3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Garden party (dressy casual)
Lean towards florals and linens if unsure
5:00 pm
Dressy Casual
Please join us for a dinner gathering at Bear Creek Marina the night before our special day! As there will be many of us coming and going, we kindly request that everyone covers their own meal costs. Can’t wait to see you there!
4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Semi-Formal Garden Attire: including but not limited to lighter hues, neutrals, earthy pastels, florals. Both events are outside in grassy/rocky areas, ladies consider heel type.
The ceremony will be on grass and reception will have pebbles and grass surrounding the area, please plan shoes/heels accordingly!
Officiant
Bridesmaid
Groomsman
Bridesmaid
Groomsman
Bridesmaid
Groomsman
Flower Girls
Ring Bearers
Travel Note
We can't wait for you to experience all the beauty that Lake James brings! As Charlotte is a two hour drive from the lake, we have some recommendations that are closer to the venue. Morganton is the closest small town to Lake James being around a 30 minute drive from the venue. Asheville is a great city located an hour away from the venue. There are also many airbnb options along Lake James which we would highly recommend if you're interested in more time by the water and less of a drive! Below are a few hotel ideas in Morganton and Asheville for your convenience.
Flight
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This is a 25 minute drive from the venue.
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This is a 30 minute drive from the venue.
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This is a 30 minute drive from the venue.
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This is a 35 minute drive from the venue.
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This is an hour drive from the venue.
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This is an hour drive from the venue, located next to the Asheville Outlet Mall that we love to shop at!
Stay on the lake for the weekend and enjoy the secluded, tranquil, and enriching atmosphere for your time here.
Explore Charlotte while you're here! There are so many activities, great restaurants, parks, and more to enjoy during your visit. Don't hesitate to reach out to one of us if you need more specific recommendations.
Asheville is a small artsy, inviting area to explore many different shops and restaurants. It's a great place to spend the day and enjoy some great southern food. Located in Asheville is the Biltmore in which you can explore the estate for the day, stop by their shops, enjoy the spa, or even stay a night here! Be sure to get tickets beforehand if interested in touring the grounds.
Your invitation will be made out to "{Your Name} & Guest" if a plus one has been given to you.
Your invitation will be made out to "{Family Last Name}" if kids have been added to your invitation, however it’s completely up to you if you’d like to bring them or not! We would love to celebrate with you all either way. Please be sure to include them in your RSVP if they will be joining us. <3
We would love to see our family and friends get dressed up with us! We are requesting semi-formal garden attire including but not limited to lighter hues, neutrals, earthy pastels, florals. Ladies can wear floor-length, tea-length, or midi dresses while gentlemen would look great in a suit. Both the ceremony and reception will be located outside. Ladies, opt for a block heel, wedge, or flat as the terrain is not optimal for narrow heels. The ceremony will be on grass and reception will have pebbles and grass surrounding the area.
Please arrive at the venue by 4pm to ensure you have time to get parked and seated before the ceremony begins.
Please park on the street coming up to the house from the driveway and back.
We will not be providing an open bar however we will have options including beer, wine, seltzers, and champagne.
Please RSVP by April 8th the latest. If we have not received your RSVP by or before the date provided it will be marked as a you are unable to attend. We hope you understand!
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