The Best Small Wedding Venues in Hays, NC

The Best Small Wedding Venues in Hays, NC

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14 Wedding Venues in Hays, NC

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Up to 50 guests
Available on September 13, 2026
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Spinning Leaf by Wedgewood Weddings 
Shelby, NC
  • Up to 230 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Spinning Leaf pairs rustic sophistication with vineyard charm in Shelby, North Carolina. Featuring panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views, the venue offers versatile spaces including a stone terrace, wooden pergola garden, and grand hall with Edison chandeliers. With comprehensive planning packages and thoughtful amenities, Spinning Leaf creates an exceptional setting for celebrations amid serene wine country surroundings.

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Sky Retreat 

4.9

Purlear, NC
  • Up to 196 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Weddings With a Spectacular View! Sky Retreat is a gorgeous 30-acre, all seasons wedding venue. With an over 6,500sq. ft. Grand Event Hall boasting a wall of windows showcasing the long-range view, expansive covered veranda with fireplace, dressing suite, professional dance floor, catering kitchen, 14 log cabins for lodging, an infinity view paver pad and a large grassy knoll, both ideal for outdoor weddings. Sky Retreat provides a picturesque environment to create cherished memories. Enjoy activity options such as hiking trails to the local waterfall, tubing or kayaking trips to the nearby river, enjoying a short walk to a petting zoo on adjacent property, evening bonfires, yoga classes, onsite massage and much more for your dream wedding vacation experience.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Lush gardens
  • Allows pets
  • Dressing room available

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • No in-house catering options
  • Does not provide event staff
Awarded Best of Zola
Sky Retreat was an absolute dream venue for our wedding! From start to finish, their communication was quick, easy, straightforward, and clear, making the planning process a breeze. The quality of their work and the overall value was nothing short of beautiful, extraordinary, magical, and truly unique. The staff on site was a delight to work with - they were there all day to help with anything we needed and were always happy to step in and lend a hand. The venue itself was so unbelievably beautiful, and with about 150 guests, the size was perfect. I could not recommend Sky Retreat more highly, and the added bonus of the adorable donkeys and goats was a huge hit with all of our guests!
Lauren B., 2 months ago
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The Barn on New River 

5.0

West Jefferson, NC
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $7,500

Nestled along the river in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a scene from your dream wedding. The venue itself is a dreamy post-and-beam style barn with elegant touches. The barn sits on over 100 acres of private, natural beauty where mountain tops, river bends, gardens and watercolor skies become the backdrop to your big day. The barn boasts its own beauty with soaring 30-foot ceilings, Swarovski chandeliers and romantic string lights; you must see the barn to truly appreciate the stunning aesthetic. As you get ready for the most beautiful day of your life, relax in separate party dressing rooms with plenty of seating, excellent lighting and mirrors. A stone patio adjacent to the barn is where many memories will be made with evening lighting and a built-in bar. A beautiful, wide aisle flows from the cocktail area to the ceremony site. At the end of the aisle, a gorgeous pergola meets you at the pond where you can see and hear the steady stream of the fountain.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Rustic yet refined style
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Both indoor and outdoor options

Venue considerations

  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend the Barn on New River 100 times over. This place is truly magical! I cannot imagine having the most special day of our lives at any other location. The owner is amazing and so incredibly attentive throughout our entire process. This place exceeds all expectations!
Edward and A., 3 years ago
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1812 Hitching Post 

5.0

HARMONY, NC
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $2,000

The Hitching Post is a historic private estate with 26 acres of gorgeous plants and trees for your ceremony and photography backdrop. Your wedding will seem effortless; we decorate, set-up, clean-up, and coordinate so you can fully enjoy every moment. You'll love this!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Historic touches
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
1812 Hitching Post was an absolute dream to work with for the couple’s wedding. As a photographer I thought the communication from the venue was efficient, organized, and the staff were incredibly kind throughout the wedding day. Working with them on site was great. The quality of their work was stunning - the vintage, beautiful grounds provided a gorgeous outdoor space for the wedding and reception. They alap make for stunning photos. Everything flowed seamlessly on the day of, thanks to the venue's attention to detail and commitment to making the couple’s special day perfect. Any couple would have a fantastic, well-organized and amazing experience at 1812 Hitching Post.
ElizabethAJoyPhotography, 6 months ago
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Pilot Mountain Vineyards & Weddings 

5.0

Pinnacle, NC
  • Up to 125 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Pilot Mountain Vineyards is an all inclusive wedding venue situated in Pinnacle, North Carolina. Tucked away on 31 acres of North Carolina wine country, this stunning location provides a picturesque backdrop for your wedding. The property provides a setting featuring inviting event spaces, invaluable amenities, luxurious dressing rooms, and more. The gorgeous outdoor ceremony location is nestled under towering trees for refreshing shade with a backdrop of the vineyard and an amazing view of Pilot Mountain. There is also a beautiful indoor ceremony option with an amazing view of Pilot Mountain. Receptions take place inside and outside. The luxurious climate-controlled space has been designed for parties and features a roomy dance floor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Lush gardens
  • Surrounded by beautiful vineyards
We were drawn to Pilot Mountain Vineyards because of the affordable price and how much was included. We live in CO so we wanted to make planning a wedding across the country as easy as possible. Kari and Mark made it just that! They were both so incredibly helpful and the venue was so beautiful! The food was delicious and we had the best time! All of our guests raved about it as well!
Julie B., a year ago
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The White Crow Wedding and Event Venue 

5.0

Banner Elk, NC
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Located in Banner Elk, North Carolina, The White Crow is a family-owned-and-operated venue that hosts weddings and other special events. Husband-and-wife owners Blake and Kelli Crymes offer years of hospitality industry experience to enhance the celebrations of each of their couples. At an elevation of 4,200 feet, The White Crow offers both majestic mountain views and privacy for your special day. This beautiful 37-acre property offers multiple scenic spaces to conduct your wedding celebrations, whether a small, intimate gathering or a large, gala event. Your wedding weekend can begin with you preparing and relaxing in one of the well-furnished polishing rooms. Up to 300 guests can enjoy our farm tables and cross back seating for your ceremony. Our built in bar is the perfect spot to gather for a toast. You and your loved ones won’t feel rushed with a full 48 hours of exclusive venue booking. The White Crow is the backdrop your wedding day deserves.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Rustic-chic setting

Venue considerations

  • No in-house catering options
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
The White Crow Wedding and Event Venue was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Kelli and Blake's communication was clear, consistent, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire planning process. The venue itself was immaculately clean, well-maintained, and beautifully set up for our special day. The arches they had available were stunning, and they worked closely with us to ensure we could follow all COVID-19 restrictions while still having a magical wedding. With having to reschedule due to lockdowns, Kelli and Blake went above and beyond to make our wedding day an amazing, safe experience for our family and friends. We feel so lucky to have found the White Crow, as they made the whole process easy, enjoyable, and above all, beautiful. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Sarah M., 6 months ago
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The Barn At Reynolda Village 

4.7

Winston-Salem, NC
  • Up to 130 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

With its historic charm, crisp white interior, elegant lighting, and stunning exterior surroundings, The Barn at Reynolda Village serves as the perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration. Our wedding packages include exclusive access to the historic Reynolda Gardens for wedding ceremonies.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Flexible event spaces
  • Exudes old-world charm
  • Provides setup and cleanup

Venue considerations

  • Does not provide event staff
  • No free parking
  • Lighting and sound are not included
The Barn at Reynolda Village was the perfect choice for our wedding venue. From the start, their communication was responsive, intentional, and detailed, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and overall value was truly exceptional - the Barn and surrounding Village provided a classic, beautiful backdrop that was also flexible enough to accommodate our rain plan. Their team went above and beyond to help us arrange a stunning indoor ceremony when the weather didn't cooperate, and our guests were blown away by the breathtaking setting. We couldn't have asked for a more wonderful venue to host our special day.
Ashley and Z., 6 months ago
Sugar Hollow Retreat 

5.0

Butler, TN
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $18,000

Sugar Hollow Retreat is your premier inclusive Tennessee Mountain wedding destination. We truly believe that the best weddings are ones where you can spend quality time with your family and friends, creating connections and memories along the way. At Sugar Hollow, we give you an entire mountain all to yourself for your wedding week or weekend. You and your guests will have a unique experience jam-packed with relaxation, hiking, patio games, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and more. We have have multi-day packages (weekdays: 3 day event / weekends: 4 day event), with semi-inclusive and all-inclusive options for up to 250 guests. Lodging for up to 68 (100 by Spring 2023) is included in all of our packages. To make your wedding planning experience easier, we also include a Wedding Manager in all weekend packages. To book a tour, please go to our website and hit "schedule your visit"

Why you'll love this venue

  • Designed for grand celebrations
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Additional event staff required
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
Sugar Hollow Retreat is a wonderful venue. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and helps ensure a great time for everyone. The location is beautiful and well maintained. I always enjoy being there.
Stacie Carroll, 3 years ago
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White Fence Farm 
Boone, NC
  • Up to 1000 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor

Our venue is beautifully rustic on 105 acres of pure privacy, complete with bubbling springs, a fish pond, cow fields, personal hiking trails, and vintage farm equipment, all surrounded by delightful wild flowers and tree-topped mountainscapes. This peaceful, open setting is the perfect place for your farm wedding dream to come true, as simple or decorative as you wish, and allows you to work with planners, vendors, caterers, etc. of your choice. The rolling green property and all we have to offer is the perfect backdrop for unique and beautiful photos.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Venue is completely outdoors
  • Rustic charm with elegance
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Limited cleanup and setup services
  • Does not provide event staff
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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Pine Knoll Farms And Event Center 
Yadkinville, NC
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Pine Knoll Farms offers a gorgeous Yadkin Valley landscape for weddings and events. Surrounded by pine trees, rolling hills, and beautiful countryside, the Pavilion and bath house are easily able to accommodate both small and large groups. Visit today!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
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Donnaha Valley Farm 
Tobaccoville, NC
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $5,750

The Donnaha Valley Farm is a barn wedding venue in the Winston-Salem area. This rustic venue is outdoorsy and vintage, perfect for a wedding among the trees and rolling hills of the region. The property’s ceremony location consists of a long aisle for the couple, leading to a grand steel arbor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Lush gardens
  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
Red Hound Farms 
Clemmons, NC
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $2,500

Welcome to Red Hound Farms, where our passion for animal rescue and care spans generations. Our owners, Greg and Keri, had always dreamed of owning a large farm and sharing this experience with the community. With cherished memories of farm life and the 4H club, Red Hound Farms was established. ​Plan your next wedding or special event at our event center here at Red Hound Farms.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Offers full flexibility in setup and decor
  • Unique barn setting

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Requires outside catering services
  • Additional event staff required

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About wedding venues in Hays, NC

North Carolina offers an impressive wedding venue landscape with everything from historic plantations to rustic barns, elegant urban spaces and coastal retreats. You'll find architectural diversity throughout the state; from colonial-era mansions in Charlotte to converted textile mills in the Triangle region. Mountain venues give you breathtaking panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that your guests won't forget.

What's the Average Cost for North Carolina Wedding Venues?

Wedding venues in North Carolina typically run between $6,400 and $7,800, making up about 16% of your total wedding budget. That's actually quite reasonable compared to the national average of $6,500-$12,000 or 25% of total costs. For a complete North Carolina wedding you can expect these total costs based on your guest count: A small wedding with 50 guests averages $19,707. With 100 guests you're looking at $32,695. For 150 guests the typical cost reaches $44,906. Larger celebrations with 200 guests average $55,823 while 250 guests pushes to $66,740. A large wedding with 300 guests typically costs $77,657.

Where Can You Find Accessible Wedding Venues in North Carolina?

Alexander Homestead in Charlotte offers ADA-accessible parking and restrooms in a beautiful historic setting with a rustic barn and gorgeous gardens. You'll appreciate the inclusivity without sacrificing style. The Mint Museum features various rooms and terraces that can accommodate different needs, making it a solid choice for accessible events with an artistic backdrop. Nantahala Weddings & Events is fully ADA-compliant while giving you stunning mountain views on a secluded estate. They even have nearby lodging options for your guests.

Which North Carolina Venues Support Remote Participation?

The Barn on New River in West Jefferson gives you a picturesque setting with modern amenities that can be customized for interactive remote elements. Your virtual guests won't miss a thing. River Landing near Wilmington features elegant spaces and grand ballrooms that support technical capabilities for streaming and live Q&A sessions. The Maxwell in Raleigh, with its contemporary design and abundant natural light, adapts beautifully to technology integration for virtual wedding experiences that feel intimate even from afar.

How Much Should I Budget for Wedding Services in North Carolina?

ServiceAverage CostPercentage of Total Budget (150 guests)
Venue$7,08916%
Catering$5,67113%
Flowers$5,54612%
Bar Services$4,53710%
Photographers$4,2669%
Planners$4,0249%
Videographers$3,7688%
Bands/DJs$1,3903%
Cakes/Desserts$9602%
Hair & Makeup$6351%

Where Can Foodies Find Outstanding Wedding Cuisine in North Carolina?

The Farm - A Gathering Place in Candler offers amazing farm-to-table dining with customized menus just west of Asheville. You'll love having multiple ceremony sites to choose from and the convenience of on-site lodging for your guests. The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill is known for classic Southern cuisine with elegant event spaces right on UNC's campus. Their beautiful outdoor courtyards create a magical setting for your special day. Polanco Venue by Chef Carrasco in Asheville specializes in mixed cuisine with excellent service from experienced staff who can help create your perfect culinary experience.

When Should I Book My North Carolina Wedding Venue?

September is North Carolina's most popular inquiry month for weddings, so you'll need to book earlier if you're planning a fall celebration. Don't wait too long or your dream venue might be taken. Focus your venue tours on spaces that specifically accommodate your guest count to save time and avoid falling in love with locations that won't work for your party size. This targeted approach helps you find the perfect match faster.

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