Melissa & Travis

We can't wait to share our special day with you.

Saturday September 18, 2021

Marshville, NC

1408 days 13 hrs 47 mins ago

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Story

Thanks to mutual taps of a heart icon on Match the week before, I excitedly hopped out of my car and shuffled through the rain into a lively Phoenix restaurant for a first date over breakfast with Travis. Three hours later, before leaving the parking lot of the restaurant, I sent the following text to one of my closest friends: “I’m going to marry him.” I'm not saying I'm always right, but six months later at that same restaurant, Travis popped the question for the honor to be partners for a lifetime. Don't be fooled, those six months threw a flurry of challenging events our way, including the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet through each hurdle, we’ve jumped as a team. With each moment of joy, we’ve laughed as best friends. For anything that comes our way, we're each other's everything. We're so excited to embark on our next chapter and couldn't imagine taking that leap without you by our side to celebrate!

Schedule

Friday, September 17, 2021

Guest Shuttle 🚐 - Randy Hager (driver), Cell: (704) 641-6090

6:00 PM

You enjoy the wine, we'll provide the ride! Available to all guests, our shuttle will arrive at the Fairfield Inn & Suites at 6:00 PM (sharp!) to provide a lift to the welcome party at Treehouse Vineyards (and make a quick stop at an Airbnb along the way). For your convenience, the shuttle will remain at the vineyard throughout the event should you need to leave early. For those staying at the Holiday Inn Express, the Fairfield Inn & Suites pickup location is only a three-minute walk away!

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Monroe, Williams Road, Monroe, NC, USA

Welcome Party - Treehouse Vineyards

6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

All wedding guests are invited to join us for a welcome party to kick off the weekend! Featured in Delish magazine, we'll celebrate at the renown Treehouse Vineyards. Under a treehouse with a glass of wine in hand, enjoy the sunset and a barbecue dinner from Tripadvisor's #1 voted restaurant in Monroe: The Smoke Pit. Following a private rehearsal dinner, the wedding party will arrive shortly after the celebration begins for mingling under the stars and signature wine concoctions by the fire.

Casual

Treehouse Vineyards, Bay Street, Monroe, NC, USA

Guest Shuttle 🚐 - Randy Hager (driver), Cell: (704) 641-6090

9:30 PM

Our guest shuttle will begin boarding at 9:30 PM and make its final departure at 9:45 PM back to the Fairfield Inn & Suites for a solid night's rest before Saturday's main event!

Treehouse Vineyards, Bay Street, Monroe, NC, USA

Saturday, September 18, 2021

Guest Shuttle 🚐 - Randy Hager (driver), Cell: (704) 641-6090

4:10 PM

Available to all guests (especially you city folk who aren't accustomed to driving dark, winding roads), our shuttle will arrive at the Fairfield Inn & Suites at 4:10 PM (on the dot) to provide a ride to the wedding (and make a quick stop at an Airbnb along the way). For your convenience, the shuttle will stay at the venue throughout the event should you need to leave early. For those staying at the Holiday Inn Express, the Fairfield Inn & Suites pickup location is only a three-minute walk away!

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Monroe, Williams Road, Monroe, NC, USA

Wedding Ceremony and Reception

5:30 PM

We're getting married! On cherished family property (you'll recognize the venue from the artwork featured on our invitations), we'd like to share exchanging our vows and the moment of our union as husband and wife with those we consider most important in our lives (you). While the ceremony starts at 5:30, we suggest arriving 30 minutes early to venture your ride through the driveway and make your way to the ceremony site behind the main house. A celebration of love, dinner and dancing to follow!

Cocktail Attire

5214 Old Goldmine Road, Marshville, NC, USA

Guest Shuttle 🚐 - Randy Hager (driver), Cell: (704) 641-6090

11:00 PM

After the newlyweds' grand exit, the guest shuttle will begin boarding at 11:00 PM and make its final departure at 11:15 PM back to the Fairfield Inn & Suites. We're so grateful to each and every one of you for traveling from near and far to celebrate our next chapter!

5214 Old Goldmine Road, Marshville, NC, USA

Travel

Getting In

We recommend flying into the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Marshville is a rural, small town (population of 2,800!) located about 45 minutes outside of Charlotte.

It's important to note that the remote location of our celebration will play a vital role in your travel plans. We've established multiple options to help plan your Marshville adventure! As a reference for the area, the nearest two larger towns from Marshville are Monroe, NC (15 minutes west of Marshville) and Matthews, NC (25 minutes northwest of Marshville). While we suggest making your accommodations in Monroe, you're more than welcome to stay in Charlotte and enjoy all the sights the city has to offer!

Getting to Marshville

For all guests, we've established a complimentary shuttle (picking up and dropping off at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Monroe) for a ride to and from our celebrations on both Friday and Saturday. Check out the "Schedule" section of our website for shuttle information. For those from out-of-town, we suggest a rental car for your transportation from the airport and around Marshville (or to explore nearby Charlotte!). There are several rental car options available from the Charlotte airport (see the "Travel" page on our site to access more information on rental car options). It's worth noting that because of Marshville's rural location, Uber or Lyft services in and out of Marshville aren't options to depend on. However, the services are available in Monroe and Matthews.

Rental Car or Guest Shuttle

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Monroe, Williams Road, Monroe, NC, USA

The Fairfield Inn & Suites is where we have the first of two our room blocks, with a limited number of rooms available for a discounted rate of $104 per night (original rate is $134 per night). To book a room at this rate, please click the "Visit Online" link below or, if calling the hotel to make your reservation, mention the Pella/Howell wedding. Please book your room no later than August 17, 2021 (although the bride sweet talked the hotel, so they may make an exception!) to ensure you receive the discounted rate and an available room in our block. The Fairfield Inn & Suites is also the designated pickup and drop-off location for our complimentary guest shuttle for the weekend's hosted celebrations. Please check out the "Schedule" section of our website for additional shuttle information.

marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi

980-290-2190

1825 Williams Rd, Monroe, NC 28110, USA

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Monroe, West Roosevelt Boulevard, Monroe, NC, USA

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is where we have the second of two our room blocks, with a limited number of rooms available for a discounted rate of $109 per night (original rate is $138 per night). Room updates to a suite are available for a discounted rate of $129 per night. To book a room at these rates, please click the "Visit Online" link below or, if calling the hotel to make your reservation, mention the Pella/Howell wedding. Please book your room no later than August 26, 2021 to ensure you receive the discounted rate and an available room in our block. As a note, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a three-minute walk from our complimentary guest shuttle pickup and drop-off location at the Fairfield Inn & Suites. For additional shuttle information, please check out the "Shuttle" section of our website.

ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/hotel/rooms

704-774-1779

2505 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110, USA

Stay at a Historic Log Cabin

Overlooking a large pond and surrounded by woods, this historic log cabin guest house is outfitted with a queen bed, clawfoot tub, eat-in kitchen, small living room and a front porch with rocking chairs. Completing the experience of true Southern hospitality, free breakfast and dinner is available to all guests.

Sleeps up to 2 guests. Located approximately 25 minutes from Marshville.

airbnb.com/rooms/17119889

Matthews, NC, USA

Stay at a Modern Oasis

The Rooney Residence on Stevens Mill features cozy spaces to gather with friends and family and is minutes from everything you need to enjoy Matthews and the surrounding area! Escape to relaxation, peaceful nights, and beautiful sunsets. Chic modern touches can be found throughout the home and the outdoor living space is simply stunning.

Sleeps up to 10 guests. Located approximately 25 minutes from Marshville.

airbnb.com/rooms/44433171

Matthews, NC, USA

Stay at a Treehouse on a Vineyard

Nestled within the Treehouse Vineyards property, three treehouses are available for overnight stays. Each treehouse is a unique design that sleeps 2-8 guests. This is the perfect place to unplug, wine and unwind.

Sleeps between 2-8 guests, dependent on treehouse. Located approximately 15 minutes from Marshville.

Monroe, NC, USA

Notable Restaurants in and Around Marshville

Things to do in and Around Marshville

Four Mile Creek Greenway (Matthews, NC)

Reed Gold Mine (Midland, NC)

Colonel Francis Beatty Park (Matthews, NC)

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Suggested Stay:

Thu, September 16 - Sun, September 19

Marshville, NC, USA

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Q & A

For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!

What is the venue of the ceremony and reception?

We're incredibly proud to hold our special day at the home of Travis' parents, Robert and Vicki. In fact, their home is even featured on our wedding invitations! The property, fondly known as "The Farm," or more formally, "Howell and Sons Farm," spreads nearly 500 acres and has been in the Howell family since 1798. A location filled with generations of memories, Travis spent a great deal of his childhood camping and exploring the then vacant property during family getaways from his hometown of Marion, South Carolina. Following their retirements, Robert and Vicki spent years building the home of their dreams on the land, which has transpired into the wedding venue of our dreams. It seems only fitting for such a heartfelt place to be the location where two families merge and we can't wait to share it with you. The address and a map of The Farm can be found in the "Schedule" section of our website.

Can I bring a date?

Please check the names of those addressed on the envelopes of your save the date and invitations, including whether "and guest" is written, for information on who is invited to join the celebration.

Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

Our wedding ceremony and social hour is outdoors, but our reception is hosted in a tent.

What will the weather be like?

Welcome to September in North Carolina! During the day, the weather in Marshville and its surrounding areas should be beautiful in the mid-80s, but will get chilly at night in the low-60s. Please bring some warm layers for the evening, we don't want anyone freezing their bu...well you get the point ; )

What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?

Calling all ladies! Do not wear stiletto heels. I repeat, do not wear stiletto heels. There are a bunch of grassy/dirt areas that you might have to walk in so wear chunky heels, flats or sandals. Can't have any of you ruining nice shoes or breaking any ankles.

Will transportation be provided for both out-of-town and local guests?

Are kids welcome?

As much as we love your little ones, we have opted to host a small, intimate ceremony of around 50 attendees. To ensure our nearest and dearest (you!) can be a part of our special day, with the exception of the children of the wedding party, we have limited the celebration to adults only.

Will alcohol be served?

Due to the remote location of the ceremony and reception venue (including unlit, winding roads) and for the safety of our beloved friends and family attending our special day, we will be hosting a dry wedding. Don't fret! We have some things up our sleeves to ensure you have a great time!

What time should I arrive?

The ceremony starts at 5:30 pm but we ask that you arrive at least 30 minutes early to venture your ride through the driveway (it's long enough to worth mentioning - a mile to be exact!) and make your way to the ceremony site located behind the main house. The groom is rather punctual. The bride... she's working on it!

When is the RSVP deadline?

Kindly RSVP by August 7, 2021 : )

Registry

Your presence is enough of a present to us! But for those of you who are stubborn, we've put together a wishlist for our honeymoon in Paris, Munich and Stuttgart to help you out.

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