Serenity Ridge

A Full Wedding Weekend in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Mill Spring, NC

Western North Carolina

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Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

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our wedding here was a dream. we got married early may and the weather was perfect and the sunsets were stunning. the entire group that runs this venue are the nicest people you’ll ever meet and go above and beyond for anything you’ll need. the food from the in house chef was incredible and the planning/ceremony went perfect with the in house wedding planner. the property itself is also beautiful. there are many cabins and a main house for all of your close friends/family to stay, the ceremony spot outside on the mountain and the reception pavilion were beautiful, and the fire pit was the perfect place to end each night. overall couldn’t recommend a better place to get married.

Jacob E.

5.0

We are beyond grateful for the incredible team at Serenity Ridge. From start to finish, every experience there was unforgettable. Haley, Jordan, Katie, and Elliott were all so warm, welcoming, and wonderful to work with, and their care and talent truly shine through in everything they do. We had so many guests come up to us to say this was the most beautiful wedding venue they had ever been to—and we couldn’t agree more. We felt completely at ease throughout the entire process knowing we were in such great hands. Serenity Ridge will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we can’t thank this team enough for being such an important part of our wedding day.

Valerie S.

5.0

Haley Sanger

OPERATING PARTNER, EVENT LEAD

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Welcome to Serenity Ridge, a private mountain retreat near Lake Lure + Asheville where your favorite people gather, stay, and celebrate together — all weekend long. 🏡 More Than a Venue Exclusive access to 25 private acres for the entire weekend. From welcome drinks to your farewell brunch, every moment happens in one unforgettable place. 🛏️ Stay + Celebrate Together On-site lodging for up to 36 guests means your wedding feels like a destination — without leaving North Carolina. Wake up on the ridge, get ready steps from the ceremony, and end the night under the stars. 🌄 The Setting Say "I do" with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views, then flow right into cocktails and dancing in our covered open-air pavilion — rain or shine. Scenic, effortless, and made for good times. 🍽️ The Food (Yes, Really) Serenity Kitchen crafts every menu from scratch. We hear "best wedding food I've ever had" every single weekend — and we take that seriously. Custom menus, fresh ingredients, and a team that genuinely loves feeding people well. ✨ Perfect For Couples Who Want: A full wedding weekend, not just one day A private, scenic mountain setting On-site lodging for loved ones Incredible food that surprises every guest A relaxed, joyful atmosphere 🐾 Dogs welcome · 🍷 BYOB · ☂️ Covered pavilion backup 🤍 Hospitality You Can Feel Our team is here every step of the way with genuine care, flexible vendor options, and a seamless, stress-free planning experience. 💫 The Magic The best moments aren't always scheduled — morning coffee on the porch, late-night laughter by the fire, and time spent fully present with your people. At Serenity Ridge, your wedding isn't just a day — it's a weekend you'll never want to end. Wedding weekends starting from $20,000. Imagine your full experience at www.serenityridgenc.com/your-wedding-weekend-at-serenity-ridge

Woman-owned Business

4+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

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Covered Outdoors Space

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Meet the team

Haley Sanger
Operating Partner, Event Lead
With extensive experience in the wedding and event industry and a deep appreciation for the unique charm of our venue, I am dedicated to guiding each couple from their initial inquiry to their final walk-through. Every wedding is uniquely special, and we strive to ensure that each one is beautifully realized here at Serenity Ridge.
Jordan Biel
Operating Partner, Chef
Jordan's culinary journey began at the tender age of 5, sparking a lifelong passion that led him to Culinary School and over two decades in the Restaurant Industry. Now, as the head of the Catering Team at Serenity Ridge, Jordan ensures every dish is crafted to perfection. When he's not in the kitchen, you might find him nurturing the lawn to achieve its perfect green.
Katie Biel
Operating Partner
With over twenty-five years of experience in Restaurant Operations and Training, Katie has truly become a jack of all trades. At Serenity Ridge, she skillfully manages our Accounting, HR, Technology, and Marketing departments. In her spare time, she enjoys tending to our beautiful gardens and planning our next reno project.

5.0

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Serenity Ridge is a stunning, all-inclusive mountain venue with breathtaking views and on-site lodging for the whole weekend. Guests praise the attentive, communicative staff and seamless planning, including quick, smooth responses to weather issues. The in-house catering is lauded as phenomenal and great value.

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Allison B

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We couldn’t have been happier with our decision to host our wedding at Serenity Ridge! We chose this venue because we wanted a beautiful mountain setting in NC where our family and...

friends could stay on property, and Serenity Ridge exceeded all our expectations. One of the things that set it apart is that the property is exclusively yours all weekend, making the experience private and completely focused on your event. Serenity Ridge is an incredible value. Their pricing is more of an “all-inclusive” model, covering the venue rental, lodging for 30+ guests, catering, bartending, setup & cleanup, rentals... you name it. When you consider everything included, the cost is unbeatable — and it makes planning so much easier! The team at Serenity Ridge was incredibly helpful and communicative throughout the planning process. Haley answered all my questions with patience and kindness (and there were a lot!), providing great vendor recommendations and guidance along the way. On the wedding weekend, the staff was flexible, accommodating, and attentive, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. From exceptionally clean lodging to early and late check-ins, they truly go above and beyond for their guests. We hosted both our rehearsal dinner and wedding at Serenity Ridge, and the food was nothing short of amazing. Our guests are still raving — it’s not just “good wedding food,” it’s incredible restaurant quality. The staff during the events was also incredible. When rain started just 20 minutes before our ceremony, they quickly moved everything inside and then seamlessly flipped the pavilion from ceremony to reception in no time during cocktail hour without impacting the guest experience. Despite the brief rain, the day went perfectly, and we were rewarded with stunning sunset views later in the evening. I cannot say enough good things about Serenity Ridge, the location, and the staff. They truly care about their couples and strive to make your vision a reality. Hosting our wedding here was the best decision we made!

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi Allison! Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear...

that we at Serenity Ridge exceeded your expectations and helped make your wedding weekend so memorable. It was truly an honor to host such a special celebration for you and your loved ones. We’re especially grateful for your kind words about our team — it means the world to know that our communication, flexibility, and attention to detail made a difference throughout your planning journey and on the big day. Rain or shine, our goal is always to ensure everything runs smoothly so you can focus on enjoying every moment. It’s wonderful to hear that your guests loved the food and felt comfortable in the lodging — we take pride in offering an all-inclusive experience that’s both seamless and personal. And those sunset views really are magical, aren’t they? Thank YOU for choosing and trusting us and Cheers to a lifetime of happiness together with mountain getaways!

Jacob E

our wedding here was a dream. we got married early may and the weather was perfect and the sunsets were stunning. the entire group that runs this venue are the nicest people you’ll...

ever meet and go above and beyond for anything you’ll need. the food from the in house chef was incredible and the planning/ceremony went perfect with the in house wedding planner. the property itself is also beautiful. there are many cabins and a main house for all of your close friends/family to stay, the ceremony spot outside on the mountain and the reception pavilion were beautiful, and the fire pit was the perfect place to end each night. overall couldn’t recommend a better place to get married.

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi Jacob! Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review. It truly means the world to ...

our whole team. Your May wedding was such a joy for us — the mountain views, the sunsets, your families, and the energy you brought made the entire weekend unforgettable. We’re thrilled to hear you loved the food, the planning support, and the experience across the property. We’re so grateful you chose Serenity Ridge and even more grateful you took the time to share your experience. Wishing you both all the happiness ahead. Warmly, Haley and the SR Team!

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Valerie S

We are beyond grateful for the incredible team at Serenity Ridge. From start to finish, every experience there was unforgettable. Haley, Jordan, Katie, and Elliott were all so warm...

, welcoming, and wonderful to work with, and their care and talent truly shine through in everything they do. We had so many guests come up to us to say this was the most beautiful wedding venue they had ever been to—and we couldn’t agree more. We felt completely at ease throughout the entire process knowing we were in such great hands. Serenity Ridge will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we can’t thank this team enough for being such an important part of our wedding day.

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi Valerie!! Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review. It means the world to ou...

r whole team to know your experience at Serenity Ridge felt so special from start to finish. Hearing that you felt supported, welcomed, and truly cared for is the greatest compliment we could receive. We’re also so touched that your guests loved the property — creating a beautiful, relaxing space for you and your people is exactly why we do what we do. Your wedding weekend will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for trusting us with such an important moment in your lives. With gratitude, Haley and the entire Serenity Ridge Crew

Rachael L

Serenity Ridge is truly the perfect wedding venue. It offers everything you could possibly want—exceptional food, beautiful on-site accommodations, a seamless rehearsal dinner expe...

rience, an incredible staff, full access to the property for the entire weekend, and absolutely breathtaking views. Haley was incredible throughout the entire planning process. Every little detail I wanted to adjust or refine was handled flawlessly. She took what could have been a stressful time and made it genuinely enjoyable and worry-free. The food was phenomenal. We hosted both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding here, and out of nearly 100 guests, not a single person had anything less than glowing praise. All night long, people raved about how delicious everything was. The kitchen staff is wonderfully flexible—if you have a vision, they will bring it to life. The accommodations were also outstanding. Having my close family in the cabins, my bridal party in the hilltop house, and the yurt for ourselves after the wedding—without having to worry about transportation—was an absolute dream. If I could do it all over again, I wouldn’t hesitate for a moment. I’d choose Serenity Ridge every single time.

Julia M

The perfect venue, perfect group, perfect view! We so enjoyed our wedding being at Serenity Ridge! From check in, to check out, to planning and taste testing for the wedding. The S...

R team did not disappoint - we hope to be back to visit!

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi Julia! Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that your experien...

ce — from planning to check-out — was everything you hoped for. It was a joy to host your special day, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime for a visit to the mountains!- Haley and SR Team!

Austin P

Serenity Ridge was the first vender we looked at for a venue. Within ten minutes of being there me and my husband were sold. I would recommend Serenity Ridge to anyone over any oth...

er venue, the attention to detail and help this team gave us was outstanding. The onsite lodging, the catering done through them, and all of their help just in general with decorating, planning, and even taking down the decorations. We were so obviously starting the wedding planning journey and they helped us like no other. So if any one is considering using them do it you will not regret it.

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi!! Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re honored to have been part of your ...

wedding journey from the very beginning. It means the world to hear that our team’s support, attention to detail, and all-inclusive offerings helped make your planning process smooth and memorable. We loved hosting your celebration and are so grateful for your recommendation — it truly means everything to us!- Haley and SR Team

Bo M

Haley and team were great! The food was delicious and they are very helpful with everything. Staying on site was great for the bridal party after the wedding and not having to worr...

y about driving home.

Response from Serenity Ridge

Hi! Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and found th...

e on-site lodging convenient for your bridal party — it’s one of our favorite features too! It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re grateful to have been part of your special day.

Alyssa M

The team at Serenity Ridge is the absolute best! It is owned by two couples who have worked together for years, and their experience shows in their hospitality, professionalism, an...

d communication. We signed our contract with Serenity Ridge way back in February 2023 before the event pavilion was finished being built because we could see their vision and it matched ours perfectly. We knew that this was where our wedding needed to be. From the start, I mainly spoke with Haley. She was very communicative and easy to get ahold of via text, phone, and email at any time of day. She answered all of my questions and then some. Haley helped me plan so many logistical situations that I would not have been able to figure out on my own. She allowed us to visit the property many times during the planning process and it was so fun being able to see everything progress. We had our wedding on a Thursday, but booked the property from Wednesday - Sunday, so Haley and the team worked with us to come up with the best pricing and food packages that would work for us and our budget. Serenity Ridge has so many services, you really cannot go wrong. All of our guests travelled from out of state, so we were able to have our entire family stay on the property with us for the weekend. The food was absolutely delicious for the rehearsal dinner, reception, and brunch. We were able to use the menu they provided while also being able to come up with our own food choices that they made FABULOUSLY. I was raving about the food even before the tasting. Our guests also loved the food, with many saying it was some of the best they'd had. To explain just how truly wonderful these two couples are at their jobs - Haley and Elliott were having their baby the day of my rehearsal dinner, so they could not be there for the wedding. Was I nervous that the person I had been in contact with for the last year was not going to be there for the wedding? Not at all. Katie and Jordan were taking care of everything for us. Three hours before the rehearsal dinner, the venue was struck by lightning and it knocked everything out, including the backup generator. Everyone there thought I should be freaking out, but I wasn't because I knew we were in the most capable hands. Within an hour, the utility companies had come and gone or were on their way and we were able to have the rehearsal dinner without delay. Our family members who arrived after the strike had no idea it even happened because of how quickly Katie and Jordan got everything fixed, all without raising alarm to Haley and Elliott. All of our family absolutely loved staying on the property and our guests said it was one of the most beautiful wedding venues they had ever been to, with some saying it felt like they were at a million-dollar wedding. The team at Serenity Ridge truly is the best and I promise you will have one of the most stress-free experiences if you plan your wedding with them.

Jenna S

Couldn’t have asked for a better wedding than our wedding at Serenity Ridge. They are more inclusive than any other venue we looked at, our rental order was minimal because of ever...

ything they have to offer. The property is beautiful with not only onsite accommodations, but plenty of local accommodations for those out of town. One of my favorite parts was the ability to have so many of our friends and family stay together for the weekend. It makes such a difference in a day that already goes by so fast! The weather was perfect for our wedding but I’m still confident rain or shine, all seasons, Serenity Ridge is the perfect wedding space. The view of the mountains during the day and the stars at the end of the night is unreal. The communication was great, they are very professional and straightforward. You can tell they have years of experience in the wedding business. Their website is SUPER informative and they even have a virtual tour of the entire property! I felt so at ease working with their staff for everything to come together and they exceeded our expectations for our wedding weekend! Everyone loved the American Buffet and my husband still can’t stop talking about the crostini appetizers. Their attention to detail did not go unnoticed, there was a gift waiting for us in the Yurt the night of our wedding and s'more's kits in every cabin for the fire pit. All of our guests were so impressed with this hidden gem in Mill Spring, you just don’t find places like this so close to home. Thank you Haley and Serenity Ridge staff for helping us have a the best day, we are forever grateful!

Response from Serenity Ridge

Thanks so much Jenna for the great review!! We were thrilled to work with you and Alex and...

get to know you both, Westin and your families! We loved your day and look forward to seeing you around Serenity Ridge for years to come! Enjoy being newlyweds! <3

MICHELLE M

Absolutely breathtaking! Five Stars All the Way!!! Serenity Ridge surpassed all our dreams as a wedding venue, and the owners are nothing short of phenomenal! From the very start...

of our wedding planning journey, they showered us with their friendly and attentive care, ensuring that every detail was handled with precision and thoughtfulness. Working with Haley was an absolute joy during our pre-wedding preparations. She was incredibly responsive, going the extra mile to provide us with a wide range of options and details while efficiently creating a dream experience that fit seamlessly within our budget. When our wedding weekend finally arrived, they went above and beyond, exceeding our expectations in every way! Their communication and assistance throughout the weekend remained prompt and attentive, alleviating any potential stress along the way. Everything was flawlessly set up and meticulously cleaned afterward, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in soaking in every moment of our special day and the entire weekend. The venue itself is a slice of paradise. The awe-inspiring mountain views provided a spectacular backdrop for both our ceremony and reception! Even with a rainy day, the Hilltop house was a perfect and cozy gathering spot for our intimate group of 30 guests. Saturday morning's hike on the property's trails added an extra touch of adventure without ever having to leave the property. A few of the evenings were really chilly mountain nights, and the fire pavilion was a perfect spot to continue the celebrations, complete with good music and endless hours of laughter. Every corner of Serenity Ridge is impeccably maintained, showcasing its charm and beauty at every turn. And let's not forget about the food! The catered reception dinner was an absolute hit, leaving our guests raving and satisfied with every dish served. The cherry on top? Serenity Ridge offers short-term stays in their yurt, six cabins, or the Hilltop house, making it the perfect spot for future anniversary celebrations. We cannot sing their praises enough; this venue is an absolute gem, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have celebrated our special day in such a magical and unforgettable place.

Response from Serenity Ridge

You two are the best and we so are thrilled you chose and trusted Serenity Ridge as a grea...

t location to spend with your friends and family and celebrate your wedding weekend!! Thanks so much!

Kayla A

We had an amazing wedding partly thanks to Serenity Ridge for their amazing work to make sure our catering and venue was set up perfectly. This truly is an all inclusive venue. The...

y did our wedding cake which was delicious and our catering which everyone enjoyed so much. Everyone said the food was phenomenal which we agreed! All of our guests said they had a great time and that it was such an enjoyable wedding and beautiful view. We used the cabins, house, and yurt which were all super comfortable and clean. Also, having the fire in the pavilion to hang out with our wedding party before and after the wedding was wonderful. Beyond glad we choose Serenity Ridge! Amazing venue and people! Thank you!

Response from Serenity Ridge

Kayla! Thank you so much!! We are so thankful you and Quentin found us and that we could h...

elp to make wonderful wedding memories! We loved meeting you and your families along the way and wish you years and years of happiness together!

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444 Delind Dr, Mill Spring, NC

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