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Meet us in the mountains, down by the river!
Meet us in the mountains, down by the river!
October 17, 2026
Lenoir, NC

Megan & Brian Rittenberry

Leaves and Lights

FAQs

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What Yurt/ Cottage am I assigned to? How do I pay?

Answer

Megan and Brian have hand picked family and friends who will be staying on property. An email was sent out earlier this year with a spreadsheet detailing who will be staying where, with whom and costs. Another email will be sent out before end of June, please check spam folders. A BMBR employee will reach out around end of June to take payments and provide check in information.

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Rain Back Up Plan

Answer

If it rains day of ceremony, October 17th, we will hold ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception in the Rocky Pavilion and Speakeasy.

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Map of BMBR

Answer

Copy & paste link into search bar: https://brownmountainbeach.com/resort-grounds/ Screenshot for a copy later! Maps will be provided at location.

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Wifi Services

Answer

There is no Wifi expect in the following buildings: the "Check in/ Conservation Center/ Cafe" and around the reception area near "Groomsman Cottage" and "Bar & Deck" Please unplug and enjoy!!

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What to Pack

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Ceremony/ Reception attire: semi formal Outdoor clothes and shoes River: Bathing suits, highly suggests closed toe water shoes with a stable sole. Open toe water shoes are fine, but might stub your toe. Toiletries: shampoo/ conditioner/ body wash etc. Towels: BMBR will provide for those staying on property bathroom towels and outdoor towels. Double check what is offered with each Yurt/ Cottage

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What Is Provided In My Yurt/ Cottage

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Please reference BMBR walk through videos. Bathroom towels. Outdoor towels. Steamer Coffee pot or Keurig. Microwave. Refrigerator. Sink. Plates. Bowls. Mugs. Glasses. Silverware. Some yurts/ cottages: Gas- grill. Hot Tub. Deck overlooking the river

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Food/ Beverages

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During your stay, the cafe will be open and available for food and beverage services from 8:00am to 5:00pm daily. Details on ordering will be provided once arrived. Each yurt and cottage has a kitchenet and grill. Guests staying on property are responsible for their own food and beverages. Food and beverages will be provided at the following events (please see Schedule for details): Rehearsal Brunch, BBQ at BMBR, Cocktail hour, Reception and Goodbye Brunch

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Closest Gas Station

Answer

Collettsville General Store 4295 Collettsville Rd #9012, Collettsville, NC 28611 Left on Adako Rd. Stay on for 6 minutes/ 4 miles until reach Collettsville Rd, turn right. Station will be on right.

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Closest Grocery Store

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Food Lion, 2116 Morganton Blvd SW, Lenoir, NC 28645 About 20 minutes from venue Turn left onto Adako Rd, 3.2 mi- Turn right onto NC-90 E, 0.7 mi- Turn right onto Abington Rd, 6.9 mi- Turn right onto Fairview Dr NW, 0.3 mi- Turn right onto Harper Ave- Make left into store lot

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Exiting Directions:

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Make way down BMBR driveway. Turn left onto Adako Rd, 3.2 mi. Turn right onto NC-90 E, "Collettsville Rd". By the time you reach this point you should have signal for GPS

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Are kids allowed? Are dogs allowed?

Answer

Meg & Brian ask those who have kids and dogs to leave them with loved ones. Thank you!