Laughing Waters Retreat Center 3963 Gerton Hwy • Gerton • NC 28735
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Tucked within 900 pristine "forever protected" acres on the banks of the Hickory Nut Creek, this dreamy retreat center is surrounded by lush forest, cascading waterfalls, and miles of beautiful hiking trails.
- Exchange vows on the shore of the creek, beside the tranquil pond, or by the stone ruins of the original farmhouse. Then, move inside to the rustic lodge for a reception wrapped in log cabin style. There's room outside for a tent, too, if you'd like to keep things totally al fresco.
- There are four rooms in the cozy lodge for overnight guests, as well as a lovely honeymoon cottage with a private deck overlooking a waterfall. During the day, you and your guests can explore the forest, or head into Asheville for the area's best food and entertainment.
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Deals
Laughing Waters Retreat Center has been impacted by Hurricane Helene and is working on fixing damages from the storm. Weddings & events can be booked from January 2025 and beyond.
Weddings with less than 40 people OR weddings held between November 15 and April 15 will receive a discount of $500!
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Package Prices
- $4,700–6,500/event
- Package prices vary depending on:
- Time of year
- Guest count
- Package chosen
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 90 | 90 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 90 | 90 |
| Reception | Seated | 90 | 90 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 90. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
BYO
Alcohol
BYO
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Garden
- Retreat
- Mountain
- Inn / Lodge
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Creek / River
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Lagoon / Pond
- Mountains
- Waterfall
Laughing Waters Retreat Center
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