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Bride and Groom hold each other standing on a staircase at the Elms Hotel

Haunted Halls & Gentle Hearts

Samantha & Chase

Outside the Elms Hotel, bride and groom walk and smile at each other

Wedding

The Elms Hotel and Spa

December 21st, 2025

An infectious smile, a timeless gentleman, and the historic grandeur of The Elms. This intimate indoor ceremony was a flawless, lighthearted celebration stripped down to its absolute most beautiful essentials.

Samantha and Chase decided early on that a stressful, hyper-traditional wedding wasn't for them. They craved intimacy, historic character, and an experience completely focused on their effortless commitment to one another. The storied halls of The Elms Hotel and Spa provided the ultimate dramatic backdrop for their vows.


The morning was lighthearted and quiet, spent getting ready with an electric sense of anticipation. They embraced the striking contrast of the venue's moody history and her radiant, non-stop laughter, exchanging private smiles as Chase gently guided her heavy train. There were no rigid expectations or lingering nerves to adhere to, allowing me to simply document the striking contrast of their zero-stress devotion against the grand, architectural environment.


After the ceremony, they sought refuge in the elegant corners of the spa resort, warming up in each other's presence while pulling out chairs and sharing quiet jokes. It was an incredibly grounding day, proving that sometimes the most meaningful celebrations require nothing more than excited butterflies and a perfect gentleman by your side.

close up of wedding rings in ring box
Outside the Elms Hotel, bride and groom walk and smile at each other
Bride and groom kiss each other outside the elms hotel
bride and groom kiss each other holding out their rings in the elms hotel
Bride rides on luggage cart goom is pushing smiling at the camera in the elms hotel
close up of groom holding bride from behind at the elms hotel
Bride and Groom hold each other standing on a staircase at the Elms Hotel
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