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The Lodge at Welch Allyn is a picturesque country wedding venue in Skaneateles Falls, New York near Skaneateles Lake. The facility is located on the beautiful wooded campus of Welch Allyn. At the Lodge, couples can enjoy the wedding of their dreams in the rustic yet elegant venue. The professional staff knows the importance of giving every detail the attention it deserves, whether that’s selecting from their delicious catering menus, suggesting a DJ, or finding overnight accommodation for out-of-town guests.

Facilities and Campus

The Lodge at Welch Allyn aims to blow your guests away with its charming beauty. Every corner of the facility offers a glorious backdrop for your special night. The Lodge at Welch Allyn can easily accommodate up to 350 guests, and your event will have exclusive use of the 25,000-square-foot venue, including parking. There are several different on-site spaces for couples to choose from to host their ceremony, so guests will be able to stay on-site during the duration. The pet-friendly Lodge at Welch Allyn features a magnificent stone fireplace, a baby grand piano, and a lush background of the forest and sparkling pond for every wedding event, whether it's a ceremony, reception, or elopement, or a bridal shower, engagement party, or rehearsal dinner.

Services Offered

With more than 16 years of wedding experience, The Lodge at Welch Allyn’s staff have learned what it takes to make a night go smoothly and beautifully. Every couple is provided with an on-site event planner who works with you for the duration of your engagement, all the way through the end of the reception. They will assist you in finding and booking everything you need to have your dream day. In addition to an event coordinator, The Lodge at Welch Allyn offers many other services, including:

  • Bridal suite
  • Event rentals
  • Set up and clean up
  • Lighting and sound
  • In-house catering and bar
  • Wireless internet
  • Furniture and tables
  • Linens
  • Dance floor
  • Event referrals

Cuisine

The Lodge at Welch Allyn provides delectable meals for all events from their award-winning chef. Every wedding is different, so the menu is completely customizable and the professional staff is happy to accommodate different dietary needs. Couples can choose from plated meals or stations, and a variety of hors d'oeuvres and desserts, as well as additional add-on packages of late-night snacks.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

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

Yes

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

$3,000

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

$3,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Reviews of The Lodge Skaneateles

Jessica
Jessica Sent on 08/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience

Joelle was a very responsive and detail oriented coordinator. The staff at this venue have been there for many years and know how to throw an event! The space is gorgeous and allows for lighter decor. There are so many picturesque spots on the grounds for photos. The food was amazing and all of the guests raved about the passed hour devours and plated dinner. The in-house DJ kept the day running smoothly and there was no awkward downtime. Our wedding day went perfectly at The Lodge and we can’t recommend this venue enough!
Lindsey
Lindsey Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue and Team

We absolutely LOVED the Lodge. The Venue is beautiful and unique and the staff is professional and experienced. Joelle (coordinator) and her team were amazing, they were on top of every single detail and helped make the day perfect. So many of our guests commented on the venue, how good the food was, etc., and that is not all that common in the wedding business. Would 100% recommend to any and everyone
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 08/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic and easy to work with!

We were planning our wedding from Houston and the team and the Lodge made the process seamless. Our coordinator Joelle was on top of every detail and easy to work with. The food was SO good and our guests said it all came out hot. This is the optimal wedding venue. If we could do it all over again, we would choose the lodge again!
Kaysie
Kaysie Sent on 05/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 - Book The Lodge!

Fantastic experience at a beautiful venue! Food was delicious and working with Joelle was everything and more. Thank you for making our day perfect. 10/10 recommend!!

Thank you,
The Sullivans 4.22.2022
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 12/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

My dream wedding

The lodge and Joelle are amazing. They truly make everything so easy for you. Joelle is super organized and responsive. She gave me exactly what I was looking for! 100% recommend to anyone!
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Alli Sent on 06/14/2020
5 out of 5 rating

So glad we chose the Lodge!

Having our wedding at the Lodge was the one of the greatest decisions we made throughout the entire wedding planning process. My now-husband and I met working at Welch Allyn, and I grew up with a camp in Skaneateles that we moved out to every summer - so I knew I really wanted to get married in Skaneateles. After looking at a few venues there, the Lodge immediately stood out to us as the best place to do it. The ceremony was at St. Mary's church in town and the reception was at the Lodge.

We met with Joelle our first time there, and from the very beginning she was incredibly down to earth, honest, knowledgable and flexible. I can't say it enough -- Joelle made our entire wedding planning process and day seamless. We had several meetings with her in the months leading up to the wedding, and I looked forward to going each time just to see and chat with Joelle. Whatever unease I was feeling in the planning process, Joelle talked it through with us and made us feel confident. She let me discuss my ideas with her, and either made them happen or made suggestions on how to do things better -- which I took because she is truly an expert.

On our wedding day, my husband and I couldn't wait to get to the Lodge after our ceremony. We got off our limo excitedly saying "where's Joelle!!" because we were really looking forward to seeing her after all of our planning and conversations. I had a specific vision for how the Lodge would look on our wedding day, and Joelle had arranged everything even better than I had imagined. It was absolutely beautiful. Because our wedding was in December but it was a rainy day instead of snow, my dress got dirty on the bottom. It was a very plain dress so it was easy to see. Joelle pulled me into the side room and scrubbed my dress until it was absolutely clean -- something I'm sure isn't in her job description. It was just another way Joelle went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Our guests couldn't comment enough on the signature cocktails, the hors d'oeuvres and the dinner. Everything was outstanding. The staff was so accommodating, and I don't think myself, my husband or any of our parents ever went looking for anything we needed -- they always brought us drinks and food, making sure we could focus on each other and our guests. I've never felt so special. We both brought our parents to the "tasting" the Lodge does - where they throw a "mock" wedding so you can see how everything works and taste the food. They had fireworks at the end, which was an option, and my Dad worked with Joelle to have that as a surprise at our wedding. Joelle kept the secret - and we were so surprised when they started. It was all so special.

When I had to say goodbye to Joelle later in the night, I was sad -- which may sound dramatic, but it's true. Planning our wedding with Joelle's help and expertise was an absolute joy. I would recommend her and the entire staff at the Lodge if you'd like to have the most amazing and seamless planning experience and wedding. Thank you Joelle and the Lodge staff for everything!
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 12/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Easy Book!

The lodge is a breathtaking venue. From the moment we walked through the doors we could tell it would be the place for us. Packages are affordable and customizable which will really allow us to plan the wedding of our dreams.
Audrey
Audrey Sent on 11/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Lodge was perfect!

Everything about the Lodge was absolutely breathtaking! We worked Joelle and she was so helpful and so kind. The food was incredible and all of our guests left in awe of the place and the service.
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 10/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Say YES to The Lodge.. :)

I can't recommend the Lodge enough! If you are looking for a beautiful place to be married with excellent food and staff this is the place to go. Joelle went above and beyond for us and is such a genuine sweet person who makes you feel at ease during the entire process. She is extremely responsive and had everything spot on. Together we planned the wedding of my dreams in just 8 months and I couldn't be happier and more blessed to have her. My guests raved about the beautiful venue, the food, DJ and how nice the staff was and overall the fun atmosphere. In addition to Joelle, Megan was amazing as well as all the catering staff the night of. Very polite and professional group of people who make people feel welcome! They contract through Visa Versa entertainment for DJ service- CJ did an amazing job and the whole process was just seamless and stress free. So I recommend them a thousand times! My wedding day was perfect!
M
Meghan Sent on 08/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing experience working with the Lodge both during the planning process and the wedding day itself. Joelle, the coordinator for the Lodge, was in constant communication throughout planning, quickly responding to any inquiries. The food was absolutely delicious and we still have guests raving about it. The service staff was also top of the line. We had zero worries the day of the wedding because they ran it all so smoothly.
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Awards

51
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Pamela Beth Weddings Consulting Pamela Beth Weddings Consulting Wedding Planners

The Lodge is such a professional place, they deliver flawlessly everytime! Big beautiful place with lots of possibilities.

The Floral Gardens The Floral Gardens Wedding Florists

You can count on Meghan and the staff at The Lodge to make your experience one that you will remember forever. They have great attention to detail. If you want an event to remember The Lodge is your event location.

Patisserie of Skaneateles Patisserie of Skaneateles Wedding Cakes

Meghan at the Lodge is a true professional. The brides all seem to really enjoy the time and care she takes to make each event perfect. The staff at the Lodge is always helpful and friendly. I always look forward to bringing a wedding cake to the lodge because I know the bride is in for a great experience that I can be a part of.

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The Lodge Skaneateles frequently asked questions

The Lodge Skaneateles includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Lodge Skaneateles includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The Lodge Skaneateles is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in average response time, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.7 in value.
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