Each and every season on our property is truly filled with its own beauty, and summer is no exception. In fact, Overlook Barn was actually born in the midst of summer. Our owners Katie and David had the first wedding there in August 2015—so you know summertime holds a special place in our hearts here at Overlook. Whether you’ve been dreaming of a beautiful summer wedding in the North Carolina mountains, or you’re not quite sure what that looks like, consider this your guide to Overlook Barn weddings in the summertime.
Perfect Golden Hour Shots
With summer comes longer days and later sunsets, which means ample time to take photos in the warm, golden sunlight. The Overlook Barn property has no shortage of stunning locations for a photo op, with our 40-mile views and the beauty of nature surrounding you.
Comfortable Temperatures
While most places in the summer might be scorching, many people come to our fun mountain town to escape the heat. Being that we’re at an elevation of over 5,000 feet, we rarely have humidity or temperatures above 80 degrees on our property. Even in the middle of summer you and your loved ones will be comfortable outside in the fresh mountain air. We’ve even seen couples set up lawn games outdoors for their guests to play during cocktail hour, so they can continue to enjoy the breezy weather and views before the reception kicks off.
Guest Entertainment
We’re nestled on the top of Beech Mountain in the destination town of Banner Elk, NC. Guests will love to visit the area because summer in Banner Elk means tons of activities for them to not just visit, but vacation. Golf courses, restaurants, breweries and wineries, hiking trails, ziplining, and many other outdoor activities await them—all within just miles of the property! Your guests will love spending time in this amazing area no matter the season, but something about summer makes sipping a glass of wine or playing a round of golf while looking over the beautiful mountains feel even better.
Warm, bright, lush, and beautiful, there’s nothing quite like summer in the mountains. We can’t wait to see what magic our summer couples bring!