Bend of Ivy Lodge Mountain Retreats and Conferences



Bend of Ivy Lodge is a place of renewal, created to support people coming together to renew the spirit and deepen their relationship to each other and community. We offer an intimate environment, perfect for outdoor ceremonies with up to 125 people or indoors for 50. We are especially suited for couples that would like to create a ceremony in keeping with the natural beauty of the gardens and waterfall. Ceremonies can take place in the bright warm sunlight of a morning or afternoon, or bathed in the quiet light of lanterns in the evenings.

Features for Weddings:

Couples often choose the small waterfall in the garden as the location for their ceremony.

A number of other special places on the land have been used for commitment gatherings, for the bride's or groom's parties, for the wedding night, or for celebrating: a fire circle with a bonfire, a tipi, a glade of walnut trees by the river, a labyrinth on a knoll overlooking the valley.

The covered pavilion provides shelter and an inspiring view over the gardens; it can be expanded with optional tents to provide covered seating for up to 125 guests.

A community-oriented, inspiring hall within the Lodge for guests to enjoy each other's company, or for smaller indoor wedding ceremonies.

Accommodations on-site for up to 24 family members and friends, with nearby hotels for additional out-of-town guests.

Wedding Prices

Size Cost Includes
25 guests $2500 plus $20 for each guest over 25 Full and exclusive use, from 5:00 Friday through Sunday afternoon, of:
  • Lodge
  • 63 acres of land, gardens, pond area
  • Pavilion and Boathouse
  • Bonfire circle
  • Overnight lodging for up to 16 guests for Friday and Saturday nights
  • 50 guests $2875 plus $20 for each guest over 50  
    80 guests $3325 plus $20 for each guest over 80 Above, plus:
  • Liaison person for 2 hours
  • 100 guests $3625 plus $20 for each guest over 100 Above, plus:
  • Liaison person for 4 hours
  • Studio apartment and dorm sleep 8 additional
  • One parking attendant
  • 125 guests $4000 Above, plus:
  • One additional parking attendant


  • Catering and Other Arrangements

    We can recommend top quality providers. You are welcome to hire your own caterer, or work with our world class regulars. An industry standard 10% fee will be added to your caterer's bill, and will appear on your final invoice from the caterer as a separate line item. If you don't use a caterer, a $3/person charge will be added to your Bend of Ivy Lodge bill.

    Booking, Deposits, and Cancellations

    When you visit the Lodge, we will discuss your wedding plans and needs, and will provide an estimate. If you wish to book the event here, we will write a contract, and your date will be held with a 50 % deposit. Final payment, and a $100 cleaning fee, will be due at the event.

    Alcoholic Beverages

    Bend of Ivy Lodge, as a center for spiritual retreats, has a no alcohol policy. Recognizing that tradition often calls for a small amount of beer or wine to celebrate the making of commitments, we have modified our policy for weddings to allow for small quantities of beer, wine, or champagne to be served. Also, because of the nature of our center, we ask that loud music not be played; singing and acoustic music is welcomed.

    For more information, please contact:

    Bend of Ivy Lodge Retreat Center
    Walker and Doug Silsbee
    Bend of Ivy Lodge
    3717 Bend of Ivy Rd.
    Marshall, NC 28753

    Phone: (828) 645-0505 
    Toll free: (888) 658-0505
    E-mail: info@bendofivylodge.com

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