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Location

Asheville, NC

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Style

Outdoor, Private

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Exclusive Features

Location, All Inclusive

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Capacity

Up to 150

Venue Features & Packages

Honeysuckle Hill Events Venue in Asheville offers an enchanting setting for your dream wedding. Nestled among lush forests and open meadows, our property boasts breathtaking natural surroundings, including a twinkling forest and a picturesque lilypad pond. The centerpiece of our venue is a beautifully restored 100-year-old barn, featuring a unique hayloft ceremony space that adds rustic charm and historical character to your special day. Our charming gazebo provides another romantic option for intimate ceremonies or photo opportunities. We pride ourselves on our all-inclusive wedding packages and versatile spaces that cater to every wedding style, from rustic barn weddings to elegant receptions. With over 10 years of expert wedding planning experience, our incredible onsite team ensures a stress-free experience through our comprehensive packages. Honeysuckle Hill offers stunning photo opportunities throughout the property, from the serene pond to the woodland gazebo and the historic barn, capturing the beauty of your wedding against Asheville’s picturesque landscape. Here, we blend nature’s splendor, historical charm, and top-notch services to create truly unforgettable weddings.

We offer all-inclusive packages, venue rental packages, and micro wedding/elopement packages. Most couples opt for our all-inclusive wedding package because of the incredible value and talented wedding planning team.

*cracks knuckles* there is a lot, so be prepared to scroll!

Venue Access and Ceremony Spaces

  • Ten hours of access to our nine-acre estate on your wedding day
  • Indoor ceremony option in our historic hayloft chapel
  • Vintage church pews for ceremony seating
  • Outdoor ceremony locations available (additional fee)
  • Two-hour access for ceremony rehearsal (scheduled week of the wedding)

Reception and Photo Opportunities

  • Indoor + outdoor spaces for reception, cocktail hour, and photos
  • Vintage tractors available for photo ops
  • Gazebo with chandelier in our tranquil lily pad pond
  • Relaxing rock waterfall cascading into lily pad pond
  • 9 acres of rolling pastures and green space
  • UTV available for transporting couple to photo spots

Convenience and Location

  • 7 minutes from downtown Asheville with Uber and Lyft availability
  • Ample parking with dedicated on-site attendant
  • Rear access for vendor loading/unloading

Amenities and Support

  • On-site prep kitchen (counter space, sinks, commercial dishwasher)
  • Complimentary setup of HH inventory
  • Dedicated venue manager for customer service and maintenance
  • Complimentary trash and recycling removal
  • Stone bar area with large chalkboard

Getting Ready Spaces

  • Luxury loft with luxe lounge-style furnishings, steamer, mirrors, dress hooks, and crystal chandelier
  • The Hideaway with flat-screen TV and hunting lodge-style furnishings

Furniture

  • 3 hand-crafted farm tables for dining
  • 3 tall cocktail tables (linens not included)
  • Banquet style tables: two 6 ft and two 8 ft
  • Up to 15 60″ round dining tables
    • Table linens and napkins not included in Basic and Intimate packages (sourced from local rental company)
    • Linens included with All-Inclusive Packages
  • Up to 150 white Chiavari dining chairs
  • Vintage lounge furniture for firepit area or location of choice
  • Concrete patio with wood-burning fire pit and overhead bistro lighting

Place Settings

  • Up to 150 place settings of vintage mix-matched fine china
    • Includes dinner plate, fork, and knife
  • Up to 150 vintage mix-matched dessert plates and forks
  • Additional per-person fee for more than 150 guests
  • Glassware not included (rental recommendations available)

Decor

  • Candle packages available (additional fee)
  • Vintage rugs for the chapel (additional fee)
  • Large wooden cross with fabric draping (no additional fee)

Absolutely! We understand that every couple has unique desires for their wedding day. While our packages are designed to cover all the essentials and upgrades, we’re more than happy to work with you to customize your experience.

At Honeysuckle Hill, we pride ourselves on flexibility when creating your perfect wedding atmosphere. We understand the importance of personalized touches and are generally open to your creative ideas. However, we do have some guidelines to ensure safety and preserve our beautiful space:

Candles are welcome, but must be enclosed in glass containers.

Sparklers are allowed for special moments like your exit or first dance.

We offer add-on services that include popular decorative features such as uplighting and cold sparks, which can be both cost-effective and convenient.

While we’re typically amenable to unique decor concepts, please discuss any major additions or alterations with us beforehand.

Tacking or nailing anything to the walls is not permitted.

Confetti is not allowed.

For specialized effects like smoke machines, please consult with us in advance.

Our goal is to bring your dream wedding to life while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We’re happy to discuss your decorating ideas and find creative solutions that work within our guidelines.

Our rental packages include a generous 10-hour period, which covers:

  • Complete venue access
  • Preparation time (including hair and makeup)
  • The main event duration

This comprehensive timeframe ensures you have plenty of time for your entire event without feeling rushed.

If you need more time, we offer additional hours after 10 PM at $350 per hour. However, we often recommend considering an after-party in downtown Asheville if you want to continue celebrations. Many couples find they’re quite tired by the end of their big day.

Our 10-hour package is designed to provide ample time for a full, relaxed celebration while also considering your energy levels throughout this exciting but demanding day.

Yes, our reception venue is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible, except for upstairs in the Luxury Loft.

To align with local regulations, we do have some noise restrictions in place:

On Fridays and Saturdays, music must conclude by 10:00 PM

Despite these guidelines, you’ll still have plenty of time to celebrate, especially considering our generous venue access hours. Many couples find that having a set end time is actually beneficial:

  • It helps structure the event’s flow
  • Ensures the celebration concludes on a high note
  • Prevents the party from going too late (trust us, you will be tired!)

These policies strike a balance between allowing for a full celebration and respecting our local community. Most guests appreciate having a clear end time, as it helps them plan their evening and ensures everyone leaves while the energy is still high.

Remember, you can always continue the celebration at a nearby after-party location if you wish to extend the festivities beyond our venue’s hours.

We are open from March – November. We are closed December – February.

Logistics & Planning

Yes, we have ample parking in our meadow. However, if you’d rather not drive, you won’t have to worry about transportation! Honeysuckle Hill is conveniently located close to downtown Asheville, offering easy access to numerous transportation options. We recommend using services like Uber or Lyft, or arranging shuttles for your guests. Our proximity to the city center ensures that getting to and from the venue is hassle-free, unlike more remote wedding venue locations (windy roads + alcohol = not the vibe!).

This way, you and your guests can fully enjoy your special day without concerns about driving or parking overnight.

At Honeysuckle Hill, we’ve designed our all-inclusive package to take the stress off your shoulders. You don’t need to lift a finger when it comes to set up and tear down. Our full planning services cover all aspects of decorating for your special day. We take care of setting up all decorations before your event and removing them afterward. This comprehensive approach allows you and your loved ones to focus entirely on enjoying your wedding day, without worrying about the logistics of decorating or cleaning up. Our experienced team handles everything, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience from start to finish.

We provide a variety of tables and seating options, as well as unique venue features. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Tables:

3 Farm Tables (9 ft x 3.5 ft, seats up to 10 each, no linen required)

15 6-ft Round Tables (seats 6-10 each, requires 120″ round linen)

3 Hightop Cocktail Tables (requires 120″-132″ round linen)

Various Vintage Lounge Furniture pieces

2 6-ft Banquet Tables (requires 90″ x 132″ linen)

2 8-ft Banquet Tables (requires 90″ x 156″ linen)

Note: If using exposed real candles that can drip, a runner is required. Candles in vessels don’t require runners.

Chapel Features:

22 church pews (11 per side)

Aisle length: 35-37 feet (depending on altar position)

3 chandeliers, each 6 feet in diameter

Reception Barn Features:

4 chandeliers, each 8 feet in diameter

1 chandelier over the dance floor, 10 feet in diameter

This variety of options allows you to create your ideal wedding setup while taking advantage of our venue’s unique features.

While we’re renowned for our beautiful weddings, Honeysuckle Hill is so much more than just a wedding venue. Our versatile space is perfect for a wide range of events, both corporate and personal.

On the business side, we’ve hosted everything from professional lunch-and-learns and board meetings to product launches and team-building events. Our unique setting provides a refreshing change from typical office environments, making company celebrations and awards banquets truly memorable.

For personal celebrations, we’re a popular choice for quinceaรฑeras, Sweet Sixteen parties, baby showers, and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Our venue has also been the backdrop for touching retirement parties and elegant fundraising galas.

With customizable packages, in-house rentals, and capacity for up to 300 guests, Honeysuckle Hill adapts to your needs. Whether it’s a corporate seminar or a milestone birthday bash, our experienced team ensures your event is executed flawlessly. At Honeysuckle Hill, we’re ready to bring your vision to life, no matter the occasion.

We have a curated list of recommended vendors – the crรจme de la crรจme of Asheville’s event professionals. Even better, booking through us often comes with great discounts!

Our all-inclusive package is uniquely flexible. Unlike cookie-cutter packages elsewhere, ours allows you to pick and choose your vendors. This means you can customize your event team to perfectly suit your vision and budget.

We’re also open to outside vendors. If you choose vendors who are not on our preferred list, we simply require them to sign our Outside Vendor Agreement (OVA). This applies to catering, bar service, and entertainers (DJ/Band). These signed agreements are due to Honeysuckle Hill 30 days before your event.

This combination of quality recommendations, freedom of choice, and flexibility with outside vendors is something you won’t find at many other venues. We’re committed to helping you create an event that’s truly your own, with the best possible team behind it.

We require a finalized guest count 30 days prior to your event at minimum. Final Payment is due 30 days prior. If you exceed your purchased package there will be an additional per person fee and this is added to this final payment.

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Catering & Bar Services

We offer a selection of preferred caterers to choose from. Please view them here. A caterer from our list is required for all packages for your health, safety & enjoyment.

Our alcohol policy at Honeysuckle Hill is designed to ensure both compliance with state regulations and a great experience for you and your guests:

Beer and Wine:

Must be provided by Honeysuckle Hill due to our state permit.

Current pricing is $27 per person, with bartending service added based on final guest count.

We require 1 bartender per 50 guests.

Hard Liquor:

Is allowed, but requires an ABC permit.

You’ll need to apply for this permit using our signed application form.

Allow 60 days for approval. Without confirmation, hard liquor service won’t be permitted.

All hard liquor must be purchased in North Carolina.

General Rules:

A bartender is always required for all alcohol service (no self-service allowed).

For beer and wine only, no additional ABC permit is needed.

Remember, the ABC permit process includes a background check, $50 fee, and notarization. We’re happy to provide more information or assist with any questions about this process.

Payments & Booking

Your deposit is based on the package that you choose. Most all packages require a 50% deposit however the All-Inclusive package is broken down to 3 payments. All final payments are due 30 days in advance of your event date.

How do I reserve a date?

You must sign an online contract and make the required deposit via check, Venmo, cash or credit card. All card/bank transactions are subject to a 3% processing fee. There is no fee for checks, cash and Venmo transactions.

We do require event insurance for liability purposes (which is separate from the ABC Permit Policy). This must be purchased through our day-of event insurance provider, Nuptial, who will reach out to you directly shortly after your booking via text and email. In order for us to make it very quick and simple for you, and to make sure that what you have exactly meets your contract requirements, no substitutions or exceptions are permitted.

HH must be listed as an additional insured by adding our address:

The Barn at Honeysuckle Hill

4 Country Spring Drive

Asheville, NC 28804

What is Wedding Insurance/Special Occasions Insurance?

Wedding liability insurance is a specialty policy designed to protect and reimburse the wedding couple for certain losses from any accidents that could occur during the rehearsal, wedding and reception. Wedding liability insurance covers items such as damage to the facility caused by a guest or vendor, bodily injury to guests, or even alcohol-related accidents.

How much does Wedding Insurance typically cost?

Wedding insurance premiums can vary based on where you obtain your policy, times of the year, and the amount of exposure (i.e. are you having alcohol that requires Host Liability, etc.). However, the general cost is around $240-ish for a one-time premium on the policy if gone through a wedding insurance company that specializes in this unique coverage.

We charge a $500 security deposit that is eligible to be refunded within 30 days after your event. A Post-Event Inspection will be performed within the 5 days after your event or no later than before our next event held at HH to ensure there are no damages to the grounds or our venue. The security deposit will be refunded as long as there are no damages, and all policies and procedures were followed during your event. The amount of fees that can be deducted from the security deposit based on replacement value, and cost of damages and repairs if needed and are discretionary to the management at HH, Outstanding balances can also be deducted from security deposit such as credit card fees that are yet to be charged and guests staying longer than you were contracted.

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Ready to talk to the Honeysuckle Hill team about your wedding day? The next step is to fill out our short form or schedule a chat/tour. Weโ€™d love to hear about your vision and share more details about what we offer. Have questions? Our staff is here to help guide you through the process.

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“Words can not describe how beautiful this venue is.”

My daughter had her wedding here and it was everything we imagined. There was absolutely no stress, we worried for nothing. We put it all in the hands of or wedding planner/ owner of the venue (Candace aka Mingled Events) and she exceeded all of our expectations. It was so nice to be able to sit back, relax and enjoy the wedding. If you’re looking for a venue, that mixes rustic elegance with southern charm this is the place for you.

โ€“ Monica Porsche