Weddings are an occasion of unity. They bring together the happy couple but they also bring together family and friends who may not get to see each other but this one time in years. Gathering all of these people under one roof makes for the best memories.

You and your wedding party can take advantage of this time in the High Country. below are just a few of the High Country’s best for bachelorette weekends and celebrations.

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There’s nothing like a local and family owned vineyard. Grandfather Vineyard is perfect for a girls day out. Sip one of four wines on tap while enjoying the mountain views.

There is sure to be something for every taste fresh off the vines.

A perfect place for you and your girls to talk and take in the mountain views.

Found in an old Textile Mil, Main St. Antique & Design Gallery is home to hundreds of vendors with assortments of antiques, vintage goods, art, clothing, jewelry, accessories and more.

This Antique building brings the experience to life from the moment you walk in. Under one roof you can enjoy a nice lunch with the girls at The Barcelona Burger and Beer Garden and the delicious Aliño Pizzeria just a few steps over.

For the more adventurous group, take the girls off the grid. At Off the Grid Mountain Adventures you and your bridal party can get up close and personal with the nature of the High Country. Explore through scheduled UTV Tours, Go-Kart Racing or even Zip Line through the High Country Mountains in one of two locations at Elizabethton, TN or Banner Elk, NC.

This is sure to be a bachelorette party activity to remember.

Top off your girls weekend with a relaxing spa day at one of the many resorts spread along the High Country. Westglow Resort & Spa, The Spa at Chetola Resort, and day spas such as the Serenity Day Spa are just to name a few.

Nothing like that pre-wedding glow brought to you by relaxing time in good company.


The Barn on New River hosts elegant weddings and parties near one of the oldest rivers in the world; the South Fork of the New River. You will not find another property as remarkable as ours. It hosts a 4900 square foot barn with 30’ ceilings on 100 beautiful acres and a cabin and honeymoon suite.  We’re located in the High Country in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone and West Jefferson North Carolina. Take a deeper look at the venue, availability, and packages.