Sleepy Creek Vineyards
Romeo and Juliet. Wine and Weddings. Some pairings just make sense! Sleepy Creek Vineyards provides you and your guests an escape from ordinary. Not your average landscape, our grounds boasts 10 acres of vineyards, a tree-lined pond, and horse barn perfect for photo backdrops. The outside Hitch’n Shack where our outdoor ceremonies take place is nestled beside the natural backdrop of our vineyard for a picture perfect ceremony. Wine down in our B&W retreat before your event. The B&W can be used as a lavish dressing area for the Bride/bridal party and doubles as a honeymoon retreat for the Bride & Groom.
Our venue is located behind the winery overlooking the vineyard and is dubbed as The “Dragonfly!” The seating capacity is approximately up to 250. The Dragonfly features a 5,000 square foot main hall, with another 1,200 square feet of bathrooms, utility rooms, and non-catering kitchenette. It is decorated with vintage chandeliers & décor giving it its rustic shabby romantic charm. While holding your event in the Dragonfly, you can enjoy 20 foot tall cathedral ceilings covered in knotty pine, along with side walls finished in 100 year old authentic barn siding! Perhaps the most memorable part of your experience in the Dragonfly is the 100 feet of full length glass doors that can slide open (or remain closed) during your event. Even with the doors closed, you can bring the outside beauty of the vineyard inside with you for that picture perfect event.
Planning an event in the dead of Winter? No worries, the Dragonfly features state-of-the-art in floor heat that provides a warm atmosphere that is comfy and cozy at the same time. The Dragonfly also has A/C if your event occurs during the dog-days of Summer. The Dragonfly is ready to host Parties of all kinds, Corporate Events, Weddings, Reunions, Fundraisers, and much more! Email us at info@sleepycreekvineyards or call us at 217-733-0330 to schedule a tour!
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
