19 North Carolina Venues Perfect For Your Small Wedding

Making big plans for your small North Carolina wedding? With its picturesque landscape and historic charm, you can elope in the Blue Ridge Mountains, host a laid-back affair in the Outer Banks, or throw a petite-yet-posh party at a modern boutique event space downtown. These versatile venues provide a picturesque setting and custom-curated packages that are sure to make your micro celebration a mega-hit!



ASHEVILLE



Twisty Maple Events

Fletcher, NC

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

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Outland Great Smoky Mountains

Whittier, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Destination Weddings

DIY Welcome

Laid Back, Natural Beauty

Fab Features: remarkable, secluded 20-acre retreat offering 3-day destination wedding weekends • large event lawns boast spectacular panoramas of the Smokies, alongside a cascading stream, a quaint pond, and lush forest that changes with the seasons • a charming vintage white barn makes a lovely ceremony backdrop or indoor reception site

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown

Asheville, NC

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Vineyard at High Holly

Highlands, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Gardens

Rustic-Chic

Charming Accommodations

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Stony Woods Estate

Marshall, NC

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Biltmore Village Inn

Asheville, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Mountain Views

Elopements

Fab Features: beautiful hilltop Queen Anne B&B • exchange vows with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Swannanoa River Valley • unique micro wedding packages with optional useful add-ons like in-room hair and makeup services

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Nantahala Weddings & Events

Topton, NC

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 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!

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Warehouse 18 Venues

Hickory, NC

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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CHARLOTTE



Providence Country Club

Charlotte, NC

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!

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Firethorne Country Club

Marvin, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable Luxury

All-Inclusive

Creative Cuisine

Fab Features: dignified Arts and Crafts-style stone clubhouse • gorgeous outdoor ceremonies on the expansive patio, surrounded by lush plantings and verdant greens • dreamy photo ops among natural rock structures, reflective ponds, and several copses of trees

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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OUTER BANKS



The Farm at West Prong Acres

Newport, NC

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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GREENVILLE



The Ell Hotel

Washington, NC

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 Palmlico 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

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Copper Ridge on the Neuse

New Bern, NC

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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RALEIGH



The Carolina Manor House

Franklinton, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Unique Accommodations

Indoor/Outdoor Flow

Fab Features: authentic Queen Anne-style mansion nestled on a picturesque 10-acre lot • prep in the mansion's luxurious dressing suites, then exchange vows in a lovely, intimate garden "chapel" and receptions in the chic, modern Grand Hall • unique overnight lodging available in rustic, treehouse-inspired cabins

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$
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Brier Creek Country Club

Raleigh, North Carolina

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Glass Box

Raleigh, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Luxury

Rooftop Events

City Views

Fab Features: sophisticated, loft-style gem nestled on the 5th-floor of a historic, turn-of-the-century Classical Revival building • the bright and airy space is bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows and hardwood floors reflect its natural warmth • amazing downtown views from both inside and on the private outdoor balcony

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $
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WINSTON-SALEM



Summit Street Inns

Winston-Salem, NC

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Homes

Gracious Porches & Patios

Destination Weddings

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

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Little Chapel at Haven Ridge

Winston-Salem, NC

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

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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