The Space
Chimney Pond Farm is a breathtaking mountain wedding venue set in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Glenville, North Carolina, near Highlands and Cashiers. The farm spreads across more than 120 acres of Fraser fir trees and blueberry bushes at an elevation of 3,600 feet, with sweeping views of Lake Glenville. This scenic setting pairs a hilltop ceremony site with a characterful retired barn and lush outdoor spaces, giving couples a genuinely stunning mountain destination. That combination of 120-plus acres, Lake Glenville views, and high-elevation Blue Ridge scenery makes Chimney Pond Farm a distinctive choice near Highlands. For couples who want a breathtaking mountain wedding with panoramic lake views, a hilltop ceremony, and a rustic barn near Highlands, Chimney Pond Farm is a memorable and scenic choice.
Capacity & Layout
Chimney Pond Farm can comfortably accommodate over 250 guests across its 120-plus mountain acres, giving couples genuine room to celebrate. Ceremonies take place under a wisteria wedding arch on a hill overlooking Lake Glenville and the Blue Ridge Mountains, with a rainy-day alternative location available, while for indoor ceremonies the Gathering Hall, a retired barn turned ceremony space with twinkle lights and branch arches, offers a characterful setting. The reception space features a large deck with a bar for cocktails and appetizers, plus a patio surrounded by lush greenery that serves as a dance floor during warmer months. That layout lets couples exchange vows on the hilltop, gather for cocktails on the deck, then dance on the patio or in the Gathering Hall, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. That combination of a panoramic ceremony hill, a rustic Gathering Hall, a deck and patio, and a capacity over 250 suits weddings from mid-size to larger, keeping the celebration scenic and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Amenities
Chimney Pond Farm pairs its breathtaking setting with genuinely comprehensive, all-in-one amenities. Customizable wedding packages include decor, seating, tables, ceremony and reception sites, plus a Month-of Planner and a Day-of Coordination Team, so couples receive real planning support and much of the day’s logistics are handled. Overnight accommodations are available on-site in multiple beautiful vacation homes, letting the wedding party and guests stay right on the mountain and turning the celebration into a getaway. The 120-plus acres of Fraser firs and blueberry bushes, the panoramic Lake Glenville views, the wisteria ceremony arch, and the twinkle-lit Gathering Hall give photographers a stunning, varied range of backdrops that need little added decor. For the entertainment, the enclosed Gathering Hall gives a wedding DJ solid structure and characterful acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at a breathtaking Blue Ridge mountain farm.
Location & Getting There
Chimney Pond Farm sits in Glenville, North Carolina, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Highlands and Cashiers, overlooking Lake Glenville at 3,600 feet of elevation. That mountain location is a genuine part of the appeal, since guests can make a scenic getaway of the weekend, staying in the farm’s on-site vacation homes or nearby Highlands and Cashiers, while Asheville Regional Airport and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport are each within driving distance for anyone flying in. The on-site lodging keeps the celebration self-contained and easy to plan around. The 120-plus acres, the Fraser firs, and the panoramic Lake Glenville views give the property a breathtaking, immersive feel once you arrive. That combination of a stunning mountain farm with on-site lodging near Highlands is a big part of what draws couples to Chimney Pond Farm.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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