Banner Elk Winery & Villa
Vineyard, Resort, On-Site Lodging
"small and intimate to large and opulent" — no number published
Resort
Full-service resort and hotel venues with on-site amenities.
13 venues across 2 regions
Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing
Waterfront, Resort
Up to 50 · $300 rental for ceremony and reception (12 hours)
Up to 50 guestsUnder $3k
Biltmore Estate
Historic, Mountain, Vineyard, Resort
500 outdoor / 400 indoor · Rental $5,000+/event; packages $250+/person; F&B min $6,000+
Up to 500 guests$25k+
Highland Lake Inn & Resort
Resort, Waterfront, Garden
200 (Grand Ole Hall); 25–250 across spaces
Up to 200 guests
JuneBug Retro Resort
Resort, Farm, All-Inclusive, On-Site Lodging
150 (Walnut Cove up to 160) · $7,700–$13,500/event
Up to 150 guests$$–$$$
Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
Waterfront, Resort, Mountain
170 · Rental $500–$3,500/event; Saturday $3,500; meals from $40/person
Up to 170 guests$3k-$10k
Sanderling Resort
Resort, Waterfront, Tented
Ceremony: Event House & Deck 300, Lawn 150, Keeper's Loft 60. Reception: Event Lawn 300, Great Hall & Pier 200, Sunset Ballroom 150
Up to 300 guests
The Farm at Old Edwards
Resort, Barn, Farm, All-Inclusive
275 · Rental $3,000–$11,000/event
Up to 275 guests$$–$$$
The Inn on Pamlico Sound
Waterfront, Resort, Inn, All-Inclusive, Elopement / Micro
150 · $1,500–$40,000/event: Wedding Weekend $11,000–40,000 (45–150 guests); Intimate Ceremony & Dinner $3,000–12,000; Just We Two elopement $1,500–2,800
Up to 150 guests$–$$$$
The Omni Grove Park Inn
Resort, Historic, Mountain
200 · Rental $6,800+/event; $310–350/person; F&B min $15,000–52,000
Up to 200 guests$25k+
Frequently asked questions
How much does a resort wedding venue cost?
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Resort wedding venues often require $10,000–$30,000+ in venue and food-and-beverage commitments. Rates change substantially by season, day of week, and guest count, so request an itemized proposal rather than relying on a starting price.
What is usually included with a resort wedding venue rental?
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They may include ballrooms, ceremony sites, catering, lodging blocks, and an on-site events team. Confirm what is included in writing, including the access window for setup and breakdown, because those hours can affect vendor costs.
What questions should I ask before booking a resort wedding venue?
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Ask how room-block pickup, resort fees, and minimums are calculated. Also ask who manages the wedding day, what happens in bad weather, and whether the venue requires a coordinator, caterer, or bar service from an approved list.
What are common drawbacks of a resort wedding venue?
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Guest-room block attrition and food-and-beverage minimums can materially change the final bill. A walkthrough with your planner or a trusted vendor can reveal practical concerns before you commit to a deposit.