Cedar Lakes Estate

There are not enough words to describe the perfection that is Cedar Lakes. From our wedding to our open house to our tasting weekend to a weekend getaway - CLE is one of the most special places for many reasons. We booked our wedding site unseen and we couldn't have made a better decision. CLE felt like home the second we drove up to the property.

Aside from the stunning grounds & the phenomenal food, what sets CLE apart is the staff & the Karvellas family. The level of service given from the smallest events to the largest is unparalleled. You will not find another wedding venue so special that every person giving a speech notices & thanks the staff or a place where the owner personally makes you your martini's during your wedding because you liked hers the best.

If CLE is being considered for your wedding - stop looking & just book it. They will bring your smallest ideas to life in the most aesthetically perfect & personal way. Every guest will rave about the food. No one will wait in line for a drink. And you will treat your guests to a wedding weekend they will talk about for years to come.

There is no where like Cedar Lakes Estate. I feel so lucky that I've gotten to experience how special it is in many different capacities & left feeling like family every single time.

From the very beginning of planning my daughters wedding at Cedar Lakes to the very last goodbye out experience was outstanding. Everything was done so professionally, expeditiously and attentively. From the first
visit last july to the bride and groom tasting to the housing, billing, golf cart accessibility, menu picking, kind and knowledgeable staff....I can go on and on. Your grounds are impeccable, the
cottages, houses, bunks all beautifully appointed and so comfortable for our guests of all ages. The setting is just dreamlike and the food.....oh the food..breakfast, lunch, dinner.....our guests literally said it was the
best event food they had ever had....best food they have ever had period! The presentation was beautiful, everything was cooked to perfection and just absolutely fabulous. Your staff could
not have been more helpful throughout the entire weekend, always there to direct, assist, or lend a hand. Its like a well oiled machine and everything ran smoothly and to perfection. We had not one glitch......even the rain from Hurricane Ian coming up the coast held off and the ceremony by the lake was beyond spectacular. The bride and groom felt like
they were in dream and the best text I received on monday, which was from one of our guests, simply said "I miss the wedding". Everyone had the time of their lives and I don't even know
if my words are strong enough to express how unbelievable and fabulous the entire weekend was. We all wished we could have been guests at our own wedding because as the hosts you miss so much.
But the compliments and oooohs and aaaahs and pics from friends were beyond. We can't wait to come up there for a foody weekend and definitely can't wait to come up for someone else's
wedding so we can fully be present and enjoy all the things our guests enjoyed. I can't say enough good things about our experience at Cedar Lakes. It was a remarkable weekend
in every single way.

We had the absolute pleasure of getting married at Cedar Lakes Estate this past August. We are still on cloud nine over a month later and couldn't be happier with the entire Cedar Lakes team. Having a three day wedding weekend is a big undertaking, and the CLE staff made sure that all of the details were in place so that we could truly enjoy the weekend as if we were guests. They were gracious and attentive to our friends and families, and made sure that everyone had a wonderful experience throughout the weekend. Looking back at our wedding weekend only brings us joy, and we are SO glad we made the decision to go with Cedar Lakes. We are forever grateful!

To say that Cedar Lakes Estate is nothing short of perfection would be an understatement. Every detail for our wedding (10.19.19) from the extraordinary food to the cozy, welcoming cabins to the stunning property was handled flawlessly, and our guests fell in love with the estate as much as we did. CLE has the unique ability to house closest friends and family onsite, so we felt everyone’s presence and love each moment of our weekend. And we cannot emphasize this enough, THE FOOD — CLE’s culinary experience is beyond — our friends and family were raving for MONTHS about how exceptional the food was at each meal. I truly cannot speak highly enough of CLE, not only did they handle every moment of our wedding with such dedication, but they made our day more special than we could have ever hoped. Hands down the most exceptional and magical place!

We got to know Cedar Lakes by attending winter weekends and pop-up dinners while planning our wedding. Frankly, we worried that was a mistake as we got close to our wedding day -- after we had experienced CLE's hospitality a few times, our expectations were through the roof. Turns out, not a problem. With the help of the people at Cedar Lakes and our incredible team of vendors, we were absolutely floored.

The people at Cedar Lakes - each and every one of them - embody a blend of warmth and professionalism that is truly unparalleled. They make planning simple and enjoyable and ensure you go into the weekend confident it will be perfect. They treated every guest like family and every event went off exactly as planned. At every turn, the CLE team added unique surprises that matched our own and our guests' style perfectly.

The food deserves its own paragraph. Not only is the food insanely delicious, but it is plated beautifully in a way that compliments your decor and is always paired with perfect specialty cocktails, wines, and other beverages. This was a huge reason why we chose CLE, and we are still hearing about each and every meal from our guests.

All that said, the best part about this venue is the setting - it is surreal to be surrounded by friends and family for an entire weekend. Having accommodations for nearly the entire wedding on site (and being there for the whole weekend) allowed us to be truly present with our guests. We were able to share some meals and downtime with our friends and family in a more causal settings, and we felt like we were able to be a part of the weekend our guests experienced (which, honestly, we are still a bit jealous of -- sports fields, two pools, a beer garden, not to mention the lake and the blob). It warms our hearts to hear over and over from our guests, even to this day, that it was the most fun they've ever had at a wedding.

All in all, we looked at a lot of venues, and I cannot imagine having had our wedding anywhere else. This will forever be one of our favorite places on earth filled with some of our favorite people. It really doesn't get any better than this!

My husband and I got married at CLE on June 8 2019 and it was the most magical day (and weekend) of our lives and have been told the same from several guests - even married ones. From the time we booked CLE 1.5 years prior to our actual wedding date, Steph, Lisa, Jess, Marie, Danny, and the entire team made us feel SO special, welcomed, and celebrated. No question was too small for them to answer, I never felt that I was bothering them, and in fact, I looked forward to every phone call, email, and site visit because I just LOVED working with those ladies. They are so thoughtful with their approach to weddings and they are truly the best in the business. The team at CLE is creative, inspiring, fun, and most importantly - they are 1000% focused on YOU and what you want & need for your wedding. As an example, for my welcome party, I knew I wanted a Nashville themed menu to go with where I went to college. Lisa came up with the most amazing Nashville inspired menu that completely captured exactly what I wanted. If I had even the slightest change or worry - I put it in their hands and I knew that it would come out perfectly. Have the team there was like having 5-6 extra wedding planners who were the best in the game. The venue and the gorgeous surroundings speak for themselves, but to reiterate, it is the most stunning setting for any wedding you could ask for. There are SO many options for how you can lay out your special day (inside, outside, pavilion, poolside, mountaintop, lakeside, to name just a few ...) and if you have new ideas or thoughts the CLE team will make it happen, guaranteed. DID I MENTION THEY LET ME OUT A CANOE FILLED WITH FLOWERS IN THE POOL ?! The food was better than any wedding food I've ever had and on par with what you'd get at an excellent farm to table restaurant in NYC. The accommodations are as gorgeous and comfortable as they look and each and every guest had an amazing time and experience on the grounds. The amount of "best wedding ever - no exaggeration" that we got from friends and family was unreal. That had everything to do with Cedar Lakes. I can truly say I wouldn't change one thing about my experience working with the team and the venue - I wish I could do it over and over again! My husband and I went back for valentine's day this year and I have no doubt we will be back again and again to the most special place where we are always welcomed like old friends. We love you CLE !!!

Truly the most special venue ever. We're still on cloud 9 from the most amazing weekend of our lives. Incredible food, beautiful setting, and a thoughtful and passionate team. We could not be happier!

Our Cedar Lakes wedding was an absolute dream come true. From the moment we saw the website and visited the property, we fell in love. And it only got better from there.

We had a 250 person fusion Indian-American wedding at the beginning of May, and Cedar Lakes couldn't have been a more perfect venue. Everyone at our wedding raved about both the location and the service from start to finish. And for us, we we were treated like royalty.

While many venues significantly limit your options, Cedar Lakes is a blank canvas on which all of your wedding dreams can play out. The amazing women who run Cedar Lakes embrace each couple's unique expressions, and they have the open-mindedness and the dedication to make it happen.

The various spaces on their extensive property can host just about any type or size of event. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are stunning and, when decorated for a wedding, will take your breath away. While you'll really get the most out of Cedar Lakes if the weather is nice, we can attest that the property shines in just about any conditions.

The fact that we could have all wedding events (Friday-Sunday) on one property made everything so much simpler, and allowed us to maximize the time with our guests. Also, the many options for outdoor activities turned the normal "what do I do with myself?" time before a wedding into one of the highlights of the weekend. And since Cedar Lakes doesn't have a curfew, you can truly make the most of your time with your guests.

The chic-rustic cabins throughout the property offer various options and price levels for guests. So many people loved staying in the cabins and lodging with larger groups instead of separate hotel rooms. Even if all of your guests don't stay on site, there are several convenient lodging options nearby.

Growing up in the shadows of New York City, we wanted to give our New York guests a mini getaway, and also give our out-of-town (and out-of-country) guests a place worth traveling to. Cedar Lakes checked both boxes and more. It is also a reasonable drive from nearby airports (Newark is recommended to avoid NYC traffic).

We could go on for many more paragraphs, but we'll sum it up here: the staff and the venue are not just a breath of fresh air from your normal wedding experience, but are truly unique and exceptional. Everything they offer is of superb quality and their attention to detail is evident in everything they do.

Since Cedar Lakes reserves the entire property for only one wedding party at a time, the price point reflects what's needed to support that. But if your budget can accommodate it, whether you do the minimum options or the all-out options, you truly get what you pay for and more. You won't regret picking Cedar Lakes for your most special day.

If you're reading this, you're probably where I was last summer - recently engaged (or to be honest, about to be engaged), looking for a unique wedding venue, and trying to decide if Cedar Lakes is really as special as it looks online and worth the cost. I can save you some time, and share that CLE is even more exceptional that it seems, and you will never, ever regret choosing to have your wedding there (if it is within your budget).

We had loved ones coming from all over the world , and knew we wanted a venue where we could all be together for as much time as possible with seamless logistics, without compromising on exceptional service and food. Cedar Lakes exceeded every single expectation we had and made our wedding the absolute best weekend ever. And best of all, they really made the weekend personalized for us - they were super supportive of our personal touches and came up with great ideas based on what we were hoping to achieve.

Absolutely everything the team did ahead of and during the weekend resulted in our wedding weekend being even more perfect than we could ever have imagined. We also received a ton of messages, emails and phone calls from friends and family telling us how blown away they were. The venue, the staff, the food, all the events.. we keep getting nonstop compliments on it all!

In short, if having all of your friends and family in one beautiful location for an entire magical weekend is what you're looking for, then this is the place for you - just make sure to book ASAP.

I hope this is helpful in your planning process - good luck!!!

From the moment we chose Cedar Lakes as our wedding venue we knew it was going to be a dream come true. From the minute we explored the grounds and met the wonderful team, we knew we'd found our wedding venue. At Cedar Lakes, you feel like you've found your own paradise. You are surrounded by family, friends, nature, and it's own ecosystem (despite weather apps saying rain, there was no rain in site on our day). Their attention to detail was perfect. The cabins gave everyone a beautiful place to call home for a weekend. We loved that we were able to give our guests a vacation of their own, from kayaking to jumping off the blob everyone was having so much fun. Also, you cannot beat the views. Getting married on the hilltop was so breathtaking; having a backdrop of nothing but nature and having birds chirping during your vows is something we will cherish forever. Lets talk about the reception…the barn came alive at night. All of the vendors that Cedar Lakes works with are all artists of their own and really showcase how much they care and love giving you the best day that you can. (After party in the tree house was the best “middle school” dance party that you never knew you wanted.) What makes it all worth it is having everyone together in one place for the weekend. As life gets crazier, there are fewer and fewer times when this happens, and Cedar Lakes makes this happen. And let's not forget the food. The amount of compliments we received about the food, weeks after the wedding was amazing. The food was phenomenal. We wanted more!!! We were so busy talking to everyone we never even got to have the homemade smores during our rehearsal dinner, but that's how it goes. Cedar Lakes has really established something special in Port Jervis. We hope to come back soon whether its for a dinner or maybe even arrange a family reunion. Thank you a million times again. Love, Megan and Sam 5.26.2018