Elopements and Small Weddings in the North Carolina Mountains

“Two such as you with such a master speed cannot be parted nor be swept away from one another once you are agreed that life is only life forevermore together wing to wing and oar to oar. ~ Robert Frost

The natural beauty found at Inn on Mill Creek inside Pisgah National Forest near Asheville and Black Mountain, NC, makes our B&B a fabulous destination for casual elopements and intimate microweddings. Traditional or non-traditional…it’s up to you! Couples who marry at Inn on Mill Creek want an uncomplicated, stress-free wedding in a pretty and peaceful setting. If that sounds like you, our B&B may be the perfect place for your special day!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I book the inn for my elopement or small wedding? After reading the information on this page, please contact us via e-mail or at 828-668-1115 with any questions or to reserve your date. We had a small destination wedding ourselves, so we know what it’s like to plan one. You can contact us at any time with planning questions, and we’ll look forward to hosting you at Inn on Mill Creek for your big day!

How many guests can I have? Inn on Mill Creek specializes in just-the-two-of-you elopements, as well as small outdoor weddings for groups of up to 10 guests plus the couple getting married for a total of 12 in the group. We regret that we cannot make exceptions if you have more than 12 in your group, but we can provide a list of great alternatives for larger groups. The guest list is kept small in order to create a comfortable setting for you and your loved ones, and to maintain the tranquil and natural setting of the national forest in which our Bed & Breakfast is situated.

Can you help me find an officiant? Yes! Our approved local officiants are welcoming to all, and have broad experience in traditional and nontraditional weddings of all kinds. If you have a specific or unique request for your ceremony, please let us know so that we can pass along the information to the officiant coordinator to match you with the perfect officiant for you. If you plan to bring your own officiant, pricing will be adjusted accordingly for the packages that include one.

How much will it cost? We have three options for couples getting married at Inn on Mill Creek Bed & Breakfast: a just-the-two-of-you stress free elopement package, a package for intimate weddings without overnight accommodations, and a package to reserve the entire B&B for your exclusive use. See below for details! Total package cost will vary depending on your package, which room you choose, etc., so please contact us when you’re ready and we will be able to provide you with an estimated full cost, including deposit amount. Please note, additional non-refundable deposits apply for officiants, photographers and musicians. Need a little help with planning? As our guest, you’ll receive our recommended vendor list for photographers, hair salons and more. 

PACKAGE #1: STRESS-FREE ELOPEMENT FOR JUST THE TWO OF YOU
Starts at $1,018; total cost includes amenities you select

Keep it simple yet stylish for just the two of you and say “I do” in a beautiful natural setting inside Pisgah National Forest! Dates for elopements are available year-round. Up to two witnesses may join you, or we will be honored to serve as your witnesses. If you would like to have a casual elopement — just the two of you — at the Inn on Mill Creek without reserving overnight accommodations, or if you have more than two people joining you, please see the next package.

Your stress-free elopement package for just the two of you includes:

  • Two nights in the room of your choice, subject to availability
  • A fantastic full breakfast each morning, with the option of having breakfast delivered to your room
  • An officiant to perform your love-centered ceremony
  • The ability to hold your ceremony at your favorite spot on our 7.5 private wooded acres
  • Use of tables and/or chairs for your ceremony if needed
  • Assistance with any decorations you would like to bring

Amenities that can be added to your package for an extra special touch:

  • A tasteful seasonal wildflower/native flower bouquet and matching boutonniere, or combination of the two
  • One hour of professional photography plus post-production (professional editing of the best 15-20 images), 10 final digital images in high resolution for printing and web versions for sharing online, access to private online gallery, and option to purchase additional images for $25 each
  • Up to one hour of beautiful preselected instrumental wedding music by a professional guitarist
  • A cake that’s perfect for two, for you to enjoy during your stay

PACKAGE #2: INTIMATE WEDDING CEREMONY, UP TO 4 GUESTS
$860; does not include overnight accommodations

Rent a portion of our serene wooded property inside Pisgah National Forest for up to two hours for your ceremony, with up to four of your closest friends and family. Dates are available from April 1 through the first weekend in October. A 50% non-refundable deposit will hold your date, with the remaining 50% due 30 days before your ceremony. If you have more than 6 in your group (including couple getting married), reserving the entire Inn is required; please see the third package.

The details for an intimate ceremony with no overnight accommodations:

  • An officiant to perform your love-centered ceremony
  • You have several outdoor locations to choose from for your ceremony – a deck overlooking a pond with a beautiful arbor, an apple orchard, mossy lawns under tall trees, garden spaces, a wetlands boardwalk, just to name a few; chairs available
  • Please come dressed and ready to wed if you do not reserve overnight accommodations, or you may make arrangements to rent one of our rooms the day of your ceremony
  • Reception space is available with rental of the entire Inn; see the next option below
  • Please note that if you do not rent the entire inn, other guests may be on the property during your event

Amenities that can be added to your package for an extra special touch:

  • Professional photographer
  • Up to one hour of beautiful preselected instrumental wedding music by a professional guitarist
  • Overnight accommodations for you and/or your guests may be reserved based on availability; there is a two-night minimum for overnight reservations

PACKAGE #3: RESERVE THE ENTIRE INN, MAXIMUM OF 12 IN YOUR GROUP
Base package price: $3,460

Weddings with more than 6 in your group and/or those that include a reception require booking Inn on Mill Creek for at least two nights (three-night minimum in October). Reserving the entire B&B gives you and your loved ones a chance to connect, enjoy one another’s company and celebrate your special day in a private, casual and comfortable setting. Dates are available from April 1 through the first weekend in October. A 50% deposit, a portion of which is non-refundable, will hold your date, with the remaining 50% due 30 days before your arrival.

The base package for reserving the entire Inn includes:

  • An officiant to perform your love-centered ceremony
  • One hour of professional photography plus post-production (professional editing of the best 15-20 images), 10 final digital images in high resolution for printing and web versions for sharing online, access to private online gallery, and option to purchase additional images for $25 each.
  • Overnight accommodations for up to 10 people; up to 2 additional guests can be included at $25/guest per night
  • Full breakfast served each morning for all guests staying at the Inn
  • Exclusive use of outdoor areas at Inn on Mill Creek – set on more than seven acres inside Pisgah National Forest – for photos, decorations, wedding preparations, ceremony and reception (includes chairs and tables, as well as dishware, flatware, etc.); does not include use of the Inn’s commercial kitchen except by professional caterers due to licensing restrictions
  • As your hosts, we provide concierge services, including making reservations for your group at one of our fantastic local restaurants, providing information on local attractions and recommending activities for your guests

Amenities that can be added to your package for an extra special touch:

  • Up to one hour of beautiful preselected instrumental wedding music by a professional guitarist
  • The option to have a professionally catered reception for you and your guests at the Inn; catering arranged separately

OTHER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you provide planning services? If you need formal planning assistance, we recommend that you work with a local wedding consultant. Please contact us for referrals.

When can I hold my wedding? If it’s just the two of you, you can elope at the Inn any time of year. For groups of up to 12, weddings at the Inn can be scheduled from April through the first weekend in October.

I’m planning a destination wedding…I’m not from this area. Can you help me plan activities for my guests who are coming from out of town? We can help! Check our Activities page for a wealth of information on activities to keep your guests busy during their stay in our area. In addition, when you book your overnight reservation with us, you will receive our guest digital guide with all kinds of activities and things to do in the area.

I need a place to host my family reunion, retreat for my organization, etc. Can I use the Inn on Mill Creek? The Inn on Mill Creek B&B is available for special events with the reservation of at least three rooms (two-night minimum). The Inn has five guest rooms and can accommodate up to 12 overnight guests. Please contact us via e-mail or at 828-668-1115 to share the details of your request.