Amanda Best
Richard Waddell
Amanda Best
Richard Waddell
August 23, 2025
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.
We hope you can make it!
Saturday, August 23, 2025
The Knotting Ceremony
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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
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Travel
Hotel
Holiday Inn Asheville - Biltmore West
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
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
Question
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.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
Answer
We do! And cabins as well! Please check the “Travel” section on our website.
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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!