A White Mountain Wedding
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Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Welcome to our neck of the woods!
There are very few places where guests can experience fine dining, mountain views, and a premier four-season resort without compromise. Nestled in the heart of the White Mountains, Owl's Nest boasts a beautifully serene location and luxurious amenities perfectly fit for your dream wedding.
As the largest growing resort in New England, Owl's Nest proudly features several styles of picturesque accommodations, New Hampshire's only Nicklaus Design 18-hole Golf Course, and the first racquet complex in New Hampshire to feature all three major racquet sports - Pickleball, Tennis, and Platform Tennis.
Upon arriving here, you'll find very few reasons to leave. With kayaking and swimming on Lake Harold, an outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi, a Technogym Activity Center, and exquisite on-property dining in Panorama Six82,Slice Pizzeria or Butch's Brooklyn Deli, opportunities for recreation and relaxation are around every corner.
Also onsite find the WellNest Spa and Rejuvenation Center. A wellness driven spa offering custom treatments grounded in integrative care.
Owl's Nest's centralized location between the Lakes Region and White Mountains also provides unlimited access to miles of hiking and walking trails; refreshing rivers and lakes; and incredible scenery bound to take your breath away.
Choose where you'll spend your special day from one of our signature event venues:
The Sunset Pavilion
Ceremonies are accommodated on a fieldstone patio and with the eye-catching Franconia Notch mightily rising from the north, your wedding will have a backdrop like no other. Featuring an open-air design and modern interior, the Sunset Pavilion is the ideal space for you and guests to celebrate your special weekend amongst the afterglow of a signature, New Hampshire sunset.
The LakeHouse
Overlooking Lake Harold with the Sandwich Mountain Range towering above in the background, the LakeHouse can accommodate gatherings of any style. Large windows for natural lighting, rustic timber framework, and an open wrap-around deck make events at the LakeHouse extraordinarily special. Winter weddings in our Lakehouse Loft are romantic and elegant.
Complete your wedding weekend with a welcome party in the Boathouse, a Night Owl After Party in the Vault, or a Farewell Brunch!
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Ballroom
Barn
Country Club
Garden
Hotel
Mountain
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Gail BatstoneDirector of SalesGail Batstone is our Director of Sales. She has been working in the hospitality business for over 35 years. Before joining the Owl's Nest team, she was the General Manager of the Mill Falls at the Lake in Meredith for 22 years. Her passion lies in guiding clients such as bridal couples and meeting planners to ensure their vision is exceeded. She has thousands of exciting events under her planning tiara! Gail is also passionate about the industry that she works within and is the Chairwoman of the Board of the New Hampshire and Lodging Association, Board Member of Lakes Region Tourism Association, and volunteers her time at various community organizations. In her free time, Gail enjoys yoga, hiking, kayaking, and all things furry!
- Amy McCoilSales ManagerAmy McCoil is our Event Sales and Catering Manager. She joined the Owl’s Nest team in 2019 after a move from Rhode Island to New Hampshire. She brings over 15 years of hospitality experience from OceanCliff Hotel in Newport, RI. Amy has coordinated weddings that were featured in Newport Wedding Magazine, Southern New England Weddings, and The Knot. She takes pride in her relationships with clients and vendors and understands the intricacies that go into making a wedding run smoothly. She believes good food and music are what make a wedding memorable! Her favorite moment of the wedding day is the minutes right before the bride walks down the aisle; all the hard work and labors of love have come to fruition! When not on the grounds of the resort, she enjoys exploring the White Mountains with her husband, two kids, and golden retriever and also spending time in Rhode Island with her extended family.
- Beccah RiessSales AdministratorBeccah Riess is an integral part of the Owl’s Nest team as our Sales Administrator and brings over a decade of diverse experience in the hospitality industry. Since joining in 2023, her extensive background combined with her genuine passion for helping others has allowed her to assist countless couples in turning their wedding dreams into unforgettable realities. Her dedication extends beyond her professional role; Beccah volunteers her event planning expertise to a local non-profit, contributing to meaningful causes whenever possible. As a proud New Hampshire native, she embraces the state's natural beauty, spending quality time outdoors with her husband and two children. When she’s not busy assisting couples, Beccah enjoys running to stay active and has a deep love for animal rescue, giving her time and heart to help those in need. Her commitment to both her community and her family makes her a valuable asset to both Owl’s Nest and the greater New Hampshire area.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0117 reviews
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Review Summary
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Owl's Nest Resort receives glowing reviews from multiple satisfied customers for their exceptional wedding services and beautiful venues like the Lakehouse, Sunset Pavilion, and Boathouse. The staff, including coordinators like Taylor, Victoria, and Amy, are highly praised for their professionalism and attention to detail, ensuring seamless event planning and execution. Guests appreciate the stunning views, delicious food, convenient on-site lodging, and variety of activities available. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Owl's Nest Resort for a dream wedding experience.Review photos
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Alicia C
5.0
3/07/2026
We worked with Gail and then Victoria for all of our day of planning. Besides being a beautiful venue that doesn’t need much to stand out, they make it easy. The bang for your buck...
on what you get was there. Then when it came down to the day of planning they are great. From our first meeting with Victoria we could not help but comment on how easy it made planning. We had everything we needed and more, and they didn’t make anything feel overwhelming. When the day of hits, Victoria and the Owl’s Nest team really know how to make sure you have everything you need, including a tissue if you cry at the first look.
Janelle S
5.0
3/01/2026
We celebrated our wedding at the Owls Nest Resort and had the pleasure of working alongside Victoria Blauvelt on our wedding day. She was on top of absolutely everything, when some...
thing came up she immediately had a solution. She was phenomenal. We couldn’t imagine our wedding day without Victorias help. Highly recommend the Owls Nest Resort! This was the first venue we toured, we ended up touring 8 others and nothing compared to the Owls Nest. We got married in the Lakehouse and my expectations were well over exceeded!
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Emily F
5.0
2/28/2026
There aren’t enough great things I can say about Owl’s Nest. The sunset pavilion was a gorgeous venue for our wedding. The views during the ceremony were perfect and the reception ...
space is amazing. We also loved hosting our welcome party in the boathouse and because it was a long weekend we had our goodbye breakfast in the pavilion too! It was such a bonus! The late night space was a perfect way to wrap the fun we had. The entire owls nest team was amazing. Gail was an amazing initial point person for us and then working with Lauren for all our details was so easy. She made all our decisions manageable and handled everything day of with ease. We are so happy to have used them!!!
Katherine S
5.0
2/07/2026
Owl’s nest was the perfect venue for our wedding day. They made sure the day went off without any issues and was exactly as we pictured it! Working with Amy M. as our event coordin...
ator and Victoria B. as our day of coordinator was so nice they did such a perfect job ensuring all of our needs were met. They did a great job guiding us in what we needed to do to make sure we didn’t run into any hiccups! I couldn’t have asked for a better venue to host our wedding at and start this next chapter of our lives.
Ali F
5.0
1/27/2026
From start to finish, the team at Owl’s Nest was by our side. We felt heard, aware and secure with planning the biggest day of our lives so far. They know their STUFF.
Taylor was...
our Event Specialist, and we feel so lucky. She was there to help us with any and all blips before and during the day (but kept us unaware of anything wrong day of). She was our (unofficial) content creator, capturing the in between moments before we had our professional photos available. They used our decor to perfection. I truly can’t say enough good things.
After every meeting and touch-base, I (the bride) felt less anxious and was able to remain calm throughout the weekend.
Staying on site was a dream. 1000/10, would always recommend.
Hannah M
5.0
1/05/2026
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding experience at Owl’s Nest! From start to finish, everything was exceptional. Our wedding coordinator, Taylor James, was absolutely ...
incredible to work with- organized, responsive, calm, and truly invested in making our day perfect. We felt completely supported every step of the way.
Staying on site was such a huge bonus and made the entire weekend feel relaxed and seamless for us and our guests. The venue itself is stunning and so thoughtfully designed, providing a beautiful backdrop for every photo.
Our guests are still raving about the resort! We are so grateful we chose Owl’s Nest Resort and couldn’t recommend it more highly to anyone planning a wedding.
Brittany S
5.0
12/18/2025
I hands-down love every visit to Owl’s Nest. The grounds are gorgeous, the accommodations are beautiful, and the food is SO good. Their wedding and catering teams are truly top-not...
ch - they know exactly what they’re doing, and as a planner, I LOVE working with them. And the venues - The LakeHouse, the Boathouse, and the Pavilion - are all absolutely stunning. They run such a tight ship and deliver incredible service from start to finish every time.
Huge shoutout to Victoria and Lauren, who are always on top of every detail and such a joy to work with. I can’t wait for my next visit back and I truly can’t recommend Owl’s Nest enough for couples looking for an incredible resort to host their wedding at!
Katie D
5.0
12/07/2025
We could not have chosen a better place to get married than Owl’s Nest. The venue itself is absolutely stunning—every corner felt picture-perfect and created the most beautiful bac...
kdrop for our day.
From the very beginning, Gail was incredible to work with. She answered every single question (and we had a lot!) with patience, clarity, and genuine care. She made the planning process feel so easy and stress-free.
Our day-of coordinator, Haleigh, was truly the MVP. She was beyond accommodating and made everything run seamlessly. She anticipated every detail before we even thought of it and made sure the entire day felt effortless. We genuinely couldn’t imagine the wedding going as smoothly without her.
If you’re considering Owl’s Nest—do it. The venue, the team, and the entire experience were perfect. Highly, highly recommend!
Tom H
5.0
12/04/2025
My wife and I knew from the moment we met Gail and toured the Owl’s Nest, we wanted to get married here. And we’re so thankful we did. Everything was a dream. We worked with Taylor...
James and she was lovely and incredibly helpful. She was always quick with a response and she took so much off of our plates.
The venue itself is perfect for your wedding. We had the rehearsal and welcome drinks Thursday night at the Sunset Pavilion and our wedding Friday at the Lakehouse. Both have stunning views and make for beautiful pictures from your special day. Having the majority of our guests stay on the property, and the number of things to do there made for such a fun and perfect weekend. My friends and I golfed while a lot of the girls were at the spa or pool. The space was perfect for 185 people and all of the food and drinks were delicious. Super friendly employees and you can’t beat the accommodations - clean, comfortable, super convenient, and close to everything. My wife and I can’t wait to go back and spend anniversary weekends there!
Jessica D
5.0
11/30/2025
We got married at the Sunset Pavilion at Owl’s Nest and could not be happier with our choice! Our coordinator was so responsive and they made planning so easy. All of our guests ha...
d the best time and couldn’t stop saying how beautiful it was. We also used almost exclusively Owl’s Nest preferred vendors and they were all excellent!
Ryan L
5.0
11/29/2025
Taylor went above and beyond. She was my rock for the whole experience. She listened and made my dream come true. She is executed every plan with precision and her expertise was im...
pressive. She went as far as making sure no one could see me every time the door opened. She made sure I was comfortable and always checked to make sure I had everything I needed. She was very thorough and professional throughout every step of the way I would highly recommend Taylor to every single person that I know getting married. She made this process so smooth and enjoyable and fun. Taylor, thank you so much for everything.
Caity D
5.0
11/24/2025
Our wedding at Owls Nest was truly a dream. Beccah was our first point of contact and was so helpful and so kind from the start. She answered all of our questions and was just the ...
best. Our coordinator for the day was Haleigh, and if I could give her 10 stars I would. I feel like the day went so seamless because she is just that good! She is so easy to work with and truly cares about her couples. Jordan also worked our wedding and she was the best! I can't say enough good things about them. The venue is beautiful, the food is delicious, and a lot of our outside vendors love working with Owls Nest. Truly, it was the best day. I can't thank Owls Nest and the team we had enough for creating such a special day for us.
Marissa T
5.0
11/05/2025
Had the best experience with Amy. We ended up not moving forward with owls nest but had nothing to do with the venue. Gorgeous venue and great team. 100% recommend. Amy is the best...
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Meghan L
5.0
10/26/2025
Owl’s nest was single-handedly everything we dreamed of for our wedding. It had everything we wanted for our special weekend. The resort has so many lodging options for guests, and...
being from other states and having a majority of guests traveling 2.5/3 hours, it was great that everything was on site. Including delicious restaurant options and the market and spa! My groom was able to golf the day before our wedding with his friends, and our guests golfed all weekend. Our rehearsal dinner was at the BoatHouse and it was stunning and just a smaller version of our wedding at the Lakehouse! Our guests loved the welcome party option after the rehearsal dinner and it was so great to be able to spend so much one on one time with guests the day before the wedding, giving us more time for each other the day of the the wedding. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, from start to finish. Taylor was our senior event specialist, and she was incredible. She was so great with communicating with us and just understood my vision on the wedding! She was so helpful the day of and had notes on absolutely everything from the right napkin fold to what drinks we wanted after the ceremony for my entire wedding party. She was organized and professional and on top of it! Owl’s Nest truly made us feel special in every way. We weren’t rushed out of the venue the night of to take all of our decor down like other venues I’ve been too. Taylor and the chef helped with dietary restrictions for guests and even heated up gluten free apple cider donuts that I bought for one of my guests and delivered them to her table. Every single detailed was executed perfectly. Even the send off breakfast the next morning my guests raved about. I couldn’t have been more happy with our decision to get married at Owl’s Nest. And we cannot wait to come back and celebrate our anniversary on resort for many years to come. Special thank you to Taylor, Amy and the entire team!
Katie S
5.0
10/25/2025
We are writing this review approximately two months late because we had so much fun at our wedding at Owl’s Nest in August that we are just coming back to earth (or getting over ou...
r hangovers…HA!). Our experience at the Owl’s Nest was excellent from the very beginning when we took our tour of the venue with Gail. She was thorough in explaining all the different options, super kind, and she had the answers to any and all questions that we had. We had a blast at the tasting event that was held several months before our wedding, and aside from sampling the great food and drinks, it was also helpful to meet the coordinators in person and see several decor options in the venue itself. Speaking of coordinators, we had the world’s best - Taylor James - to work with throughout the process. She was extremely organized and thorough, but more importantly she was personable and fun. We had a lot of ‘non-traditional’ fun ideas and brainstorms, and she immediately understood what we were going for and made helpful suggestions that fit exactly with our wedding ‘vibe’. Also leading up to our actual weekend we worked with Kailee for our room block and arranging room assignments - she was amazing! My wife’s divorced parents were roomed nowhere near each other - a good thing for ALL. Now to the main event - the wedding weekend itself!
We had our welcome party at the Boathouse with some lawn games outdoors by the fire pits. Food was excellent, staff were super friendly and fun! The weather was perfect so most of our guests ate dinner inside and spent the second half of the evening enjoying the beautiful sunset outside.
Lastly the main event - the wedding day itself. First of all we need to return to Taylor and how great she was. She looked out for us the entire wedding weekend, made sure we were on time for photos wedding morning, and kept us relaxed and laughing. We knew we were in good hands! Her assistant that weekend was Victoria, who we met during our decor drop - off. We are people who like to laugh and have a good time, and we hit it off with Victoria right away. She was organized and had a quick solution for any issue that came up. We literally laughed with the two of them all afternoon during our first look pictures and last minute getting ready for the wedding ceremony.
Our ceremony and reception were at the Sunset Pavilion - an absolutely stunning venue. All of our decor was set up perfectly, and the Owl’s Nest staff worked with each of our vendors so the ceremony + reception went off seamlessly. We cannot say enough about the servers, banquet captains, and bartenders - they were very friendly and we really appreciated how attentive they were. Also, the food!! I’m a girl who loves apps, and these were great - not to mention the main meal as well. We had a fun poodle themed party cart with numerous party items that Taylor and Victoria helped wheel in when we made our re-entrance in our late night party outfits (did I mention they were great?? THEY ARE!). My wife and I have been together for nearly ten years, so this wedding was indeed a long time coming. We went in with high expectations for a stunningly beautiful venue that could also help us put on a great party, and we got all of that and more. Our guests have continued to rave about the entire resort! We truly cannot say enough about the Owl’s Nest as a venue and also their staff - everyone we encountered during this process was friendly, welcoming, and fun.
Leah W
5.0
10/15/2025
have your wedding at Owls Nest Resort!!! It was the best day of my life. Everything was perfect. Haleigh made my speical day perfect!!!
Cathryn D
5.0
10/08/2025
Our experience with Owl’s Nest was absolutely incredible from start to finish! From the moment we toured the venue with Gail, we knew this was where we wanted to get married. She m...
ade the entire booking process so easy and helped us choose the perfect date. Owl’s Nest truly offers an all-in-one experience — the on-site lodging made it so convenient for our family and friends, and every space on the property is breathtaking.
We hosted our wedding in The Lakehouse, which was stunning, and originally planned to have our rehearsal dinner and welcome party in The Vault. When our guest list grew, the team seamlessly moved our welcome party to The Sunset Pavilion, and it worked out perfectly! We even reserved the golf simulators at Slice, which added such a fun touch for our guests.
A huge thank-you to Taylor, our event planner — she was absolutely amazing. She put so much thought and detail into everything and made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. The night before and the day of the wedding, she and her team went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. I was nervous about vendor coordination, and Taylor personally reached out to each one to confirm everything so I wouldn’t have to worry. On our wedding day, she was my cheerleader, problem-solver, and calm in the chaos.
I know Owl’s Nest has several planners, but I truly feel so lucky to have had Taylor. She made our entire experience unforgettable, and we could not have asked for a better venue or team. I would recommend Owl’s Nest to any couple looking for a beautiful, seamless, and joy-filled wedding experience!
Ashley M
5.0
9/08/2025
I would recommend Owl’s Nest for your wedding again and again! The venue is absolutely stunning, and it’s so nice having everyone stay right at the resort. You can walk to everythi...
ng, and the convenience store at the resort makes getting food super easy. There is also a restaurant guests who are staying for the weekend can go to! The coordinators are absolutely amazing and make the planning process and say of SO EASY. It was totally stress free the day of.
Amy R
5.0
9/01/2025
The best decision of our lives was marrying each other. The second best was choosing to have our wedding at Owl’s Nest!
Our wedding weekend was an absolute dream, all thanks to th...
e incredible team at Owl’s Nest. From our very first tour of the venue to the final moments of the weekend, every single team member greeted us with warmth, encouragement, and professionalism.
We’d especially like to shout out Gail Batstone, Taylor James, Kailee Smith, and Chef Matthew MacDonald for going above and beyond.
Gail welcomed us with genuine enthusiasm from day one. At the time, we didn’t have a clear vision for our wedding—just a few non-negotiables that were important to us. Gail helped us shape that initial vision with such care, and she stayed in touch throughout the planning process, making us feel like part of the Owl’s Nest family.
Taylor is truly the wedding coordinator of dreams! She's incredibly organized, and also easy-going—an invaluable combination when navigating the rollercoaster of wedding planning. She provided us with planning templates and resources, kept us on track with timelines and check-in meetings, and brought such a calming, joyful energy to the whole process. Taylor took the time to understand what mattered most to us, and worked tirelessly to bring those details to life. When the big weekend arrived, she orchestrated every moving part seamlessly—all while staying connected with us and our guests to make sure everyone was taken care of. We love her!
We’re also deeply grateful to Kailee and the lodging team for helping us arrange (and rearrange) accommodations for our guests. They were responsive, organized, and flexible, which made all the difference. The cozy, community feel of the on-site lodging set the perfect tone for the weekend—it made everything feel connected, intimate, and easy.
Having catering built into the Owl’s Nest experience made planning so much smoother—and the food itself was absolutely incredible. We are especially thankful to Chef Matthew and his team. Serving great food was a top priority for us, and they delivered above and beyond. Chef Matthew also created a special meal for a close family friend, which had been a dream of ours from the very beginning. That thoughtful gesture meant the world to us.
And of course, the venue itself is nothing short of magical. The stunning mountain views, the serene natural surroundings, the breathtaking LakeHouse, and the welcoming on-site lodging created the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories.
We couldn’t have asked for a better place—or better people—to celebrate the most meaningful weekend of our lives. Cheers to the Owl’s Nest Resort and the amazing team who make the magic happen!
-Amy and Zander
Jaye M
5.0
8/11/2025
Owl’s Nest was an incredible venue and the absolute best place for our wedding! We loved every minute of our wedding weekend and wouldn’t change a thing! We booked with Amy Mccoil ...
who was very helpful in the initial process and tour. Our coordinator was Haleigh O’Regan, and she was truly amazing throughout both the planning process and on wedding weekend. She was so helpful and organized during pre-wedding meetings and thought of everything to make our wedding everything we envisioned. Once we got on resort on wedding weekend, she took all of our decor and stored it until the wedding so we had nothing to worry about. On wedding day she set everything up perfectly and it looked even better than I had pictured! The weather was looking tenuous at times, but she worked with us to make a last minute decision to have the ceremony outside, and it all worked out so well. She even gave our photographer great recommendations on where to get the best photos out on the course during golden hour. I know our wedding would not have gone so smoothly without her help! As for the resort, it was absolutely beautiful, and we loved the idea of having many of our wedding guests staying at the resort. It was so nice having everyone so close and all the accommodations were wonderful! Our guests were raving about their rooms and houses. The one concern we had before the wedding was that we weren’t given a huge amount of lodging on the resort to accommodate as many guests as we would like. It turned out to be ok, and we just had some guests stay at other nearby hotels. Maybe in the future there will be more lodging available as there is quite a bit of construction and expansion happening! Thank you Owl’s Nest for a wonderful experience! We would highly recommend this venue and also the resort as a whole!
Lindsay G
5.0
8/05/2025
Where to even begin — everything about our experience with Owl’s Nest was absolutely incredible! From our very first tour with Amy (who even made time to pop in and see me on the b...
ig day) to the gorgeous snowy December tasting and finally to the wedding itself, we were blown away every step of the way.
The venue is stunning — every building is brand new and beautifully designed. Our guests were so impressed and loved the pool, tennis courts, restaurants/deli, and the golf course. It truly felt like a destination getaway. Our only wish was that the onsite hotel had been completed in time so all our guests could have stayed right there with us!
The biggest shoutout goes to our amazing coordinators, Haleigh and Jordyn. We couldn’t have asked for a better team. Haleigh kept me calm through a weekend forecast full of potential thunderstorms — even a wall of water during our first look! She brought such a great energy to our sunset photos and made the day so much fun and stress free. Both she and Jordyn were there for us at every turn, always one step ahead, and made us feel SO taken care of. We truly felt like the most special people in the world.
Owl’s Nest gave us a wedding weekend we’ll never forget. We’re so grateful to the whole team for making it all so magical.
Melanie S
5.0
7/15/2025
1000000% recommend owls nest! Absolutely gorgeous venue covered in all the beauty of the White Mountains. The staff was absolutely incredible and accommodations were perfect. We ha...
d Taylor as our coordinator for our wedding and she was unbelievable. Taylor is the sweetest angel on planet earth and went so above and beyond to ensure that our day was perfect. HIGHLY recommend booking your wedding here!
Mitchell H
5.0
6/13/2025
Taylor James made our wedding planning process and day of magical. She is organized, efficient, honest, professional, communicates well, and fun!
Owls Nest is beautiful and the gr...
ounds are well maintained, plenty of things to do on site, but the staff is what stands out the most. Kailee in lodging department was 10/10. Taylor James and Victoria made our day so special and did so much beyond what I expected!!! Denise is the most incredible fun outgoing and professional bartender. Tim made sure everyone was transported safely!! Highly recommend Owls Nest!!
Mackenna D
5.0
6/12/2025
The team at Owls Nest is absolutely incredible. Cannot say enough good things! Everything from start to finish in the entire process had timely responses and incredibly professiona...
l. The venue itself is stunning and has everything you could ever want. The team, specifically Gail and Haleigh and Lisa, brought my vision to life with my decor and worked with my vendors to handle every detail. Haleigh was incredible, throwing my veil in pictures and helping me fight the wind! Would not have my wedding anywhere else - was absolutely incredible.
Arianna G
5.0
5/28/2025
Owl's Nest is simply the best all-around venue! My husband and I got married at ON on 5/10/2025 it was simply the best day of our lives, and we wish we could relieve that whole wee...
kend!
We knew ON was the venue for us the moment we pulled up the hill and saw the beautiful property. The day we met Amy C. she was so knowledgeable of every question we had, professional and was so excited for us and our engagement!
Nicholas and I loved how everything is on property we really wanted our guest to all be in one place, so this was a huge selling point for us! Which we highly recommend not only will you love it but your guest will too! ON property is beautiful, clean, welcoming, and very active with restaurants-golf simulator-bar-activities- and Butch's Deli (delicious by the way)! The property literally has everything you need!
Now let's get to our shining star Taylor James! Taylor is a bride's best friend! A wedding coordinator that came straight from a fairy godmother! Taylor is able to do her job top notch with a smile and a splash of assertiveness. Which if you have a rowdy crowd you will need!! She was everything and more that we could have dreamt of for our day, it is hard to trust how your vision just comes to life but Taylor and her team 110% do that for you! We were ecstatic with how the whole weekend went! We highly recommend ON and its whole team if you are thinking of booking your event with them, don't think do it! If you don't you are going to miss out on making something that can be very stressful so smooth. We cannot thank the whole crew, Taylor, the venue enough for being perfect! AND if you are afraid it may rain on your wedding day a helpful hint: bury a sausage don't trust this bride watch the tiktok videos ... it works!!! Cheers to love, crazy dance floors, an amazing wedding coordinator and the PERFECT venue!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!
Bayla W
5.0
5/06/2025
There aren’t enough words to describe how amazing our wedding weekend was at Owl’s Nest Resort.
From the start of our planning process, we knew we wanted a venue that offered exce...
ptional customer service, ultimate convenience for our guests, a space to let loose, and the ability to celebrate all weekend long with the people we love most. Owl’s Nest delivered on all of that—and so much more.
We had the pleasure of first working with Beccah Riess from the sales team. She is truly THE BEST. From our first meeting, she made us feel at ease. Beccah was resourceful, flexible, and provided what felt like endless options to help us craft the wedding weekend of our dreams. She was always communicative, never pushy, and completely open to the many questions we had during those early planning stages.
Beccah then introduced us to our incredible wedding planner, Taylor James. Taylor is a 12/10—the GOAT—and someone we’d recommend to absolutely anyone getting married.
She supported us through every step of the process. We loved her calm, cool, and collected approach. Taylor kept things real, paid close attention to every detail, and always gave thoughtful, professional advice that helped bring our vision to life. We truly cannot thank her enough.
As you can probably tell, we highly recommend Owl’s Nest. Between the resort amenities, the fantastic restaurants, and the amazing staff, it’s a magical place. We’re so thankful for our Owl’s Nest team—people like Beccah, Taylor, and Kailee, our amazing lodging coordinator, who made sure all our guests were housed near each other (shout out to you, Kailee!). The bartenders at our rehearsal and wedding were unreal, the golf pros were a hit, and every staff member contributed to making our weekend unforgettable.
Our guests are still texting us about what an epic time they had—and how they want to do it all over again next year!
Katheryn F
5.0
4/27/2025
This past Friday, my husband and I got married at Owl’s Nest Resort at the Lakehouse, and it truly was the best night ever! We had an absolute blast and couldn’t have imagined a mo...
re perfect day.
Taylor, Liz, and Victoria were the ultimate dream team. They were so organized, kept us on schedule, and constantly checked in to make sure we were feeling calm and present throughout the entire weekend. Their communication, both with us and with our vendors, made everything run so smoothly. Even leading up to the wedding, we felt completely at ease knowing they had everything under control.
The entire staff was amazing, and our bartenders, Denise and Ashley, were incredible!! So energetic, fun, and they really vibed with our group, making the night even more memorable.
Another reason we loved Owl’s Nest is the convenience. We were able to host everything in one place, and our guests had the option to stay right on property or at nearby hotels. It made the whole weekend feel so easy and connected.
After the wedding, we kept saying we couldn’t believe how perfect everything was. We are beyond grateful we chose Owl’s Nest and couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else!
Arianna G
5.0
4/24/2025
We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Owl's Nest Resort as our wedding venue. From the breathtaking scenery to the exceptional accommodations, everything ...
about the property was truly stunning. Our guests were blown away by the beauty of the venue and the comfort of their stay—many told us it was one of the most memorable wedding weekends they’ve ever attended.
One of the biggest highlights was the outstanding staff. We were fortunate to work with Haleigh and Jordan, two incredible coordinators who were with us every step of the way. They helped us manage logistics, communicate with vendors, and ensured that every detail of our weekend ran smoothly. Their professionalism, organization, and genuine care made all the difference.
Owl's Nest also provided catering for the entire weekend—including our rehearsal dinner, welcome party, wedding reception, and farewell brunch—and every meal was absolutely delicious. The food was consistently excellent, and we received countless compliments from our guests.
Choosing Owl's Nest Resort was one of the best decisions we made. They helped create a flawless, unforgettable celebration, and we are endlessly grateful.
Rebecca D
5.0
4/06/2025
We 100% recommend owl's nest - all of the staff we interacted with were friendly and went above and beyond for us. We feel so grateful to have had our wedding there. The food was a...
mazing, accommodations were outstanding, and all of our guests are still raving about it all!
Jill P
5.0
3/30/2025
I don’t have enough good things to say about The Owls Nest. Their professionalism, communication and accommodation was unmatched. Their attention to detail , service and the way th...
ey made our weekend fully custom to us was what made them stand out. Taylor was our day of coordinator and she was the absolute best. She covered every detail and made sure everything went according to the way we wanted it, and made it so the day of we were totally hands off. She was an advocate for us and we truly appreciated all of her hard work throughout the entire weekend. She was there from the start of the rehearsal all the way through the end of the wedding making sure everything was perfect. Most of our guests said our wedding was one of the best they’ve ever been to, and we have Taylor and The Owls Nest to thank for that!
jessica h
5.0
2/20/2025
Where the HECK do I begin? I sought out to plan a February winter wedding in New Hampshire while I was moving from Georgia to Washington STATE, starting a new job, and nursing my d...
og back to health after an awful injury. Because of Owls Nest, I would not change a thing. This planning process as well as the execution of our FOUR event weekend, was phenomenal. From the day we met Gail and got a tour of the property, we were absolutely sold. We sat in one of their THREE restaurants, Panorama 682, and hadn’t even gotten our drinks yet before we were listing all the positives this venue had to offer. Guest experience was extremely important to us, as we had over 80% of our guests flying in for our wedding weekend. During both our welcome and our wedding, the owl’s nest van ran throughout the entire property to pick up and drop off guests. The lodging office and staff were incredible. Prior to the weekend, the worked relentlessly to ensure all my guests were in the correct types of housing and with the right families, to eliminate any potential drama. Upon arriving for our wedding weekend, they were checking in on me, delivering welcome bags, and going above and beyond to make sure our experience went well – they never made me feel like I was asking too much of them. When my guests were not required to be at an event, they utilized everything Owl’s Nest had to offer. They went ice skating on the lake, played heated table tennis, enjoyed the spa, ate DELICIOUS meals at Butch’s deli and The Slice, and even practiced their swing at the golf simulator. It was perfect. And I need to give Butch’s a special shout out – their deli sandwiches were INSANE, people were raving, including myself. It was also perfect for the boys to pick up some beers, and my sick family to grab some meds. The catering specialist was amazing helping coordinate and deliver our morning of the wedding breakfast platters. Now, before I run our of characters, Taylor…She was the best thing to happen to me at owls nest. For 6 months she held my hand through this process and helped me with every question I had. She was thoughtful, thorough, honest when I needed her to be, kind, never lost patience, and went absolutely above and beyond her “job description”. Taylor was detail oriented down to the minute and I really owe everything to her for the weekend going smoothly. Taylor ran around from The Sunset Pavilion for our welcome dinner on Friday, to our wedding day on Saturday, and made sure everything was perfect for our Bunch on Sunday. She organized all the drop off’s and set ups with all our vendors, and make sure the venues looked perfect. If you are looking for your guests to tell you that this was the best wedding they have ever gone to, you should get married at Owl’s Nest. I will forever be grateful to this place and these people.
Jacquilyn Z
5.0
2/04/2025
The perfect wedding venue. My husband and I were looking for a venue that included an on-site wedding planner that would help us every step of the way, on-campus lodging for our gu...
ests, and on-site catering. Although these were our "must haves," we got so much more when we booked at Owl's Nest. We got a beautiful landscape and great staff that took care of everything from the moment we booked. Our planner, Haleigh, made the planning process so easy that when it came to the actual day, I was the least stressed I had been since wedding planning. My husband and I went up there a few days early to relax and spend time together before the hectic big day. We took advantage of the beautiful weather by relaxing at the pool and the lake, as well as eating some delicious food. It was everything I wanted my wedding day to be and more.
Madison G
5.0
1/18/2025
I can't thank Owl's Nest enough for making our wedding day so perfect! Haylea was a dream to work with! She kept me calm and smiling the entire day and I am SO grateful!! The food...
and drinks were amazing and our guests can't stop talking about our wedding! We highly recommend Owl's Nest to anyone looking for not only a beautiful venue but attentive staff!
Sarah D
5.0
11/29/2024
@Haylea M, our wedding planner, was INCREDIBLE. I cannot express how grateful we were to have her on our wedding day, and leading up to it! She was organized, flexible, helpful and...
gave us guidance throughout our day. She answered every question we had in a timely manner, and made us feel like we were the only people in her mind. Haylea is selfless, passionate about her job and her clients, and incredibly kind. She made our wedding day the wedding of our dreams, and remembered EVERY detail. We decided at the last minute we wanted our ceremony inside, and Haylea and the rest of the Owl’s Nest staff made it happen within minutes with no complaints. We could not recommend Owl’s Nest more!
Jennifer L
5.0
11/04/2024
My husband & I recently go married at Owl's Nest in September & they exceeded our expectations!! It was the first & only venue we looked at 2 1/2 years ago & we couldn't have been ...
more happy with our decision. We can't thank Amy McCoil, Taylor James & all of the staff enough who helped make our day the most memorable!! All of our guests keep talking about how awesome everything was- including the most delicious food & how smooth the day went! 10/10 recommend having your wedding here, it will not disappoint!!
Nicole L
5.0
11/01/2024
Everything was amazing but I especially want to compliment our day of coordinator Haylea - she was incredible!
Hayley D
5.0
10/30/2024
We had our September 2024 wedding in the Sunset Pavilion. We stumbled upon Owl's Nest in at the end of 2022 when the Pavilion was just being built. We fell in love with the views, ...
the accommodations, golf course, and booked our wedding there without visiting! We had been sent the plans for the Pavilion and knew it would be the perfect fit for us. Amy was our sales representative and was extremely helpful and always available to answer our many questions throughout the entire process.
Taylor was our day of coordinator and I cannot say enough great things about her and the entire Owls Nest staff for our rehearsal dinner and wedding. Everything for both events ran so smoothly. We truly cannot think of one thing that went wrong on our wedding day /rehearsal dinner and we owe all of that to our amazing coordinator Taylor, her assistant, and the rest of the staff at Owls Nest. The views are amazing, the golf course is extremely well maintained, and the accommodations are top notch. The Sunset Pavilion is absolutely stunning! Everything on our wedding day was perfect. Our friends and family are still talking about how great Owls Nest was! I highly recommend Owls Nest to anyone looking for a wedding venue and we look forward to visiting again in the future.
Lauren A
5.0
10/07/2024
We are so happy that we chose Owl’s Nest Resort for our wedding! Absolutely beautiful views and the professionalism of the staff is top notch. Everybody was so impressed with the r...
esort and the venue spaces that we used for rehearsal dinner, reception, and breakfast. Haylea and Lilli were key in keeping our day on a schedule and attending to any of our needs, big or small!
Ashley P
5.0
9/15/2024
The location is beautiful and our Wedding coordinator Haylea who was assigned to us was incredibly kind. The staff helped put our vision together as we dropped off all of the decor...
and easily made the accommodations that we needed. I can absolutely say that I felt that my wedding day was PERFECT. I couldn’t be happier.
Brittany Z
5.0
8/08/2024
Owls Nest has the most beautiful venues and the team was an absolute dream to work with. They helped us throw a perfect wedding weekend and made sure every detail was planned. A lo...
t of our guests chose to stay the whole weekend on Owls Nest resort and are still raving about it over a month later. A few friends have even booked a return trip already.
The weekend was amazing, but the actual wedding night was absolutely incredible and I couldn’t not have done it without the Owls nest team. They don’t let you forget any details and help every step of the way.
I would recommend Owls Nest a million times over!
Kylie G
5.0
8/07/2024
We had the absolute best experience working with Owls Nest Resort! From the start, we knew we wanted to have our wedding here, and they did not disappoint! From the very beginning ...
of the planning process, we were in constant contact with Gail, and were able to have any questions answered. The tasting event was very organized, well-run, and so delicious!
Six months out, we were introduced to our day-of coordinator, Haylea Minnis. Haylea was AMAZING to work with! She was friendly, approachable, organized and prepared, and extremely helpful every step of the way. While we knew she was working on many events at once, she always made us feel like we were the most important people/event she was coordinating. We left all of our decor labeled and organized with her, and she took the lead from there! Everything was set up exactly how we had wanted, and she went above and beyond to make sure it was perfect. The day ran so smoothly thanks to her and her team. She was available throughout the day, did many check-ins, and kept everything on time and totally stress-free. We even had the most fun stepping away from the guests and taking pictures with her around the resort.
We had our ceremony and reception at The Lakehouse! The venue, food/drink, and lodging were all amazing. We truly would not change a thing about our experience!
Victoria R
5.0
7/08/2024
Owls Nest was amazing to work with! Special shoutout to Haleigh and Gail for making the entire process so easy!! Our wedding was perfect, ran smoothly, and was so much fun! Food an...
d accommodations are also amazing
Samantha S
5.0
6/02/2024
I am a wedding planner (The Perfect Match Weddings) and just got married at Owl's Nest last week. It was an absolute dream! As a planner, I see a TON of venues and from the first t...
ime I worked at Owl's Nest back in 2022, I knew they stood out among the rest. Their staff is so professional and friendly. This makes a HUGE impact on the planning process and the wedding day. The food is excellent and the accommodations are so nice! Taylor and Haleigh were our coordinators on the wedding day and totally killed it. They were there for everything we needed on the day of and went above and beyond for us. Taylor and her team also helped my now husband to plan his proposal at The Lakehouse back in 2023. At the end of the night after our wedding, the banquet manager drove my husband and I back to our house on site and personally brought our cards and gifts into the house to ensure they were in a safe spot. Owl's Nest will always hold a special place in our hearts and we are so grateful for how welcome we always feel when we visit. I'm so grateful we were able to get married here and look forward to working many more weddings here as a planner! Taylor, Amy, Haleigh, and the entire Owl's Nest team - we cannot thank you enough for making the best day of our lives possible! We love you!!!
Response from Owl's Nest Resort & Golf Club on 06/08/2024
The love is mutual Sam! Thank you for this kind review. Your wedding was stunning, creat...
ive, personal and heartfelt. It is the ultimate honor when a wedding professional selects you as a venue and we are thrilled that we got to be a part of your day! xoxo
Sarah F
5.0
5/20/2024
We loved everything about getting married at Owl's Nest. We had our wedding ceremony on the deck of the Lakehouse & our reception inside and were able to host a Welcome Party at Th...
e Vault. Both locations were perfect. One of our favorite things about the Lakehouse is that it is a standalone beautiful venue. We felt like we didn't need to go over the top on decor because between the chandeliers, the view, and the farm tables, the room already had so much going for it.
From our first time visiting Owls Nest and meeting with Amy McCoil, we had an excellent experience. She was super knowledgeable and helpful during our tour and we immediately knew this was where we wanted to get married. She answered all of our questions in that tour and through emails in the weeks after and we always felt fully equipped with all of the information we needed from start to finish for our wedding day.
The day of staff was excellent, including our bartenders (whose names I unfortunately did not catch to give credit to!). When we started working with our coordinator, we got a template for a day of timeline that included timing of passed apps going out, salads going out, and then entrees going out. The full Owls Nest staff and team did a great job with maintaining this schedule and making sure food came out on time and we are very grateful for their careful planning and scheduling to make sure there were never any delays. At the end of the evening, the staff was also so helpful with getting everything cleaned up, including one of the staff members who helped me package up all of our desserts and another staff member who drove us in a shuttle back to our nano cottage. Overall, the entire staff at Owl's Nest was so kind and easy to work with any I cannot say enough good things about each person we interacted with!
We have NOTHING but great things to say about our wedding coordinator, Haleigh O'Regan. From our first meeting 6 months before the wedding up until the full day of our wedding, she answered every single question we had (and there were a lot!) quickly and with a ton of information. Her responsiveness and planning blew us away and we are so thankful to have had her as our coordinator. She kept us on schedule during the first few hours of our reception, made sure we ate and knew where we needed to be and was just a great person to have around all day. She was a key reason our wedding ran as smoothly as it did! THANK YOU HALEIGH!!!!
This is a beyond beautiful venue, the staff is incredible, and we would absolutely recommend this to anyone. It will be amazing to see all of the things Owl's Nest does to continue to grow the resort because it is already incredible and is just getting better!
Lindsay M
5.0
5/05/2024
Where do I start?! I think the pictures speak for themselves as to how gorgeous this venue is. When we were looking at venues in the fall of 2022, the minute we stepped foot into t...
he Lakehouse at Owl’s Nest we knew it was our venue. Much has changed at Owl’s Nest over the last 20 months since we booked. Like other couples, this was exciting and also anxiety-provoking at times. The construction never seems to end with all of the additions to the property, but all of the changes just make ON an even more incredible destination. We loved the feeling of being at a resort for our wedding weekend and truly being at a destination, regardless of how far or close it was to home. We (and our guests) took full advantage of the restaurant, hot tub and pool, driving range, and the whole property itself. The golf course itself wasn’t open for our wedding since they don’t open it until May, but the driving range and simulators were more than enough for the golfers who came.
The grounds are gorgeous (despite any ongoing construction). We have seen so many stunning photos of other couples and couldn’t wait for our turn! We were especially eager for gorgeous sunset photos. The weather and clouds didn’t necessarily work out for us, but that’s the risk anywhere. However, because we were at Owl’s Nest, we were able to still get out for additional photos as the sun was setting and they still turned out absolutely stunning thanks to the grounds and the views of the mountains!
The lodging on site is great! A huge bonus for us was the ability to bring our dog to stay with us since they have pet friendly lodging options. My husband and I stayed in a deluxe nano unit, which had a full kitchen, a living room, a bedroom, bathroom, and lots of closets! Our dog especially appreciated the closed off deck so she could freely roam inside and outside of our house. Our friends and family stayed onsite in Gambrel, Contemporary, and Lakeside units, as well as the new hotel, and even some Air bnb rentals (right on the property)!
Now last but not least for my ON review…HAYLEA was our coordinator and we LOVE her. Owl’s Nest assigns your coordinator about 6 months before your wedding date (and before that you work with the manager). From our first meeting with Haylea, every minor detail that we were stressed or nervous about was eagerly addressed by Haylea. She set up our venue from top to bottom exactly as I envisioned it, and assisted us through an insane amount of seating chart adjustments. She supported us through the planning process but was also SO helpful throughout our day, making sure we had everything we needed, making sure we ate and drank, keeping us on the timeline (and making adjustments as needed). We truly felt so at ease in her hands.
Kimberly B
5.0
2/28/2024
UNREAL venue! My fairytale wedding came true at Owl's Nest. Amy was our coordinator and she was fabulous. She made sure that all of my visions came to life. The servers and barten...
ders were also fabulous. We LOVED that all of the housing was right on property. It made it convenient and that much more special for us and all of our guests. We made it a weekend with turning the rehearsal dinner into a welcome party and ending the weekend with a farewell breakfast. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Lexi L
5.0
2/19/2024
A dream come true for a wedding wonderland! We cannot say enough about Haleigh, our venue coordinator, as she went above and beyond throughout the planning process. She was quick i...
n responses via email and was on her A game not only during planning but the day of as well. We truly could not have done it without her! As far as the venue itself... PERFECTION. The food, the drinks, the accommodations, etc. it was absolutely amazing.
Ella R
5.0
11/06/2023
From start to finish, working with Owl's Nest was a wonderful experience. All the staff who helped us leading up to and on the day of the wedding were so incredibly helpful and kin...
d.
In particular, our wedding coordinator, Taylor, and her assistant, Haleigh, were unbelievable. They helped us so much in terms of letting us know what to expect and were able to let us know what people usually do if there was an item we didn't know soon-to-be-newlyweds were supposed to care about : ) .
Taylor and Haleigh were absolutely instrumental in making sure the day went smoothly and that my husband and I were really able to focus on each other the day of the wedding. I had not realized when we booked at Owl's Nest just how much work the venue coordinator did - it's very obvious how hard these two ladies work and we could not appreciate it enough. They set up all of the decor (we dropped off the day prior), and did such an amazing job with all of it. We really just.. showed up after our first look and everything was put out (and they have a great eye, because even with minimal instruction, it really looked even better than what I had been picturing). The venue is gorgeous on its own, so you really don't need much, but they did a wonderful job setting up what we provided.
Every one of our vendors said after the fact how easy the venue and Taylor & Haleigh were to work with, and how they really had their shit together.
The food & beverage were great! We went for the top tier food package and were really happy with the experience, as were our guests. The bar staff did a great job of keeping the line short (we added on the satellite bar for cocktail hour), and all of the waitstaff did a wonderful job as well - everyone was just so incredibly kind and polite, it really blew us away.
The shuttle driver that brought us from our first look & sneak peek spots even held an umbrella for us so we didn't get as wet from the rain.
We were convinced we wanted a smaller wedding, and prior to the wedding itself we were honestly cursing ourselves for having such a big party & feeling like we might regret the amount of money spent. Not even halfway through the ceremony, my husband and I knew we had made the right decision - it could not have been a more fun or more joyous day for us and our guests. If we had to start the process all over again, we would pick Taylor & Haleigh and the Lake House/ the Owl's Nest Venue, hands down. Zero regrets about this venue and the team that makes it all happen.
I cannot say enough about how thankful I am for this wonderful team of people that made this the absolute happiest day of my life. Taylor & Haleigh in particular a HUGE part of why that was able to happen.
Magan S
5.0
11/06/2023
Our wedding at Owls Nest was an absolute dream. We had an amazing experience from the initial tour, all the way to the big day. I cannot say enough good things about Gayle, Taylor...
James and her assistant! They made the planning process super easy and took care of every little detail to make sure the day was perfect and stress free. My expectations were exceeded! The Lakehouse was stunning! As was the rest of the resort. Great food and drinks, exceptional service. One of our favorite things was being able to have all our favorite people on the premises- Lodging was very accommodating and the rooms & houses were so nice and within short walking distance. It was like one big block party all weekend. There is ongoing construction- that they are very upfront about. I was a little worried about it at first but hardly noticed once we were there. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend !
Melissa H
5.0
10/31/2023
The Lakehouse was the coziest fireside venue, we were so happy to have the back up option for the rainy season! The sunset pavilion, and its retracting windows, made for a spectacu...
lar sunset venue for a rehearsal dinner as well. Great service, great food, will, definitely recommend! Melissa and Andrew Musco
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