May 2026 News from Deerwoode

Springtime is filled with new beginnings: New Hand-Crafted Tables in Coyote Lodge & Conserving Carolina Continues Restoration Project

Springtime is filled with new beginnings, transformations and growth. The mountains and landscape wake up and turn bright green. Leaves on the trees appear again and flowers are blooming all around. It’s such a beautiful time of year to watch for babies in the wild, tadpoles in the ponds and listen to the birds chirping. We hope you’ll plan some time to escape to the mountains to discover your own personal renewal and reawakening practices. It’s the perfect place to set goals and embrace positive changes.

During May we turn our focus to preparing for a busy wedding season. We love being part of our sweet couple’s special day and watching them celebrate their love with family & friends. We look forward to welcoming our summer vacationers, from new guests to our faithful repeat visitors. WNC offers a variety of outdoor activities and with our close proximity to Downtown Brevard and popular points of interest, we’re a great spot to stay as your home base for adventure. Our property also allows you space to just stay put and enjoy nature. Go ahead and book your stay now ~ we can’t wait to see you!

The Deerwoode Team

New Hand-Crafted Tables

Coyote Lodge features new dining table, end tables and coffee table!

We’ve refreshed the interior spaces of Coyote Lodge. As you enter the great room, all eyes are on this new, fabulous 9′ custom dining table handcrafted by Scott. Hanging above is a new chandelier to create a beautiful focal point and offer additional light. The living room still provides plenty of space for gathering and everyone can stay cozy & warm around the fireplace. A new coffee table and end tables have also been added, also handmade by Scott. Upstairs, the balcony overlooks the great room and provides additional seating, perfect for playing games or reading a book. Kids of all ages will enjoy the foosball table. Original artwork by Elizabeth Mayes is on display featuring paintings of cabins on the property.

Rustic cabin dining area with a long wooden table, black metal chairs, and a chandelier, plus a mounted deer head on the wall in the background.

Conserving Carolina Continues Restoration Project

In partnership with our conservation land manager, Conserving Carolina, the heavy equipment is here to begin a major restoration project that will enhance the future use of our property. The second phase is underway. The riverbank stabilization near the front of the property between Otter and River Cabins has been completed. Large boulders have been placed along the shore, wrapped in a biodegradable mesh along with plantings that will grow and take root along the banks of the river. Work continues in the back of the property along the river bank to stabilize that section of river as it curves away from our property.

The third phase will beginning soon that will create a still water Muskey slough, that will allow for safe breeding areas for these and other fish in the river. The area surrounding the slough has had clusters of bamboo removed, along with invasive vines. The landscape will change to a more natural native plantings that will surround the pond.

We feel fortunate to be in a conservation easement to help provide a natural habitat for our wildlife and plantings. It’s not only a way to support preserving our natural landscape but it also enhances the beauty of our property for guests to enjoy. We hope you agree!

Riverbank stabilized with brown erosion-control fabric along a slope, with scattered driftwood and reeds by calm water and green trees beyond.

Riverside scene with burlap erosion-control cover along the bank, and wooden posts standing in the water beside lush trees under a blue sky.

Small sapling growing on a burlap-covered riverbank with calm water and dense green trees in the background, left of center.

Now Booking 2027 Destination Weddings

Let us create your dream weekend celebration!

At Deerwoode Reserve, every space has been intentionally designed to give you the one thing every couple deserves on their wedding day—a truly stress-free celebration. 🥂💍💕

Imagine waking up on your wedding morning surrounded by peaceful woodland & water views. Friends and family can stay on-site together in our 11 beautifully renovated cabins. No rushing, no long drives—just a short, scenic walk to your ceremony site (where the only “traffic” might be a few friendly geese). It’s the calm start every couple dreams of.

Your celebration continues at the Mayes Event Center, a thoughtfully crafted venue featuring a spacious indoor reception hall, a private bridal suite, a fully equipped catering kitchen, a covered pavilion, and a cozy patio complete with glowing fire pits. Whether you envision an intimate forest gathering or a lakeside “I do,” you can choose between our two ceremony sites—Ceremony by the Lake or Chapel in the Trees—each offering its own enchanting backdrop.

And the magic doesn’t end with the wedding. When you choose Deerwoode Reserve, you gain access to all 175 acres of the property—hiking trails, serene ponds perfect for fishing, a peaceful paddle-friendly lake, shaded hammocks, a refreshing swimming hole, and direct access to the beautiful French Broad River. Although it feels secluded & private, it’s conveniently located near downtown Brevard. It’s the perfect setting for a full wedding weekend where guests can relax, explore, and truly be present.

Spend less time coordinating and more time making memories with your favorite people. Now booking 2027 destination weekend weddings & select 2026 dates available for elopements, intimate weddings and weekend reservations. At Deerwoode Reserve, nature does the work—you just enjoy every moment together. 🌿✨

Photography by @maddiekay.photography

Weddings & Receptions

Bride and groom exchange vows beneath a rustic floral arch beside a pond, with an officiant reading from a book nearby.

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with neatly arranged white chairs in rows on a grassy field beside a pond and trees.

Guests mingle at an outdoor wedding reception under a warmly lit wooden pavilion with string lights in the evening.

Elopements & Intimate Weddings

Limited 2026 dates available!

We offer inclusive packages for those wanting a quiet romantic retreat to the mountains to celebrate their love. From Elopements for just the two of you, to Intimate Wedding Ceremonies for up to 20 guests, we’ll manage all the little moments you’ll cherish for your wedding.

These packages include all the details:

Ceremony Site
Bridal Bouquet
Groom Boutonnière
Wedding Cake
Champaign Toast
Officiant
BBQ Dinner
Two-night Cabin stay
Event Coordinator

Enjoy a relaxed, all-inclusive wedding celebration with your closest loved ones. Contact us today at events@deerwoode.com to inquire about your desired date & package availability.

Expore Wedding Packages

Bride and groom face each other, holding hands, in a rustic stone alcove with large antler chandelier overhead.

Deerwoode Events

Family Day Out hosted by The Family Place

May 17th, 2-5 PM

Join us at Deerwoode Reserve on Sunday, May 17th from 2-5 PM! The property will be open for families to explore. Hike, paddle, relax, and enjoy games and face painting.
Just show up and enjoy the outdoors together!

Location:
Deerwoode Reserve
395 Riversedge Rd, Brevard, NC

Family Day Out Event Details

White Squirrel Weekend in Downtown Brevard

May 22 – May 24th

The beloved White Squirrel Weekend combines a stellar live music line-up, a smorgasbord of tasty offerings from vendors and local craft breweries and an assortment of treasures from craft & retail vendors into one fantastic event.

Banner advertising a 3-day Brevard street festival with music, food, craft beer and family fun, May 22–24, 2026 (White Squirrel Weekend).

White Squirrel Weekend Event Details

Promotional banner for Deerwood Reserve: Spring Special with 30% off and a free s'mores kit; code SPRING30; valid 4/1–6/30/2026.

Travel on a Budget!

Don’t go over budget on your summer trip! Hop in the car and take a road trip to Brevard, NC. Stay in a cabin at Deerwoode now through June 30th and receive 30% off the nightly rate & a free s’mores kit! Use code SPRING30 when booking online.

Plus enjoy plenty of free activities at Deerwoode and the surrounding area. On property: trails, paddling, swimming, simply relaxing in nature. Nearby: it’s free to enter Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Explore the beautiful scenery here in the North Carolina mountains and you’ll return home feeling refreshed and less stressed than before (because you stayed within budget).

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