Entries by Rick Davis

Becca & Alex ~ April Wedding

When Becca and Alex began searching for a wedding venue, they knew exactly what they wanted: a full weekend celebration where their favorite people could stay together, connect, and truly experience the wedding as more than just a single evening. The inspiration came from a wedding they attended in Mendoza, Argentina, where guests stayed together […]

Ashlynn & Dennis ~ December Wedding

Ashlynn & Dennis’ wedding weekend embodied everything that makes a celebration at Hawkesdene so personal. Their closest family and friends were invited to share in a full weekend of connection, celebration, and unhurried time together – moments to relax, slow down, and step away from everyday life. Ashlynn began the special day in the bridal […]

Kimri & KaMar ~ September Wedding

Kimri and KaMar’s wedding is one that reflects how people who have been married at Hawkesdene, or simply have experienced a wedding here, can influence other couples to celebrate their special day here as well. Kimri and KaMar first heard about Hawkesdene at a casual dinner with friends. Upon the mention of their engagement their […]

Rachael & Ryan ~ July Wedding

Smiles and sunshine abound as Rachael & Ryan’s July wedding weekend kicked off! Her bridesmaids wore sky blue and the groomsmen came dressed in formal attire. The couple chose our new ceremony location on the grounds of the Reception Gallery, with it’s massive stone slab and beautiful backdrop of tall trees. Happy flowers in pastel […]

Lindsey & Heidi ~ January Wedding

With Hawkesdene located in the southeast, winters are often mild, making a January wedding with us a fun reunion-style event at off-peak rates. Lindsey & Heidi took advantage of the cooler temps to break out their jewel-toned velvet dresses, boots and cozy furs. We especially loved Lindsey’s non-traditional lavender & cream wedding dress. Their special […]

Annie & Steve ~ August Wedding

Annie and Steve’s Hawkesdene wedding weekend is one to remember, for its garden theme highlighting the bold colors of dresses, floral designs, bouquets, hanging flowers and greenery, including color-coordinated flowers in Annie’s hair. Classical music provided the perfect mood for the ceremony with live music and dancing for the reception, which was both fun and […]

Jennifer & Brad ~ April Wedding

Spring is here and the grounds at Hawkesdene are in beautiful seasonal bloom. The warming months of natural rebirth always brings with it the excitement of seeing signs of winter fade away. Thus, it is only appropriate to for us to feature a lovely couple who married here in March and were given the gift […]

Tara & Ryan ~ November Wedding

It is during the Fall season at Hawkesdene and throughout the mountains of Western North Carolina when the treetops change color from summer green to deep browns, reds, yellows and shades in between. Visitors from all around flock to these mountains just to witness this mesmerizing seasonal shift. Tara and Ryan, Hawkesdene’s November couple, and […]

Kristy & Nick ~ March Wedding

We never know where our inspiration will come from for our Hawkesdene Opus Newsletter, but when we saw Kristy’s pale pink chiffon and lace dress we knew it was the picture of spring! The perfect color to match with the blooms on the trees and flowers around the estate. Adding to the whimsy were flower […]

Anna & Jason ~ December Wedding

As lovers of color ourselves, we thought this wedding really took color coordination to a memorable level. The hues perfectly complimented the colors of the scenic views around them. And Vesic Photography was quite the savvy choice to deliver their special day in pictures. Hooman Vesic is truly magical behind his camera. It’s clear to […]