My daughter and her fiancé wanted an intimate, simple wedding with just a few family members. They did not want to fuss over lots of details or be stressed by making sure everything was ready on the day of the wedding. The Hytch was the perfect solution, providing a scenic oasis on the bank of the Truckee River for the event, and just the important services of a planner, an officiant and a photographer to make the wedding go smoothly. Gina was very responsive throughout the planning process and made it easy for my daughter and her fiancé. On the wedding day, the Sierra Water Garden was beautiful and peaceful, even in mid-winter (I can imagine it is stunning in the summer). The little house on-site provided a quiet, warm place for my daughter to get ready, and for the couple to have a few minutes of privacy after the ceremony and before the family photos (by the way, the house, newly remodeled and beautifully decorated, is available as an AirBnB – I recommend it for the night before and/or after a wedding, or for any couple just wanting a romantic retreat). Gina gently and efficiently directed the flow of the wedding, the officiant Darren did a great job with the ceremony, and Ashleigh the photographer took amazing photos before, during and after. If you are looking for a small, sweet wedding with minimum fuss and maximum love, I highly recommend the Hytch and the Sierra Water Garden.
P.S. Be sure to check out the plant store across the street, run by the owners of the Sierra Water Garden – it is amazing. We bought the newlywed a gorgeous plant, in a decorative pot with an “Always Love” ceramic ornament adorning it, as a memento of their special day.

My husband and I got engaged in October of 2024 and planned to get married summer of 2026. At random we decided to tour the beautiful location of The Hytch at Sierra Water Gardens and we fell in love with it! The amazing Yeliz and Gina told us that they had an opening in July of 2025, and we were nervous about moving up the date so significantly. The Hytch at SWG team (Ashleigh, Yeliz, and Gina) absolutely made it happen and absolutely exceeded expectations! They supported us every step of the way, and brought my vintage garden wedding dreams to life! I started my new job as a nurse the week of my wedding, and they took all of the stress off of me! They helped me incorporate my vintage china and vintage thrifted glasses into the wedding, and used my grandmother’s crocheted tablecloth that she had made for me prior to her passing in the most beautiful and memorable way! Ashleigh was the most personable photographer with so much knowledge in her field! She made my husband and I feel so comfortable and got our sneak-peak images to us in less than 3 hours after the ceremony! The team was in charge of picking the florals and decorating, and myself, my husband, and our guests were blown away! I told Gina I planned to get my bouquet preserved, so she ensured they were kept safe and in water! My husband and I forgot to get the fruit for our planned “Summer berry water”, and Gina went out of her way to go to the store and get fruit, which did not go unnoticed and was so kind of her! We look through slideshows of our photos regularly and reminisce on how perfect our wedding was. We would absolutely recommend this venue and this team to anyone, we are already brainstorming ways to book this location for future events! Thank you The Hytch at SWG team!

The Hytch experience is difficult to sum up in just 3500 characters! The professionalism, the dedication, care and commitment emanated by this team is so delightfully enchanting that one forgets that they are having an elopement! Our wedding felt as organic and natural as the one we originally planned for, and if I had to do it again, with this team, I’d repeat it 100 times over. My wife & I gave up on our initial venue due to the unrealistic pricing expectations and limitation on what we were and were not allowed to do. One might assume that if a venue + food is the same price as a down payment for a home, creative freedom would be automatic.
We found the Hytch immediately upon deciding that an elopement instead of a traditional wedding would be the correct course of action for us. The Hytch team created a majestic and unforgettable experience tailored to our wedding fantasy and desires to perfection. Skylandia Park encompassed all of the charm and beauty we had hoped for in an outdoors and beautiful but natural venue, and the Hytch team went above and beyond to ensure our day went off worry and stress free. Communication with The Hytch was seamless. My wife & I never felt any pressure during the planning phase, and they were always willing to accommodate us, and we're incredibly sympathetic to our previously botched experiences with our initial wedding venue. Gina & Mackenzie are sweet, considerate, and organically thoughtful people. To sum up our experience with the team, you can tell they are decent and kind individuals, that are in the business of creating perfect and memorable experiences for people that desire an affordable but still unforgettable wedding experience. They pour themselves into their work, and they become vested in you and your day. In this day and age, it is difficult to find such individuals and we are truly thankful to have found them in our time of need.
The officiant, Gregg Katz, is an honest and upfront person. When he called us to introduce himself and begin to understand our story, he was very candid. He let us know who he was, demonstrated his character through our phone conversation, and even provided advice. He was entirely understanding of us wanting to implement an old family tradition of, “Jumping the broom,” and was even curious and open to it. While I was nervous at the altar, he passed the time providing advice and used his own experiences to make the ceremony lighter, as I was becoming a bit of a nervous wreck before my bride arrived. (Thanks Gregg, I appreciate it man!)
Finally, we come to our photographer. I would find it difficult to believe there is another individual who loves her job as much as Ashleigh does. She made us laugh, kept us comfortable, and took beautiful shots of us throughout our wedding, and during our first moments as husband and wife. She too was entirely vested in our experience and made us feel like the center of the universe on our big day. We had a blast and I definitely recommend her as a photographer not only professional ability but personality and character!
If we had to choose again, whether I would choose to do an elopement with The Hytch, or go with a more traditional option, I’d choose The Hytch team in an instant. These folks deserve all the blessings they’ll definitely receive, and I hope The Hytch continues to prosper and grow! Aslo, Gina, thank you for helping us with our wedding license situation as well! We'd have been lost without your help!

Gina and her team handled everything for us … the grounds were absolutely amazing, all the decor was on point, the photographer made us feel very comfortable and the pictures are gorgeous. The officiant was wonderful as well and everyone was so helpful and kind - it was truly an amazing experience and we are grateful for how it all turned out. Thank you!!

Our wedding at The Sierra Water Gardens in October 2024 was nothing short of magical, and we owe it all to the incredible team at TheHytch. From the very first meeting to the final moments of our special day, they exceeded every expectation, ensuring that our wedding was seamless, breathtaking, and truly unforgettable. Their professionalism, creativity, and dedication were evident in every aspect of the planning and execution. We couldn't have asked for a better team to bring our vision to life!

A huge thank you to Yeliz, the mastermind behind every stunning detail. Her meticulous attention to design and decor transformed our venue into an enchanting, romantic setting beyond our wildest dreams. Every element—from the florals to the tablescape—was carefully curated, creating an atmosphere that perfectly reflected our love story. Yeliz’s expertise and passion for wedding design were evident in every corner of our celebration, making it a truly awe-inspiring experience for us and our guests.

We also had the absolute pleasure of working with Ashleigh, our phenomenal photographer. From the moment we met, she made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. Her ability to capture the most intimate, joyful, and candid moments was truly remarkable. She not only provided us with breathtaking photos that we will cherish forever but also made the entire process feel fun, natural, and effortless. If you’re looking for a photographer who genuinely cares about your experience, Ashleigh is the one!

Another heartfelt thank you goes to Okan, whose dedication to design placement and implementation brought everything together flawlessly. His keen eye for aesthetics and hands-on approach ensured that every piece of decor was perfectly placed, creating a seamless flow throughout the venue. His hard work behind the scenes did not go unnoticed, and we are beyond grateful for his contributions in making our wedding vision a reality.

If you are searching for a wedding company that is professional, detail-oriented, and genuinely passionate about creating beautiful moments, we cannot recommend TheHytch enough! Their team went above and beyond to ensure that our day was stress-free, visually stunning, and full of love. Thank you, Yeliz, Ashleigh, Okan, and the entire team for making our wedding day an absolute dream come true!

~Sarah & Darren

If you want a seamless wedding day you need to book with the Hytch! Yeliz assisted us with the timeline and vendor recommendations and kept us on track leading up to the wedding. Not to mention this was a destination wedding with everything getting booked sight unseen so there was a lot more stress and factors. Gina assisted with our rehearsal as well as the day of coordination. My husband and I got married at Tahoe Blue Estate and their familiarity with the venue helped as well! The day went absolutely perfect thanks to Gina and her team! Once I got into hair and makeup in the morning I was completely hands off. Gina took care of all of the vendors coming in and out and all
I had to do was get pretty and enjoy our special day as I anticipated. It was a stress free day which was amazing!! The decorations were BEAUTIFUL and exceeded my expectations. We can’t recommend the Hytch enough! We are so thankful for their amazing work!

We are so happy that we hosted our wedding ceremony and reception with The Hytch at Sierra Water Gardens. After searching for a venue for our 30-guest wedding, we struggled to find a venue happy to host a small wedding. At the suggestion of a friend, we contacted Sierra Water Gardens - and they welcomed us with open arms. The Hytch team has been amazing to work
with throughout the entire process, and made things so easy for us along the way. The team made our vision a reality purely from one Pinterest board showing decor ideas and colors. Having the Hytch handle decorations removed a huge load off our shoulders, and everything looked amazing. They had great coordination throughout the planning process, rehearsal, and wedding itself. They worked with our vendors and received our deliveries (cake, dancefloor) on our behalf. During our wedding, the team was lovely and supportive. They kept us on schedule and made all of the “background elements” happen. As the bride and groom, we were able to just relax, experience, and enjoy our day without having to worry about making anything happen. We highly recommend this venue. The setting is gorgeous, the Hytch team pulled out all the stops to bring our vision to life, they made everything so easy on us, and were amazing to work with throughout.

We were married a few weeks ago at The Hytch at Sierra Water Gardens with a guest count of 50 people. And it was simply MAGICAL. From start to finish, everything was perfect, and it was all thanks to Yeliz, Megan, Gina, Ashleigh, and their incredible team.

The communication, professionalism, and kindness throughout the planning process was exceptional. Every question was answered promptly, and every concern was addressed with the utmost care. It truly felt like we had a friend guiding us every step of the way.

What really stood out to us was how personal everything felt. The attention to detail and the genuine care for making our day special were evident in every aspect. The decor was absolutely spectacular - it was more beautiful than we could have ever imagined, creating the perfect backdrop for our wedding.

Our guests haven't stopped talking about the magic of the day, and the charm of the venue - including the unexpected thundershower that was perfectly timed for right after the ceremony. A welcomed cool down in the 100+ degree heat!

We couldn't have asked for a better venue or a more dedicated team. If you're looking for a place that will go above and beyond to make your wedding day unforgettable, you found it. We love you guys!!

(Photos by the incredible Ashleigh Marie: @imashleighmarie)

Such a gorgeous venue!!! the team at the Hytch went above and beyond for our special day!! The team handled everything and made the day of and all the days leading up to our wedding stress free and enjoyable.

The Hytch and their team were amazing throughout our entire process. From the beginning, we felt they listened to what we wanted and guided us from there. We really wanted to be married right by Lake Tahoe and also add a hike. If you’re thinking about doing a hike, think no further and just do it. You won’t regret it. The Hytch even hiked theirselves and sent pics and videos to us to make sure we liked the area prior to us arriving from Pittsburgh, PA. The communication and attention to detail was excellent! We can’t recommend this team enough and thank them from the bottom of our hearts for making our moment so special. It tailored to what we were looking for and would relive this day the exact same way over & over. We worked with Yeliz, Jason, and Ashleigh. They also provided us with a hair and makeup artist they recommend, mebeautyhairandmaleup and they nailed it! They were the most genuine and organic humans. We described how we wanted our moment to look and Ashleigh captured it in the most precious way. We even received sneak peak photos the very next day! Overall, just great people working here. We’ll never forget our wedding day. You will not regret choosing The Hytch!