Skip to main content
Weddings

About

The Willow House and Social Barn is a stunning creekside weekend wedding venue located just outside Asheville in Maggie Valley, North Carolina that features waterfalls and breathtaking mountain views. This beautifully handcrafted modern barn is the perfect setting for an unforgettable celebration in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina.

Facilities and Capacity
This newly constructed rustic-chic barn has walls that are lined with locally saw-milled wood and 3,000 square feet of open space that comfortably seats 150 guests, offering endless options for a ceremony or reception. It comes with indoor, handicap accessible restroom areas and a prep kitchen with an ice maker, fridge, sink, warming tower and tons of counter space for your caterer. The Willow House and Social Barn is situated on Jonathan Creek, which runs all the way through Maggie Valley. Choose from several ceremony sites on the property with all the setup and teardown included. Our "something borrowed" closet offers hundreds of ceremony and reception decor for no additional fee.

Services Offered
We think couples should enjoy a full weekend to celebrate the best day of their life! Our Weekend Wedding option includes:

  • Lodging for two nights in The Willow House – perfect for up to 13 family members or the wedding party (additional nights may be added)
  • Groom's cabin for up to 8 guests
  • Access to The Willow House patio featuring a 12’ waterfall, outdoor kitchen and seating – a great spot for your rehearsal dinner or welcome party
  • Ceremony site and reception set up and tear down
  • A variety of ceremony and reception décor items to borrow
  • Fun outdoor games like giant jenga and cornhole
  • Banquet tables with white tablecloths and wood crossback chairs for up to 150 guests
  • Spacious prep kitchen which includes a commercial refrigerator and ice machine, warming tower and two large sinks
  • Indoor, handicap accessible restrooms
  • Property manager available throughout event
  • Onsite parking with handicap drop off area
  • Water features and mountain views for beautiful photos
  • Trout fishing in rushing Jonathan Creek


Accommodations
The Willow House and Social Barn offers extraordinary mountain lodging. The family home allows you to enjoy the comfort of having your wedding party and family under the same roof. It is a four bedroom, three and a half bath. The Willow House offers a living area with 22-foot ceilings, a gas fireplace and a kitchen that opens up to the breakfast nook and the back porch that has scenic views of the waterfall. There is also a separate dining area, a pool room and a patio with lots of seating. The main floor master gives the bride and her bride tribe lots of space for hair and makeup. Plus an awesome bath with two vanities. The second floor provides three bedrooms with king beds and a bonus bunk room with 5 beds, to bathrooms and a loft seating area.

The Walnut House, our groom's cabin provides lodging for up to 8 guests. It offers 2 bedrooms and a spacious loft with sleeper sofa right on the creek. The guys can relax in the hot tub or compare fish stories around the fire pit!

You can also add 5 additional cabins for family and friends to sleep up to 14 more guests. You also have the option to block rooms at our sister property right next door, Heart of the Valley Motel. www.heartofthevalleyn.com

  • Woman-owned
illustration popular

Venues you may like

See other venues that are popular with couples right now

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?

$8,900

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

$8,900

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?

$9,900

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

$8,900

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Barn
Garden
Inn/B&B
Waterfront

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
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
July
August
November
December

Reviews of The Willow House and Social Barn

B
Brianna Sent on 09/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Went above and beyond

Caroline and Brittany were great! My caterer did not show on my wedding day and they bent over backwards and went above and beyond to not only get me 130 plates of food delivered for my guests within 30 minutes and then served all of the food as well. I never once felt stressed or worried because i knew it was being taken care of. I don’t have enough good things to say. I would recommend this venue to anyone and be able to have the peace of mind knowing things will be taken care of, even if your worst fear happens.
J
John Sent on 08/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Willow House and Social Barn

The Willow House and Social Barn Ultimate Weekend Package was the perfect setting for our wedding. We wanted to share our mountains with family and friends and were able to have everyone all together for a spectacular celebration. The accommodations as well as the wedding venue itself were beautifully decorated and so very welcoming. The creekside property with its waterfalls and gardens is beautiful. The staff is helpful, gracious and accommodating. Our guests said they felt so at home and were treated like family. We are so very blessed to have been able to have our wedding at the Willow House and Social Barn. We highly recommend it!
~John and Cindy
Sophia
Sophia Sent on 07/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Location to Celebrate with Family & Friends

We couldn't have asked for a better location to host our wedding weekend! Lodging for guests, beautiful scenery, private but easy to get to; The Willow House checked all the boxes. We took advantage of the many locations on site and hosted our rehearsal dinner out back by the waterfall and enjoyed s'mores by the Groom's Cabin fire-pit on Friday. Our family and friends traveled from all over the country to celebrate with us, and all loved that they were able to stay on the property together. Weddings go by so quickly so having that extra time together was precious. We would do it all over again in a heartbeat.
N
Nicky Sent on 07/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Nicky Haire (Bride)

I highly recommend The Willow House and Social Barn for your event! The whole process with Ms. Caroline and Brittany was super smooth and very accommodating.
The day of the event ran absolutely perfect! We did not run into any hiccups. As the bride, I had zero stress!
We had the weekend package with seven cabins. The entire property was beautiful! We or our guests were not ready to leave! The cost initially looks a little pricey; however, it is well worth the penny!
Our guests raved and raved about The Willow House & Social Barn! It is truly a hidden gem that we felt blessed to find!
N
Neely Sent on 07/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t have been happier!

Our wedding was absolutely perfect here. The staff was so accommodating, helpful, and friendly. The house and entire venue were breathtaking, the pictures don’t do it justice. Being able to spend an entire weekend there for the wedding was the best part! It was a fairytale.
L
Laura Sent on 06/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding

Our wedding was beautiful at the Willow House! The setting is amazing and it was so special (and convenient!) to stay on the property all weekend. My friends had a great time.
M
Michael Sent on 12/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Epic and Professional

We could not have asked for a better venue. Mrs. Caroline is of oustanding character and dedication when it comes to her clients. Her and her husband made every effort to aid in us having a smooth sailing wedding day and rehersal dinner. Our guests had more than plenty of options when it came to lodging around the venue and in the vicinity of Maggie Valley, so we didnt have to worry about a thing, really. We enjoyed every moment of beauty and convenience that this wonderful place had to offer and would recomend it to anyone looking to have a beautiful and relaxing wedding.
Haley
Haley Sent on 12/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning setting in Maggie Valley, NC

Willow House & Social Barn was an absolutely perfect setting for our wedding weekend. It was beautiful, elegant, and serene, and our guests were comfortably accommodated in both the main house and the cabins on the property (not to mention the multiple Airbnbs and hotels in the area). The price tag cannot be beat for what Caroline and her husband provide during your weekend stay (all inclusive decor and use of the beautiful Willow House and grounds for two nights). We highly recommend this place for your moderately sized wedding events!
E
Erica Sent on 12/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Blown away!

My husband and I found The Willow House the weekend we got engaged in Maggie Valley. It was perfect! Caroline was a pleasure to work with and our day was could not have been better. Our families enjoyed the house and the cabins. It was so nice having everyone right there for the full weekend.
R
Rachel Sent on 12/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

The Willow House and Social Barn and Caroline were awesome. All the extras made it so easy for our destination wedding. Caroline saved our wedding and made it 100 times better than our original elopement. So convenient to be able to stay at the venue and have it all in one place.
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

18
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Something Like a Dream Weddings and Events Something Like a Dream Weddings and Events Wedding Planners

Willow House and Social Barn is a lovely venue set in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains in the quaint town of Maggie Valley, NC. Willow House provides one of most beautiful homes for the wedding couple to use on their big day and beyond if they prefer an extended stay. The barn itself is picture perfect providing an ideal setting for a rustic wedding. Caroline is a delight and a pleasure to work with. She creates a professional yet welcoming atmosphere for all of her clients, vendors, and staffs I highly recommend Willow House and Social Barn for any couple who wants a rustic feel without having to go way off the beaten path to achieve it. Gorgeous venue with an even more beautiful owner.

Map

The Willow House and Social Barn frequently asked questions

The Willow House and Social Barn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Willow House and Social Barn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
The space offered by The Willow House and Social Barn for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Garden
  • Inn/B&B
  • Waterfront
The Willow House and Social Barn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Willow House and Social Barn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Willow House and Social Barn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Willow House and Social Barn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Tables
The Willow House and Social Barn is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
Next Barn & Farm Weddings: The Barn on New River

Other vendors in Charlotte for your wedding

Wedding Venues