The Boathouse Restaurant and The Lodges at Cresthaven
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The Boathouse Restaurant and The Lodges at Cresthaven is a wedding venue located in Lake George, New York. Nestled at the base of the Adirondack Mountains on Lake George, this 11-acre estate provides a scenic and secluded location for celebrations of love. The historic property was built in 1876 as part of the Adenin estate, then purchased by New York Times publisher Adolph Ochs in the 1920s. For many years it was an iconic stop on the lake’s Millionaire’s Row and hosted visitors such as Buffalo Bill Cody and John Philip Sousa. Today, it offers a romantic setting for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a magical lakeside weekend.
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Whether soon-to-be-newlyweds are hoping to tie the knot on a grassy knoll overlooking the lake, or on the private sandy beach, this venue can accommodate. The Boathouse Restaurant and The Lodges at Cresthaven can be fully tailored to suit nuptials of all styles and sizes. After exchanging vows in a lush outdoor setting, couples can head over to the Boathouse Restaurant for their reception. A casual and fine-dining establishment, this banquet hall features exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and sweeping views of the lake. It also comes with fully catered meals and indoor and open-air spaces for guests to enjoy during cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Afterward, wedding-goers can retire to the numerous accommodations at The Lodges at Cresthaven. These suites include rustic wood accents, air conditioning and heating, cable TV and WiFi, and comfortable sleeping quarters. Outside, they have charcoal grills and picnic tables and a large children’s playground with a putting tee.
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Comprehensive wedding packages at this venue come with tables and chairs, linens, glassware and dishware, and help with setup and cleanup. For those staying at the resort, many other amenities and activities are also available. These include a state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness center and recreation room, a volleyball and bocce ball court, and a horseshoe pit. Children’s activities such as face painting, tie-dying, fishing, and treasure hunts can also be arranged during the wedding weekend.
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Emily G. Married on 05/13/2022The Boathouse gave us the best day ever!
We always knew we wanted to get married in Lake George (even before I met my husband). The Boathouse was the only location that checked every box - affordable, ceremony spot overlooking the lake, responsive on-site contact, and most importantly during COVID as well as to provide the best experience possible - a very large venue with multiple places to go! The thing we (and our guests) loved most about the Boathouse was you could be out in the gazebo overlooking the lake, on the docks, on the beach, at our s’mores bonfire, at the outdoor bar… the options were limitless and our guests took full advantage.
We knew we loved the amenities at the boathouse, but the staff went above and beyond. No matter what we threw at them or requested, they responded immediately with professionalism and kindness. They found me a ton of lighters when we had none for our sparklers, were attentive about making sure we got appetizers to our table while we were on our unforgettable hackercraft cruise, they cleaned and boxed everything we needed at the end of the night… I could not have asked for more - they did everything so we could sit back and enjoy! Booking the boathouse for our wedding was the best decision we could have made, and I have to personally thank Jayne for answering every email with kindness, flexibility and in a timely manner!The Boathouse Restaurant and The Lodges at Cresthaven's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure working with you throughout the planning process and we are so pleased to hear that you were so happy with our services. Thank you for choosing The Boathouse! We wish you both our very best! -
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Alyssa Married on 10/17/2021Incredible Venue with Incredible Views and Service
Due to COVID-19, 50 days out from our wedding date, we decided to change the location of our wedding to be closer to family to make it safer. Now that we had a guest count that fit, we were thrilled to be able to go back to our original pick which was The Boathouse Restaurant & The Lodges at Cresthaven. Jayne and Dan were lifesavers and joy to work with! They helped us plan our wedding ceremony and small reception in 50 days. They were attentive and beyond accommodating. Jayne is incredibly responsive and answered all my questions. Dan customized a menu to fit our budget and needs. But on top of that, they allowed us the opportunity to create the wedding we always wanted while keeping our 28 guests safe. State regulations did not allow dancing so we only had a meal. We had the whole restaurant to ourselves, everyone was spaced out, and all the staff had masks and gloves. Our guests are still talking about the breath taking views, delicious food, and just how perfect the venue was overall. Saying our vows in front of a picturesque view that to this day doesn’t seem real, was a dream come true. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day and will definitely be going back to The Lodges at Cresthaven for a vacation when everything is back to normal! -
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Dominique P. Married on 11/02/2019Incredible
If I could do it all over again, I'd still choose The Boathouse Restaurant. It was absolutely stunning. We received so many compliments on the venue, food and views! Our guests couldn't believe how perfect our wedding was. Everyone was so accommodating. Thank you so much to Jayne, Dan and The Boathouse Restaurant staff!-
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The Boathouse Restaurant and The Lodges at Cresthaven's reply:
Wow! This is so nice to hear. Thank you for taking the time to offer this amazing feedback. We are so glad that you and your guests had such a great time and wish you the best! Thank you for choosing The Boathouse! -
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The Boathouse Restaurant & Lodges at Cresthaven are one-of-a-kind!! Has a million dollar view overlooking beautiful Lake George and the Adirondacks. Just gorgeous for pictures!! This is a perfect location for small intimate weddings. It is elegant and classy. Relaxing and super comfortable. It's almost like you're in another world!! Not to mention the food. I had dinner there with my family in June 2013 and superb service plus, if you get a window seat, you're almost in the Lake!!
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