🎉 Why a Three-Day Wedding at Logie Country House Beats a One-Day Wedding Anywhere Else (Every Time!) 💍✨
When you compare an exclusive use wedding vs hotel wedding, the differences are staggering! At Logie Country House, you get more than just a venue — you get a three-day celebration packed with laughter, freedom, and unforgettable moments, not just a rushed hotel timetable.
When you skim this, one thing should stand out: you barely get time to enjoy your guests at a one-day wedding— but at Logie Country House, you get a whole weekend of memories. Let’s break it down:
| Aspect | Hotel Wedding (1 Day) | Logie Country House Wedding (3 Days) |
|---|---|---|
| 🎒 Arrival | Guests arrive late morning, check in over hours, go to rooms. | You arrive ahead of time, deliver food, drinks & your alcohol, set up, chat with your (free) wedding coordinator, relax. |
| 💄 Getting Ready | Hair & makeup in your hotel room, staff rushing to set up | Hair & makeup in a spacious bridal suite, any one of the other 17 bedrooms, or grand reception rooms. The ballroom already fully set up, no stress |
| 💒 Ceremony | Wedding + reception all packed in an afternoon-evening, the only time to talk to guests | Ceremony with a full day ahead, time to relax, laugh, enjoy with no stress. |
| 🍾 Food & Drink | Pay hotel prices for every drink, guests buy drinks at hotel bar | Bring your own alcohol and food for the days before, after, and even for the wedding. |
| 🍽️ Evening | Midnight/1 am: couple says goodbye, see guests briefly at breakfast | Dance until 1 am, then hot tub, fireside chats, stargazing, late-night snacks. Up for a late breakfast with everyone the day after. |
| 🍳 The Next Day | Your guests check out after breakfast by 10–11 am, everyone parts ways | Lazy breakfast, barbecues, Highland games, walks, films, laughs, more memories |
| 🏡 Venue Feel | Often multiple weddings, strangers wandering about | Private 160-acre estate, exclusive use, no strangers, your own private world |
| 🛌 Guest Rooms | Guests pay hotel rates, scattered rooms | Guest accommodation included in price, subtle cost-sharing options if desired (We have a really subtle way of asking for guest contributions for accommodation. Click here to see how. |
| 🎉 Extras | One ballroom, one night, one rushed memory | Outdoor hot tubs, fishing, football, snooker, indoor pool, cinema, Xbox, playground, BBQs, + more |
| ⏰ Checkout | 10–11 am sharp, later checkout available for a fee, rushed goodbyes | Noon on Monday, slow goodbyes, final laughs, no rush |
⏱️ Typical One Day Wedding Timeline
- 11 am: Couple + bridal party arrive, go straight to rooms
- 12–2 pm: Guests slowly check in, staff still setting up banqueting room
- 2–3 pm: Hair & makeup
- 3 pm: Ceremony, photos, rushed canapés
- 6 pm: Dinner, speeches, quick chats with guests
- 8 pm–12/1 am: Band, dancing, final rounds, couple heads to bed
- 7–9 am: Breakfast, say goodbye to everyone
- 10–11 am: Check out, & home
🌟 Typical Three-Day Exclusive Use Wedding at Logie Country House
- Day 1 (Friday): Early arrival (Before checking, or even the afternoon before) to drop off food/drinks (yes — your own supermarket alcohol or catering!), meet the wedding coordinator, set up games or entertainment, guests start arriving from 1 pm, enjoy hot tubs, games room, cinema, fishing, playground, evening meal (BBQ, pizza, caterers, granny’s famous lasagna), fireside chats or hot tub dips, no stress
- Day 2 (Saturday): Lazy breakfast, hair & makeup with no rush, guests get ready at their pace, ceremony at 2pm, epic wedding day with air-conditioned, soundproof ballroom, band, candy cart, dancefloor + bar in one room (no one hiding in a side lounge!), reasonable bar prices. Night ends around 1 am, retreat to hot tubs or fireside chats, snacks, drinks
- Day 3 (Sunday): Sleep in, brunch or barbecue, Highland games, football, countryside walks, laughter, time to actually be with the friends and family you love, all still on your own food and drink if you wish
- Monday: Noon checkout, relaxed goodbyes, no rush
✅ Why Logie Country House Wins (Every Time!)
- 💖 Three full days together, not one rushed afternoon
- 🏰 Private, exclusive 160-acre estate, not a busy hotel
- 🔥 Hot tubs, fire pits, cinema, Pool, games — endless entertainment
- 🍔 Bring your own food + drink or hire in amazing caterers
- 🥂 Guests enjoy free drinks if you wish, or you can politely arrange cost sharing
- 🛌 Guest rooms included, with subtle cost-sharing if desired
- 🕰️ No early checkout — enjoy every moment
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💎 Voted Best Exclusive Use Wedding Venue in the Highlands for the last 8 years? 🏆✨
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🐮 And we have real-life tame Highland cows — the perfect photobombers for your wedding pictures?
✨ A Wedding is Just a Day — A Logie Country House Wedding is a Lifetime Memory ✨
🌿 Some Amazing Benefits of a 3-Day Exclusive-Use Wedding at Logie Country House
🕰️ Custom timetable; no fixed hotel meal times or check-in slots
🎶 Flexible entertainment: silent disco, bouncy castle, karaoke
🎀 Personal styling: decorate every space as you wish
🐾 Pet-friendly: bring dogs or pets
👩🍳 Private kitchen (x3): cook your own meals or bring in food trucks on non wedding days
🍷 Personal alcohol choices: craft beers, cocktails, special bottles
🚪 Exclusive access: no other weddings or strangers in sight
🌳 Outdoor freedom: lawn games, outdoor ceremonies, Highland games
🎮 Unique spaces: cinema room, snooker, Xboxs, gaming tournaments
🛋️ Guest comfort: fully unpack, relax, not just overnight stay
🥂 Pre-wedding bonding: drinks or games the night before
🍳 Post-wedding fun: recovery brunch, lawn games, spa day
💸 No hotel bar tabs: provide or bring own drinks
🔄 No venue switching: ceremony, reception, accommodation all together
🔥 Late-night flexibility: bonfire, late swim, fireside chats
🎁 Personal touches: welcome hampers, personalised rooms
📸 Memory-making: three days of photos and moments
👨👩👧👦 No rushed goodbyes: spend real time with loved ones
🍽️ DIY or luxe: mix high-end catering with DIY meals
💼 Dream team vendors: your own suppliers
😬 A few Perceived Cons (and How to Overcome Them)
💰 Higher cost → guests contribute to accommodation (like they would at a hotel)
📋 More planning → use Logie’s free wedding coordinator
🛒 Provide your own alcohol → buy at supermarket for everything other than the wedding itself.
🎨 No set package → design exactly what you want with no minimum guest numbers
👩🍳 Self-catering can feel like more work → hire caterers or local takeaways
🛎️ Some guests expect hotel services → explain it’s a house-party vibe
🧩 More space to manage → assign friends or family to help organise
🙋♀️ Not full-service staff → GREAT! no one telling you what you can and can’t do
📆 Several day commitment → most guests love a mini holiday!
📅 Mid-Week Weddings — Even More Time to Celebrate! All Year Round
🌅 Early check-in: Arrive as early as 7:00 am on Tuesday morning to settle in and start your celebration.
💍 Tuesday wedding: Enjoy your big day with plenty of time, no rush or stress.
🍳 Day-after relaxation: Spend all Wednesday relaxing with your guests, enjoying the house, estate, and activities.
🛌 Slow goodbyes: Check out at noon on Thursday — no early morning stress.
🎉 Two days, one price: Even mid-week, you get the exclusive, relaxed experience without hotel restrictions.
✨ Exclusive Use Wedding: The Best Choice for Lasting Memories
Logie Country House gives you the flexibility to create a full, rich experience — and smart couples cover costs by sharing guest accommodation, bringing their own drinks, and designing a celebration that’s truly theirs.
📞 Contact Us
Ready to plan your unforgettable three-day wedding at Logie Country House? We’d love to hear from you! Visit our contact page or email us directly to check availability, ask questions, or arrange a private tour. Let’s make your dream wedding a reality! 💌
