As May got closer and it became apparent that we had to postpone our wedding plans, the team at Cedar Lakes was amazing. xo, Tina We got married on Flag Day and she knew we loved patriotic themes, so for the food pavilion she made us a gorgeous reclaimed wood flag. For now just want to write a glowing review although that doesn't even seem like enough. She helped organize and run the day, which made it so much easier to relax and enjoy myself. out that they were booked every weekend we were interested in. Accommodations: They have an array of housing options which was great for our friends and our elderly guests. We wanted a romantic ceremony tucked in the trees near the lake and a big rowdy reception with wild flowers and candle light. Everyone came together over the daytime activities at CLE, including a zipline, lawn games, canoeing, and the infamous blob. Our expectations were blown away by the CLE team. You get that same welcome here at Cedar Lakes. Chef Lisa's food was out of this world. I know this is seemingly impossible, but the entire weekend went off without a hitch and was better than we ever could have imagined. You could tell everything was homemade and made with pride, from homemade pizzas for a casual lunch the day before to bouillabaisse and braised short ribs for the reception. Being conscious about pricing, I was able to find a range for what to expect - all websites ranged from 10k for venue, s My Husband and I got married at Cedar Lakes in July of 2015 and it was truly everything we envisioned for our wedding. Interested in learning more or booking an event or getaway? My job was soooo much easier because every angle is picturesque. 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. My fianc and I kept our date in a tiny ceremony with our immediate family back home, but we drove out the next day to have our honeymoonat our wedding venue. This is something you could never get from your typical venue. The wedding lodging says they can accommodate 100 people however, you can only comfortably fit 28-30 people. Yeah, me neither. Within 5 minutes of being on premises we were cutting them a check for the deposit. Lisa's food was incredible and our guests are still talking about it. Thank you a million times again. I know we're biased, but we also know it's true :) Food: BEYOND - just honestly, some of the best farm-to-table presentation and taste we've ever seen, let alone seen at a wedding. if my words in this review are strong enough to express how unbelievable and fabulous the entire weekend was. The staff were all consummate professionals, and the Karvellas sisters were a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. My wedding was the absolute best day of my life and I cannot thank the staff at Cedar Lakes enough. Opening the doors to the lakeside cabin festooned with flowers from our beloved photographer, Afrik Armando, and florist, Faye and Renee (who had already surprised us by coming up to MA and decorating the house for our covid wedding?!? From the rehearsal dinner to the goodbye brunch everything was picture perfect. There is no where like Cedar Lakes Estate. I hope this is helpful in your planning process - good luck!!! Our wedding was literal magic. There is truly something magical about Cedar Lakes Estate. All in all, we looked at a lot of venues, and I cannot imagine having had our wedding anywhere else. This is a family owned full service operation and they couldn't be lovelier. Frankly, we worried that was a mistake as we got close to our wedding day -- after we had experienced CLE's hospitality a few times, our expe My husband and I got married at CLE on June 8 2019 and it was the most magical day (and weekend) of our lives and have been told the same from several guests - even married ones. You won't be sorry. The bride was married on the top of a hill on the backside of the estate which overlooked the entire valley. So we scheduled a visit and spent the day visiting the camp. The grounds are huge and just breathtaking - there's a private lake on site, a huge barn, plus other unique dwellings, 2 pools, and an incredible scenic mountaintop. Our guests couldn't stop talking about the scenery, the the activities, the attention to detail and on and on. No, the entire weekend Chef Lisa Karvellas went above and beyond with her intimate touches and made the food a roaring hit. Wedding Venue Review: Cedar Lakes Estate in the Hudson Valley Our wedding planning book is here! If they would have let me, I would have moved into one of the new cottageswhen youre there, you just feel at home. (incredible) I couldn't have imagined a more perfect setting for the ceremony. If you are looking for a rustic outdoor weekend wedding destination, I cannot say enough great things about Cedar Lakes Estate. This will forever be one of our favorite places on earth. Cedar Lakes Estate is available for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. The service was unbelievable- my husband, myself, our family, our bridal party, and our guests all felt so incredibly taken care of every second of our stay. Stephanie is the coordinator/planner. The landscaping of the venue was amazing. Elegant crystal chandeliers complete the splendid effect. CLE is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to, and there is no detail l Cedar Lakes Estate went far beyond our expectations. You can feel it right away, and it stays with you. On WeddingWire since 2013. The venue, the staff, the food, all the events.. we keep getting nonstop compliments on it all! If you're reading this, you're probably where I was last summer - recently engaged (or to be honest, about to be engaged), looking for a unique wedding venue, and trying to decide if Cedar Lakes is really as special as it looks online and worth Cedar Lakes Estate is an amazing place for a wedding! (please be sure to check your spam folder after inquiring, as sometimes our responses get lost in the junk pile!) It's hard to imagine many venues where the owner and event coordinator double as care taker for the bride. My daughter and her husband wanted a venue where family and friends could celebrate with them for a whole weekend in a relaxed, casual outdoor setting, while having their ceremony and recept From the moment we chose Cedar Lakes as our wedding venue we knew it was going to be a dream come true. A huge thanks to Stephanie and Lisa!!!!! Not to mention Brian, Amanda, Charlie and the nearly 100 other members of the team who made sure the weekend went off without a hitch. 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. tings and luxury accommodations, plus 5 star food, this is the place for you. Our guests were floored by the perfectly groomed grounds, the attentive staff, the 5 star restaurant cuisine and the unique weekend that was offered to our guests. Stephanie prepared all the luxury cottages onsite to be occupied by our bridal party and close family. We are still on cloud nine over a month later and couldn't be happier with the entire Cedar Lakes team. Cedar Lakes Estate offers picturesque indoor and outdoor event spaces. ion locations and the genuine, loving family that runs it. These girls know exactly what they are doing. Her attention to detail was impeccable. I wouldnt say I am a bridezilla, but I have a vision and a particular style. 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. Best food you will ever eat at a wedding. Cedar Lakes embodies everything that is loving and beautiful and peaceful. They even offered to host us for our would- be wedding weekend as a little honoring of what had been planned. We got all of this and then some. I fell in love immediately and told my then boyfriend I had found our wedding venue. This review is long overdue! The food, the grounds, the kindness of the staff and ownersall of this came together to make a remarkable day and quite an impression. If you're looking for a lovely, rustic outdoor location where you can celebrate for days with all of your family and friends, this is the place for you. This fee, as noted, would only include one day, not the entire weekend as mentioned prior. We searched for over a year to find the perfect venue. They made me feel so clam, so relaxed and so happy the entire weekend! Wedding packages at Cedar Lakes Estate are available in various packages. We wanted an after-party in a laidback setting with a campfire and s'mores and we wanted a poolside Sunday morning brunch. 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. 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 People will also see the ups and downs of this price because this is not fixed by the official. 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. You'll fall in love. The staff never stops, if they can accommodate you they will! 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. To be honest, we haven't even gotten married here yet. We are forever grateful and cannot wait to visit for years to come! Whether your dream wedding event is an intimate gathering or a large soire, this elegant property offers rustic elegance in a natural, private setting. We are more than pleased with their service and accommodations. for your wedding. IT COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE PERFECT!!!!! I just can't put into words what a great time we and all of our guests had. Their attention to detail was perfect. Cedar Lakes Estate offers a range of wedding packages to suit a range of budgets and requirements. 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.