SMOKY MOUNTAIN WEDDING VENUE WITH LAKE VIEWS
Discover Nantahala Weddings: Full Venue Walkthrough & Aerial Tour
Experience the Magic of Nantahala Weddings & Events
Our forest-nestled reception pavilion offers sweeping views of the lake and surrounding mountains, creating a stunning backdrop for your special day. Couples love the seamless flow from ceremony to reception to on-site lodging — all in one unforgettable mountain location.
Watch the video above for a full walkthrough tour of Nantahala Weddings & Events, featuring breathtaking aerial drone footage and a detailed room-by-room look. Explore our ceremony sites, reception pavilion, bridal and groom suites, and more — perfect for couples planning a destination or mountain wedding in North Carolina.
For a visual overview of our venue layout, please refer to this GRAPHICAL DEPICTION.
We have two Ceremony Areas. Chapel in the Sky and the Covered Chapel are both included in ALL packages.
Chapel in the Sky is an open-air ceremony area with lake and mountain views. We provide red mahogany chairs with black padded seats, a hexagon arch as well as tree stumps, candles, and signage to decorate the ceremony area. In case of rain, you can elect to have our clear tent set up at Chapel in the Sky.
Covered Chapel with a moss-covered stone backdrop interspersed with phlox and ferns seats 80 people on handcrafted sycamore benches is an alternative rain plan.
Our Reception Venue for up to 118 guests includes a majestic Reception Pavilion with lots of string lights and three chandeliers (already set up for you) and a caterer’s kitchen, bathrooms, and a wood bonfire pit for a s’more party. The Reception Pavilion is included in all Full an Microwedding packages.
Choose between a pavilion floor plan with a sweetheart table + loveseat or a head table.
Fie Top Suite is pet-friendly, sleeps up to 10, and includes:
- Bridal Salon with sound system
- Groom’s Lounge with sound system & home theater projector (WiFi/Bluetooth)
- Honeymoon Suite with bedroom & full bath
- Two private-entry bedrooms with full baths
- Accessible ground-floor bedroom with queen bed, sleeper sofa & transfer-shower bath
- Full kitchen & large dining room
- Gas fire pit
- Individual climate control in every room
The Mateos are four separate bungalows (tiny houses) adjacent to Fie Top Suite with eye-popping lake and mountain views. Booking is through Airbnb directly. $140 per night, 2-day minimum, pets allowed in two of the Mateos.Each Mateo has
- a queen-size bed
- full bathroom
- a kitchenette with coffee station/fridge/air fryer/microwave
- individual climate control
The Game Room is an optional add on or for your wedding day featuring:
- Pool Table
- Shuffle Board
- Foosball Table
- Couch and Reclining Chairs
- Corn Hole
- Poker Table
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Things Couples LOVE About Our Venue
- MULTI-DAY WEDDINGS ARE OUR SPECIALTY. Transform your wedding event into a wedding experience by extending the time with your favorite people: 3-, 4- or 5-days!
- UNLIMITED GATHERINGS FOR THE DURATION OF YOUR STAY. That means you can host as many celebrations as you wish throughout your stay. Use any facility on the venue property to make your events special! Host a welcome dinner, a traditional rehearsal dinner, a relaxed cookout, or a delightful brunch. The possibilities are endless!
- ONSITE LODGING FOR UP TO 18 PEOPLE. Much more Lodging close by, some accessible via trails adjacent to the venue, and even more within walking distance across the road.
- OUR PROMISE: No other weddings or events will take place on our property for the duration of your stay!
- 100% OPEN-VENDOR POLICY. We have amazing recommendations, but feel free to bring your favorites.
- PETS ARE WELCOME GUESTS! We allow pets inside most buildings and everywhere on the venue grounds. Pets are often part of the ceremony and are most certainly welcome during your reception!
- LGBTQ-FRIENDLY. We welcome everyone at our venue, and we’ll help you choose vendors that share our open philosophy.
- NO MANDATORY END TIME AND NO NOISE RESTRICTIONS! Your reception or any other event you host at our venue can go on as long as you want, without any noise limits. The focus is on relaxing and having fun! Enjoy every moment without any restrictions!
- ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE TRANSPORTATION TO CHAPEL IN THE SKY, our mountain top ceremony area.
- ADD WEDDING YOGA! Imagine a grounding yoga session at Chapel in the Sky to calm the nerves, connect you and your guests with each other and nature, and enhance mindfulness and awareness about the beauty of your upcoming wedding. Embrace tranquility and start your celebration with a peaceful mind and heart.