About The Castle
"Once upon a time" there was a small shotgun shed in the cutest little town in Alabama. Two people fell in love and decided to make it their home. With a lot of love, blood, sweat, and tears, that tiny shed grew to be The Sterling Castle. What started to be a remodel job (a little paint and some throw pillows) quickly got out of hand and became something magical!
Victor and Misty Binkerd, owners of The Sterling Castle love ~Love~, and invite you to schedule a visit so we can discuss your Wedding Dreams! The Castle was NOT built for weddings, it was built as a romantic gesture to each other!
The entire 5 acre property was built around our love for each other and our wonderful (and not so wonderful) children ;) They are all grown now, and have moved away, (more or less) yet the castle still has much love to give!
Victor and Misty Binkerd, owners of The Sterling Castle love ~Love~, and invite you to schedule a visit so we can discuss your Wedding Dreams! The Castle was NOT built for weddings, it was built as a romantic gesture to each other!
The entire 5 acre property was built around our love for each other and our wonderful (and not so wonderful) children ;) They are all grown now, and have moved away, (more or less) yet the castle still has much love to give!
About The Owners
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Do You Believe In Fairytales?
Once upon a time, not so very long ago, in a land called Shelby County, Misty and Victor Binkerd met for the first time while out dancing with friends. After dancing the night away together, they won the “Twist” competition, tickets to see Chubby Checker, and dinner for two. That night Victor wrote Misty’s number on the back of a matchbook, which they still have to this day. The two have been inseparable going on 26 years together, and will most likely be seen dancing at your wedding! Now when they celebrate their anniversary, they celebrate the magic of the first night they met. “It seems to remind us more of what the day meant to both of us,” Misty said.
Victor also made a promise to Misty when they got married, a promise to give her the home of her dreams, a home she had dreamed of since she was a little girl. She is his princess, and he knew she deserved a castle. “Victor and I have always loved the romance of the castle era, but I never thought I would actually live in one,” Misty said.
Misty and Victor believe in a good sense of humor in life, which Victor exhibited the day they bought the cedar shack and began drawing onto the walls with a sharpie the fireplace, pictures of their unborn children, and even a Dr Pepper for if they got thirsty! When Misty told him she needed to start cleaning, he drew her a broom.
That once small home with a tin roof, cinder block steps and trees growing in through broken glass windows would one day stand as the foundation of their 14th century-themed castle fit for a king that they would spend their happily-ever-after years in raising their children.
When they began building, the couple did not focus on what was popular at the time or even what others may think is practical, but that’s what makes this home so special, and both agree it is perfect for them.
“Many of the ideas were prefaced with ‘Wouldn’t it be cool to have a (insert crazy idea here.)’ The plans for our house were drawn out daily, sometimes with changes sketched on a paper bag, or drawn on the unfinished sheet rock, so the chances of repeating it are slim. Our ideas came from how we wanted to live,” Misty said.
Along with the moat, draw bridge, game room, secret passage bookcase, Coke rack (rather than wine rack) and basement also known as “The dungeon,” which seats 18 in its theater that has hosted many film parties, the couple’s bedroom, or “Garden of Eden,” is one of the most interesting rooms.
The bedspread, which looks like moss, sits embedded in a mound of giant boulders surrounded by three massive trees which have their names carved into a heart. “I have stubbed my toe more than once on those rocks!” she teases. On the ceiling are fiber optic stars they look up at as they go to sleep.
From family gatherings for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas traditions, crawfish boils, weddings, outdoor concerts, reunions and more, Misty said, “Others have felt the ‘happily ever after’ vibe.
“We have been so blessed, with each other and our home. This home was meant to be shared, and I can’t think of a more fairytale place to have a wedding.”
As the couple can now look across their moat and see their granddaughter playing in her front yard, they agree, “This is a house inspired by family and truly a house that love built.”
Kennedy Tolbert, the community columnist for Wilsonville, can be reached at kennedytolbert@bellsouth.net.
Victor also made a promise to Misty when they got married, a promise to give her the home of her dreams, a home she had dreamed of since she was a little girl. She is his princess, and he knew she deserved a castle. “Victor and I have always loved the romance of the castle era, but I never thought I would actually live in one,” Misty said.
Misty and Victor believe in a good sense of humor in life, which Victor exhibited the day they bought the cedar shack and began drawing onto the walls with a sharpie the fireplace, pictures of their unborn children, and even a Dr Pepper for if they got thirsty! When Misty told him she needed to start cleaning, he drew her a broom.
That once small home with a tin roof, cinder block steps and trees growing in through broken glass windows would one day stand as the foundation of their 14th century-themed castle fit for a king that they would spend their happily-ever-after years in raising their children.
When they began building, the couple did not focus on what was popular at the time or even what others may think is practical, but that’s what makes this home so special, and both agree it is perfect for them.
“Many of the ideas were prefaced with ‘Wouldn’t it be cool to have a (insert crazy idea here.)’ The plans for our house were drawn out daily, sometimes with changes sketched on a paper bag, or drawn on the unfinished sheet rock, so the chances of repeating it are slim. Our ideas came from how we wanted to live,” Misty said.
Along with the moat, draw bridge, game room, secret passage bookcase, Coke rack (rather than wine rack) and basement also known as “The dungeon,” which seats 18 in its theater that has hosted many film parties, the couple’s bedroom, or “Garden of Eden,” is one of the most interesting rooms.
The bedspread, which looks like moss, sits embedded in a mound of giant boulders surrounded by three massive trees which have their names carved into a heart. “I have stubbed my toe more than once on those rocks!” she teases. On the ceiling are fiber optic stars they look up at as they go to sleep.
From family gatherings for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas traditions, crawfish boils, weddings, outdoor concerts, reunions and more, Misty said, “Others have felt the ‘happily ever after’ vibe.
“We have been so blessed, with each other and our home. This home was meant to be shared, and I can’t think of a more fairytale place to have a wedding.”
As the couple can now look across their moat and see their granddaughter playing in her front yard, they agree, “This is a house inspired by family and truly a house that love built.”
Kennedy Tolbert, the community columnist for Wilsonville, can be reached at kennedytolbert@bellsouth.net.
Sterling castle wedding venue all inclusive wedding packages is a wedding destination in the United States. The castle-style building is located in Shelby County in central Alabama. Each wedding at Sterling has its own unique features and price points. You can easily create your dream wedding at The Sterling Castle with the help of their team of experts.
Some people choose to have their wedding at Sterling castle because it offers a unique ambiance. Each hall has a unique design, layout, and decor; this creates a memorable event for everyone involved. For example, one hall is an antique looking timber frame. Another featured area looks like a Scottish castle with its stone exterior and slate roofing. Every couple gets to have an unforgettable event based on their desired theme.
After you choose your wedding's theme, you can start planning your event. Each hall comes with its own staff, backup vendors, and signature items. However, you can also choose to add additional vendors or signature items to suit your needs. For example, one couple added a kilted photobooth to their Scottish theme wedding. They also picked a DJ and floral artist to set the mood with music and flowers, respectively. Subsequently, each phase of their wedding had its own staff and vendors working together under one plan.
As far as pricing goes, each hall at Sterling castle all inclusive packages allows you to customize every aspect of your event. This includes the number of guests you want attending your ceremony and reception as well as the food choices you have available to you. The staff will go over all this information with you during your tour so that you can schedule your perfect day. After planning your wedding at Sterling castle all inclusive packages, the staff will help greet your guests so that everyone feels welcome at your gala event.
Choosing where to have your wedding at Sterling castle is also an important decision- it determines how many guests you can accommodate and which vendors you can access. Our castle location has its own outdoor space for photo shoots or ceremonies. The outdoor space also allows guests to sit during meal times so that they don't disturb the celebration inside the hallowed walls. Some event layouts allow up to 300 people inside the hall at once; they also allow multiple rooms in each area so that guests can move around freely while talking to the hosts. To get a better idea of what each site has to offer, visit our web page and watch some videos of past events held there.
Anyone can easily create an unforgettable celebration at Sterling castle all inclusive packages with help from their talented staff. The staff is available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have during the planning stages. After choosing your desired theme and where to hold your special day, the staff will walk you through every step of creating your perfect day.
Some people choose to have their wedding at Sterling castle because it offers a unique ambiance. Each hall has a unique design, layout, and decor; this creates a memorable event for everyone involved. For example, one hall is an antique looking timber frame. Another featured area looks like a Scottish castle with its stone exterior and slate roofing. Every couple gets to have an unforgettable event based on their desired theme.
After you choose your wedding's theme, you can start planning your event. Each hall comes with its own staff, backup vendors, and signature items. However, you can also choose to add additional vendors or signature items to suit your needs. For example, one couple added a kilted photobooth to their Scottish theme wedding. They also picked a DJ and floral artist to set the mood with music and flowers, respectively. Subsequently, each phase of their wedding had its own staff and vendors working together under one plan.
As far as pricing goes, each hall at Sterling castle all inclusive packages allows you to customize every aspect of your event. This includes the number of guests you want attending your ceremony and reception as well as the food choices you have available to you. The staff will go over all this information with you during your tour so that you can schedule your perfect day. After planning your wedding at Sterling castle all inclusive packages, the staff will help greet your guests so that everyone feels welcome at your gala event.
Choosing where to have your wedding at Sterling castle is also an important decision- it determines how many guests you can accommodate and which vendors you can access. Our castle location has its own outdoor space for photo shoots or ceremonies. The outdoor space also allows guests to sit during meal times so that they don't disturb the celebration inside the hallowed walls. Some event layouts allow up to 300 people inside the hall at once; they also allow multiple rooms in each area so that guests can move around freely while talking to the hosts. To get a better idea of what each site has to offer, visit our web page and watch some videos of past events held there.
Anyone can easily create an unforgettable celebration at Sterling castle all inclusive packages with help from their talented staff. The staff is available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have during the planning stages. After choosing your desired theme and where to hold your special day, the staff will walk you through every step of creating your perfect day.
Some of the Staff & Regulars Here
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