Wedding Packages at The Fork Inn and the amazing Big East Fork Valley
The Fork Inn hosts destination weddings within a protected 3000-acre gorgeous forested valley. The cost for the venues and lodging varies depending upon the number of guests and lodgings rented. Selected vendors provide meals and tent/table set-up. Scroll down to see some catering options.
Possible scenario:
Arriving Friday, you have several hours (with the help of an on-site wedding coordinator) to make your wedding dreams a reality. After the decorations are up, the wedding party enjoys a picture-perfect rehearsal dinner in the Lake Gratitude Pavillion. Aferwards the bridal party makes the short trip back to the four bedroom Center Lodge for the evening. Likewise, the groom’s party retreats to the six bedroom Lakeside Lodge across the road. Guests may rent rooms at the Castle, Pond Cottage, Mansion-in-the-Woods, Love Shack, Lake Trail Lodge, or Blackberry House
Center Lodge Wedding Venue
On Saturday, the festivities begin! The bride and groom get ready with their closest friends and family at their respective lodges, and when the time comes, the groom and his entourage head over to Center Lodge to join the arriving guests, who are greeted by our parking attendants and further assisted as necessary by our wedding staff. After a ceremony next to the pond, guests are escorted to a fairytale dinner in the Solarium, followed by dancing in the Creekside Pavillion. A gorgeous, easy flow throughout the farm for a romantic wedding amongst the trees. We’re so honored to be part of your big day!
The Solarium
NOTE: For over 50 guests, dinner will be held in large tents on the lawn, opening the Solarium for whatever use you can dream up!
Optional Add-on: Sunday morning, up to 20 of your remaining guests gather back at Lakeside Lodge for a send-off brunch at Lake Gratitude.
Lake Gratitude Pavillion
The Overlook & Hallelujah Hollow - home (from 1969- 1971) of romantic singer-songwriter of that greatest of song, Leonard Cohen
Perfect for: Elopement, Vow Renewal, Engagement Photoshoot, Proposal
HOURLY PACKAGE:
Looking to escape for a couple of hours to share a special moment with a few of your closest friends and family? Let us help! Come to Big East Fork and hike to one of the two destinationsbelow. You will be greeted by one of our on-site staff at a location with restrooms, so you can prepare to be without them for as long as you need. When you’re ready, we’ll happily guide you to the location of your choice, but there’s a catch (isn’t there always?): you can’t tell anyone where it is, because it’s our secret special place, and if you tell, we can’t be friends anymore, which would be a bummer, because we really like you.
Hourly Rate: $250 (min. 2 hours)
Maximum Capacity: 10
Barn by the Creek
Weddings (20 to 50 persons) $10,000 - minus refund when your guests rent rooms with us
Lodgings for 2 nights: Center Lodge and Lakeside Lodge (8+ bedrooms)
Rehearsal Dinner at Lakeside Pavillion (or Lakeside Lodge)
Ceremony by Pine Lake
Dinner in Solarium
Reception at Farm Pavillion (Tables and chairs included)
Wedding Coordinator
Add-on Send-off Brunch (TBD)
Cleaning and trash removal
1 portable toilet
Weddings (51 to 100 persons) $14,000 minus refund when your guests rent rooms with us
Lodging for 2 nights: Center Lodge and Lakeside Lodge (10+ bedrooms)
Rehearsal Dinner venue at Lakeside Pavillion (or Lakeside Lodge)
Ceremony venue by Center Lake
Dinner venue in tent and the Solarium
Dinner reception venue at Creekside Pavillion and Tent (Tables and chairs included)
Wedding Coordinator (two hours of consultation)
2 portable toilets
Add-on Send-off Brunch (TBD)
15% discount on additional Lodging for your guests
Weddings (101 to 150 persons) $18,000 minus refund when your guests rent rooms with us
Lodging for 2 nights: Center Lodge and Lakeside Lodge, (10+ bedrooms).
Rehearsal Dinner at Lakeside Pavillion (or Lakeside Lodge)
Ceremony by Pine Lake
Dinner in Wedding tent by Solarium
Reception at Farm Pavillion and Wedding Tent (Tables and chairs included)
Wedding Coordinator, staffing, and parking attendant
Add-on Send-off Brunch (TBD)
3 portable toilets
15% discount on additional Lodging for your guests
Weddings (151 to 200 persons) $24,000 minus refund when your guests rent rooms with us
Lodging for 2 nights: Center Lodge, Lakeside Lodge, Castle (14+ bedrooms)
Rehearsal Dinner at Lakeside Pavillion (or Lakeside Lodge)
Ceremony by Pine Lake
Dinner in Wedding tent by Solarium
Reception at Farm Pavillion and Wedding Tent (Tables and chairs included)
Wedding Coordinator, staffing, and parking attendant
Add-on Send-off Brunch (TBD)
Cleaning and trash removal
3 portable toilets
Small Weddings (10 - 50 persons) at the Mansion-in-the-Woods; $7500 (10-30 persons); $9000 (31-50 persons)
Lodgings for 2 nights: Mansion-in-the-Woods (7+ bedrooms)
Reception dinner at Mansion
Add-on Send-off Brunch (TBD)
1 portable toilet
Event Catering
Heavy Hors d’oeuvres Only
Hot chicken & waffles w/spiced syrup $4
-Chicken and Honey Butter Biscuit $4
-Smoked Beef Tenderloin crostini with garlic chimichurri drizzle. $5 -Shrimp & grit bites $5
-BAM jam tart (vegetarian)$3
-Spice crusted tuna nachos $5
-Roasted corn hushpuppies w/ creole aioli $4
-Honey thyme roasted feta crackers $3
-Blackened shrimp cocktail w/ lemon & lime $4
-Caprese Salad Skewer (vegetarian)$3
-Smoked Salmon salad on cucumber $5
-Prosciutto wrapped melon $4
-Deviled Eggs with Candied Bacon + Peanuts $4
-Pork Nigiri with Sticky Rice $5
-Greek Gyro Bite with Tzatziki Drizzle $6
-BBQ meatballs $3
-Charcuterie/grazing table with assorted meats, fine cheeses, dips, butters, crackers, breads, dried and fresh fruit, nuts, pickled and fresh veggies $28/guest
-Dessert Charcuterie with assorted donuts, cookies, lemon bars, candies, truffles, fresh fruit and sweet dips/sauces $20/guest
Prices are per bite with the exception of the charcuteries.
Hors d’oeuvres + Dinner
Hors d'oeuvres (choose 2)
● Hot Chicken BBiscuits
● Jam Tomato Tarts (V)
● Greek Gyro Bites with Tzatziki
● BBQ Meatballs
● Smoked Salmon Salad with cucumber slide
● Caprese Salad Skewer
● Chicken & Waffle Skewer
Salads (please choose 1)
● ● ●
Main ● ●
Carolina Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Traditional Caesar Salad with Parm Crisp
Bibb and Beet Salad with a creamy goat cheese dressing
Entree: (please choose 1 or choose 2 and add $10/guest) SunDried Tomato Basil Chicken
Herb Roasted Chicken with Creamy Herb Jus
● Smoked Beef Tenderlion (add $8/guest)
● Herb Crusted Pork Loin
● Everything Crusted Salmon
● Pesto Broiled Shrimp
● Southern Style Fried Chicken
Sides (please choose 2)
● Confit Potatoes with Roasted Garlic Oil
● Roasted Broccoli Salad
● Braised Kale
● Asparagus Medley
● Pasta Pomodoro
● Seasonal Succotash
● Crispy Brussels with bacon and honey
Bread (please choose 1) Biscuits with Honey Butter Cornbread
Rolls
Beverages:
Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, Water (lemon slices)
Total cost $54/guest
Additional Options:
Dessert: (available for an additional $6/guest...please choose 1) Hot Chocolate Pie with Cinnamon Whip
Cheesecake with Strawberry Drizzle
Banana Pudding
Hot Beverage Station (available for an additional $12/guest) Coffee, Sugar, Splenda, Creamer, Non Dairy Creamer
Hot Chocolate, whipped cream, sprinkles
Tea, lemons, honey
White Disposable Hot Cups
Additional Info:
● Pricing is based on passed appetizers and a buffet style dinner service with high end
disposable products.
● Preset salad service is available for an additional $12/guest. (Salad plated, followed by buffet service)
● Plated dinner service is available for an additional $28/guest.
● White china plates, gold flatware and clear glassware can be provided for
additional $5/guest.
● Quote includes Accomplished Chef and one assistant onsite. An appropriate number of
professional servers depending on event size.
● Professional, Licensed Bartenders are available for an additional $250 (4 hour shift)
● Catering requires a 50% deposit upon booking. The remaining balance is
due no later than the day prior to the event.
With fifteen houses, cabins, and even a mansion, your Event can be as big and as private as your heart desires!
We are sure you have questions. Send them to: forkinnevents@gmail.com
DAY PACKAGE:
Looking for a rustic venue in the middle of paradise for your next gathering? You’ve found it! Come make memories in our Barn by the Creek at Big East Fork. Swing by the night before and let us help you unload. Don’t worry, we’ll greet you as early as 9AM the day of your event to help with whatever else you need – no detail is too small for this team!
Perfect for: Holiday Party, Baby Shower, Bridal Shower, Engagement Party, Company Celebration, etc.!
Maximum Capacity: 50
Included in Package: On-Site Coordinator, Tables, Chairs, Linens, Portable Restrooms, Set-Up,
Tear-Down, Cleaning
The Overlook & Hallelujah Hollow - home (from 1969- 1971) of romantic singer-songwriter of that greatest of song, Leonard Cohen
Perfect for: Elopement, Vow Renewal, Engagement Photoshoot, Proposal
HOURLY PACKAGE:
Looking to escape for a couple of hours to share a special moment with a few of your closest friends and family? Let us help! Come to Big East Fork and hike to one of the two destinationsbelow. You will be greeted by one of our on-site staff at a location with restrooms, so you can prepare to be without them for as long as you need. When you’re ready, we’ll happily guide you to the location of your choice, but there’s a catch (isn’t there always?): you can’t tell anyone where it is, because it’s our secret special place, and if you tell, we can’t be friends anymore, which would be a bummer, because we really like you.
Hourly Rate: $250 (min. 2 hours)
Maximum Capacity: 10
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