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Set on 75 acres in the heart of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Chetola Resort is a serene lakeside retreat and an unforgettable setting for your wedding. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a celebration of up to 200 guests, the resort offers a collection of indoor and outdoor spaces surrounded by natural beauty. Exchange vows by the lake, celebrate beneath the trees, or host a cozy reception beside a stone fireplace, all within steps of your accommodations.

With lodging on property, your guests can settle in and relax throughout the celebration. From elegant or historic lodge rooms to spacious condominiums each offers comfort and serenity.

Between events, your family and friends can experience the many ways Chetola brings people together. Unwind with a spa treatment, spend the afternoon fly fishing in pristine streams, hike on property, or gather around the firepit to share stories and s’mores. Every moment here encourages connection and creates memories that last well beyond the wedding weekend.

Your wedding planning is made simple with in-house catering, event rentals, and personalized support from our team. From award-winning dining to curated vendor recommendations, every detail is designed to bring ease and impeccable hospitality to create an unforgettable experience.

Chetola’s location is also one of its greatest charms. Just a short walk from downtown Blowing Rock, your guests can explore the town’s quaint shops, galleries, and restaurants. This balance of resort seclusion and small-town charm gives your wedding weekend a one-of-a-kind backdrop that your friends and family will love.

At Chetola Resort, we combine refined amenities with mountain charm, offering an experience that is both effortless and extraordinary. We would be honored to welcome you and be part of your love story.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Catering Services

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock

M
Maura Sent on 10/12/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Experience!

GORGEOUS VENUE! Chetola boasts a one of a kind lakefront venue for both ceremony and reception. We were so lucky to get married during the beautiful fall season in Blowing Rock. Our wedding took place under willow tree and we had originally planned for our reception to be at the lakeside tent. When we downsized our wedding (due to COVID) we were able to seamlessly transition to a reception at the lakeside arbor. Jeffrey and Chassie were incredibly accommodating and helpful throughout the planning and replanning process. They were professional, organized and responsive to our questions and needs. Chetola's World class Chef and baker both exceeded all of our expectations. The food was the best wedding food we have ever had and all of our guests agreed! The wait staff were polite and attentive all evening. The resort is flexible and accommodating to all guest's needs and very family friendly with ample activities for entertainment. The convenient location to town and hiking made Chetola the perfect place for our guests to stay during their visit to Blowing Rock. There is nothing we would change about our perfect wedding experience at Chetola!
JD Humphrey
Jd Humphrey Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Chetola

Chetola was the ideal location for our dream wedding. Accommodations are second to none. From the moment you enter the grounds, it's clear this resort is a special place, run by capable staff with a passion for hospitality. Meris in particular is wonderful, very knowledgeable and prepared for anything.

The condos provide spacious, luxury accommodations for family and friends alike. During our time here we enjoyed morning coffee on the balcony, walks around the lake, and pickleball at the resort's courts.

Meris and the team worked closely with all our vendors to ensure everything went perfectly on our wedding day. Even in the face of imminent rain - which thankfully held off - the Chetola staff was prepared with several contingency plans. Every detail was thought through, nothing was missed. You're in great hands here!

We've heard nothing but praise in the weeks following our wedding from guests who thoroughly enjoyed their stay. The only problem with Chetola: you may not want to leave!
L
Lisa Sent on 11/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great team to work with

The staff at Chetola were very accommodating while planning a wedding during COVID. We had lots of unknowns and the staff were reassuring as we navigated the process. The venue is absolutely beautiful, the food delicious and the staff easy to work with. Highly recommend it!
Mary
Mary Sent on 11/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

October Wedding at Chetola

We had a great experience booking with Chetola. It is absolutely beautiful, and all of our guests spoke highly of the venue. Chassie and the team worked with us to set everything up how we imagined. Would definitely recommend!
Susan
Susan Sent on 08/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and Responsive

I loved working with Chetola for my son’s rehearsal luncheon. Chassis Stone was just wonderful -so responsive, professional, flexible, polite & sweet! I received so many compliments on the venue, staff, food and especially the beauty of the resort. Due to weather we couldn’t have it at the Arbor on the Lake, but they quickly set us up in the restaurant and the rain stopped just in time to enjoy the lovely grounds. We couldn’t have been more pleased!
D
Donna Sent on 08/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

This was for the rehearsal dinner for our son and his beautiful wife to be!!! The evening was absolutely amazing!!!!

Chetola was amazing!!!!! I have no complaints. Chassie and Jeffrey were awesome to work with!!! The evening was beautiful and the food was yummy!!!!
Alex
Alex Sent on 08/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and Stress free Setting

Chetola Resort has so much to offer for weddings including its beautiful lakeside tent set on the peninsula of the lake surrounded by swans. The beautiful grounds offer over 20 amenities for guests, a spa, and restaurant. The resort also offers over 200 different accommodation types and onsite catering making the planning process seamless and easy. Chassie and Jeffrey were a great help and ensured that the event went off without a hitch.
D
Dawn Sent on 07/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Rehearsal Dinner & Welcome Party

Chassie and Jeffrey were amazing to work with! They were very accommodating and flexible. I highly recommend Chetola.
Caity
Caity Sent on 07/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding Venue!

Chetola was the perfect location for our wedding! Since we live out of state we chose Chetola for a variety of reasons, one being the beautiful location of Blowing Rock, which provided our guests with a lot of activities for a weekend getaway. The Chetola Resort is also an inclusive venue, so we didn't need to worry about finding separate vendors for food, alcohol, or rentals.

Jeffrey, Chassie, and the rest of the Chetola staff worked with us from the very beginning and gave us the peace of mind we needed for planning a wedding from far away. They clearly know what they are doing and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day!
Norma
Norma Sent on 05/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Very professional and helpful

Great to work with. Helpful with suggestions. Willing to change things at the last minute. On hand for any problems.
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Awards

36
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Golden Thistle Design Golden Thistle Design Wedding Florists

Whether you are looking for the romance of autumn leaves reflecting off a glorious mountain lake, or the warmth and ambiance of roaring fires in a mountain lodge, Chetola Resort is perfect for your special day.

Joy Davis Photography Joy Davis Photography Wedding Photographers

LOVE this venue!

Heidi Crowder Wedding Design Heidi Crowder Wedding Design Wedding Planners

We really loved working with Kara and her team. They were on the ball with things all night that we may have requested or needed done and did it with a smile. Kara was extremely helpful with my bride who was in the military as we planned from afar. I will totally recommend them to all of my brides for the future! I hope to have a wedding there again soon!

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Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock frequently asked questions

Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Catering Services
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock for wedding events is known for:
  • Resort
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Tents
Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in value, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in professionalism.
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