The Best Retreat Wedding Venues in North Carolina

Set on 25 private acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Lake Lure and Asheville, Serenity Ridge is a full wedding weekend destination — not just a venue for a single day. From Friday arrival to Sunday farewell brunch, the entire property is exclusively yours. Your people stay on-site in our cabins, yurt, and Hilltop House, wake up on the mountain, and never have to leave. 🍽️ The Food (Yes, Really) Serenity Kitchen crafts every menu from scratch. We hear "best wedding food I've ever had" every single weekend — and we take that seriously. 🏡 What's Included: Exclusive property access all weekend, on-site lodging for up to 36 guests, custom catering, bar service, tables, chairs, linens, lawn games, fire pavilion, and a team that genuinely cares about your weekend.🍷 BYOB · 🐾 Dog Friendly · ☂️ Covered Pavilion Rain Backup At Serenity Ridge, your wedding isn't just a day — it's a weekend you'll never want to end.

Serre’s 70-acre grounds with breathtaking scenery, rustic meets modern barn that accommodates up to 150 guests, covered patio seating, custom-built farmhouse tables, luxurious décor, and fire pit will make sure your loved ones are not only comfortable; they’ll feel like it’s their special day, too. The luxurious bridal suite, hiking trails, fishing, and s'mores by the fire pit, our amenities, and extra touches are going to make you feel on top of the world. (And on top of the mountain.)

Welcome to The Trillium, a luxurious mountain-top wedding venue in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. With breathtaking 180° panoramic views, The Trillium offers a decidedly different experience for couples and guests alike. Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony or grand celebration, our venue combines natural beauty with modern elegance. Nestled in privacy atop the mountains, The Trillium is just minutes from the attractions of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, offering your guests both serenity and the ultimate convenience. Many couples turn their wedding into a multi-day getaway, enjoying all the activities this beautiful area has to offer. From your first tour to your grand exit, our team ensures a seamless and unforgettable wedding day. With stunning views, exceptional service, and unmatched event spaces, The Trillium has been named one of Tennessee's most sought-after venues. Book a virtual tour today and start planning your dream mountaintop wedding!

4 Points Farm is nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountain and is brimming with natural beauty. Today visitors can still find glimpses of the farm’s past. Tucked around the property- historic barns, vintage tractors and farm equipment are just a few reminders of yesteryear. Paired with modern amenities, 4 Points Farm is the perfect setting for your Big Day. At 4 Points Farm we provide the resources and give you the freedom to create a totally unique event. Your wedding day deserves the best, and we have relationships with the best in the business. Our vendors specialize in organizing destination weddings for out-of-town brides. They offer different styles and prices to meet any budget. We also love DIY brides and allow you to bring your own vendors or create your special day using friends and family.

Our wedding venue at The Vieux is very versatile. You can choose to get married in front of the mountains up by the gazebo and outside chapel, on the balcony of The Vieux in front of Mt. Le Conte (if it's a small wedding party), in the back yard of The Vieux surrounded by the trees or inside in front of the floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Wherever you choose, your wedding will be unique and just as you choose it to be. We don't charge an exorbitant amount for our venue because we want you to be able to afford to stay at The Vieux and have your wedding all rolled into one at a great price. Some choose to do everything DIY while others choose to have a wedding coordinator, catered food and decorators come to prepare everything for them. Whatever you choose is up to you so it can be your perfect day on The Mustard Seed property at Your Home Away From Home in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. All of your guests can stay too in our 7 other cabins on the same 12 acres/mountain top.

Welcome to The Pearl of the Valley, an enchanting 125-acre estate in Sevierville, Tennessee. Perfectly nestled in the heart of East Tennessee, it is just a short distance from the majestic Smoky Mountains National Park. This picturesque locale offers stunning views and a relaxed, welcoming ambiance. At The Pearl of the Valley, you and your guests will be surrounded by nature, where beautiful mountains encircle the venue, and a gentle river flows through the property. From the rustic cabin to the covered reception area, there are several spaces ideal for celebrating your special day. Throughout the festivities, beautiful features such as the charming covered bridge and romantic gazebo provide countless photo opportunities. Intimate ceremonies are perfectly suited to this secluded property, where couples are able to stay on-site for a convenient and tranquil celebration.

Our 427 acre venue offers a delightful mix of indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for your ceremony, reception, and every joyful moment in between. We have multiple ceremony sites including Wedding in the Woods and Meadowview which overlooks the serene countryside. Enjoy our 3,200 square foot garden patio and elegantly lit Fern Hall for your climate controlled reception. Get ready in our luxury bridal suite and our grooms lodge. Accommodate up to 20 guests with our on-site lodging. Services Offered: We provide customized packages tailored to your wedding size. We partner closely with your selected licensed vendors to ensure your day unfolds exactly as you envision it. With our helpful planning resources, and Wedding Day Coordination we will reduce the stress and complexity that comes with planning your wedding day. You can relax knowing that our experienced team of wedding professionals is walking along beside you on this wonderful journey of wedding planning!

Nantahala Weddings is a destination wedding venue in the mountains of Western NC with exclusive access to lake and mountain view property for multi-day events. Onsite lodging for 20. Beautiful backdrops for photos: lake, river mountains, waterfalls, forest. • No other weddings or any other events will take place on our property for the duration of your stay! • Pets are welcome. • LGBTQ-friendly. • NO MANDATORY END TIME and NO NOISE RESTRICTIONS. Surrounded by the pristine natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains, our venue is intimate, magical, and elegant with lake and mountain views that will make your guests swoon. • A wedding on Nantahala Lake is ideal for couples who want to unplug from the hustle of urban life to embrace the peace and quiet of the mountains. Our multi-day packages are designed to help you chill out during your wedding weekend. • A luxurious summer camp feel with onsite lodging and outdoor activities at your doorstep.

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.

Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by the people you love most, on a private mountaintop vineyard estate where every sunset feels like a blessing. The Vineyard at High Holly is more than a venue—it’s a romantic weekend escape, a breathtaking destination nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the enchanting Highlands Plateau. Your stay with us is an experience that will be talked about with reverence for the rest of your lives. From onsite lodging for up to 52 guests, Vineyard Chef and Full Vineyard team to help you plan the wedding of your dreams no detail goes overlooked! The breathtaking vineyard, mountains, and splendidly designed event spaces and cottages. We will help you customize your wedding to fit your needs. If you have an idea we will do everything we can to make your vision come to life!

Secluded Ridge is a private elopement and micro-wedding venue on a ten-acre mountain ridge in the Blue Ridge foothills of Western North Carolina, near Morganton. We host one couple at a time, with long-range views west across layered ranges and a hard cap of 20 guests — privacy, scenery, and exclusive use of the whole property. One ceremony overlook with a wooden cross, one gathering area, and the on-site Mountain House for getting ready. About 20 minutes from Morganton, 60 from Asheville, 90 from Charlotte. Two options: Ceremony Only, $900 for up to 10 guests (two-hour ceremony, overlook, seating, daytime Mountain House use; overnight +$300/night); and Ceremony + Small Reception, $2,300 all-in for up to 20 (half-day, table-and-chair setup for a seated outdoor dinner, one-night stay, cleaning included). Couples bring their own caterer, photographer, and vendors. Non-denominational. By appointment only.

Sixty Acres, A Gathering Place is a barn wedding venue located in Mount Pleasant, NC which is located 35 minutes from downtown Charlotte, 20 minutes from Concord, NC, and 20 minutes from Albemarle, NC. The property is set on 60 acres of picturesque farmland, adding to its charming, rustic atmosphere. Known for its spectacular sunset views, couples from across the state travel there to celebrate their love in a lush, natural farm setting. At Sixty Acres, A Gathering Place, you and your partner can host up to 250 guests for your milestone occasion. When celebrating there, your day will begin at the brand new, two-story barn situated at the heart of the property.

Experience the magic. Wide open pastures with a beautiful 7600 sq. ft barn venue that sits next to a one of a kind bamboo forest. Our beautiful event barn, magical bamboo forest, horses, goats, and waterfront location on Lake Wylie offer a unique event experience for all occasions with capacity for up to 225 seated indoors and up to 400 outdoors. Just 20 minutes from the Charlotte airport, 10 minutes from hotels, and 20 minutes from uptown Charlotte, we are conveniently located yet tucked away in our own secluded oasis. Schedule your private tour and explore our 33 acres for yourself, right outside of Charlotte, NC.

Laurel Falls is a historic wedding venue in Asheville, NC, set in a lush, forested background. This location offers some of North Carolina's most picturesque scenes, from private waterfalls to soaring mountain views. This 18-acre oasis is plentiful with trees, hiking trails, and breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Lodge was once a 1920s private estate renovated to provide luxurious accommodations for couples and their loved ones to reside in the tranquil woodlands. Perfect for couples looking for a nature forward wedding venue that want to settle in and spend quality time with their loved ones who traveled from near and far to celebrate. With exclusive access to our four homes with room for up to 20 total, event spaces and inventory from Thursday - Sunday, your weekend wedding experience becomes a core memory for everyone! Our couples often reflect on their time here and describe it as "magical". Are you a Laurel Falls couple?!

Creating the deepest joy for couples, families and guests on our 33 acre historical family farm. Only 12 minutes from downtown Asheville. Welcome up to 175 guests to our captivating mountain views. Half day, full day & weekend packages available with overnight stays in the modern 3 BR/ 4 bath farmhouse + camping options. The perfect setting for your "one of a kind" event. Event spaces are adaptable to a wide variety of styles: elegant to simple and everything in between!

The venue can seat around 200 guests comfortably. The main space is a dream with beautiful white shiplap walls, gorgeous stained plank cathedral ceiling and lots of natural light. The main space is heated and cooled so you can be comfortable in any season. There is a covered porch that leads to a large flagstone patio with a white fireplace, this is a great space for rehearsal dinners or just an extension of the reception space. The bridal suite is in a separate building adjacent to the venue. Recently built in 2023, with nearly 800 sq feet you and your wedding party will have a comfortable space to enjoy the day. Finally, there is an open air chapel that can seat 200 guests comfortably. It has beautiful cathedral style windows in the front and back of the chapel and open arches on the sides. This chapel will make a great rain back up option for your wedding day or if you love it as much as we do, it can be a beautiful plan A option as well.

Southern C's Farm is a lovely 127-acre working horse farm with green, rolling pastures surrounded by pine forests and sparkling 15 acre lake. It is well manicured, with flowers blooming year round. Your wedding will be the exclusive event on the property with access to the Lodge at Southern C's for overnight accommodations (4 bedrooms/4 baths) on the lake, the 1820 Log Cabin or the magnificent Hunt Box overlooking the horse pastures. All three accommodations are yours to select for members of your party to relax and get ready on this special day!

INTIMATE | UNIQUE | ALL-IN-ONE — Nestled just minutes from the Parkway in Sevierville, The Cardinal’s Nest at Leather Bound Hollow is a one-of-a-kind mountain venue for couples who want a wedding that feels elevated yet personal. Surrounded by natural beauty, the space features a redwood chapel, tiered stone ceremony setting, and a romantic tented reception area—creating an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Packages include a 12-hour rental, access to an on-site cabin for getting ready, handcrafted wooden tables and seating for up to 150 guests, and curated décor that blends seamlessly with the setting. From cozy fire pit moments to café lighting and open-air views, every detail is designed to feel effortless and memorable. Schedule a tour and come see why couples fall in love at first visit.

Nestled at the base of Barrett Mountain, Redbird Ridge is a scenic 72-acre estate. Beautifully restored early 1900s farmhouse and an historic 1800s cabin, both offering charm w/ modern conveniences. The estate includes a versatile and elegant venue ideal for weddings, rehearsal dinner, and parties boasting stunning mountain views for outdoor options. Extended space includes a 30’ x 40’ terrace and 16’ x 80’ pavilion that can be used as a lounge, cocktail hour, etc., a beautiful bridal suite and stately groom suite. The farmhouse boasts four bedrooms, three 1/2 bathrooms, a cozy living area with fireplace, and a modern kitchen, available as Air BnB; sleeps 12. The charming rental cabin offers three bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, a full kitchen, laundry and a cozy living area; sleeps 10. A serene creek runs through the property and a small pond, perfect for pictures. Whether for a tranquil getaway or a memorable event, Redbird Ridge captures the essence of NC's natural beauty and historical charm!

Nestled high atop Beech Mountain, North Carolina, Overlook Barn offers breathtaking long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a thoughtfully designed experience that reflects your unique style—whether modern, classic, or something entirely your own. Originally transformed from an authentic horse barn for a family wedding in 2015, Overlook Barn has since become a sought-after destination for couples seeking a seamless, joy-filled celebration in a truly unforgettable setting. With multiple indoor spaces, and multi-acre Mary’s Meadow, the possibilities are endless for both indoor and outdoor celebrations. Our dedicated indoor ceremony spaces allow for a stunning reception reveal, ensuring every part of your day feels fresh, exciting, and perfectly planned. Complete with luxury getting-ready areas, on-site accommodations, and modern amenities, Overlook Barn offers a carefully curated experience that feels truly in a world of its own.

At Something Blue Mountain Venue we strive to make everyone feel welcome and celebrated! Our mission is to make your wedding day feel as memorable & beautiful the Blue Ridge Mts. If you are looking for a totally private place to wed that has vast one-of-a kind views of the Pisgah National Forest ridgelines, New Old World style Indoor Spaces, Intimate setting and owners that value your business - Something Blue Mountain Venue is just for you. We specialize in Intimate Weddings tailored for Couples Only) up to 50 people for an sit-down meal, Indoor Bridal Suite with private entrance, Gathering room, stone fireplace, large windows, covered patio and enclosed pergola. . NEW Indoor spaces, TOTAL PRIVACY - 50 private acres with gated access. 8-minute drive off I-40 / exit 81 360* views. Solid Surface Open Patios - no stairs to climb. Ample parking space. Views of Shortoff & Table Rock Mountain, Hawksbill Mountain & more.

Our picturesque farm is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just west of Asheville. We are surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, with Cold Mountain as the backdrop for your ceremony. We host only one event per day to ensure that you get all the attention that you deserve and are not hurried in any way. Our goal is to make your wedding day as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. We also have accommodations for ten guests. Therefore, whatever the vision is: an elopement, large or small wedding, a wonderful place for all your bridal party or immediate family to stay close to you for your big day, a small dinner party, rehearsal dinner, or that perfect destination wedding, The Loralei Inn can accommodate your every desire and are delighted to share this part of your journey with you.

The Villa is a spacious estate home that can be used to celebrate your big day. Its spacious lawn and gardens can host events for groups up to 75 people. Rental of the Villa for an event includes the use of its outdoor spaces, plus numerous photo locations on the 85-acre property. We can also include lodging in the five-bedroom Villa for up to 12 people, ceremony and reception furnishings, and day-of services. (We are there to support you through every step of your day!) We also have additional lodgings on the property in our treehouse cabins that can be rented as lodging. We love the opportunity to host family groups who use the whole property. It sets a totally different tone for the weekend when you have the extra time and space to be together for more than just the ceremony. This is the kind of experience that we specialize in. Let’s plan a weekend that has been personalized for your and your closest friends and family that everyone will remember for years to come.

The Lodge at Brothers Cove has been hosting beautiful weddings for nearly two decades. Nestled on a mountain top surrounded by 450 lush acres it offers stunning Mountain Views and over 50 gorgeous cabins to choose from. Our unique venue is a one-stop shopping destination for brides around the world looking to host an unforgettable wedding in the Great Smoky Mountains. We offer a private, quiet, relaxing oasis for our couples and their families , yet, still less than 6 miles from all the fun Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg has to offer. Our in-house planning team, 3M Creative Consultants, has planned, designed and executed over 4,000 weddings. For more information please contact our Event Director, My’Ly Christopher. The Lodge at Brothers Cove is located in a private, gated community and all visits are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. We look forward to hearing from you♥️

Tucked in a valley in western North Carolina with beautiful views of Bear Wallow Mountain, Twisty Maple offers a home away from home with a personal touch. Our goal is to help you navigate an intentional planning process so you can absolutely love your day, and soak up your time with your nearest and dearest.

Coley Hall is located in the historic Liberty Warehouse building on East Main Street in downtown Elkin. This historic venue provides an industrial elegant blend of exposed brick, hardwood floors, wooden overhead beams, and lots of windows for natural light, which creates an ambience suitable for any occasion.

Bells With A View Lodge boasts a secluded luxury retreat in the heart of the Smokies with breathtaking panoramic mountain views. Our vision is to provide your dream wedding experience or event experience with complete peace of mind during the planning process. We can offer all-inclusive packages, elopement packages, multiple day packages to include lodging also. Did we mention we have an extension decor closet also???? We want to make your experience as magically and stress free as possible. Not every event is the same so we like to speak with our clients and customize packages and pricing. Bells With A View is more than a venue, it's an experience that will make memories to last a lifetime.

Prepare yourself for the wedding venue that dreams are made of. We are so excited to hear you are considering Fire Mountain for your Special day. We are a brand New venue and still have Summer 2026 dates open.​ The Highlands Plateau is renowned as the wedding capital of the country, celebrated for its charming town, breathtaking views, and warm, welcoming people. Fire Mountain is a brand new venue and the only one in the region located atop a mountain, offering layered mountain views that provide a stunning backdrop for your special day. We also offer Unique and Spectacular "On-site" Accommodations. A secluded mountaintop boutique resort high above the clouds with unparalleled, panoramic mountain views. All rooms feature private balconies with spectacular views. We invite you to explore our basic packages and are happy to discuss any further details with you. It's your wedding and we will work with you to meet your needs and dreams!

Spend the weekend or the week celebrating with your closest family and friends on the rivers edges of Wilson Creek gorge. Find yourself completely unplugged, sitting by the fire, eating s'mores, or tubing down the river or just spending quality time in an engaging and meaningful conversation with a loved one. Brown Mountain Beach Resort is a timeless combination of rugged beauty and elegance for those who desire a unique wedding experience. With riverfront cottages and yurts that sleep up to 80 guests on site, you can let the sunset over the gorge and the gentle sound of Wilson Creek provide the most captivating setting for your big day and truly let time and nature rejuvenate your mind body and spirit.

Once owned by Pulitzer prize winner Paul Green, this completely renovated 1890s farmhouse nestled under towering oaks offers a seamless blend of old and new. Tons of history yet it looks like something Joanna Gaines decorated.