No matter the time of year, the mountains of Western NC offer many scenic, award-winning wedding venues. Whether you’re looking for a rustic, mountain-chic theme or romantic elegance, Jackson County has you covered. Ready to say “I do” to your ideal venue?
For a wedding in any season of the year, the Best Western River Escape Inn & Suites offers a gorgeous space that displays all that the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains has to offer! Here at the BEST WESTERN PLUS River Escape Inn & Suites, we spend a great amount of time catering to the needs of our special events guests.
Website: http://www.bwriverescape.com/
Address: 248 WBI Drive Dillsboro NC 28725
Call Location: (828) 586-6060
Email Location: megano@nightstarlodging.com
Feel like royalty on your special day at Castle Ladyhawke. This Scottish border castle is set against the pristine backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains just 20 minutes North of Cashiers. This expansive and dramatic venue offers sweeping views and rustic elegance for up to 150 guests.
Website: https://castleladyhawke.com/
Address: 1698 Shook Cove Rd, Tuckasegee, NC 28783
Call Location: (833) 522-7853
The Cedar Creek Club has room for 250 guests and offers several options designed to fit your unique style on your wedding day. This recently remodeled facility combines modern amenities and the classic charm of a 1920s summer retreat. Hold your ceremony on the club croquet court overlooking Lake Lupton or underneath a generations-old oak on the lush, grassy lawn.
Website: https://cedarcreekclub.com/
Address: 42 Racquet Club Drive, Cashiers, NC 28717
Call Location: (828) 743-9380
Email Location: weddings@cedarcreekracquetclub.com
Natural elegance meets rustic simplicity at the Chimney Pond Farm, which is framed by rolling hills, wild grapevines, and blueberry bushes. With a 2,500-square-foot custom barn boasting a 1,000-square-foot wrap-around deck overlooking Lake Glenville, this location offers several wedding packages for up to 200 guests to fit the needs of your celebration.
Website: https://chimneypondfarm.com/
Address: 240 Chimney Pond Road, Glenville, NC 28736
Call Location: (561) 307-3003
Email Location: chimneypondfarms3@gmail.com
With cascading thousand-foot cliffs peering through the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, the detailed craftsmanship of the Jeggings barn reception space, and the custom farm-to-table menu from Executive Chef Adam Hayes, Lonesome Valley has it all. Having received multiple accolades, such as Best Wedding Venue in North America by BizBash, a Brides magazine top venue in 2018, and the 2016 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award®, this rustic venue brings together the best of modern amenities and local heritage. And it only hosts a handful of events each year, which means you’ll be in exclusive company.
Website: https://lonesomevalley.com/cashiers-nc-weddings/
Address: 94 Lonesome Valley Road, Sapphire, NC 28774
Call Location: (828) 743-7696
Email Location: sarah@lonesomevalley.com
Peacock Reserve is an enchanting wedding venue nestled in the picturesque mountains of Western North Carolina. Our idyllic setting offers a perfect blend of farmhouse charm and modern comfort.
Website: https://www.peacockreserve.com/
Address: 85 Peacock Place, Whittier NC 28789
Call Location: (828) 276-3014
Email Location: events@peacockreserve.com
Nestled in the mountains of Tuckasegee NC, Running Cedar Springs is a 60-acre tract of beautiful forest near the Blue Ridge Parkway. We offer intimate weddings in a lovely mountain setting! Stay with us and venture out for hiking and lake fun!
Website: http://runningcedarsprings.com/
Address: 85 Running Cedar Springs, Tuckasegee NC, 28783
Call Location: (828) 476-8260
Email Location: info@runningcedarsprings.com
Outland Great Smoky Mountains invites you to a magical wedding experience on our private 22-acre estate. Revel in panoramic mountain views as you craft your perfect day with our customizable wedding packages. With lodging for 26 overnight guests, Outland offers a blend of natural beauty and refined comfort. Choose from various picturesque locations for your ceremony and reception, from intimate elopements to full weekends celebrations for up to 125 guests, ensuring a truly unique day tailored to your love story! Let Outland be the canvas for the beginning of your lifelong journey together!
Website: https://www.stayoutland.com
Address: 285 Lone Oak Drive, Whittier, NC, 28789
Call Location: 828-586-0251
Email: manager@stayoutland.com
The Applegate is nestled in a private corner of downtown Dillsboro, NC and offers a relaxed and inviting atmosphere for weddings, rehearsal dinners, parties, and lodging. Our large front porch offers the convenience of outdoor dining for up to 80 guests under string lights in any weather. The Hemlock Room can accommodate 50 guests for indoor dining, lounge area, foodservice or cocktail space. The spacious Creekside Lawn is the perfect setting for ceremonies, cocktail hours or outdoor receptions for guest counts exceeding 130.
Website: http://www.yourapplegate.com/
Address: 114 West Hemlock Street, Dillsboro, NC 28725
Call Location: (828) 400-0821
Email Location: info@yourapplegate.com
The Historic Jackson County Courthouse towers over the charming small town of Sylva. Built in 1914, the building combines traditional southern charm with notable 20th-century architecture, and it is known as one of the most photographed buildings in the state. Sound like the perfect venue for a picture-perfect wedding?
Website: http://fontanalib.org/sylva
Address: 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC 28779
Call Location: (828) 586-2016
Email Location: tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org
The McGuire Estate
Everything you need under one roof to create the wedding experience that you have dreamed for you and your guests. A 1300 sqft pavilion for the reception and or wedding, a huge yard for outside ceremonies or large parties, a lounge and grille for food and cocktails, two suites for the groom bride and family to enjoy. Plus, our vendors list will help you reach out to amazing and talented local folks that can help set the ambiance! Plus, we have all the permits that need to be pulled, so that doesn’t even have to be a concern. All this and so much more with the backdrop of an old house dating back to 1910 in a small town with 4 breweries, several bars and restaurants.
Website: https://www.thepapermill.pub/weddings
Address: 553 W Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779
Call Location: (828) 507-3529
Email Location: mcguireestate553@gmail.com
The Orchard is known for delicious food and friendly service. But this charming dining destination in a 100-year-old farmhouse is also an ideal place to host wedding groups from 15 to 80 people. On-property guest lodging is available in the Orchard Guest Cottage, and larger parties can enjoy the spacious Orchard Event Barn.
Website: https://www.theorchardcashiers.com/private-events-barn/
Address: 905 NC-107, Cashiers, NC 28717
Call Location: (828) 743-7614
Email Location: events@theorchardcashiers.com
The Village Green is a spectacular 13-acre, nonprofit park system in beautiful Cashiers, NC. Within the heart of the park, lies the Lewis Event Hall. Lewis Event Hall is a stunning 5800 sq. ft. incredibly versatile space for events. With 30-foot timber-frame cathedral ceilings, a bridal suite, a full catering kitchen, incredible natural light, a classic color palette, and a beautiful central fireplace you’re sure to be able to create your perfect day! Along with the indoor venue, you also have access to our 1-acre outdoor lawn, covered outdoor event stage, and covered outdoor pavilion! Lewis Hall can comfortably accommodate 200 seated guests indoors, and a tented event on the Lawn can accommodate up to 500 guests.
Website: https://www.villagegreencashiersnc.com/weddings/
Address: 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC 28717
Call Location: (828) 400-0821 or (828) 743-3434
Email Location: info@thevillagegreen.com
Characterized by its spectacular natural beauty, vast skies, and scenic mountain vistas, Trillium Links and Lake Club is the picture-perfect mountain venue for any special event. The expansive mountain views are the perfect complement to an intimate ceremony, making Trillium’s facilities ideal not only for weddings but also for engagement parties, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners.
Website: https://www.trilliumnc.com/wedding-and-special-events.html
Address: 48 Links Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717
Call Location: (828) 743-6161
Email Location: info@trilliumnc.com
A 7-year recipient of WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award®, the Vineyards at Betty’s Creek also hold a spot in the top 5% of wedding venues nationwide, featuring an abundance of location options for you to choose from. With hundreds of acres of protected forest, miles of hiking trails, and dozens of manicured gardens, orchards, and vineyards, this venue has something for every guest to enjoy. After attending the reception in the 1820’s-inspired barn or dancing the night away in the open-air pavilion overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, you can relax in the cozy, romantic Honeymoon Cottage at Betty’s Cellar.
Website: https://www.thevineyardsatbettyscreek.com/
Address: 10 Vineyard Lane, Sylva, NC 28779
Call Location: (828) 506-3139
Email Location: info@thevineyardsatbettyscreek.com
Vintage Barn Events
For couples who want something a bit more serene and unique, the quaint Vintage Barn checks all the boxes. Sitting on a beautiful 22-acre property surrounded by forests, rolling meadows, and natural creeks, this WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award® venue mixes modern amenities with classic rustic charm.
Website: https://www.mountainbarnevents.com/#venue
Address: 780 Beech Tree Road, Whittier, NC 28789
Call Location: (828) 631-5249
Email Location: info@mountainbarnevents.com
The Zachary Tolbert House is a beloved 150 year-old National Treasure and features a lush lawn and plentiful space for an intimate wedding ceremony, surrounded by the forest.
Website: https://www.cashiershistoricalsociety.org/
Address: 1940 Hwy 107 S, Cashiers, NC 28717
Call Location: (828) 743-7710
