CASTLE LADYHAWKE
Premier Wedding & Private Event Venue
If you and yours want to feel like true royalty, look no further than Castle Ladyhawke in the Western North Carolina mountains.
The Mountain View Lawn offers an incredibly picturesque spot to say “I do”, positioned perfectly in front of the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, while The Great Hall’s outstanding acoustics make it perfect for live music and dancing. Toss in amenity-filled accommodations at nearby Bear Lake Reserve and all that the charming mountain town of Sylva has to offer, and Castle Ladyhawke becomes a true destination wedding for couples who love the mountains.
WEDDING VENUE
WEDDING PACKAGES
WEDDING GALLERIES
GET INSPIRED
LODGING
PRIVATE EVENTS
CASTLE LADYHAWKE
Let’s Get This Party Started!
The Castle’s majestic spaces embrace its historic influences while providing the convenience of modern amenities. When you host your wedding ceremony and reception at Castle Ladyhawke, you’ll receive the royal treatment as our team takes care of the details while you celebrate with your guests!
REHEARSAL DINNER
CATERING
Our unique venue features a pair of world-class catering options. Award-winning Chefs Johannes Klapdohr and Santiago Guzzetti will ensure your event receives the five-star culinary experience you deserve!
WEDDING GALLERY
Explore some of the picture perfect weddings that have graced our estate and inspired our team.
LOCAL FLAIR
Experience art, music, culinary masterpieces, and mountain adventures in the quaint town of Sylva, NC.
LODGING
Stay at Bear Lake Reserve
Whether you’re looking for guest accommodations or the honeymoon of your dreams, turn your magical moment into an entire weekend (or more) of fun at Bear Lake Reserve. Just 5 minutes from the Castle, Bear Lake Reserve offers a wealth of lodging options, amenities, and activities for everyone!
What is Bear Lake Reserve?
From quaint, classy cottages to spacious townhomes, Bear Lake Reserve has a wide variety of accommodations to fit the needs of you and all your guests
✨ First Look vs. Aisle Reveal ✨ - Which one is right for you?
First looks = private, intimate, and perfect for photos before the ceremony. Aisle reveals = dramatic, emotional, and all the feels in front of your guests. The best choice? The one that makes your hearts skip a beat! 💗
Photographers: @noblephotollc @capturingwncphoto
#firstlook #aislereveal #weddingceremony #weddingtips
The moment before the magic happens! ✨
#weddingceremonydecor #weddingceremonies #ceremonyarch #mountainwedding
Why limit the celebration to just one day? 🥂 Make it a full weekend experience! Host your rehearsal dinner at our nearby sister property, Bear Lake Reserve, and kick off your Castle Ladyhawke wedding with unforgettable mountain views, delicious dining, and lasting memories. Message our team for more details! ✨
@bearlakereserve
Photography: @boonetownstory
#rehearsaldinner #weddingweekend #ncweddings
Earthy tones and mountain backdrops—a match made in wedding heaven! Think warm neutrals, rich maroons, and subtle browns for an elegant, cohesive look. With a stunning backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, these colors create a seamless, nature-inspired ambiance. 🍂
Planner: @carolinaloveevents
Floral: @carolinaflowrs
DJ: @abridesdjservice
Officiant: @belovedceremony
Photo: @allegoryandelm
Wedding Dress: @angelakimcouture
Catering: @ilda_sylva
#fallwedding #weddinginspiration #mountainwedding #earthywedding
🍂✨ Planning an autumn wedding? Embrace the season with fall-inspired setups—think rich autumn hues, cozy candlelit tables, and seasonal details. Our tip: mix rustic textures with warm tones to create a perfectly inviting, seasonal ambiance for your special day.
Planner: @plainwithsprinkles
Caterer: @ilda_sylva
DJ: @bardi_sound
HAMU: @ladyb_beauty34
Photo: @maddiekay.photography
Dessert: @a.la.cupcakes
Charcuterie: @urban_graze_co
Floral: @snakesongshop
#weddinginspiration #fallwedding #weddingdetails
Have you heard the news? ✨ Our Inclusive Weekday Wedding Package is now available on Saturdays through August 2025. Let`s celebrate - message our team to start planning your special day! 💌
Planner: @clt.thegatheringco
Florist: @rays_floristdesignandco
Caterer: @ilda_sylva
Photographer: @theaxtellsphotofilms
Rentals: @professionalparty
Gelato Cart: @sugarandsnowgelato
DJ: @dowoakevents
Strings: @stringpoets
#inclusivewedding #weddingvenues #destinationwedding
Happy Anniversary, Elizabeth & Garrett! 🥂
Planner & Design: @scout_and_grace
Music: @deansduets
Floral: @inspireddesignnc
Entertainment: @eastcoastentertainment + @justintrawick + @deansduets
Rentals: @professionalparty
Cake: @mrs.sugarbooger
Photography: @boonetownstory
Make up: @mua.nikki.cole
Hair: @brushesandbraids
#fallwedding #mountainwedding #destinationwedding #ncweddings
Happy Anniversary, Annie & Tripp! ✨
Bride: @weeksofannie
Cake: @bentwillowbaking
Planner: @pinnaclewnc
Photo: @brittanigladdenphotography
Florals: @floressenceflowers
HAMU: @powdermepretty
Band: @theretreatmusic with @samhillentertainment
Bagpipers: @knoxvillepipesdrum
Ceremony Music: @allegromusicevents
Transportation: @wilcoxtravel
Coffee: @orchardcoffee
Catering: @ilda_sylva
#castlewedding #destinationwedding #novemberwedding #ncweddings
Directions
Castle Ladyhawke enjoys the dual benefits of a secluded setting with the convenience of proximity to a number of regional resources, quaint towns, and vendors. See below for driving directions from various locations.
From Atlanta
- Take I-85 North to I-985 North, merge with U.S. 23/441.
- Travel north through Franklin and into Dillsboro, NC.
- Turn right onto Business U.S. 23 (Main Street).
- Follow through downtown Dillsboro and Sylva.
- Main Street becomes NC 107 South.
- Follow NC 107 along the Tuckasegee River for 12 miles.
- Turn left onto Shook Cove Road.
- Continue on Shook Cove Road for approximately 1.5 miles.
- Look for the Castle Ladyhawke sign on the right
From Atlanta
- Take I-85 North to I-985 North, merge with U.S. 23/441.
- Travel north through Franklin and into Dillsboro, NC.
- Turn right onto Business U.S. 23 (Main Street).
- Follow through downtown Dillsboro and Sylva.
- Main Street becomes NC 107 South.
- Follow NC 107 along the Tuckasegee River for 12 miles.
- Turn left onto Shook Cove Road.
- Continue on Shook Cove Road for approximately 1.5 miles.
- Look for the Castle Ladyhawke sign on the right
From Asheville/NC Piedmont
- Take I-240 West to I-40 West (20 miles).
- Take Exit 27 – Hwy 10/23/74 to Sylva (21 miles).
- Take Exit 85 East, follow ramp to Hwy 107.
- Turn left onto 107 South.
- Follow NC 107 along the Tuckasegee River for 12 miles.
- Just past the junction of SR-281 in Tuckasegee, turn left on Shook Cove Road.
- Continue on Shook Cove Road for approximately 1.5 miles.
- Look for the Castle Ladyhawke sign on the right.
From Florida
- Take I-75 North toward Atlanta.
- I-75 merges with I-85 South of Atlanta.
- Take I-85 North to I-985 North, merge with U.S. 23/441.
- Travel north through Franklin and into Dillsboro, NC.
- Turn right onto Business U.S. 23 (Main Street).
- Follow through downtown Dillsboro and Sylva.
- Main Street becomes NC 107 South.
- Follow NC 107 along the Tuckasegee River for 12 miles.
- Turn left onto Shook Cove Road.
- Continue on Shook Cove Road for approximately 1.5 miles.
- Look for the Castle Ladyhawke sign on the right
From Knoxville, TN
- Take I-40 East toward Asheville
- Take exit 27 for US-74 W/US-23 toward US-19/Clyde
- Merge onto US-74 W/Great Smoky Mountains Expy
- Slight left onto Beta Circle Rd/Steeple Rd, then in 300ft, go left onto Cope Creek Rd
- Turn left onto NC-107 S/E Main St
- Follow through downtown Dillsboro and Sylva.
- Main Street becomes NC 107 South.
- Follow NC 107 along the Tuckasegee River for 12 miles.
- Turn left onto Shook Cove Road.
- Continue on Shook Cove Road for approximately 1.5 miles.
- Look for the Castle Ladyhawke sign on the right.
