Cottonwood Lodge

The pricing was very affordable and allowed us to have a ceremony and celebration with all of our family—something we didn’t expect we would be able to do. We were really happy that your services fit within our budget while still offering such a beautiful setting. It felt like we got the best of both worlds: a great price and an elevated venue. The tasting was easy to schedule.  My friend and I visited the venue a few times before the wedding to look at layout ideas and photo locations. Each time we visited, the staff were very welcoming and friendly. Throughout the planning process the venue team asked thoughtful questions that I hadn’t even considered. Manuel also offered helpful suggestions during our site visit. I sometimes felt like I was being “extra” with layout ideas and requests, but their team never made me feel like I was a burden or that anything I asked for was inconvenient.  Wedding day: The reception room looked beautiful. We were one table short at the beginning, but Manuel quickly got another one set up. The overall setup was wonderful, and having the tables, tablecloths, and centerpieces included was a huge plus. The ceremony itself went very smoothly. The only small disappointment was that the buffet was slightly different than expected (teriyaki chicken instead of sesame chicken, and no egg rolls). The food also ran out before the last two tables went through the buffet, so they had limited options. That said, the teriyaki chicken ended up being delicious and honestly may have been a better choice since fried food, alcohol, and dancing don’t always mix well. We received many compliments from guests about the food—especially the lo mein. The wait staff were great throughout the evening. Overall, we loved the experience and would highly recommend the venue to any future bride and groom!