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Historic Watres Lodge at Lacawac Sanctuary is a wedding venue located in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. Charming and historical, this incredible rustic venue is the ideal setting for your perfect country wedding. From thick wooden beams to original hardwood, the Historic Watres Lodge at Lacawac Sanctuary provides a vintage aesthetic complimented by the simplicity of natural beauty. Plan a unique wedding inspired by nature at the Sanctuary, tucked away amidst 500 forested acres. Stunning views will set the backdrop for the rustic wedding of your dreams at this historic nature preserve!
Facilities and Capacity
The Historic Watres Lodge at Lacawac Sanctuary is proud to offer a one-of-a-kind wedding venue for your special day. Choose the ceremony location that best suits your needs, whether you are hosting a small gathering or a vibrant party.
The Watres Lodge is perfect for an intimate sit-down dinner of up to 25 people. Or, utilize the space for a lively cocktail party or reception for up to 150 standing guests, with a candlelit ambiance and access to both the living and dining room. Enjoy stunning, scenic views from the dining room of the Sanctuary’s natural landscape while you enjoy the most special day of your life.
The Carriage House and Barn instantly transports you back in time with a rustic downstairs event space with a capacity for up to 50 wedding guests.
The Tented Outdoor Area offers an outdoor option with a large open space. With a capacity of up to 150 people. This option is perfect for showcasing the natural beauty of Pennsylvania.
Lodging is available on-site for friends, family members, and wedding parties to relax before or after the celebration.
Lacawac Sanctuary is a nature center, environmental education facility, ecological research station, and historic venue located in the heart of the Northern Poconos on the shore of Lake Wallenpaupack. The rental of Lacawac Sanctuary's Historic Lodge for your special day benefits Lacawac’s mission to preserve and protect our natural and historical heritage, which protects open spaces, and educates the public on our natural resources and historic places like the Watres Lodge.
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Reviews of Historic Watres Lodge at Lacawac Sanctuary
Nature Lovers Dream Venue
Craig was great to work with during the planning process. He answered all of our questions and was very accommodating. He was able to work with us so we could safely host our wedding and get married in 2020 during a pandemic. We were the first couple to get married at Lacawac during COVID. We were able to keep our original wedding date, and since everything was outdoors, we had plenty of room to spread out and utilize all of the various spaces throughout the property. Our guests have not stopped talking about our wedding, how much fun they had, and what a treat it was to get away to such a beautiful location.
We rented the Lodge and Ice House for the weekend and we all enjoyed it so much. Having the ceremony, reception, and lodging for family all in one place was fantastic. We can’t wait to go back. This nature sanctuary will always have a special place in our hearts.
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As a wedding floral designer, I've had the pleasure and honor to work at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Historic Waters Lodge. It is a beautiful combination of history, simple elegance, and the outdoors. I would recommend it to any couple looking for a unique venue in northeast PA.
I have shot a couple of weddings at Watres Lodge at Lacawac Sanctuary, each one more stunning and unique than the other! It is an amazing place and the woods, the ferns, THAT LAKE!! Spectacular and so affordable and accommodating for couples! Definitely check this venue out if you are looking for fabulous photo ops!
