4.9 out of 5 stars and 89 reviews
4.9
(89)Best of Weddings (6x).132 Old Jim's Branch Rd., Swannanoa, NC
101-150 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 150 guests
About this vendor
Picture yourself surrounded by nature, exchanging vows near a pond and gazebo or inside near a roaring fireplace in a new event center. Imagine walking down the driveway lined with white fencing leading to a historic Inn where you will relax and prepare for the beginning of your future together.
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Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Outdoor Event Space
Guest Capacity
- Up to 150
Settings
- Ballroom
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Rentals & Equipment
- Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Do NOT overlook this amazing venue! Not only is it absolutely gorgeous but as an all inclusive wedding venue, they literally do everything for you. The wedding coordinator is on site and she is with you every step of the way. She will do as much or as little as you'd like to ensure your wedding is yours. She has the most amazing recommendations and ensured we had a cake that was both gorgeous and delicious, stunning flowers, and an amazing hair and makeup artist. Both my husband and my entire immediate families were able to stay at the inn for the entire weekend which took a lot of the stress and running around out of our wedding day. Everything was done on time and perfectly to ensure we had a day we'd remember forever. The photographer...amazing! I've received so many compliments on the pictures she took. She goes above and beyond to make sure your photos capture every moment of your special day. I couldn't recommend this place enough! We truly had a perfect day and have no wedding horror stories to report. Very affordable as well! Loved it.
This review is all over the place but it is an in depth review of my experience at my own wedding.
i just had my wedding here recently and the only perk was the wedding planner and the fact that they had lodging. Yes it is all inclusive but I spent over 8k here but that bill could have easily been cut in half. I do not know who does the house keeping but honestly they should not have a job. Whilst my guest stayed in the rooms we found an undergarment from a previous guest in a drawer, as well as a fuzzy coke can underneath a bed. There was water damage in several rooms, including the bridal sweet where there was drooping paint by the sliding door. One of the rooms has a bench that blocks access to the closet so if a bridesmaid needed to hang up her dress, she would have to move the bench herself; and even if she did manage to move the bench the closet was already full of random items including a small rocking horse. The bridal sweets closet is full of linens galore and the steamer for any clothing was full of mold. All of this was in the first night. The kitchen was full of several items that were way past the expiration date, the bread was moldy, what we think were supposed to be donuts in an old pizza box and there were random items from previous guests in the fridge such 3 bottles of an odd craft beer. Breakfast morning of was very lack luster. The kettle was on the stove by 0630 so by the time people are actually awake the coffee is cold. As for the food itself. It was either a stale bagel or cereal that you get in the little boxes for kids, or maybe a leap of faith and eat a yogurt. Three of the toilets in the main house did not flush and one of the sinks did not work. All of the bedrooms were freezing. I understand that I had my wedding in the winter but there is such a thing called central heating. The ceremony went by smoothly but the photography gave no direction and had us sinking in the mud instead of where we all would have been able to easily stand over on the deck by the pond. Which transitions to photos outside, if you are not careful you can easily end up with a billboard in the background of your photos since the venue is right off of the interstate. Honestly I did not feel like any alcohol in the world would have made my reception any better. I asked the Dj to play a mix of rock, country, and dance; all he played were your basic 80s and 90s songs. The closest he got to rock was grease lightening. The food for the venue was a lot less than what I expected. We got someone else to cater for the rehearsal dinner and it was 100% a simpler meal but 100% better tasting than what was served at the reception. We ended up dropping $60 on pizza after the reception because literally no one wanted to eat the food that was served, and I did not go for weird options either. It was chicken and beef and noodles, not that hard to get right.
The only good thing that I can really say about the venue is that the event center itself is very pretty especially inside, and Danielle the wedding planner was great about responding to emails and making everything happen. I wish she would have stayed for more than 4 hours the entire 3 days we were there though. Other than all of that my husband and I had a very good time and the guest were glad to be with us during this time.
Such a lovely place to get married!
My wedding was perfect. I was looking for a stress free and easy planned wedding and I found it through Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center. Just on the outskirts of Asheville in a gorgeous setting making you feel like your getting away from it all. The staff makes it easy for your wedding to come together. This place is an all in one wedding stop. They help you book your photographer, cake, caterer, flowers, event staff, the inn, and a million little things and it's all included in the price! I would recommend to anyone getting married here. I hope to attend another wedding here in the future. You won't be able to ask for a better wedding planner to help your day come together!
We are so glad we chose Sleepy Hollow! From the moment we first contacted them, they responded quickly and got us all the information we needed to make our decision. We planned the entire wedding from Washington, D.C. sight unseen, and Danielle was an amazing wedding coordinator. She sent us reminders of when big ticket decisions needed to be made, and was extremely accommodating when changes needed to be made. Her friendly disposition, which was evident even through mostly email conversation, made the planning process stress free! On the day of the wedding, everything went off without a hitch: ceremony was great, food was great, bartender was great, DJ was great (Dean Campbell). Danielle was there throughout conducting the magical orchestra :) And as an extra surprise bonus, Danrae, the property manager took beautiful photos of the ceremony from an awesome angle on the balcony.
If you are looking for an all-inclusive, stress free, beautiful wedding option, Sleepy Hollow is the place for you! We couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience! Thank you, Sleepy Hollow!
Selecting Sleepy Hollow was the best decision ever! Danielle, Danrae and Amy made our daughter's wedding perfect from planning to event conclusion. They have selected the best vendors in the area and their knowledge and expertise were invaluable. It was the perfect venue and the weekend was filled with memorable moments that will last forever!
The staff at Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center helped make our wedding day perfect. Having so many inclusions made the whole process so much less stressful. Additionally, they are a delight to work with. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone!
Danielle at Sleepy Hollow Inn answered all questions quickly and was extremely helpful with the planning of my daughter's wedding and assisted with the ceremony and reception.She made sure everything ran smoothly and received the florist, baker, DJ, and bar tender so we didn't have to worry about anything except decorations. Danrae, owner and photographer, was amazing. She was patient, gracious, and talented. The house is beautiful and spacious and the grounds are beautiful! Everyone enjoyed the time spent at our wedding. Instead of just having a 4 hour ceremony/reception, we enjoyed a 3 day experience with family and friends. I highly recommend getting the whole package. Weddings are very expensive but I feel we saved a lot of money by having the wedding at Sleepy Hollow. Everything was first class!
Sleepy Hollow was absolutely the most wonderful choice for my daughter’s wedding. Even though it rained on the day of her wedding, the indoor area proved to be beautiful. The Sleepy Hollow staff are very professional and courteous; Danielle, the wedding planner, after determining what we wanted, managed every detail so that we didn’t have to stress during this important time. I highly recommend Sleepy Hollow for your event; the pricing is very reasonable.
Great Venue for our Christmas themed wedding! The owner and wedding planning team were AWESOME! Everything I ask for was taken care of in good time. The wedding planner Danielle that comes with the wedding package is GREAT! She goes out of her way to make sure things are taken care of and look the way you want! When we starting on the wedding venue selection journey one of the biggest things that stood out about Sleepy Hollow was that they allowed you to have input on how you wanted things. The rules and regulations on what you could bring on your own were very lenient versus some other venues where you just had to use their vendors or their items at a very high cost. The owners are very nice and it is very important to them that things go as you want them too! The Inn is very clean and unique. The DJ that comes with the venue did a great job as well! He went by the guidelines laid out and kept everything fun! The music during the ceremony works, however is ran by the wedding venue team and not as professional quality. I wanted the song that the wedding party walked down to, played out completely, instead that just chopped it off and started my entry song. Be sure to be more specific with direction for ceremony music just to ensure it is how you like! The photographer is the owner and she is very nice! She takes TONS of photos which is great so you can see all aspects of the wedding. The one thing I would suggest is that you come with a specific list of what you want for your photos as she does not direct you on which photos to get. (For example, I wanted a picture with my mother in law, my sister in laws, groomsmen, etc) and didn't get them. I had so much going on, I didn't think to ask. I suggest making a list, or having someone there calling the shots so you ensure you get everything you want. Lighting was an issue as well as I had a night wedding, however I did get enough good pictures that i can lighten up. I appreciate everything by the Sleepy Hollow Team and would recommend the venue!
Danielle made our wedding go so smoothly, and she was such a huge help in the whole wedding planning process. From being quick to respond to any question, helping us stick to timelines, and coordinating all of our group for the day of, Danielle was a stellar coordinator from the start. The event center itself is beautiful and a great space for those couples wanting a smaller wedding. If you want a stress-free wedding planning experience, this is the inclusive package that will meet all of your expectations!
My wife and I chose this beautiful venue as our wedding ceremony and reception spot. We loved everything about it! We were able to spend the entire day at the venue getting ready, taking pictures, etc without once seeing each other before the ceremony. The Danielle couldn't have been more kind and cheerful and was very attentive to all of our requests. The staff helped make our special day much more memorable.
I can't say enough about this venue! Beautiful, relaxed, family friendly, all inclusive and reasonable!!! My daughter so enjoyed working with Danielle. The owners of the Inn could not have been friendlier and more welcoming to our guests and family! We worried about the weather as the ceremony on November 4th was planned for outside. No worries said Clayton the owner. It will not rain after 3pm and he was so right!! Weather was perfect. The event space for dinner and dancing was gorgeous and all of our guests had a fabulous time. Love the Inn and the various guest rooms. Plenty of space for our bridal party and immediate family to stay for the weekend.
My husband and I had an awesome experience booking this service. The price was unbeatable for the quality of service that we received. Danrae's creativity throughout our photo sessions made the times even more memorable and we appreciated having her around.
This photography service was second to none, as the reasonable pricing paired with the exquisite quality leads to a superior experience that I would highly recommend to anyone. My wife and I truly were able to enjoy our wedding as Danrae took charge of poses and creative ideas that us and the whole wedding party had fun with. I'm thankful to have her as our photographer and hope that many others get to experience this as well.
The photographer at Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center WNC Mountains is amazing. As mother to the groom I couldn't be more pleased with the pictures she took of my son's wedding. She took the extra time and care to capture every detail of this very special day. With so many beautiful pictures it was hard to choose just a few favorites. She was always ready and willing to accomodate us on what we needed especially a variety of family group photos. Even though our wedding happened in July I have spent these past few months showing off these pictures. I definitely recommend Sleepy Hollow Inn to anyone planning a special wedding.
Sleepy Hollow was the perfect spot for us. We wanted a non-traditional, very casual wedding and the staff at Sleepy Hollow allowed us to do just that! Danielle was so helpful and guided us through all the details. She was patient and kind with all our requests (or non-requests). The whole weekend went off very smoothly with the help of Danielle and Danrae. I truly think Sleepy Hollow was an excellent choice for us and our guests.
Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center is simply a DREAM COME TRUE!!! My (now) husband and I were living in Florida when we got engaged back in October. We knew we were moving to WNC at the end of the school year (I'm a teacher). Moving out-of-state is enough work as it is; add teacher life, trying to find new jobs, and planning a wedding on top of that, I thought my head was going to explode!! Step 1: pick a date and find a venue. Okay, well after a lot of contemplating, we decided that we wanted to start our happily ever after’s in the area in which we plan on spending the rest of our lives. So I started researching venues in and around Asheville. After sorting through many options, I narrowed it down to 3 venues. My girls and I took a road trip up to the area to check out these venues in December. Sleepy Hollow was our last one on our list. After the second venue, I felt extremely overwhelmed with my choices and was about to settle with the second one and cancel my meeting at Sleepy Hollow. After a good night of rest and some motivation speeches from my MOH and sister, we decided to just go check it out. As soon as I met Danielle, suddenly a weight was lifted off my shoulders. She is AMAZING! She gave us a tour of the gorgeous inn and we felt right at home. We then sat down to talk about the packages. Hearing the numbers and everything included in the package, took even more weight off my shoulder. Then she told me that there was availability in July! My mind was set, we were going to get married at Sleepy Hollow Inn. Everything was included in the package: ceremony & reception venue, weekend accommodations at the inn for 26 guests (immediate family and bridal party), DJ, catering, Danielle’s amazing coordinator services, photographer (Danrae, the owner), clean up and break down, choice of decorations they had, even cake and flower allowances! It was absolutely perfect! So for the next couple months we were able to focus on what we needed to do to relocate out of state. It was a breeze. Whenever a question popped into mind, we would simply email Danielle and she would respond, typically within 24 hours.
Time for the wedding! July 28th, we checked into the inn at 3, rehearsal at 5, and then we had a nearby bbq restaurant cater dinner at the inn after the rehearsal. Everything ran smoothly and the place looked stunning! Danielle left after the rehearsal. We pulled out some backyard games that we brought and spent the rest of the night relaxing and having fun with family.
The next day was even better. The whole morning was quiet and productive. Danrae came in to start taking pictures around 1. The ceremony started at 3. Once again everything ran smoothly. It was an absolute beautiful wedding. The entire staff at Sleepy Hollow went above and beyond to make our day as amazing we always dreamed it would be, if not, more.
We recently received our pictures from Danrae and she did a fantastic job! Thank you everyone at Sleepy Hollow! We love you all like our second family!
I just got married at Sleepy Hollow on 5/26/17 and the entire team went above and beyond to ensure that my husband, Matt, and I would have the wedding of our dreams! I keep saying that it was everything we hoped for and more! We enjoyed our wedding eve dinner, loved the woodsy setting of our private ceremony, and had more fun at the reception than we ever could have imagined! The decor was beautiful, all the food tasty, and the music exactly what we ordered. Matt and I also appreciate the extreme amount of attention everyone at Sleepy Hollow put into making sure we and our guests were always taken care of.
Everything about the two-night event was truly magical - everyone enjoyed staying together in the beautiful house and kept saying how much fun everything about the wedding was. We chose Sleepy Hollow as our wedding venue for the beautiful atmosphere and intimate setting it could provide for our small wedding. We wanted something that was a relaxed celebration of togetherness for everyone in attendance, and we got exactly that. Again, we couldn't be happier, and recommend this venue to anyone looking for a truly unique venue to host their wedding.
I know everyone has already said it, but seriously...this place was FANTASTIC!! When I was looking for venues, there wasn't a single place that could compete with what Sleepy Hollow had to offer. An all inclusive package that included lodging, DJ, catering, cake and floral allowances, decorations, wedding coordinator, and many other things that made planning my wedding a million times easier. I planned my wedding from Oregon and did not have the money to fly back and forth multiple times to try/see/sample things. Thankfully I had friends in Asheville, and they were able to tour the place for me. After that, I put my faith in Danielle and her knowledge, and I was never let down. Without her, I would have been lost! She was very quick to respond to my many emails and (sometimes ridiculous) questions. She was super patient the day of and was a critical part in making everything go smoothly. I can not imagine how the day could have gone any better!
The house itself is amazing! It's much bigger than it looks from the outside and the internet can not do it justice. Each room is unique and there was plenty of room for all the guests. The event center is gorgeous and it was super convenient to have the ceremony, reception, and lodging all right there. You can't go wrong with choosing this venue!
All I can say is that every bride and groom should consider having their wedding at Sleepy Hollow Inn and Event Center. It is a medium sized wedding venue that offers practically everything you would need to host the perfect wedding from food, ceremony/reception to lodging for yourselves and out-of-town guests. We had many people that were traveling so having everything is one spot was a must have. Danielle and Danrae were amazing from first meeting to wedding to checking out the next day. We had the best time and our guests raved about how good the food was and how beautiful the ceremony and reception was. Seriously, even if you have to travel, you should really consider Sleepy Hollow in your wedding plans.
This is THE PLACE to get married. I honestly wasn't sure what to think when I heard the name but after encouragement from the friend who introduced me to my future (now) husband I felt I had to give it a chance. After all, she was 100% on leading me to the man I love, she must know. We drove out there on a rainy day and met the staff/owners. I did not have my hopes up, a rainy day and all, but when I saw the place my heart knew I was in the right place. For starters, the owners are so nice. They are relaxed, great sense of humor, but stayed on task and kept me focused on what I was wanting for my wedding. They showed us around and the place, even in rain, it is beautiful. The setting and the venue/buildings were all set and ready to go and were more than I could have imagined. We scheduled a time to come back on a pretty day and it was like taking a layer of film off of the previous memory that was already impressed and just really made me fall in love all over. There are so many places to choose to be married on site; in a gazebo, on a small bridge-like setting in front of a pond with a water fountain in the back ground, in front of a big fire place, in a large reception room, or under a weeping willow tree. Well, I chose under the weeping willow next to the pond. Our wedding day was perfect weather, blue sunny skies and a slight breeze blowing through the limbs of that tree. Now one thing that did concerned me was that I do not feel that I am photogenic but the photographer did not see me that way. The pictures made me, my husband and the event all beautiful. I cannot say enough good about this place. I wish words could thank the owners and staff enough for making the day the special day it became. They leave me with a warm feeling inside, a smile on my face, and a laughter in my heart. Thanks.
I would highly recommend this place for your wedding. The staff was easy to work with. Everyone loved the food and cake which is rare. For being all inclusive it was very affordable. Thank you for making my wedding stressfree.
I could not have dreamed of a better place to say my I do's. Everyone was so helpful with my crazy planning! Now my in-laws wanna go back for their renewal!
This venue was the prefect place for our wedding. The grounds are beautiful. The staff was very helpful , and worked with us to make our wedding day exactly what we wanted. I would recommend this place for your wedding . You will not regret it.
This venue is without a doubt the best venue you could choose for a wedding. Our wedding would not have been as perfect as it was if it were not for the amazing team that works there! Everything went so smoothly and there was absolutely no stress for the whole weekend stay. They literally make EVERYTHING so easy, like taking care of your flowers, your cake, your DJ, your food, and everything else that you can think of. The inn itself is excellent and absolutely beautiful. We had 22 that stayed and it worked out perfectly and everyone loved it. The breakfast they served for us was excellent and the service was great. I have no complaints at all about this place. It is definitely worth what you pay and I will continue to suggest this place to every bride! Thank you Sleepy Hollow for being so amazing to us!!
My daughter was married at Sleepy Hollow and I must say that Danielle went above and beyond to make their experience wonderful with a lifetime of beautiful memories. Everything from the decorations, food, to attending to every need the day of the ceremony without question. Absolutely beautiful day!
I don't even know where to start when it comes to how amazing our wedding was, thanks to Sleepy Hollow and their staff! Working with Danielle in the months leading up to our big day (and on our big day) was an absolute pleasure. She is responsive, professional, and genuine. We loved the entire venue, and all the accommodations were clean and charming. Our wedding day went off without a hitch, and everything - food, cake, flowers, ambiance, waitstaff - was more fabulous than I could have ever imagined. You can tell that the owners take pride in their establishment and business, as they should. I would recommend Sleepy Hollow to anyone... even in mid-July when it's blazing hot outside!
Wonderful venue! Our daughter's wedding was beautifully arranged. I can not say enough good things about Danielle (coordinator), and her ability to make things exactly as the couple wishes. The vendors that are used are excellent. The decision to have the wedding here is one of the best we made, the burden of making arrangements for each and every little thing was lifted from us and Danielle's recommendations were perfect. The event center, for the reception, was elegantly decorated and beautiful. The B&B is easily large enough to accommodate all the wedding party with their families. The owners were great, routinely checking to make sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying their stay. This is close enough to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway, that your guests will have many options for things to do while there.
I had an amazing experience. My wedding was a worry free experience because of the staff at Sleepy Hollow. The wedding coordinator is beyond amazing. The Inn has an old world antique charm and breathtaking scenery tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The staff is wonderful. Making sure that there was zero stress for me on my wedding day!! I loved every minute. I used their recommendations for catering, cake, flowers and EVERYTHING was perfect! I can not express enough how happy I am we decided to get married there at Sleepy Hollow.
This is the perfect venue! The first time we visited, we knew that this was the one. The location is beautiful -- tucked away in the mountains, but still close enough to Downtown Asheville that out-of-town guests (and brides/grooms!) can spend some time in the gorgeous town. The package is all-inclusive, so food, cake, and lodging is all included in the overall cost. Best of all, you get Danielle aka the best wedding coordinator ever. She made everything so easy and had a lot of great ideas for decorations. The staff was extremely accommodating and super nice. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Sleepy Hollow is an all inclusive venue as compared to other venues that make you pay for cake, flowers, etc. separately. The staff is extremely accommodating and very friendly. They provide you with a high quality list of vendors that they have worked with before, taking out the guesswork, but also leaving you the option to decide who to choose. Danielle is really great at what she does and makes sure everything goes exactly how its planned. We had an awesome experience and would recommend Sleepy Hollow to anyone.
This venue was amazing. From Danielle, the wedding coordinator, to the owner and her photography, I was more than pleased. Everyone was so organized, the vendors they work with are all exceptional, and they ensured that the ceremony and reception flowed flawlessly. If I had to choose a venue again, it would be Sleepy Hollow.
Beautiful venue, delicious cake, great photos. Danielle, the wedding coordinator, will help you design the wedding you and your fiance are imagining and she is the biggest reason took a wedding package with sleepy hollow in our opinion. They let us do paper lanterns at the end of the reception and move our wedding date when my oldest brother in the military couldn't make it to the original date. There is nothing bad to be said about this venue. Wonderful people, fun reception, perfect ceremony, they try to do everything you ask for and go above and beyond. All of our guests enjoyed the wedding and had nothing but good things to say about the venue
I searched tirelessly around Westerner NC for a venue that had beautiful outdoor landscapes for the backdrop of my wedding, AND catered well with weddings. This place had that in spades. Not only does the outside look gorgeous, their in-house facilities takes care of most of your wedding needs. What Sleepy Hollow does not provide for you in-house (officiant, videographer, etc) they provide a list of recommended vendors that Sleepy Hollow has worked with extensively in the past, and those vendors usually give you a discount just because you are getting married at Sleepy Hollow. Since everything in my wedding was either provided by Sleepy Hollow in-house (catering, photography, decorations, chairs, set-up and tear-down crew) or was recommended by Sleepy Hollow at a discount I saved a TON by having my wedding here. Money saving aside, I would just like to talk about just how amazing the coordinator Danielle was during this whole process. She took care of my during the entire wedding planning experience PLUS on the day of the wedding. Danielle took LOADS of stress off of me during this wedding planning process. She was great, and she even wore purple on my wedding which was one of my wedding colors. I even asked if we could have a dessert bar added to our wedding. Not only did the in-house catering provide a whole table of desserts, but Danielle also saved 2 of everything so me and my husband could eat them later.
I have to say that having my wedding at Sleepy Hollow is the second best decision I made in my life. My first best decision was picking the man that I married there. I would recommend having a wedding at Sleepy Hollow to anyone!
Sleepy Hollow was an amazing venue for our special day and we can honestly say that we had our dream wedding! The venue was beautifully decorated the day of the wedding and you could not ask for a more naturally beautiful setting. Danielle (the wedding planner) makes the day truly enjoyable because she coordinates the days events and any tasks that need to be taken care of at the last minute. As the bride I can honestly say I did not feel stressed the day of my wedding and I was able to really just enjoy the celebration with my family and friends. Danrae is a great photographer and she is willing to take any picture you can imagine. Our stay at the B&B was nice and we enjoyed not having to go very far from the wedding reception. The rooms were clean and the bridal suite was adorable and a perfect place to get ready on your wedding day. Overall, I had a great experience at Sleepy Hollow and I am very pleased with the wedding memories my family and I created here :)
From the moment we stepped on the property over a year ago checking out the place to the moment we left it after the wedding, we were treated professionally and personally. Each member of the staff at Sleepy Hollow were impeccable at what they do, and took care of everything. It was such a load off knowing everything was taken care of, and made the day so stress free! Each amenity included in our package exceeded expectations, and not one thing left something to be desired, some of which included DJ services, the cake, photos, wedding coordinator, continental breakfast, the Inn rooms, decorations in the house and Event Center, and others. Every detail was beautiful and enjoyable. I would recommend Sleepy Hollow to anyone as affordable and over the top amazing to have a wedding!
Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center gave us the royal treatment! The staff is fantastic and very personable! This was a destination wedding for us and Danielle was such a pleasure to work with and was very helpful with the entire planning process to the execution of the wedding! Danrae is am amazing photographer and was just great to work with as well! My wedding was everything I ever dreamed of and more! I highly recommend this location to anyone getting married! It was great to be able to have all my friends and family all stay in one location, of course I do have a large family so not everyone could stay at the Inn but the Holiday Inn down the street is less than a 5 minute drive and they were great to work with as well!
Eric and I cannot express our gratitude enough to Danielle, Danrae, Clayton, Amy & the rest of the staff at Sleepy Hollow. Every part of our experience was phenomenal.
My husband and I, along w/ my family, rented the Inn and it was so wonderful to have all my family under one roof. Coming from such a large, close-knit family, it was amazing to work with a family oriented venue. The Inn was the perfect place to gather everyone. Breakfast was convenient and delicious! Danrae and Clayton were there first thing in the AM Saturday and Sunday prepping breakfast items.
A gigantic thank you to Danielle. Danielle is truly gifted at coordinating. I was blown away by her throughout the entire process. She was not pushy but kept me on track. She let me know that she would be as involved as I wanted while planning. I initially thought I would do most of the planning alone however a few months prior to the wedding, stressed out, I reached to Danielle for help - a lot of it. I wish I had sooner because she helped me contact vendors, stay within our budget and completely fulfilled all my hopes.
On our big day Danielle kept reminding me to breath and not worry, as the staff had everything under control. They did not miss a single detail and everything was set up exactly as I had imagined in the reception hall. Initially, I was sad that it rained all day until I entered the event center. I was blown away with how quickly it was transformed to fit over 100 seated guests when hours prior we had the tables set up. All of my outdoor decor was cleverly placed throughout the room exactly as hoped. The event center was so inviting and made the ceremony feel so special and close-knit. Our guests remained completely present and everyone complimented on how beautiful the room was.
Every guest has asked me where we found this hidden, little gem. We have been told that the venue and wedding was the best they’ve ever attended! Not only were guests completely blown away by the property, landscaping, reception hall, Inn etc., I was also told that the catering was the best ever. The baked salmon and creamy, herbed chicken were a huge hit! Green beans and Raspberry salad were also favorites!
Our DJ did a great job and kindly helped me to get the music together for the ceremony and reception. He did a great job balancing over 50 “must play” songs requested. :)
Another huge thank you to Clayton. Clayton was so sweet and accommodating. He even ran out to the store for us mid-way through the reception because the guys drank all of my favorite beer before the end of the night.
Lastly, I want to thank Danrae for the breath-taking photos. The entire wedding went too quickly but Danrae spent time getting priceless photos of my husband and his father, whose mobility is not quite what it used to be. Everyone was so helpful to ensure Eric’s parents, especially his father, were conformable. A day or so following the wedding, I felt a bit blue because it was all over and I couldn’t remember all the details or photos. I sent Danielle an email expressing my concerns and immediately heard back from Danrae. She assured me that we did in fact take more photos than I recalled. She also had photos already color-corrected and posted online for me to view which really calmed my nerves.
All the vendors used by Sleepy Hollow were awesome, including Gina, who did our flowers. The bouquets were gorgeous.
You will not regret choosing this venue.
Best, Amanda and Eric McCormick
My daughter was married this past weekend at Sleepy Hollow. After looking at other venues, this one was absolutely the best in so many ways. The package included the indoor or outdoor options for the ceremony,an inn with 9 rooms for out of town guests, the photographer, the DJ, the wedding planner, the food, and the cake and that took so much pressure off of finding all those things on our own. Everything was handled professionally and personally. It is a beautiful location, the inn, all the bedrooms, and the reception hall are decorated beautifully, and the wedding went off without a hitch. We even were able to have our rehearsal dinner right in the dining room of the Inn. Couldn't have asked for a better venue for the wedding.
Can't express in words how absolutely wonderful our wedding weekend was at Sleepy Hollow. I especially enjoyed waking up on Saturday and Sunday morning to enjoy breakfast with all
my children and grandchildren. Even though we were dissappointed that it rained, my daughter's wedding was spectacular. Danrae, Danielle, Amy, Clayton and staff were able to switch up the day and bring about a fabulous indoor wedding! The reception was a blast.....beautiful decor, the most delicious food, great DJ and attention was given to every detail. Thank you all for giving us such a perfect and memorable wedding weekend. Thank you, Danrae for the most breathtaking wedding photos!!!
The Sleepy Hollow Inn is a fabulous wedding venue in Asheville NC. It was a perfect setting for a weekend wedding celebration.
The location of the Sleepy Hollow Inn was perfect. It’s just minutes from downtown Asheville and a short drive to Black Mountain.
This was a destination wedding for my daughter and her fiancé. My daughter has her Wedding Planning Event Certification and she found that working with Danrae, Danielle, Susie and Clayton was about the best you could get, especially working from a distance! They made our destination wedding planning very easy for us.
The Sleepy Hollow Inn offers various wedding packages and we absolutely loved their packages as it covered absolutely everything you would need to have a wedding. We did go with the most expensive package (which we thought was reasonable) to ensure we got everything we needed!
The Inn uses a certain caterer for all their weddings and we found the food to be very good. When you have the tasting with the caterer, I suggest you take their advice on what their most popular dishes are, as they were right on the money and what we selected was delicious! We also highly recommend paying a little extra to have the Beef Tenderloin as one of the entrees. It was outstanding.
The wedding cake was done by Cakes by Karen and she did such a beautiful job on creating exactly what my daughter wanted. It was a cake made by scratch and was absolutely delicious.
The DJ is one that Sleepy Hollow uses for their weddings and we found that we could not have done a better job in finding one. He was very accommodating to all our needs and he knew what the order of the evening was.
The photography was by far the best. The Inn owner, Danrae, did all the photography and from what we have seen so far, the photos are absolutely gorgeous. We can hardly wait to receive all the photos. Again, we would not have been able to do a better job in finding a photographer and we highly recommend Danrae!
I can’t comment on any florist, as we flew in our own flowers and had someone from our store in FL putting together all the arrangements.
Danrae and Danielle assist with everything that I have discussed above and more. They definitely are well organized and cross all their t’s and dot all their i’s! You can tell that Danrae and Danielle have a great passion for what they do, as it certainly shows in their work. They are the best!
The Inn and accommodations were outstanding. The Inn is decorated very nice and everyone enjoyed their stay. The breakfast the Inn served, whether it was Continental or a Hot breakfast was very good! The Inn, Event Center and surrounding grounds are immaculate.
If you or anyone else asked me if we had to do it all over again, would you go to The Sleepy Hollow Inn…..Our answer would be “YES”!!! Our hats are off to Danrae, Danielle, Clayton and Susie.
Sleepy Hollow is the BEST place to get married. We could not have been happier, or had a more fantastic wedding. Danielle, Danrae, Clayton and Amy are wonderful! They will go above and beyond to make sure that your day is fabulous. The place is beautiful, perfect for large or small groups, Everything was perfect! Danrae took amazing pictures! Danielle is great, and took care of all of our needs and our guests! The food was great, and the hospitality outstanding!! Thanks for such a great wedding experience!
We absolutely loved everything about our special weekend at Sleepy Hollow, from the amazing support of Danielle and Danrae throughout the process to the delicious food, everything was perfect from A to Z! Being able to stay where you're getting married is also a wonderful dream, since you get to enjoy a whole weekend, instead of just a few hours! The accommodations were lovely, the grounds gorgeous, and the event center was decorated even more amazing than we ever could have imagined. The food at our reception was delectable; we thought we took a risk by not trying the food before, but trust me, it was very delicious and amazing. I would have my wedding here again in a heartbeat and would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone. Love, Leah & Meg :)
We hosted our Daughter's wedding at Sleepy Hollow and it was more beautiful than we ever could've imagined. Being from out of town I was worried we had gotten in over our heads with planning and preparing but I was pleasantly surprised on how wrong I was. Everyone was eager to help and keep the stress off not only my Daughter & her husband, but myself and my husband as well. Danrae, Clayton, Danielle, Amy, and Bianca were all amazing. In fact, they felt more like family with all of the special touches and attention to detail that they gave. We are beyond thrilled and hope to make it back one day, even if it's just to say hello and thank you once again for the memories that will last U.S. A lifetime! Sleepy Hollow is an amazing location that I would recommend to anyone!
I am the mother of the bride Jeana Maynard's wedding which took place July 25th at Sleepy Hollow. The owners and staff were so accommodating; we rented the entire house for the weekend and we were able to spend quality time with our out of town families for the weekend. Breakfast was delicious. The DJ was top notch, Danielle (coordinator) was right there during the entire planning phase and the recommended vendors were very professional. Danrae, Owner/photographer is very experienced and professional and the photos were beautiful. She captured moments that will always be cherished..
My husband and I just got married at Sleepy Hollow this past weekend (Fourth of July! :-) ). We couldn't have been happier with this venue and everyone who works there. Danielle is totally efficient, which means she's a huge amount of help to brides who need some guidance (I definitely fell into this camp), as well as those who know exactly what they want. Our ceremony started on time, and went off without a hitch. Danrae is also a great photographer, and got some amazing shots of us. It's worth mentioning that there's a lot of potential outdoor seating outside the reception hall, which is very nice in the summer months.
I would also recommend staying there for the weekend. It made it much easier to get everything done in as stress-free a manner as possible, and it was lovely to be able to stay with a handful of our guests for the whole weekend. All in all, a very special, memorable experience!
All of the reviews that you read singing Sleepy Hollow's praises are true! Our wedding went off without a hitch. Planning was made easy by the wedding planner and everything turned out great. The staff was great. I am glad we picked Sleepy Hollow to be our wedding destination and I would not have changed anything about our big day.
Thank you to everyone who made our big day great!
My wedding at Sleepy Hollow Inn was everything I could dream of and more! Everything was wonderful and Danrae and Danielle was such a pleasure to work with. Danielle was truly AMAZING! When I arrived at the venue on the day of my wedding September 6th, EVERYTHING was already done! Brides always talk about how stressed they are the day of the wedding, well that is NOT the case at Sleepy Hollow. Danrae was very sneaky with her picture taking and they turned out great! My husband and bridesmaids still talk about how smoothly the day went. If you are looking for a venue that will create your dream wedding and cater to your needs so that you can enjoy getting married, Sleepy Hollow is the place to choose. Thank you Sleepy Hollow for helping my dream wedding come true!
My wedding at Sleepy Hollow went extremely well! Everything was perfect and the staff were wonderful to work with! I would 100% recommend them to anyone looking to get married! It was a stress free day that I was able to fully enjoy with all of my family and friends! Wedding planning was also stress free with Danielle's help! Thank you all so much for making my BIG day unforgettable!
Wonderful place! Our family and friends loved the venue and we had the wedding of our dreams. I never thought my wedding day would be so stress free! Danielle is amazing and will help you every step of the way! Highly recommend Sleepy Hollow! Thank you for eveything!
I can't say enough about what a great venue Sleepy Hollow Inn and Event center is. The accomodations are wonderful and great for an entire family. The event center has everything you need. The food was great. Danaille the wedding coordinator was on top of everything. Danrae was everywhere taking pictures and they are beautiful! One stop shopping and a beautiful location. What else could you need!
The Ortuno family
Sleepy Hollow staff made our special weekend a fabulous one! Everything was perfect! Danrae and Danielle became a part of our family and made sure we had everything we needed. From the moment we met them in January 2014 and started planning til we drove away on Sunday, every "i" was dotted and every "t" crossed.
The food, dj, and accommodations were perfect. I would highly recommend Sleepy Hollow to anyone and will.
We did the Garden (75-100 people) package and booked out the Inn for the whole weekend. I did not use the photography included in the package, instead I hired my own photographer, so I can't comment on that.
The Inn- The weather was GORGEOUS (70s and Sunny) and the flowers at and around the Inn were beautiful. Our families loved being able to stay at the Inn for the weekend. After we left the night of the wedding, both our families plus guests stayed up partying in and around the Inn. It was so nice to have the after party right there and not kick everyone out right after. I wish they had more rooms available though (only enough room for about 25 people to stay there)
Planning - Having Danielle at my disposal for the months leading up to the wedding was invaluable. She was always on top of things and super responsive and helped things go so smoothly the day of the wedding. She knew how to handle each and every small issue and detail that came up. She helped the day run so smoothly all I had to do was relax and enjoy!
Food- I was kind of worried about the food since I didn't see many reviewers mention it, but everyone is still raving to us about how good the food was. The chicken in white wine sauce in particular was so amazing!
Drink- One of the best things about Sleepy Hollow is that they don't charge for alcohol like most venues- you bring your own and they will serve it. It saved us so much money in the long run.
Value- Sleepy Hollow is one of the more economical choices in town and I believe you more than get your money's worth. I had friends that paid 3x as much as I did for their wedding and said ours was better!
Ceremony- We did the ceremony outside. You can hear the noise of route 40 in the background (but you can't see it), but with the music and everything you don't even notice. It was a gorgeous backdrop with the gazebo.
Cocktail hour- we paid extra to do the cocktail hour around the Inn, which was nice because it was gorgeous out and everyone liked being outside instead of going straight into the reception.
Reception - My groom and I missed the cocktail hour and the staff at Sleepy Hollow (because they are amazing), saved some appetizers for us to eat when we first sat down and kept our glasses full the entire reception. What great service! The reception was fun, food was amazing, and my husband and I even went outside for a bit to grab some sunset photos reflecting on the lake outside (it was a beautiful sunset). I would highly recommend this as it was a nice time for us to pause after getting married.
I do wish the reception could have gone on a little longer. We started the wedding at 4pm (latest possible), which went to 430, then cocktail hour until 530 (that costs extra), then extended the reception the most we could from 3 to 4 hours, which ended the night at 9:30. It felt like just as the dance floor was heating up, it was time to leave. But, at the same time, it was nice to leave while the party was hopping and everyone still got to hang out at the after party around the Inn after.
Overall - Best decision we made (minus the one to actually get married in the first place) was to get married at Sleepy Hollow. They take care of almost everything, from parking to linens to helping you plan. They even had people to help organize the sparkler exit at the end of the night! I would recommend this venue to anyone!
From the very start of our experience with Sleepy Hollow it was wonderful. Both Danrae and Danielle were so helpful. Danielle always got back to me so quickly and made it less stressful planning a wedding that was out of state. We knew going into this that we had to be budget conscious and with Sleepy Hollow it was very easy to do without skimping on class or beauty. We stayed in the house the whole weekend which made everything so much easier. Even our guests raved about how great everything was.
I was a little apprehensive about having someone cater that we'd not tried but was so very pleased with the outcome. The food was excellent. The only thing that we did notice was that they took all of the food away and didn't give the option of keeping any of it for ourselves. But other than that it was great.
It did rain quite a bit on our day and we still managed to do the ceremony outside. The reception hall is just perfect and so very inviting. I have told so many people about this venue and will keep recommending them for years to come.
We held our wedding here on May 17, 2014. The staff at Sleepy Hollow were kind and accommodating and took great care of us and our families all weekend. Danielle the wedding planner was amazing, she was responsive, flexible and made our dream wedding come true and without any stress on the bride and groom. The location is beautiful and quaint, perfect for a small to medium sized wedding with a great event hall and dance floor for the after party. All of the vendors used by Sleepy Hollow were professional and did an excellent job.
The Sleepy Hollow Inn is a hidden gem in the mountains of North Carolina. The value for all of the services provided is amazing and the service of the Inn owners and wedding planner is invaluable. From the time we arrived until the wedding day and after, the Inn and staff were efficient, creative and always available for any unforeseen issues. I highly recommend the Inn-you will love it! Best value ever !!!
Sleepy Hollow Inn and Event Center, and in particular their wedding planner Danielle, put together a phenomenal wedding package for my fiancé and my guests. Our friends and family came up to us throughout the evening and repeatedly asked "where did you find this place?" and told us that "this is the most beautiful wedding" that they had ever been to. Now, I'm sure that my beautiful bride played a big role in that ... but the setting, the landscape, the facilities, etc. were outstanding.
Sleepy Hollow is well situated off of I-40, near some very affordable hotels and restaurants. It's also a quick drive (or $15-20 cab ride) from downtown Asheville, so you and your guests have plenty of options for nights out, afterparties, or even an off-site rehearsal dinner. The grounds aren't expansive - but they make maximum use of the available land and sight lines, which makes for wonderful photography and pleased guests.
I feel that the price we paid to be married at Sleepy Hollow was extremely competitive, especially for the Asheville area. I would highly recommend Sleepy Hollow to my friends and family, as well as whomever else reads this feedback.
We got married at Sleepy Hollow on Nov 2. We had the most fantastic experience and could not have asked for a more perfect setting to start our new life together! Our friends and family raved about the location and how beautiful the event was.
This is an all-inclusive venue and allowed us to focus on what was really important and not worry about finding our own vendors or having to shop around. The cost of the venue includes the wedding coordinator, florist, cake, photographer, caterer, cake cutting, servers, and DJ! We met with their vendors and added our personal touches and everything turned out FABULOUS! You can choose your own if you desire to, but we chose to use the recommended/included vendors and were thrilled with every single one!
We were also able to book the bed and breakfast and the wedding party came in on Friday and stayed through Sunday morning. It was awesome to have a whole weekend instead of just one evening with our closest friends and family. We were also able to have the rehearsal dinner there, so this saved a lot of money!
This was gorgeous and was also one of the most cost effective ways to have a beautiful wedding that we found!
If you want a simple, affordable, and beautiful place to get married, you can't go wrong with Sleepy Hollow. They have a variety of different wedding packages to fit your needs. Their vendors did a wonderful job. The food and cake tasted amazing! Danrae takes great pictures! She has a beautiful setup to capture those great wedding pictures! We got our pictures between 2 to 3 weeks after our event. They came out great! She even printed a few 8 x 10's for us, and made us a photo album with a variety of 4 x 6's. Most of our wedding planning was done through emails. Danielle the coordinator, did a great job responding and working with us to make our wedding the way we wanted it. It made wedding planning less stressful and fun. I highly recommend Sleepy Hollow Inn & Event Center if your getting married in the Asheville/Swannanoa area.
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