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Reception
$4,500 starting price
Reception
$3,500 starting price
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About

The Matthews House is a unique wedding venue in Cary, North Carolina. It offers a Greek revival mansion, manicured grounds, and a luxurious ballroom for any size wedding. This estate is nestled in a cozy corner of downtown Cary. It is a central location for couples in the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill’s Triangle area in North Carolina. This intimate wedding venue provides Southern elegance as well as urban versatility. You and your guests will have the opportunity to meander the mansion with a cocktail, play yard games by the fountain, or dance under the string lights covering the patio. Walk down the aisle in their beautiful ballroom or exchange vows in front of their landscaped arbor. Book The Matthews House now for an unforgettable wedding affair.

Facilities and Capacity
This mansion offers two event spaces for you and up to 160 guests to use. Hold your ceremony outside in their garden and dance the night away in their grand ballroom. With every rental, you and your guests will have exclusive use of the House, Grounds, and Ballroom on your special day.

Services Offered
The Matthews House and their staff offer flexibility when planning your dream wedding. You will get the opportunity to work with an Event Director who will oversee the event. They offer a range of packages to suit your needs with outdoor and indoor options for your ceremony and reception. For you and your bridal party, they have a bridal suite and dressing areas to use beforehand. Their team will do whatever they can to bring your wedding visions to life. They are available for these other services including:

  • Accommodations for you and your guests to enjoy
  • One hour of rehearsal time
  • Use of the property for bridal portraits
  • Setup and clean up
  • Event planning with their experienced team of coordinators
  • Event rentals including garden chairs for your outdoor ceremony, ballroom chairs for your reception, tables, and more
  • Availability to work with outside vendors
  • Wireless internet for you and your guests to use to document the affair
  • Ample parking for guests
  • Wheelchair access available
  • Liability insurance

    Cuisine
    For your luxurious dining experience at The Matthews House, you can bring in your favorite, pre-approved caterer. Or you can use their in-house option, Southern Harvest Catering. This catering company has teamed up with the venue to provide you and your guests with fresh, seasonal, Southern-inspired cuisine. They also offer a full-service cocktail reception, full-service buffets, a range of food stations, and more.
  • Asian-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
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4.7 out of 5 rating
87 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.7 out of 5 rating
94% Recommended by couples
Samantha
Samantha B. Sent on 10/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding venue in the Triangle!!

I can't say enough nice things about the beauty of this venue and the quality of their team! Sarah and Heather worked so hard to coordinate the best wedding day experience for me and my husband. It's in a great location in downtown Cary close to hotels and lots of nice restaurants for our out of town guests. The house itself is sooooo beautiful. We ended up having our ceremony and reception in the indoor carriage house, which was a great size for our party! You can take so many lovely pictures on the grounds of the venue. It even has a bridal suite upstairs and a groomsmen suite downstairs! My husband and I stayed at the venue for our wedding night in the bridal suite, and it was just heaven! It's a wonderful venue for every memorable occasion!
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Arien H. Sent on 07/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Nothing Short of Perfect!

Our wedding day at The Matthews House was an absolute dream come true. From the moment we stepped foot onto the grounds, we were captivated by its timeless charm and undeniable beauty. The Matthews House proved to be the perfect venue for our special day, providing a seamless blend of elegance, versatility, and exceptional service.

The attention to detail and level of professionalism exhibited by Sarah and staff at The Matthews House were truly outstanding. From our initial tour to the day of our wedding, the team went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our celebration was flawless. Their expertise and guidance throughout the planning process were invaluable, making the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable.

The Matthews House boasts a variety of stunning spaces that allowed us to create the perfect ambiance for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The classic architecture, lush gardens, and picturesque surroundings served as the ideal backdrop for our love story. The attention paid to the maintenance and upkeep of the venue was evident, as every corner of The Matthews House exuded beauty and charm.

The service provided by Jeanette, our day of coordinator, and her assistant on our wedding day was impeccable. The coordination and execution of the event were flawless, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment of our celebration.

The Matthews House also offers a range of amenities that added an extra touch of convenience and luxury to our wedding day. The beautifully appointed bridal suite provided a serene and spacious retreat for us to prepare and refresh throughout the day. Additionally, the venue's strategic location and ample parking made it easily accessible for all our guests.

We cannot express enough gratitude to The Matthews House for making our wedding day a truly unforgettable experience. The venue's timeless beauty, exceptional service, and attention to detail surpassed all expectations. If you're searching for a wedding venue that combines elegance, versatility, and outstanding service, look no further than The Matthews House.

Thank you, The Matthews House, for providing us with the perfect setting for our love story and for creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 11/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Ceremony/reception

Heather was an AMAZING day of coordinator. Her personality is so fun and incredibly patient. She made the experience of the venue beautiful and stress free. Sarah and Heather and all the staff were super responsive and kind.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

9 Endorsements
POUR Bar Services POUR Bar Services Wedding Caterers

Downtown Cary, charming and flexible venue space. Plenty of parking and wonderful catering kitchen makes the Matthews House a perfect fit! They have a built-in patio bar for your cocktail hour!

Fancy This Photography Fancy This Photography Wedding Photographers

The Matthews House has been one of my favorite venues to photograph. Not only are their grounds beautiful, they have the best staff any vendor could ever ask for. They were prompt, willing to help, and just a great time to be around. They have always gone above and beyond for my clients and have really become a staple in the Cary, NC area. LOVE this venue!

Visual Rituals Visual Rituals Wedding Photographers

The Matthews House is a beautiful venue in the heart of Cary. The bridal suite, grounds, and reception space are all well maintained and enjoyable to photograph. It's a perfect spot for any season as it is lovely inside and out making it nice backdrop for any wedding.

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The Matthews House frequently asked questions

The Matthews House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Matthews House for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
The Matthews House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Matthews House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Matthews House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Matthews House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Matthews House is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in flexibility, 4.7 in value and 4.6 in average response time.

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