FAQs
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Are our kids allowed to come?
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We love your little ones, but we’ve decided to keep our wedding an adults-only celebration—aside from our immediate nieces and nephews. Sit back, let your hair down, and enjoy a kid-free weekend!
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What's included for the weekend?
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We will have exclusive access to the entire venue all weekend. Your lodging, all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day), and all drinks including alcohol are fully covered. No need to book a hotel or worry about bar tabs. Just bring yourselves and get ready for an amazing weekend!
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What airport should we fly into?
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McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) – Knoxville, TN Drive time: 2 hours, 5 minutes Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) – Chattanooga, TN Drive time: 2 hours Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) – Fletcher, NC Drive time: 1 hour, 51 minutes Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) – Atlanta, GA Drive time: 2 hours, 30 minutes
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How do I get to Hawkesdene?
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Hawkesdene is an estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. The venue is right near NC's borders with Georgia and Tennessee. Depending on where you come from, it may be easier to drive or fly, but know that the nearest 3 airports are each about a 2 hour drive away from the venue. For more information about travel, please see the "travel" tab above!
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Where will the ceremony and reception be held?
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The ceremony and reception will both be held on the estate. Both will be outside, weather-permitting. North Carolina can get quite hot and humid in June, so bear that in mind when packing!
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What will our meals include?
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Your meals will include farm-to-table breakfast, lunch, dinner and unlimited snacks and alcoholic beverages. There is also a fully functioning kitchen and fridge provided for each accommodation.
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What Do I Wear?
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We want everyone to be casual and comfortable! Come prepared for beautiful days and potentially crisp nights. Thursday Welcome Dinner: Casual Comfort What you would wear to a backyard picnic Day Activities: Active/Garden Party Let's get dressed up a little and play games! Think fun colors, polos, button downs for guys, tennis skirts, shorts, or even maxi dresses for ladies, and shoes you feel good in. We'll have a range of active games (think volleyball & croquet) as well as low key games like cornhole and even scrabble. Rehearsal / Rehearsal Dinner: Cocktail Wedding / Reception: Formal Sunday Funday: Casual Travel What you would wear on a road trip A Note on Shoes: While the dance floor is concrete, much of the Hawkesdene grounds is gravel and grass. Flats, wedges, or thick heels would be best!
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What Should I Bring?
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Hawkesdene is a beautiful outdoor estate with a lot to do! Here are a few recommended packing items: Hiking Gear / Clothing Bug Spray Sunscreen Sunglasses Alcohol / Snacks (for your cabin) Toiletries Phone Charger Speaker for Music Medications Sweater / Jacket