20 North Carolina Venues For Your Destination Wedding

Fab Features: 30-acre adventure retreat that will keep your guests entertained all weekend long with activities from paragliding to river tubing • long-range valley and mountain views at the ceremony site • flexible options allow you to bring your own vendors and choose if you would like to rent cabins for guests

Fab Features: two lovingly restored historic residences transformed into a charming inn in Winston Salem's desirable West End • exchange vows in the private courtyard among colorful seasonal blooms, then mingle on the Ludlow House's wraparound porch • dine & dance al fresco, or in the gracious rooms of the stately Tudor-style Shaffner Inn

Fab Features: exchange vows under a charming gazebo framed by verdant lawns • the breathtaking Grand Pavilion boasts 360-degree vineyard views, gleaming wood ceilings draped with bistro lights, and a stone fireplace • luxurious dressing suite with beautiful gilded details and plenty of mirrors •

Fab Features: serene century-old mill-turned-restaurant and winery • ceremonies at the union of two merging creeks or beneath a gentle waterfall followed by rustic receptions in the barn or open-air pavilion • flexible event packages range from sweet elopements to full-service events for up to 150 guests

Fab Features: ceremonies beneath a magnificent archway of Duke stone quarried exclusively for the university, tucked among lush foliage • French doors lead to your reception in the chandelier-draped, classically elegant President's Ballroom • your generous package includes the assistance of the on-site wedding professions and complimentary accommodations for your wedding night

Fab Features: beautifully natural reserve highlighted by an 8-acre lake, heritage trees, a bamboo forest, and plenty of trails •  celebrate in the breezy open-air pavilion or the modern banquet hall, with rollup garage doors that frame panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains • weekend-long retreats include exclusive use of the 176-acre property and conservation land, all its amenities, and cozy, pet-friendly lodgings for 76 people

Fab Features: rustic farmstead getaway nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking Lake Glenville • picture-perfect ceremony options include a hilltop pergola and the Chimney Pond Meadow, surrounded by neat rows of Christmas trees • stylishly rustic reception barn highlighted by Tuscan lights and globe chandeliers

Fab Features: 12-acre retreat comprised of a historic Bed & Breakfast and spacious cabins • choose to exchange vows in front of the Holland Mountain range or an ancient white oak tree that face west, perfect for a dramatic sunset ceremony • elopement and small wedding packages available for a more intimate affair

Fab Features: impressive replica of a traditional Scottish border castle • 30-inch stone walls, multiple terraces and balconies, and an iconic turret, all surrounded by 62 acres of pristine woodland • spend your wedding night in the dreamy castle itself, while your loved ones will be nestled in right nearby at Bear Lake Reserve

Fab Features: exquisite destination venue set beside the sparkling Nantahala Lake, with nature as your altar at the Chapel in the Sky • cozy tiny homes offer overnight lodging for up to 14 people for weekend-long soirees (plus, no end times!) • host a yoga session with your guests, or enjoy hiking, rafting, and river adventures with a guide, making your weekend a true experience!

Fab Features: serene, private village situated on 54 lush acres adjacent to the national forest • romantic ceremonies in an arbor or a garden, on a covered bridge, beside a creek, or in an open-air pavilion • cozy on-site accommodations for 90 in the main house, studio, and cottages

Fab Features: picturesque vineyard set on the verdant Highland Plateau in the Blue Ridge Mountains • the gorgeous 32 acres house an award-winning dahlia garden, peaceful walking paths, a pond, and a serene waterfall • charming studio-style homestead cottage and 5 additional cottages

Fab Features: gorgeous farmland venue nestled along the banks of the Swannanoa River with Panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains • Say ‘I do’ in the lush Perennial Garden or under the Old Sycamore Tree with views of the bell tower • dance the night away in the huge reception tent and enjoy the award-winning, farm-to-table catering

Fab Features: 50-acre lush woodland resort just 12 minutes north of Asheville • creekside ceremonies beneath a canopy of walnut trees, or something more intimate in the dreamy treehouse • guests can rent one of 10 restored 1950s campers and spend the weekend hiking, exploring, or lounging in the hammocks

Fab Features: idyllic lakeside retreat • beachside ceremonies followed by receptions on the Lakeview Terrace • guests can enjoy fishing, hiking, boating, golf, and luxe on-site spa services

Fab Features: expansive resort tucked among serene woodlands walking distance from beautiful Blowing Rock, NC • indoor and outdoor event spaces that include lakefront tents, lush lawns, open hillside pastures, and elegant ballrooms • incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views from every site

Fab Features: historic farm only 12 minutes from Asheville but secluded among acres of pastoral meadows, oaks, and rolling hills • ceremonies set against the mountains with receptions in the classic red barn or under the stars on the expansive deck • cozy lodgings in the modern farmhouse

Fab Features: unique 24-bedroom estate located in a private community • stunning al fresco receptions poolside beneath stringed market lights • luxurious amenities, beautifully landscaped grounds, and spectacular facilities

Fab Features: beautiful beachfront property with lodgings in four plush rentals for up to 48 people • toes-in-the-sand ceremonies followed by poolside cocktail hours, just steps from the shore • stay a full week with your loved ones for a truly relaxing retreat

Fab Features: say "I do" beneath a draped bamboo arch, beside the aquamarine pool, or on the sand • intimate receptions in the light-flooded Sunroom, or grand celebrations in the Banquet Rooms, with their gleaming wood floors and warm neutral color scheme • in-house catering and coordination keep the planning process easy

Venue: The Barn at Rock Creek