$10,800 starting price
201-250 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 250 guests
About this vendor
We specialize in getting you to the ‘Happily Ever After’. We offer stunning on site weddings & elegant receptions, all with breathtaking views of Lake Wallenpaupack. Every season at Silver Birches is one to celebrate love & we can accommodate weddings year round.
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Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Guest Capacity
- Up to 250
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Cakes & Desserts
- Destination Weddings
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Service Staff
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This was the perfect venue for our wedding. Even though it rained and we had to have the ceremony inside it did not matter, the inside was beautifully done. All the guest commented on how beautiful the venue was. The food was delicious and the guests loved the buffet stations rather than being given a plated meal.
The best thing about the venue was hands down Cassidy the event coordinator. She made planning the wedding so much easier, she helped answer any and all questions, she was detail oriented and quick to respond to emails or texts. She truly made the wedding day stress free for me and I am so grateful for her help in making my wedding the perfect day to remember. I cannot recommend The Waterfront at Silver Birches enough.
The Waterfront at Silver Birches (and by extension all of Settlers Hospitality Group) was the perfect choice for our wedding weekend! Chiara is INCREDIBLE- she was always available to answer our many questions (especially through the ever-changing regulations of a post-Covid world), and helped us customize every detail of our wedding. She was also there overseeing every detail on our wedding day with such enthusiasm (and we were her third wedding of the weekend)- I could not have made it through the planning without her! We had our welcome party the night prior at one of the sister properties, which was relaxed and low- key with amazing food, and continued the party through the day after with an incredible post-wedding brunch. Our guests loved being able to stay on site throughout the weekend to take advantage of the lakefront views, water sports, and live music on the patio. The food at our wedding was probably the highlight of the night- our guests were still talking about it WEEKS later! We were able to work with Chiara and the chefs and bakers to customize our menu, and it turned out even better than we could have anticipated! We've already returned for a long weekend, and can't wait to plan another event there!
My husband and I just got married at the end of July, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Chiara and her team did an amazing job of planning everything for us. When restrictions went into place due to the virus, Chiara was quickly in touch with us to go over what they would mean for our wedding. Even when restrictions suddenly changed just two weeks before the wedding, Karen and Chiara quickly figured out solutions and made sure we didn't have to worry about anything.
To anyone else, who is dealing with planning their wedding during this pandemic, I certainly know how stressful it can be. Working with Chiara and her staff meant that everything turned out wonderfully in the end, in spite of all of the obstacles. A few words of advice: You will likely have guests who choose not to come to your wedding, but that just means that those who are there will be comfortable and happy to celebrate with you. Communicating with your guests about how this wedding will be different (wearing masks, not being allowed to approach the bar, having everything outside, etc.) helps to eliminate surprises and made the wedding day less stressful.
We added a lot of things to our wedding after our initial planning session, due to the virus, and Chiara was so accommodating with everything. We had red, yellow, and green bracelets for guests to take upon entry to indicate their level of comfort with interacting with others, and we made masks for guests, and Chiara made sure these were easily accessible to guests. Even with restrictions, Chiara made sure we were still able to have our Pittsburgh Cookie Table, as long as we individually packaged the cookies. We brought hand sanitizer for tables, and that was all distributed properly. My husband and I had so many worries about how the virus was going to impact our wedding, but with Chiara, Karen, and their staff in control, we really had nothing to worry about. Words cannot express how truly wonderful our day was.
I cannot say how truly thankful I am for Chiara at Silver Birches. She was so wonderful in tailoring and organizing my wedding. She was so lovely to work with and I had one of the best days of my life because of all her help. Silver Birches provided a list of all preferred vendors that we chose from and we were not disappointed. The guests loved the buffet food we had and the environment of the lodging area. We also had a bonfire after the wedding that they helped organize which was a lovely after party. Overall we could not have been happier with everything!
I can’t express enough how amazing Silver Birches made our wedding day. From the very start, they treated us like family and did everything they could to make the process easy. There is nothing I would have changed about my wedding day, and I owe that largely to Silver Birches and their wonderful staff, beautiful views, and amazing experiences.
We are so happy we chose Silver Birches for our wedding this July. Our guests raved about the food and beautiful lake views. We booked WAY in advance (like 2 years), and we had an easy, stress-free experience from start to finish. Chiara, our wedding coordinator, was amazing. She responded to all of our questions quickly and easily and was very flexible with all of our requests. She made it possible to have our wedding exactly how we pictured it! The room block reservation process was a bit cumbersome as there was a lot of mix ups and miscommunications, but that was our only complaint. We highly recommend Silver Birches for your wedding!
We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding at Silver Birches. The venue is absolutely beautiful. Several family members and friends stayed on the resort which made spending time with each other easy the days leading up to the wedding, whether it’s hanging out on the patio of the house/cottages, sitting at the firepit at night, or enjoying the outdoor games right by the lake. Family and friends are still talking about how much they loved the venue and their “mini vacation” because of the amenities (kayaking, paddleboarding, etc.) available as well. We were sold on this venue after our tour with Karen Loeschorn. She was so helpful with any questions we had and has the friendliest personality. Karen made sure we saw everything at the resort during the tour including the inside of rooms and even set us up with lunch at the restaurant so we could try the food there. Chiara Marone, our event coordinator, did an amazing job with everything. Since we live a few hours away from the area, we had many email communications and phone calls. Chiara was very responsive and easygoing. She always made sure we had our questions answered and was so accommodating with any other requests we had. On the day of our wedding, she had everything at the ceremony organized perfectly. The reception room was even better! Chiara decorated the room even better than we imagined with the numerous decorations we dropped off to her, and even brought us snacks and drinks to our bridal suite while we relaxed for a bit by ourselves during cocktail hour! We were treated with nothing but kindness from all the staff at Silver Birches, which is the best part about this venue. This truly is a great place for a wedding and the staff is fantastic. To all of the Silver Birches teams and especially Karen and Chiara, we really appreciate everything you have done for us and we are so thankful to have celebrated our big day here!
Silver Birches is a dream venue. The location is beautiful - ceremonies are outside by the lake and the reception hall is a large, light-filled space with floor to ceiling lake views. You can stay on-site in a lake house or cottage and the venue takes care of every detail. They even have decor you can incorporate into your design (lanterns, votives, bird cage for cards, etc.) and the price they quote you includes everything: food, open bar, the wedding cake and all taxes. There are absolutely no hidden fees. But by far the best thing about Silver Birches are the staff. Everyone we dealt with was so friendly and helpful. Our day-of coordinator, Karen, was amazing. She took such good care of us on our wedding day; from bringing us drinks during photos to even giving me a hair tie at the end of the night when I desperately needed it. It’s the little things that go a long way and make all the difference. I looked at a ton of venues both online and in person, and nothing compared to Silver Birches. If you’re looking for a stress-free wedding at a reasonable price, in a gorgeous location in the Poconos - this is it!
Everything was amazing! The perfect location, great food, attentive staff! Could not be happier!
Silver Birches was the perfect venue for our August wedding! Even though the weather did not cooperate enough to have the ceremony outdoors, the ceremony inside went off without a hitch and was beautiful! Our guests were able to make it outside on the deck for cocktail hour and Joe and I made it outside with our photographers during dinner for some stunning lakeside pictures. Oh..and the food was amazing!! Ashley was there to answer questions every step of the way and was such a supportive part of our day. We would recommend Silver Birches to anyone!
After touring multiple venues we finally found Silver Birches which had everything we wanted, a view, rooms within walking distance from the wedding ceremony and reception, reasonable prices that include tax and tip and knowledgeable staff. Karen made us feel comfortable and confident that everything would go smoothly on our wedding day. We got married a year and a half after booking Silver Birches, Karen answered every e-mail throughout that time in a timely manner. When our wedding got closer we were introduced to Ashley who continued to answer my multiple e-mails(which increased exponentially as the wedding date crept up). Ashley met with us a few days before the wedding to answer last minute questions and to organize our additional decorations. Ashley was there to answer any questions at our rehearsal (we had our rehearsal dinner at the Boiler Room which Ashley and Karen helped set up, it is BEAUTIFUL there). On our wedding day the staff at Silver Birches arranged our decorations beautifully and Ashley walked me to the ceremony. Everything ran without a hitch. Our guests raved about the location and the food(we did buffet), which was delicious, we actually got a chance to eat.
We rented the three houses on the property and our guests rented cabins and rooms. Houses cannot be reserved until January of the year you plan to rent as guests from the previous year get first dibs on the houses. The only complaint I had about this was that I was given Jenna's phone number and e-mail, we were very anxious about renting the houses so we called and e-mailed as it got closer, with no return phone calls. When I addressed this with Jenna in person and said she had not responded to my e-mails she replied "that sounds about right". I thought that response was a bit rude, as someone spending a lot of money at one place for the biggest day of our lives. After we did get the houses we had called frequently to check on our room block, the staff at the front desk at The Resort at Silver Birches was awesome. My now, husband called a little more frequently than he should have and they started to get to know him. Our experience renting the houses was amazing and we plan on visiting Silver Birches in the years to come!
We had our wedding at Silver Birches last weekend and it was absolutely perfect. The outdoor portion of the venue and resort is gorgeous; it's right on the lake with incredible views, the pool and tiki bar are perfect for large groups, and everything on-site is easily accessible yet spaced out enough where you don't feel cramped or crowded even with other groups of people there. We had our rehearsal dinner on Friday in the Starboard room and even with another wedding going on at the same time at Silver Birches, service or the large number of wedding guests we had attending were not affected. The reception room is perfect for a large wedding, and the staff decorated it with our decor perfectly. As far as accommodations go, they have been updated beautifully, and our guests were pleasantly surprised at how nice and spacious they all were, and most of them are very affordable. Jenna, who is in charge of booking there, was so pleasant to work with. All of the staff at Silver Birches is more than accommodating. Our main wedding coordinator Ashley took care of every detail without ever adding stress to the planning process. She was very kind and thoughtful, and made our wedding day run very smoothly. I am so thankful for her! Karen was very helpful as well. The main comment we heard from our guests was how awesome the food was! You don't typically expect exceptional food at a large wedding, but it truly was. I would recommend Silver Birches to anyone seeking a naturally beautiful venue with staff who goes above and beyond to make your wedding perfect.
Our wedding at Silver Birches was absolutely amazing! We couldn't have asked for it to go any more smoothly or any easier! Ashley and her team were absolutely outstanding with the set up of the room, more than I could have imagined. Ashley also worked hard to ensure we stayed on track with our timeline without making us feel rushed.
The banquet staff was quick! We had a kiddo throw up and a dropped glass and they were there ready to clean up before anyone even knew what happened.
From day one, meeting Karen and being given a tour of the property through the day after our reception, everything was perfect! Ashley made the planning process so simple and easy - honestly, no stress!!
The food was incredible - we did the buffet, so many food choices - everyone raved about it!
The cake was amazing!
The other big thing for us was allowing everyone to stay on site for our wedding, since all families were driving 3+ hours. The Inn and lodging staff at Silver Birches was incredible and accommodating as well! Thank you all for making our wedding weekend absolutely spectacular and all we imagined (and more!)
When searching for venues for a Fall wedding, we knew that we wanted an all-in-one place since most of our family and friends would be traveling. After getting a tour of the property and getting to spend time with Karen, we both instantly knew that Silver Birches was the perfect location for our wedding day! Throughout the process, we worked with Karen and Ashley to plan what was, in our opinion, the most perfect wedding day. They were always prompt with responding to our inquiries, gave us checklists to keep us on task, gave excellent recommendations for vendors, and did an amazing job of setting up the ceremony and reception spaces with our decorations. Our family and friends still rave about the beautiful location and the delicious food every time we see them! We couldn't have been more happy with our special day, and we owe a lot of that to the staff at Silver Birches.
The Silver Birches is the best venue for an all-in-one wedding experience. My husband and I knew we wanted to have everything in one place so that we could spend the most time with friends and family and have almost exclusive access to the resort. Ashley and Karen helped every step of the way while we planned and answered all questions big and small. Our wedding day went so smoothly without a hitch and I have to thank Ashley for paying attention to every detail. I didn't really have any decorations for the ceremony or the reception, but the ceremony space speaks for itself. They have a beautiful arbor at the altar and it's right on the water with a beautiful view of the lake. The reception space is where my expectations were well beyond exceeded. We went with the centerpieces that the venue supplied and they added a ton of special touches to compliment our favors which were potted succulents. We gave everything to Ashley the night before and they set everything up perfectly. The cake was the showstopper. I had only given ideas and pictures of examples, and it looked perfect. The food and cake tasted amazing, we only got great compliments from our guests. After the reception ended we were able to stay on the property because everyone stayed there. A bunch of family went up to the bar to continue the night and others went out to the bonfires. I definitely recommend getting the "Big House" for your wedding party. The girls got ready upstairs while the boys got ready downstairs. It was the perfect place to come back to after the wedding to hang out and celebrate some more.
If you want a stress free day on a beautiful lake with a spectacular crew, then book your day sooner than later! It's well worth it!
My wife and I cannot say enough good things about this venue. From the moment we reached out to tour the venue to see if it was a fit they treated us like family. Karen and Ashley were both extremely responsive to emails and any questions and concerns we had through the planning process. I will say we were a bit hesitant to have a same-sex wedding in the Poconos; however, those reservations quickly went out the window after touring the venue and knowing that we were not the first same-sex couple to tie the knot here. Everything leading up to the day of our wedding went smoothly. We attended a group tasting which was an event within itself where we had the opportunity to meet vendors and taste all of the food. The day of our wedding went seamlessly. Ashley, Karen, and the entire staff was phenomenal. They continually checked in on us and went the extra mile to make sure everything went well. Although it rained on our big day, our indoor ceremony was great and we were fortunate enough to have sunset pictures! If you are looking for a beautiful waterfront and affordable venue, Silver Birches should be on your short list. The quality of the food is second to none, and they offer an intimate resort atmosphere which you can also host a breakfast or rehearsal dinner (highly recommend the breakfast buffet) and your guests can stay on site. Thank you to the entire Silver Birches family for making our day special!
The Waterfront at Silver Birches was nothing less then exceptional. As a bride I had multiple envisions for my wedding day, Ashley, whom was our wedding coordinator, and her team made every single one of them come true. Anything I asked for, was done and If it couldn't be done they made sure another alternative was in place. Everyone was professional and welcoming from the bar staff to the wait staff and the wedding coordinator herself. I couldn't ask for a better team to help me on such an important day. Ashley made me feel like the only bride she had to work with this year, when really I know she has dozens to work with this summer alone. She was the glue that held everything together. She was always just an email or phone call away and that is extremely comforting as a bride. The venue was breathtaking. The lake of course, but it was very apparent the staff worked very hard to up keep the grounds as well. I felt like I had my own little world for my wedding. I wish I could relive this day over and over again, that is just how special and wonderful The Waterfront at Silver Birches worked. I thank everyone and I encourage all brides to indulge themselves in this venue, worth every penny is an understatement!
I had my wedding at Silver Birches on October 7th and I'm so happy we did! From the beautiful ceremony, the reception, our cake, the food to the amazing staff and wedding planner Karen it couldn't have been better! My husband Albert and I had such an amazing time and experience! We will recommend Silver Birches to anyone and everyone. Thanks for making out day as perfect as it was! <3
My husband and I just got married at Silver Birches recently and it was amazing. Karen walked us through the process and helped make sure everything went flawlessly! The food, wait staff and environment was amazing. We had a great time at our wedding and everyone couldn't stop commenting on how beautiful it was and how great the food was. We also loved that Silver Birches isn't a wedding factory and really embraces your style and tries to make your dream come true. Enough great things can't be said about Silver Birches. Look no further, this wedding venue is drop dead gorgeous. Thanks again!
All of our wedding dreams came true at Silver Birches. I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful day. Ashley Ehrhardt helped us from day one, giving us great advice, answering my many questions, and being so sweet and genuine throughout the whole process. Definitely request to work with her! Everything ran smoothly, perfectly, and the staff was so helpful and kind throughout the whole night. The food was to die for, the drinks were wonderful, and there is no better scenery than right on the lake.
I cannot say enough about Silver Birches. My husband and I spent 16 months planning an outdoor wedding and then it rained. The staff at Silver Birches made sure that we still had a perfect day. They were very kind and accommodating, and did a wonderful job transforming our space from ceremony to reception.
Karen and Ashley are absolutely wonderful. They were with me every step of the way and I couldn't have done it without them! We received countless compliments the night of or wedding from the food, to the venue to the staff. All of our guests loved it.
One of the questions we were asked most often was "how did you find this place?". Silver Birches is truly a hidden gem. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and my husband and I are already counting the days until our return.
When I met Karen and her assistant, Ashley, at Ehrhardt's back in January, I immediately knew they were the ones to help me plan my wedding! Karen's sincerity and welcoming, warm personality reassured me that my wedding was not just going to be another "job" for her. She really does care about each and every couple and makes it her personal prerogative to ensure you have the best day ever! She is very friendly and personable and will do everything in her power to give you the day you dream of. She bent over backwards a few times for us to accommodate our wedding day needs. One example is we originally had our date set for August 2017. Circumstances changed and my groom and I had to move up our wedding date to this April. I went in early March to talk to Karen about different options for a wedding ceremony and she immediately found us a date in April and hopped on the phone to call around and make arrangements to make this wedding a reality! She coordinated with our wedding cake vendor and the cabin room's contact for our guests to stay in. We sat in her office and planned my entire wedding in an hour. She got every one on board and I was able to plan a wedding in 1 month! That is what I mean when I tell you Karen does not take her "job" lightly. You are not a job to her. You become family when you sign that contract and you WILL be taken care of as such. As for the serving staff, my guests could not rave enough about their excellent service! After the wedding, my guests gave me personal accounts of when a server went above and beyond their duty to help them with something. To give you an example, one of my guests was looking for a fork on the table. A server immediately, within 2 seconds of my guest looking, came over and said "I saw you were looking for something what can I get for you?" I mean wow! That's service you find at an all-inclusive 5 star Caribbean resort or Disney cruise line. My guests also raved about the quality of food! They must have sent back a dozen compliments to the chef on the taste and portions! My wedding day was perfect because it seriously was stress free. The Ehrhardt's staff set up our ceremony inside because of cold weather, then served the appetizers to smoothly move guests to the bar area so they could quickly set up the dining room with my centerpieces and favors included in maybe a 15 minute time frame. I've never seen a room transform so quickly and beautifully. This staff knows their stuff and all the rules of hospitality. The staff was very friendly and helpful towards my guests and made our night so enjoyable because we felt like we were taking care of at all times. Karen kept our wedding timeline punctual. She smoothly transitioned us from ceremony, to reception, from introductions to first dance to dinner to cake cutting to dancing. I never had to talk to any of my service people because she took care of everything and kept my photographers, videographer and DJ all on the same page and timeline. We had to have the ceremony inside which at first I was a little bummed because I wanted it outside on the lake. But the way Karen set up the inside, it really felt like we are on the lake. The back wall is all windows and she puts you on a raised stage so you can still see outside and see the lake. The lake was in every picture! Which was exactly what I wanted. I cannot thank Karen and her staff enough for our perfect wedding day! You will not be disappointed if you decide to get married at Ehrhardt's!
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Ehrhardt's in October and everything was amazing! Karen, the wedding planner at Ehrhardt's, was very helpful and enthusiastic about our wedding. Our guests continue to tell us how much they loved our wedding and the food! Even though it rained and we couldn't have our ceremony outdoors, Karen made sure everything ran smoothly and that our day was perfect. We are a same sex couple and we really appreciated being treated with such courtesy and respect. Many of our friends and family stayed overnight and enjoyed the accommodations. We have nothing but good things to say about our experience!
There are not enough words to say how thankful we are that Jess and Erik chose Ehrhardts for their wedding. From Karen's help on Day 1 to the event itself, we could not have asked for more. Everyone was pleasant and helpful, the banquet hall was beautiful, and the food was outstanding. Since it was off-season and the guests could stay on-site, it became not only a wedding but a weekend reunion, and many guests said they'd like to return. We are so happy they chose an off-season date!
In short, the most common comment we heard was "Best wedding ever!"
Thanks again for everything!
My husband and I had our ceremony on the lawn at Ehrhardt's, followed by a reception inside, and it was all so perfect I still can't wrap my head around it. Karen, the wedding coordinator, was so calming throughout the whole planning process, and I kid you not...we didn't have to think about anything on wedding day except enjoying ourselves because the staff there took care of absolutely everything. Everyone was so professional, and so genuinely nice to be around. All of our guests were from out of town, and they're all talking about how they can't wait until the summertime to go back to Ehrhardt's to visit because it was such a great experience. Not one single detail was overlooked, including things I never would have even thought of. I really recommend Ehrhardt's to anyone who's looking for a venue. And I can't even wrap my head around the food. I have been to tons of weddings, and never have I had food that was so consistently good as at Ehrhardt's. Everything was delicious, and every single one of our guests commented on it being the best wedding food they've ever had.
I cannot say enough what a beautiful venue this was to have my wedding! The ceremony took place outside and had a gorgeous view of the lake! The layout of the banquet center was perfect and also had a gorgeous view of the lake with a private deck that guests could enjoy. The food was phenomenal! I received nothing but compliments from the wide assortment of food and beverage options. I loved how the venue was able to provide not just the location, but also the food and open bar options I was looking for. Tax and gratuity were all included within their package pricing which made the budget planning so much easier with no hidden costs or surprises! I also loved working with the wedding coordinator, Karen, who was an absolute delight to work with! She really paid close attention to all of my requests and details, and everyone from Ehrhardt's staff were more than willing to accommodate special requests to make the day exactly what I wanted! I would have to say that everything was worth the price because I had zero stress, and it was absolutely gorgeous and unforgettable! Not only will you gain a gorgeous wedding with this venue, but you'll gain relationships with this staff that will have you going back long after your wedding for food and fun! Thank you again to all at Ehrhardt's!
Jul 5 at 9:45 AM
Hi Karen,
Just wanted to say Wow!!!! What a great time we had at the wedding and our guest are still talking about how great the food was and how beautiful everything was!!
You were not kidding when you said I could put away my wedding folder, it was so nice to just enjoy the weekend with no worries! Everything was so stress free. Briana and Travis loved everything about their day. You made the day go so smoothly. We loved the new cabins and our guest all enjoyed their stay at Ehrhardt's. Breakfast the next morning put a special end to a fantastic weekend. Michael did a great job on breakfast. You all are a great team at Ehrhardt's.
So again a big thank you for making our daughter and new son in-law's wedding a day to always remember. We had a blast!!!
Sincerely
Parents of Bride & Groom
Linda & Jim Malachowski
Karen and her team at Ehrhardt's are amazing! They really make sure every little detail is perfect for your special day, they think of everything! We had both our ceremony and reception onsite. We were blown away at how great everything was...from the food to the service it was all top notch. Karen makes sure your planning goes smoothly and is quick to respond to email and phone calls. She sends helpful reminders which are great because your mind will be all over the place right before your big day. We were so happy that we picked Ehrhardt's and you will be too!
We had a small wedding (~80) guests and made some special requests to try to keep the costs down. Karen (our planner, a service included in the price!!) happily helped and made sure our reception fit in our budget. She was attentive and helpful for the entire planning process. More importantly, though, on the day of the wedding, she really went above and beyond our expectations and made us truly feel special. She escorted the grandparents to their seats and seemed to show special attention as if ours was the only wedding the venue had ever seen. It was amazing. The entire staff was professional and courteous, as well.
In addition to the exceptional quality, Ehrhardt's provided a wide array of service options, provided a wedding planner, provided set-up and tear down, AND did a big amount of the logistic work (cakes/flowers/etc) for us (all included). They even provided a list of options for DJs/bands/photographers etc (we ended up doing additional research and finding someone else to fit our needs and budget, but the service is convenient).
Our reception was a buffet dinner style with hors d'oeuvres at the cocktail hour. The guests were raving about the coconut shrimp and mini-cheesesteaks (I really liked the bruschetta). After dinner, many guests commented that they were expecting the usual buffet dinner, but were pleasantly surprised at how delicious the food was.
They reception layout is really convenient. The bar is large and accessible without intruding on the dining/dancing area. It overlooks the lake making it extremely scenic and all of the decoration is modern and elegant. It really gives you a ton of options on how you want to add an personalize it for your own wedding reception. The hall was very comfortable for our size wedding and could easily seat more (I think it can seat in the mid to high 200s for guests??).
Lastly, the bar upstairs had live music planned and was a great after party hangout for us and our guests.
It was also awesome that all of our guests were able to be accommodated in the resort's rooms. A larger wedding might have some trouble, but it was more than enough for ours. The rooms were also all very nice.
We also had our rehearsal dinner in the restaurant above the hall. It was a little tight (can only accommodate 46 guests) but the food was excellent, the ice cream bar was super fun for everyone, and the service was extraordinary.
As you can see, we were really happy with our service. I believe that IF your wedding pushed the limits of the hall's capacity, it could get a little crowded. The good side is that there is plenty of space near the bar, and a deck (if it's warm) for people to spread out after the dinner. But as for the service, there is literally nothing that made me say to myself, "wow I wish she would've done X." Karen and the staff way exceeded our expectations.
When searching for a venue we didn't just want any old fire hall, but we also didn't want to bust our budget on the venue. Ehrhardt's Waterfront was the perfect compromise - not only did we have a gorgeous lakeside backdrop for our outdoor ceremony, but the indoor reception hall was absolutely beautiful. Having both events on site was extremely helpful and fluid. Not to mention that they took care of all the food, booze, even the wedding cake! For everything included in the price, it really couldn't have gotten any better.
Karen Loeschorn and Eric Ehrhardt were extremely pleasant to work with, as well as their entire staff. I cannot say enough good things about Karen. She was there every step of the way to make things perfect for my husband and I. She put together everything exactly the way I had envisioned it and coordinated with the vendors seamlessly. She is one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure to work with on such an important event, and I am so glad I had the chance to meet her. I couldn't have asked for a better outcome. Everyone at Ehrhardt's was so nice, even the wait staff. Mike, the restaurant manager, did an amazing job at putting together our rehearsal dinner the night before, and Sue Ehrhardt at the resort made sure all our guests, including us, were set up with rooms and accommodations on the beautiful lake.
The ceremony, reception, weather, sunset - everything was absolutely beautiful. I would not hesitate to use Ehrhardt's as your wedding venue. You won't be disappointed.
Last fall, we were researching and visiting wedding venues to find the perfect place to get married. We had initially planned to get married in Hawaii but we looked around locally just to see if there was a place that could match the beauty of Hawaii but would be more convenient for our family and friends. We found what we were looking for in Ehrhardts, it was perfect! It was beautiful, the food was amazing and everyone is so genuine and nice there. The view of the lake is breathtaking! Eric, Karen and Sue were extremely helpful in the planning process. We loved every minute of our wedding and we received so many compliments from our guests. Great job Ehrhardts!!!!
My husband and I viewed many different locations in our area for our reception to be held. We instantly fell in love with Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort. Not only were we amazed with the beautiful view of the lake, but we were amazed with the professionalism of each of the staff members. All of the banquet staff was very accommodating and extremely easy to work with – especially Eric Ehrhardt and Karen Loeschorn. We couldn’t have been happier knowing that Karen was available anytime of the day to answer any of our questions or concerns along the way; and worked with us to ensure that everything was in order for our special day. Our reception was picture perfect; from the sun glistening off the water, to the lovely sunset that set behind the dock and lake. The banquet room was elegant and the food was delicious! It has been two months since our wedding, and our guests are still talking about the food and how much fun they had! We would definitely, highly recommend Ehrhardt’s to anyone for any occasion.
We just got married at Ehrhardt's on 6/7/14. If you are looking for a wedding on the water, near the poconos, this is the place to go. From the moment we booked to the thank you card and champagne signed by all the staff, Ehrhardt's went above and beyond our expectations. Our wedding was perfect. Karen (the wedding coordinator) helps to make everything run so smooth, and to ensure you can take a break and enjoy the day. It was so fun having many of our guests stay on the property...kind of like a nearby destination wedding. We also did our rehearsal dinner and sunday breakfast buffet on property. The food is outstanding...all our guests raved about it. Also we rented firewood and had all our guests stay for a bonfire on the lake after the reception....so much fun!!! Not to mention, this was one of the most affordable venues that we looked at (we live in Philadelphia). I will recommend Ehrhardt's to anyone looking for a beautiful outdoor ceremony, and gorgeous ballroom with huge outdoor deck right on Lake Wallenpaupack.
Ehrhardt's staff was wonderful!! Our wedding was so much more than we expected!!! I highly recommend Ehrhardt's- If you are looking a venue on a lake--this is a must!!! Sunsets are to die for!!! They have the best spot on the lake!!
Ehrhardt's provided us with such a wonderful wedding. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding! Everything was amazing from start to finish. From the moment we got there, everything was just perfect! Everybody there was so incredibly nice, and just phenomenal! They made this such an easy and enjoyable occasion, and we honestly can't stop talking about how much we love Ehrhardt's!
They made everything so easy. The entire process was very enjoyable, and caused me no stress at all. My wedding turned out more perfect than I could have ever imagined, all thanks to the staff at Ehrhardt's. The venue is a fantastic location, beautiful scenery, and the staff makes you feel like you are part of the family.
We searched for about a year looking at places to have our wedding and reception. We wanted a place where we could have an outside ceremony and then the reception at the same place. When we found Ehrhardts we were relieved. We didn't have to worry about anything. They did it all. All we had to do was pretty much show up. The ceremony was exactly what we wanted elegant yet not over done. And the grounds were perfect for the pictures. We got a lot of really good ones by the lake. Reception we couldn't have asked for a better atmosphere. The staff was helpful and on top of everything. We were very impressed and weren't expecting all that we got from ehrhardts. It was the perfect place for us and we had a wonderful day. The food was out of this world delicious. They really made our day the PERFECT DAY!
We were looking to have an outside wedding with less than 100 people. Ehrhardt's was the perfect place. The outside ceremony site was beautiful, and had an amazing sunset. The banquet room looked very elegant, and the food was delicious. The best part is that it is all very affordable compared to other wedding venues, and Diane (the wedding planner) was extremely helpful! I would highly recommend if you are looking for a beautiful wedding at an affordable price.
Ehrhardt's - and specifically Diane Bernstel - made our wedding day go perfectly! We had a beautiful lakeside summer wedding and it was as stress-free as possible, with every detail taken care of by Ehrhardt's. The ceremony went smoothly, the food was delicious, the scenery was gorgeous. We had over 100 guests and planned everything long-distance using exclusively Diane's recommendations for the menu (including the cake), the florist, music (DJ/band) and photography.
We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out for us, and with the way our guests were treated.
ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND HAVING YOUR WEDDING AT EHRHARDT'S!!!
My husband and I are both from northeast PA. We have been to many weddings at the "same old" venues. When we started to plan our wedding we wanted something different, but amazing. Ehrhardts was the perfect choice; it was a destination feel without the extreme traveling. Not only did we have an amazing time, but many of our guests told us it was the best wedding that they had ever been at. The food was great and the views were spectacular. Everyone felt like they were away at the lake. The atmosphere at Ehrhardts is something you can not get at any old banquet hall.
I have to say that I was not overly excited to plan my wedding, at first; I knew that my to-do list would be never ending. However, from the first meeting with Diane and the staff at Ehrhardts until the last dance at my wedding, I felt special. Diane and the staff are so kind and accommodating. They went above and beyond to make the day perfect! There is not a bad thing I could think of to say about Ehrhardts. The process of planning our wedding to the execution of the wedding was so easy and the day was amazing. My husband and I hope to go back for our anniversary and would love to make it a yearly getaway with our growing family !
From day one, Ehrhardt's has been an incredible host for our wedding. As time went by and the wedding came closer, Ehrhardt's was always there to meet our needs and answer our questions. Ehrhardt's was more then accommodating for me, my wife, and both our families. The service staff were professional and courteous. Everything from the food to the resort rooms were perfect. This should be on anyone's list of possible venues.
My husband and I are both locals and have been to Ehrhardt’s for many events throughout the years (Christmas parties, various weddings, mother’s day, etc.) and so when it came time to select a location for our wedding it was a no brainer! Everything about our wedding day was picture perfect from start to finish. We had chosen to have a winter wedding in January and it turned out to be a beautiful, 50 degree day and had just snowed earlier that week so the backdrop was breath taking. We had an indoor ceremony overlooking the lake with our reception to follow. Eric, Diane and the rest of the banquet staff were so accommodating and super easy to work with and the food was delicious. I was a bit concerned at first about having my ceremony and reception all in the same location but I was thoroughly surprised at how fast and flawless the staff was able to transform the room from ceremony to reception without missing a beat. From day one Diane made herself available to answer any questions we might have along the way and she worked with us to ensure that everything we wanted was in order for our big day. Thanks to her I had no worries and the planning process was a breeze! A special thanks to the entire staff, we could not have asked for a better way to start our lives together, we would highly recommend Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Resort to anyone looking to get married in the Poconos!
There was never a doubt in our minds that our daughter's wedding would be at Ehrhardts! We are from the area and we have attended other weddings and functions at this resort. They always do a wonderful job and we knew they would do everything possible to make this a memorable day for all of us. And we were not disappointed! Diane, the wedding coordinator, was so great to work with. From the beginning planning stages through to the closing song, she was attentive in every way! She always returned emails promptly, reassured us in her calm and sweet manner, attended to all our requests, made suggestions that we valued because of her experience, and even walked beside our daughter to make sure she was delivered to her father safely from the boat, which brought her and her bridal party to the ceremony on the lawn. What a setting they have there! Overlooking Lake Wallenpaupack, our guests were treated to the beauty and peacefulness of our area and, after a brief storm (which was handled expertly by Eric, Diane and their staff), we witnessed a gorgeous sunset over the lake! Our guests were also treated royally and all raved about the food on the stations buffet! If you are looking for a wedding venue in the Poconos, we highly recommend Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort. It is first class all the way, reasonably priced, and you will be treated like family!
Picture perfect is an understatement - our wedding ceremony was like a dream. Walking down the aisle, was like walking on a cloud. The view over the lake paralleled with the view of my fiance at the arch is a memory that will never escape my mind or heart. The entire staff at Ehrhardt's was such a pleasure to work with. They were all genuinely happy for us and treated us more like family than customers. The wedding planner, Diane, was helpful from start to finish. ALL of the food at the reception was delicious! Our guests are still talking about it. The staff accommodated children and/or food allergies with ease. Our entire wedding was absolutely perfect. I cannot say enough good things about Ehrhardt’s. We plan to visit for many years to come.
We had the most amazing wedding at Ehrhardt's! The food, the scenery, the service...everything! Our wedding coordinator was the BEST! she catered to us hand and foot and was always there to answer every little question! We knew it was going to be perfect; however some of our guests doubted it...they were happily surprised with how wonderful a place Ehrhardt's is....we have gotten soo many compliments from everyone! Wish we could do it all over again!
We are local to the area and had been to Ehrhardt’s for many events – but never a wedding, so we went to visit and see the space with our “wedding eyes”. From the first second when met with the Banquet Manager - Diane - we knew that Ehrhardt's was the place for us!! She is such a delight! The entire planning process was a breeze - I have a few food allergies so the menus were easily amended to accommodate that.
On our wedding day, there were no worries at all… the place was immaculate, the food was delicious, and the service was simply outstanding. I still have family raving to me about the London Broil and Vegetable Medley that was served! We worked with a few of the recommended vendors and weren’t disappointed – it’s clear that they won’t recommend anyone that doesn’t meet their same standards. We had quite a bit of family & friends travel in for the entire weekend and stay at the resort – they loved it! It was so convenient!
I’ve worked for prestigious hotel companies in the US who pride themselves in service, so I can be hard to impress at times – and Ehrhardt’s definitely did not disappoint! If you are looking here and choose to go elsewhere, that would be a big mistake!
We got so lucky! This was an awesome find...not only do you have incredible food, great scenery, private area but you also get a wedding coordinator who you can completely trust. I was blown away & plan on returning for our anniversary next year...to either stay or just to eat at their resturant :)
My wedding was like a fairytale here. Everything was so gorgeous and perfect in every way. The ceremony is right by the lake giving a fabulous view. I came in on my now brother in law's boat for the ceremony and it was truly amazing!!! I couldn't imagine a better location for the money. The food was to die for, people who attended my wedding are still raving about it 2 weeks later. As far as I am concerned the buffet stations in the way to go, you get a ton of food and variety. It was hard to be able to taste everything there because there was so much food. At 85 dollars a person for prime rib and a pasta station, I believe it was well worth every penny spent.
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