Plan for Summer Vacation!

Wooden bench in a park overlooking a pond with lily pads and green shore, trees in the distance under a blue sky Red-stemmed, burgundy-leaved plants with pale pink flowers in a garden bed beside a wooden fence under a blue sky.

Purple lupine flowers in foreground with a wooden fence and rustic shelter in a sunny garden.

Welcome from Deerwoode

The mountains have come alive! Although our Spring started out very dry with water levels dropping and bringing drought conditions to the region, we finally received some much needed rain. Mother Nature brought several inches of rain to fill our ponds, streams and rivers. It’s green and beautiful, with birds chirping and young wildlife all around us!

As we move into our summer season, we’re preparing to welcome visitors from near and far to this little slice of heaven tucked into the WNC mountains. We’re the perfect home base for all sorts of outdoor adventures ~ from chasing waterfalls, hiking, mountain biking, to so many river activities like tubing, fishing and snorkeling. Be sure to plan extra time to just relax and explore our property along the walking trails, paddling in the lake and jumping in the swimming hole. You’ll also find some treasures when you visit local shops & satisfy your culinary cravings with unique local restaurants in Brevard & surrounding towns.

We’re offering special deals to help keep your traveling budget in check this summer. So go ahead….Catch up with friends. Take the trip. Go on adventures. Make some memories. Don’t miss out on connecting with others. Just take the time to relax and recharge. What better place than surrounded by nature, with views of the mountains, to take your worries away!

The Deerwoode Team

New Dock on the French Broad River

The riverbank stabilization project is complete!

The previous dock on the river had to be taken down because it was falling into the river and became unsafe. Along with the riverbank stabilization project with Conserving Carolina, we’ve built a brand new dock on the river!

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. Also, enjoy easier access to the river with stones you can walk down.

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!

Small fluffy dog standing on a wooden deck by a calm river, with a rocky bank and grassy slope nearby as trees reflect in the water.

A partially collapsed wooden bridge spans a wide, muddy river with green trees and hills in the background under a cloudy sky.

New wooden dock extended over a calm river, with green trees and a distant hill in the background.

What’s Growing in the Garden?

Something new has been planted – the beginnings of a cut flower garden! While it doesn’t look like much yet, we’re excited to watch the plants grow and add beauty to your garden strolls.

Young saplings planted in muddy furrows in a field, with a line of trees and a signpost in the background.

Young seedlings planted in neat rows in a wet, muddy field after rain; puddles reflect the sky as rows extend into a grassy background.

Rows of young seedlings growing in muddy furrows on a rural farm, with a wooden gazebo and green hills in the background.

2026 & 2027 Weddings at Deerwoode

All new redesigned page on our website with more info on weddings!

Ceremony Sites:
Ceremony by the Lake ~ a spacious ceremony setting for up to 200+ guests, with a flat, grassy area, views of the lake and mountains, and a short walk to the Mayes Event Center. Couples can even make their arrival by Woody Wagon.

Chapel in the Trees ~ provides a more intimate setting for up to 75 guests within an open-air, wood-framed structure nestled in the trees. This site features mountain views, a foot bridge over the creek, and magical café lights.

Find all the details on Receptions at the Mayes Event Center!

Whether you’re planning a full wedding weekend with everyone you love or a quiet, intimate celebration tucked into the mountains, Deerwoode Reserve offers a package designed to fit your vision. Download Packages PDF

Know someone looking for a venue for a 2026/2027 wedding? We have special discounts on select weekends! View deals!

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.

Three adults posing together outdoors in a park, smiling at the camera among green trees and plants.

Our Events Team: David, Dionne, and Hannah

Meet the Team! We are growing and couldn’t be more excited to share a little bit about us.

David owner of David Wright Events, has over 25 years of wedding & event planning experience, plus a background in the restaurant & hospitality industry. Having worked in restaurants, and planning everything from small intimate events to grand parties, and curating weddings at a boutique hotel and privately, David brings a unique perspective when working with our Deerwoode couples. David stays busy taking care of his dog Winnie and five cats, working out and stopping for coffee at his fav spot, Cup & Saucer.

Dionne is the owner, and while she primarily manages business operations, is learning more about wedding & event management. She handles guest relations, reservations, cabin accommodations and giving tours of the venue & property. Dionne brings with her a diverse background working in retail, non-profit and managing a prior business in Florida. She and her husband Scott have three daughters, and one pup, Bella. Dionne enjoys giving back to her community by serving on the boards of The Family Place and Transylvania County Tourism Development Authority.

Hannah is the newest member of the team. She is a graduate of Brevard High School and Brevard College. She has five years of event and wedding planning experience. After a few years away from Brevard, she couldn’t wait to return and recently moved back. When not working, you will find her hiking with her husband and two dogs (Stanley & Wallace) and making Sourdough goodies.

We’re excited to meet our potential wedding couples! We are here to answer any questions, give you a tour of the property and event space, and help plan your dream wedding (or other events)!

Schedule a Tour!

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.

Explore Wedding Packages

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

Deerwoode Events

Promotional banner for Respira Yoga at Deerwood Reserve, showing two people practicing yoga on a wooden deck with a forest backdrop.

Respira Yoga
Mondays, 6 – 7 PM

This is a weekly class open to guests and to the publc! Lead by Respira Retreats instructors, Julie Paterson or Clare Desmelik, join us for yoga on Monday evenings from 6-7pm. Suggested donation (cash or venmo) $10-$20. No registration required!

Some helpful info…

Bring your own mat and water.
Come a little early as there is a short walk up to the Chapel in the Trees.
When you enter Deerwoode, follow signs to the parking area near the garden.
You will walk to the “Swimming Hole” which is up the hill behind the Event Center. You will see the Chapel in the Trees behind the swimming hole. Cross the bridge and come on up!

If it is raining, we will practice at the event center. **If there is lightning, class will not take place.

Poster for a July 3–4, 2026 celebration in Downtown Brevard: two days of music, food, craft beer & vendors.
July 4th Celebration in Downtown Brevard
July 3rd – 4th

Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Brevard with an expanded two-day celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Festivities begin on Friday, July 3, 2026, with an evening street festival on East Main Street featuring local vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, and live music—setting the stage for a full day of community celebration on July 4.

On Saturday, July 4, downtown will come alive with a full street festival from morning through evening. The day begins with the Transylvania County Farmers Market and continues with craft, retail, food, and nonprofit vendors throughout downtown. Visitors can enjoy live music, a classic car show, a youth bike parade, and family activities including a foam party and mini golf. Patriotic traditions will also take center stage with a flag raising ceremony, a reading from the Declaration of Independence, and a community birthday cake celebration.

Additional highlights include a beer garden, Rocky’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, an old-time street dance with live bluegrass music, and plenty of opportunities to explore downtown shopping and dining. The evening concludes with live music leading into a spectacular fireworks display after dark.

Learn More

Promotional graphic for Deerwood Reserve: Summer Special — 30% off and a free s’mores kit; code SUMMER30; valid through 7/31/2026.

Travel on a Budget This Summer!

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 July 31st and receive 30% off the nightly rate & a free s’mores kit! Use code SUMMER30 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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