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Recommended by 99% of couples

About this venue

Nestled in the lush gardens and stunning surroundings of Canandaigua, New York, is The Lake House, a luxury resort and wedding venue. Primely located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, this property offers sparkling water views that will make your special day even more memorable.

Facilities and Capacity

At The Lake House, you can choose from a collection of modern-chic indoor and outdoor wedding venues. Imagine a romantic ceremony looking out to the lake and lush surroundings. Then, enjoy a charming reception in the Event Barn, a timber-frame structure that can accommodate up to 200 guests. This space features a vaulted ceiling and wooden beams that give it a grand feeling. With a built-in bar, dance floor, and catering kitchen, this venue is equipped for a night of dining and dancing. Decorative wooden tables and elegant chairs beautifully tie into the space. As the night goes on, you can enjoy watching the sunset over the lake through wall-to-wall windows.

Services Offered

This resort's in-house wedding experts will work with you to bring your wedding vision to life. From selecting the perfect setting to discussing furnishing options, they will help make your planning journey seamless. The Lake House also offers various services, including catering, parking, and equipment to make your big day truly special. Leading up to your big day, the friendly staff at this venue will go above and beyond to ensure every detail is in place.

Accommodations

This resort offers 124 guestrooms and suites for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Featuring ambient lighting and wooden accents, these spaces provide a relaxing retreat. With an extended stay in the area, you can explore historic downtown Canandaigua and enjoy various lake activities. During the winter months, you can brave a ski adventure at Bristol Mountain.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 6 years in business

  • We speak Arabic, English and Spanish

Links

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$25,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Dessert
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of The Lake House

Weddingwire
4.9/5 60 reviews
Google
4.3/5 1500 reviews
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Jamie Sent on 01/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating
It was an absolute pleasure to work with the staff at the Inn on the Lake! We had our rehearsal dinner under the large tent out back the night before our wedding, and the Inn on the Lake was incredibly organized, kind, flexible and attentive. I would recommend them to anyone, I wish I could have worked with them for the actual wedding too!
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Anna Sent on 01/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had a wonderful experience at the Inn on the Lake. The only thing I wish we would've known is that because there is a bar right next to the outdoor tent, we had TONS of wedding crashers! People we did not know where out on the dance floor with us, posing for our photographer, and stealing cake! I wish we had been warned that this might happen. That way, we could have asked some of our guests to watch the entrance ways of the tent or we could have requested more staff from the Inn to monitor the issue.
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Kathryn Sent on 12/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Inn on the Lake was the first venue we went to in our search. We looked at other venues, but our initial meeting with Elyse was a major factor in our decision since Canandaigua is a 5-hour drive from where we live, it was very important to have someone to help coordinate. From the start, I felt like I had known Elyse for years and knew we would work well together.

We wanted all of our guests being able to stay our wedding venue. The Inn has a great location near restaurants & breweries and was reasonably priced for the summer. The Inn had lots of spaces and conferences rooms for finishing craft projects and hosting the bridal party for hair & make-up. The Sand Bar was the perfect after-party spot!

While I wrote up some notes for Elyse to set-up the decor, I was completely blown away by all the careful consideration she took to make our day look beautiful. She found a way to incorporate so many of the details that I hadn’t fully contemplated.

While our tasting was good, the food on our wedding day was amazing! Our guests commented on the quality and taste of the hors-d'oeuvres, dinner, and cake, made by one of the recommended vendors, Cake Baby! The Inn was so flexible when it came to selecting our beers and signature drinks. My husband’s family is VERY Irish and we wanted Guinness on-tap (yes, in August)! The Inn secured a special tap for the tent to make it happen. Their attention to detail and flexibility were much appreciated!

Best venue in the Finger Lakes!
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Danielle Sent on 12/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding at Inn on the Lake was absolutely perfect - everything we could have hoped for, and so much more! The staff was exceptionally professional, attentive, responsive to all requests, and came up with creative solutions to make our day special. We can't speak highly enough of Lori and her entire team's attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond to give us the wedding of our dreams!
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Matthew Sent on 12/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Inn on the Lake itself is a beautiful venue. However, what makes the Inn on the Lake a notch above the rest is Lori. Lori is in charge of the wedding planning at the Inn on the Lake and comes included when you book at Inn on the Lake. From, the moment, we met her through the entire process Lori did not miss a beat. She was helpful, encouraging, and thoughtful. Many people told us planning a wedding is stressful, but I can honestly say with Lori guiding us along the way we never stressed for a minute and actually enjoyed the process. We never had a worry in the world because any time we weren't sure how we would achieve something we wanted for our big day we would look at each other and say "Lori's got this we will just call her. I cannot recommend the Inn on the Lake enough and moreover the experience and chance to work with Lori. We cannot thank her enough for making a flawless perfect wedding day come to fruition.
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Lisa Sent on 12/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
It was an amazing day, the location was beautiful and everything was taken care of by the staff, I didn't have to worry about a thing that day! The ballroom was gorgeous, not plain looking at all like a lot of weddings I have been to. The only negative is my 13 year old sons rented tuxedo jacket was taken from the head table and we had to pay for a new one.
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Katey Sent on 12/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Elyse was wonderful! She was flexible with things that I wanted a particular way, and creative with things that I wasn't sure how I wanted. She helped me find a package that fit my budget and the number of guests I invited. I could tell that Elyse really wanted my wedding to be perfect for me, not just for the sake of her job or the Inn's reputation. I would absolutely recommend this venue!
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Faron Sent on 12/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding came out perfect! Elyse was amazing and gave me a stress free day! The staff was good.
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Sarah Sent on 12/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Elyse is phenomenal. She is extremely knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond to make our day go smoothly. Elyse executed the ceremony and reception the exact way I had imagined it. She set everything thing up according to the plan. The food was exceptional. Our guests are still talking about it.
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Kelly Sent on 11/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Brandi was absolutely amazing, she was always there for us, she was patient, she was the reason our wedding was amazing. I received so many complements from our guests about the inn, the service, the food, the ambiance and Brandi specifically. They were amazed at her level of service, kindness, and efficiency. Thank you Brandi!
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The Lake House frequently asked questions

The Lake House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Tables
The Lake House includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Lake House includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by The Lake House for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
The Lake House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Lake House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Lake House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Lake House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Lake House is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
The Lake House currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
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