Distinctive, photo-worthy decor and “extra touches” are part of completing the wedding experience. As a popular North Carolina estate wedding venue, the Oakhaven staff understands that little details make a lovely difference.

Discover how to make a signature wedding statement with Oakhaven’s amenities. Build a curated collection of decor and experiences that are just right for you. Learn about Experience Oakhaven’s “secret treasures” and how our amenities will add to your day.

Items from Oakhaven's Decor Closet as part of a daytime wedding tablescape.

Oakhaven’s Decor Closet

Oakhaven’s Decor Closet is a floor-to-ceiling treasure trove of design accessories. Easels or signage? No problem. An eclectic array of candlesticks and candelabras? Right here. Flameless candles? Of course. There are all sizes, including tapers. And tucked away are some statement pieces that might just work for your wedding.

The top 3 reasons couples love the Decor Closet

Oakhaven’s Wedding Manager Jeanette Wagoner understands the value for her couples raiding the Decor Closet. In her experience, here’s why so many Oakhaven couples make the Decor Closet part of their wedding design.

Huge Cost Savings: Renting or buying decor items separately can add up fast. With the Decor Closet, you get access to a wide variety of stylish, high-quality pieces without having to pay retail or rental rates for each item. It’s like having an entire design showroom at your fingertips.

Stress-Free Styling: No need to spend hours hunting down the “perfect” candlesticks, signs, or lanterns. Everything is curated, organized, and ready to use. Couples can walk in, get inspired, and walk out knowing their wedding will look professionally styled.

Sustainable and Convenient: Using what’s already available reduces waste and saves trips to big-box stores or last-minute Amazon orders. It’s eco-friendly, practical, and all on-site—no extra transport, setup, or cleanup hassle.

Personal items and candles for a sweetheart table at Oakhaven.

Blend the Decor Closet with your personal touches

The Decor Closet isn’t just for ceremony aisles and reception tables. Think guest book, cake and memory tables, entrance points to the ceremony, signage to direct guests, even your dessert station. At the end of the night, your coordinator just needs to pack up your personal items. No need to store things or try to sell them. For one low price, you’ll have access to everything in the Decor Closet. And if you book one of Oakhaven’s all-inclusive wedding packages, the Decor Closet is included, along with beautiful draping across the barn’s ceiling.

“For less than the cost of a single day-of rental truck or a last-minute Hobby Lobby run, you get access to thousands of dollars in beautiful wedding décor—all ready to go at Oakhaven.” Jeanette Wagoner, Oakhaven Wedding Manager

Other Oakhaven signature amenities

 A bride and groom walking down an outdoor ceremony aisle with ferns.

Greenery always adds a beautiful, natural decor element both indoors and out. Oakhaven’s ferns are an affordable way to enhance a ceremony aisle, grace the venue’s soaring stone fireplace, or be a part of sweetheart table decor. And remember, they’re easily transportable from ceremony and cocktail hour to reception. Let your floral designer know you’re making ferns part of your decor.

A couple celebrating their wedding vows with a dove release at Experience Oakhaven.

If you’ve taken a tour of Oakhaven (if not, please schedule one), you may have noticed the white doves on the barn roof. Oakhaven offers a dove release as a ceremony add-on to provide a symbolic and romantic touch.

A newlywed couple makes an entrance at Oakhaven with Cold Sparks.

Ceiling draping definitely brings a level of luxury to a venue. Even if you’re not booking an all-inclusive wedding package, you can still make Oakhaven’s dramatic ceiling draping (see above as well as at top of this post) part of your rental. Lights can also be added for an ethereal effect.

Cold Sparks are now an established part of any wedding reception entrance. And Oakhaven has its own. Just add them to your venue rental package. Cold sparks get everyone in the mood to celebrate!

A bride with a long veil blowing in the breeze standing next to Oakhaven's Model T golf cart.

Make a memorable arrival in Oakhaven’s Model T

Imagine your guests’ happy surprise when they see you arrive in Oakhaven’s Model T golf cart with our trademark on the grill. A driver comes with the car. You can also use it to transport the wedding party or guests who may need assistance to the ceremony. 

The Model T makes a one-of-a-dine backdrop for wedding photos. And since its arrival, practically every Oakhaven couple has made it part of their wedding day. 

Signature amenities for a wedding that feels uniquely you

Making a signature wedding statement is easy at Oakhaven. Just choose the amenities that align with your vision. And with four on-site homes, Oakhaven makes an ideal NC destination wedding venue. Ready to discover how stylish your day can be? Schedule your consultation today.

Images Courtesy Of: Lionel Faith Photography (reception space, aisle with ferns, dove release, Cold Sparks, Model T); Laurel Lane Boutique Wedding Photography (tablescape); Brittany Clapp Photography (sweetheart table with candles and cowboy hat).

About the Author: Patience Ergish

Patience Ergish
Patience Dibrell Ergish is the CEO & Owner of Oakhaven Properties. Patience oversees a premier country estate wedding venue located on a farm that’s been in her family for nearly 100 years. She holds a degree in horticultural science from North Carolina State University and you’ll see her handiwork all over Oakhaven. When she’s not busy sprucing up the grounds or decorating the property’s guest homes, you’ll find her spending time with her dog, digging in her own backyard, and practicing yoga.