This is not your typical wedding factory and that's EXACTLY why we loved it so much. The chance to have dozens (or more) stay onsite with you. I have had multiple family and friends tell me that our Wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to. This will forever be one of our favorite places on earth. Hands down the best wedding I've ever photographed was hosted at Cedar Lakes Estate by the Karvellas family. Food and Drink | Cedar Lakes Estate Heather Waraksa Our Good Taste Extends to Your Plate FOOD & DRINK OPTIONS TO DINE FOR Our culinary philosophy demands that we do things the old fashioned wayslowly, thoughtfully, passionately and from scratch. 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. We feel like our time there was a transformational wedding gift. From the Lake to the Mountaintop Viewthe cabinsthe foodthe attentive staffour Wedding was more than we could ever imagine. She helped organize and run the day, which made it so much easier to relax and enjoy myself. It's worth it to note that we were going for a very rustic, unique, and fun wedding weekend and that's exactly what we got. The venue is gorgeous; nice family run business with all the personal touches. The centerpiece of the estate, the gorgeous refurbished barn, hosted the reception. By that point our relationship with Stephanie felt more like friendship than vendor and client. 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?!? And, of course, the setting is incredible! This is a unique aspect of Cedar Lakes that you can't get other places. site, and we could have an outdoor ceremony. Interested in learning more or booking an event or getaway? We are still riding high off the happiness of the event, and CLE was instrumental in helping us bring our wedding vision to life. portant to us and our relationship as well, and we wanted to be able to bring them all together in one place. We all wished we could have been guests at our own wedding because as the hosts you miss so much. The food was phenomenal. Sure, we got lucky with the weather, but nothing else was luck or chance. I am so grateful to have had our wedding and experience the magic that is CLE, LOVE IT!! We can't wait to come up there for a foody weekend and definitely can't wait to come up for someone else's The food was exceptional, and one of the dining highlights of the weekend was a custom cardamom-spiced fried chicken that Lisa created for our fusion menu blending the cuisines of India and the American South. and it was really awesome to follow along through the summer (on Instagram @thesistersofcedarlakes) to see how each couple made their wedding unique. No one will wait in line for a drink. The food is unbelievable. I don't even know where to begin to review this incredible venue where my daughter and now son-in-law had their wedding this past Oct 1. Aside from the natural beauty of the place, the team has done such an amazing job modernizing it. For now just want to write a glowing review although that doesn't even seem like enough. saw it. Aside from the stunning grounds & the phenomenal food, what sets CLE apart is the staff & the Karvellas family. Our ceremony was held on the mountaintop. After touring the unimpressive "estate", we got down to discussing pricing. Fill out this form to tell us more about what you're looking for! Family run CLE didn't just host our dream wedding, they made it personal and special and made us feel like ours was the only wedding they'd ever had the pleasure of planning. Stephanie is an incredibly talented logistics coordinator. 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. Lisa came up with the most amazing Nashville inspired menu that completely captured exactly what I wanted. They even offered to host us for our would- be wedding weekend as a little honoring of what had been planned. ion locations and the genuine, loving family that runs it. ell in love with the estate as much as we did. The Cedar Lakes head server reported to us that the bartenders were drinking the liquor we were required to provide, & that staff was getting drunk on the job. To say the CLE was accommodating would be an understatement. DIY encouraged: This privately owned estate allowed for all my DIY touches, no noise restrictions, beautiful accommodations on site. Our guests just raved about how much there was to do and most chose to spend the entire weekend either on site or nearby at the Hampton Inn. 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!) Lisa (the chef) came up with the most delicious creations the entire weekend and was SO accommodating to my guests who had eating restrictions- she even made me and my husband special root beer floats at the end of the night! CLE is rustic and unconventional in many ways, but still has all the luxuries and beauty of a more a traditional venue. Even when the rain plan was put in place, everyone kept a positive attitude and quickly changed the ceremony location from the amphitheater to the pavilion (which was beautiful!). Stephanie, however, promised to be in touch if anything changed, and as soon as she heard of a cancellation she made contact. Enjoy pristine basketball and tennis hardcourts, plus impeccably maintained volleyball, kickball, softball and football fields. The RSVP date for our guest to book their rooms was approved by management. The weather during our "second" wedding weekend was less than perfect, but it didn't matter at all because we were just so happy to be there and the CLE team turned a freezing torrential downpour into one of the coziest, most magical and one-of-a-kind weddings. It even rained our whole weekend, and yet we wouldn't have changed a thing! Some brides say they are relieved it is all overwe had the exact opposite feelingI never wanted that weekend to end. There are a few locations options to use for your ceremony at CLE - the Mountaintop, Amphitheater, Great Lawn, etc. The camp is not too large so you do not feel you're away from the action. The owners live in the lodge during the weekend of your wedding. From the moment we toured the property, we fell in love with the vast grounds, beautiful property, incredible ceremony and recept A few weeks before getting engaged I found Cedar Lakes Estate on Instagram after using a #outdoorwedding search. The food was beyond our expectations in taste , abundance and presentation. 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. staff is professional, warm and friendly. From the lake activities, the lodging, the food, to the beautiful setting, it was just perfect . All in all the weekend was the experience of a life time for us, and the beautiful bride and groom. Within 5 minutes of being on premises we were cutting them a check for the deposit. wedding so we can fully be present and enjoy all the things our guests enjoyed. Several of our guest Cedar Lakes Estate is located on amazingly beautiful property & the food is first rate! There are SO many options for how you can lay out your special day (inside, outside, pavilion, poolside, mountaintop, lakeside, to name just a few ) and if you have new ideas or thoughts the CLE team will make it happen, guaranteed. After doing some research online I knew I needed to see it in person. 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. You are surrounded by family, friends, nature, and it's own ecosystem (despite weather apps saying rain, there was no rain in site on our day). The food was amazing. The chance to have non-wedding-reception other meals throughout the weekend give you the chance to visit with guests more. The team, the space, the food everything is exactly what you want (and more!) They told us to reach out whenever we had questions, and they really meant it. 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. Having Your Wedding at Cedar Lakes Estate Touted by Architectural Digest as one of the world's 9 most beautiful cabin hotels, Cedar Lakes Estate is a stunning property to host your unique destination wedding in Hudson Valley, New York. It surely will not disappoint. visit to see Cedar Lakes last july to the bride and groom tasting to the housing, billing, golf cart accessibility, menu picking, kind and knowledgeable staff.I can go on and on. n and will cause brides trying to stick to a moderate budget to get disappointed & waste their time when the true $ amounts come in. Our expectations were blown away by the CLE team. There is no other place that offers alllllll that our weekend ensued. It was dreamy, romantic and cozy and our guests had no idea that it was our plan B!! They make planning simple and enjoyable and ensure you go into the weekend confident it will be perfect. I can't speak highly enough of Stephanie and Lisa and the rest of the staff at CLE, they were thoughtful, accommodating and flexible throughout the entire planning process. Terrific food. Also, it's a good idea to have an itinerary & map printed for guest so they know where they can explore. I highly recommend visiting and walking around the grounds to get a sense of every building and the wonderful nature surrounding it. xo, Tina There are not enough words to describe the perfection that is Cedar Lakes. They catered to what we wanted to serve at each meal; presented every dish in the most beautiful way; and every single bite of everything we ate ALL weekend was delicious!! Make a relationship with the team and the property, because they are both so special. The different tiers allowed for true campers all the way to a higher end "glamping" option in brand new bungalows. My daughters wish for vegan offerings was embraced by the Cedar Lakes culinary team. We rented the facilities from Friday to Sunday, and almost half of our guests (about 100 out of 225) stayed on the grounds with us for the entire weekend. We could write a novel about the food on it's own. We loved that we were able to give our guests a vacation of their own, from kayaking to jumping off the blob everyone was having so much fun. 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. This fee, as noted, would only include one day, not the entire weekend as mentioned prior. Specialties: Romantic getaway. The team at CLE is creative, inspiring, fun, and most importantly - they are 1000% focused on YOU and what you want & need for your wedding. I honestly still dream about the food from the rehearsal dinner and wedding - everybody was raving about it all weekend. The wedding exceeded all expectations. They took vacation at that same time and left no one to attend the calls. I can save you some time, and share that CLE is even more exceptional that it seems, and you will never, ever regret choosing to have your wedding there (if it is within your budget). Our guests were just blown away; many of them commented that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. I HIGHLY recommend this location for your wedding. 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. We wanted more!!! With all-inclusive packages starting at just $5,000 dollars, couples can enjoy the luxury of an estate wedding without breaking the bank. ice that was given to me and my guests throughout the entire weekend, I have Cedar Lakes Estate to thank for EVERYTHING. out that they were booked every weekend we were interested in. If we had to do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing. The level of professionalism and ownership for each and every part of the weekend was incredible. Your staff could These two went above and beyond for us and I will forever be grateful for them and the dreamland of Cedar Lakes Estate! They are so thoughtful with their approach to weddings and they are truly the best in the business. The reception was even better in their incredible barn. From the minute we pulled up we were greeted with friendly professional staff. There is no where like Cedar Lakes Estate. But our experience has already been so exceptional, I felt I had to write. The barn where we had the reception was absolute perfection and the clearing where we held the ceremony was absolutely breathtaking. Cedar Lakes is also a family-owned venue, and you definitely get that sense! Their attention to detail was perfect. Weeks after the wedding, they were still getting calls from cousins, aunts, and friends telling them that it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Cedar Lakes is a great venue with a unique feel. Sweet! We could not have made a better decision. It won't be regretted :). Our guests knew they'd be getting a camp-like experience if they chose to stay on the grounds and everyone embraced it (anyone who didn't stayed in a nearby hotel). Rainy days can be fun too, with every board game imaginable, plus giant Jenga, which can be enjoyed in the Canteen . 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. I really can't say enoughgo visit! Her explanation was that in order to support the up keep of the estate, costs to bring everything on site and the fact that they're only open 6 months out of the year, they HAD to set the minimum to $75,000. Stephanie does an exceptional job of managing all "front-of-house" service (including their exceptional taste in decor and much more) and the food and beverages from Lisa and her team are truly gourmet (and also modern - ie mini chicken and waffles, not just typical boring wedding fare.) It was a remarkable weekend in every single way. Having a three day wedding weekend is a big undertak To say that Cedar Lakes Estate is nothing short of perfection would be an understatement. We provided our own plates, bowls, and cups rather than use the camp-style ones, though they might have china now. They never tapped our keg for the reception. Having our family stay "on campus" was very special. From a Friday night BBQ with perfectly fried chicken to the many food stations at our reception, including shrimp fra diavolo, miniature reubens, and homemade burrata, Lisa knocked it out of the park. Cedar Lakes EXCEEDED our expectations. The cabins gave everyone a beautiful place to call home for a weekend. Cedar Lakes Estate is available for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Stephanie and Lisa Karvellas went above and beyond anything we could have hoped for in making the entire weekend spectacular! After our wedding, my husband and I would have changed NOTHING and we owe it ALL to Cedar Lakes Estate. 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! Best Place Ever! Every single guest -all 240 family members and friends - are still writing and calling to say they had the best weekend ever! Thank you Stephanie, Lisa, the entire CLE staff, and the entire Karvellas family for making our celebration so incredible! Stephanie, Lisa and the entire CLE team made us feel like family from the very beginning. They are also willing to add special foods that you love to your Wedding Weekend to make it more personalized. Culinary oasis. Having it at Cedar Lakes and managed by the Karvellas family was an absolute dream come true. They cant wait to meet you and discuss what they can do for you. Having accommodations for nearly the entire wedding on site (and being there for the whole weekend) allowed us to be truly present with our guests. IT COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE PERFECT!!!!! They were so accommodating from the start--despite numerous site visits, phone call discussions, and a million emails--they took the time to answer every one of our questions. We had ~30 guests stay on the property in the Sleepy Pine Cottages, Bluebird, Poolside Cabana and I used the Lakeside Cottage as my bridal suite for the weekend. This review is long overdue! We are still over the moon with the entire experience and cannot wait to return!! And it looks stunning) by a flat tire. We searched for over a year to find the perfect venue. The owners and staff dealt with us in a highly personal and accommodating way, really trying to bring to fruition what we wanted. 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. The full-restored, temperature-controlled Barn is the propertys centerpiece. I was satisfied with every single aspect of my full wedding weekend. The estate offers both indoor and outdoor event venues with breathtaking views overlooking tree-lined lakes, rolling green hills and stunning mountains. time we stepped on the property, we knew it was exactly what we were looking for. Stephanie and Lisa are amazing!! I can't stop thinking about the BEAUTIFUL setting of my ceremony, the DELICIOUS food that was served the entire weekend, the INCREDIBLE hospitality/serv My husband and I were married at CLE last May, and I can't imagine a better wedding venue. That had everything to do with Cedar Lakes. Cedar Lake Estates even has on site accommodations and activities for your guest. I grew up renting cabins with my family and going to month long sleep away camp and one thing I always loved was when the camp family was around to see how you were doing. 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 From our wedding to our open house to our tasting weekend to a weekend getaway - CLE is one of the most special places for many reasons. Leading up to the wedding, we spoke on at least a weekly basis and she made sure that everything was exactly as we had hoped. Stephanie, Lisa and their team went above and beyond in making sure our wedding weekend was everything we could imagine, everyo You can't pick a better venue. From barn dimensions to lighting options! Uncover the splendor of the Hudson Valley on our 500-acre estate, just 70 miles from New York City. They saw to every single detail we requested and made us feel like part of their own family. The grounds are impeccable, the If it weren't for CLE's wonderfully kind and accommodating staff, my husband and I might not be married right now. The amount of "best wedding ever - no exaggeration" that we got from friends and family was unreal. However, the venue cost is higher in the months from May to October, when you may have to pay up to $10,000. 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. Everyone pitched in to make the day memorable. Pig RoastMini Fried Chicken&Waffles, to the Braised Short Ribs, to the little milk shots & cookies. All the cabins were in great shape and each person who stayed felt apart of the weekend. Could not take a bad picture in the soft blue twilight. Thankfully we found Cedar Lakes. All unreal - so gorgeous that words cannot even describe it all. And since then, each day brought some new fresh discovery on the property, a new aspect of the place to appreciate. ); 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. When I think of this day I remember it so fondly and think of all my family and friends and the new family that I gained in the Karvellas". We wanted gorgeous mountaintop toasts at sunset and a rousing wedding day kickball game followed by water sports. I could talk about the amazingness of Cedar Lakes all day everyday. Luckily, Cedar Lakes Estate had an opening on July 4, 2021, so they pulled the trigger and locked that date in early. We teamed up with Chef Lisa to fine tune the menu for the entire weekend. (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 Karvellas family has done an impeccable job of restoring this former Port Jervis summer camp into an ultra-luxe adult retreat with an elegant-rustic feel. And on top of all of this.the food was scrumptious! My husband and I both can't help feeling that perhaps we have come out all the better for the pandemic-postponement. Thank you everyone- Jill and Mitch. I know this is seemingly impossible, but the entire weekend went off without a hitch and was better than we ever could have imagined. The mountaintop was heavenly; the garden (for the rehearsal dinne)r was like a dream, the Dining Pavilion, the lake (!) 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. My expectations for exceeded at every level. When you do planning for a living, its challenging to give the reigns to others. She was so responsive, so approachable, so relatable, so helpful and even surprised me and ordered my favorite specialty beers and served them the whole wedding weekend! 2. Cedar Lakes has become our h We got to know Cedar Lakes by attending winter weekends and pop-up dinners while planning our wedding. 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. 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. That is exactly what we got. The pandemic postponed our May 9th wedding to the next year. 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. appy place. Prior to the wedding, she invited my in-laws, my husband, and myself into her home to give us a tasting. Everyone came together over the daytime activities at CLE, including a zipline, lawn games, canoeing, and the infamous blob. ful setting. We had a couple of rough weeks leading up to the Wedding Weekend, but as soon as we got there, all we did was relax and have an amazing time. At most, this venue is decent for the exorbitant price their asking for, which mind you, at this point you're already up to at least $75,000 ($10k for venue + $65k for food) just for food and wedding space. Cedar Lakes just built a cluster of new cottages that sleep about 20, which was just perfect for our bridal party. The setting is just dreamlike and the food..oh the food..breakfast, lunch, dinner..our guests literally said it was the 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. classy, raw space that we could make our own, and FOOD was very important to us. I wish we could do it all over again (and so do our guests!). From the time we booked CLE 1.5 years prior to our actual wedding As the Father of the Bride, I had high expectations for my only daughters wedding. We were able to share some meals and downtime with our friends and family in a more causal settings, and we felt like we were able to be a part of the weekend our guests experienced (which, honestly, we are still a bit jealous of -- sports fields, two pools, a beer garden, not to mention the lake and the blob). The minimum cost is therefore a total misrepresentatio Having a wedding at Cedar Lakes makes you feel like you're getting married in your own backyard (only your backyard has a lake, sports facilities and an epic mountain view). Everything was unbelievable. Cedar Lakes Estate offers a range of wedding packages to suit a range of budgets and requirements. I am an event stylist & florist. All along, we wanted our We got married at Cedar Lakes Estate in October 2017 and have not stopped smiling since. When delivering his food, they were discreet but prompt with his special meals, so as not to embarrass him. We're hands-on type of brides, so with some welcomed creativity we were able to really put our personal details throughout. You get that same welcome here at Cedar Lakes. Its breathtaking vistas offer tree-lined lakes, rolling green hills, and stunning mountains. there was not one glitch the entire weekendeven the rain from hurricane Ian coming up from the south held off and the ceremony by the lake was beyond spectacular. The flowers and her personal touches made the day feel so intimate and personal. Overall the management is extremely unprofessional and the venue is FAR over priced for the services you get. If you want a unique, glamorous yet rustic wedding, Cedar Lakes Estate is the place for you. The lake, the pool, the ceremony locations, the barn and the cottages are all equally exquisite - and then the blob, basketball courts and and sports fields added a playful feeling to the weekend that everybody appreciated. ve found your own paradise. This is a family owned full service operation and they couldn't be lovelier. It's not very often that guests rave about food at venues, but our guests couldn't stop. Cedar Lakes Estate is a place for the perfect wedding. Lisa is an amazing chef and the food was to die for! It's awesome. CLE felt like home the second we drove up to the property. Words can not even describe how that makes us feel, but we have the Karvellas Family to thank. The property itself is expansive and stunningly beautiful, but not in an overly manicured way. 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. I think by this point, we have been to thirty+ friends' weddings and everyone agreed this food was unbelievable. Boy, what a disappointment. When our guest called, the bulk of them never got a return phone call or woke up the manager when they called. She made it so that I did not have to worry about a thing for the entire weekend. The venue and the gorgeous surroundings speak for themselves, but to reiterate, it is the most stunning setting for any wedding you could ask for. If you really want to plan something magical, something so special that all of your guests will be talking about it for years to come, then check out Cedar Lakes Estate. They are extremely hard working and they made sure our guests felt at home. The bride and groom felt like They were warm and intimate allowing our guests to individually enjoy their stay just as much as being a part of our special day .I travel often for work; these 5 star cabins were much, much cozier than any hotel I've ever stayed in.

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