The Estate

Gabrella Manor is conveniently located within the city limits just north of the Birmingham airport. The 5-acre estate encompasses the vintage home, adjoining event Pavilion, the Arbor, romantic courtyard, a captivating natural landscape, and on-site parking. Behind the scenes are workshops, kitchens, storage areas, and all the necessary implements for successful events.

The Arbor

Captivating outdoor ceremony space crafted for visions of simple natural beauty and grand expressions of wedding style

  • Primary use: ceremonies

  • Spacious raised platform with lush, light-filled vines framing the ceremony

  • Expansive steps to accommodate even the largest wedding in picturesque style

  • Flagstone walkways for the center and side aisles

  • Guest seating for 10–200 with romantic café lighting overhead

  • Lovely as-is, with outstanding possibilities for unique décor to create a special ambiance

  • Also used for graduation ceremonies, music videos, and receptions

  • Sound gazebo for equipment and musicians, with built-in outdoor speakers

An outdoor area with rows of white chairs arranged for an event, surrounded by trees and a grassy lawn.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs decorated with blue sashes, floral arrangements, string lights, and a draped arch at the end of a stone pathway in a garden setting.
Outdoor courtyard decorated for a wedding with two long tables covered in white tablecloths and greenery, surrounded by black chairs, with a building adorned with string lights and white fabric drapery in the background.
Outdoor wedding or event setup with rows of white chairs facing a historic ivy-covered building with a red door and multiple arched windows.

The Courtyard

Intimate outdoor space curated for those fairy tale moments of wedding day

  • Primary use: cocktail hour, ceremonies and rehearsal dinners

  • Ceremonies can seat up to 100 guests

  • Reception or rehearsal dining for up to 60 guests

  • Graceful curved staircase with colorful tiled steps and wrought iron banister

  • Creeping fig covering the walls for magical ambiance

  • Outdoor fireplace, elevated platform, and stained glass windows looking into the courtyard

The Pavilion

Permanent structural tent with 3200 square feet of deck flooring, 2000 square feet of raised patio, shaded walkway to guest parking, and directly adjoining the home

  • Primary use: receptions, with a built-in rain plan for ceremonies

  • Open air in warm weather months, with permanent deck flooring and a structural tent roof

  • Enclosed and heated in the winter months

  • Warm café lighting and elegant iron chandeliers

  • Generous capacity for up to 200 guests, with multiple set-up options

A bride and groom exchange vows during a wedding ceremony inside a decorated tent, with guests seated on both sides and string lights overhead.
Wedding ceremony setup under a large tent with white drapes, floral arrangements, a microphone, and a small stage with a table, overlooking a green outdoor area.

Inside the Home

Large spacious rooms for easy guest access and gracious architectural details everywhere

The Great Room

Stained glass windows on three sides, an incredible tile fireplace, oak parquet flooring, and gracefully turned columns leading to the Dining Room. The sunken living area is most often used for buffet tables, positioned creatively according to menu and service level — but it's equally beautiful for intimate ceremonies (up to 50 guests) or small seated dinner gatherings (up to 35).

The Club Room

Reached via a wide hall with unpolished Italian marble flooring in a basketweave pattern and the grand staircase. Most often used for cakes and desserts, the Club Room features a built-in bar (now used for coffee service), a tile fireplace and mantle, and stained glass windows throughout. The large plate glass window looking into the Courtyard is a stunning showcase for wedding cakes.

The Gabrella Room

Originally the master suite, this upstairs room is usually host to the bride and her entourage for getting-ready activities. It features a two-level main room, a dressing area with built-in "beauty" mirrors, and a large restroom.

The Manor Room

Caters to the groom and his friends, with a card table, big sturdy chairs, and an adjoining restroom.

The Parlor

A multi-use space that works well for pre-wedding repasts and serves as a haven for family members during the hustle of preparations.

Line drawing of a large, detailed brick house with multiple chimneys, arches, balconies, and decorative ironwork.
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