With Valentine’s Day just behind us, love lingers in the air for many newly engaged couples. Young lovebirds, some sporting sparkling new diamond rings, now face the daunting task of planning a wedding. And one of the big-ticket items on the wedding checklist is typically the venue.
We scouted out a few of Burke County’s most popular wedding venues, three of which are featured here. We asked owners to provide information about, and a photo of, their locations.
Contact information for each site is included.
Name of Venue: Heavenly View Venue
Address: 1661 Jamestown Road, Morganton
Contact information: 828-334-1235
Website address: https://heavenlyvenue.com
Contact Name: Laura Fairchild
Seating Capacity: We have seating capacity for 175 guests indoors. Additional standing and mingling room is available indoors and outdoors.
Open Year Round? Yes
Ceremony Space Indoor/Outdoor: Both
Reception area indoor/outdoor? Both. We offer a spacious outdoor patio with a fire pit and patio furniture. It provides a great outdoor mingling area. There are outdoor stairs up to the upper loft which provide lovely views of the mountains. A large, sturdy pergola graces a grassy platform to provide a beautiful outdoor setting for wedding ceremonies.
Options for inclement weather? Yes. Ceremonies can be moved indoors during inclement weather. A rustic wedding arch is provided.
On-site full kitchen or prep area? We have a full-size, large kitchen with lots of prep space.
Alcohol permitted on-site? Beer and wine are permitted and guests may bring their own licensed bartender for mixed drinks or we can provide one.
On-site parking? Shuttle required? There is adequate onsite parking with no shuttle required.
Does the venue provide any decor items? We provide guest tables and chairs with additional food and display tables.
Specialty decor soon to come!
What makes your venue unique? We offer several options for lights and shears decorating packages and we can customize a package to suit a couple's special taste.
Our goal is to provide a rustic, country setting in our lovely pastoral surroundings that is private and comfortable. We have lovely views and beautiful sunsets!
Name of Venue: The Venue at Carbon City
Address: 800 Carbon City Road, Morganton
Phone Contact: 704-858-2839
Email address: pam.johnson22@yahoo.com
Website: www.thevenueatcarboncity.com
Contact Name: Pamela Johnson
Seating Capacity? 100
Available Year Round? Yes
Ceremony space indoor/outdoor? Yes
Reception area indoor? outdoor? Yes
Options for inclement weather? Yes
On-site full kitchen or prep area? Yes
Alcohol permitted on-site? Yes
On-site parking? Shuttle required? Onsite parking
Does the venue provide any decor items? Yes. We have an all-inclusive, stress-free package called our Ultra Diamond Package that includes all of your table linens, runners, centerpieces, chair linens, chair sashes, chargers, plates, napkins, silverware, banquet table linens, wedding signs, outdoor vines and flowers and decor, indoor and outdoor arch decor. Ceremonies can be indoors or outdoors. We provide wine barrels, twinkle lights, a waterwheel, and a monster music center. Walk in and it’s all set up for you and torn down for you. Just bring yourself and your caterer. One full day price is $3,695 and two full days price is $4,295.
What makes your venue unique? We are an elegant and affordable wedding venue. You can have an amazing experience without an exorbitant price. Prices range from $1695 to $4295.
The Venue at Carbon City is a charming and sophisticated barn-style locale nestled in the heart of Morganton. This exquisite event space serves as the ideal canvas for your special occasions, be it a wedding, reception, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, or vow renewal, all with budget-friendly options in mind. Bring your countryside wedding visions to life in this tranquil and breathtaking location. Step into a world of unparalleled ambiance within this venue, adorned with sparkling crystal chandeliers, rugged stone arches, and a grandiose barn-like interior. Explore the enchanting forested gardens that provide the perfect backdrop for fairytale-inspired photoshoots, boasting protective trees, wooden archways, and blossoming floral paths. Your journey commences with a magnificent outdoor ceremony, encircled by the radiant smiles of your beloved guests. Following this, retreat into a magical space adorned with rustic wooden accents to celebrate and dance the day and night away with your nearest and dearest.
Services Offered
Feel free to enlist the services of external caterers who can whip up delectable delights in the convenient onsite catering kitchen. As a thoughtful touch, the venue's team offers an array of décor and furnishings for your event, including vintage wine barrels, an intimate sweetheart table, and a sweet cart. Additionally, they are readily available to assist you in weaving together the elements of your day with their comprehensive wedding and décor packages. Don't hesitate to contact the team at The Venue at Carbon City to embark on your rustic yet elegant-style wedding journey.
Name of Venue: Hidden Hill Venue
Address: 6572 Burkemont Road, Morganton
Phone Contact: 828-446-0896
Email address: hiddenhillvenue@gmail.com
Website: www.hiddenhillvenue.com
Contact Name: Terri Parker
Seating Capacity? 200
Available Year Round? Yes
Ceremony space indoor/outdoor? Outdoor
Reception area indoor? outdoor? Both indoor and outdoor
Options for inclement weather? Yes, large covered patio
On-site full kitchen or prep area? Yes, large prep kitchen
Alcohol permitted on-site? Yes
On-site parking? Shuttle required? Yes on-site parking, shuttle not required
Does the venue provide any decor items? Yes, plus all furniture and arbors included.
What makes your venue unique? The View! Guests are always amazed by the view and the gorgeous sunsets! The interior of our barn is elegant with white walls and chandeliers giving it a rustic yet glamorous feel. And our customer service is top notch. We are always present on-site with staff to help on wedding days. And we are very responsive and helpful in the planning and vendor selection process. We offer one price to keep things simple and don't have costly add-ons. We work hard to help the bride make her wedding day unique and special to her vision for her big day!
Sandra Wilkerson Queen is the education and business reporter for The Paper. She may be reached at 828-445-8595 or via email at sandra@thepaper.media.
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