Mountain Lake Lodge

y questions we had and ensured a wonderful weekend. We had several guests if not all of our party of 150 coming from out of town and all were easily accommodated through their lodging and friendly front desk staff. The Sales Team was awesome, they put out my decor and even setup some string lights and center pieces we brought in! Everything was just magical and I can't wait to go back and celebrate many more milestone memories with my family!

ps and issues on their end. To start, their sales team did not communicate with one another, and so we were double booked with another couple for our rehearsal dinner space. Then, every time we reached out asking for updates on our room block, the sales team had our room block details wrong, and the front desk left many of our guests confused about whether they were or were not in our room block and/or got the discounted room rate. The day before the wedding, we tried to deliver welcome bags to our guests, and they charged $2 per bag for "delivery" to the rooms, whereas no other hotel in Blacksburg charged anything (and Mountain Lake wouldn't just give them to guests on arrival). They also double booked some of our guests, including my in-laws who got re-booked into new rooms 3 TIMES before the wedding without explanation. At the rehearsal dinner, the staff got countless meals wrong (including entirely forgetting the pesto on the "pesto crusted salmon" that nearly half of our guests ordered), forgot to bring out multiple meals, and failed to shorten the bar menu choices as we'd asked, costing us hundreds of dollars in alcohol purchases. In addition, they only staffed 1 waitress for our party of 27 people! Our poor waitress did the best she could, but the whole dinner took hours, and I, as the bride, was left to try to fix all of the food issues over the course of the night. All I can say is, Mountain Lake is beautiful and the setting is lovely, but I can't recommend it for a wedding party or rehearsal dinner. We had our wedding at Doe Creek instead, and I'm so thankful we did so. They made up for all of the issues with Mountain Lake by being the easiest and most accommodating people to work with!

delayed due to COVID, but MLL worked to find available dates where our venue and lodging was available and adjusted all of our guest reservations. They made the process so easy. Our wedding was perfect, everything went smoothly, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day. If you're planning a wedding at MLL definitely recommend making the trip up to Bald Knob. The sunsets and views are stunning!

istened to our worries and came with creative solutions so we were safe and the experience was awesome. I can’t wait to go back and celebrate our anniversary next year - this place really makes you feel like family!

onus. Planning a wedding during a pandemic was quite challenging at times, but Lyndsi and Scott were patient, creative, energetic, and always professional. They saw to it that our vision for the day became a reality. It was magical! Kate S.

were after the cut off time and she made it happen. The wedding was Beautiful! The facilities, surroundings, everything was great and greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!

supportive of the partial virtual ceremony idea, which included even our officiant being virtual! She worked with us on every single detail, from testing the wireless connection in advance to helping us pick the best cabin to stay in, all while keeping our previously picked date rather than delaying! When I say that she was all about the details, she impressed even my OCD! She even helped my now MIL plan a surprise reception for us! We would recommend MLL over and over again! So glad that we stuck with our dream for our special day, we truly had the time of our lives!

family could stay in cabins on the mountain. The pool was nice to enjoy because we got there early. The food is absolutely amazing. Rachel and Lindsey are so helpful and truly make sure it’s the best possible experience. There is nothing I would change. If you are looking for somewhere with a huge variety for pictures this is it! Stones, mountains, beachy looking docs, beautiful gazebos. I was in heaven!! I would recommend this to every bride looking for an affordable amazing venue that really puts the brides comfort and experience first. I’d also recommend it as a great vacation spot and a place the whole family can enjoy. It’s like a little destination wedding. Thank you so much mountain lake for the best wedding ever It was everything I could have hoped for!

of our rehearsal, but they took charge and ensured our guests were still taken care of. The wedding ceremony and reception went perfectly, even with the pouring rain and a few stray people from the beer festival. The only negative I would have is that the cabin wasn’t cleaned before our arrival, but once brought to their attention, it was taken care of and we were even gifted a bottle of champagne for the inconvenience.

a tour. We fell in love with the venue immediately. Lyndsi was so wonderful and informative during our tour- assuring us that we could get married at MLL and stick within our budget. We chose the Overlook for the ceremony location and Mary’s Barn for our reception. The overlook has several beautiful views and the fall foliage just made everything even more lovely. Mary’s Barn is perfect for a reception-it has enough room for dedicated spaces for cocktail hour, dinner and dancefloor and it was plenty comfortable for our 100+ guests. Raechel was so incredible to work with! Throughout the whole process she was there with helpful advice, ideas and guidance to keep me on track. She truly went above and beyond to help me plan our wedding. Her responses to my MANY emails were almost always immediate, and she never made me feel that I was a bother or was asking too many questions. She shared in my excitement through every step of the process and as we got closer to our wedding date, she would call with updated numbers or just to check in and see if there was anything I needed. Our wedding weekend was wonderful-AJ was in charge of the food and beverages for our reception and he was wonderful to work with as well. During the day of the wedding he checked in on me several times to see if there was anything he could get me. The food was DELICIOUS! Our guests are still talking about the dinner. There were a few drawbacks to the weekend; one of which had absolutely nothing to do with the wedding team but still affected our guests’ overall experience- the bartender in the main lodge was very rude to many of our guests, including myself, all weekend. The other issue we had is that our leftover wedding cake was disposed of without checking with us first-so I do recommend that if you plan on keeping any leftover cake, make sure you communicate that before you get into the swing of the day to avoid this happening to you. Despite those issues, overall, I would definitely recommend MLL for weddings. There are SO many reasons to book here but I would do it all over again based solely on Raechel-she is a gem! I believe that you would be hard pressed to find someone like her elsewhere.

w many emails or calls I put in to her, Raechel answered immediately and with complete professionalism. We had lots of dietary restrictions for the buffet dinner, an unusual layout for the reception, and a unique timeline; Raechel handled everything perfectly, no questions asked. If you want a gorgeous wedding venue where all your needs are met and you don't have to worry about a thing, book Mountain Lake Lodge!

’t want to get married at a beautiful mountain location where they filmed Dirty Dancing. The price we thought was reasonable and we had a smaller guest list of 65. The Lodge was a great place to have our guests stay because they could enjoy all the amenities like hiking, treetop adventure s and just hanging out with everyone. We are from Florida and lots of friends and family were there to celebrate with us. The cabins were a great option to have family stay together. By far the best thing we did was rent the golf carts. While all the cabins are walking distance it was nice to be able to hop on the cart to get where we needed to go quickly. The positives for us were also the friendliness of all the staff. I did have to change my planner close to the wedding date but Raechel made the change a smooth process. We got married at the gazebo and had our reception in Mary’s Barn. Catering and food was fantastic! Everyone loved the food. The local craft brew selection was very important to us and they offered a great selection. The venue also provided so many awesome photo ops for us. The staff was very accommodating with our photographer and us to get us to some breathtaking spots. The only downside we could see is it is a very rustic venue. They did have cabins that were recently renovated which were very nice, but we wished our lake cottage would have had the same upgrades. Some of the roads to the cottages on blueberry ridge are still unpaved which made travel challenging. However we were told that they are in the process of paving those roads. Overall a lovely May Day and weekend to get married.

nds found the MLL to be very accommodating to their own individual needs, whether it be a private cabin, a room in the main lodge, or the adjacent lodge that is pet friendly! It was great seeing our guests enjoying the grounds. We live in Pennsylvania but have a lot of relatives in NC, so we wanted a wedding destination that was conveniently located for everyone to travel. Pembroke, VA turned out to be perfectly located for everyone. We chose to get married at the gazebo and although it was July, the mountain breeze and temperatures felt more like May. The reception was held in the lodge's ballroom with an outdoor social hour for the guests on the veranda while we captured some wedding photos. The beautiful setting of the outdoor veranda with the stone archways, hummingbirds and lovely sunset made a very special evening to celebrate our wedding. In addition, we held our rehearsal dinner on the dining room porch which was a lovely setting to see the views while privately dining as a group. As an extra perk, many of our friends and family have since watched Dirty Dancing (again!) to relive the lodge and all of the rooms/scenes from the movie that we now know first hand. I can't thank Raechel, our wedding coordinator, enough for her helpful advice, efficiency, and professionalism. She is obviously well-experienced in this role and does it with ease. Being a full-time professional and living out of state, I needed a turnkey planning experience that took as much of the stress out of the process as possible. MLL and Raechel made that happen for me! As well, they provided a list of local vendors who are reasonably priced, friendly and very responsive for all of the extras. My husband and I definitely look forward to going back to enjoy the ambiance of our wedding place. Although I booked the lodge without visiting in person first, I can tell you that being there in person is everything and more that you see on the website and wedding venue recommendations. If VA is for lovers, than Mountain Lake Lodge is for lovers who want to make that lifetime commitment! My best to all the future brides and grooms who say “I Do” at the Mountain Lake Lodge!!

pened to be about 6 hours away. From day one, Lyndsi made the beginning process so easy through thorough conversations by phone and email. She answered all my questions and concerns that I had with dates and contracts necessary, not to mention was completely professional and quick to respond. After my contract was signed and date was picked, I then was connected with Raechel Kiefer. Ladies, let me tell you, this woman is an absolute savior. She helped me with anything and everything, including vendors, food, color coordination, recommendations, seating arrangements....you name it, she helped. Not only did she help me with everything, she even helped me get my wedding shoes, which I thought were no longer being made. Raechel is truly the most sweetest, professional, lovely human being I have ever met and I can honestly say that my wedding weekend with my family was as perfect as it was because of her. You would seriously be crazy not to work with her. The hotel rooms in every part of the property are gorgeous and simplistic, which is perfect for the area, as well as the point of getting married on top of a mountain--which is to be intimate with your loved ones without staring at a screen and appreciate the view! The property is very clean and fresh, perfect for an outdoor wedding. The food provided for breakfast and dinner in the lodge, as well as weddings, is superb! All my family and friends ranted and raved over the selection and taste of everything, it's to die for. The hotel has an option for golf carts and vans to transport you and your guests around the property, which is ideal to get from place to place if you are disabled or want to get that perfect shot in your wedding dress. The property staff, bartenders, and wait staff were nice and accommodated everything that we needed during our stay, sometimes going above and beyond. In terms of price for rooms, venue space, drinks,food, and rentals, I would say that everything was reasonable and worth the price--it was also cheaper than a lot of properties in the area. I really loved that they offered a discount for military personnel, I appreciated the appreciation to those who have served our country. Overall, I couldn't have had a better wedding day anywhere else and am truly thankful for everything they did for me during my entire experience. If you want a wedding with some killer views, fresh air, and good times, go with Mountain Lake Lodge--you won't regret it! I just want to thank Raechel for everything she did for me and Mountain Lake Lodge staff for making my wedding a day that I will always remember, you guys are the best!

pened to be about 6 hours away. From day one, Lyndsi made the beginning process so easy through thorough conversations by phone and email. She answered all my questions and concerns that I had with dates and contracts necessary, not to mention was completely professional and quick to respond. After my contract was signed and date was picked, I then was connected with Raechel Kiefer. Ladies, let me tell you, this woman is an absolute savior. She helped me with anything and everything, including vendors, food, color coordination, recommendations, seating arrangements....you name it, she helped. Not only did she help me with everything, she even helped me get my wedding shoes, which I thought were no longer being made. Raechel is truly the most sweetest, professional, lovely human being I have ever met and I can honestly say that my wedding weekend with my family was as perfect as it was because of her. You would seriously be crazy not to work with her. The hotel rooms in every part of the property are gorgeous and simplistic, which is perfect for the area, as well as the point of getting married on top of a mountain--which is to be intimate with your loved ones without staring at a screen and appreciate the view! The property is very clean and fresh, perfect for an outdoor wedding. The food provided for breakfast and dinner in the lodge, as well as weddings, is superb! All my family and friends ranted and raved over the selection and taste of everything, it's to die for. The hotel has an option for golf carts and vans to transport you and your guests around the property, which is ideal to get from place to place if you are disabled or want to get that perfect shot in your wedding dress. The property staff, bartenders, and wait staff were nice and accommodated everything that we needed during our stay, sometimes going above and beyond. In terms of price for rooms, venue space, drinks,food, and rentals, I would say that everything was reasonable and worth the price--it was also cheaper than a lot of properties in the area. I really loved that they offered a discount for military personnel, I appreciated the appreciation to those who have served our country. Overall, I couldn't have had a better wedding day anywhere else and am truly thankful for everything they did for me during my entire experience. I just want to thank Raechel for everything she did for me and Mountain Lake Lodge staff for making my wedding a day that I will always remember, you guys are the best!

that situation was resolved the communication was 100% better! I do agree with others in that there should be some sort of continental breakfast for the guests who were staying at the lodge. After paying for a room for two nights, it would be nice having a continental breakfast or brunch. Other than that, the rooms were amazing, our room was amazing as well! The day of the wedding was a little hectic, prewedding jitters which Raechel helped ease the nervousness. The wedding ceremony went perfectly and the reception was amazing. Everyone loved the food, said it was the best wedding food they ever had. Big shot out to the staff, especially the gentleman who made sure we got food first and was able to enjoy the day. Absolutely an amazing weekend, lots of amazing memories. Thank you to Mountain Lake, especially Lyndsi and Raechel, you both are amazing!

w the stone walls looked in the ballroom. We booked the gazebo for our ceremony and the ballroom for our reception. I loved how romantic the gazebo was and the ballroom was so classy and elegant. Aside from being such a beautiful venue, all of the staff were incredibly accommodating as well. I did not have any need to hire a wedding planner because Lyndsi and Raechel filled that role for me. They were always an email or phone call away and helped me plan my entire weekend. They also eliminated a lot of stress the day of because they were there to make sure everything ran smoothly. I could not have done it without them! As for the food, we got the "Little Italy" package for our reception. Having good food was the most important thing to my husband and we were both very happy with it. I found everything to be quite affordable and my husband and I were on a very limited budget since he was still in school. The cost of staying at the lodge the whole weekend is a little bit pricey, but the cost of the wedding itself was affordable enough that it ended up being ok. Also, if you are trying to save money then getting married on a Sunday or during the week can save you quite a bit. I got married on a Sunday and I don't regret it at all. If you are on the fence about booking this venue, I can assure you that you will not regret it. The staff is excellent, the food was delicious, and the lodge is beautiful. My wedding weekend was perfect and I am planning on staying at the lodge for my anniversary every year!

my now husband and I started searching for a venue we looked at all the places close to us in Fredericksburg, VA and we were shocked at how much the entire wedding would cost! We found MLL on a wedding venue search and I was sceptical that some place so amazing and famous could possibly be in our price range. I was SHOCKED when the woman we met with told me they would be able to meet our budget and we’d be able to have a gorgeous and elegant wedding!!!! We were able to customise our dinner, pick one of many locations to have our ceremony and reception, and we didn’t have to hire a DJ or rent sound equipment! We chose the Overlook for our ceremony and Mary’s Barn for the reception. We also got a military discount for my dad being a veteran!!!! We didn’t even ask, they told us about it!!! The Overlook is a beautiful and peaceful field on top of the mountain. There is an old golf club house as well as an amazing view of the valley below the lodge, and a view of the mountains in West Virginia with a tree line in the forefront. We chose the view of the WV mountains because of the fall foliage. I think we made a good choice!!! Mary’s Barn is a great cozy place with a back patio for cocktail hour and a huge fireplace inside. It has a nice dance floor and cute white chairs for you and your guests. The day of the wedding went as smooth as it could have gone! The staff was amazing and helped with whatever we needed and I didn’t have to worry about a thing! During dinner the catering manager was there the whole time to help me and my husband. He even went and found Advil for me when I had a headache!!! We left the weekend so happy with beautiful memories of our wedding weekend. Choosing Mountain Lake Lodge to get married will be the best decision of your life!!

rvice was a bit lacking at times. Our friends and family stayed the entire weekend, for the price of lodging , we expected room service, etc. which we did not receive. Overall, would recommend the overlook as a beautiful outdoor venue!

family, and our bridal party. The mountain retreat allowed for our guests to hike around, enjoy the "Dirty Dancing" sites while my groom and I were able to get ready for our big day. Even though, we got a new wedding planner a few months before, Raechel --she was amazing, responsive, on point, super sweet, and so helpful on guiding us through everything – especially on the big day. She helped to setup a few decorations last minute too so my family could get ready. Lyndsi was great too! She really knows her stuff and very professional. Raechel and Lyndsi were both wonderful to work with my mom and me on the pricing and the details of the wedding and the costs. Lyndsi made some great recommendations to help me stay within my budget. I will also add that I could not find someone to just take down my decor after the ceremony and Lyndsi and Raechel graciously offered to stay late and do this for me and my now husband, which was a life saver (no extra cost!) Who wants to do that or make your family do that after your reception? The best! We also stayed up there and had many of guests stay up there (60+) who all loved it. The suites & cabins - wonderful. Really loved that we got to stay up there! The Virginia Cabin that my bridal party got ready in – Lyndsi and Raechel took time to make it look so cute and left me a gift basket! They really paid attention to details. Our family friend did our flowers and the staff helped her every need. Just a few other names to thank are of course, Mike, our bartender of all events that weekend. He was a great bartender and entertainer. AJ, the manager of dining was around always helping with everything – the best! We had many compliments on the food. Kim and Steve at the front desk were willing to help in any way we asked. I know I’m missing a few names but we were so appreciative of everyone. If you are looking for an all-inclusive mountain wedding place- Mountain Lake is your place! The staff makes you feel like you and your family feel like royalty :)

ng every detail and our wedding day was exactly what both myself and my husband had imagined. We appreciate all the steps that were taken by everyone at the lodge to ensure our day was stress free and it absolutely was. The venue was gorgeous and a perfect setting for two people who love the outdoors. We want to thank Mountain Lake Lodge for a wonderful wedding experience and memories!

own private rooms. We have tons of kids in our family and it was the perfect place for them as well. There was even an home VT football game the weekend of our wedding but everyone felt cozy and tucked away in the mountains with no crazy gameday traffic. We got tons of compliments on the barbecue dinner we served at our reception and the farewell brunch got great reviews as well. We had our ceremony at the gazebo which was gorgeous with a little tulle and flowers, and our reception at Mary's Barn. There was so much room for the dance party we had after dinner. There's nothing like getting more time with your wedding guests, and that's exactly what we got with everyone staying at Mountain Lake. Raechel is an absolute DREAM to work with and so helpful and understanding. Even when I changed my mind or switched things up on her, she was so flexible and friendly. I highly recommend having your wedding at Mountain Lake!

al day! It can be a little bit pricey for your guests to stay but we didn’t have a problem. The only issue I had from our family and friends was that there was no continental breakfast or anything of the such. You had to literally pay for everything that you did there but again it wasn’t that big of a deal. As far as the ceremony and the reception staff did a wonderful job with coordinating everything in making sure that everything went off without a hitch! I cannot say enough good things about the staff at Mountain Lake, they are just the most wonderful people! We had some rowdy guest and they handled them beautifully. They let us have our wedding the way we wanted to and did anything they could to make everything we wanted happen!