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Based in Hawley, Pennsylvania, The Waterfront at Silver Birches is a full-service wedding venue in the heart of the Poconos Mountains on Lake Wallenpaupack. This waterfront venue is a rare location on the lake that can host a Poconos wedding for 250 guests. The elegance of the venue and the beauty of the location provide an ideal spot for a wedding ceremony and reception or other events such as the rehearsal dinner, engagement party, and bridal shower. The dedicated staff execute events and promise the “only thing they overlook is the lake.”

Facilities and Capacity
The Waterfront at Silver Birches offers an accessible shoreline and lakeside deck for outdoor ceremonies. The views provide a stunning natural backdrop for photographs. Lakeside ceremonies take place on the well-maintained lawn and include white chairs, an arbor for the focal point, and a sound system for the officiant. All outdoor ceremonies are also equipped with a back-up plan in case of inclement weather. Couples may move the reception indoors to the banquet hall on the property. You have the option to get ready on-site for convenience in the get-ready rooms. There is ample parking available and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Services Offered
Couples can work with a wedding coordinator from the beginning who will oversee all the details of your big day and help with decisions on cuisine, colors, flowers, cakes, and even ice sculptures. The wedding packages include a variety of menu choices for a variety of budgets depending on your needs. The venue provides lantern centerpieces for your reception tables, as well as linens and napkins to coordinate with your wedding colors. They also offer custom wedding cakes. Catering and beverage services are included with a variety of choices from a sit-down or family-style dinner to a buffet or stations, and much more, and premium brands of liquor, beer, wine, and champagne can be served. Dedicated staff members will set up and clean up the spaces the day of the wedding. Silver Birches offers barware, china, flatware, glassware, tables, and chocolate fountains.

Accommodations
You and your guests have the option to stay at The Waterfront at Silver Birches during the duration of the wedding in one of the rooms, suites, or lodges. You will receive a complimentary couple's suite on the night of the wedding with champagne.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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?

$715

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)
Wedding Cake

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Inn/B&B
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
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 food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of The Waterfront at Silver Birches

Karolyn
Karolyn Sent on 09/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible full-service venue!!

The Waterfront at Silver Birches (and by extension all of Settlers Hospitality Group) was the perfect choice for our wedding weekend! Chiara is INCREDIBLE- she was always available to answer our many questions (especially through the ever-changing regulations of a post-Covid world), and helped us customize every detail of our wedding. She was also there overseeing every detail on our wedding day with such enthusiasm (and we were her third wedding of the weekend)- I could not have made it through the planning without her! We had our welcome party the night prior at one of the sister properties, which was relaxed and low- key with amazing food, and continued the party through the day after with an incredible post-wedding brunch. Our guests loved being able to stay on site throughout the weekend to take advantage of the lakefront views, water sports, and live music on the patio. The food at our wedding was probably the highlight of the night- our guests were still talking about it WEEKS later! We were able to work with Chiara and the chefs and bakers to customize our menu, and it turned out even better than we could have anticipated! We've already returned for a long weekend, and can't wait to plan another event there!
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Clara Sent on 10/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

It was everything I had hoped for

I cannot say how truly thankful I am for Chiara at Silver Birches. She was so wonderful in tailoring and organizing my wedding. She was so lovely to work with and I had one of the best days of my life because of all her help. Silver Birches provided a list of all preferred vendors that we chose from and we were not disappointed. The guests loved the buffet food we had and the environment of the lodging area. We also had a bonfire after the wedding that they helped organize which was a lovely after party. Overall we could not have been happier with everything!
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Alexandra Sent on 11/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Silver birches put a lot of care and effort into our wedding. It was absolutely beautiful and went off smoothly!
FutureMrsMcNaney
Stacy Sent on 11/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true

Silver Birches is a dream venue. The location is beautiful - ceremonies are outside by the lake and the reception hall is a large, light-filled space with floor to ceiling lake views. You can stay on-site in a lake house or cottage and the venue takes care of every detail. They even have decor you can incorporate into your design (lanterns, votives, bird cage for cards, etc.) and the price they quote you includes everything: food, open bar, the wedding cake and all taxes. There are absolutely no hidden fees. But by far the best thing about Silver Birches are the staff. Everyone we dealt with was so friendly and helpful. Our day-of coordinator, Karen, was amazing. She took such good care of us on our wedding day; from bringing us drinks during photos to even giving me a hair tie at the end of the night when I desperately needed it. It’s the little things that go a long way and make all the difference. I looked at a ton of venues both online and in person, and nothing compared to Silver Birches. If you’re looking for a stress-free wedding at a reasonable price, in a gorgeous location in the Poconos - this is it!
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Amanda Sent on 07/13/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My wedding at Silver Birches was my dream wedding. Everything was PERFECT!
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Carrie Sent on 11/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
When searching for venues for a Fall wedding, we knew that we wanted an all-in-one place since most of our family and friends would be traveling. After getting a tour of the property and getting to spend time with Karen, we both instantly knew that Silver Birches was the perfect location for our wedding day! Throughout the process, we worked with Karen and Ashley to plan what was, in our opinion, the most perfect wedding day. They were always prompt with responding to our inquiries, gave us checklists to keep us on task, gave excellent recommendations for vendors, and did an amazing job of setting up the ceremony and reception spaces with our decorations. Our family and friends still rave about the beautiful location and the delicious food every time we see them! We couldn't have been more happy with our special day, and we owe a lot of that to the staff at Silver Birches.
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Brittany Sent on 08/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful venue with caring, helpful staff. We were happy to use silver birches for our rehearsal and the cottages, too. The food was delicious, bar tenders were fun, and the price seemed too good to be true!
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Lani Sent on 08/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding back in June and decided in November of 2016 that Silver Birches was our place to get married. Karen had helped us initially - but Ashley was the one who coordinated everything for our wedding. They. Were. Awesome! Every little detail they had thought of - and everything was absolutely perfect. From the sunset pictures, to Ashley bringing us out hors d'oeuvres while we stood in the heat taking pictures. The food was great, the setting was great, and the event planning team was the best. Would absolutely recommend working with them for a wedding venue, we did not have to worry about anything! The best part about having our wedding here is that we can always go back for a visit - and we already have. Everyone was raving about how great our wedding was. We had the best day ever! They went out of their way to make us feel unique and special for our day.
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Jennie Sent on 07/24/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had the best wedding at Silver Birches. We are an outdoor type of couple who love to be by the water. The venue is stunning! I knew right away it was perfect. Karen was very helpful in getting me through the process of picking a date, booking the wedding and working out details. And then Ashley was just an amazing coordinator. She was so responsive to emails and questions leading up to our big day. She set up everything so perfectly with provided decor from the venue as well as my own personal decor. She was there every step during the day to guide us where to go or what to do next. During the whirlwind of the wedding day it was calming to know she would be there. She made sure we had drinks, ate dinner and is just a sweetheart overall.
Our ceremony was outside on the lawn (we had perfect weather which of course helps, but weather or not the location is breath taking) followed by cocktail hour where many guests chose to stay out on the deck to enjoy the scenery. We did pictures down by the water (I have seen a few so far from our photographer and they are just amazing). We had the reception in the ballroom and I just loved the ballroom, the open floor plan and the beautiful bar area. And we got so many rave reviews about how much guests loved all the food. Many said it was the best wedding they had been to and best food! I was so overwhelmed and a tad tight in my dress to eat to much but I can assure that the food won't disappoint (and we had not been able to make it to a food tasting so we put a lot of faith into the reviews we had read that the food was amazing and they were very accurate!)
The cake (which I tasted when my husband shoved it in my face!) was delicious and beautiful. I picked the flavors and sent a photo of what I wanted and Julia (the baker that works at Silver Birches) literally did exactly what I had asked for.
I can't think of anymore details to mention other then that it was a perfect choice for us and we couldn't have been happier.
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Christina Sent on 06/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Waterfront at Silver Birches was nothing less then exceptional. As a bride I had multiple envisions for my wedding day, Ashley, whom was our wedding coordinator, and her team made every single one of them come true. Anything I asked for, was done and If it couldn't be done they made sure another alternative was in place. Everyone was professional and welcoming from the bar staff to the wait staff and the wedding coordinator herself. I couldn't ask for a better team to help me on such an important day. Ashley made me feel like the only bride she had to work with this year, when really I know she has dozens to work with this summer alone. She was the glue that held everything together. She was always just an email or phone call away and that is extremely comforting as a bride. The venue was breathtaking. The lake of course, but it was very apparent the staff worked very hard to up keep the grounds as well. I felt like I had my own little world for my wedding. I wish I could relive this day over and over again, that is just how special and wonderful The Waterfront at Silver Birches made me feel and how hard they worked. I thank everyone and I encourage all brides to indulge themselves in this venue, worth every penny is an understatement!
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Awards

46
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Your Perfect Wedding with Rev. Gina M. Pace Your Perfect Wedding with Rev. Gina M. Pace Wedding Officiants

Ehrhards's will simply take your breath away! I was blessed to be able to perform a wedding ceremony there last season and I have a few more scheduled in this and next season and am really looking forward to it. The meal was one of the best I've ever had at a reception and being in the weddings business for almost twenty years that is saying a lot! their facility is beautiful inside and out and every last detail has been seen to. The view over the lake is perfect and the reception room maximizes that view. They are kind to vendors, too. (I wish I could say that about all venues) I give them five stars!

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The Waterfront at Silver Birches frequently asked questions

The Waterfront at Silver Birches 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 Waterfront at Silver Birches includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The space offered by The Waterfront at Silver Birches for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Inn/B&B
  • Waterfront
The Waterfront at Silver Birches offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Waterfront at Silver Birches offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Waterfront at Silver Birches offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
The Waterfront at Silver Birches 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 professionalism, 5 in value, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.8 in average response time.
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