Forrest Hills Mountain Resort Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
129 Reviews
98% recommend it
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Starr B. Sent on 04/11/2024Wedding March 09
This was the absolute best place not only was the staff extremely helpful. Levi is the best. But everything was affordable. I could not have asked for a more special Wedding Venue and Reception. I would 100% recommend this beautiful place. -
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Kaylee T. Sent on 03/06/2024
Excellent service
Forrest Hills provided a beautiful and elegant location for our wedding. They worked with our condensed timeline and were flexible with scheduling and allowing outside vendors (live music and florist) to set up. There is nothing about our day that we would change, and part of that is thanks to the professionalism of the staff and wedding coordinator for exceeding our dreams/expectations. I highly recommend utilizing the Mountain Laurel Inn for a rehearsal dinner and staying there with family and close friends for the weekend; it makes all communication/travel so much easier with everyone in the same place. -
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Mandy M. Sent on 03/04/2024
Not just about the location...its also the staff!
The location was perfect. The bridal suite was shabby chic for the girls to get ready. The secret garden was BEAUTIFUL and intimate. Our photos have the most beautiful nature landscape. With the reception doors right near the ceremony it was perfect. The reception was more than we could have asked for from service, food, to decor and set up. The food was very tasty and the CAKE over the top. PERFECT for our 28 guests. We would not change anything. Levi was amazing and so helpful and FUN. We look forward to visiting and planning for events with you! -
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Kristen C. Sent on 03/04/2024
Easy Last Minute Planning for our Intimate Wedding
Forrest Hills and Levi made the last-minute planning for our small wedding, easy and an absolute a joy! Levi was very easy to work with and communicates well. He was knowledgeable and able to handle anything and everything with no issues and minimal help for me. It was great to work with his contacts and vendors and I met some really nice people who did exceptional work. As a team you can’t beat their team work. Made it a night to remember. I would do any event with Levi and Forrest Hills. Loved it!
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Carol Sent on 09/12/2016My Daughter and Son in law where married here on 9-10-16. We arrived on Friday 9-9-16 we where greeted at the front desk by the friendliest people. I checked in for the Deer Trail Lodge , Plus two other cabins we rented it was a fast check in. we had the rehearsal that evening at 5 and then the rehearsal dinner was catered back at our lodge. The food as great every thing we needed for a great evening the bridesmaids and groomsmen enjoyed hanging out playing corn hole on the porch. While the grandparents enjoyed the hot tub on the back deck a great evening was had by all.
The day of the wedding the girls headed to the salon where Jolie's day spa was there to take care of hair and make up. They sent over two amazing ladies and they did a great job!
The maintenance crew took care of seating up the Gazebo area checked with me to make sure we where happy with set up and did not need any thing else, when we ask for a table for the guest book it was there in a matter of minutes.
The Food was Amazing Traci made sure we where taken care of all weekend from the reception to the breakfast that came with our lodge, She made sure we got appetizers when we came in from photos since we missed that part of the reception, she definitely is worth her wait in gold. Even coming to our Lodge to pick up the grooms cake.
We also used there Dj Dominick from Pirone entertainment he was great played all our requested songs keep the party on the time line every one had such a great time.
We also had our wedding cake from there vender Cakes by Donna- Amazing every one is talking about the cake it was amazing!
Michelle the owner and Donna the Wedding Coordinator made sure we where taken care of they checked in own us to make sure we had every thing we needed and made sure my daughters weeding was perfect, even down to the horse drawn carriage entrance was timed perfectly.
Forrest hills is a great place to work with and I would use them for my next daughters wedding.
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Lona P. Sent on 06/08/2023An absolutely perfect wedding weekend
We had our wedding ceremony and reception recently at Forrest Hills, and every single thing about it was fantastic — from the ceremony site itself (the Fox Hollow gazebo) to the Rose Garden Dining Room reception, from the lodge we booked for our friends and family to stay with us to the absolutely amazing breakfasts Saturday and Sunday, from working with Levi, the wedding coordinator (and an absolute rock star) to the beautiful views all over the property. I cannot say enough about what an absolutely wonderful time we had, as well as our guests. People have been texting me daily complimenting the venue and our reception food (the pork loin and creamed corn are basically the stuff of legends now for our attendees). Planning a wedding is nerve wracking, and while there were snafus none of them were on the part of anyone at Forrest Hills — yet they helped us deal with them with aplomb. We've already discussed returning there to celebrate our first anniversary because it will always hold a special place in our hearts now. As my now-husband said as we left, "This weekend was absolutely everything I could have imagined or hoped for it to be." -
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Lisa M. Sent on 06/27/2023We Eloped!
Everyone at Forest Hills was very accommodating. They took care of everything from photography to our small homemade delicious wedding cake. The photographer was a plus beautiful pictures. Great couples massage the day before and wonderful carriage ride to our ceremony site! -
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Tykia Sent on 05/22/2023Absolutely amazing
What can I say but Forrest Hill Resort allowed my husband and I to have the fairytale wedding of our dreams! From the amazing staff to the breathtaking scenery and lodges. Our wedding coordinator Levi is absolutely the best, his amazing smile with the personality to match understood our vision and made it happen, he touched bases on the times the carriage ride would pick us up as well as the weather forecast..... The Secret Garden was decorated beautifully, and the food was great champagne glasses stayed filled and our guest were so happy..and this those who stayed said they'll be back for a anniversary or wedding planning. Now the most gracious, exciting, well-spoken, beautiful Wedding officiant Mrs. Jackie was everything!!!! I absolutely love her, she was so passionate with her delivering our numpuals, we had a sand ceremony planned but forgot the sand however Mrs. Jackie substituted that moment with a hand holding prayer to blend our stepchild together and it actually felt more spiritual and intimate. She comforted my son 9 year old son on the spectrum who became overstimulated during the ring exchange by encouraging him that he was doing an awesome job and it worked 💯. Jackie and Levi we love you and the amazing staff from the cook to Mrs. Donna and her outstanding cake my guest are still raving about how mouth watering and sweet her cakes are. Forrest Hill Resort is a top 10 for sure!❤️❤️❤️ -
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Maria W. Sent on 11/09/20225 star service
Everything went as planned. The venue delivered everything as promised. The room- accommodations were super clean, the ceremony venue was a dream with the fall foliage and the reception was amazing. The chef did a superb job, the bartender and serves were super friendly and polite catering to everyone's needs and Levi Hansard the venue wedding director went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were taken care of. I absolutely without any hesitation recommend this venue. Thanks to all of their efforts I had the wedding I had envisioned. -
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Steve M. Sent on 08/31/2022Incredible Time
June 28th 2022 my wife and I got married at Forrest Hills Mountain Resort. We are both a little older and this was not our 1st marriage. We enjoyed the Resort and all the staff! We stayed 5 nights with close friends and family. The food was excellent and our wedding coordinator Levi was the best. The Resort grounds and the area is beautiful with alot of things to do. The prices are reasonable in my opinion. We will go back someday. -
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Darlin Sent on 09/07/2022
The Cinderella Fairytale
I will always love and cherish my time and experience at Forrest Hills Resort. Levi, the wedding coordinator, was such a easy person to work with. He made my wedding planning experience so easy. The day of my wedding went so smoothly because of him! The resort was extremely accommodating for me and my big family. I feel/felt so lucky to find the perfect venue! -
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Keith H. Sent on 02/28/2022
Awesome Weddings Venue & Romantic Gateway.
Beautiful views, couldn't ask for a better venue for our wedding. Highly recommended for weddings and vacation. -
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Kaitlin S. Sent on 12/08/2021Forrest Hills Resort & Levi Hansard will be the best decision you make for your wedding!
From my initial reach out to Levi at Forrest Hills, his professionalism, kindness, & knowledge made him stand out from the other venues we were touring. During the year+ time from when we decided to move forward with Forrest Hills, Levi was available, friendly, & helpful with any questions we had no matter how big or small. His services were unparalleled from the preparation through day of. Even things I thought I had fully thought through, Levi had thought of better & more thoroughly. We could not have made a better decision when it came to who we decided to trust with help on one of the biggest days of our lives. -
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Kimberly T. Sent on 01/04/2022No Words to Express the Absolute Joy
As my review title states, there are no words that will adequately describe the happiness and joy that I felt during our wedding weekend. I wish I could say the feelings began that weekend but they did not. From the moment I met Levi, I KNEW Forrest Hills Mountain Resort was the venue for us. He was absolutely amazing from the very beginning. From our initial meeting, my love for his staff grew. I will ALWAYS have connection with Ms. Jackie. I LOVE this group and you can tell that they love what they do and take pride in their work. There is not one aspect of our weekend that I have anything negative to say. Everything was absolutely perfect...and I mean everything. I will recommend Forrest Hills Resort ten times over today and always. -
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Meghan B. Sent on 12/11/2021
The MOST Magical Experience
I cannot say enough about my experience with Forrest Hills. The venue,value,staff and amenities were all SO amazing. I was nervous to have an all inclusive vendor because I wanted our wedding to be specific to us. However, Forrest Hills did not disappoint! Our wedding was fun and unique, just how we pictured it. It was better than I ever imagined. My family and friends cannot stop talking about Forrest Hills and some are planning return trips. If you are on the fence just do it! Levi is amazing and could not recommend enough! -
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Melanie A. Sent on 12/20/2021
Best Day of Our Lives! We Love Forrest Hills!
Forrest Hills Resort will forever hold a special place in my heart. On October 22, 2021 we got married in the larger gazebo in the wedding garden and it was hands down the best day of our lives!
In the morning, my bridesmaids and I got ready on-site in the newly renovated bridal suite, which was done so beautifully and it comfortably fit nine people (including the hair and makeup ladies and their items). While I waited for my turn in the salon chair, I went outside to find a perfect first look spot for my bridal party reveal and for my dad's reveal. Right around the corner, where they do elopements, there is a beautiful garden and mini gazebo that turned out to be the perfect location. The pictures came out phenomenal! For my first look with my fiancé, we chose to drive up to the front of the resort where there's a bridge and beautiful big trees which also turned out to be incredible photo locations!
The ceremony stole my heart. I was pulled in on a horse and carriage and the feeling you have as your guests and soon-to-be husband look at you when you're pulled in for the grand entrance is heart-stopping. I truly felt like a princess. The ceremony location is breathtaking and the whole garden is manicured perfectly. We had extra time after we did our family photos and when they asked if we wanted to join the cocktail hour I said no because I just wanted to soak in the beauty of the ceremony location.
Our reception took place in the Rose Garden, which was also newly renovated and they did an incredible job! The best part is everything is included; the tables, the chairs, the linens, the lanterns, the cake stand, and set up and take down. But WOW, the food! I have to stop and rave about the food. The salad, the mashed potato bar, the prime rib, the spaghetti (yes I risked it even in my dress and it was SO worth it) were all fantastic. Many of our guests got up for seconds!
But what I really loved most about Forrest Hills was Levi Hansard. Levi is a GEM at Forrest Hills and we could not have done any of this or had a perfectly smooth and magical day without him. I've known Levi for two years (we postponed due to Covid) and he is so patient, kind, funny, and will happily answer all of your questions. We had our rehearsal the day before our wedding, also at Forrest Hills, and so we were able to bring in some of our decor ahead of time and he kindly helped us set it up. His eye for detail is impeccable! He made tweaks and suggestions that made the reception room look so elegant. I'm so grateful he was there to guide us towards the best decisions. On the big day he checked up on me in the bridal suite a few times which I truly appreciated because, of course, I wanted to know how set up was going. After our ceremony, we were ahead of schedule and my husband and I headed back to the bridal suite so I could touch up. This is one of my favorite moments of the night - Levi and my wedding coordinator zoomed up in a golf cart with drinks from the bar and appetizers having a great time. I LOVED to see that even they were having fun and we chatted and laughed with them too. Knowing Levi for the last two years he's become more than just a vendor - he's part of our family and part of our story. Two of my favorite moments of the day are with him and to me that says so much more about Forrest Hills. Before we did our grand exit I gave him the biggest hug because we are so grateful to have met him. Levi, thank you for being you!
If you're reading this and considering doing a wedding at Forrest Hills, DO IT! You are making the best decision, I promise! -
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Natalie C. Sent on 12/07/2021Exceeded My Expectations!
Even if I tried, there are not words adequate to describe my entire wedding experience with Levi and Forrest Hills. This place and the amazing coordinaotre they have actually made for a stress free bride! The attention to detail and the ease of communication made our entire event so spectacular. It sounds like I am writing a fairy tale but it is all true. If you are getting married and want a stress free, beautiful serene setting then Forrest Hills is your place!! The prices were so well within budget too and they respect that also which made it that much better! -
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Miranda P. Sent on 11/01/2021Perfect place for our wedding!
Location:
Forrest Hills is located in North Georgia, in the Chattahoochee National Forest. It is a gorgeous drive to get there, no matter what route you take. You don’t get good cell phone service here, but hopefully, you’ll be too busy relaxing and/or having fun to need it!
Accommodations:
Our guests stayed in Mountain Laurel Lodge, Eagle’s Nest, as well as a cabin on site. Mountain Laurel is newly renovated and a comfortable stay. Plus it was great to have all our guests in one place and not have to worry about how our guests would get back to their stay once our reception was over. The hot tubs and fire pit are great amenities, too! It was complicated organizing it with so many guests from different stages in our lives, but everyone ended up where they need to be in the end.
Food and Beverages:
Our rehearsal dinner was on-site at Forrest Hills. Between that, our wedding reception, and the breakfasts each day, we didn’t have a single bad bite of food! Christy was amazing and covered anything we needed. We didn’t taste the food before the reception, but we were assured that you can’t go wrong with any food choice at Forrest Hills--and we completely agree based on our experience! They had our back every step of the way!
Wedding coordination:
We worked with Levi from the moment we inquired about the venue and he was amazing! We completely appreciated his style and choices, which let us stress less about the details. It was great to have everything on site. We were married at the Fox Hollow gazebo, which was gorgeous, and the Rose Garden reception room was exactly the vibe we were going for. Everything was on time and went off without a hitch! Levi helped with everything, from fluffing my train as I walked towards the aisle, helping my bridesmaid bustle my dress, and even serving food at the reception. We could not be happier with our choice of being married at Forrest Hills!
All of our guests asked us how we found this place because it was so perfect for us and our guests! -
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Savannah M. Sent on 12/07/2021Best Day of My Life
Forrest Hills Resort is so beautiful!! I had my wedding in the Secret Garden, and if you are a bride like me who wanted something small and intimate, this is DEFINITELY the place for you!! Levi was such an amazing help. Everything from decor to picking my wedding march. Levi was there every step of the way to help make my day absolutely perfect. I will never forget his kindness. You can tell he has been in the industry for a long time! He is knowledgeable, personable, insightful. Everything you want and need from a wedding planner. -
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Becky W. Sent on 06/17/2021Fantastic Wedding Venue
Forrest Hills helped us make our dream wedding come true. Everyone was so helpful and professional at our reception and our guests had a great time. Levi helped us every step of the way and went above and beyond to ensure our special day was amazing.
