Nestled along the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is a stunning and scenic location for an elopement. Gatlinburg exudes a classic country vibe, making you feel right at home even if you’re just a visitor. Whether your interests lie with nature or Dollywood, there is no shortage of things to do for your southern getaway elopement. Our Gatlinburg elopement packages can help make eloping in Gatlinburg easy and stress-free!
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Gatlinburg is the perfect place for a relaxing ceremony, getaway-style surrounded by national parkland.
There’s no shortage of natural beauty in the Great Smoky Mountains with green, rolling hills as far as the eye can see.
Nature enthusiasts and Dollywoodies alike can tie the knot spontaneously as Gatlinburg doesn’t require a waiting period.
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Our Gatlinburg elopement packages start at $550 and will help you elope in Gatlinburg easily and affordably.
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Our videography package comes with an edited 1 – 2 minute highlight reel (perfect for sharing on socials!), as well as a longform, minimally edited film of the full ceremony.
Videography package also includes reservation at Ely’s Mill or Smoky Mountain National Park and on-site helper
All of these images are of past Simply Eloped couples so, yes…this could be you!
Everything was wonderful, it was super simple and nice and exactly how we wanted it.
We had a wonderful time and everything was perfect! We had a wonderful experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality and a beautiful location for our ceremony.
Everything was perfect, customer service 100%, the vendors were great and the venue was also amazing!
I loved working with Simply Eloped. The process was so easy and painless. Everything was perfect and made our day about us and not about the stressful wedding planning!
We loved our venue! Ely’s Mill was breath taking, everything you guys did was truly amazing and made our day perfect!
I loved what Simply Eloped had to offer. Quick responses and a joy to work with them all.
Thank you to everyone for making my special day so very special! You all are fantastic!
Everything was so smooth and easy!
Tom, Officiant
Smoky Mountains, hiking trails, 5 star cabins, Dollywood, fun family shows: think mini-Vegas in the mountains, 100+ restaurants, unique shops, mild winters, friendly locals.
Ely’s Mill
Macie, Photographer
The mountains here are so spectacular. East Tennessee is surrounded with gorgeous views, you really can’t go wrong!
Anywhere in the National Park, but if I had to choose one it would be Elkmont Campground in front of one of the old stone, moss covered chimneys.
Kristi, Officiant
Who doesn’t love mountains and waterfalls? Plus, all four seasons here are beautiful, and none are too extreme.
The first look. Every couple, even if they ride to the venue in the same vehicle, has a special moment where they look at each other and realize, we’re getting married right now!
Read the real stories of couples who eloped in Gatlinburg!
Josie & Jake envisioned a woodland wedding and, in the end, that is what they had at the historic Ely’s Mill in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. But the journey to reach this fairytale ending was not without a few bumps in the road. COVID kept pushing back their plans for a big wedding and, finally, they decided to simply elope! A naturally beautiful forest filled with moss covered trees and, of course, a waterfall, became the perfect backdrop for them as they exchanged their vows during an emotion filled day. Keep reading to find out how Jake & Josie met, how they fell in love and what made them choose Simply Eloped for their picturesque elopement.
Josie: We originally planned to be married in August 2020! COVID wrecked our plans over and over so we finally said, “forget it”. I’m so thankful we did. We could not have imagined a more beautiful, stress-free ceremony.
Josie: Simply Eloped was recommended by a coworker.
Josie: Simple. That was the keyword.
Josie: Woodland fairy vibes! That was my goal as a theme and Ely’s Mill in Gatlinburg, Tennessee provided that feel.
Josie: Everyone was great! They communicated effortlessly with us and prepared us the best they could!
Josie: We had dinner with our immediate family, bridal and groom parties. It was amazing to have everyone at such a beautiful location. It really felt like a destination wedding!
Savanna & Alex seemed an obvious match to their friends. It took some Facebook convos and a spectacular first date to convince the two of them. They asked Simply Eloped to help them plan an intimate wedding at Ely’s Mill in Gatlinburg. The city held a special place in their hearts as it was where they had taken their first big vacation together and where Alex had proposed to Savanna. The old-world feel and stunning scenery were just what they had envisioned for their special day. They eloped under the pavilion and celebrated afterward with family and friends. Read more about Savanna & Alex’s Tennessee elopement with Simply Eloped.
Savanna: Ely’s Mill checked all of the boxes we were looking for as far as a venue was concerned. We wanted somewhere surrounded by nature, but it was still easily accessible and would allow us to have a good bit of our friends and family there. Neither of us had visited Ely’s Mill before the wedding, so there were some nerves involved due to that. It turned out to be perfect, though. Pictures can only capture a glimpse of how beautiful it is.
Savanna: If you want the feel of being surrounded by nature but still want some of the amenities that come with more classic wedding venues (i.e., a changing room or covered ceremony space), then Ely’s Mill is perfect. You get an old-time rustic feel from the structures and the old cars, but you also get a feeling of being one with nature. Trees surround you. You can hear the stream bubbling, birds chirping, everything you could want in an outdoor ceremony.
Savanna: We had a very relaxed morning together at our cabin and just kind of waited it out until it was time to get ready. I was so crazy nervous! I met my sister at the salon to get our hair and makeup done. It helped calm my nerves getting to spend time with her and joke around. I left to head to Ely’s Mill, and my heart started pounding! I was very nervous and excited up until our first look. As soon as I saw him, it’s like a huge wave of relief came over me. I had my best friend with me, and we were in it together, so everything was perfect.
Traci & Clay met in middle school, but it took Clay a little longer than Traci to realize this was a forever deal. The two of them knew that they wanted a wedding that all about their commitment and not a huge party. So they worked with Simply Eloped to marry at the Smoky Mountain National Park in Tennessee. They were thrilled to have family join them in front of the mountains for their heartfelt ceremony. Afterward, the newlyweds and their guests celebrated with a steak dinner in Gatlinburg. We love the his&hers white cowboy hats, the trendy bouquet, Traci’s beautiful off-the-shoulder gown with flowing veil, and Clay’s laid-back style. Read more to find out why they think every couple should elope!
Traci: We loved the simplicity and scenery of our destination. We didn’t need any decorations or backdrop with the mountains behind us!
Traci: Simple and beautiful!
Traci: My mom, two friends, and I all got ready together. I was very excited but anxious about things not going as planned. In the end, everything worked out, and once I saw Clay, it was all okay!
Clay: I spent the afternoon with Traci’s brother and Dad, just hanging out on the porch until it was time to go. I was so excited and couldn’t wait to see her.
Traci: Afterward, we ate at Peddlers Steakhouse In Gatlinburg with friends and family. It was great! We also spent the rest of the week in Pigeon Forge and had the best time.
Sometimes things just happen for a reason! Amanda & Joseph started to date in high school after texting each other endlessly during a trip Amanda took with her family to Gatlinburg. So it only made sense for them to elope in that city. They chose Simply Eloped to help them plan a serene and peaceful ceremony at Ely’s Mill in Tennessee. We love the gorgeous details…delicate hair jewelry, the peony and rose bouquet, the unique floral bracelet, and Amanda’s stunning lace gown. The couple had family (including their well-dressed dog, natch!) around them as they exchanged vows in the beautiful pavilion. Read on to find out why Amanda & Joseph were so excited to elope!
Amanda: We chose Gatlinburg because we both have been there with our families throughout the years. We were friends in high school, and my family drove to Gatlinburg during Spring Break of 2016. On that trip, Joseph and I messaged each other the entire time and eventually confessed that we liked each other! We got home the following week, went on a date, and officially started dating on March 28th, 2016. We chose to elope because we have always wanted a small wedding with just family.
Amanda: Out of every single venue we found, Ely’s Mill seemed the most natural and serene. The creek in the background and the location of the venue were perfect.
Amanda: It was very peaceful, quiet, and away from the tourists of Gatlinburg. Mountains and a creek surrounded us. It was perfect.
Amanda: Joseph and I stayed separate the night before, so I talked a lot with my mom that night in our cabin. On the day of our wedding, I helped with last-minute decorations for our wedding/reception. It was super exciting getting my hair and makeup done before the ceremony!
Amanda: I would recommend it to anyone! Simply Eloped allowed us to have a beautiful wedding without us having to stress about anything.
Amanda: We celebrated with family! We went to Dollywood, different breweries, Margaritaville, the Islands’ Ferris Wheel, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
Amanda: If you are looking for a small wedding, you want Simply Eloped! Talking with your day-of helper, the photographer, and the officiant makes things so much less stressful.
Officiation by: Rev Thomas Orange
Photography by: Miranda Hancock
Planning by: Simply Eloped
Venue: Ely’s Mill, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
It took a Bumble match to get these two together though Lindsay had noticed John long before their first date. Once the connection was made, though, it’s been love ever since! However, between their busy lives and Covid-19, they realized that they did not want a large wedding. Simply Eloped stepped in and helped them create an elopement vision at The Old Mill in Gatlinburg. Lindsay & John shared their vows in the pavilion, and the family watched from a distance. Read on to enjoy hearing about a Christmas proposal and a rented cabin for their elopement.
Lindsay: We met for the first time at a local BBQ restaurant where my husband (now) was working. I kept telling my parents how cute he was, and, a few years later, we matched on Bumble, and it’s been love ever since!
Lindsay: I would say after the second date. The first date wasn’t good because we both were shy, but our personalities started to bloom after the second date. I think that was when we first started falling for each other!
Lindsay: He proposed in Christmas town in NC because he knows Christmas is my favorite time of the year! He got Santa involved, and while taking pictures, Santa said, “I have another picture idea.” Santa then handed me an ornament, made by my best friend, that said, ‘will you marry me?’ on it, and I bawled like a baby. Of course, I said ‘YES’!
Lindsay: Everything! He’s so selfless, has an amazing personality, loves to no end, loves my dog (that’s a must), and of course, he’s the most handsome thing ever.
Lindsay: Communication. It took some working on, though.
Lindsay: It was cheaper, and it was during covid, so we didn’t want many people there anyway. I wanted my grandma there, and if we had a big wedding, she wouldn’t have been able to go.
Lindsay: Facebook
Lindsay: When Megan helped with everything and was there whenever I needed her!
Lindsay: We had our first getaway trip together to Tennessee, so we thought that was the perfect fit.
Lindsay: We rented a cabin with eight people (family/friends), and we just had fun. The night before, we had some drinks to calm our nerves and just had fun instead is stressing. Leading up to the elopement, it was stress-free, thanks to Simply Eloped.
Lindsay: It was perfect! Megan was amazing and made sure everything was in place for us. My hair and make-up artist, Katerina, was amazing! She brought all my visions to life, and she was so fun! I loved every minute of working with Simply Eloped. It was so stress-free.
Lindsay: I’m a full-time college student at the moment, so we are going on our honeymoon in December of this year!
Lindsay: DO IT!! It was so stress-free and so worth it. We are having a big reception back home this October, and I do not regret a thing.
Photography by: Maddie Kay
Hair & Makeup by: Emily Van Scoy
Planning by: Simply Eloped
Venue: The Old Mill, Gatlinburg
Updated: May 17th, 2023
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