Whitefish Lodge and Manhattan Beach Lodge

or our ceremony. Some highlights: Crystal & her staff were always extremely accommodating and easy to reach throughout the planning process; unique food options like a s'mores bar and late night nachos made our event stand out; completely transparent and honest pricing - no surprises, ever!; inviting reception space with fun fireplaces to decorate; lots of parking; no need to worry about transportation for guests. We booked this venue while living far away from the area and were so impressed at how hassle-free it was to arrange everything from afar!!

Affordable. Beautiful. Treated our guests respectfully. I didn’t need to hire extra help Wedding Planning because they made it so easy! They truly helped us have the wedding of our dreams. THANK YOU SO MUCH❤️ get married there. Immediately.

set up/tear down with the exception of what we brought.

ing flowed smooth and went off without a hitch. The staff was amazing and the food was out of this world. Normally wedding food is just so so, understandably when you are serving 200 people at the same time. All of our guests loved the food. They kept raving about the flavors and were surprised how fast it was served. Most importantly, everyone was impressed that everything came out hot, it wasn’t like it was sitting waiting to be served. The night was absolutely amazing, everyone had a great time. It was so nice to have the Lodge to ourselves so people could use the grounds, the pool, the game room, just everything felt like being at a big cabin with your family for the weekend. It was also great that everyone could stay and no one had to worry about driving after the wedding. Throughout out whole experience Crystal was THE ABSOLUTE BEST to work with. We had some crazy ideas and her answers were ALWAYS “let’s do it” “of course” “yes!” We would ask her random questions and within minutes we would have an answer. We had other friends getting married at the same time of year and they did not have the same experience with their wedding planners. Every time I would hear stories about wedding planning, and the obstacles they encountered, I was so happy that we had Crystal! Truly a blessing! She made the entire process so stress free and easy! She really knows what she is doing!

titudes of questions and requests from start to finish, and showed incredible professionalism and efficiency. They offer a very competitive and reasonable price, especially for the quality of services provided. The venue itself is reserved for the whole weekend, and we were able to arrive and start decorating immediately on Friday. Being able to have early access to the venue allowed us breathing room and preparation time, which was a huge bonus. We could choose whether we had the wedding indoors or outdoors on the day of, which alleviated any stress that could be caused by weather. The tables for the dinner and the chairs for the ceremony are set up by the venue staff as well, so there was not a lot that needed to be done for decoration, aside from setting up minimal decorations and flowers. Further, Whitefish has a great Rehearsal Dinner option, and the venue was very flexible with providing food for all dietary restrictions. The only, very minimal, concerns we had the day of were that the main stairs between the floors were a little difficult for our more elderly guests to walk on, and one of them did accidentally slip down the stairs. No one was seriously hurt though, and ultimately there is an elevator between all floors, which was very convenient. We would encourage elderly guests to book lower floor rooms or use the elevator. Additionally, the bridal suite’s lighting was a little harsh for hair and makeup, though that could be resolved with bringing in your own lights as well. We really wanted a centralized venue that guests could stay at, as half of our guests traveled from out of state, and we wanted them to be able to enjoy the experience fully and easily. Since the guests were able to stay at the lodge, we got significantly more time to spend with everyone, and all our guests expressed gratitude toward that convenience. Guests were able to enjoy the outdoors, the pool, the arcade area, the dance floor, etc. All guests had somewhere where they could go and be comfortable, which can be difficult to find at a wedding venue. Further, if guests wanted or needed to go outside the venue to explore, Whitefish Lodge is right by the Town Square, within walkable distance. We were also able to easily add guest entertainment such as a DJ, a slideshow, a photo booth, a dessert table, a late night snack table, places for games, etc. The venue also has a large selection for drinks, alcoholic or non alcoholic. By the end of the night, our guests had gone through the majority of the selections! Further, our guests raved at the late night snacks and s’mores bar, which many say made the wedding one of the best weddings they attended! We closed down the dance floor at 1:00 am, and it was a wonderful night! In conclusion, as many know, wedding planning can be very stressful, and the venue is honestly half the battle, but Whitefish made planning and the wedding itself feel very easygoing, and we knew we could trust the venue from the first meeting we had with Crystal. We highly recommend Whitefish Lodge and Suites as a venue, as they have so much to offer, and are truly a gem in the Lakes Area!

ny on site and were able to escort our guests right to the reception hall. The kids were able to play in the arcade or go swimming which was great for them and everyone else! Staff was incredibly friendly and hard working and I hope they know how much we appreciate all they did for us. I would highly recommend Whitefish Lodge to anyone who wants to be married at a low stress and affordable venue. The rooms were nice and it was great for our family and friends who traveled so far to attend. The food was AMAZING and the decor was way more than we expected which added to our special day. Thanks again Crystal and Staff! -Cody and Drew

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aff got on them right away. Ex: a light bulb had burned out in the reception hall, and the maintenance staff fixed it within minutes. The food was delicious! Everything ran smoothly and it was nice being able to have our rehearsal on site, ceremony on site, and reception on site. Our guests liked the ease of being all together at one site.

re very reasonable on pricing, you got a lot with your chosen package, great food, wonderful staff, and nights stay, a very beautiful venue as well. Our day couldn't have been any better! Crystal, the wedding coordinator at the Lodge is the absolute best and does so much for you and goes beyond expectations. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a venue in the area that gives you a great package for your wedding day!

ceremony location and we were luckily able to have wonderful weather! We even took off in our pontoon right after the ceremony for a fun “get away”! Whitefish Lodge was such a fun up north feel for our reception, elegantly rustic fit us perfectly! All the staff, at both locations, were so amazing at making not only my husband and I but all of our guests feel so welcomed and treated with so much happiness. Truly made our experience exceptional! I would recommend this venue to everyone!

s far as having everything in order for you and assisting in making sure the day goes as smooth as possible! The set-up was beautiful. I had nothing but compliments from my family as far as the lodge, wedding ceremony and reception set up! Also, my dog was a part of my wedding and the people at the front desk were so so sweet to her and gave her lots of treats for being a brave girl!

el. The whole weekend felt like a celebration, it was so much fun. Crystal and her team do a fantastic job. She's responsive, flexible, and makes the process easy and enjoyable. Her recommended vendors are great as well, I hired the DJ, hair/makeup, and flowers from her preferred vendor list, they all did a great job, and were familiar with the venue, so the day-of was a breeze and required little additional coordination.

dumb” questions! I’d definitely recommend Whitefish Lodge to anyone looking for a rustic, cabin-y, up north feel wedding venue! We loved everything about it!!!

ng for. There isn't a more beautiful place on the lake! Crystal was great to work with! Very responsive and knowledgeable. Everything was stress free for our big day! The staff was very friendly! We were very happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend Manhattan Beach!

lanning. All of the staff was so wonderful and kept the day moving smoothly. All of our guests raved about the day, the food and the location, saying it was the best wedding (and food) they've ever been to. I couldn't recommend this location more, it truly is the best place to get married!

o great. Our day went so smoothly and everything was perfect!

inner and hangout. It was awesome to have the whole place to ourselves for the weekend. We received so many compliments about how great the food was, how clean the venue was, and how beautiful the whole property is. We chose the highest package which included centerpieces and loved them. The venue staff sets everything up that is in your package, and also takes it down. I loved being able to enjoy our entire reception and clean up my additional decor the next morning. The space itself is gorgeous and I only added minimal decor in addition to my package. I am so happy we chose Whitefish for our wedding and would highly recommend it!

staff was always smiling, ready to help with anything. Our wedding was 3 weeks ago and our guests are STILL talking about the amazing time they had. We are even thinking of a group trip back to Whitefish with our wedding party for our 1 year anniversary! I honestly cannot think of 1 thing that I would change or do differently. Our 5 days with Whitefish were perfect beyond our dreams and we're so sad that it's over! If you're looking for an up north, all inclusive getaway for your wedding, it doesn't get any better than Whitefish Lodge. They literally have it all!

hich was absolutely beautiful), dinner was delicious, and the venue even in mid-October was amazing. For anyone looking to get married in the Brainerd area, this is the absolute place to be.

better was being able to work with Crystal; she makes all things wedding related an absolute BREEZE, we could not have been happier!

but she did not leave a single detail overlooked. The venue is beautiful, and we got such lovely photos! It was the ideal balance of woodsy and elegant, and it appealed to all our guests. Many in attendance commented on how lovely the event was! Dinner service was super quick and hassle-free. Tables weren't waiting to eat while others were finished. Bar service was friendly and efficient. There was a fire going outside that our guests enjoyed. The charcuterie boards and late-night nachos were a hit! Even though we got married during a pandemic and it looked different from how we had planned, the night was a huge success and it was all thanks to the professionals at Whitefish!