Hawkesdene

Hawkesdene is a 54-acre private residential village and wedding venue located in Andrews, North Carolina. This historic mountain estate features the Nantahala National Forest, luxury homes, buildings and manicured grounds. Your guests will enjoy gorgeous views of Phillips Creek, as well as elegant overnight accommodations. Hawkesdene prides themselves on their attention to detail, enthusiastic staff and professional service.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 125 guests at this private estate. You can exchange your vows anywhere you'd like on this spacious property. Many couples choose The Covered Bridge over Phillips Creek to say their “i do's.” It’s framed by a wooded backdrop that changes with the seasons. If you're having a more intimate affair, The Llama Barn is perfect. It features beautiful roses, open pastures and llamas and alpacas. For lavish affairs, the open lawn is ideal. It boasts a newly redesigned pergola and lush floral gardens. For your reception, they offer their large Open Air Pavilion, complete with a massive stone fireplace. It’s attached to the main house and overlooks Phillips Creek. This 1,500-square-foot covered space is surrounded by gardens, and features an additional 1,000-square-foot uncovered area. They also provide a romantic, clear or white-top tent that can be set up next to the pavilion.

Services Offered
This full-service venue allows each couple exclusive use of their entire estate for the duration of their stay. They have a talented in-house culinary team that will provide delicious, farm-to-table cuisine for you and your guests, as well as a day-of-coordinator to oversee your day. Hawkesdene offers full event planning services, as well as custom lounge furniture, farm tables and chairs for your reception. Additional services include:

• Bridal suite
• Setup
• Cleanup
• China
• Glassware
• Fire pit

Accommodation
Hawkesdene offers 25 to 30 bedrooms for up to 90 of your guests. Their Main House and variety of Cottages come with luxurious bedding, high-quality furniture and a variety of modern amenities. They’ll also provide transportation to off-site accommodations if you need additional lodging. Your guests will have access to their on-site activities, such as cornhole, hiking, horseshoes, basketball and more. White water rafting, zip lining and horseback riding are nearby.