The Waterview Reviews

The food to the beautiful scenery it was everything I wanted and wished for. Our wedding was perfect picked the best venue.

Guests could not stop talking about the quality and quantity of food at the cocktail hour and how beautiful and elegant the grounds and ballroom were.

The team was amazing at the Waterview! Kat was particularly excellent and so kind. It rained the morning of the wedding and the outdoor garden flooded. The staff swept the water out to the drain so that we could have it outside. I am so grateful to our wedding planner for finding that venue for us.

I have actually lived down the road from the Waterview since it opened but never imagined id get married there. It seems so grand and out of my reach.
But I was told by my siblings who had worked for the Waterview and by multiple other people that I would love it. So we made an appointment to meet with April.
Not only were we blown away by the venue but how affordable it was. We picked a Friday in the Winter so was off season.
April was great to set everything up so when Kat took over it was seamless.
I couldn’t count how many emails Kat had to answer from me but she always did without fail.
The day of my bridal attendants were angels and the guests loved the food and venue space.
The amount of care we felt from the team was astounding and we couldn’t have asked for more.
Thank you so much for such a memorable day! ❤️❤️❤️

My wedding was early June 2022. I fell in love with the west side outdoor ceremony space. We did an outdoor ceremony, and indoor reception. And honestly it was perfect. The team was great, extremely responsive especially during such a crazy, unsure time, coming fresh out of the pandemic. They were very accommodating and pretty easy to work with. The best part was during my ceremony a family of geese waddled by and it was perfect. My only tip would be girls, if you’re using a cathedral train veil… either test it out before hand or use a runner!!!

I couldn't recommend a more perfect venue for my NYE wedding. Taylor or team took such good care of my guests throughout the night - the boxed up dinners for guests who needed to leave early, added dessert and late night stations last minute, made the most amazing birthday cake for my father-in-law and the list goes on. I'm so grateful for their monumental role in making my special night so magical!

Everything about the Waterview was exactly what we wanted. The entire staff were true professionals and knew exactly how to get us ready for our special day, We didn't need to worry about a thing. The Beautiful Lake Zoar was breathtaking. The food and cake were delicious and we couldn't have asked for a bedding wedding. Thankyou to everyone involved!!!

The Waterview venue and Team made our wedding a dream come true! We were married on a Thursday and enjoyed every moment! The food was amazing, they decorated the venue exactly how we envisioned. Taylor made life full of ease! If any issues came up she took care of them. I was able to relax and enjoy the wedding. From being enthusiastic, sharing ideas and details to making sure that everything was packed up after. No detail was spared and I am so grateful for everything ! We loved it !

I always knew I wanted to have our wedding at the waterview and we are both so glad that we did. They did an amazing job! Our wedding guests loved the venue, loved the bar, loved the dance floor, loved the food! We had a really big wedding over 250 guests and the staff did a fantastic job ensuring everyone had a great time !

I can’t thank our coordinator Kat enough for everything she did for us! She went above and beyond to ensure everything went just how we wanted! I highly recommend this venue to anyone getting married

We cannot thank The Waterview enough for creating an amazing wedding reception for us. From the moment we walked in the door, they made planning so easy. To say that our wedding reception was flawless would be an understatement. The Waterview was so incredibly professional and put great care into the details. Our coordinator worked so closely with all of our vendors to ensure that the entire event went without a hitch. The food was incredible, and easily better than fine dining restaurants we've been to. The Waterview offers so many fun options when it comes to food, and the ones we chose absolutely wowed our guests. The Viennese table was gorgeous, and was a fun focal point for guests. The facility and grounds are beautifully kept. We cant thank The Waterview enough for the truly perfect day they gave us!

Words can’t describe how grateful we are for our coordinator Taylor and the entire Waterview team! Our February wedding day felt stress-free and we were able to be present and enjoy each moment. We know there must have been things that went “wrong” but we did not see any of it, which is a testament to the team’s ability and commitment to us. They truly made us feel so special and supported! 

Our guests and vendors had so many compliments, like “it’s the most beautiful wedding venue I’ve ever been to!” and “the best cocktail hour apps ever!”  (Clear favorite was the jerk steak passed app!). Guests were so impressed that the 2 bartenders were able to handle the entire group with no lines. The Waterview truly lives up to their years of positive reviews!

Our wedding at The Waterview was basically a 2 year process having booked everything in late spring/ early summer 2019 for a June 2020 wedding that had to be postponed to June 2021 due to the pandemic. Everything had basically been planned already for our 2020 wedding before the need to postpone. We'd experienced the food and cake tastings and all the details were pretty much sorted thanks to April and Colin for being so communicative and accommodating. Making the decision to postpone was so heartbreaking because at the start of the pandemic no one knew what was going on or how long it would take to congregate safely again. April was one of the only people left in the office at that point, and she made it so easy to push our wedding out to the same exact weekend a year later. (We were also super lucky that all of our vendors were also available for the new date.) When The Waterview finally reopened and we were in the all clear to resume planning, we picked right back up with Colin where we'd left off. He was there to answer any questions we had, especially ones regarding the health and safety of our family and friends and The Waterview staff. The Waterview was with us every step of the way. They made everything very clear (payment due dates, how and when to drop off personal items for the wedding, the rehearsal, coordinating vendors, etc.) Our ceremony was in the West Side Garden which was so beautiful. It was important to us to be outdoors, especially near the water, and the pergola, garden, and fountains made it like a dream come true. The cocktail hour and reception in the West Side Ballroom which had huge bay windows brought all the beauty of the outdoors inside. Our guests loved the food and the space. Having looked at wedding venues outside of Connecticut, our eyes really opened to find that there are many venues where EVERYTHING is a la carte. It made things soooo easy to find a space as beautiful as The Waterview where everything is included: tables, chairs, linen, cocktail hour, multi-course dinner (by the way, everyone thought the Asian Short Rib Salad was the main course!...nope, more food was coming!), open bar, wedding cake, bridal suite, wedding coordinator, bridal attendants, and more! They were also there to accommodate dietary restrictions and other personal needs for some of our guests. At the end of the night, they helped us gather our belongings and pack everything up including much leftover food. Colin kept things running on schedule and checked in with my husband and I throughout the event to make sure we were okay. It was a night to remember and the entire experience was more than we could have ever asked for!

Where do I even begin? There are no words to adequately describe the amount of gratitude my husband and I have for the Waterview and the entire amazing team. We booked our wedding in 2018, and we knew from the moment we walked through the doors, we had found our venue. It truly was the best decision we could have made. When COVID hit, April was extremely patient, understanding, and flexible. We ended up postponing three times and they made the difficult process so much easier for us. We finally got to celebrate our wedding on July 16, 2021. Thanks to the Waterview, it was absolutely worth the wait. Kat was are wedding coordinator and she made all of our dreams come true. She is a true professional and truly cares about her couples. I walked into the ballroom and immediately cried because of how amazing everything looked. Kat, Angela, and the entire Waterview staff did everything they could to make sure our day was nothing short of perfect. They are amazing. We are so glad that we chose the Waterview for our wedding day and highly recommend this wonderful venue to anyone

Thank you Waterview Team. Waterview was a beautiful place to get married. I couldn’t have been more happy. The weather was perfect and loved every moment there. The team makes everyone feel so comfortable. Kat, Colin and the Waterview team did an amazing job making everything perfect. I was able to feel relaxed knowing all my guest were taken care of and It was amazing knowing I was taken well care of every step of the way. Karen our officiant from Waterview did an amazing job. It was an amazing experience in every way. I really Loved the process from start to finish. Thank you for celebrating our beautiful wedding and putting together a surprise for the whole family. The Announcing of our baby girl was unforgettable. Thank you for pulling it off. It was so much fun! I got So Many Compliments on the Food, Service, Staff and over all how Beautiful the place was. That’s always the best feeling. Thank you

“Congratulations on your engagement, when's the date and where?” Have to be the same sentence and questions in the same breath. This is the first and biggest (as well as priciest) decision to kick off your wedding planning.

The Waterview is a well oiled machine. Making sure your day is exactly how you envisioned. Marie and the entire team I've come into contact with have been extremely helpful throughout the entire process. These are the professionals here people! This beautifully decorated, spacious and clean, along with wonderful accommodations (food is exceptional and let's not forget the view of Lake!).

My review is lengthy because I want to take the time to help guide those who may be considering. Long story short, BOOK IT! Longer story below :)

My fiance and I viewed 3 total properties in-person. We were wowed by them all but we do have to say, The Waterview establishment was the first place we visited and THE PLACE for us to host the biggest day of our lives. The parking lot, is plenty. The million dollar view of Lake Zoar and panoramic view really excels this location. I wasn't looking for a water view in my reception location, but have to say, it was quite a 'wow' moment and gasp of well, now I NEED a lake to compliment my wedding venue. The chandeliers are extravagant as well as their tableware, chairs and flooring. I have to say I was also impressed by their beautiful wooden bar. Other than the dance floor, this is where a lot of friends and family gather to celebrate. At least my friends and family! The bar was spacious and very inviting. For all these reasons and more, we decided rather quickly, this was the spot for us. What really sealed the deal was their moderate pricing, which has so much value! It made this choice rather easy to make a confident decision.

Marie Bedoya was my point of contact and 'unofficial wedding planner.'
from the start of planning, to the next mile stone, to next steps Marie and team really kept us on schedule and organized. Marie was very flexible and had patience. I sent numerous emails and pictures along the way and she was very responsive through it all. I felt like she became family. To help execute and provide professional opinions to support our vision was really important to us. Marie and The Waterview team did just that.

The venue was gorgeous, the staff were professional and sweet!
Colin was professional and just overall great! our wedding went flawlessly!
the cake was delicious and the food was amazing we had so many complements, this venue is beautiful and scenic and we had the best day!

We had looked at 12 venues before finding The Waterview on lucky number 13. We are from NJ but The Waterview popped up as an ad on google based on my previous searches. We were leaning towards a venue in PA when I saw the ad and I could not stop thinking about it. I decided to visit The Waterview myself to try to rule it out so I would not wonder if our wedding would have been better there if we chose another venue. I absolutely loved The Waterview and my fiance made the trip back up to CT with me the very next day to see it for himself. He agreed it was the perfect venue and exactly what we were looking for. Joanna and April in management were amazing from start to finish. Always willing to work with us on budget and to have our day be what we imagined. There were many venues we spoke to that were unwilling to make changes we may have wanted and The Waterview was so accommodating in comparison. We cannot thank them enough. We did have a vision for our day and we knew we wouldn't find another venue more in line with our vision than The Waterview. What we did not know at the time of our first visit is how incredible the staff would be. There are not enough words to describe how amazing the staff was, especially Kat- the wedding coordinator. I made several trips to The Waterview prior to our wedding to make sure that I had all the information I needed to ensure our wedding day ended up exactly how we had envisioned it. Each visit Kat and the other staff at The Waterview, including Karen and Wendy at the front desk, were so kind to me and never made me feel annoying or overbearing. The Wednesday Prior to our wedding day we brought most of our "stuff" to the venue and added some lights to the west garden area along with making sure the fabric I created for the arch was properly set up for the day of. It was HOT out. Kat helped us get the fabric on top of the 10 foot tall arch which for the first time was no small feat. We were and still are very appreciative because she did not have to do that at all. The day before the wedding at our rehearsal we were 40 minutes late due to some terrible traffic from NJ. Kat made sure everything went quickly and smoothly and got all of the information I didn't even realize we needed. She walked us through exactly what would happen and I felt confident that the day of it would be simple and easy. Our wedding day was the most perfect day and I truly believe that is thanks to the staff at The Waterview. Our vision really came to life and couldn't have been more in line with what we had envisioned. Our escort cards were in envelopes that the staff hung with mini clothes pins, each guest had a personalized menu and place card at their table, among countless other details planned for the day- all of which were executed perfectly by the staff. Amy and Erin were our amazing bridal attendants and they did not miss a beat. I did not travel to the bar even once as they got me everything I could possibly need and more! George, who was the coordinating assistant, was also amazing and helped to make sure everything ran smoothly. I received so many compliments on our wedding whether it was the amazing food, the intricate detail, the beauty of the venue, how smooth everything went and it is all thanks to The Waterview and their incredible staff. Quite a few people said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Do yourself a favor and book The Waterview- you will not regret it and they will help make it the best day of your life.

Marie Bedoya (my coordinator) and the Waterview surpassed my expectations for my wedding. From the moment we met the first time, to when we arrived the day of the wedding until we drove away Marie and her attendants made sure it was the perfect day for us. Everything was beautiful, the food was delicious and i could've have asked for a better venue. Not to mention the price is very reasonable considering the great service and what is included. Also the location itself is beautiful for pictures.

Colin at the waterview made our day run so smoothly. The venue was beautiful, our food and the atmosphere was absolutely amazing. We received so many compliments because of all the work Colin and the team at the waterview did for us. We highly recommend the beautiful waterview.

We booked our original venue in July 2017 - over a year before the big day. Long story short, we had to find a new venue with just 10 weeks left. I called everywhere - and there just wasn't anything on 10/6/18. I knew I couldn't change the date - invitations were out and RSVPs were in. Vendors booked, etc. Turns out, they somehow had a cancelation on 10/6/18 and we booked there. I never expected to have such a storybook, perfect wedding day. Collin made every single vision come to life. Our guests still rave about the food service, drinks, setup and staff. They had small appetizers and drinks waiting for the guests as they arrived to the ceremony out by the water and then welcomed them in with an extraordinary cocktail hour, complete with premier chef's table, other foods and more drinks. Dinner was incredible - we chose the Salmon, Filet and Stuffed Acorn Squash - all were amazing. They have a top shelf bar selection and even accomodated two signature drinks. The ballroom was incredible - decorated perfectly. They executed each moment of the day from beginning to end with ease and we couldn't have been more pleased. I'd choose that venue again and again and recommend it to everyone I can. Thank you so much for making every single wedding dream of ours come true.

The Waterview is absolutely stunning! We cannot wait to have our wedding here in September. All of the staff so far has been so helpful and we have heard nothing but great news about this venue. We have both also been to weddings at this location and they were breathtaking!

You guys, I can't even being to express how amazing Colin, our Wedding Coordinator, at The Waterview is... Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, with zero hiccups and I totally have Colin to thank for this!!! Every detail far exceeded my expectations! The food was exceptional, all of our guests have been raving about how good the food was. The two attendants helping Colin also went above and beyond for us... I forgot my bouquet at the end of the night, and they literally put it in a vase with water and then put it in the fridge to save it for me to pick up the next day.. Colin even made my husband and I a to-go container of extra food (which I also forgot to take home lol) but was saved for when I went back to pick everything up... If you are looking to get married in a beautiful location, with all inclusive services, and amazing staff absolutely schedule a tour with them ASAP! You won't regret it!

Colin and his staff were amazing. Everything went so smooth. We had no care in the world as our wedding went off without a hitch. I highly recommend this venue

It's a beautiful venue by the water, and all the staff members we met during our tour were so nice and had nothing but great things to say about each other, even the vendors that were setting up for weddings that morning! April was amazing and we were so happy to finally meet someone so sincere and gracious, and that was so accommodating regarding cultural customs that would need to happen on our day. We attended a showcase in the fall and it only confirmed how much we love the venue and the people...We've got a little while until the big day arrives, but my fiancé and I are so excited to being working with them!