The Merrimon-Wynne corporate Experience

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We invite you to experience Downtown Raleigh’s top indoor-outdoor venue for your next corporate gathering. The Merrimon-Wynne House was originally built in 1876 and has been carefully restored to its original grandeur. Alongside the historic Main House, our Carriage House was built in 2016 with expansive grounds that accommodate up to 250 guests. With an abundance of natural light and high ceilings, this space is perfect for seated dinners and presentations. This space opens up to our private outdoor lawn that is the perfect setting for cocktail-style receptions, networking events, or team building activities.


We’re proud to be a trusted space for companies to connect, gather, and celebrate for over 10 years. As a team, we strive to provide a luxury experience from the time you tour to the day of your event! Our reputation precedes us and we do everything we can to exceed client expectations with our trusted experience, guidance, and genuine support.

OUR SPACES

THE MAIN HOUSE

The Main House has a variety of spaces that can be used to create an intimate ceremony, mix and mingle cocktail hour or even an elegant dinner and reception! With large floor-to-ceiling windows, a neutral backdrop and unique chandeliers, every room has the perfect setting for your event.

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THE CARRIAGE HOUSE

The Carriage House can host a variety of events for your day from cocktail hour to award ceremonies and dancing. The space holds up to 250 guests for a seated dinner or mingling style event utilizing the pergola area. It is the perfect complement to the main house’s rich character and neutral canvas. Chandeliers and crystal sconces carry throughout both spaces and accentuate the natural light that floods in during the day.

THE LAWN

The Lawn allows your guests to experience the beautiful North Carolina weather under a canopy of century-old trees. With luscious landscaping outlining the grounds, this outdoor setting becomes the perfect cocktail hour, team-building games, or elevated seated dinners. It can accommodate up to 300 guests and can have a tent or market lights added to create an elevated, intentional feel in the middle of downtown Raleigh.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY RENTAL?


VENUE INVENTORY


200 natural bentwood Chairs


20 Cocktail Tables

can be adjusted to hightop or bistro style height


(25) 8' Rectangular Tables


Two 48" Round Tables


Five white wooden bar fronts


Two Indoor Lounge Sets


One Outdoor Lounge Set


Lawn Games

cornhole, bocce ball, giant jenga


10 White Market Umbrellas


Propane Fire Pit


Two Propane Patio Heaters


VENUE FEATURES


Full-Day Access

  • Exclusive use of entire property during your event
  • Events can go until 11 PM with breakdown by midnight
  • Option to add additional morning hours (inquire with us)

Location & Convenience

  • Walkable to 100+ restaurants and bars
  • Within one mile of 10 downtown hotels and numerous Airbnbs
  • 20 minutes from RDU International Airport

Event Spaces & Capacity

  • The Carriage House seats up to 250 guests
  • Pergola is enclosed and climate-controlled
  • Indoor and Outdoor space available

Included Services

  • All-Inclusive Package and access to our Corporate Planner to work through the logistics with you
  • In-house bar services, including permits and staffing
  • Access to our exclusive vendor list 
  • Seasonal Holiday decorations including wreaths, garland, and Christmas trees
  • Ample evening and weekend parking
  • Accessible space for shuttle services and valet services

Available Add-Ons

  • Photobooth
  • Market Lights
  • Audio Visual Needs
  • Florals 
  • Entertainment 
  • Photography 
  • Valet Parking 


PRICING INFORMATION

2025-2026 PRICING

Inquire for discounted rates on remaining dates

Monday - Wednesday | $2,000

Thursday | $5,000 (50% off when booked within 6 months)

Friday | $9,800 (50% off when booked within 6 months)

Saturday | $13,000 (50% of when booked within 6 months)

Sunday | $7,800 (50% off when booked within 6 months)

A $1,000 surcharge will be added to all holiday dates

The rental rate is inclusive of all taxes and fees associated with the venue.

CURATED VENDOR LIST

At Merrimon-Wynne, we understand that successful corporate events comes down to intentional planning and seamless day-of execution. Thats why we provide a dedicated venue coordinator on the day of your event. Our corporate event planner is available for planning support, coordination with our approved vendor list, and managing any event logistics.


Each of these vendors has been carefully selected for their exceptional service, deep understanding of our venue, and proven expertise in the hospitality industry. Plus, they’re simply a joy to work with.


We do require that both your planner, caterer, florist, and rentals come from the approved list, and we are unable to make exceptions to this policy.

For all other vendors selections, we recommend browsing our Preferred Vendor List.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Do you offer Audio-Visual or tech support?

    Yes! Our trusted vendor partners offer audio-visual packages for presentations, speeches, or entertainment, and we’ll guide you in choosing the ideal setup for your event needs.

  • Are there nearby hotels for out-of-town guests?

    Absolutely! We’re just a 7 minute walk from The Hyatt House Downtown and within a mile of over 12 more hotels! Our recommended accommodations can be found here!


  • What is the maximum amount of guests that The Merrimon-Wynne House can comfortably accommodate?

    The Carriage House can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated buffet or plated meal with a dance floor, including use of the pergola. For a cocktail-style event with stations, the space comfortably hosts up to 250 guests mingling. The lawn may also be tented to accommodate up to 275 guests.