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We’re tying the knot!
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Amanda Best

and

Richard Waddell

Amanda Best

and

Richard Waddell

#bestwaddingever

August 23, 2025

Asheville, NC
23 days23 d2 hours2 h18 minutes18 min44 seconds44 s

Our Love Story

We met in 2015 while working at Sunny Point Cafe. There was an instant connection, and even though we tried to hide it, everyone around us knew that it was going to happen eventually. During our first flirty summer, when not at work, we were spending most of our free time with our friends floating on the French Broad River, always with our inner tubes attached to one another, and always wondering who was going to make the first move. Finally at Michelle & Charlie’s 4th of July party, there were fireworks…fireworks of LOVE! We stayed up all night into the morning talking, laughing and connecting. There was no doubt about it, we were hooked. The next 9 years were full of the same laughter and excitement that we had always seemed to spark in one another. The proposal was in our driveway on July 20th, with a stunning antique diamond ring and happy blessings from our families and loved ones. Sharing our wedding day with those near and dear to us will be the greatest and most anticipated moment of our lives. We can’t wait to experience even more laughter and rejoicing with you all.

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We hope you can make it!

Please know that we are not expecting everyone to be able to make it. We understand flights, travel, babysitters and dog boarders can be difficult and pricey. Please do not feel obligated to attend. Just send your blessings and consider contributing to our Honeymoon Experience fund in the registry. We hope to see you all there!

Saturday, August 23, 2025

The Knotting Ceremony

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Caya Azul
88 Bens Cove Road, Candler, NC 28715

Semi-Formal for Outside Festivities

The Main Event we've all been waiting for! Plan on showing up around 4pm. The ceremony will start around 5pm, with dinner & dancing to follow. We shall eat, drink, & be married! *This is an adults only event. Please keep the kiddos at home. Please, no gifts. However, if you wish to honor us, a contribution towards our Honeymoon Experience in the registry would be greatly appreciated. There is no cell reception, however there is Wi-Fi. Please plan accordingly. Follow GPS to the address listed. When you see signs, you are getting close!

Registry

RSVP

Please enter the first and last name of one member of your party below.
If you're responding for you and a guest (or your family), you'll be able to RSVP for your entire group on the next page.

Ex. Sarah Fortune (not The Fortune Family or Dr. & Mr. Fortune)

Travel

Hotel

Holiday Inn Asheville - Biltmore West

435 Smokey Park Highway, Asheville, NC 28806
 (828) 665-2161

This is the closest hotel to the wedding site at 11 miles and about an 18 minute drive. There are other hotels in the area as well.

House Or Rental

Mountain Springs Cabins

27 Emma's Cove Road, Candler, NC 28715
 (828) 665-1004

Mountain Springs Cabins have 13 cabins, 2 tiny homes, and 5 yurts to choose from! They are 4 miles and about an 8 minute drive from the wedding site. They are all listed on their website, however you will need to call to get rates.

Travel Note

Potential AirBnB & VRBO Listings

There are a ton of local homes, cabins, tiny homes, and RV’s out there to book for the night as well. Don’t forget to search AirBnB and VRBO for local listings near 88 Ben’s Cove Rd., Candler, NC 28715. The main road to search on would be Pisgah Highway in Candler, NC 28715.

F.A.Q.s

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When should I RSVP by?

Answer

Please RSVP by July 23.

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Are kids welcome?

Answer

Please leave the kiddos at home. There is a pond, a river, and adult festivities happening that the children should avoid. Better safe than sorry!

Question

What should I wear?

Answer

Seeing how the wedding is in August in the mountains, we are expecting daylight temperatures to be in the 80’s and evening temperatures to be in the 60’s. Dress to impress, however the ceremony and celebrating will be outdoors in grassy areas. Slacks, sundresses, comfy shoes, and a big smile!

Question

Can I bring a date?

Answer

If you let us know by July 23rd, we don’t see why not! Just give us a heads up.

Question

Do you have any hotel recommendations?

Answer

We do! And cabins as well! Please check the “Travel” section on our website.

Question

Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

Answer

Unfortunately, you are responsible for your own transportation.

Question

Are you registered? Where?

Answer

The only wedding registry we have is here on this website. It is for our Honeymoon fund. We will not be accepting gifts for the wedding. We have gathered enough stuff over the years. We really would just prefer a romantic getaway. Anything helps!

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