The Vineyard at High Holly

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

Cocktail Hour

Reception

The Dantzler Home

Farewell Brunch

Summer

Our Wedding

As many love stories today begin, Scott reached out to Olivia on Instagram in the Fall of 2019. Olivia was living and finishing up nursing school in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She had just accepted a job in Atlanta, at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in the emergency department and would be moving back down south in the coming months. Scott and Olivia spent the next few months FaceTiming every day and talking for hours--discovering a lot of commonalities in their upbringing and interests: roots in South GA, graduates of both Deerfield Windsor and the University of Georgia, the youngest child in both of their families, a love for travel, gamedays in Athens, and the mountains. Olivia first officially met Scott in person mid-December 2019. Realizing they had a lot of interests in common and truly enjoyed each other's company, Scott and Olivia started dating officially on December 30, 2019. Starting a relationship off long-distance was not what either of them had in mind, but they knew it would only be a short time as Olivia moved to Atlanta in late February of 2020.&nbsp;A few weeks into March of 2020, the world shut down. Scott and Olivia had a lot of at-home and outdoor date nights in the coming months- cooking together, playing boardgames, trail walks with Oxley, strawberry picking, pool and lake days, and golfing to name a few. Scott invited Olivia to Highlands, North Carolina for the 4th of July that summer--days of hiking, kayaking, chasing waterfalls, and exploring was just what the doctor ordered. Highlands officially became “our happy place.”2021 was a year of travel for Olivia and Scott- Colorado, St. Simons, numerous Florida beaches, Highlands, and Athens to name a few.&nbsp;&nbsp;Aside from travel, Olivia began her MSN program in acute care pediatrics at UAB, and Scott was in the middle of his MBA program at UGA.&nbsp;In the spring of 2022, Scott and Olivia decided to move in together. Insert house projects galore- making our house the cozy cottage it is today. Scott graduated with his MBA in the fall of 2022 making him a double dawg and Olivia began clinical rotations.The beginning of 2023 was filled with skiing and travel. Olivia and Scott spent a lot of time at Lake Oconee throughout the spring and summer. Scott became a master of wake-surfing and taught Olivia how to drive the boat and even sort-of-surf haha! Olivia graduated from UAB with her MSN in acute care pediatrics in August of 2023. Gamedays in Athens were a mainstay of Olivia and Scott’s fall weekends.In November of 2023, Scott and Olivia traveled to Sedona, Arizona for what Olivia thought was a birthday trip that turned out to be so much more. The day of November 17, 2023 was one Olivia and Scott will remember forever. We spent the early morning riding an ATV up to the start of a trail to hike Devil’s Bridge-an expansive sandstone arch amongst the beautiful mountains. Unbeknownst to Olivia, Scott had asked a fellow hiker to capture photos of them out on the bridge. Once on the bridge, Scott got down on one knee and proposed to Olivia. Cue the tears! The rest of the day was filled with trail rides, wineries, and a celebratory dinner in Sedona. The most memorable trip to date.2024 has been filled with wedding planning, trips to Highlands, and many celebrations. We look forward to celebrating our marriage with you all on May 10, 2025!&nbsp;

Our Story

engagement

proposal

over the years

Photos

Bridesmaids

Erika Carlson

Anna Carlson

Erin Fleischer

Mackenzie Johnson

Melanie Campbell

Kendall Lasseter

Ansleigh Brooks

Morgan Crimmins

Elle Shearer

Groomsmen

Phillip Shearer

Brent Shearer

Chadwick Walker

Joe Barge

Adam Armagost

Michael Ghegan

Hank Goodyear

Andrew Moody

Ashton Pellicano

Croix Shearer

Lot Shearer

Wedding Party

Hotels

Please click link below for reservations. Our block rate is complete, but there is still room availability at this hotel.

Skyline Lodge

Highlander Mountain House 

The Outpost Inn Highlands

Home/Cabin Rentals

Various Properties RecommendedBook through email: beka.rentinhighlands@gmail.comor directly online.

Rent In Highlands

Sleeps: 6&nbsp;Further inquiry: hello@highlandshytte.com

Highlands Hytte Home

Sleeps: 14Further Inquiry: laurasbailey@gmail.com

Redden’s Retreat & Guesthouse

Sleeps: 4Further Inquiry: laurasbailey@gmail.com

MeadowHill Guesthouse

Flat Mountain Home

Airports

Asheville Regional Airport, Asheville, NC-1.5 hour drive to HighlandsHartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta, GA-2.5 hour drive to HighlandsGreenville-Spartanburg International Airport, Greer, SC- 2 hour drive to HighlandsCharlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, NC-3 hour drive to Highlands

Travel

Daytime Activities

Hiking

Dry Falls is a short, paved walk. The waterfall is incredible!

Dry Falls

This trail is wonderful at any time of the day! Great views of the Highland's Valley.

Sunset Rock

A moderate trail hike with great views and stunning waterfalls.

Secret Falls Trail Head

Restaurants

Our go-to morning spot for coffee. They brew Cafe Campesino Coffee from Americus, Georgia!

Calders Coffee Cafe

Located within Old Edwards Inn, a relaxed spot for breakfast or lunch with rooftop views!

Madison's Restaurant and Wine Garden

A great spot for casual drinks and burgers.

The Ugly Dog Pub

A cozy lunch spot with cute cocktails and festive lunch bites!

Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern

Located next to Kelly-Hutchinson Founders Park, a delightful spot for a quick bite.

The Secret Garden

Casual fare with outdoor patio seating.

Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar

A newer spot that we love for dinner and cocktails!

Highlands Tavern

A gardener's dream! This modern farm has a gorgeous restaurant, gift shop, and beautiful grounds to explore.

Julep Farms

Located within Old Edwards Inn, a cozy spot for cocktails and appetizers.

Hummingbird Lounge

Things to Do

Registry

Shuttle from Skyline Lodge

Shuttles will leave from Skyline Lodge at 4:30P.M. There will be two buses to transport everyone to the venue from this pickup location. It is imperative that you ride from the specific location you chose when RSVPing for the wedding. Address: Skyline Lodge 470 Skyline Lodge Road Highlands, NC 28741

Shuttle From K.H. Founder's Park

Shuttles will leave from K.H. Founder's Park at 4:30P.M. There will be three buses to transport everyone to the venue from this pickup location. There will be two buses initially and a third bus that is coming from Skyline Lodge to collect remaining guests. It is imperative that you ride from the specific location you chose when RSVPing for the wedding. Address: Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park 411 Pine Street Highlands, NC 28741

Return to Skyline Lodge & K.H. Founder's Park

Shuttles will start transportation back to the hotel and the downtown parking area at 9 P.M. and run until 12 A.M.

Olivia & Scott

Olivia & Scott

O&S