnic Basket
Cake: Vanilla with White Frosting
"I told the chef what flavor cake we liked and what design and it was not only beautiful but the most moist and delicious vanilla cake I’ve ever had, I took the cutting cake home to freeze and eat on our one year anniversary but it was so delicious I ate it within a month!"
"I loved the dairy free almond milk muffins with lemon and poppy, my guests loved the breakfast quiche. We had a 10am ceremony so the breakfast and champagne was top notch."
What advice would you give to other wedding couples?
"Book now and don’t waste any time. The only hard part is making sure your date is available, the rest they take care of for you… just book it!
Just know they’ll handle your requests and you can always let them know if you want to change your mind about something. They will be flexible and understanding, at the end of the day it is your special day and will make it a dream come true. Get your dress, rings, and your marriage license, they’ll figure the rest out for you!"
Zion Springs: The Perfect Setting for Your Wedding Celebration
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