I'll start by saying the property is beautiful. Other than that, IVY Hall has 2 of the most incompetent and unprofessional owners that lack basic problem solving and communication skills. I'll add they are boastfully inconsiderate. They absolutely ruined my husband's best-friend's wedding day. I'm submitting this review to caution anyone who is interested in booking the property for an event, to stay far away from this place. I attended a wedding here Saturday March 1st, 2025. By the time the ceremony started, the wedding hostesses were visibly exhausted. I asked why and they shared the owner walking around in Alpha Kappa Alpha paraphernalia was very rude and was not permitting them to be in necessary areas like the kitchen, because she was showing the property to potential clients. I've never seen a venue conduct tours during buyout hours. She was also not answering simple questions to help guide logistics. What was supposed to be a pretty easy job was made difficult by the venue owners (a wife and husband). It's common courtesy for venue staff to either dress in theme color(s) or branded attire for formal events. Her husband had on a dingy black sweatsuit. I thought he was a landscaper. After the ceremony concluded, during cocktail hour, the owners assumed guests were sneaking in alcohol. The alcohol they saw was a cigar and whiskey paring that was set up in the cocktail hour area. If there was an issue, there's professional way to address the wedding coordinator to have it removed. Instead the owners decided to drive around in a golf cart inspecting guests drinks. The cigar and whiskey parings were never removed from the cocktail hour area. Next, we'll move on to the sheriff being called twice. My husband and I spoke to the sheriff who works the area and confirmed the couple that owns the property calls the police often. To sum things up, a gentleman who was part of the wedding coordinator team didn't understand why the owners were being so difficult and he asked what was the root cause of the issue. He asked in an inquisitive manner to seek resolution and was non-confrontational. The owners didn't appreciate being questioned and proceeded to call the sheriffs to get him escorted out for "trespassing". Yes, an employee of the wedding coordinator team, the man who brought the bride to walk down the aisle was escorted out for trespassing along with the husband of the owner of the wedding coordination team. There were many other issues that I'll spare but the evening ended with the owner (wife) kicking the bride, groom, hostesses and us guests out, while we were breaking down supplies. One of the hostesses she had been absolutely ugly to all day finally told her about herself. It started with the owner asking about a standard black tablecloth at 8:45pm that was used during the 3pm ceremony. Because she couldn't answer to where it was almost immediately, she and her husband proceeded to throw decorations out of the reception hall damaging them and made everyone get out. It was an odd question considering the venue was booked until 11pm. I would have expected the owner to alert those cleaning up that a tablecloth was missing and if not found by the end time, the couple would be billed for it. Pretty standard protocol with venue rentals. Lastly, we learned this couple insisted their last payment for the venue be in cash and made a joke saying "because it's untraceable". As of the time the sheriffs arrived after the owners kicked us out, they had not provided an itemized receipt to the wedding couple for what the final payment was for. The amount was just under $13k. When asked, the woman owner said she had it in her papers somewhere and she would email it. The payment was provided 3 weeks prior. STAY FAR FAR AWAY! read more

From the moment my wife and I arrived at Ivy Hall, we were struck by the beauty of the venue. However, that impression quickly turned into disappointment as we became aware of the distressing experiences faced by the bride, her coordinators, and the wedding party. This was a wedding attended by Mayors, doctors, lawyers, social media influencers, you name it, they were there. The hostesses, who are personal friends of mine, immediately informed me that the owners had been rude and uncooperative throughout the morning. Upon further inquiry, I learned that the mistreatment had begun the day before at the rehearsal, to the extent that the bride even considered canceling her wedding--an option she could not pursue due to the substantial cash payment of nearly $13,000 she had already made. Shockingly, she was not provided with a receipt for over three weeks, and not until police intervention was, she even provided with a picture of a receipt. Additionally, I find it highly concerning that the owner allegedly stated, "Cash is untraceable" and requested payment exclusively through cash or Cash App. This raises serious ethical and legal concerns regarding business practices and financial transparency. On the wedding day, the situation deteriorated further when the wedding party was denied access to areas of the venue that had been previously promised for their use. When one of the wedding coordinators attempted to seek clarification and ensure the bride had the best experience possible, the owners escalated the situation by calling the sheriff. Although the officers handled the situation professionally and without unnecessary disruption, it remains unclear why such extreme measures were taken. As a result, two coordinators were escorted off the property, creating difficulties for the clean-up crew. Following the reception, the female owner abruptly entered the venue and aggressively demanded to know the whereabouts of a black tablecloth. When one of the hostesses addressed her disrespectful attitude, the owners responded by demanding that everyone leave immediately. The bride, her wedding party and staff, remaining guests who stayed to help clean, were all forced to vacate the venue, and the remaining items could not be retrieved until the following day. Disturbingly, the owners and their daughter were heard shouting profanities at those present, further highlighting their blatant disregard for professionalism and customer service. This entire experience was appalling and completely unacceptable for a venue that claims to specialize in hosting one of the most important days of a couple's life. The actions of Ivy Hall's owners not only disrupted a special occasion but also demonstrated a shocking lack of professionalism, integrity, and basic hospitality. Furthermore, given the concerns regarding financial transactions and the lack of proper documentation, it may be necessary for regulatory authorities to review Ivy Hall's operations. For anyone considering Ivy Hall as their wedding venue, I strongly advise against it. No couple should have to endure the level of stress, disrespect, and disorganization that my friends faced on their wedding day. A venue should be a place of joy and celebration, not hostility and chaos. I could elaborate further on the numerous issues that arose at Ivy Hall that day, but I will conclude by stating this: If you are seeking a venue that lacks professionalism, treats its clients and their guests with disrespect, and operates with questionable business practices, then Ivy Hall is the place for you. However, if you want your special day to be marked by professionalism, hospitality, and cherished memories, I strongly advise you to look elsewhere--because Ivy Hall is not the venue that will provide that experience. read more

I cannot begin to express the heartbreak and trauma that my family, especially my sister and her husband, endured at Ivy Hall on Yankee Hall Road in Greenville NC on March 1,2025, what was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives. What should have been a beautiful, joy-filled celebration ended in devastation because of the shocking, cruel, and completely unprofessional behavior of the venue's owners--a husband, wife, and their daughter. At the beginning, these owners present themselves as caring and compassionate individuals who understand how to run a business and are dedicated to making a Bride's dream come true . However that's alllllll FAKE. They want your money and actually treat you like trash on the day of the event. Upon arrival on the afternoon of the bridal rehearsal there were signs of hostility and an utter lack of warmth. The wife/owner is extremely cold and displays a rude and disrespectful manner while wearing her sorority paraphernalia attire (Alpha Kappa Alpha) on both days of the event......extremely casual and unprofessional. Even with all of that we never imagined the nightmare that would unfold at the end of the night. As my sister--the radiant, joyful bride--and her husband, along with their wedding party, were simply gathering their belongings and clearing the venue, they were met with an unimaginable level of aggression and disrespect from the owners. Instead of extending even the most basic human courtesy, they chose to escalate the situation in the most heartless way possible. The incident was all over a single black table cloth that the owner demanded was missing. And then, the unthinkable happened. The newlyweds and wedding party were evicted--yes, evicted--from the property as if they were criminals, simply for ensuring the space was left as expected. This type of hostility was so severe to the bride, groom and those who stood beside them on their special day. The sheriffs department was called to the premises as my sister requested a receipt to reflect that her bill was paid in full and that she did not own the owners any additional money. She had requested this receipt several times from the wife owner who consistently stated that she would email the receipt but never did. Keep in mind the owner requested payment in the form of cash only or Cashapp. My sister had paid over $13,000 in cash!!!!! The humiliation, the pain, and the sheer disbelief of that moment will never leave us nor our family and friends. No bride should ever have to experience this level of mistreatment, especially on what should be the most magical day of her life. The way these owners treated my sister and her husband was beyond unacceptable--it was cruel, heartless, and downright abusive. I wouldn't wish this experience on anyone. If you are considering IVY HALL for your wedding or any event I beg you to think ONE MILLION TIMES before selecting this venue then think TWO MILLION more. No beautiful setting is worth the risk of having your most precious memories tainted by people who have no regard for kindness, professionalism, or basic decency. My sister deserved better. Every couple deserves better. Please, don't let what happened to us happen to you. Stay far away from the venue and this couple. They are some of the most cruelest people I have ever encountered in my nearly 60 years on earth!!!!!!!! FIND YOU ANOTHER venue for your special day! read more

DON'T Book this place they ruined my Aunt Day! Just horrible! Terrible management and customer service!

Wow, what an absolutely hidden gem of an event venue located minutes from Greenville NC! This house has been lovingly renovated and restored over the years to showcase all of its historic beauty while being equipped with modern amenities for truly an ideal event setup. The house is beautiful, the grounds are well maintained, the parking is plentiful and the location is convenient to major highways despite it being set off the main road. Wanda, who owns/manages/runs the venue, was such a sweet host and genuinely wanted to make sure everyone was happy and everything went according to plan. I attended a bridal shower here that took place in the foyer/living room/dining area of Yankee Hall. The setup allowed for ample room to have an expansive buffet, a room dedicated to gifts and a sitting area, and plenty of room to mingle and socialize with guests in between. The area is centered by an absolutely beautiful twisting staircase that made for really pretty staged group photos. We were all amateurs with iPhones- I can't imagine some of the angles a true photographer could have captured in this home. We were graciously allowed to look around the ballroom which was just so ornate and glamorous- it truly was a grand ballroom. The painted ceiling, the columns, the light fixtures... every single aspect of this home is well thought out and simply beautiful. Off of the ballroom was a side porch with string lights offering a great outdoor area and access to the backyard with a gorgeous gazebo overlooking country views. The ballroom was set with tables, gold chairs, place settings and floral arrangements. It looked ready to host a wedding that night, but I believe it was a staged setting to inspire ideas for visitors viewing venue before booking. Yankee Hall was the perfect place for a wedding shower and I imagine it would be just as ideal for an engagement party, rehearsal dinner, birthday, anniversary, luncheon, family reunion, company dinner, etc. Honestly, I believe this place could host any type of event and do it well! read more

Yankee Hall - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

II Directed a Wedding this past weekend for Paula and Jared at Yankee Hall! EVERYTHING WAS AWESOME!!! Wanda and Judy were the BEST!! You felt as if you were Family! They were attentive, and patient to our every need. Even changes at the last minute, they were helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious, and the staff were friendly and had serving attitudes! I highly recommend Yankee Hall to anyone that is interested in planning an event. I have had many events over my 30 year career with Home Interiors, and they are at the TOP of most caring, beautiful, and creative! B Carroll read more

I booked my wedding here in September for May and in March I was told that my wedding was double booked and I could no longer have my date. When trying to figure out this whole situation the owner hung up on me multiple times and was always too busy to help me. Do not let the beauty of this venue fool you when planning your wedding or party here. The owner is way too overwhelmed to take care of the place and is very rude. She is hard to get a hold of and if you do get a hold of her to meet with her she most of the time will forget. My wedding is not the first to be double booked apparently it happens very often at this venue. She also loves to over charge you and not tell you about it until it's too late for you to do anything. The cons of this place greatly overwhelm the pros here. read more

We have held our prom here the past two years. The staff have been wonderful to work with and have helped our students have the prom exactly the way they want it. Prices are reasonable and service is excellent. read more

I was having a hard time finding a place to get married that fit what we wanted and fit our budget. A friend recommended Yankee Hall Plantation. When I arrived at the house I was a little surprised to see this amazing beautiful house right off of a major highway. Not only was the house amazing the staff were super on it. I dropped everything off on Friday night and when I arrived Saturday afternoon everything was set up exactly as I had explained it to Wanda. During the getting ready and the reception I was only asked a couple questions but the rest of the time the staff knew what to do. The food wasn't only hot and available for a long time it tasted amazing. The bartender was very quick with people's request and all of the wait staff were very quick to remove plates and were always available but not in an obnoxious way. Yankee Hall made our wedding (that wasn't a very expensive or outrageous event) look classy and romantic, exactly what I wanted. We got married Oct 27th, the weekend Sandy hit and I was disappointed to have my wedding ceremony in the ballroom but the way they set up the ceremony it didn't seem like it was the ballroom. I would recommend Yankee Hall Plantation to anyone needing a wedding venue in eastern NC. Only complaint: no email, everything is phone and paper. But it worked and nothing slipped through so it's clearly working for them. =) read more

We had our parent's 50th anniversary party at Yankee Hall. It was wonderful and beautifully decorated. Wanda met with us several times and was patient and provided everything we wanted! I think the key here is to have good communication and let them know exactly what you want. They decorated in ivory and gold and it was beautiful. The food was delicious, dessert homemade, and the bar stayed open the entire time we were there. My guests from up north were excited to be able to tour the old mansion and took lots of pictures. They still talk about how wonderful it was! The ballroom was transformed and we danced under the dome! One word of warning, they are popular and booked far in advance, esp on Saturdays! Only because this is such a wonderful place! Would use again in a heartbeat! :) read more