An Intimate Lakeside Wedding Destination
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Kristin Waitschies
CATERING AND EVENTS MANAGER
Typically responds within 24h
Nestled along the shores of Lake Toxaway, NC, in the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Greystone Inn is a timeless wedding destination designed for couples seeking an intimate, elevated, and truly personal celebration.
Originally built in 1915 as a private home, the Inn blends historic charm with understated luxury. Thoughtfully restored interiors, sweeping lake views, and serene outdoor spaces create a naturally beautiful backdrop for every moment of your wedding weekend.
The Greystone Inn is best known for its exclusive-use wedding experiences, during which the Inn closes to the public, allowing you and your guests to enjoy complete privacy from check-in to check-out. This exclusivity transforms your celebration into a relaxed, immersive gathering where every detail feels intentional and unrushed.
The Grand Event grants exclusive access to the property for a 10-hour wedding-day experience, offering privacy and flexibility within an elegant setting. For smaller celebrations, our Intimate Weddings are carefully designed to deliver the same beauty and attention to detail on a more intimate scale. And for couples who prefer a quiet, meaningful exchange of vows, Elopements are always available.
Ceremonies may be held on our scenic terrace or boathouse deck, each offering sweeping views of the lake. Whether you envision a candlelit dinner, an elegant tented reception, or a refined indoor celebration, the setting adapts beautifully to your vision.
On-site accommodations allow your closest family and friends to stay together throughout the celebration, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that feels more like a destination retreat than a traditional venue. Our award-winning culinary team provides exceptional, seasonally inspired cuisine, with menus to reflect your tastes and style.
From the quiet mountain mornings to sunset views over the lake, The Greystone Inn offers a wedding experience rooted in connection, natural beauty, and thoughtful hospitality—perfect for couples who value intimacy, exclusivity, and timeless elegance.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
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
Settings
Historic Venue
Hotel
Mountain
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
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Meet the team
Kristin Waitschies
Catering and Events Manager
As Catering and Events Manager at The Greystone Inn, Kristin Waitschies brings a thoughtful, detail-driven approach to every celebration. With a deep appreciation for meaningful gatherings and beautifully curated experiences, she works closely with couples and planners to transform the Inn’s historic lakeside setting into unforgettable wedding weekends and events.
Kristin is known for her calm guidance, strong organization, and ability to anticipate the needs of both clients and vendors, ensuring each event unfolds seamlessly from start to finish. She takes pride in creating events that feel effortless, personal, and true to each host’s vision—while honoring the timeless elegance and natural beauty that define The Greystone Inn.
When not overseeing events, Kristin draws inspiration from the outdoors and creative pursuits, always bringing fresh perspective and intention to the experiences she helps design.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.01 reviews
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Kaylee S
5.0
1/06/2026
We had our wedding at The Greystone Inn in July 2025. I still talk about how amazing our venue was and recommend it to anyone getting married soon.
We looked all over North Caro...
lina for the perfect venue and I knew within seconds of driving up the hill to the property that that was where we would get married. It is stunning, quaint, and well taken care of. We first met Kristin on our tour and she is absolutely AMAZING. She so helpful through the whole process. She worked amazingly with our wedding planner and her team executed the day so perfectly. We had to think about so little on the day itself The staff was fun and we so enjoyed having all of them on our wedding day too.
We get so many compliments on the food. The team helped us create the perfect menu which blended both of our tastes. The drink selection is excellent and very accommodating regarding any cocktails we wanted the day of.
Location was so important to us. We wanted something in NC, private but where guests could stay. We loved that most of our guests could stay on site. We had a slightly larger guest list than could stay in the inn itself, but close lodging was not an issue for anyone. There is plenty to do on the lake/golf/hikes or day trip to Cashiers/Brevard for those not in the wedding party. It is private but not impossible to get to from Charlotte or Asheville (most of our out of town guests flew in there).
We also wanted our dogs to be part of our wedding weekend and the pet friendly atmosphere was great. The grounds and rooms are so clean you wouldn't know it was pet friendly either.
I would choose the Greystone 1 million times over again if I had to and the best part is that we can always go back and stay.
Response from The Greystone Inn on 01/06/2026
Hi Kaylee,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and generous ...
review. It truly means the world to our entire team.
From the moment you toured, it was such a joy to work with you both. We are so happy to hear how seamless and enjoyable the planning process felt and that you were able to be fully present and relaxed on your wedding day—that is always our greatest goal. I’m especially grateful for your kind words about our team, your planner, and the food and beverage experience. Creating a menu that reflects both of you and welcoming your dogs as part of the celebration made your weekend all the more special for us as well.
We’re so glad the location, accommodations, and surrounding activities were a perfect fit for your guests and that the Greystone felt like “the one” from the very start. Knowing you’d choose us again (and that you’ll be back to visit!) is the highest compliment we could receive.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love, adventure, and many future returns to the lake.
Warmest regards,
Kristin and The Greystone Inn Team
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