Wedding Planning Tips & Venue Advice from Beau Cheval

On paper, a DIY-friendly wedding venue sounds like freedom. Bring your own vendors. Design everything your way. Control the budget. In reality? Many couples don’t realize until it’s too late that “DIY-friendly” often means DIY-everything — including costs, logistics, and stress they never planned for. This isn’t an argument against DIY weddings. It’s a reality check. Because once you understand the full cost, you can make a smarter decision.

Planning a wedding from out of state comes with a unique challenge: you don’t get unlimited weekends to tour venues, ask follow-up questions in person, or “circle back later.” When you can’t visit every venue you’re considering, how you compare them matters more than how many you see. Here’s how to make confident, informed decisions — without the stress — even when you’re planning from hundreds (or thousands) of miles away.

Touring wedding venues is exciting — but it can also be overwhelming. Most couples don’t realize until later that what they look for during a tour often matters more than the venue itself. After hosting hundreds of weddings, we’ve noticed a pattern: couples who ask the right questions early feel confident faster and avoid surprises later. Here’s what couples often say they wish they’d known before stepping foot on a wedding venue tour.

Planning a wedding is exciting — until you’re trying to do it from hundreds (or thousands) of miles away. We work with couples from across the country who want a beautiful Tennessee wedding but don’t want the stress of endless travel, paperwork, or vendor chaos. If you’re planning from out of state, here’s how we make the process simple, clear, and genuinely enjoyable.

Planning a wedding bar can feel like guesswork—especially when you’re trying to avoid running out of drinks or overspending on alcohol you don’t need. At Beau Cheval, we’ve helped host hundreds of celebrations, and one thing is consistent: couples rarely know how much to buy.

Planning a wedding means juggling dozens of decisions, from décor to stationery to reception details. Amazon has become a go-to source for brides and grooms because it offers quick shipping, budget-friendly options, and a massive collection of gorgeous wedding items.

If you’re looking for affordable wedding venues that offer a rustic yet elegant atmosphere, I invite you to explore our 78-acre estate in Wartrace. Our historic 1810 log farmhouse, scenic ceremony spots, and complimentary horse photography create a truly unique experience.

Planning a wedding that perfectly blends rustic charm with elegant touches starts with finding the right location. If you're exploring Middle Tennessee wedding venues, our 78-acre estate in Wartrace offers a true all-inclusive experience designed to make your day unforgettable.