Weddings at Terrapin Hill always include:
• Our complete focused attention on YOU. We'll start with a tour and conversation about what you want, we'll continue the communication answering any questions you may have in a timely manner, and on your wedding day yours is the only event happening on the farm.
• The ability to create the wedding you want. You can choose any vendors you wish, including photographers, caterers, dj's, musicians, etc. We can definitely make suggestions if you need them, but the choice is up to you. You can also choose when your wedding starts and how long it lasts, and and we have very few rules about decorations you may use.
• Everything you need for a destination wedding. We provide the ceremony site, reception site, tables, chairs, linens, and lights; we can even provide decorations, an officiant, bartender, day-of planner, accommodations, transportation, and more!
• Owners on site throughout the event. This is our business and we want everything to be just right. So we are available to answer any questions or make last minute adjustments. We are responsible for making the venue the best it can be so we don't rest until the last guest leaves. We actually live on the farm so we're here when needed.
• The ability to create the wedding you want. You can choose any vendors you wish, including photographers, caterers, dj's, musicians, etc. We can definitely make suggestions if you need them, but the choice is up to you. You can also choose when your wedding starts and how long it lasts, and and we have very few rules about decorations you may use.
• Everything you need for a destination wedding. We provide the ceremony site, reception site, tables, chairs, linens, and lights; we can even provide decorations, an officiant, bartender, day-of planner, accommodations, transportation, and more!
• Owners on site throughout the event. This is our business and we want everything to be just right. So we are available to answer any questions or make last minute adjustments. We are responsible for making the venue the best it can be so we don't rest until the last guest leaves. We actually live on the farm so we're here when needed.
Ceremony sites:
The "Chapel Stage"
This beautiful stage was handmade from cedar trees harvested from the woods nearby. Its rugged and majestic beauty is certainly a unique setting for your ceremony. The open back lets the greenery of the surrounding trees show through for a beautiful kind of decor only nature can provide. It is also just a short walk from the pavilion and parking area. The stage area has electricity and is plenty large enough for a full band to set up if you choose to have your entertainment happen here later in the evening, and there's also a spot for a bonfire nearby. If you want "unique" and a ceremony everyone will remember, this is the spot for you.
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The "Top of the Knob"
The turtle shell-shaped hill behind the old farmhouse (which gives the farm it's name) has an amazing view of the countryside in every direction. Just a short walk up from the pavilion, it's also accessible by vehicle if necessary. You'll feel like you're on top of the world when you say your I-do's here!
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Other ceremony locations
It's your choice where you have your ceremony, and there are so many location to choose from... in the woods, near a pond, a field, a playground... we've got it all! The venue has so many beautiful sites, the hard part is choosing just one. But of course photos can be taken anywhere and it's our pleasure to give your photographer a tour of the property so they can pick the perfect spots.
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Reception site:
The Pavilion
The 40'x60' pavilion can hold up to 200 people for a sit-down dinner; for smaller groups there is plenty of room for dancing too. It's rustic like a barn but more open and airy. Inside the pavilion, rope lights, twinkly lights and large paper lantern lights provide plenty of ambiance, and you can add any decorations you'd like. We'll pull the curtains closed if the weather doesn't cooperate, but clear panels in the curtains still let in plenty of natural light. Your band or DJ can set up on an adjustable stage at one end or in a corner. Accessible restrooms are close by, as is a grassy area that provides plenty of space for parking. There's a bonfire pit just below the pavilion for late-night fun, and kids of all ages enjoy the nearby playground.
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Indoor areas:
The Farmhouse
The 100 year old farmhouse, located near the entrance to the property, is used only for events at Terrapin Hill Farm. It has recently been renovated and refurnished, and features a large modern kitchen, one and a half baths, and the bedrooms upstairs are available for your bridal party to get dressed in. It's equipped with central heat and air and is a comfortable place to relax before or after the festivities. The deck/backyard is also a great place to have your rehearsal dinner!
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Cottages
What truly makes our farm a unique wedding venue is that we do not put a time limit on the festivities. With our overnight packages, guests can camp in tents or RVs, or stay in our rustic cottages for a "glamping" experience, and we keep the bonfire burning as long as someone is there to enjoy it. Each of the 5 cottages have two twin beds or one full and one twin, all but one has bunkbeds. They are clean and spacious, have electricity, and are located close to the restrooms and showers. RV sites with hookups for electric and water are also available.
Farm Owners
Pete and Brenda not only provide your wedding venue, but offer other services as well. Pete is an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church and can officiate weddings; Brenda offers day-of wedding coordination to make your event run smoothly. We can also bartend, run shuttles back and forth to Harrodsburg in our 15-passenger van, and provide extra help with set up or break down if needed.
We are easy to work with and will adapt to the needs of each couple. We invite prospective clients to visit the farm any number of times they choose. The farm is easy to get to and very centrally located between Lexington, Louisville and Frankfort - a plus when family and friends are coming from all directions.
We are easy to work with and will adapt to the needs of each couple. We invite prospective clients to visit the farm any number of times they choose. The farm is easy to get to and very centrally located between Lexington, Louisville and Frankfort - a plus when family and friends are coming from all directions.
Beautiful property, plus owners that are flexible and easy to work with.
Here are comments from some of our past clients - read the entire reviews here.
Brenda and Pete Cashel
"Brenda and Pete... are incredibly wonderful and helpful people to work with..."
"Brenda and Pete were great to work with. We had to plan this wedding from another state, and their help was fantastic."
"Brenda was more than helpful in answering endless questions I had during the planning process..."
"I can't say enough good things about Brenda and Pete and the farm. Brenda was so easygoing, while still staying on top of everything..."
"Getting married is such a special time in a person's life and Brenda and Pete know exactly how to make that time the best it could possibly be."
"Brenda was in close communication with us, able to answer our questions, and provide advice/contacts if desired. During our wedding weekend Brenda and Pete were available to help with anything! We paid extra to have Brenda as "day of coordinator" which was well worth it. Both were available to help out and take care of matters but not invasive or overwhelming by any means."
"Brenda and Pete went above and beyond to make our wedding day incredible. They were so accommodating and flexible to work with."
"Brenda and Pete were great to work with. We had to plan this wedding from another state, and their help was fantastic."
"Brenda was more than helpful in answering endless questions I had during the planning process..."
"I can't say enough good things about Brenda and Pete and the farm. Brenda was so easygoing, while still staying on top of everything..."
"Getting married is such a special time in a person's life and Brenda and Pete know exactly how to make that time the best it could possibly be."
"Brenda was in close communication with us, able to answer our questions, and provide advice/contacts if desired. During our wedding weekend Brenda and Pete were available to help with anything! We paid extra to have Brenda as "day of coordinator" which was well worth it. Both were available to help out and take care of matters but not invasive or overwhelming by any means."
"Brenda and Pete went above and beyond to make our wedding day incredible. They were so accommodating and flexible to work with."
Ready to make Terrapin Hill Farm your wedding venue?
Click on the Calendar link to see what dates we have available. Our wedding season runs April - October but the farm is open year-round for tours.
Check out our Package Rates for information on our pricing. Everything is listed on the rate sheet - there are no hidden fees.
Look at the Gallery and FAQs for more photos and details.
Then click on the button below to ask any questions or to schedule a time to see Terrapin Hill Farm for yourself and discuss your wedding plans!
Check out our Package Rates for information on our pricing. Everything is listed on the rate sheet - there are no hidden fees.
Look at the Gallery and FAQs for more photos and details.
Then click on the button below to ask any questions or to schedule a time to see Terrapin Hill Farm for yourself and discuss your wedding plans!
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Terrapin Hill Farm would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. We truly value all of our clients and appreciate the positive feedback that helped us earn a 2017, 2018, and 2019 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award.
Terrapin Hill Farm would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. We truly value all of our clients and appreciate the positive feedback that helped us earn a 2017, 2018, and 2019 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award.
