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Your Fairytale Wedding Awaits at The Highland Keep

Your Own Private Castle for the
Entire Wedding Weekend

The Highland Keep offers a wedding experience unlike anything else in Western North Carolina. With striking architecture, natural beauty, and total privacy, the estate provides a backdrop that’s both elevated and relaxed. And the best part? The entire property is yours.

When you book your wedding here, you gain full control of the castle and its 11 acres. This is one of the only venues in the region that gives couples:​

  • Full-property access all weekend long

  • Minimal restrictions on décor, vendors, setup, or flow

  • The freedom to host events anywhere on the grounds

  • On-site lodging so your wedding feels like a destination experience

  • The ability to craft your celebration exactly how you imagine it

 

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Venue Spaces

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Castle Exterior

Anywhere on the estate where the castle becomes your backdrop — towering stone walls, turrets, and old-world architecture framing your ceremony. This is the iconic Highland Keep moment.

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Carriage Barn

The Carriage Barn blends warmth and structure — wood beams, ornate light fixtures, and covered protection from the elements. Perfect for couples who want cozy elegance.

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The Grounds

Rolling landscape, tree lines, tucked-away corners, and open sky — the grounds allow you to create a ceremony that feels entirely your own.

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Castle lawn

The manicured lawn offers an open, symmetrical space with the castle as your focal point. Ideal for larger guest counts and any ceremony layout.

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The Breezeway

This covered open-air space feels tucked away and romantic — framed by stone on all sides. It offers a private yet outdoor experience with natural texture and depth.

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The Stone Balcony

For couples planning a private exchange of vows, the Stone Balcony offers a breathtaking elevated setting overlooking the estate.

Wedding Package Options

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Full Weekend Buyout

Our signature experience—and what makes The Highland Keep truly one of a kind.

 

Friday - Sunday

Includes: 

  • Exclusive access to the entire 11-acre estate for the whole weekend

  • On-site lodging so you and your wedding party can live in the castle

  • Indoor & outdoor ceremony + reception spaces

  • Up to 60 guests

  • Unlimited use of the castle, courtyard, Carriage Barn, and grounds
    Full freedom to arrange the flow of your wedding your way

 

More details in our Pricing Brochure. 

Partial Weekend Packages

For couples dreaming of an intimate experience with incredible freedom over how the day unfolds.

1 night

Includes:

  • Exclusive access to the entire 11-acre estate for the whole weekend

  • On-site lodging so you and your wedding party can live in the castle

  • Indoor & outdoor ceremony + reception spaces

  • Up to 60 guests

  • Unlimited use of the castle, courtyard, Carriage Barn, and grounds
    Full freedom to arrange the flow of your wedding your way

 

More details in our Pricing Brochure. 

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Micro Weddings / Elopements

A simple, intimate way to enjoy the beauty of the castle with a smaller guest count and plenty of flexibility.

 

1 night

 

Includes:

  • Exclusive access to the entire 11-acre estate for the whole weekend

  • On-site lodging so you and your wedding party can live in the castle

  • Indoor & outdoor ceremony + reception spaces

  • Up to 30 guests

  • Unlimited use of the castle, courtyard, Carriage Barn, and grounds
    Full freedom to arrange the flow of your wedding your way

 

More details in our Pricing Brochure. 

Explore our pricing brochure to see everything included in your special day.

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Wedding Gallery

Our Couples

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"We couldn’t have dreamed up a better wedding venue. We were looking for something sophisticated but with old world vibes, private, and above all, flexible. We were able to design our day to be exactly how we wanted it. It was truly the best day of our lives.”

Kailey & Taci

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Ready to Start Planning Your Wedding Weekend?

We’d love to talk through availability and next steps.

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