About this vendor
Harvey House is a wedding venue in Idyllwild, CA. Situated in the San Bernardino Forest, along the banks of Strawberry Creek, and a stone's throw from the majestic San Jacinto Mountains, this idyllic property is the perfect setting for a woodsy, mountain-chic wedding celebration.
Harvey House hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions and can accommodate parties of up to 150 guests. The venue's utterly charming, professionally designed event spaces afford spectacular creek and mountain views and set the stage for a day of breathtaking wonder and unforgettable romance. The large meadow, surrounded by towering pine trees, makes an ideal spot for an extraordinary outdoor ceremony. After saying your vows, you and your party can adjourn to either of the venue's two large patios for a cocktail reception before making your way to the magnificent banquet hall for an evening of dinner and dancing. Harvey House has beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites so that you and your guests can unwind and sleep comfortably at the end of the day's festivities. The venue also has a cozy get-ready suite, an event kitchen, and a private parking lot for your convenience.
Harvey House is available for exclusive use. The venue offers a choice of wedding packages. Package features and options include planning support from an in-house wedding coordinator, a three-course meal prepared just for you by Harvey House's talented chef, a custom cake, and much more. Special elopement packages are also available. Contact Harvey House's events team today for more information. They can't wait to give you the wedding celebration you've always wanted.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
Business Attributes
- Asian-owned Business
- LGBTQ+-owned Business
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Mountain
- Trees
Venue Service Offerings
- Cakes & Desserts
- Cupcakes
- Other Desserts
- Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
- Food & Catering
Awards and Affiliations
Reviews
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One would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful venue. We walked through and were dazzled by the pines. We love the parlor – giving our guests a quieter place to visit was fabul...
ous. The rooms at the inn are beautiful. The outdoor spaces festive while allowing the natural beauty to take center stage. We were sold on the venue after the first walkthrough.
We treasured the venue wedding day coordinator - Leigh Ann was pivotal to creating the most memorable experience that reflected our personalities. Great recommendations on decor & day of timeline. Her attention to detail added beauty while maintaining simplicity (a high priority).
HH's list of preferred vendors was fabulous! When we had some issues, our coordinator stepped in with an alternative recommendation. Our vendors (which were all top notch) listed at the end. The preferred vendors worked directly with HH and there was less on our plate to coordinate. The vendors understood the space, the electrical, the unpredictable weather, etc.
The forecast was 73° and sunny. It poured rain the day before our wedding, snowed the night before and the morning of, hailed then rained a little later that morning. The wonderful staff at HH jumped right on it, and pivoted to ensure the ceremony and reception went off without a hitch!
We opted for the buffet Platinum package w/appetizers and popcorn bar. The food was a hit! Croux (the caterer) prepared a feast! We had a few folks with very restrictive diets who found foods that worked for them! We appreciated the catering walkthrough in advance so that we could make tough decisions between the various options. The wedding cake (part of the package) was amazing! At the cake tasting I thought the cake was okay but wasn't too enthused. On the day of, the cake was fabulous! We had two tiers, very different cake/filling flavors, and WOW!
Head mixologist (Bekah) worked closely with us to create signature cocktails/mocktails – fun and delicious. AND she provided us with a detailed shopping list for all of the mixes, juices, wine, garnishes and alcohol we needed. It was helpful to have that list! We opted to tip the bar staff directly (no tip jar), so our guests did not worry about tipping, and made sure bar staff were well compensated.
HH also arranged a visit from Mayor Max (and a mayoral proclamation)! Mayor Max was an absolute hit!
We rented the house next door to Harvey House as our "base of operations" for the weekend – hosting a few casual get-togethers for our wedding guests. I would highly recommend doing so – having a base of operations close to the venue was key. We planned other weekend activities, including a hike around Lake Fulmor (in the rain, as it turns out), pizza & s'mores night before party (using electric s'mores makers) at the rental house (pizza from the Idyllwild Pizza Company), a morning of continental breakfast at the rental house with donuts from Amelia's Donuts, and a coffee tasting event at Black Mountain Coffee Roasters. All of the events were fantastic! By the time of the wedding, everyone attending the wedding had become friends.
To sum up, we cannot imagine a better or more beautiful or more perfect venue for our wedding! We look forward to returning on a landmark anniversary!
Vendors:
Catering: Croux
Photography: Simile Photography (Nick and Sarah Simile)
DJ & Photobooth: The Wedding Collective (DJ Parradax)
Florist: Taylor Made Floral
Hair & Makeup: McKenzie Thompson (Hair by McKenzie)
Harvey House was truly an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the very beginning, the entire team made everything feel smooth, thoughtful, and completely taken care o...
f. Communication was clear, the process felt effortless, and every detail was handled with such care and professionalism. Whenever I felt overwhelmed or unsure, I was always met with patience and understanding. I felt supported, calm, and genuinely cared for. The space itself is beautiful, warm, and welcoming, but what truly makes Harvey House special is the people behind it. Their kindness, organization, and attention to detail made the entire experience feel seamless and meaningful. If I missed something, their expertise and attention to detail was handled effortlessly with love and care. I’m incredibly grateful for the staff and everything they did to make our time there so wonderful. I couldn’t recommend Harvey House more highly. Thank you so so much for being such a huge part in creating and being part of a special life memory and chapter.
What an absolute dream of a wedding! All of our guests keep telling us how wonderful and perfect it was. The venue is obviously beautiful, but I didn’t realize how perfect it would...
be for a reception. The three distinct areas (lounge, deck, dancefloor) flow so well, and they give people options for where to hang out and what to do. Vendors and our coordinator Bekah were all super professional, cool, and helpful. And the rest of the staff were simply wonderful (specific shout out to Daniel who was uncommonly kind every time I spoke to him).
We are not the type of people who were enthusiastic about a “dream wedding” or whatever. We just wanted to get married and have a party about it with minimal effort on our part, but that seemed impossible until we found Harvey House.
Everybody told me planning a wedding would be so stressful (and of course, the weeks leading up to it were to a degree), but Harvey House made it seem very easy compared to what I was expecting. They take care of so many little things, and they provide guidance and suggestions on the things you have to take care of for yourself.
This review is long overdue, but we got married here in December 2024. The venue is beautiful, think "cabin in the woods" vibes. The venue is essentially a large house with a larg...
e backyard porch and stunning backyard complete with skyscraping pine trees. The house coupled with the surrounding large trees provides for a very intimate feel, no matter how many guests you have in attendance.
When I was planning my wedding, I was a full time student and truthfully, did not have a lot of spare time to dedicate to wedding planning. Since Harvey House offers access to catering options, an event coordinator, as well as a long list of recommendations for vendors, it made the planning process as easy as I think it possibly could be. I definitely felt supported throughout the whole process. Both Bekah and Leigh Ann (our event coordinators) were so helpful and communicative with us the entire time. Harvey House also offers a lot of decor options that we could borrow, so it helped to keep our costs down since we didn't have to purchase most of the decor on our own.
Occasionally, I will think back to our wedding, and I am always struck with an appreciation that this was the venue that we chose. All of our guests had a wonderful time. We had a wonderful time. I highly recommend having your special day here :)
The Harvey House was the perfect backdrop for our wedding. We wanted a mountain elopement feel and look, but with all of the services and benefits of a traditional wedding venue! T...
he Harvey House allows you to craft a perfectly unique day. They provide lots of guidance and have incredible recommendations that make planning easier, however they allow for way more customizations and flexibility than so many of the other venues that we looked into. The pricing is fair and all of the staff members are so responsive, helpful, and passionate. From guided tours, email assistance, professional communication, and tons of amenities offered- we are incredibly grateful that we chose the Harvey House for our wedding. The bathrooms are ADA compliant, and elderly guests/guests with disabilities are able to comfortably enjoy the evening. You can rent the house, and the house next door for the entire weekend so that you are onsite and stress-free all weekend. They have truly thought of every detail, from getting ready spaces, the first look options, ceremony enhancements, and so many reception options. They have a parking lot for vendors and provide parking shuttle for guests, along with security and hands on support day of. You are able to have the perfect mix of outdoor celebrating, with patio and indoor options to keep guests comfortable in every type of weather. This is a truly magical place to get married and we are thankful every single day that we trusted the Harvey House with our wedding!
The staff at Harvey House Idyllwild were so professional and helpful throughout the year(!) we took to plan our wedding. Bekah, our day of coordinator that Harvey House provided wa...
s awesome, she kept us on track and answered every question we had. What made it really easy is everything is included if you want to use their decorations and vendors, which we loved because we did not want to "DIY" a lot of things or have to coordinate different vendors that have never worked with the Harvey House staff or venue before. They had a list of vendors that are familiar with the staff and made sure everything was seamless, which it was! Our wedding went super smooth and perfect, there were no hiccups or emergency situations, if there were, no one knew about it! Harvey House is a beautiful venue and all of our guests could not stop mentioning how beautiful it is. They actually kept thanking us for having our wedding there because they would never have been to area otherwise. We are so thankful that we chose Harvey House to have our wedding and reception because we already loved the town before finding this venue.
Harvey House was perfect for our winter wedding! From the beginning of our planning the team at Harvey House were available to answer questions, help with organization, and connect...
ing us with their trusted vendors.
A HUGE shout out to our Harvey House coordinator Leigh Ann! Her patience and knowledge were incredibly helpful and she made all the difference on our day. We went with a very D.I.Y approach which Leigh Ann not only accommodated, she understood and executed our vision perfectly. Her positive energy and attention to detail is unmatched. She assisted us from booking to day of event. A week before the wedding we had a vendor cancel on us and Leigh Ann swooped right in to save the day! She found a replacement at a comparable price that very same day. We could not be more grateful.
There is a 10:00 pm cut off for outdoor music, which may not work for some but worked out fine for us. Choosing a DJ who worked there before made the transition from outside to the dancefloor seamless.
Our wedding party was able to stay on site the night before and night of the wedding so getting ready the morning of the wedding was great. Our photographers, glam, and food vendors were greeted by a professional team. We knew we were in great hands.
We were so impressed with the venues ability to accommodate our guests needs and accommodate physical restrictions.
If you're looking for a serene woodsy venue, this place is magical. Harvey House is a perfect setting to begin your next chapter.
Our guests had a blast and we did too!
Just married on 10/26! We're so happy we chose Harvey House for our wedding venue. The property is beautiful and well taken care of and even better in person! The Harvey House team...
was so accommodating and professional and was always available to answer any question no matter how big or small. Leigh Anne, the director of events, went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with every detail. We loved working with you and we really couldn't have asked for a better a experience!
We cannot say enough amazing things about Harvey House! From start to finish, the staff was incredible—thoughtful, friendly, and always so easy to get ahold of. Leigh Ann went abov...
e and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect and made the entire process seamless.
The level of organization from all Harvey House vendors was truly impressive, and their attention to detail made our day completely stress-free and so fun! The team had so many great ideas to bring our vision to life, and it turned out even better than we imagined.
And the venue itself? Absolutely breathtaking! It truly felt like stepping into a dream. Our guests were blown away by the setting, and we were so grateful to celebrate in such a magical place.
If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers amazing service, a stunning atmosphere, and a team that genuinely cares, look no further. Harvey House gave us the wedding of our dreams, and we will cherish the memories forever!
My husband and I got married at Harvey House this past June and it was a magical, amazing, perfect day. From the moment we got in touch to schedule a venue tour to the last moments...
of our wedding day, the Harvey House team was wonderful. Leigh Ann, our in-house coordinator, was super on top of everything and so helpful throughout the entire process. The venue itself is beautiful and perfect for a woodsy wedding. Multiple guests let us know how great they thought the location was. It was a perfect day and Harvey House was such a big part of that.
We opted to go for the elopement package with Harvey House, and it was truly so easy and seamless. They took care of the decor, ceremony, officiant, florals, and dinner. It even in...
cluded an overnight stay. Leigh Ann, our wedding coordinator, was truly amazing - incredibly organized and had a really good eye for detail/decor. We really had a wonderful time celebrating our special day with our family.
My husband and I got married in September at Harvey House and it was magical! We loved the space and being amongst the trees. My husband really loved the smell of cedar. The house ...
itself is beautiful and renovated. We bough out the house so my immediate family could stay in the rooms upstairs which was great and convenient. Almost every room has its own bathroom. The in-house coordinator, Leigh Ann, is awesome and so necessary. She and Jeff were quick to respond and great to communicate with. They were accommodating with my requests, like having a champagne tower and a second food truck. Everyone on the team made the day wonderful and easy. They do have packages available, but I hired my own vendors and I liked the freedom with that. They provide lighting and stage, you can use the inside banquet room or deck as a dance floor, and you can rent tables, chairs and linens from them which decreased how many vendors I had to juggle. I would recommend Harvey House without hesitation.
It dropped a few feet of snow the night before my wedding! Harvey Houses' team was impeccable. I still had my outdoor ceremony because of their dedication to shoveling a path, and ...
everything was immediately accommodated inside. It was absolutely beautiful. I really didn't have a worry in the world despite that weather blunder because I knew they had it under control. And they did. I highly recommend this venue without any reservation. You want an outdoor feel with a luxury interior? Harvey House is your place!
Great staff, very responsive and organized! Beautiful venue!
We absolutely loved our experience with the Harvey House. We purchased their all-inclusive package for our small wedding of about 75 people. The service was incredible and we felt ...
informed and well-supported throughout the entire planning process. The wedding weekend went incredibly smoothly. Highly, highly recommend!
The Harvey House was such a stunning venue and ticked all the boxes I was looking for when I began my search for a wedding location. They have the magnificent pine trees surroundin...
g the property in the middle of the forest with a modern, clean, and accommodating venue space that doubles as a hotel for your guests. The town of Idyllwild is also so quaint and the surrounding nature is just beautiful.
I was planning a very small wedding and was so happy when I found that the Harvey House had an elopement package for 15 guests that included a one night stay on the property, florals, cake, officiant, a venue wedding planner to work with us on our decor, and a private dinner for the guests with a menu curated with a chef. Literally everything you could ask for!
My family decided to add another night stay to make the wedding more of a mini vacation and to give us extra time to get ready for the big day. We also hosted a traditional Chinese tea ceremony the day before at the Harvey House.
Their venue space is so cozy and stylish. It made our intimate gatherings even easier to put together since so much of their decor is already amazing. For our private dinner, the food was delicious and they have a really talented chef who they hire for these kind of intimate dinners. Definitely 5 star quality food. And I must say the wedding cake was the best cake I’d ever eaten and all my guests agreed.
Leigh Ann who was my venue wedding planner was astounding. She made the whole process so easy and flawlessly put together my vision for both my tea ceremony and the wedding day without a sweat. Every step of the way she was there to answer all of my hundreds of questions and the moment we got to the venue she made sure my family and I were taken care of. I can’t thank her enough for everything she did for us.
The other staff at the Harvey House were all so kind and helpful as well. Their team is so great and they all really care about making each couple’s day perfect. They all went above and beyond to make sure everything went according to plan even when there were some last minute hiccups (like rain!).
Originally I was looking for a venue in the redwoods to get the forest vibe I wanted for my wedding. However, every redwood location was either in the middle of no where or some park where you had to get permits. I really wanted an all in one location that included a place to stay so traveling wasn’t needed for our guests. I am so lucky so have come across the Harvey House when I was searching. It really exceeds expectations and I knew the moment I saw the property on our visit that it was the space for us.
I have so many good things to say about Harvey House and I will continue to recommend this place for anyone looking for a cozy, woodsy wedding venue with modern and comfortable accommodations (not some cabin in the woods!). Thank you Harvey House!
We'd do it again in a heartbeat. Leigh Ann, Alexandra, Jan, Jeff, and the entire HH team were great. So accommodating, so organized, helpful, kind and enthusiastic. Made us feel...
like we were the only wedding they were doing! The setting was beautiful and so convenient to be able to have our family all stay together in the house plus we rented the giant house next door and AirBnB across the street for friends and family. We took over. And it was beautiful. Thank you so much!
My experience getting married at Harvey House was beyond words. Besides the place being simply gorgeous, Jeff and his team were absolutely amazing. We had a crisis in the middle of...
our wedding (unrelated to Harvey House) and Jeff was just phenomenal and so helpful throughout the situation. We can’t thank y’all enough for a beautiful wedding as well as all of your kindness. Harvey House and all of Idyllwild will always have a special place in our hearts. If there were 10000 websites to leave reviews on I would write something on every single one!
My husband and I were able to have the wedding of our dreams thanks to Jeff and Harvey House. We wanted a small, romantic, mountain wedding, but all of the wedding venues in Big Be...
ar and the surrounding area were wildly out of budget. I found Harvey House because I had spent time in Idyllwild and decided to explore their wedding venue options. Jeff and his team were so communicative and kind, meeting our every need along the way (including acquiring a dance floor in time for our wedding - thank you!!). They recommended the best vendors and ensured that everything went smoothly. The venue is beautiful, well kept, clean, and accessible. We did not have a single thing to worry about and were able to party the night away! I highly recommend Harvey House to anyone, but especially those who have dreamed of a mountain wedding but are finding it inaccessible. Thank you Jeff and Harvey House!!
I just had my wedding at the Harvey House. It was an absolute dream and everything went perfectly. The team did everything to make sure the event went smoothly and the scenery was ...
something that all of our guests love. I would recommend it to anyone!
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54420 S. Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA | Southern California
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