Your year round wedding venue
David and Priscilla Soos
OWNER
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AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
About Pine Peaks
A true Wedding Resort. Pine Peaks Wedding & Event Center is a rustic, lodge-style wedding venue located in Crosslake, Minnesota. Situated on a private 80-acre country estate, the venue is ideal for couples looking to get away from outside distractions and enjoy a serene wilderness sanctuary. Make your wedding a weekend-long affair at this private four-season destination resort!
Facilities and Capacities
Pine Peaks Wedding & Event Center can host up to 300 guests in the Reception Hall and, with indoor and outdoor areas available for wedding ceremonies, the grounds serve as a stunning backdrop for couples’ photographs. Noteworthy features include beautiful gardens, cascading cornfields and outdoor fire pit. Their Fireside room, with a wood-fired pizza oven that provides complimentary late-night snacks for wedding guests, that will make your wedding into a one-of-a-kind event. The venue has parking available for 250 guest vehicles, as well as free seasonal RV parking.
Services Offered
Pine Peaks Wedding & Event Center offers comprehensive wedding packages with an array of services included at no additional cost. Access to their team of experienced professionals from the time of booking to check-out will ensure that every aspect of your wedding is picture perfect. Some amenities that are inclusive in the wedding package at Pine Peaks Event Center include:
Tables, chairs, linens, and skirting in black, white, or ivory
Use of decorations from their Treasure Chest Room
Chair covers in black, white, or ivory
Head table for up to 22
Ceremony chairs
Fire-pit for S’ mores and complimentary wood-fired pizza
Wireless Internet
On-site rehearsal dinners and Sunday gift opening or brunch
Retreat House/Lodge accommodation
Accommodation:
Pine Peaks Wedding & Event Center offers on-site lodging for up to 20 guests. The rustic lodge is over 5000-square feet in size and features five bedrooms and a sleeping loft with six beds. The master wedding suite benefits from a fireplace, jacuzzi tub, and double shower. The lodge features, a Great Room with fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with double ovens, a recreation room, a bar area, and pool table, a screened-in porch with wood fireplace and an outside wood-fired sauna.
There is even more
In house Catering and bar. Pine Peaks does not require food and beverage minimums.
and no ala carte pricing, hidden fees or cost.
Black-owned and Woman-owned Business
Pricing details
Starting prices
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Jun-Sept.
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
Farm & Ranch
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Hotel
Loft
Park
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
David and Priscilla Soos
Owner
As a Family we bring our strengths together here at Pine Peaks, to insure that when we work with every couple it is with a full understanding that your wedding day is uniquely yours and that it is a very special day.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0189 reviews
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Pine Peaks Event Center receives glowing reviews for its exceptional service, beautiful facilities, and delicious food. Priscilla is highlighted for her helpfulness and attention to detail, ensuring a seamless wedding experience. The staff is described as professional and accommodating, with guests feeling like family was caring for them. The on-site amenities, including a retreat house, added to the overall positive experience, making it a highly recommended venue for weddings and large events.Review photos
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katie s
5.0
7/08/2024
Priscilla takes the guess work out of the equation. The staff are exceptional, the Chef is amazing-the food was out of this world. We had rain and Priscilla took care of it. There were umbrellas and she set up a whole other area. Seamless-I highly recommend Pine Peaks Event Center. Such a beautiful facility and easy to work with.
Katherine P
5.0
4/30/2024
Very professional great communication and friendly service. The venue offers so much that others simply don’t.
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Charity D
5.0
3/25/2024
Pine Peaks was everything and more I could have dreamed off! Priscilla was very helpful, thoughtful and made sure we knew she was game to help us at all times. The food was hands down incredible. The retreat house is gorgeous and a must! Our family and friends have raved about how beautiful it was and how amazing the food was! Everything was perfect and we wouldn't change a thing!
Susie S
5.0
12/29/2023
every aspect of Pine Peaks was great!
Patricia A
5.0
12/28/2023
This was the best experience we have had. The professionalism was amazing, the staff made sure we had everything the human mind or body could ask for. From the best alcohol choices to the best sleeping arrangements a person could ask for. It was spacious, neat and comfortable. The food was amazing. The decorations were amazing. We couldn’t have picked a better place. Thank you Priscilla for making this an amazing day. I will make sure I tell everyone about this GEM.
Melinda C
5.0
12/28/2023
We could not have asked for more attentive hosts. Their attention to detail and desire to meet our needs was incredible. The amenities were perfect. It is a beautiful, cozy, intimate, setting. Food and drinks were five star.
Katie M
5.0
12/28/2023
The retreat house was beautiful and the space was perfect for our event! I would recommend Pine Peaks to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue.
Christine J
5.0
12/28/2023
Pine Peaks Wedding Venue….beautiful and great customer service! They have a guest house on site that makes the wedding run very smoothly! Priscilla was always available to answer questions and offer suggestions. Very spacious … excellent choice.
Robert C
5.0
12/28/2023
Beautiful venue and staff were the best throughout the whole process. Everything went so smoothly!
Fajah S
5.0
12/19/2023
This is an amazing venue. Priscilla was very helpful and our guests enjoyed the experience very much. Randy the bartender was very accommodating and helpful. I would recommend Pine Peaks to all of our friends. Thank you Pine Peaks
kevin G
5.0
12/25/2022
Whenever I am at a venue that does an outstanding job, I try to try to pass on a good review, hoping it helps all the hard-working people who make it happen. This past summer I had the honor of being a guest at Megan and Brody’s wedding celebration hosted at Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center. What a cool spot! Very private and peaceful. The photographer was busy taking advantage of many picturesque areas throughout. The staff was friendly and a delious meal was served. At dusk -outdoor LED lighting was arranged to highlight the landscaping and it all felt very romantic. The fireside/bar area was cozy and warm. Later in the evening pizza was served from a real brick pizza oven, a nice snack after a night of partying and dancing. I would highly recommend Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center to anyone looking for a great destination wedding venue.
Cary P
5.0
12/25/2022
My husband and I attended a wedding at Pine Peaks Event Center this past fall and I was very impressed with this venue. The grounds were serene with beautiful views of the country side- in a very private setting. The grounds and buildings are well maintained with ample lighting. The guest house had plenty of room for a large wedding party.
Luckily the weather on this fall day was perfect for an outdoor wedding. The seating was arranged nicely and there was good flow throughout. The meal catered at the event was outstanding and the dance floor was hopping! We enjoyed the evening and I will certainly recommend Pine Peaks Event Center to anyone wanting to host a wedding at a very cool destination in north central Minnesota.
Allie S
4.0
12/05/2022
We had an absolutely wonderful weekend at Pine Peaks! Leading up to and after the wedding, Priscilla was very communicative and helpful. Priscilla and her team really made our wedding a great affair. We continue to receive compliments on the location, food, and ceremony. We're very glad we had our wedding at a place that really had it all; it eased quite a bit of that stress for us. We had free reign with the decorating, which we loved (and not having a lot of decorations of our own left over was a big plus; who wants that waste?). That gave us the ability to really make our wedding our own. The lodge was a huge hit with our wedding party and we had plenty of room to fit everyone, including our pup. The fact that we got to include him in our day was amazing and we're so thankful for that. We did have some of our own decorations get mixed in with the venue's, one piece we found was broken, and we had a few guest tell us some of the waitstaff was a bit terse with them. Other than that, everything was great and I would recommend Pine Peaks! Thank you!
Crystal S
5.0
10/21/2022
Pine Peaks Wedding & Event Center was the absolute perfect venue for our wedding! Everything was perfect from the easy planning to the amazing food. Our wedding party had a great weekend together at the guest house. Our wedding guests commented on how beautiful the location was and how delicious the food tasted! Pine Peaks truly is a one stop shop. They have everything! Having everything in one location made our wedding day way less stressful.
Alex M
5.0
10/13/2022
Priscilla and David at Pine Peaks made our wedding as amazing as we hoped. Easy communication, easy planning, and they do all of the catering and clean up for you. The venue and the food were raved about. 5 stars
Taylor V
5.0
10/13/2022
Pine Peaks was the perfect venue for our 10/1/22 wedding! Everything from communication from the day we booked in 2020 to our wedding day was seamless! Priscilla, the owner, is very responsive, organized and accommodating. She was always available via email or phone and promptly answered any questions. We stayed in the Retreat House from Thursday to Sunday which was such a bonus! Our wedding party stayed with us in the house and we were able to have the Rehearsal Dinner right on-site. We used decorations available from the venue to decorate nearly everything which also saved a lot of money (and hauling)! I appreciated being able to set everything up Thursday and Friday so that we didn't have to worry about any of that on Saturday. Priscilla and her team handle all of the clean up and tear down on Saturday night so we didn't have to worry about any of that either! The food and desserts were amazing! We got so many compliments on the food, and the woodfire late night pizza they serve is to die for! The venue , retreat house and the property are flawlessly maintained. We received so many compliments on the venue, the staff, and the event itself from our guests. The weather for our wedding day was 70 degrees and GORGEOUS. If the weather had not cooperated, there are options for indoor ceremonies, which was nice to have a back up plan if needed. Priscilla truly made things less stressful and was always available for questions or anything needed! Overall, I can't recommend Pine Peaks enough for your wedding!
Tia M
5.0
10/12/2022
We could not have asked for a better venue. The wedding day went by crazy fast but we had a great time leading up to it at the venue. From the bridal suite to the grooms billiard room. Pricilla was very helpful and had everything ready for us. Her and her team made our stay one of a kind.
If you are looking for a venue in the pine river area, You need to check this place out! All the decorations were available at the venue so all we needed to do was just kind of have an idea of what we wanted.
Dave P
5.0
10/09/2022
Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center is a magical wedding venue. The weather was as beautiful as the Bride and Groom. The grounds and outside Ceremony area were perfect and Megan and Brody’s Wedding went off without a hitch. Thank you Pine Peaks.
Megan S
5.0
7/02/2022
My husband and I got married on 6.18.22 at Pine Peaks. We also rented the Retreat House for ourselves and our wedding party. Let me tell you - it is worth EVERY single penny for one simple reason...this place allows you to spend time with your friends and family while setting up your wedding ceremony and reception area however you want. Priscilla, Dave and Corey were all extremely responsive in all forms of communication with an "I'm here for you" attitude. When we arrived at the venue, the house and reception area were both spotless and the grounds were immaculate. We had help with the set up and take down of the rehearsal dinner in the porch of the Retreat House and the reception area was ready to be decorated when we arrived as well. We had excellent wildlife viewing of a bear, lots of deer, coyote, fox and turkeys! (Remember, this is Northern Minnesota...we LIKE to see stuff like that!) On the day of our wedding, it was predicted to be sunny and warm but it was actually rainy, cloudy and thundering. Our photographers loved it and I was surprised to see that it only made the venue prettier to me. As I was about to walk down the aisle, Corey already had umbrellas for our 160-some guests including the wedding party. We did have the option to move the wedding inside but we decided against it because it looked like the rain was going to move. In the end, we got married in the pouring rain and we wouldn't have it any other way! Supplies were given to us as we needed them and food allergies were taken very seriously for myself and my guests. Priscilla and Corey even got in with the support staff to help serve dinner. In all, the only complaint we have is that our moment at this beautiful venue is over but it certainly left us with many memories we can look back on. It was so great to have the Retreat House to allow our wedding party to have somewhere to stay and allowed my husband and I to spend quality time with them.
Sammy L
5.0
6/25/2022
We are so happy that we decided to have our wedding at Pine Peaks! Having the retreat house for us and our immediate families was amazing. Getting the entire place Thursday-Sunday is one of the biggest things that sold us! We were able to take our time decorating, and had plenty of time to relax and enjoy too. Corey is a great guy, always friendly and willing to help with anything! We really enjoyed him. He is a big reason as to what makes this place great! We didn’t see Priscilla quite as much, but each interaction with her was great and it was nice to see her working as part of the serving/kitchen staff! We continue to get several compliments on how beautiful our wedding was, and how great the food was. We for sure recommend Pine Peaks!
Megan R
5.0
1/28/2022
I cannot begin to express how amazing our wedding day was. Priscilla is kind, caring, and such a fun person to work with! She was able to be accommodating with COVID and push our wedding date back a whole year! The retreat house is an excellent way to have close family and the bridal party stay at because it is just a few feet away from the event center and its amazing!! All our guests that stayed there had nothing but good things to say. Also, lets not forget to mention Corey and the bartender Ryan. The only way to describe Corey is incredible! He stepped in last minute to run our ceremony music, helped set things up that I didn't even know would be possible but was what my dream was, and was always around to answer questions or have a good laugh! And Ryan, he was so nice and sweet to all of our guests! Very accommodating by making our "special cocktail" and was always there when we needed to take a breather from the dance floor and have a chat! I cannot say enough good things about Pine Peaks and I am so glad we chose them for our wedding venue. It was magical and everything we could of dreamed of. THANK YOU so much to everyone who helped. We could not of done it without all of you!!
Mar P
5.0
9/19/2021
Pine Peaks Event Center was the perfect venue for our wedding in July 2021. It was perfect because the ceremony and reception was all in one place. Parking is not an issue and the options for out-of-town campers was a plus. The corn field and mature trees give our photographer plenty of photo options. They also had a retreat house on site that was amazing to use for the day of our wedding. The reception area was beautiful and spacious. We were allowed to bring in our own desserts and appetizers. We kept the desserts and appetizers fresh in the recently upgraded restaurant/catering room. The bar and social area led to an outside patio, next to the pond. The decorative lights made a perfect setting for evening photos.
Pine Peaks provides an enormous amount of decorations to choose from. Decorations such as, but not limited to candles, different kinds of table liners to choose from, different styles of vases, platters for desserts, to gift boxes for cards. We did bring in a few personalized decorations otherwise they had it all there. They will have everything you need for your wedding.
Our ceremony was outdoors, and the landscaping was manicured to a level of a master’s garden. It was well maintained, excellent for taking pictures. Also, they were up to date with their technology. We didn’t have to hire anyone to help coordinate the music and microphones for our ceremony. Corey helped set all that up.
Priscilla and Corey were so helpful and easily accessible. They responded quickly with questions or concerns we had. They were there the day of the wedding to make sure everything went smoothly, and it did. Priscilla did us the honor of officiating our wedding.
We highly recommend Pine Peaks Event Center. It’s a magnificent place that will provide a beautiful and memorable wedding. It was the perfect place for our wedding.
Kelliann K
5.0
8/30/2021
The team at Pine Peaks gave us the PERFECT wedding - hold on, I know everyone says that but don't keep scrolling you need to understand the lengths Priscilla, Corey, and the entire Pine Peaks team will go to give you the perfect wedding, these people LOVE love and they genuinely care about your big day. After a morning full of thunderstorms we had a 3 hour window with 50% chance of rain and asked them to set chairs up outside just in case we could have the ceremony in the spot we always wanted, with only an hour and a half before go time they sent up over 100 chairs not even knowing for sure that we could get married outside (we did, it was BEAUTIFUL). We worked with a new caterer and with the last minute indoor seating change they were short staffed and Pricsilla and Corey were out bussing tables which is not their job. They hung the edison bulbs we planned to put outside in the event center the morning of the wedding to help make it feel more like the pavilion we wanted. When we were ready to start dancing lightning struck and fried the sound system, they had a back up set up in less than 30 minutes and we were able to dance the night away until midnight. The staff left at midnight and were back cleaning up by 6 AM so all of our stuff was separated and ready for us to pack up by 10 am. None of these things were promised in a contract but the new owners (who are all I can speak to) care more about your special day than any other venue possibly could. It's worth every penny, 10/10 these people are incredible, book your wedding here.
S S
5.0
6/30/2021
This is the BEST event center ever! I would recommend Pine Peaks to anyone who is looking for the best experience ever. This amazing location has a beautiful back drop for all the photos imaginable. Doing their best to work around the needs of the party and the state mandates to meet the expectation of the hosts. They have a huge room for decoration options they provide as options to use which takes away stress of spending more money. They setup and clean up, taking that stress away as well. Their passion is weddings and events. The staff is amazing friendly and helpful. You will fall in love the moment you arrive.
Anthony B
1.0
6/29/2021
BEWARE, BEWARE, BEWARE!! CHECK OUT THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) FOR REVIEWS ON THIS COMPANY!! DO NOT be fooled by "5" Star reviews and this companies' promises. If you are looking for a wedding venue in the Cross Lake/Whitefish Lake Chain area, do yourself a favor and save yourself the headache! CROSS THEM OFF YOUR LIST! Be on the lookout for a full update of our experience with this company, and how it affected OUR day, both leading up to our wedding date and many months after. Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center cares nothing about you and YOUR wedding. The wedding that YOU are paying for $$$. They only care about their "perfect" reputation and the bottom line. Remember this when making a decision for your own special day.
Vendor response 06/29/2021
2020 was a tough year for both Business owners and couples. With the mandated restrictio...
ns put on everyone within the industry We could only work within the boundaries set for us. Meaning we were not able to provide you with every request, even though we would have loved to do differently. It is unfortunate that we are held fully responsible in your view for this tragic time. Covid was not something David and I would have wanted for any of our couples or our business and we managed this unprecedented time as everyone has; the best we were allowed.
You did not mention your unwillingness to even try to work with us to find any type of solution that could have allowed us to continue the relationship. We repeatedly expressed that we wanted you here and that we wanted to host your wedding even in a new date that would have had less of the covid restrictions.
Truth be told David and I were not happy working within those 2020 covid manadates either. No one wanted a "Covid Wedding" and we didn't want that as part of our business. So in that we can agree that covid sucked for us all.
We wish you the best.
Danielle M
5.0
4/14/2021
Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center is an absolute gem, and quite the rare find these days with its exceptional venue, service, but most of all, people running it. I can't say enough good things about the entirety of our experience with them, which is extensive considering our wedding was delayed for a whole year due to Covid! But every step of the way, Priscilla and Corey were there for us. From the initial hardship of having to postpone, to the joy of actually having our perfect day, it wouldn't have been possible without them and I'll forever be grateful for everything they did for my husband and I through our entire process.
The venue itself is absolutely beautiful with soaring pines and a sprawling view of the adjacent countryside. Wind whispers through the tree line which is an excellent windbreak for the venue itself, allowing participants and guests a welcome degree of shelter from any adverse conditions. And the interior of the venue is just as stunning with it's décor. Not only is it magical as it is, but the extensive collection of decorations can make any event exactly as you imagine, whatever the theme. There's so much here that's catered to the needs of your event, and it becomes increasingly clear just how much thought went into the whole thing when it comes to the needs of anyone who'd utilize it. Full sound system, restaurant-grade kitchen which is open to utilize for the rehearsal dinner, ample space that can be converted for dinner, dancing, or gatherings, amazing lights, and the ambience both of the interior and exterior are truly magical. It's its own little island of serenity and warmth.
And the retreat house! My goodness, the retreat house! What a beautiful, sizeable cabin! Our entire wedding party were more than impressed, and my husband and I enjoyed all it has to offer from the heated porch to the full gym! Everything has been thought of for folks to sit back, relax, and enjoy themselves to the utmost. Our entire stay was nothing but bliss as we enjoyed the extensive amenities. Everything you need is here, and it overlooks the entirety of the beautiful property. Best of all, it's adjacent to the event center itself, so all we had to do between setup and wrapping up was just a quick walk back and forth.
I could go on and on, but I'll keep it simple from here on out. If you're looking for a venue to have your wedding, this is your place. The prices, the people, the venue, the service...it's everything you could ever ask for. Priscilla and Corey made our wedding perfect in every way. Absolutely everything was beyond our hopes and dreams, and we're so grateful we were able to have our wedding at Pine Peaks. It was the best day of our lives. It can be where yours is too.
Beth W
5.0
2/17/2021
I don't have enough words to say how wonderful Pine Peaks is! Priscilla, the owner, is fantastic and will go above and beyond to make your day special. She is responsive, pays great attention to detail, and provides excellent customer service. We can't thank her enough for how wonderful she was throughout our entire wedding planning process, especially in the midst of COVID. The venue itself is also incredible. One of the main reasons we chose it is because they have all the decorations you could ever want which you are free to use, which saves so much money! Everything from candles to vases to signs to wraps to centerpieces... you name it, they've got it. The other thing that we absolutely loved was the retreat house which is just a few steps away from the venue. Our family had the BEST time staying there all together. We made very good use of the pool table, bar, and gym in the basement, and the large kitchen was perfect for preparing big meals together. The master suite is amazing as well -- it has the world's best bathtub and shower, we loved watching tv in bed with the fireplace on, and it was SO nice to have my own hair and makeup suite attached to the master! All my girls were able to get ready with me and it made the morning so fun. There are mirrors EVERYWHERE -- they've really thought of everything. Lastly, the grounds are also gorgeous and there are so many wonderful options for pictures outside (even when it's -30 degrees on your wedding day like it was for ours). Every single one of our family members was saying they hope they can come back again for another wedding someday. It is truly the perfect wedding venue and you will not regret booking it!
Joanna M
5.0
10/21/2020
Pine Peaks was the only venue we looked at. We were sold after arriving, the place is magical. We got married on July, 18 2020.
Having the place all to ourselves for an extended weekend, arriving Wed with our wedding partying arriving Thursday was a dream. We were able to actually enjoy our wedding and everyone with us. The Retreat house was ideal for our wedding party with kids in the loft, not having to leave at all for anything. My girls loved getting ready in the house with hair and makeup coming to us! The guys loved downstairs with their space and since a lot of the wedding party had kids (our nieces/newphews) which they needed to oversee getting ready, it made it that much easier on everyone.
We had our rehearsal dinner with grilling out. My now husband was so excited to be able to have the chance to do that with his brothers. Everything is there for you, all we had to do was being our own food. The table and chairs were set up and we quickly decorated them with items there. Decorations are the gem of this place - I bought barely anything besides 2 small signs, a cake topper, honeymoon fund box and our fresh flowers/greenery we did ourselves, everything else was from Pine Peaks treasure trove! It's unbelievable what they have!!! We were able to even do Sunday brunch with family on Sunday at the retreat house.
Priscilla and David were so easy to work with as we booked the venue right before the Covid shutdown. They were amazing at keeping tabs on me especially when this was all new to them. I didn't have one hiccup from them and I heard a lot of horror stories from other covid brides with their venues so I was beyond grateful for all they did despite not knowing themselves what the future held. I kept planning and hoping for the best and would get updates on what they knew in terms of what we needed to change or do. This right here shows you the type of people they are are they really do care about all their couples. They both were so excited for us as we are the first wedding there since the shutdown in March - they were all rooting for us!
Maucieri’s Catering was also super easy to work with and did our tasting during the shutdown once restaurants could open again. It didn't feel any different to us besides having to have it at the venue instead of the restaurant. The food is amazing and very budget friendly, we opted for 3 entree's in a buffet since it was so affordable. We still have guest raving about our food! We also used them to cater the cocktail hour and that was ideal even though you can bring your own (limited) food for the cocktail hour, it was way more affordable than I thought and people loved the options of salmon tartlets, deviled eggs, fruit kabobs and italian meatballs cocktail sized. We brought our own cake, s'mores kits, godiva chocolate and macaroons (all individually wrapped due to Covid!) , Maucieri’s Catering sliced and served our cake and that's included in the cost. Which is unheard of. They included 10 late night wood fired pizzas and 3 were gluten free. I'm gluten free and they were SO accommodating to my needs.
Pine Peaks is like no other venue because it truly has way more than any venue can offer. You won't be disappointed and neither will your guests.
Shayna L
5.0
10/18/2020
Our wedding was a magical day and it was all due to Pine Peaks! Cory went above and beyond to help with our special day and Pricilla was fabulous at helping make the day run smoothly as well as giving decor advice!
This venue is so special to my family because my parents were also married there! We can’t wait for many more memories to be made there!
Kristan T
5.0
10/08/2020
Dave, Priscilla and Corey all went above and beyond to ensure the week exceeded expectations. Our wedding was in the middle of a pandemic and everyone felt safe due to the protocol that was followed. We rented the Retreat house for 5 nights and enjoyed family time before and after our wedding. This venue exceeded expectations on every level.
Aleia H
5.0
9/01/2020
My experience having our wedding at this venue was nothing short of amazing. The venue provides almost everything that I needed to make my wedding day perfect. I actually planned my wedding from California, so I appreciated the owners for being available to answer any questions I had. We also stayed at the house right next to the venue, and it was a blast. I had my wedding in the winter, the snow was BEAUTIFUL, and the event center had lights lighting up everything. Amazing, so happy!
Erin S
5.0
8/26/2020
Pine peaks was the ideal place for us to have our wedding. We wanted to go on a vacation with our friends and family without having to travel abroad. Crosslake is now our favorite vacation spot on earth. We LOVED the concept of having the retreat house and entire property for 5 days. We took full advantage by having our 20+ wedding party friends stay at the house with us. We brought our boats up and had a fun day out on the lakes. We had a cookout and games out on the lawn on Thursday. On Friday the guys went golfing while the girls decorated which was so much fun using the pine peaks treasure trove of decorations! And a super fun rehearsal dinner right at the pavilion on Friday. We even had a Sunday brunch on the porch at the house. If you don’t want your wedding to be a typical 8-hour event that goes way too fast, this is the place to do it! Everyone was blown away by the beautiful grounds and the food as well! And the best part was having our fur baby right there with us partying the night away. We brought our dance floor outside due to covid and it was better than it even could’ve been if we stayed indoors.
Vendor response 08/26/2020
We are Honored that you allowed us to be a part in hosting your special day, we were so ex...
cited that you and your guest were able to enjoy the property. We wish you and your family the very best.
Thank you so much
Priscilla
Nikki H
5.0
4/29/2020
The owners and staff go above and beyond to help you create the wedding of your dreams!
Jenna O
5.0
3/12/2020
Julie, Dave, Corey, Priscilla, & David made our wedding weekend SO easy and smooth. They were beyond helpful and so eager to do anything to make our day perfect. From the minute we arrived Wednesday until the moment we left, they were all fantastic to work with. I hands down recommend Pine Peaks for your wedding. We have gotten so many compliments on our wedding and the food that was served. It was so nice being able to check in on Wednesday and begin decorating on Thursday, and even nicer that they did the clean up on Sunday. We had access to the endless decor for both the wedding and grooms dinner, which was held in the pavilion on Friday and they cleaned and re-decorated for the wedding Saturday! Our wedding weekend was something we will remember and cherish for the rest of our lives, all thanks to Pine Peaks♥️
Chelsea J
5.0
3/11/2020
Dave, Julie, Cory and the staff from Maucieri's were absolutely wonderful to work with! Dave was so helpful with the planning process, Julie was phenomenal with her attention to detail with decorating and Cory was beyond helpful with the set up and anything else we needed. The staff from Maucieri's served our guests an amazing meal of which we received many compliments on the food! The day went very smooth as Dave and Julie were there every step to make sure it was nothing but perfect - we are extremely grateful for them! Thank you Pine Peaks and Maucieri's for making our wedding everything we had dreamed of!!
Addie O
5.0
3/01/2020
This venue is beautiful! Well organized and put together! They made the day so easy helping out with details behind the scene. Dave and Julie do an outstanding job! They did all of the cleaning after the event, were so kind and put cards and gift locked away and just made the whole day stress free from a venue stand point. The staff is incredible and is something you can’t get at just renting out a hotel, convention center, etc. This facility is built and designed for weddings. Huge room for decoration options they provide as options to use which takes away stress of spending money for decor. So many great options for photo opportunities on site! The best perfect location and made the wedding a dream come true! This is the BEST wedding event center ever! I would 10000% recommend this to all brides!!!
Randi G
5.0
1/09/2020
Our experience with Pine Peaks for our wedding was nothing short of amazing. The owners and staff were available and willing to Our experience with Pine Peaks for our wedding was nothing short of amazing. The owners and staff were available and willing to accommodate any needs! The venue was breathtaking once completely decorated and we wouldn’t trade our experience for anything. Despite a treacherous Minnesota blizzard That reduced our wedding guest count by 50%, staff was present, accommodating, and wonderful. I will never have enough wonderful things to say about Dave, Julie, and Cory. any needs! The venue was breathtaking once completely decorated and we wouldn’t trade our experience for anything. Despite a treacherous Minnesota blizzard That reduced our wedding guest count by 50%, staff was present, accommodating, and wonderful. Between the decorations, the hands-on assistance, and the friendly communication; I will never have enough wonderful things to say about Dave, Julie, and Cory.
Vendor response 01/14/2020
Thank you for this wonderful review Randi and Zach. You did have a wonderful winter weddi...
ng at Pine Peaks despite the bad weather. Be good to each other.
Dave and Julie
Madison K
5.0
1/07/2020
My family and I cannot recommend Pine Peaks Event Center enough. They were absolutely amazing making our dream wedding into a reality. When looking for a venue, a secluded area was a must as we did not want other people to be in or around our wedding. We wanted to also make sure everything was in the same area for our guests so they did not need to travel to different places. Also, we wanted somewhere nearby for our friends and family traveling far away to stay. Pine Peaks had all of this! The Pine Peaks hotel is right up the road, all activities could be held in the large building, and it was in a very secluded area with dazzling lights covering the trees and beautiful outside decor. When we did the tour of Pine Peaks we were completely blown away by how large and accommodating the building was as well as how stunning everything was. It was gorgeous. With the venue, you also get an entire loft full of decor you can use, help setting everything up by the amazing Cory who helped beyond what we expected, immediate response if we ever had questions about anything from Dave and Julie, and so much more. Also, they have a caterer already associated with them (Maucieri's Italian Bistro) so that was one less thing we had to worry about and the food was delicious! We had a Harry Potter wedding which we were unsure how any venue would react to that but Dave and Julie were so kind, flexible, and excited to try something new. They let us come in a day early to get settled in and were there everyday helping us with whatever we needed. They also let me and my husband stay a day extra in the retreat house. Julie was an amazing help giving us advice of how to set things up, ideas for decorating, etc. Dave made sure that all our questions were answered so we were prepared and comfortable months before the wedding. Cory was amazing helping us set everything up and truly was such a blessing to have during all the days we were there so we did not have to worry about much. They all went above and beyond for us. A few examples...I forgot my white bridal robe for the morning of the wedding at my home which is 30 minutes away from the venue. I was have a slight panic attack since all my bridesmaids has gold robes but one of the owners Julie, at 7 in the morning, brought one she had to me. Also, there was a lot of snow on the ground being middle of December and there was a beautiful area of trees we wanted to take pictures but couldn’t because of the snow. But, Cory shoveled an entire patch and huge circle out for us so we could take pictures! Lastly, they purchased magnets for us to help hang our floating candles which we never would have thought of! I could go on forever about how perfect and amazing our wedding was because of this place and the help from Julie, Dave, and Cory. I very highly recommend them. It could not have been more perfect!
Kayla S
5.0
12/28/2019
Pine Peaks was an excellent choice for our November 30th wedding. Dave and Julie communicated thoroughly during the planning process. There are plenty of decor items available for us to use while still allowing us to add our own personal touches to make things unique. The on-site retreat house was a game changer so we were only steps away from the venue for days leading up to the wedding and could set-up at a more leisurely pace rather than a whirlwind 24hrs most places allow. Despite 17” of snow the staff went above and beyond to make sure we and our guests were well taken care of and things ran smoothly. We are so grateful for everything Pine Peaks did to make our wedding special.
Michelle B
5.0
12/27/2019
Having our daughters Wedding at Pine Peaks Event Center was just absolutely perfect! Dave, Julie, and Cory were amazing to work with and made our daughters special day just amazing! They really go the extra mile to help in any way they can. My daughter could not find her robe to get ready in and Julie made her way over to the house before 7am with a handful of her own ROBES just to make my daughter feel at ease and it was really just above and beyond!!! I can also not say enough about working with Cory. He really goes way beyond his job duties and makes everything just perfect!! I really can not put into enough words how perfect and amazing everything was!! This will be a weekend we will always remember!!!
Elizabeth L
5.0
10/29/2019
Pine Peaks was the most amazing venue and more than we could have imagined for our wedding day. Dave and Julie were so helpful with organizing everything, and the whole venue was beautiful, from the ceremony location to the reception! Corey was also super helpful when making tweaks to get everything just right for us. Overall, the day could not have been better without Pine Peaks and the amazing team.
Vendor response 10/29/2019
Thank you, Elizabeth for this fantastic review. You and Kevin were fun to work with and w...
e enjoyed how well your guests enjoy the experience. Be good to each other and best wishes.
Dave and Julie
Adrianna H
5.0
9/30/2019
Pine Peaks Venue and staff are like no other. Dave, Julie, and Cory will make sure your day is the best day of your entire life! They made our wedding so special! Everything went smoothly and we had the wedding of our dreams thanks to the staff and our pictures turned out amazing thanks to the beautiful scenery.
Jennifer K
5.0
9/21/2019
I can't say enough about the property and venue. Dave and Julie Peterson, along with the manager Cory go above and beyond to make everything as easy as possible. There is a house on the property that you can rent on your wedding week. You are given full access to the property from Wednesday-Monday the week of your wedding. Dave even threw in an extra day since we got married over the 4th of July week. This allowed us to get the week started on Tuesday, with decorations mostly done on Wednesday. Nearly all of our guests came from out of state, we were able to host on Thursday (cookout), Friday (taco bar), and Sunday (brunch). Yes, we hosted all guests for 4 days. About 1/3 came on Thursday and 2/3 on Friday and Sunday. It was a little stressful planning wise yet so much fun to celebrate for more than 1 day. The venue provides a full kitchen, dishes, and literally anything needed outside of the wedding day itself. Julie also has a huge amount of decorations which was so nice, I didn't have to buy much at all in regards to decorations. We had small wedding (70 guests), the venue can hold a lot more but it was nice for us to have plenty of space. It's really a destination venue, and we are so happy with the decision we made.
Julie, Dave, and Cory - We are forever grateful for making our day beyond perfect. Thank you thank you thank you!
Vendor response 10/29/2019
Hi Jennifer and Andrew,
Thank you for this great review. You both did a great job of plan...
ning your wedding. Your guests were fantastic and the weekend went great. Be good to each other and best wishes going forward.
Dave and Julie
Brett W
5.0
9/05/2019
If you're looking for a wedding venue, Pine Peaks should be it. They literally have everything you need to make your own fairy tail. Dave, Julie and Cory are amazing, always helping, supporting, decorating, taking pictures, and making your day about YOU, not the decorating or the stress, just YOU. They allow you to use their thousands of decoration, and apprently never say no to anything you ask. They were literally able to meet all our requests and without hesitation. Their grounds are gorgeous, covered in beautiful flowers and decor for everything you want to do, and their retreat house is so spacious for you and your wedding party, taking away all your worries. We arrived Wednesday night, were set up with our beautiful decorations by Thursday night, flowers put out Friday and nothing to do Saturday but say "I Do" and party of course. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding and Pine Peaks and their staff made it the best day EVER. Our guests couldn't get enough of the beauty that the site had to offer, and couldn't stop telling us how amazing everything was. Even better when it's all done and your guests are gone, you don't need to be, nor do you have to clean up everything you put out (huge bonus). The food from Maucieris was so delicious and there are so many options available. Jean and her staff get food out the door and too the guests in no time, it really is a full service venue that can't be beat. We will always hold a place in our hearts for Pine Peaks, and not just because we got married here but because everything was so perfect and Dave, Julie and Cory make all that possible.
Amanda H
5.0
8/30/2019
When we looked for wedding venues, every place had restrictions. For example: can't start set-up until Friday night, must be out by 6am Sunday morning, no loud noise, no campers, no pets, or can't bring anything of any kind of your own.
Not Pine Peaks! From the first time you talk to or meet Julie or Dave (husband-wife superteam), you will be blown away with how flexible, inclusive, creative, and friendly they are! Despite having a wedding every weekend, they talk to you like you're the only or first bride they've ever worked with.
We live out of state, which made choosing this venue an easy decision. They have an entire loft and outdoor storage areas filled with classy, beautiful, rustic, sparkly, romantic, and creative decorations. This was a game changer, because I barely brought/bought anything for decorations to the venue. And we had a beautiful wedding!
The freedom and inclusiveness of Pine Peaks is the best thing a bride could ask for!
We were able to show up Wednesday and use the Retreat House to have family only barbeque to let the two families meet. Thursday we had all day and evening to sip (our own) wine and set up the venue to however we wanted. We didn’t have to bring in boxes and boxes of decorations that we purchased and transported, but rather just run upstairs to the Treasure Room to create our beautiful wedding decor. When we arrived, they had all the tables, chairs, booth/buffet tables all set up in the venue. Friday, they also had our rehearsal dinner set up in the covered outdoor pavilion with beautiful tablecloths and chairs. We saved so much money by bringing in our own food and alcohol for the Rehearsal Dinner. We had full use of the property for games, food, rehearsal, and a bonfire.
Saturday was a dream. We utilized every inch of the property, and no extra cost! Using the Retreat House for getting ready and hosting our wedding party, post-ceremony tractor rides, indoor and outdoor bar for cocktail hour, games, smores and bonfire, 10pm free woodfired pizzas, and the amazing Maucieri’s catering! Plus after the vendor bar closes at midnight, we were able to play our own music and bring in our own coolers. There’s no “lights out by or music off by” any certain time.
We felt so special all week and weekend! Julie is so creative and eager, Dave is so thorough and easy-going, and Cory is a secret weapon you’ll meet the week of your wedding. All our guests kept telling us how amazed they were with the beautiful venue, and you will feel the same when you choose Pine Peaks. They make you feel like family😊
Ellen B
5.0
8/27/2019
This venue is totally awesome. You start out with a beautiful retreat center that has everything you’ll ever need. From the romantic honeymoon suite to the fun game room. Then of course you move to reception area that will take your breath away. A room upstairs filled to the brim with any decoration you can dream up. Dave and Julie will help you make your dreams come true. The blooming landscape makes a unique backdrop for any wedding. The enormous tree that covers the landscape like a umbrella. With a swing for photo opportunities. Take the time to check it out, you’ll fall in love...
Kimberly K
5.0
8/13/2019
My husband and I just got married up at Pine Peaks Event Center last weekend and it was magical! Dave, Julie and Cory were wonderful and helped us so much! Whatever we needed they were more than happy to help! All of our guests had so much fun and loved the estate!
Megan D
5.0
7/31/2019
Pine Peaks is absolutely beautiful and convenient. Our guests loved the fact that they could walk from the (outside) ceremony area to the reception hall. Some guests were able to stay on grounds as well in the retreat house and in campers towards the back of the venue.
The staff members are very knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and helpful. Dave, Julie, and Corey know exactly how to help coordinate all of the events during the wedding day as well as have a back up plan if need be (for example, if it rains) to ensure a smooth day. They always had a smile on their face. Plus, Julie has a huge selection of wedding decorations that is great for multiple wedding themes. I would highly recommend Pine Peaks.
Sarah J
5.0
6/04/2019
Pine Peaks was an amazing venue for my wedding. Dave, Julie, and Cory made my life so easy! They were so great to work with. They have an amazing property and are there to help with anything I need. They set up and take everything down the major things. It was so nice not having to buy any centerpieces, they have an amazing selection. I would highly recommend Pine Peaks for anyone looking for a venue! My wedding day was the best. It was also great to have Julie taking a few pictures throughout the day, we got to see them right away!
Vendor response 06/10/2019
Hi Sarah, thank you and Joe for selecting Pine Peaks for your wedding venue. We had so m...
uch fun helping you achieve your dreams.
Dave and Julie
Elise J
5.0
5/29/2019
Matt and I are so lucky to have found Pine Peaks! Because they are located 3 hours from the Minneapolis airport, they've made themselves an all-inclusive wedding venue. They provided on site lodging for us, the wedding party and our families, they had tables, chairs, a room FULL of decorations, and caterers via Maucieris catering. They also gave us a discount because our wedding was during the off season (early April). AND they purchased centerpieces for us (I found them on Amazon and Pine Peaks paid for them and kept them afterwards). But what made them truly special, was their genuine care and attention to every detail. A few days before we arrived, Julie (co-owner), decorated the cocktail hour room based on our theme. She helped with all of the setup and decorations, but without ever overstepping. Long story short, they will work with you to make sure your wedding is what you want it to be. I would highly, highly recommend them!
Vendor response 06/04/2019
Thank you so much, Elise and Matthew, for this great review. Your group was fun to work w...
ith and we appreciate the detail that you put into your wedding. Thanks again.
Dave and Julie
Abby K
5.0
5/27/2019
Dave, Julie and Cory did such an outstanding job that I’m not sure a review will do them justice, but I will try.
My husband and I booked Pine Peaks Event Center pretty far in advance of our wedding and from day one, Dave and Julie were accommodating in every possible way. They sent us plenty of information to get us started and once we had our official tour of the site, we knew it was the place we wanted for our wedding day.
They allowed us to visit the site a few times between booking and the day of, which was great in helping get us an idea of how we wanted things to look and also be able to see the site in different weather conditions.
For the weeks leading up to the wedding, Dave and Julie were amazing with communication. We knew we wanted to use a large portion of their decorations from Julie’s treasures room, but wanted to make sure all of the details were just right. Julie emailed, texted, and called to ensure I had pictures, answers and reassurance the entire way through.
The week of the wedding and wedding day was nothing short of perfect (even with rain). Cory came in and set up everything, just the way we wanted it. He took every request we threw at him and ran with it. He had the best attitude and made everything just so easy. Julie and Dave also ensured we had everything we needed right from the start. Julie had great suggestions that helped us immensely when we weren’t quite sure what to do and that also made everything so simple for us.
The retreat house is a huge added bonus that our entire wedding party benefitted from. It was enough room for all of us, convenient being located right next to the venue and just an overall amazing place to stay with great amenities and a beautiful view. It made the entire experience feel more special and intimate than a hotel or other location to stay in.
From answering my countless emails, to ensuring every forgotten detail was thought of and handled, I can not recommend Pine Peaks Event Center enough. They go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need and to make your day (and honestly the months leading up to it) as easy as possible. They include amazing extras like late night pizzas for guests, tractor rides around the property, fire pits for s’mores and so much more. The venue is beautiful any time of year with the surrounding landscape and we are just so happy with how everything turned out.
Thank you Dave, Julie and Cory. We will never forget our wedding day and it’s in huge part thanks to you three.
Abigail and John Kelley
Vendor response 05/27/2019
Hi Abby and John, thank you so much for this outstanding review of Pine Peaks. We enjoyed...
working with you to make your wedding perfect. Have a great life and be good to each other.
Dave and Julie
Cory
Naomi J
5.0
4/17/2019
Dave, Julie, Cory and everyone else involved at Pine Peaks do everything they can to make your wedding weekend perfect in every way! They are truly wonderful people, and it shines through in the business they run! as a busy medical student, I didn't have tons of time to spend planning/decorating for my wedding, but wedding planners, decorations and most all-inclusive type venues were prohibitively costly for us. My biggest priority in selecting a wedding venue was a balance between cost and ease of planning. The second we toured Pine Peaks with Julie, we knew our search was over. The venue is beautiful, the treasure room is an incredible resource for any DIY bride that doesn't have time to DIY and Dave, Julie and the team are so experienced that you can rest at ease that your big day will go smoothly. Having the venue for the entire long weekend is an incredible perk, allowing you to not only celebrate on the wedding day, but also have the time to enjoy and relax surrounded by your family and friends. We could not be happier with our choice to get married at Pine Peaks and we would recommend this venue to anyone!
Vendor response 04/17/2019
Thank you, Naomi and Carl, for the kind words and this great review of Pine Peaks. We enj...
oyed working with you to make your wedding event memorable. Be good to each other and best wishes in your future.
Dave and Julie (and Cory)
Fran S
5.0
3/05/2019
Wonderful Wedding Event Center! Top notch! Exceeded our expectations! Dave & Julie & Staff are the best ever! Very helpful and detailed along the way! Very fun couple and they are professional and the wedding house is awesome its was so nice not to have to drive back and forth as its right on site! Gorgeous Grounds, even in the Winter! 100 % recommended! I wouldnt look anywhere else! Everyone is so thoughtful and personable and the wedding activities are all taken care of so all we had to do was enjoy the Day!
Kris R
5.0
2/21/2019
Our daughter was married at Pine Peaks and I can't say enough about how perfect the venue is. From the beautiful lodging facility to the caring staff (Cory rocks!) and owners, every detail was thought of and carried out beautifully. Our daughter was thrilled to be able to spend time with her family and closest friends as we prepared for the wedding. The entire experience was perfect.
Breanna R
5.0
2/07/2019
We received so much more than we expected when choosing Pine Peaks for our wedding vendor, and there was no unexpected cost to all the amazing extra things they did for us. Dave, Julie, and Cory were all three beyond amazing, helpful, understanding, and accommodating- as well as professional. Beautiful place which is obvious. Being able to help decorate and set things up the way that we wanted on the days leading up to the wedding was amazing. And then having the space in the Retreat House to allow our bridal party and family to stay with us the days leading up to the wedding was more than we ever could have asked for! For such an important day, it was nice to be able to stretch that out into 5 days and truly be able to enjoy all of it. I can't imagine how rushed a "normal" wedding situation would feel.
Our time up there, as well as the wedding day itself was beyond perfect and better than I ever could have imagined!
Jess H
5.0
12/30/2018
Renting Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center was by far the best decision we made! Dave, Julie, and Cory were AMAZING to work with. Their attention to detail and responsiveness was incredible. They never were annoyed with all the questions we asked and went out of their way to make not only the day but our entire wedding weekend incredible! We loved being able to rent out the retreat house, which is on the same property as the venue. It was great being able to spend four nights there so we could enjoy more than just one day. It made set up so much less stressful and everything was taken down for us right away the next day. It saved us SO much work. Our wedding party LOVED being able to walk across the property to crash at night and it was a blast to have all of our closest friends/family in the same place all weekend. For anyone who is questioning whether or not to have a wedding here, DO IT! You won't be sorry! Thanks Pine Peaks staff for helping us make our dream wedding come true!