Charlie Baywood
Maricruz Landeros
Charlie Baywood
Maricruz Landeros
August 23, 2025
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Registry
Schedule
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Church Wedding
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
167 St. Francis Place, Jefferson, NC 28640
Ceremony at Sky Retreat
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
438 Cascade Dr, Purlear, NC 28665
Cocktail Attire
Ceremony will start at 4, the venue will open at 3. Please arrive between 3 and 3:45 to get your seat.
Travel
Flight
Avelo
Avelo has direct flights from New Haven CT to Concord Airport. This is who we fly with when we visit North Carolina. Breeze has also just announced they will have flights from Hartford to Greensboro. Other airports you can fly to are Charlotte (CLT), Greensboro (GSO), or Raleigh (RDU)
House Or Rental
AirBnbs Near Purlear North Carolina
There are a lot of AirBnbs in the area, many of them having 3 or 4 bedrooms at reasonable prices. Click on the link and use the filters to find a place perfect for your family
Hotel
Park Vista Motor Lodge & Diner
Hotel
36 North Cabins
Discount Code - Mention you were referred by Sky Retreat for a 15% discount
Gallery
Things To Do
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a National Parkway and All-American Road in the United States, noted for its scenic beauty. The parkway, which is the longest linear park in the U.S.,[3] runs for 469 miles (755 km) through 29 counties in Virginia and North Carolina
Wahoo's Adventures
Foothills Outdoor Adventures
Come Back Shack
Burgers and Shakes
Sunrise Grill
Breakfast
Bella's of Boone Italian Restaurant
Pizza
Bayou Banner Elk
Cajun food
FAQs
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What is the dress code?
Answer
The dress code is summer cocktail attire. In your invitation we included a color guide to help you in picking your outfit. Please do not wear jeans, shorts, or sneakers.
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When should I RSVP by?
Answer
Please RSVP before 4/12/2025.
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Can I bring a date/Child?
Answer
If your additional guest is invited, their name will be included in the online RSVP. We know it’s a long day, so we completely understand if you choose to celebrate without them.
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Please include this in your RSVP
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Are you registered? Where?
Answer
Our registry is located on our website
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
You should arrive to the church before 11am. You should arrive to the reception at 3pm
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
Answer
We include a link to some Airbnb and hotels in the area. If you need help finding somewhere to stay let us know! Please note that the Blue Ridge Parkway is currently closed, so your GPS may show a longer travel time than your actual route will take. We hope that the parkway will be open by August.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
Yes, both venues have large parking lots
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
Answer
No, but we encourage guests to car pool!
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What is the easiest/best way to get to and from the wedding venue
Answer
Both the Church and Reception are located in the mountains, car is the best way to get around
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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?
Answer
The church will be inside, the reception will be both inside and outside.
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Will there be an open bar?
Answer
Yes, the bar will include 4 specialty cocktails that we selected, along with beer and wine.