Caleb and Lyndsey woke up bright and early and drove from western Tennessee to Pretty Place. Caleb had told Lyndsey that he had gotten them tickets for a special church service there that morning. Lyndsey tried looking it up and didn’t find it, so she figured that Caleb had gotten a place just in time before the event posting was removed. When they arrived, there was only one person in the chapel (me). When they got to the front of the cross, Caleb told Lyndsey that there was actually no church service, and that nobody else was coming. He got down on one knee right in front of the cross.
Caleb had told me that they’d both seen photos and videos of Pretty Place and just knew they’d have to see it themselves sometime. He read every detail on my blog and sent me screenshots of some of his favorite photos that I’ve taken there.
We were joined in the chapel by a few crows, but other than that, it was silent all around us. It was a beautiful fall morning and we could see for miles. Since there was a wedding right before our time slot, a piece from a fall bouquet was left at the chapel, which I used for some of the ring photos.
Caleb brought a beautiful Bible and asked to have some photos of the ring with some of his favorite verses about love. He also secretly brought a “Future Mrs” sweatshirt that a friend had made for Lyndsey. On the way out, we stopped at Caesars Head State Park and took a few photos there before Caleb and Lyndsey drove off to the Biltmore for the rest of the day.
Enjoy some of my favorite photos from Caleb and Lyndsey’s fall engagement at Pretty Place Chapel!
To read everything you need to know about engagement photos at Pretty Place Chapel, check out this post and read it thoroughly. If you’re still looking for a photographer, read more about my elopement and engagement photography!
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Alex and Sandi’s spring engagement photos at Pretty Place Chapel and Caesars Head State Park in Cleveland, South Carolina.
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My name is Christine (Scott) Gow and I’m an elopement photographer based out of Greenville, South Carolina. I’m a wife and a beagle mom. The three of us have visited beautiful places in every corner of South Carolina, to include all 48 of our state parks. We love finding new outdoor places to visit, but we also love hanging out on the couch and watching Pixar movies.
One thing I love about South Carolina is that it’s not just the beaches and colorful houses that you imagine when you picture it. Whether you’re looking for mountains, beaches, or anything in between; I can help you find the perfect place for the two of you and make it as smooth of a day as possible. No matter how you two choose to spend your day, I’m happy you’re doing it the way that you want.
I can’t wait to meet you!
Planning Resources
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Riversong Grove is an Airbnb in Cleveland, South Carolina that’s perfect for an elopement or microwedding.
Elopement and engagement photo ideas at Stumphouse Park in Oconee County, South Carolina.
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Where to take engagement photos in Greenville, SC at Christmas, and what else to do together that day.
Where to elope in state parks in South Carolina, including venues in and near the parks.
Here are some places to have an intimate wedding in upstate South Carolina! This post talks about logistics and gives a list of microwedding venues near Greenville, SC.
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Places to elope at Clemson University, including places on the main campus, botanical gardens, and Lake Hartwell!
What to know about eloping at Pretty Place Chapel in the mountains of South Carolina.
Pretty Place, or Fred W Symmes Chapel, is part of the YMCA Camp Greenville property in Cleveland (northern Greenville County), South Carolina. This is a tricky spot to plan for, so read all my insight here.
Here are some places to elope in South Carolina that aren’t the beach! Greenville, South Carolina is close to some amazing places to elope- mountains, waterfalls, gardens, lakes, and more!
Lake Jocassee in South Carolina, accessible through Devils Fork State Park.
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What to do near Greenville, South Carolina - recommendations for nature walks, sports, hiking, restaurants, and more!
Come see South Carolina’s best sunset in the mountains!
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Tyler and Christina’s mountain engagement photos at Caesars Head State Park and Table Rock State Park in upstate South Carolina.