Yes! We have a block of rooms at the Courtyard New Bern, website and link to our block under the "Travel" tab. The block of rooms is first-come, first-served. If the block is full, you're welcome to still stay at this location; however, we have additional hotels listed on the "Travel" tab as well.

While we really love the energy and excitement children have for big events, we want our wedding night to be a worry-free event for parents, so we kindly ask that only people 13 or older attend.

It is about a 10 minute drive.

3:30 PM :)

The reception ends at 10:00 PM.

Yes! Copper Ridge has a paved parking lot as soon as you get on property. There will be plenty of space for everyone, but just in case, there is additional grass parking on site.

There is a bit of a hill to get to the ceremony location; however, the venue staff will be driving golf carts to assist anyone who may not want to walk.

No. Although the water is beautiful, and it may be warm, there is absolutely no swimming at Copper Ridge as it is an active travel waterway.

No. We will be having open bar for beer & wine, outside alcohol is prohibited by policy.