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McCoy Farm & Gardens
4.8 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Sprawling 38-acre property with gardens, a home, barn, and blacksmith shop, and a trail.
Plan your tour
- Pets pet-friendly comes up in reviews — ask about having your dog in the ceremony
- Today see hours ·
- Website mccoyfarmandgardens.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
The setting
“It’s absolutely gorgeous, well maintained and manicured.”
“Gardens include the Horseshoe/Pollinator Garden, Serpentine Wall Garden, and an interactive Children's Sensory Garden.”
“Every corner feels intentional, whether you’re gathering under the trees, strolling the gardens, or celebrating in the historic spaces.”
Amenities couples mention
“There is a beautiful white sunroom looking down on the property to the pavilion in back.”
“Young families had picnic lunches on the grounds, others walked their dogs and some just sat in the grass observing nature.”
What couples say again and again
“The grounds are beautifully kept, with lush greenery and a timeless Southern feel that creates such a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests.”
From the reviews
McCoy Farm & Gardens is a 38-acre historic property on Signal Mountain (Walden, TN) that serves as a public arboretum, natural area, and event venue, offering a tranquil escape near Chattanooga.
McCoy Farm & Gardens is such a hidden gem! I had the joy of photographing a rehearsal dinner here, and it was the perfect setting—peaceful, charming, and full of character. The grounds are beautifully kept, with lush greenery and a timeless Southern feel that creates such a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests.
Visiting family from out of state I wanted to take a walk and found this lovely gem of a place. Easy for anyone to walk, dog friendly, and lots of beautiful gardens with many plants and flowers labeled. Seems like a great venue for a family gathering or event.
I had the privilege of working with McCoy Farm & Gardens for a wedding in the 2025 season. The grounds are beautiful, and the on-site home is elegant and dreamily classic. And the gigantic trees and wide-ranging foliage and florals? Delightful. 5 stars from Siena Marie Photography!
Getting married at McCoy Farm & Gardens
McCoy Farm & Gardens comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at McCoy Farm & Gardens
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at McCoy Farm & Gardens — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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