Douglas Ellington House wedding venue is a historic stone cottage, just 5 minutes outside of downtown Asheville. The ivy covered walls and trickling creek whisper a quiet romance the second you arrive even though you're conveniently minutes from town. The house was literally built by hand out of local materials and is studiously cared for. Thus it is only available for smaller weddings and receptions to respect the home and the property’s capacity. Douglas Ellington House is the perfect venue for an intimate wedding in Asheville for those seeking an enchanting setting for their celebration. As a local Asheville wedding photographer I can attest to this being one of the most unique and romantic wedding venues in Asheville.

Asheville is a small town nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and makes for the perfect North Carolina wedding location; with breathtaking views and so much opportunity for outdoor activities, this is one of my favorite places as a Blue Ridge Mountains wedding photographer to take couples who are looking for adventure! Read on for lots of helpful information to support your Asheville wedding planning.

Woods Walk in Crested Butte is the perfect location for an intimate wedding ceremony with guests. Nestled in aspen trees with a stunning backdrop of the mountains, it’s easily accessible right in the mountain town of Crested Butte.

Boone is a charming mountain town tucked away in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an incredible North Carolina elopement destination. Check out Kate and Kyler’s all day elopement for inspiration and tips for planning your own elopement in Boone!

Little Molas Lake is the perfect location for big reward with no effort, and especially convenient if you want to get out on the water. Given the accessibility of the campground, once you park and step out of your car, you have ample picturesque spots to choose from and every direction offers amazing views.

The San Juan Mountains are a lesser-known area in southwestern Colorado, boasting epic scenery (some of which you don’t even have to hike for!) that makes for the perfect Colorado elopement backdrop. As a San Juan Mountains elopement photographer, I find that many of my couples come to me looking for an adventurous wedding day without too much intensity; I always recommend Colorado in the summer as the perfect place to find absolutely beautiful views that are still easily accessible. Besides the natural beauty of the San Juan Mountains, the surrounding areas offer fun activities, delicious food, and comfortable lodging options–so you can turn your intimate Colorado elopement into a weekend experience filled with both adventure and refined details. If you’re ready to dream up your perfect Colorado mountain elopement, read on.