Laurel Ridge Country Club and Event Center
About This Vendor
Rustic Elegance in The Great Smoky Mountains
Laurel Ridge is a country club in Waynesville, NC that provides the ultimate backdrop for your wedding day. It is a picturesque, rustic and historic venue. Prior to the American Revolution, Edward Hyatt and his family came to settle down in Laurel Ridge. In the 1800’s, Hyatt’s great grandson, Jefferson D. Hyatt built the Piedmont Inn. The Inn quickly became a center of social gatherings and a vacationing spot for flatlanders. Today, the clubhouse occupies the mound upon which the Inn was, continuing the tradition of fun-filled family activities and delectable dining. The venue has found itself firmly entrenched in the history of southern hospitality. Laurel Ridge offers a multitude of outdoor and indoor spaces for the couple to choose from. Inside are spaces like the Clubhouse Piedmont Room and Amber’s Arbor that are so incredible that you and your guests will be left speechless. Incredible architecture, chandeliers, and breathtaking views make them stand out from the rest. With a capacity of up to 300 guests, you can host a grand celebration. You can also exchange vows in the open air since the venue is licensed for civil ceremonies. Opportunities for photos are endless on their grounds since it is a venue nestled amidst nature. Post festivities, you and your guests can avail the spacious accommodations to relax. There is a dedicated in-house events and culinary team at Laurel Ridge Country Club who will combine their experience with your vision to create the wedding of your dreams. The culinary team can also customize a menu that suits your tastes and dietary needs. Be it an extravagant affair or an intimate ceremony, the wedding party will be pampered as they rightfully should be.
Amenities + Details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Country Club, Mountain, Restaurant, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Other Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Food & Catering, Service Staff
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Laurel Ridge Country Club and Event Center Reviews
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Our daughter was married in June 2023 at Laurel Ridge County Club. The venue’s mountain & golf course views are absolutely spectacular! Several different ceremony & reception sites are available to choose from. We chose an outdoor wedding by th...
e arbor, just steps away from the indoor reception. The rustic, high, open ceilings with stone fireplace dining room was gorgeous with incredible views from all the windows. The food was delicious. The wait staff was very attentive and welcoming to all. We had the pleasure of working with Holly Smith, the event coordinator. She was so very helpful throughout the entire process. She always made the time to sit down with us and answered any questions we might have. She shared so many wonderful ideas that we incorporated to make the day so special. She maintained communication throughout the nine months of planning via phone calls & emails as well. Holly also shared a list of preferred vendors that helped make the planning process much easier. The entire day was flawless. We continue to receive compliments from guests saying it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended!
The Laurel Ridge Country club was not only a spectacular wedding venue, but the even coordination team was outstanding! We had the pleasure of working with Holly Smith who made sure the planning leading up to the wedding was as perfect as the d...
ay itself. Holly went above and beyond on several occasions to make sure our special day was perfect. It should be highlighted that there was a chance of rain on our wedding day and the Laurel Ridge event team was both willing and able to work with us on any last minute accommodations. Thankfully we didn't need to exercise our back up plan but knowing that we had one made the day so much less stressful. We couldn't have been happier with our overall experience! The food and drinks were outstanding and the servers were 5 star. We've received so many compliments about everything at our wedding and we owe a lot of that to Laurel Ridge and Holly!
Laurel Ridge was everything we hoped for in a wedding venue! We had a winter wedding and were looking for a mountain lodge when searching for a venue. Laurel Ridge captured all of that with the huge stone fireplace, wooden floors, lodge chairs ...
and not to mention the floor to ceiling windows with the mountain views! It was spectacular and perfect for our winter mountain wedding! Holly was fantastic, so helpful and genuinely cared about the details and making sure our day went smoothly! The meal was incredible, and the guests were simply "wowed" by the day. We cannot imagine having our special day anywhere else! Thank you, Laurel Ridge!
Response from the Vendor on 04/26/2023
Rachel, I am so thrilled Laurel Ridge was everything you hoped for. You and Jonathan are such a joy to be around, and I cannot wait to show off your gorgeous photos! Thank you for the kind words, and best of luck to you both!
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I can’t say enough about how great our experience was a LRCC. Holly helped guide us through the entire process, keeping us informed and assisting when needed with making decisions. All of the staff were so kind and helpful. The venue was beauti...
ful and just what we envisioned. The space for the bride and bridesmaids was comfortable and spacious. . The food was delicious and the presentation was lovely. We couldn’t be happier and wouldn’t change anything about our experience.
Response from the Vendor on 01/12/2023
Kim, thank you so much! Sydney and Tyler's wedding was so genuine and well thought out with all of Sydney's sweet touches. Your family was so kind and fun to get to know throughout the year, and I hope you will all come back and visit for dinn...
er soon. Happy New Year and thank you again for everything!
No words to explain how amazing everything was here! I was originally pulled in by the building design/décor and antler chandeliers. I didn't want to have a destination wedding so I didn't want to like it but the second I saw this venue, I was...
hooked. It is the most stunning place so I was expecting everything else to be subpar. NOPE The food was outstanding and the people there were so incredible. They don't treat you like just another bride, you feel like you are buds with them by the end of it. Everyone there was incredible. Holly was who I dealt with the most and she was the best to be around! She kept me calm and laughing all day and made sure me and my family had everything that we needed.
I got so many compliments on how nice everyone was, how amazing the food was and how completely stunning the venue was. I could not have picked a better place for our wedding. It was my dream design/look and will recommend it to anyone who will listen. Going to miss hanging with the Laurel Ridge crew!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/12/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words Madison!! It was so fun getting to know you and your family this year. You were such a beautiful and happy bride. Congratulations to you and Lance, and I hope you are enjoying your time together as newlywed...
s!
Holly and the staff at Laurel Ridge Country Club and Event Center are always professional, friendly and punctual. They give you all the support you need to have a world-class wedding and make life-long memories. The location is ideal and perfec...
t, especially in the fall, but all year round as well. We had the perfect wedding and the best of many that we have been to!
Everything was perfect the only downer was we were told we would get leftovers of food but no one made us a box. It’s just a small thing but we were so looking forward to that food because it’s just so good!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/20/2022
Kathleen, my deepest apologies for not getting the leftover to go boxes to you! I am so happy you got to share your wedding weekend here at Laurel Ridge, it was a joy getting to know you and your family. You were all a blast and the love you an...
d Tanner share for each other is truly infectious. Thank you for everything!
Holly as their coordinator was professional, warm, helpful and always available to answer questions for us through the planning process. Lauren Ridge is a gorgeous space and we were so pleased as we utilized all the spaces. Our guests had a s...
plendid time! I highly recommend Lauren Ridge CC! Staff team was exceptional. Holly was onsite the entire day and evening communicating well and making sure all went smoothly. The event went beautifully and as the mother of the bride I was so pleased it was as our daughter dreamed!
Response from the Vendor on 09/29/2022
Thank you Mrs. Fuller, I sincerely appreciate your feedback! It was a joy getting to know your family this year. I am so happy to hear it was everything Lauren dreamed of. I am looking forward to seeing their beautiful photos!
We absolutely loved having Laurel Ridge as our venue! The view is stunning, the food was delicious, the staff was fantastic. Hollie and Tom were such a blessing for a our big day. The natural beauty of this place makes it a special gem. The boy...
s were busy while the girls are getting ready and enjoying time together before the ceremony. Our guests loved getting to play golf, walking around to look at the sights, and enjoyed having an indoor and outdoor space for the night.
Response from the Vendor on 09/29/2022
Thank you Tesa, it was so sweet getting to know you and Roy! You were our first gorgeous black wedding dress :) I can't wait to see the photos. Thank you so much for the kind words and I hope you both enjoyed your time at the beach!
This was the perfect venue for my wedding ceremony and reception. It offers beautiful indoor/outdoor settings. From the passed hors d’oeuvres to the plated dinner the food was sumptuous. Holly was always available to answer any questions and...
helped make the evening a success. I would highly recommend booking your event here.
Response from the Vendor on 09/22/2022
Thank you so much for your kind words Lauren, you and Owen were such a joy to get to know this year. Best of luck to you both!
The venue was absolutely gorgeous and the locations for photos are great! Would have given a 5 star review but the event planning was poor. They were very unorganized, didn't have a file on us until we kept pestering them on what we needed to d...
o, had to go in person to get a hold of someone, lots of miscommunication, and bar staff during wedding was very unknowledgeable about drinks. Only advice is to have everything in writing and be specific! They like to be vague so they can manipulate words. We had to pay an extra $1,500 on our bar tab because they didn't write down what we wanted and was confused with another wedding. I was told a simply "it is what it is.” And then was given the bill when I was sitting at the table DURING my wedding reception while I was trying to enjoy it.
This venue has so much natural beauty and photographs well for your forever memories! We were instantly in love from our online search and knew immediately it was our venue after touring. Our ceremony was outside at the arbor, but our back-up ...
indoor rain plan was just as gorgeous. Our reception was in the main dining room. The service staff was absolutely amazing, quick, and very attentive! Our plated dinner was hot and delicious and drinks never ran dry.
We did postpone in 2020 and unfortunately cycled through 3 site coordinators after booking which made communication difficult. Lynne did her best to adapt for us as event coordinator, but truly shined as staff and site manager. She also has a huge decoration closet available!! All our vendors were welcomed with plenty of space and time for set-up. We were so happy to finally have our day and it was absolutely magical. Some of our guests were able to stay onsite, but the rest were able to find nearby lodging without any problems.
I couldn’t of picked a better venue to have my dream wedding at! Sarah and the team at Laurel Ridge went above and beyond to make my day special! The food was fantastic! We had our summer wedding outside and had the reception in the pavilion an...
d it made for wonderful pictures!! Highly recommend picking them for your dream wedding also!
We met with Michelle and looked at Laurel Ridge for a wedding venue. After asking to book with them four times and no follow through with a contract or estimate we moved on. Unfortunate and disappointing she gave us false promises time and time...
again.
I can honestly say my wedding day would not have been as amazing as it was if it weren’t for Michelle and her amazing team at Laurel Ridge! She helped us execute every idea we had for the day. Everything from the food to the decor to the staff ...
was phenomenal! The venue is breathtaking on its own but the staff make it all the more special of a place for not only the bride and groom but for all the guests. We received so many compliments on how our day looked and felt like a fairytale - thanks to Laurel Ridge for that!
Laurel Ridge put on the wedding of my dreams! I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect day! The staff there is so kind and accommodating and worked so hard to make our event run smoothly. The food was fantastic- the best wedding food ever accord...
ing to several of our guests! Choosing Laurel Ridge was the best decision we made for our wedding! I can’t recommend them enough!
From the moment I stepped into the clubhouse in October 2017 I knew this is where I wanted to get married. Leshall was awesome to work with the year that we planned my wedding, they also recommended great vendors. Our wedding day went flawlessl...
y. Danielle and Leshall kept everything running smoothly. This property is so stunning and we had gorgeous weather and fall color on our 11/3 wedding day. So many guests complimented the venue and were in awe of the beauty showcased here. If you want a seamless wedding with great food, views and memories pick Laurel Ridge. Their flexibility and versatility alone is reason enough to pick this venue
If you want a stress free wedding day then having your wedding at Laurel Ridge is a must! Danielle kept us all on track and was so helpful the entire time I was planning my wedding. I was always very impressed with how quickly she answered all ...
of my emails. This venue is truly beautiful. So many of my guests commented on how wonderful the building is and how beautiful the mountains are! I highly recommend this venue for anyone dreaming of a beautiful wedding in the mountains.
Leshall and Danielle and the ENTIRE STAFF at Laurel Ridge were INCREDIBLE. I planned the wedding from two states away and Leshall and Danielle made it so easy and as stress free as one could possibly be. Leshall kept everyone on schedule, kept ...
the night going smoothly and even helped with decor on our wedding day. She is truly a talent in this business and so is Danielle. We were congratulated by Mike who helped set everything up. He was so friendly. The staff was dancing as they helped remove plates. I have family who have been to extravagant weddings in NYC and they told me Laurel Ridge and the food was at the top of their wedding venue list. Honest to goodness, you will only be in awe if you have your wedding here.Reach out to me with any questions you may have :)
Laurel Ridge wowed us with the views and the gorgeous grounds and buildings, with a bonus of four luxurious hotel rooms on-site. Shell and Danielle were phenomenal to work with. Danielle had a great way of recognizing our needs, sometimes befor...
e we even did! She stayed very calm and professional on a very busy wedding day. Can’t say enough good things. You can’t go wrong with this venue!
This venue was absolutely amazing! Its beautiful on the outside and on the inside of the venue, and it was perfect in case you needed a rain plan (we did). The windows are stunning and the decor is warm and inviting. The food was absolutely del...
icious, and Danielle, the coordinator, went way past our expectations! She helped with every detail, especially when dealing with two families, one of which is overseas. She was super flexible, professional, and just very inviting.
From the moment we walked in we knew Laurel Ridge was the place for us. It combined both of our personalities perfectly. We initially met with Leshall and felt completely at ease. Fast forward 12 months and Leshall had left, a new event coordi...
nator was hired which was short lived. Danielle, the catering manager, and Shell, the GM, stepped in and when we say Laurel Ridge is lucky to have them we mean it with all our heart. Danielle is one of the sweetest and most organized venue event coordinators we could've asked for. She continuously went above & beyond for us, answering every message and even verifying information that had been passed to her. Shell called us several times to see how things were going and if we needed his help. When we arrived for our weekend both were there to assist us with anything we needed and answered questions from both families. Even with the amount of rain Shell worked with the pro shop to make arrangements for the guys to be able to play golf the morning of our wedding. All in all an amazing experience with the entire Laurel Ridge staff!
My husband and I instantly fell in love with this venue, not to mention Leshall is amazing! She makes sure your day goes off without a hitch; we loved every moment of our special day. If you are looking for rustic mountain beauty, look no furth...
er than Laurel Ridge. There are several different spaces to choose from for reception, and our ceremony we chose inside I front of the floor to ceiling windows. There is a beautiful spot up the golf course to take pictures with the mountains in the background. I highly recommend this venue and everything they have to offer.
Amazing venue, excellent service! I attended a wedding years ago at Laurel Ridge. When it came time for us to pick a venue for our big day- all I could think about was Laurel Ridge. The views are awesome and the location was perfect! We had our...
rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception at LRCC. Leshall was extremely helpful, accommodating and fun to work with! I can't thank her enough for working with us. We were also pleasantly surprised by the menu- the food exceeded our expectations! (The basil mayo is a must try) I couldn't imagine our wedding anywhere else- it was perfect!
Totally blown away at the smoothness that Leshall Conklin and Laurel Ridge can arrange a wedding ceremony and reception. They are the bomb and I love and appreciate everything that they have done. Our ceremony and reception was the best that it...
could ever be. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Timothy G. Stiles Waynesville, NC
Laurel Ridge Country Club is a wonderful venue. The scenery, food, service, and attention to detail by the staff is absolutely incredible!
As the mother of the bride, I could not have asked for a more perfect day for my girl! The venue is beautiful, the views breathtaking, and the staff at Laurel Ridge most accommodating!! Thank you , Leshall , for all your help! You are the best ...
event planner!!!!
We fell in love with Laurel Ridge at first sight. When we met Leshall, the Events Coordinator, to begin the planning process, we were thrilled! I wouldn't change a thing...our daughter's wedding was absolutely perfect.
Sincerely,
Gary and ...
Sharon Hamrick (happy parents of the bride)
Our wedding at Laurel Ridge was perfect! The outside and inside of the country club were beautiful. The on-site coordinator, Leshall, organized everything on our wedding day and worked with us throughout the process to make sure it was perfect....
Things could not have gone more smoothly thanks to the wonderful staff. The food was delicious and everyone had a great time! Highly recommend!
Laurel Ridge is absolutely gorgeous, both inside and outside. The lodge and outdoor pavilion were perfect for our reception because we wanted to eat dinner inside and have our DJ and dance floor outside. There's a second bar under the pavilion ...
so our guests didn't have to go back inside to refill their drinks! This is a both a classic and rustic setting... we loved the wood beams, rock fireplaces, chandeliers, the food, and most of all the service. Leshall, the wedding coordinator, met with us multiple times to make sure she knew exactly what we wanted our reception to look like and she helped us create the atmosphere that we envisioned; the evening flowed perfectly because of her hard work! Our night at Laurel Ridge was perfect!
Bonus: Location is everything! Laurel Ridge is the perfect location if you want mountain views, and is breathtaking in autumn when the leaves are changing. It is only 5 minutes from Main Street in Waynesville, but yet is secluded enough that you feel like it's a mountain getaway.
Planning a destination wedding is always a bit more stressful so having caring people like Leshall Conklin at Laurel Ridge to work with made our wedding run seamlessly. We are thankful for her knowledge and ability to oversee our special day ...
from beginning to end. I highly recommend having your wedding or event here. Everything was stellar, the food, the chef, the ambience, the assistance, the professionalism, and the kindness of the staff. There is not one thing we would have changed. Love, Tomey and Ben
Response from the Vendor on 11/29/2016
Tomey and Ben,
Thank you for the kind words. We are so happy to have been a part of your special day. Best wishes to you both this Holiday Season.
Leshall
My son was married at Laurel Ridge Country Club on September 30, 2016 and I was so impressed with the venue, staff and food service. I was able to relax and enjoy the ceremony and reception without stressing about any details because they help...
ed with keeping everyone on schedule. They also took care of our rehearsal dinner and the evening was superb! I would highly recommend this venue to anyone considering a wedding or party.
We had our wedding at laurel ridge country club in august of 2016. We only have positive things to say about our experience. Their event planner worked very closely with us to make sure that everything went well. The location has a few options ...
in terms of size and indoor/outdoor services. The venue is beautiful and the food was great. All of our guests loved it.
Amazing. Laurel Ridge truly catered to my every need. The weather for my wedding was spotty and I was so nervous to have it outside. Leshall went above and beyond to check weather reports and make any issue I had- non existent. She truly is ama...
zing and is spectacular at what she does..The food is great and the staff is super helpful. You don't need to do much decorating because the venue itself is stunning. I would do it all over again here if I had the chance and wouldn't change a thing!
Laurel Ridge was the best venue. I was so impressed with everything. Leshall, who handles special events and coordinates the day of, was so amazing and attentive. I honestly don't think I would have been happier anywhere else. The staff was...
so friendly and accommodating and the location is stunning. I was bummed that my wedding had to be moved inside because of the rain, but Leshall and her staff made sure that my wedding was just as beautiful indoors. The food was absolutely delicious. I really can not say enough.
My now Husband and I are from Florida and we knew we wanted a destination wedding. We both love the mountains so choosing NC was a no brainer for our wedding. We got engaged in NC and knew we didnt have much time to go back and forth to pick a ...
wedding venue. So the day after we got engaged we visited a couple of places in the Waynesville area for a wedding spot. Laurel Ridge was the 3nd Place we visited and Joe and I looked at eachother as we walked through the door and said this is the place we can call and tell all the others no. Danielle and the Laurel Ridge staff made our wedding such an amazing experience. The venue is amazing and the pictures are outstanding. I cant thank them enough for making our wedding planning experience such a breeze. Everything from the food to the service was just above and beyond. Our guests are still calling us and bragging about how amzaing the venue was and all of the staff. I would recommend this venue to everyone if you are thinking of a mountain wedding this is the place!
They made my day so special! They went out of their way to add little details to the drink station and the sweetheart table. If I could do it again, I wouldn't have it any other way!
We had our reception outside in their pavillion where they had huge timber logs and laurel everywhere. The staff was amazing, they made my day worry free and took care of everything. They never tried to make me do something i did not want to....
It was beautiful, they let us use the club house for pictures with no extra cost. The food was great. It was the perfect outdoor setting with out the risk of weather ruining it all.
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