Small Wedding Venues in North Carolina: 19 Intimate Picks From the Mountains to the Coast

Venue Superpowers:

Woodsy Vibes

Tented Receptions

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: idyllic, woodsy setting perched on a hill just outside of Asheville, with magnificent views of the seasonally changing leaves and mountains beyond • receptions in an expansive, clear-top tent for all-weather celebrations • overnight lodging for two nights in the cozy, fully furnished farmhouse is included in all wedding packages

Venue Superpowers:

Destination Weddings

Clingmans Dome Views

Wedding Weekend Lodging

Fab Features: private 22-acre mountain retreat just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park offering 3-day destination wedding weekends• say “I do” at the Great Smoky Mountains Overlook, then dine under the stars on the Event Lawn • weekend packages include lodging for 26 in the Chalet Lodge and romantic fireplace Spa Suites

Venue Superpowers:

Artist-Designed Retreat

Vintage Bohemian Vibe

22 Acres of Blue Ridge Beauty

Fab Features: artist-built Blue Ridge retreat with reclaimed timbers, vintage Moroccan rugs, and a tiger-wood speakeasy bar • ceremonies on the covered Mountain View Patio, in the four-acre Open Field, or in the fruit tree–ringed Peninsula Garden • 22 acres of forested trails and a babbling brook, plus a five-bedroom Abode for overnight stays

Venue Superpowers:

Downtown Asheville Location

Modern Vibes

Rooftop Bar

Fab Features: fresh, modern hotel with a fab downtown Asheville location • the Blue Ridge Ballroom boasts a clean, contemporary feel and moveable walls to accommodate celebrations of all sizes • enjoy a rooftop afterparty at Soprana Cucina, which offers nibbles, cocktails, and a fab city view

Venue Superpowers:

Sweeping Mountain Views

Destination Weddings

Fun On-Site Activities

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, all with incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views • enjoy fun on-site activities like fly-fishing, skeet shooting, archery, tennis, pickleball, and more!

Venue Superpowers:

Treehouse Cabins

Pet-Friendly

Secluded Setting

Fab Features: upscale estate home surrounded by beautiful gardens and grounds, with large windows that frame views of the spectacular mountains • say "I do" perched on a hilltop, steps away from the home, then dine and dance on the lawn beneath a clear-top tent • cool on-site lodging in luxury treehouses

Venue Superpowers:

Destination Weddings

Cliffside Ceremonies

Secluded Estate

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 18 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!

Venue Superpowers:

Historical Charm

All-Inclusive

Industrial Elegance

Fab Features: a spacious 160-year-old warehouse on Hickory City Walk in the heart of downtown • charming industrial details like vintage brick and exposed wooden beams offset by elegant crystal chandeliers and chic lounge furniture • delectable in-house catering serves all tastes, with options ranging from multi-course feasts to house-smoked barbecue to gourmet pizza and taco bars

Venue Superpowers: 

Family-Run

Bespoke Packages

Historic Farmhouse

Fab Features: lush, six-acre family-run farm studded with graceful magnolias and ancient oaks • sweet ceremony pergola and manicured grounds with ample space for dinner & dancing, or celebrate in the restored 1820 farmhouse • bespoke, flexible packages accommodate both sweet, simple micro-weddings and grand, fully turnkey affairs that include overnight accommodations

Venue Superpowers:

Customized Packages

Fabulous Amenities

Affordable Luxury

Fab Features: elegant clubhouse surrounded by manicured grounds • walk down a brick aisle to exchange vows beneath a white arbor backed by towering trees • the grand ballroom is designed with a neutral color palette, crystal chandeliers, and opens to a covered terrace

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Romantic Elopements

Panoramic Views

Fab Features: a unique and historic venue with timeless details • say ‘I do’ outdoors on the grassy lawn followed by a breezy cocktail hour • hold your reception indoors amongst the 1888 solid brick construction, arched windows, and soaring 30 foot tall exposed wooden beams

Venue Superpowers:

Gorgeous Outdoor Settings

All-Inclusive

Upscale Elegance

Fab Features: elegant country club surrounded by lush manicured grounds • ceremonies under a white arbor followed by elegant receptions inside the light-filled rooms • the professional and experienced staff ensures that your event goes off without a hitch!

Venue Superpowers:

Relaxed, Natural Vibe

Rustic Barn

Friendly Farm Animals

Fab Features: rustic, welcoming farm on 14 pine-dotted acres beside the West Prong branch of the Newport River • picturesque 2-story timber-framed barn with a wood-burning stove, a rough-hewn staircase, and a full catering area • snap photos amid the gardens and with the adorable farm animals

Venue Superpowers: 

Private Estate

Waterfront Views

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: exclusive waterfront estate perched on the banks of the Neuse River with incredible views of Pamlico Sound • exchange vows with a sweeping, unobstructed view of the water from the estate’s grand lawn • then adjourn to the Pavilion—it’s fully climate-controlled and can be enclosed if desired, but when its sides are left open, you’re treated to a lovely panorama of the river and grounds

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Home

Overnight Accommodations

Landscaped Gardens

Fab Features: historic 1921 estate-turned-lovely boutique hotel located less than a mile from charming downtown and the Pamlico waterfront • ceremonies outside the hotel, backed by its stately brick exterior, or amid the intimate gardens • cozy, light-flooded lodging for your nearest and dearest

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Barn

Riverfront

Vintage Vibes

Fab Features: lovely, welcoming venue nestled on the lush banks of the Neuse River, surrounded by fragrant magnolia and Carolina pine trees • packages include use of their extensive collection of décor, vintage furniture, golf cart transport, fire pit, lawn games, and table settings • cocktails on the river-view Veranda followed by dining & dancing in the climate-controlled barn

Venue Superpowers: 

Pastoral Romance

Lakefront Ceremonies

Modern Barn

Fab Features: picturesque, pastoral property with a gracious indoor/outdoor flow and endless photo ops • exchange vows beneath a shady wooden pergola, backed by the sparkling lake and verdant meadows, followed by photos before the quaint covered bridge • receptions flow between the al fresco lawn and covered pavilion and the modern wooden barn, which boasts a dramatic curved entrance

Venue Superpowers:

Elopements

Charming Chapel

Picturesque

More Fab Features: family-run sanctuary set on 54 acres of lakeside meadows • the chapel was built by local artisans using 500-year-old English brick, with stunning details like exposed oak ceiling trusses, and breathtaking custom stained glass windows • gorgeous photo ops among the serene landscape

Venue: Emerald Ridge Farm