The Space
Highland Lake Inn & Resort is a scenic mountain wedding venue nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, set on 26 scenic acres on a private lake in the charming mountain town of Flat Rock, just outside Hendersonville, North Carolina. The resort offers an inspired setting for weddings, pairing rustic mountain architecture with lakeside lawns and a private, retreat-like atmosphere. With multiple venue spaces, on-site lodging, and an award-winning restaurant, Highland Lake Inn gives couples a genuinely memorable destination for the whole wedding weekend. That combination of 26 lakeside acres, big-timber architecture, and a private mountain setting makes Highland Lake Inn & Resort a distinctive choice. For couples who want a scenic, rustic mountain wedding with a private lake, lakeside lawns, and on-site lodging near Hendersonville, Highland Lake Inn & Resort is a beautiful and memorable choice.
Capacity & Layout
Highland Lake Inn & Resort offers several distinct venue spaces across its 26 lakeside acres, giving couples genuine flexibility. The signature Grand Ole Hall features big-timber architecture, vaulted ceilings, solid wood floors, and historic charm, with two large banquet rooms, a buffet and bar service area, and an outdoor deck overlooking the lake, accommodating up to 200 guests. The Lakeside Lawn, with its rolling grass hills and towering pines, offers a picturesque setting for the ceremony, while the Poolside Pavilion provides an open, rustic-barn atmosphere for a relaxed reception. Couples can exchange vows on the Lakeside Lawn, then celebrate in the Grand Ole Hall with its lake-view deck, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. That combination of a grand timber hall, a scenic lakeside ceremony lawn, a poolside pavilion, and a capacity reaching 200 suits weddings from mid-size to larger, keeping the celebration scenic and connected from the ceremony through the last dance on a private mountain lake.
Amenities
Highland Lake Inn & Resort pairs its scenic setting with the genuine amenities of a full mountain resort. The property offers an authentic blend of historic rooms, suites, and cabins, each with unique character, so the wedding party and guests can stay right on-site and families can enjoy a true destination weekend. Full-service wedding options feature contemporary cuisine from the award-winning on-site restaurant, Season’s, keeping the dining a genuine highlight. The 26 lakeside acres, the big-timber Grand Ole Hall with its lake-view deck, the rolling Lakeside Lawn with its towering pines, and the private lake give photographers a stunning, varied range of backdrops that need little added decor. For the entertainment, the enclosed Grand Ole Hall, with its vaulted ceilings and solid wood floors, gives a wedding DJ excellent structure and characterful acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively within a scenic, private mountain resort near Hendersonville.
Location & Getting There
Highland Lake Inn & Resort sits on 26 scenic acres on a private lake in Flat Rock, North Carolina, just outside Hendersonville. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since out-of-town guests can stay right on the resort’s grounds, explore nearby Flat Rock and downtown Hendersonville’s shops and restaurants, and reach the Blue Ridge Mountains’ attractions easily, while Asheville Regional Airport is a short drive for anyone flying in. The on-site lodging keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the resort’s private lake, lakeside lawns, and big-timber architecture give the property a peaceful, retreat-like mountain feel once you arrive. That combination of a scenic, private mountain resort with a convenient location near Hendersonville is a big part of what draws couples to Highland Lake Inn & Resort.
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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