Who says you need a big wedding for your big day? Small weddings, micro weddings, and elopements can be even more memorable due to the ceremony’s intimate nature. The Orchard Inn as a small wedding venue, sets the scene for an unforgettable experience set in the mountains of Western North Carolina. We offer a range of small wedding packages, micro wedding packages, and elopement packages to ensure that your special day is one that you and your sweetheart will remember for years to come. 

Plan the Perfect Elopement in North Carolina

We know that your wedding day is special; sometimes, two people’s union is best celebrated with just close family and friends. If you’re looking for the best small wedding venues in NC, look no further than the Orchard Inn. We offer elopement, micro, and small wedding packages for ceremonies in the North Carolina mountains.

The Orchard Inn is an idyllic small and intimate wedding venue in North Carolina. Say your vows in front of a backdrop of gorgeous mountains with those closest to you as your witnesses. Keep it simple; your wedding should be all about you. That's why we'll take care of all the hard work for you and your special someone- all you have to do is walk down the aisle and tie the knot! If you're looking for small wedding packages in NC, the Orchard Inn is the ideal choice.

NC Mountain Elopement Package

Surround yourself with only your closest relatives and friends when you say, “I do.” Our NC mountain elopement package is for a maximum of 8 people, including the couple getting married. Make your ceremony and reception your own with ease through our add-ons or opt to plan some of it yourself!

NC Mountain Elopement Package Details:

  • Pricing: $1,950.00 (Mon-Wed) or $2,500.00 (weekends)
  • Two nights in our Holly Cottage (add 20% during the month of October)
  • Wedding Cake
  • A bottle of celebratory champagne
  • Venue fee included in the package ($1,500 value)
Wedding at The Orchard Inn

NC Small Wedding Package

Surround yourself with up to 18 of your closest family and friends at one of our outdoor small wedding venues in NC. Our Small NC Wedding Package is here for you to create your perfect, intimate day. Micro weddings are growing in popularity, and this is the perfect option. Use the Orchard Inn to have the small wedding of your dreams. Start with our package, then add add-ons as you wish.

Small NC Wedding Package Details:

  • Pricing: $4,000.00 (Mon-Wed) or $5,000.00 (weekends)
  • Two nights in our Holly Cottage (add 20% for the month of October)
  • Venue fee included in the package ($2,500.00 value)
  • Wedding Cake
  • Bottle of Champagne
  • Bridal Bouquet & Boutonniere
Wedding at The Orchard Inn

Add-Ons for Our North Carolina Elopement Packages:

Now, it’s time to customize your special day with our add-ons! Have any questions? Fill out the wedding inquiry form!

  • Wedding reception dinner, including hors-d'oeuvres and 4-course dinner, $89.00 per person (plus tax and tip)
  • Photography: one-hour photography, one-hour editing: $600.00
  • Non-Denominational Minister: $150.00 – $350 (depending on availability), which will include telephone and email preparation and planning, and the wedding itself
  • Bridal Bouquet & Boutonniere: $195
  • Wedding reception luncheon at Newman’s – $55 per person plus tax and tip (for small weddings only)
wedding cake at The Orchard Inn

Couples will need to obtain a North Carolina marriage license as the ceremony will be performed in North Carolina. The Polk County Register of Deeds issues marriage licenses from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, and they are valid for sixty days. No blood tests or waiting periods are required.