Hawkesdene

Hawkesdene is a 70-acre private estate tucked in the mountains of Andrews, North Carolina, bordered by the Nantahala National Forest. The estate opened as a bed-and-breakfast in 1995 and has grown into a full-service exclusive-use venue for destination weddings, family reunions, and corporate retreats. The Main House, Phillips House, twelve cottages, and a studio together provide 44 bedrooms accommodating 88 to 122 overnight guests. Two dedicated celebration venues serve ceremonies and receptions of up to 125 guests. The Open Air Pavilion is a 2,500-square-foot covered space set along Phillips Creek, equipped with a stone fireplace, full kitchen, premium bar, and a high-end sound system suited for live music or DJ. The Art Gallery is a newly constructed 5,000-square-foot reception hall on Colvard Creek, featuring 14-to-20-foot ceilings, expansive glass walls, a contemporary art collection, and indoor and outdoor bar areas. All meals are prepared on-site from scratch using seasonal, locally grown ingredients — a farm-to-table culinary program led by proprietor Phil Rampy, who brings more than 30 years of restaurant and catering experience. Accommodations, dining, wedding coordination, day-of coordination, and decor are all included with the estate rental.