We were able to use multiple venues on the grounds to showcase different sessions of our event allowing us to really be honored in a way one could only dream of. For now just want to write a glowing review although that doesn't even seem like enough. One of the best things about a wedding here is that it enables you to provide your guests with a whole weekend of beauty and fun, without an asinine amount of effort. ell in love with the estate as much as we did. Value: Although the venue was definitely at the top of our budget, it was worth absolutely every penny. Whether your wedding calls for grandeur or intimacy, we guarantee, with unwavering assurance, that Cedar Lakes Estate will host the wedding of your dreams. erall experience for vendors and guests alike were once in a lifetime. not have been more helpful throughout the entire weekend, always there to direct, assist, or lend a hand. What makes it all worth it is having everyone together in one place for the weekend. My husband and I really planned everything on our own, and I think they didn't know what to expect being at a "camp" all weekend. There is truly something magical about this place; the feeling is tangible! We had found the best venue and a second family! In summary, my frustration stems from the misleading communication on pricing and the general lack of high quality amenities for the asking price. Fill out this form to tell us more about what you're looking for! The property itself is expansive and stunningly beautiful, but not in an overly manicured way. I was devastated until I saw the stunningly beautiful transformation that took place in the Pavillon. Stephanie is the coordinator/planner. She saw to it that not only did the event run smoothly but that all needs of our guests were met. However you choose to savor the Hudson River Valley, Cedar Lakes Estate is a haven for those seeking a return to pristine simplicity. w that there were a ton of logistics to coordinate, but if you are more of a DIY bride, then having a wedding planner isn't 100% necessary. When my fiance and I were finally able to visit the venue for ourselves Stephanie gave us the full tour, despite having already spent so much time showing my parents around. The flowers and her personal touches made the day feel so intimate and personal. At Cedar Lakes, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality of service, care and personalization, which is why we only host a select number of weddings each year. Sounds like someone might HAVE to rethink their business model. Uncover the splendor of the Hudson Valley on our 500-acre estate, just 70 miles from New York City. We are still over the moon with the entire experience and cannot wait to return!! n and we couldn't have made a better decision. There are private luxury cottages available for about 30 people or so, with the rest of our guests given the option to stay in camper style cabins. As soon as I told Stephanie the news, she immediately offered to let us transfer everything to the only remaining date they had for the rest of the year in October. A two-hour photo session with your photographer for engagement or pre-wedding photos. Cedar Lakes Estate is a modern waterfront wedding venue located in Port Jervis, New York. If you're looking for a wedding mill with set menus and a handful of events each weekend then this is not the place for you. ew, the management. ); we officially signed our wedding papers in the garden, had rehearsal dinner in the pavilion with the nice smores station over the fire pit afterwards; The next day we got married atop of the mountain with the most gorgeous view; We hired an acoustic guitar player for the ceremony. cottages, houses, bunks all beautifully appointed and so comfortable for our guests of all ages. Can't wait to shoot there again. Boy, what a disappointment. On my first visit at CLE, I fell in love and my imagination went wild with ideas for my wedding- but on that first visit, I never could have imagined how amazing my actual wedding would have been. Best Place Ever! They are also willing to add special foods that you love to your Wedding Weekend to make it more personalized. My wedding was the absolute best day of my life and I cannot thank the staff at Cedar Lakes enough. It's not even fair to call this some of the best "wedding food" we've eaten - it was some of the best food we've had, period. The property is also fabulous everything is within walking distance, and our guests loved being outside with lake and mountain views. We offer full service catering both for on-site events and for off-premise ones. They went above and beyond to give us the wedding weekend of our dreams, and they even managed to surpass every single one of our expectations. You will not find another wedding venue so special that every person giving a speech notices & thanks the staff or a place where the owner personally makes you your martini's during your wedding because you liked hers the best. All in all the weekend was the experience of a life time for us, and the beautiful bride and groom. Our expectations were blown away by the CLE team. Lisa Karvellas is a talented chef who unfortunately works at a place where her talents will never be recognized. That is exactly what we got. The food truly farm to table and spectacular and the Our wedding at Cedar Lakes was AWESOME! Instead of worrying if everyone else was ok, or if everything was running smoothly, we were able to actually just be in the moment and enjoy every second. She worked with us on choosing menu items that suited our tastes and everything was exquisite. I know this is seemingly impossible, but the entire weekend went off without a hitch and was better than we ever could have imagined. Our guests were so impressed with the magnificent venue, the delicious food, and the overall impeccable hospitality of CLE. The pandemic postponed our May 9th wedding to the next year. What we saw from Stephanie and Lisa and the rest of the CLE team was pure professionalism with humanity and kindness behind it. Before we talk about Cedar lakes estate cost, let's first find out if your wedding is an intimate event, a big party, a rural setting, natural or private. You can feel it right away, and it stays with you. Everyone could not help but notice the impeccable service, the attention to detail and the quality of every meal. Retreat from your hectic life at Cedar Lakes Estate. This made my the happiest, since I couldn't wait to share what I already knew about this special venue with everyone. Food: When serving at a camp to over 220+ you would expect standard wedding food. Our experience was so amazing in large part because of the family that runs the venue. Cedar Lakes Estate offers a range of wedding packages to suit a range of budgets and requirements. The rental agreement per hour starts at $400 to $700. best event food they had ever had.best food they have ever had period! I can't say enough good things about the food! There is a serene lake at the center of the estate and it is surrounded by cabins ranging rustic to modern chic and can accommodate providing great opportunities for "getting ready" shots. Imbibe the delicious mountain air and savor the areas many wondrous delights as you begin the next chapter of your wonderful love story. The full-restored, temperature-controlled Barn is the propertys centerpiece. They made me feel so clam, so relaxed and so happy the entire weekend! Specialties: Romantic getaway. We loved that the recreational side of the camp was away from the beauty in which you were surrounded by for the entire weekend but had the option to use. MAGICAL!! The chance to have non-wedding-reception other meals throughout the weekend give you the chance to visit with guests more. We were supposed to get married in August, but had to cancel our wedding due to an an unexpected family emergency. GO Home New York Weddings New York Wedding Venues Engagement Engagement Rings Engagement Proposals Ceremony + Reception Real Weddings Etiquette & Advice Invites Ceremony & Vows Wedding Reception Wedding Decor Wedding Songs Wedding Food & Drinks They were available to answer any questions I had (and I had a lot of them). (Another CLE perk: The option to have your rehearsal dinner at a gorgeous long wooden table in a garden lit by twinkle lights and surrounded by flowers and fresh veggies - very reminiscent of a dinner in the Italian countryside and exactly what we had hoped for.) The service team were like ninjas- you looked around and could barely tell that anyone was there, but the second you needed a thing, they were right by your side with smiles on their faces. There's really no place like it. Every detail for our wedding (10.19.19) from the extraordinary food to the cozy, welcoming cabins to the stunning property was handled flawlessly, and our guests fell in love with the estate as much as we did. It warms our hearts to hear over and over from our guests, even to this day, that it was the most fun they've ever had at a wedding. They helped us create the ultimate camp weekend, customizing every detail of our nearly 300-guest, 4-day wedding. Stephanie and Lisa Karvellas went above and beyond anything we could have hoped for in making the entire weekend spectacular! Property: The perfect mix of laid back 'camp' & outdoors feel with upscale touches and amazing amenities. not only delicious but beautifully presented. if my words in this review are strong enough to express how unbelievable and fabulous the entire weekend was. It was a remarkable weekend in every single way. The moment we found Cedar Lake Estates we knew it would be the perfect place to have our dream wedding. My husband and I, our families and our guests continue to talk about how the meals were some of the best we have ever had, which is normally not the case at a wedding. A dedicated Adams Estate Venue Liaison. They treated every guest like family and every event went off exactly as planned. If you are looking for a rustic outdoor weekend wedding destination, I cannot say enough great things about Cedar Lakes Estate. This was just the beginning of the CLE team going above and beyond to accommodate us and our needs. They make planning simple and enjoyable and ensure you go into the weekend confident it will be perfect. I can truly say I wouldn't change one thing about my experience working with the team and the venue - I wish I could do it over and over again! We got all of this and then some. 100/100 A++. complete cheesy camp outfits and kickball (with a keg :-) and of course the awesome blob in the lake (if you dont know what this is look it up; people will talk about your wedding being the coolest ever for having this!!! Some of the most hard working and lovely people who truly made sure that the weekend went on without a hitch! We are more than pleased with their service and accommodations. Events like this are once in a lifetime and the memories are priceless. I HIGHLY recommend this location for your wedding. The accommodations are as gorgeous and comfortable as they look and each and every guest had an amazing time and experience on the grounds. Absolutely everything the team did ahead of and during the weekend resulted in our wedding weekend being even more perfect than we could ever have imagined. The centerpiece of the estate, the gorgeous refurbished barn, hosted the reception. e thing that I could complain about. They were gracious and attentive to our friends and families, and made sure that everyone had a wonderful experience throughout the weekend. All of the vendors that Cedar Lakes works with are all artists of their own and really showcase how much they care and love giving you the best day that you can. To the entire Cedar Lakes team, thank you all for delivering the best possible weekend wedding ever. I have had multiple family and friends tell me that our Wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to. Hands down the best wedding I've ever photographed was hosted at Cedar Lakes Estate by the Karvellas family. I couldn't have written the day more perfectly if I had tried. I couldn't have had my wedding at a more perfect place. And best of all, they really made the weekend personalized for us - they were super supportive of our personal touches and came up with great ideas based on what we were hoping to achieve. It has now been 2 months since my wedding, and I absolutely can not stop thinking about it. ctations were through the roof. All the cabins were in great shape and each person who stayed felt apart of the weekend. Whether you're looking for a simple ceremony and reception or a full-service wedding experience, Cedar Lakes Estate has got you covered. (Read Luxury Glamping, but not Country Club Stuffy). The entire camp for the WEEKEND is $19,500 + another $25,000 for added weekend meals (required). Once the Friday of the wedding weekend arrived, everything from the grounds to the amenities to the cabins to the staff was absolutely lovely and perfect! On this Yelp.com review, one member who did receive quote was quoted $8,000 for the rental fee only. My job was a breeze, I enjoyed every minute, and best of all there were all smiles in my photos! This fee, as noted, would only include one day, not the entire weekend as mentioned prior. There are hotels nearby for those who aren't too keen on camping, but for the friends and family who like to stay in big cabins with all their loved ones and don't mind bringing their sleeping bags and pillows, it's a great place. Since we live overseas Stephanie and Lisa met with my parents on site several times and spent many hours figuring out how to help us throw a weekend-long Kosher and observant Jewish event. And since then, each day brought some new fresh discovery on the property, a new aspect of the place to appreciate. It was a perfect setting for the type of atmosphere my wife and I were wishing for. I'm writing this review to inform other brides-to-be on the ACTUAL price so they can be more aware of what this venue is asking for. Sign up on The Knot to reach more couples and book more weddings! ne was happy and had what they needed. at the two hotels that are about 15 minutes away. Thank you a million times again. There are plenty of pro places with beautiful vistas and good food, but you wont find a team like this who live and breathe generosity in their hearts. All along, we wanted our We got married at Cedar Lakes Estate in October 2017 and have not stopped smiling since. But it was through the pop-up dinners that we really started to feel like we were starting to get to know the place. The wedding exceeded all expectations. From the moment you pass through the gates you know you are in for a treat. Cedar Lakes Estate Is the Ultimate Weekend Wedding Venue Samantha Garbarini July 7, 2017 Why We Love It There's no other venue in the Hudson Valley quite like it. Our friends and family are still telling us our wedding was the best they've ever been to (not something you hear every day), and we know this wouldn't be the case if it had been anywhere else. But the compliments and oooohs and aaaahs and pics from friends were beyond. Every little thing was executed in the most perfect way and we cannot wait to continue to come back to CLE for many years to relive our special weekend! Decor: We used Meg Low at That Time Events and could not have been happier. And a few months later, many of them continue to say that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever been too. Inquire Today We are still riding high off the happiness of the event, and CLE was instrumental in helping us bring our wedding vision to life. Lisa came up with the most amazing Nashville inspired menu that completely captured exactly what I wanted. I wouldnt say I am a bridezilla, but I have a vision and a particular style. It was some of the best food we've ever had, and 100% far and away the best wedding food on earth. Our cabin was imaculate ! The entire camp for the DAY is around $9,500. Every guest will rave about the food. Plated dinner options include a selection of fresh salads, delicious swordfish, handmade cannelloni, and more. The food was amazing. We opted for the stations rather than sit down and I was so happy because it let people continue to mingle, enjoy the photo booth, and eat to their hearts content! Another sister serves as a wedding coordinator - she worked with us every step of the way and addressed every one of our concerns. Some highlights include: a day with my guests floating at the pool and blobbing on the lake, my rehearsal dinner with homemade flavored marshmallows for s'more, golf carting around the beautiful camp grounds, my ceremony with the most spectacular views of the Hudson, the absolutely most incredibly delicious food ( fried chicken and waffles apps, tomato soup with mini grilled cheese, chocolate cookies with a shot of milk, red velvet cake in mason jars), cocktail hour with specialty drinks by the lake, my first dance under 9 spectacularly beautiful chandeliers in the gorgeous rustic barn, after party at the tree house with a bonfire. The food on Friday, Saturday and Sunday was some of the best food I have ever had. In addition to lovely event spaces and accommodations, the service and food provided by CLE cannot be outdone. Depending on the size of the wedding and the season, wedding packages vary from $250 for a single-bedroom cottage to $500 for a three-bedroom suite. And, of course, the setting is incredible! I feel so lucky that I've gotten to experience how special it is in many different capacities & left feeling like family every single time. At brunch on that Sunday morning post-wedding, they were just gushing over how fantastic everything was (and trust us, they're not the type to say things just to make us feel good). Breathtaking. They were so easy to work with and their entire family was so warm and inviting. Located in Port Jervis, New York, this sprawling estate sits on 75 acres of pristine land and . The staff never stops, if they can accommodate you they will! Stephanie "kept the lights on" for us to tour the venue late one Tuesday evening, and we were instantly hooked. s said that ours was the best wedding they'd ever attended and a handful of our unmarried friends had so much fun that they claim they want to get married at Cedar Lakes as well This is a unique aspect of Cedar Lakes that you can't get other places. endexcellent home made food, one-of-a-kind venues for different weekend events, activities for everyone, comfortable accommodations that enabled all of our friends and family to be together, and an amazing staff that made us feel that the place was our own. Our group required some special attentiveness- lots of eating/health restrictions, some older attendees, and my husband, who had broken his leg in January and was still recovering from the incident (we were unsure until about 3 weeks prior to the wedding if he'd even be able to walk down the aisle!) No question was too small for them to answer, I never felt that I was bothering them, and in fact, I looked forward to every phone call, email, and site visit because I just LOVED working with those ladies. They think of everything, take care of everything, and it turns out to be even more perfect than we could have ever imagined it to be. Cedar Lakes Estate is the perfect setting for a dream wedding. You will need to rent some items like chairs, tables, and china if you want to go high-end. They worked with us to find a new date in 2021 that felt safe. If youre having your wedding here, don't forget to rent the carts they have available. Cedar Lakes definitely provides that plus much much more. There is a beautiful bar, and all of the tables and chairs are rustic and perfect for the setting. Sample menus are available; the culinary team can also create personalized menu items that celebrate the regions delicious bounty. It was just the perfect weekend and Stephanie and Lisa made it happen. The different tiers allowed for true campers all the way to a higher end "glamping" option in brand new bungalows. and of course the BARN!! Enjoy pristine basketball and tennis hardcourts, plus impeccably maintained volleyball, kickball, softball and football fields. It was truly perfect, in every sense of the word. The setting is breath taking, the food is gourmet, the care and attention to detail from the planner Stephanie is immaculate and the ov Cedar Lakes hosted our dream wedding this October. I am an event stylist & florist. They made everything personal to us and by the end of the weekend we really felt like they were a part of our family.

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