Harvey House

One would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful venue. We walked through and were dazzled by the pines. We love the parlor – giving our guests a quieter place to visit was fabulous. The rooms at the inn are beautiful. The outdoor spaces festive while allowing the natural beauty to take center stage. We were sold on the venue after the first walkthrough. We treasured the venue wedding day coordinator - Leigh Ann was pivotal to creating the most memorable experience that reflected our personalities. Great recommendations on decor & day of timeline. Her attention to detail added beauty while maintaining simplicity (a high priority). HH's list of preferred vendors was fabulous! When we had some issues, our coordinator stepped in with an alternative recommendation. Our vendors (which were all top notch) listed at the end. The preferred vendors worked directly with HH and there was less on our plate to coordinate. The vendors understood the space, the electrical, the unpredictable weather, etc. The forecast was 73° and sunny. It poured rain the day before our wedding, snowed the night before and the morning of, hailed then rained a little later that morning. The wonderful staff at HH jumped right on it, and pivoted to ensure the ceremony and reception went off without a hitch! We opted for the buffet Platinum package w/appetizers and popcorn bar. The food was a hit! Croux (the caterer) prepared a feast! We had a few folks with very restrictive diets who found foods that worked for them! We appreciated the catering walkthrough in advance so that we could make tough decisions between the various options. The wedding cake (part of the package) was amazing! At the cake tasting I thought the cake was okay but wasn't too enthused. On the day of, the cake was fabulous! We had two tiers, very different cake/filling flavors, and WOW! Head mixologist (Bekah) worked closely with us to create signature cocktails/mocktails – fun and delicious. AND she provided us with a detailed shopping list for all of the mixes, juices, wine, garnishes and alcohol we needed. It was helpful to have that list! We opted to tip the bar staff directly (no tip jar), so our guests did not worry about tipping, and made sure bar staff were well compensated. HH also arranged a visit from Mayor Max (and a mayoral proclamation)! Mayor Max was an absolute hit! We rented the house next door to Harvey House as our "base of operations" for the weekend – hosting a few casual get-togethers for our wedding guests. I would highly recommend doing so – having a base of operations close to the venue was key. We planned other weekend activities, including a hike around Lake Fulmor (in the rain, as it turns out), pizza & s'mores night before party (using electric s'mores makers) at the rental house (pizza from the Idyllwild Pizza Company), a morning of continental breakfast at the rental house with donuts from Amelia's Donuts, and a coffee tasting event at Black Mountain Coffee Roasters. All of the events were fantastic! By the time of the wedding, everyone attending the wedding had become friends. To sum up, we cannot imagine a better or more beautiful or more perfect venue for our wedding! We look forward to returning on a landmark anniversary! Vendors: Catering: Croux Photography: Simile Photography (Nick and Sarah Simile) DJ & Photobooth: The Wedding Collective (DJ Parradax) Florist: Taylor Made Floral Hair & Makeup: McKenzie Thompson (Hair by McKenzie)

Harvey House was truly an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the very beginning, the entire team made everything feel smooth, thoughtful, and completely taken care of. Communication was clear, the process felt effortless, and every detail was handled with such care and professionalism. Whenever I felt overwhelmed or unsure, I was always met with patience and understanding. I felt supported, calm, and genuinely cared for. The space itself is beautiful, warm, and welcoming, but what truly makes Harvey House special is the people behind it. Their kindness, organization, and attention to detail made the entire experience feel seamless and meaningful. If I missed something, their expertise and attention to detail was handled effortlessly with love and care. I’m incredibly grateful for the staff and everything they did to make our time there so wonderful. I couldn’t recommend Harvey House more highly. Thank you so so much for being such a huge part in creating and being part of a special life memory and chapter.