Big Cedar Lodge

best part was our venue coordinator Erin S. She was great. She helped us so much through the process and was always timely in her responses to questions etc. She made sure everything went smoothly the day of wedding and kept things moving along.  She was very professional but also so sweet and friendly.  We loved her!

rovided with a "wedding assistant/ planner" to help with additional details , bookings, reservations for dinner, etc. We had the GREAT FORTUNE, of having Julia Scruton- Wolz, Wedding and Catering Sales Manager, assigned to our wedding events. We are an "older" couple, that thought we might be crazy to take on planning a full / traditional wedding event, but pulled the trigger, and began the process of planning, etc. What started out as what we thought we wanted, as a small minimally planned event as a side note to a family reunion, began to look like much more! As we learned about options and all the amazing things that were offered to make our day stellar, we began to think we may have gotten into more than we were prepared for, but actually WANTED! This is where, what seemed was the beginning of anxiety, nervous moments, and difficult decision making, actually in the hands of Julia, became more than manageable and filled with more fun and excitement , than worry! As a wedding plan unfolds, the questions seem endless, but it did not matter. Julia was receptive, always available to answer any question, however insignificant it may have seemed, and constantly was the voice of reassurance , giving us confidence at every turn, that anything we wanted or needed could easily be addressed and made to happen with her help! She scheduled, reserved and kept us on track with deadlines, details and was available and accommodating as things changed and evolved . She was pleasant and calm and always full of suggestions that could ease our minds along the way. On the wedding day, Julia made herself available for our "rehearsal" at the Chapel, and then returned well in advance of our wedding, to take care of EVERY detail and to orchestrate all we had planned, to make things go seamlessly and perfect!! She kept her constant "chill" and calm, to reassure and help us enjoy the moments as we had hoped for and planned. Everything went perfectly and seeing her in the midst of all that was happening, completely available to us , gave us the peace of mind we so needed! Don't hesitate to consider using Big Cedar and especially Top of the Rock, as your dream wedding venue! The organization , professionalism and genuinely delightful, smiling people, at every turn, are ready to serve and help in any and every way you might need to make your event all you hoped for! Thank you Julia, for EVERYTHING. You were invaluable to us and our day!! Gwynn and Selcuk Yumlu

g. The view, location, food, staff, spa, and even the shopping experience were all excellent. I would also like to highly recommend my wedding planner, Julia Wolz, to all couples who want to make their wedding ceremony enjoyable and truly memorable. She helped me through every step of planning my wedding and made the entire process smooth and stress-free.

picturesque, but the staff is truly exceptional. Our wedding planner, Erin, was nothing short of phenomenal. She went above and beyond for months leading up to our big day, and was on-site for over 12 hours to ensure everything ran smoothly and felt magical. We had an intimate wedding with fewer than 50 guests, and Big Cedar was incredibly accommodating. We chose the Top of the Rock Chapel for our ceremony and the Wine Cellar for our reception—both were stunning and created the perfect atmosphere. We cannot say enough good things about this venue. Erin deserves all the credit for making it the best night of our lives. Her dedication, professionalism, and warmth made the entire experience unforgettable. Highly, highly recommended!

e, and vision were lifesaving during our planning. The venue itself is stunning, clean, and has everything you need for the BEST wedding. The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our guest. The food was incredible, and the mixologists behind the bar were top-notch! This venue is quite literally the whole package!

cular! Julia Wolz was a delight to work with! The entire experience exceeded our expectations!

y corner of the property offered stunning backdrops for photos, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about how gorgeous it was. A special shoutout to Julia, who went above and beyond to make our day seamless. Her organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail took so much of the stress off our shoulders. From the planning stages to the actual wedding day, Julia was a rockstar, ensuring everything went smoothly and that we could just enjoy the moment. If you're considering Big Cedar for your wedding, do it! It’s a truly magical place, and the staff, especially Julia, will ensure your day is nothing short of perfect. Highly recommend!

e cellar, and the entire day was absolutely perfect. Our event coordinator, Julia, was incredible to work with. She guided us through the planning process with such care and attention to detail, meeting with us on-site a few times to make sure everything was exactly how we envisioned it. On the wedding day, she was a true rockstar, making sure every moment was seamless. The entire Big Cedar staff was amazing—professional, friendly, and so organized. They made the whole experience effortless. We received many compliments from our guests about the venue, the food, the drinks, and the overall atmosphere. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful or memorable celebration.

xpressed the same sentiment below: Venue: A+, Staff: F-…. Was spoken AT for nearly 90 min. Our coordinator never asked us a single question about what we wanted our wedding to be like, and she bulldozed straight through her presentation, never failing to mention the limits of their service and every little add on that comes for an extra cost. Which, for this place I could have been sold on a $40k+ wedding, but left not caring to spend anything at all. Our tour was hosted by Erin. She covered all her bases as though she had somewhere else she’s rather be, complete with condescending responses to our very reasonable questions. This woman belongs in another industry. I’ve been bummed all day, afterwards.

for all of her help making the day easy and relaxing for us!

vid, but she was so patient and flexible and everything worked out perfectly. She was amazing on our wedding day as well and ensured everything went smoothly. She even went above and beyond to ensure my grandmother got to the ceremony and reception safely. We had the most amazing weekend and can’t recommend Big Cedar enough.

ask for better. The staff, incredibly disappointing. They had no idea of what my budget was, which was hearty, but they seemed to assume it was small, and treated me poorly for it. I was spoken at, not to. The tour both the coordinator and assistant coordinator seemed put out and quick to get me in and out. It was not only myself, but the people who viewed the property with my got the same impression. I chose not to have my dream venue solely because of the staff. I hope my review helps the staff has a better heart and mission moving forward. Best of luck brides and hope it is a better experience for you!

We used a photographer, bakery, florist, and dj from their list of preferred vendors and everything went very smoothly. Our guests had a fabulous time, and raved about how classy everything was. Such a special place!

arts of the country and were in awe of the property. The planning process was smooth. We appreciated working with wedding professionals. While there, the Big Cedar staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

day before,I can’t say enough how amazing she is! Allison was our rehearsal and day of coordinator, she was amazing as well. The bridal cottage was perfect for the bride to get ready in. The ceremony was in the Chapel and was beautiful, the view overlooking the lake is breathtaking! Then the stone path takes you to the Stables where we had the cocktail hour and reception. Everything in there was beautiful! The staff was excellent, the food was out of this world! None of the staff missed anything, everything was taken care of ! The flowers and decor were gorgeous(Artistry in Bloom) The cakes and carmel apples were delicious too ( Sugar Leaf Bakery) We can’t thank them enough for helping make this day perfect!

n to every detail was given and not a thing went wrong on our special day! Our guests loved the venue and the food. I'd recommend Big Cedar to anyone thinking of a destination wedding. Esther took care of details for me when I live 12 hours away. A great big thank you to Big Cedar!!

Everything from our coordinator to the service to the food was amazing. And the icing on the cake was the breathtaking view and sunset. Magnificent!!!

wedding coordinator was Alison Pettit. She was absolutely amazing!! She went above and beyond to help with every detail. We met with her several times and had many phone conversations in which she always took time to answer all my many questions. She made us feel very special as if our wedding was the only one she was planning. The Chapel overlooking the lake was so beautiful and The Stables reception area was perfect. The vendors we used from the preferred vendor list were magnificent and super easy to work with. Big Cedar did an excellent job on the food. From the welcome dinner Friday night to the bunch for the bridesmaids and the dinner for the reception, the food was delicious and beautifully presented. Also the servers were top notch. My husband and I would definitely recommend having your wedding at Big Cedar, it was such a wonderful experience and was the wedding our daughter had always dreamed of!!! Truly a fairytale wedding!!!! ,

blown wedding... with 3 weeks notice! Erin was wonderful in helping us get everything set. We got married at the Garden Chapel - it was absolutely stunning (honestly, if you party is small enough - I recommend it more then the chapel at Top of the Rock.) it’s at all white inside & so perfect for a quaint wedding. Erin helped my father decorate the inside of the chapel, we were able to get Spa Appointments for everyone the day of (JJ, Kate, Michaela, Kelsey & one more whose name I forgot - are fantastic!!) Kate did my wedding hair and it was STUNNING! We did a private dining experience at Arnies Barn after and it was just perfect. The staff, location, service - all perfect! So so happy we chose to have our wedding here.

ddressed immediately. Many of our guest told us that the food was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. And the beauty of the venue is unbelievable. Our pictures look like a Hallmark Wedding. Our wedding coordinator, Alison Pettit, went above and beyond to meet our needs. The service staff were all very professional, kind and helpful.

pted to go with most of our vendors from the preferred vendor list that Big Cedar provided - pro tip that list is amazing. We hired the dream team, but Erin really made everything come together. I didn't feel the need to hire an additional day of coordinator because she was so proactive and communicative through out the whole process, and I didn't miss the extra hand at all. The best part of the whole process (other than actually getting married) was definitely the food tasting. The food was obviously amazing, but this was the first time we got to interact with more than just Erin and the team that helped us through that process was so kind and informative. It was great foreshadow to what our wedding weekend was going to look like. My husband is also a huge fan of creme burles and the chef and team was able to make sure we had mini ones to share with all our guests on wedding day in addition to our cake! In addition to our wedding we hosted a Friday welcome cocktail hour and a Sunday brunch that also had AMAZING food, and again impeccable service. Every staff member we interacted with the entire weekend was so kind and always had a smile and went the extra mile to make every detail absolutely perfect. Our ceremony and reception were at Integrity Hills - the initial plan was an outdoor wedding but the weather Gods were not on our side so we made a last minute switch to the Chapel here. I was initially devastated but with Erin and the dream team everything still felt as perfect as could be. Erin made sure during dinner we got plates full of all the amazing options we picked, and also hand delivered us a piece of cake and our adorable creme burles (without her we definitely would have gone hungry). The staff as always was friendly and willing to go above and beyond to make us feel like it was the fairy tale day we dreamed of. Everything I described is definitely a 5 star review, but I have to go with 4. Not because of the wedding and event planning/catering team but because of the group guest services group and how the two don't really communicate. When booking our room block we had countless miss-communications with that team and when it came to wedding weekend our families were spread across the property despite having booked the block over a year in advance and requesting we be as close as possible. I understand that there are back end processes, and there were other weddings that weekend. The lack of communication that team had with us and their inability to accommodate some of our needs (or even let us know that they were unable to accommodate) cast a small shadow of annoyance throughout the planning process.