Rent this historic mountain lodge to host your closest friends and family for a private weekend at Rainbow Lodge in the Sierra Mountains. The capacity for an outdoor summer or fall event is 120 people, with accommodations for 65 overnight guests. The outdoor area offers a stunning backdrop for couples to hold their ceremony with views of the mountains.
The lodge combines historic charm, rustic accents, and modern amenities with one of the best locations in Northern California. Nestled high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Rainbow Lodge is a historic wedding venue located on 114 acres in Soda Springs, CA. Just a 15-minute drive from the slopes of Tahoe and surrounded by numerous hiking trails, this venue is ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re hosting a snowy winter wedding or outdoor summer celebration, the location offers numerous activities for you and your guests. A beautiful and intimate retreat, this event space provides spectacular views of the mountains to accompany your special day.
Rainbow Lodge has a storied past that you will sense when you enter the elegant and rustic building. Dating back to 1869, this property was originally a destination for The Pony Express and pioneers and miners looking to strike it rich during the gold rush. Rumors abound that the venue once hosted an illegal speakeasy in its basement. Today, the lodge provides a beautiful getaway for romantic celebrations of love.
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Starting prices
Reception:
$15,500
Ceremony:
$15,500
Bar services:
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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-Oct.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Backyard
Estate
Historic Venue
Hotel
Mountain
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
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5.0
out of 5.0
6 reviews
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Rainbow Lodge is highly praised as a wedding venue, with guests consistently impressed by the beautiful location, friendly staff, and delicious catering provided by Emily and Spencer. The lodge offers a unique experience, enabling guests to relax and connect all weekend long in a historic and tastefully decorated setting. Guests also appreciate the ability to stay onsite and enjoy various activities, such as hiking and swimming, making it the perfect spot for a memorable wedding weekend. Despite some concerns about room pricing, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with many describing it as the best wedding they have attended.
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Ashley T
5.0
11/03/2024
We got married here in September 2024 and got to reserve the whole place for our family and friends. We opted to have all of our wedding events on site to maximize the time with everyone. This venue, while expensive, will wow your guests and provide a unique experience where they can relax and connect all weekend long. Emily is very organized, a clear & direct communicator, and made sure that our event was a success. The staff are amazing too and provided a lot of help during the weekend with serving, bartending, and moving tabes & chairs. Our families were able to relax and many said that it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended.
Michelle S
5.0
10/25/2024
We had our wedding weekend at Rainbow Lodge and couldn't be happier with our choice! The lodge itself is amazing-- guests can stay onsite, it's historic and tastefully decorated, feels private but still with easy access to the Tahoe area, the perfect spot to gather friends and family for the weekend and have access to hiking, swimming, and generally beautiful surroundings. All the staff for Rainbow Lodge were fantastic. Emily was great to work with, her and her team are flexible and accommodating and executed everything super smoothly. Emily and Spencer also provide catering through the lodge, which was absolutely delicious! The whole team during the wedding weekend was super friendly and great-- shoutout especially to the bartenders, who brought the most fun vibes! We had the most fun weekend and a big part of that was having such an amazing venue! Highly, highly recommend!
The only thing we were a little bummed about was the price of the rooms for guests staying onsite-- they advertise a reasonable range, but when we actually got the room prices after booking, the majority of them are at the highest price (or within only $10 of it), despite having different sized beds and bathroom amenities, unless the room has a shared bathroom. We were hoping to offer our guests more of a range of prices to choose from.
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Richard N
5.0
8/14/2024
My partner and I got married at Rainbow Lodge weekend of 7/27/24. Emily and Spencer did an amazing job and we had the perfect weekend. They had excellent vendor recommendations and our guests loved being able to stay onsite and enjoy the full weekend in a beautiful location!
Katie C
5.0
3/07/2024
We stayed at Rainbow Lodge for a ski trip not a wedding, but I wanted to share what a wonderful experience we had. Emily and Spencer are really organized, kind and helpful! The property itself is so special and perfect for a variety of events. I would book Rainbow Lodge for events in the future without second thought and know it would be fabulous!
Raquel B
5.0
8/16/2023
Emily + Spencer are absolutely top-notch to work with! Being a type A wedding planner they were on top of communication, sent easy-to-understand proposals/costs, and were on top of details on the wedding weekend. They are kind and know what they are doing. It was so nice that I can put absolute trust in their craft. They definitely delivered for my couple!
The Rainbow Lodge is a perfect intimate wedding venue that allows family and friends to stay the weekend and truly immerse themselves into your wedding experience.
My couple loved the elevated summer camp feel of the lodge and truly enjoyed their time spent there.
I would love to work at the Rainbow Lodge again as I had such a great experience during the planning process and throughout the weekend!
Ashley M
5.0
8/14/2023
Rainbow Lodge is an amazing venue! We just had our wedding here and everyone keeps talking about how much fun it was. Around 60 people can stay at the lodge with you which allows for so much more quality time with friends and family. There is a natural watering hole which makes for a nice relaxing swim when there is down time and the grounds are perfectly manicured. The lodge itself is a gem. The decor, rooms, bathrooms, dining room, communal spaces and kitchen are all yours. Emily makes the booking process so easy and is available to answer any questions throughout the planning journey. She also provides a super helpful vendor list you can use if you want vendor recommendations but you can also hire any vendors. The whole weekend at the lodge was amazing and Emily was always there if we needed help. There are multiple ways you can set up the space for ceremony and reception which really allows you to make it yours. I highly recommend checking out this venue because it is truly a special place!
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