Mountain Wedding Venue Near Asheville, NC
Wunderland Resort is a private 35-acre mountain wedding venue near Asheville, tucked along Curtis Creek in Old Fort, North Carolina, and bordering Pisgah National Forest. Say your vows beneath a custom-built moon gate in our fairy forest, celebrate under a tent just steps away, and keep your favorite people on site all weekend in forest villas and glamping pods.
Ceremonies for up to 110 guests · Tented receptions for 75 (expandable to 110) · Lodging for up to 28 · About 25 minutes from downtown Asheville
An Outdoor Wedding Venue in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Couples searching for a mountain wedding venue near Asheville usually want three things: real Blue Ridge scenery, a setting that feels completely private, and a way to keep guests together instead of shuttling between hotels. Wunderland was designed around all three.
Our ceremony garden sits in a quiet forest clearing lined with wild rhododendrons, where a half-moon stone altar and custom moon gate frame your vows. The reception tent is a short walk away, so there is no transportation between the ceremony and the party. With our Full Spirit Wedding package, every villa, glamping pod and the Bishop House is reserved for your group for two nights, so your guests wake up in the same forest where you said "I do."
Wunderland sits at 448 Curtis Creek Road in Old Fort, NC, about 25 minutes east of downtown Asheville and just off I-40. Planning travel for guests? Share our guide to getting to Wunderland, with drive times from Charlotte, Atlanta, Greenville and Nashville.
Wedding Packages and Pricing
Every celebration includes the forest ceremony site, private restrooms within walking distance and time on the property for portraits. Current starting rates are below; full inclusions and the inquiry form live on our Weddings page.
The Full Spirit Wedding: from $7,875
A full weekend at Wunderland. Includes all villa, glamping and Bishop House accommodations for two nights (up to 28 guests), the ceremony site for up to 110, a 30' x 30' reception tent that seats 75 at round tables, basic tables and chairs, an on-site host with ceremony coordination, parking for about 40 cars and early vendor access for setup. Add a custom ceremony with a pre-wedding consultation with our licensed officiant for $333.
The Sacred Ceremony: $2,175 (taxes included)
For weddings and vow renewals of up to 75 guests. Includes two hours in the forested ceremony gardens, guest seating and natural décor, and a personalized ceremony from our licensed minister. The Sacred Ceremony Plus ($2,975) adds three hours of reception space.
Elopements: from $1,275
For 2 to 10 guests, with a custom ceremony and photo time. See Asheville Elopements.
More than 75 guests at the reception? Add an optional 20' x 20' tent for a DJ, band, dance floor, food or bar, or plan on roughly $3,000 more for a larger tent, extra tables and chairs and additional restrooms for up to 110. Contact us for an exact quote.
Why Couples Choose Wunderland
It is truly private. Our 35 acres border Pisgah National Forest, so your backdrop is ridgelines and hardwood forest, not neighbors or traffic.
Everyone stays together. Forest villas, themed glamping pods and the Bishop House sleep up to 28, and extra guests can bring tents, vans or RVs. Browse our accommodations and tent and vehicle camp sites.
Your ceremony is actually yours. Our licensed minister meets with you beforehand to write a ceremony around your story and beliefs, whether that is spiritual, secular or somewhere in between.
Guests have plenty to do. Between events, they can swim in the spring-fed pond, warm up in the sauna, try the cold plunge or gather at the fire circle. See all amenities.
Your photographer knows every corner. One of Wunderland's owners is a professional photographer and offers wedding photography at a special rate for couples married here.
Personal touches are easy to add. Choose from add-ons like a bouquet and boutonnière, a champagne toast or tea ritual, a live acoustic musician, or a fire or meditation ceremony. We can also point you to trusted planners, DJs and caterers.
It is accessible. Wheelchair-friendly paths, accessible parking, private family-style bathrooms and ADA-accessible lodging help every generation join in.
Check Your Wedding Date
Share your date or season, estimated guest count and vision, and we'll reply within 48 hours. Prefer to talk? Call 828-419-4632 or email concierge@wunderlandresort.com.
Plan Your Celebration
Mountain Wedding Venue FAQs
Quick answers to the questions couples ask most about getting married at Wunderland, near Asheville, North Carolina.
How far is Wunderland Resort from Asheville?
Wunderland is in Old Fort, North Carolina, about a 25-minute drive east of downtown Asheville. Our travel guide covers drive times from Charlotte, Atlanta, Greenville and Nashville, plus the nearest airports.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The forest ceremony garden seats up to 110 guests. Our standard 30' x 30' reception tent seats 75 at round tables. For 76 to 110 guests we add a larger tent, extra tables and chairs and additional restrooms.
Can our wedding guests stay on site?
Yes. With the Full Spirit Wedding, every villa, glamping pod and the Bishop House is reserved for your group for two nights, sleeping up to 28 guests. Additional guests can stay in our tent and vehicle sites.
How much does a wedding at Wunderland cost?
Elopements start at $1,275, the Sacred Ceremony for up to 75 guests is $2,175, and the Full Spirit Wedding weekend with lodging starts at $7,875. Most couples also budget for catering, rentals and photography. See all wedding packages.
Do you provide an officiant?
Yes. Our licensed minister can lead a custom spiritual ceremony after getting to know your story. It is included in the Sacred Ceremony and elopement packages and is a $333 add-on with the Full Spirit Wedding.
Can we bring our own caterer and alcohol?
Wunderland does not sell food or alcohol on site, and events are BYOB. Bring the vendors you love, or ask us for recommendations for local caterers, planners and DJs.
When is the best time of year for a mountain wedding near Asheville?
Peak season runs May through October, when the forest is fully green and fall color arrives in October. Spring brings rhododendron blooms, and November through April is quieter, with off-season availability.
Is the venue accessible for older or disabled guests?
Yes. Wunderland has wheelchair-friendly paths, accessible parking, private family-style bathrooms and ADA-accessible lodging, with restrooms within walking distance of the ceremony and reception spaces.
Can our dog be part of the wedding weekend?
Dogs are welcome for a fee in specific accommodations, including the Yogi Forest Villa and our RV, van and tent sites. Please review our pet policy before you book.
Still have questions?
Call 828-419-4632, email concierge@wunderlandresort.com or use the form above to check your date. You can also read our full resort FAQ.