Gorge Crest Vineyards

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he grounds are stunning as well with beautiful forest paths that our guests explored and truly enjoyed walking through. The indoor setup was well thought out. We had everything we needed. Working with Jena was very easy and made everything seamless. For something so stressful of planning a wedding, this venue and coordinators made it as simple as possible which I very much appreciated. Couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful setting.

rything was on track, recommended and connected us with vendors, and assisted with managing all of the details – and there were a lot of details! On the day-of, Jena and her team coordinated with our vendors, and oversaw the set-up and take-down of the rentals. She also knew that we wanted to take as many flowers home with us as possible; she carefully gathered them all for us and made sure they got on a shuttle back to our hotel. We absolutely loved all of our vendors! - Marla with Simply Splendid was our photographer- we had a great experience working with her and her team and are so happy with our incredible photos! - Subi and Page with Subi Salon did hair and make-up so beautifully! They are a blast to work with and helped me to feel gorgeous and ready for the day! - Field & Vine was our fantastic caterer and our guests are still complimenting the expertly prepared and served meal. - Harper & Gracie were our fabulous bartenders- Liska was so communicative and helpful in planning for our signature cocktails, alcohol purchases and glass rentals. - Palmer Auty was our DJ- he is so great to work with and our guests loved his music selections! - Banquette in Portland made our delicious cake- we only had a few pieces left over! - Erika Skille expertly designed our elegant invitations, menus and day-of signage and facilitated printing and mailing- she is professional, client-centered, and wonderful to work with. - Bloomsbury did our incredible flowers- my bouquet brought tears to my eyes. - The Hood River String quartet played beautifully for our ceremony and part of cocktail hour- we wished we had booked more time with them! - Explore the Gorge provided transportation for our guests- Keith was a pleasure to work with and was able to accommodate multiple pick-up/drop-off locations with three vehicles. Some suggestions for couples: - It was a little chilly for our June wedding. In retrospect, I think we should have designed a table layout for the reception that could have been set up inside the barn, as well. After dinner, the heaters on the patio were much appreciated by our guests! - We didn’t book an afterparty, but would recommend it because the 10pm cutoff came all too soon. Gorge Crest is truly gorgeous and provided us with the perfect backdrop for making memories to last a lifetime!

property, we were greeted by breathtaking views, exceptional service, and a truly unforgettable experience. With the Columbia Gorge's beauty all around us and the majestic Mt. Hood as our backdrop, it was impossible not to fall in love with this venue. The picturesque setting made for some truly magical photographs and created a warm and inviting atmosphere for our guests. The staff at Gorge Crest Vineyards were simply outstanding. From our initial inquiries to the big day itself, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and flexibility truly set them apart. The team went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our wedding went off without a hitch. They provided guidance and support throughout the planning process, helping us navigate every step and making sure that our vision was brought to life. The amenities at Gorge Crest Vineyards were excellent. The vineyard itself was a beautiful backdrop for our ceremony, and the reception area was tastefully decorated, complete with all the necessary facilities to ensure our guests' comfort. The charming bridal suite and groom's quarters were the perfect spaces for us and our wedding parties to prepare for the day. In sum, Gorge Crest Vineyards is a wedding venue that goes above and beyond in every way. The combination of stunning natural beauty, exceptional staff, and comfortable amenities ensures that your special day will be as perfect as you've always imagined. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our love and commitment. If you're looking for a wedding venue in the Columbia Gorge, we wholeheartedly recommend Gorge Crest Vineyards. You won't be disappointed. It's a place where your dreams become a reality, and where the memories created will last a lifetime.

he most beautiful wedding they had ever been to. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a perfect Gorge wedding!

y - from the beautiful view of Mt. Hood, gorgeous lawn, hammock forest, and wildflowers. It had it all! Unfortunately, a wildfire broke out the week of our wedding, and an evacuation was in order for the area, meaning that we were unable to host our wedding at Gorge Crest. The venue was incredibly empathetic to our situation, keeping us up to date on the latest evacuation information, even connecting us to potential new venues for a quick pivot. After the wedding, when the evacuation order was lifted, Gorge Crest welcomed my husband and I, with our immediate families, to sign our marriage certificate and take photos at the venue. We were glad to be able to have some memories there, even if circumstances forced us away from the venue for the wedding itself. We are so appreciative to Gorge Crest for their humanity and collaboration throughout this process! It was a situation no party anticipated or wanted, but Gorge Crest has been a great teammate throughout the resolution.

endations to provide the superior experience for the wedding. There are special areas for getting ready, performing first looks, indoor/outdoor options for ceremony/reception, and the vineyard itself is stunning!! The owner was also very accommodating, responsive, and courteous as we dealt with unexpected obstacles along the way. The venue staff is also very experienced with the venue. Everything and everyone came in place for our wedding to be perfect! Our wedding was an absolute dream wedding at Gorge Crest, and we were very fortunate to celebrate our special day here!

away but Gorge Crest has so much more to offer with the barn, the well kept lawn, the wildflowers, the pergola, the hammocks - the list goes on! Jena was great to work with and extremely responsive during the whole process. There are some stipulations (which vendors you can use, noise restrictions, no grooms suite, etc.) so just make sure to read your contract carefully so there are no surprises during the planning process. Our wedding day was absolutely magical and we still have guests telling us months later how perfect the venue was!

Jena was able to set up a call with us and she sent us a Google Drive that had a virtual tour and folders with pictures from past weddings of each month, very detailed descriptions of everything, as well as videos. We signed our contract without touring! When we did tour, we were just amazed at how beautiful the venue was. It had everything we both ever dreamed of in a wedding. Jena and her coordinator had the best communication and made our wedding planning run smoothly. Their list of preferred vendors was amazing, and the best part is that they all work together for weddings in the area, so we had no anxiety going into our wedding. We HIGHLY recommend getting married at Gorge Crest Vineyards!

able to take photos in the vineyard and lavender fields which were also beautiful. There were separate areas for the ceremony, dinner (which we had inside the wine tasting barn), dancing, and games, hammocks, etc. if guests are interested. Jena, the venue owner, was so helpful and responsive, and had great recommendations for local vendors.

lawlessly kept. There are so many picturesque spots beyond the obvious view of Mt. Hood from the lawn - the vineyard, floral arbor, the wildflowers, and wooded areas. The wedding coordinator, Jena, is so great to work with as well and was a large part of why our wedding day went so flawlessly.

professional, knowledgeable and a joy to work with. Our wedding was perfect! We highly recommend.

d, several peopl even came up to us and said that it felt like we were on a movie set! Aside from the beauty of the venue, Jena was amazing to work with. She was extremely responsive, provided incredible vendor recommendations, and was so flexible helping us with last minute adjustments in the week leading up to the wedding. We cannot recommend Gorge Crest enough!

oothly and all of our guests were constantly telling us they had never been to a wedding as stunning as ours. Jena and Malia (our coordinator) made our dreams come true and took care of every little detail. I highly recommend Gorge Crest for your wedding - you won't be disappointed!! I only wish there could have been more hours in the day to spend here :)

day with an amazing backdrop of Mt Hood as we said our I Do’s. Our guests were stunned with how beautiful the grounds were and we were thrilled with how everything came together, including the all the rentals that came from the venue itself (farm tables, sweet heart table, lounge furniture). The bridal suite was also perfect for the entire bridal party and MOB to get ready with separate room for our MUAH artists. Cannot say enough good things about our day and how much we love Gorge Crest Vineyards! Thank you!!

s and it was an absolute dream. The property is extremely well maintained and the views are breath taking. The venue is much more than just a space. The added bonus are the extra perks (pergola, forest entrance, forest area with hammocks which our guests loved, an outdoor bar, an outdoor dance floor with beautiful string lights). We were recommended excellent vendors through Jena and our planner Kimberly. Jena was very easy to reach and made the process stress free when booking a venue in the thick of covid. Being able to have the entire wedding outdoors was important to us and this venue was perfect for that. Our guests can not stop talking about how beautiful the entire set up was. We also had access to the barn in case it rained. I would highly recommend this venue to all couples!

as sure that they were the one as sure as we knew my husband and I were forever <3. I don't have enough stars to give Jena and her team! The location is GORGEOUS! Jena is SO AMAZING! She is so compassionate and caring and incredibly professional and resourceful. She had plan B and C lined up before we even thought to look up what would happen if plan A didn't work. We were so incredibly lucky that on our wedding day the sun was out almost as soon as the lunchtime hit but Jena already had a plan to move inside if the rain would have showed up! Truly this is the most wonderful place we could have promised forever to each other. 11/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND

s. The view of Mount Hood is incredible, and there were so many picture-perfect spots for guests to explore. The amenities rock too, from their elegant bridal suite to their onsite kitchen. We had the perfect day celebrating with our families here, and hope you do too!

view of Mt. Hood in the background, and we were lucky enough for it to be clear on our wedding day, but even on an off day if you can't see the mountain, the grounds are absolutely beautiful and so well maintained that you won't be disappointed. Most of our guests were from out of town and we got so many compliments about it being the most amazing venue they had ever been to. In fact, it took a while to get the dance floor going because people were spending so much time admiring the view and taking pictures! Starting your wedding planning journey can be so confusing and oftentimes frustrating, and finding a venue is where it really starts. Gorge Crest made the process as simple as possible, offering a full, REALISTIC event quote (including things like catering, DJ, etc.) and providing a list of mandatory vendor options. While some may find this limiting, we were pleased to know that they had vetted vendors and were so happy with everyone they recommended. Jena was always quick to respond and worked with us on our requests, including extra time in the Grooms room and letting us leave a car overnight to pack up our decorations in. The only issue we ran into was getting recurring invoices in our email that weren't meant for us... I would just recommend staying on top of what you owe them and know that you may need to remind them that they have made a mistake. Best wishes to anyone who chooses to get married here. It is a very special place.

g and unforgettable; there were plenty of spots of interest and room for lawn games. The bridal/groom suites upstairs were spacious and comfortable. The beautiful indoor area was a wedding-saver during the heatwave. The option of renting furniture and lawn games from Gorge Crest was very convenient. It was perfect for our intimate, relaxed but elegant wedding.

ed the most extraordinary place to hold our wedding. Our family and friends thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful setting -a view that we’re confident is the best in the Gorge, an intimate outdoor dance floor, stunning arrays of wildflowers, a forested area with hammocks and a bridal suite with a view- and we continue to receive glowing feedback. Jena provided excellent support in organizing and coordinating our event in a warm and professional manner, we couldn’t have done it without her. Gorge Crest Vineyards will always hold such a special place in our hearts.

wedding was a dream, thank you SO much!

photos. All of our guests are still talking about how amazing it was! Jena provides lots of vendor options to choose from and has rental items available to enhance the beauty of the venue even more. We could not have picked a more perfect venue for our big day!

nd PRIVACY. We loved how close the venue was to Hood River for pre-ceremony dinner and post ceremony brunch. Jena was incredibly responsive, sent us a lovely card afterwards, and was an absolute pleasure to work with. The best part is that we know have a special place to revisit after the wedding, have a glass of wine, and remember our special day. Thank you Jena!

e looked at multiple options (including a few in the Hood River / Mt Hood area) and decided on Gorge Crest for the following reasons: 1) First, the views are magical. 2) You can stay on the property. The red barn you see in the photos has an apartment above, where we stayed for multiple nights, waking up each morning to a sunkissed Mt. Hood. If you don't stay there, this space is perfectly positioned as a getting ready area for the bridal party. We used it for both. 3) The property is versatile. And it's got a great vibe. We had dinner for two after our ceremony. 4) When you see Gorge Crest you can envision the party that it can create. It has a string-lit dance floor, hammocks, lights, smaller spaces for people to break off, wild flowers, fields, vineyards, and a flat grassy space. While it was just me and my husband for our elopement, I have no doubt that it would be a special place to bring friends and family together to celebrate. My husband and I had an extraordinary experience and are so grateful that we chose Gorge Crest.

dsend. It was so great to relive our wedding day at our venue 1 year later. Gorge Crest will always remain the cornerstone of our wedding day.

rements was to have Mt. Hood in the background of our ceremony. Jena then showed us around the property and we could not stop smiling as we imagined our guests’ reactions to where we were having our special day. Obviously getting married in the summer of 2020 wasn’t easy for anyone. Due to COVID restrictions, we were having second thoughts about our original venue about 1 month before our wedding. We reached out to Gorge Crest, Jena was incredibly responsive and responded to our inquiry right away. We were able to schedule our tour practically the next day. I had booked our day of coordinator, photographer, DJ, and venue 11 months in advance. Even though they have a preferred vendor list, Jena worked with us so we could keep all of our original vendors we had already booked. Jena worked with our coordinator to ensure she understood the layout of the property and all of the things she needed to be aware of. We did have to rebook a photographer and caterer. We went through their preferred vendor list and they were all amazing to work with. We reserved the venue and then four days later, the Washington Governor said no more wedding receptions after a three week grace period. Jena worked with local government to understand the restrictions that were being put in place and things we could do that would still meet the guidelines. Unfortunately, the definition of wedding receptions are defined as anything with food, drink, and/or dancing adjacent to a wedding ceremony. Our wedding date was the weekend right after the three week grace period. During the uncertain times, Jena worked with us to find a solution. We had a great experience working with Gorge Crest Vineyards. Everyone we talked to about the venue all had amazing things to say about working with Jena. They are very respected in the community. Lastly, they have the cutest stationary. Jena is so thoughtful by sending thank you's and looking forward to the big day post cards. If you’re looking into figuring out all your wedding plans, don’t wait to go see this venue because their dates definitely book up fast! If you think the pictures are amazing, just wait until you see it in person!

yard! I recently took my engagement photos here and everything about the view was amazing! This vineyard had gorgeous wild flowers, tall grass, orchards, woods and a beautiful view of Mt. Hood. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to take our engagement photos.

picnic. This is one of the best days we've had in 2020 :) We had so much fun walking down memory lane, and being able show our daughter where we got married was so special and fun. We even attempted to recreate our wedding kiss photo :) There is something truly unique about Gorge Crest. It’s such a calm and peaceful environment, the views are magical, and everything about this venue is just breathtaking. We cannot speak highly enough of our experience - our wedding was more than we could have ever dreamed of. Everyone at Gorge Crest was incredible to work with and everything about our day was beyond perfect. Several of our guests to this day still comment how this was the best wedding they have ever been to (even over their own weddings!). We would pick Gorge Crest OVER and OVER and OVER again. We would HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in the Gorge! We have so many beautiful memories here and will cherish this location forever. We hope to return again soon!

eat and special place with breathtaking views and well kept grounds that truly inspire people to relax, have fun and take in nature. Jena, the owner, was very gracious to let our family return to the space for a picnic and even came down to wish us a happy anniversary. The venue has am amazing view of Mt. Hood, very cool modern barn-like reception room, a secret wooded area with hammocks, a horseshoe pit and every inch of the space is a photo op. I'd highly recommend the space and even if you go another route for your wedding (or any event really), it's definitely worth making the short drive from Hood River and checking it out.

have dreamed. We got married against the perfect backdrop of Mt. Hood, in front of 120 friends and family on a perfect day in July. The Venue has perfect options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies and working with them to ensure we had our dream wedding was easy. My wife and I must have visited 6 different venues in Oregon and Washington and researched over 50 online but the moment we set foot on the Gorge Crest property we knew we had found our place. The bride and groom each get their own spacious apartment on site to get ready and there are plenty of spaces to capture the perfect wedding photos. Even if you go another route, I still highly recommend making the trip to Underwood to see the views for yourself. Friendly staff, awesome facilities. Would highly recommend!

! They have gone above and beyond to help us book a later date. We are excited to get married this Fall at a location that is beautiful and has owners who are amazing.

grateful during these uncertain times to be able to continue to look forward to our wedding!

rried who are having to deal with the immense disappointment of postponing one of the most important days in their life to the vendors who are losing so much business due to the virus' impacts. Gorge Crest was very communicative with us and helped us figure out how to move forward by providing a number of options to choose from to ensure that we got the experience we've always wanted. We came up with a new plan together and now we are able to look forward to our wedding without the shadow of uncertainty around how all this will play out hanging over our heads. We would definitely recommend!

We were very excited to have our wedding there in early June 2020. Then the COVID19 pandemic happened. Planning a wedding once is stressful. Having to basically plan a second wedding in the middle of a global pandemic while we are both working as resident physicians was a daunting task. The amount of support we have received from Jena, the owner of Gorge Crest Vineyard, has been incredible. Jena reached out to us very early in response to the pandemic regarding options for postponement. At that time we weren't ready to let go of our vision and wanted to wait and see. As we got closer to June it became apparent that we would not be able to proceed with our original date. Jena has been incredibly understanding and responded very quickly to our many e-mails regarding our postponement options and finding the best plan for us. We are very thankful to have had such a great team to work with to make things a little easier for us during this difficult time. I would definitely recommend this venue to any couple looking to get married in the Gorge!

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bia Gorge. Nothing competes with the views and amenities that Gorge Crest has to offer. I also really appreciated that Jena & her husband offered discounted pricing for May during “off season”. The venue is romantic with his and hers separate suites above the reception barn, a huge fireplace, a winding wooded path leading to a breathtaking wisteria trellis down by the horseshoe pits, and of course Mt. Hood front and center for the ceremony. Jena is very easy to work with, answers emails in a timely fashion and allowed us to bring our own arbor for the ceremony. Some other perks include ample parking (but a shuttle bus is the way to go!), a nice kitchen for catering staff, two lovely indoor bathrooms and an outside bar with covered patio. I would not have done anything differently with our wedding! – Emily & Jason May 18th, 2019

ged. Communication throughout the planning process was easy and pretty quick. Jena, the owner, was there on our wedding day and was so kind to give us well-wishes. Many of our guests said that it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to! Highly recommend!

op picks to photograph weddings in the Gorge. They do make you choose from preferred vendors for catering, music, and coordination, but it was actually really helpful to narrow down our choices, and we had nothing but positive experiences with all the preferred vendors. We chose hair/makeup, cake, and flower vendors from the preferred vendor list as well. Jena was very professional with all correspondence and checked in on the day of to make sure we had everything we needed. The grounds are stunning, and the bridal suite was incredibly well-appointed. My fiancé felt a little strange getting ready in an apartment rented by an employee (groom’s suite), but I think that was our only complaint. Our original plan was to have the wedding ceremony outside, dinner in the barn, and dancing/lawn games outside after. The weather decided otherwise, and we ended up moving the dancing to under the veranda, which ended up being amazing. One of the reasons we chose this venue was because the weather can be so unpredictable, and we wanted indoor and outdoor options that didn’t feel like a compromise. We danced the night away with a fantastic lightning storm in the background that provided quite a show for our guests. Jena ended up emailing us a link to her friend’s photography website afterward, as he had taken spectacular photos of the lightning on the night of. Not many vendors are that thoughtful! All of our guests raved about how beautiful the venue was. We couldn’t have agreed more, and we felt like we didn’t need to spend an excessive amount of money on flowers or decorations because of the natural beauty of the venue. 100% would recommend to anyone looking to get married in the Columbia Gorge.

hotos to share with our family & friends. After speaking with Jena, we felt comfortable booking sight-unseen. Gorge Crest was more than we hoped for! WOW!! The views are truly breathtaking. We loved everything from the intimate hammock area to the stunning vineyards. Jena was wonderful to work with and very prompt to respond. She made long-distance planning from Florida so simple. She even officiated the ceremony for us and did an amazing job. Everything was perfect!

was so accommodating and we wouldn’t have changed a thing. The weather was perfect, the vendors were on point and we are super grateful we were able to be married there :)

rlooks the venue, romantic forest paths, hammocks, thousands of wildflowers, and REAL bathrooms (seriously, who wants to use an outhouse in a fancy dress?). Jena was fantastic throughout the process, always very helpful and responsive. Fair warning, it goes fast - I booked over a year in advance and only Sundays were available. I can’t imagine getting married at a better venue!