Our magical Blue Ridge Mountains are definitely a romantic place to get married! On our favorites list you'll find many unique settings for a wedding in Asheville and the surrounding western North Carolina towns. These venues will graciously accommodate your wishes for a ceremony or reception, along with banquets, group dinners and family reunions. We are a hot spot for destination dream weddings, bringing in family and friends from across the country to create a vacation for everyone (see our top things to do)!
For many resources (like officiants, photographers, wedding license, etc.), see our Wedding Services guide. If just two (or so) of you, see our Elopement Guide.
Top 30 Wedding Venue Locations
Get married on the beach with spectacular lake and mountain views. Offers many amenities, including golf, swimming, spa, boating, hiking, biking and more.
Outdoor Facilities: A variety of venues: Lakeview Terrace is boasts 180-degree lake views for a reception of up to 300 guests. Lakeside Gazebo is the prime... read more
Outdoor Facilities: A variety of venues: Lakeview Terrace is boasts 180-degree lake views for a reception of up to 300 guests. Lakeside Gazebo is the prime... read more
This elegant 1868 Victorian Inn in Hot Springs has beautiful mountain views and features an in-house wedding coordinator, as well as an on-premises restaurant, catering options and accommodations for 80 guests. Packages for large, medium and small weddings, plus elopements. Hot Springs was recently voted the Best Small Mountain... read more
This elegant and romantic castle features original hardwood floors, cherry walls, grand Appalachian stone fireplaces and alabaster sconces. Luminous wrought iron chandeliers cast graceful lighting from the 20-ft. ceiling of the Great Room. Located one mile north of downtown, Homewood is nestled in the historic neighborhood of... read more
Olivette's Rosebay Park consists of 7 beautiful acres on the banks of the French Broad River. Located 15 minutes from downtown Asheville, the park features an outdoor pavilion with a lovely stone fireplace, a large yard, a fire pit amphitheater and a private island with a wedding circle and labyrinth. A perfect location to make any... read more
Farmland offers panoramic views of the mountains along the Swannanoa River in one of the most open valleys in the region. On-site housing for up to 54 guests, with all-inclusive packages for local and destination weddings.
Indoor Facilities: 5,000 sq. ft. of architectural tent on permanent, concrete foundation with... read more
Indoor Facilities: 5,000 sq. ft. of architectural tent on permanent, concrete foundation with... read more
Situated on a mountaintop overlooking Asheville, the Main Hall features 86 feet of windows facing west toward the Blue Ridge Parkway. Adjacent to a waterfall, the glass-enclosed Pavilion has 360 degrees of mountain views and a garden terrace. Located 4.5 miles from downtown.
Indoor Facilities: The venue capacity is 230 for... read more
Indoor Facilities: The venue capacity is 230 for... read more
This unique event barn and the surrounding fields, located on a 500-acre Conservation Easement, offer a pristine setting perfect for a formal or casual wedding ceremony and reception year-round. Enjoy 360-degree views, farm animals and lawn games on a working farm, just fourteen miles from downtown Asheville. Operated by M7 Event Solutions... read more
This fun-loving, 33-acre organic farm offers flexible venue space to suit your needs. The barn features an event space on the ground level and a custom-designed farm house on the upper level. Lodging options include the 3-bedroom farm house and an off-grid, eco-community center with cabins and unlimited camping. Franny’s Farm has gardens,... read more
Hilton Asheville is a chic hotel located in the trendy Biltmore Park neighborhood. With luxurious amenities, large reception venues and a fantastic menu that can be personalized to your tastes, the Hilton is a perfect venue for your big day. Let their on-site wedding professional assist you with all the details.
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Tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains, this intimate, scenic property provides couples the space for a perfect boutique wedding. Bend of Ivy has a design feel of Asian zen with Italian rolling landscapes, surrounded by spectacular mountain views. Rental includes full and exclusive use of 63 acres with streams, gardens, pergolas, arbors, a... read more
Classic, yet modern, hotel features a new, stately ballroom with 20 ft. ceilings. Decorated in the rich hues of the Arts and Crafts period. Grand private entrance leads to elegant prefunction space with hand-crafted stone fireplace. Elegant surroundings and sumptuous food in Biltmore Village.
Indoor Facilities: Burghley... read more
Indoor Facilities: Burghley... read more
This family-run, 500-acre Quarter horse and Texas Longhorn cattle ranch is located in the heart of the Cane Creek Valley, just south of downtown Asheville. This full-service venue offers mouth-watering menus, two pavilions overlooking a 7-acre lake and all the beauty Western North Carolina has to offer. They specialize in weddings and... read more
Surrounded by more than a century of historic grandeur, this legendary hotel features many distinctive venues, including outdoor terraces with majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Omni Grove Park Inn offers exceptional cuisine, luxurious accommodations and legendary service. Add to that four signature locally-sourced... read more
An exquisite jewel in the midst of 200 protected acres near Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, 25 minutes southeast of Asheville. Part of a green, sustainable eco-community. Experience the peaceful and rejuvenating atmosphere of this magical place.
Indoor Facilities: The great room accommodates 100, with hearthstone wood stove... read more
Indoor Facilities: The great room accommodates 100, with hearthstone wood stove... read more
In 1924, Cornelia Vanderbilt could have chosen any place for her wedding. She chose Biltmore. Today, Biltmore extends their legacy of gracious hospitality, romance and history to you and your guests. Picture an enchanted evening against the backdrop of America’s largest home, or a celebration in a pristine setting surrounded by... read more
Highland Lake Inn is where natural beauty and southern hospitality combine to create a magical place to say "I do." Garden-centered cuisine, casually elegant lodging accommodations and a staff dedicated to fulfilling your every need ensures that your day will be everything you've hoped for. Friends and family will be talking about... read more
Kessler Collection's masterpiece is steps away from gates of the famous Biltmore Estate. The authentic Old-World, rustic ambiance of this Tudor-inspired boutique hotel is masterfully blended with all of the modern luxuries.
Indoor Facilities: State-of-the-art event space includes the 2,200 sq. ft.,... read more
Indoor Facilities: State-of-the-art event space includes the 2,200 sq. ft.,... read more
The Farm’s flexibility makes it a great venue for weddings, reception, rehearsal dinners and dances. Cabins and Cottages on property can house up to 26 guests. Ten miles from downtown Asheville.
Indoor Facilities: 2,200 sq. ft. great room with hardwood floors, heated or air conditioned, a huge stone fireplace... read more
Indoor Facilities: 2,200 sq. ft. great room with hardwood floors, heated or air conditioned, a huge stone fireplace... read more
Beautiful turn-of-the-century banquet hall overlooking Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville. High ceilings, exposed-wood trusses and brick walls create a wonderful atmosphere for your event. Venue offers flexibility within an environment of impeccable service.
Indoor Facilities: Accommodates up to 250 for cocktail... read more
Indoor Facilities: Accommodates up to 250 for cocktail... read more
New wedding venue in 2017! European soul meets laid-back Carolina style at this design-rich hotel in the heart of downtown Asheville, just a block from Pack Square. Their 132 contemporary, upscale guestrooms especially appeal to the desires of millennials. Find gathering areas for friends and family in the first and ninth floor lobbies.
Holistic retreat destination with overnight accommodations on a 54-acre retreat, just a couple of miles from downtown Asheville.
Indoor Facilities: Beautiful Garden Pavilion with a wall of windows overlooking the Parterre Garden and waterfall. Perfect for a reception after a ceremony in the adjacent garden, for up to 75... read more
Indoor Facilities: Beautiful Garden Pavilion with a wall of windows overlooking the Parterre Garden and waterfall. Perfect for a reception after a ceremony in the adjacent garden, for up to 75... read more
Tucked into the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains, High Hampton Inn provides a breathtaking setting for a dream destination wedding for up to 350 guests. Surrounded by mountains, lush green landscapes and towering forests, the venue offers prestigious wedding services for bridal parties large or small. The peaceful mood, vistas and... read more
The Lodge gives you a wide array of options with 2,100 sq. ft. indoors and 2,600 outdoors, providing ample room for your ceremony and reception. Maybe a riverside setting fits your vision. 10 minutes from the spa town of Hot Springs in Madison County. Ask about their outdoor adventure package to make your wedding even more memorable.
Engadine, a country retreat located just 15 minutes west of the urban center of Asheville, offers accommodations with 5 rooms in the B&B and 6 cabins. The property can house up to 35 guests.
Indoor Facilities: The elegant Parlor and the Dining Room in the historic Inn for smaller weddings and events.
Indoor Facilities: The elegant Parlor and the Dining Room in the historic Inn for smaller weddings and events.
Located in the Nantahala Gorge near Bryson City, Falling Waters Adventure Resort sits above Fontana Lake, with views of the lake, Nantahala National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy a big variety of outdoor adventures during your big weekend, including ziplines and whitewater rafting.Indoor... read more
Celebrate your style at this downtown Asheville hotel. Book discounted hotel rooms for your group, too.
Indoor Facilities: Guestrooms feature ultra-comfortable signature beds, an oversized spa shower and custom amenities.
Outdoor Facilities: Air Level has over 2,000 sq. ft. of space with stunning... read more
Indoor Facilities: Guestrooms feature ultra-comfortable signature beds, an oversized spa shower and custom amenities.
Outdoor Facilities: Air Level has over 2,000 sq. ft. of space with stunning... read more
DIY venue with modern lodging on-site. Camping and glamping, too. Choose your own caterer, music, decor, etc., and their staff does the work for you. Their unspoiled mountain landscape, just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, is perfect for three-day wedding weekends. Owners/operators Holly and Rob work every event to... read more
“On Broadway,” in the Historic Broadway Arts Building, is one of Asheville’s most authentic urban venues. Whether you are seeking traditional, unique, elegant or extravagant for your special day, this remarkable venue offers brides and grooms the chance to transform your vision into reality. Chef Kim Lloyd and the... read more
The Arboretum’s green wedding program offers green buildings and sustainable landscapes as sites for weddings, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, wedding anniversary gatherings and commitment ceremonies for 50 to 150 guests. Extend your celebration of love for each other to the natural world by reducing your wedding event’s... read more
Luxury mountaintop inn with a private entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Perfect for elopements, engagements, vow renewals and honeymoons. The relaxing setting, gourmet cuisine and rustic luxury could not be more romantic.
Outdoor Facilities: Especially stellar for elopements and vow renewals.... read more
Outdoor Facilities: Especially stellar for elopements and vow renewals.... read more
Whether on top of the Chimney with a 75-mile panoramic view, at the base of a 404-ft. waterfall, surrounded by majestic cliffs, or in a silent grove, Chimney Rock State Park offers a unique mountain setting for your ceremony that is as rustic or elegant as you are.... read more
Go to our Wedding Services guide for officiants, photographers, wedding license, etc.
Looking for a great place to pop the question? See the Top 10 Places to Propose at Biltmore or the Best Mountain Views. For your honeymoon, stay at a top rated hotel, mountain cabin or romantic B&B.
Elope! See our guide to the best places and tips for eloping in Asheville.
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If you are getting married in Asheville or the surrounding mountains of North Carolina, here are some resources to help! Find local wedding planners, officiants, elopement options, photographers and... read more
Looking for ideas for activities and things to do for a romantic getaway or family vacation to Asheville and the mountains of North Carolina? Here's our bucket list of 25 favorites, according to our... read more
Many couples travel to Asheville and the mountains of North Carolina for an elopement or a small wedding celebration with a few friends or family members. It's the perfect place to elope. Since we... read more
Ready to explore the great outdoors of western North Carolina mountains near Asheville? The breathtaking scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounds the city... read more
Looking for ideas for what to do on a weekend escape to Asheville and the mountains? Since there are so many things to do and everyone has a different vision of the "perfect" getaway, here are 40... read more
