The Adirondacks offer stunning natural beauty all year round, but it’s gorgeous during winter when the landscape is covered in snow. Many couples are drawn to the idea of exchanging vows in this winter wonderland, with snow-covered mountains, frozen lakes, and picturesque forests, making these winter weddings in the Adirondacks memorable and romantic.Â
Winter weddings in the Adirondacks can be more intimate and secluded, as there are fewer tourists and wedding parties compared to the popular summer season. Couples looking for a private and romantic ceremony might opt for a winter elopement. Our Upstate New York hotel is the perfect place to plan your nuptials. We’ve been named the best wedding venue in the Adirondacks by Wedding Wire and The Knot, and our rustic yet elegant hotel is the ideal place for romantic lodging for the happy couple and your guests.Â
Friends Lake Inn is nestled amidst the forest in the secluded and scenic woods near the charming hamlet of Chestertown, NY. We’re just 20 minutes from the popular Lake George area but with none of the busy crowds. Our Upstate New York hotel is well known for its exceptional hospitality, upscale guest rooms, exquisite onsite dining, and easy access to the best things to do in the Adirondacks—it’s the ideal combination for unforgettable winter weddings in the Adirondacks! Book a consultation and start planning your ceremony and reception at our Upstate New York hotel today!Â
Start Planning: Winter Weddings in the Adirondacks
Whether you are looking for an intimate elopement, a small wedding with close friends and family, or a wedding celebration with up to 50 guests, our facility and team will help you make your wedding dreams come true. The best winter weddings in the Adirondacks start here at Friends Lake Inn.
Below, we’ll profile our venue options and wedding and elopement packages for future brides and grooms:Â
- Outdoor Weddings: Even your winter weddings in the Adirondacks can be outside with a beautiful blanket of white snow as your backdrop. We can accommodate up to 50 guests in our outdoor areas, including gardens, streams, and picturesque locations on our grounds.Â
- Indoor Weddings: The majority of our happy couples planning their winter weddings in the Adirondacks opt for an indoor venue at our Upstate New York hotel. We have four elegant dining spaces to create the most magical reception with fantastic food, wine, and ambiance. Contact our experienced wedding planners to learn more!Â
- Intimate Elopement Package: This intimate package is perfect for couples planning a winter Adirondack elopement. We’ll take care of all the details, including an officiant, a bridal bouquet, a boutonniere, dinner with cake for two, romantic lodging, and so much more.Â
- Adirondack Petit Wedding Package: This is the ultimate package for those planning a micro wedding of up to 14 guests—with a welcome reception, ceremony, dinner, and cake. This choice also includes an hour-long photography session.Â
- Upstate Wedding Package: For those planning weddings of up to 50 guests, this is the best package for your winter weddings in the Adirondacks. This option includes much of the same for the petit wedding package but with so much more! You’ll want to contact our wedding planner today to learn more about availability and pricing.Â
Romantic Lodging at our Upstate New York Hotel
One of the best ways to picture your ceremony and reception is by first joining us for a romantic couples’ getaway in Upstate New York! Our 17-room Inn and intimate honeymoon cottage offer enough lodging for your small-scale weddings in the Adirondacks. Your guests can relax knowing they have a luxurious room to retreat to after your event. The Adirondacks in the winter often evoke a sense of romance, with cozy fireside gatherings, candlelit ceremonies, and the opportunity to snuggle up together in the cold weather.Â
As one of the top-rated romantic getaways in Upstate New York, we can think of no better place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, babymoons, and all other occasions worth celebrating in life—including those weekends when you want to escape and reconnect. If you plan your winter weddings in the Adirondacks at our Upstate New York hotel, you’ll have the perfect place to return year after year to spend special time together. You can check into the suite of your choosing, enjoy a romantic dinner together at our on-site farm-to-table restaurant, and retreat to the ultimate haven to relax and reconnect.Â
Choose the ideal room for your ultimate vacation experience, complete with various deluxe amenities such as jacuzzi tubs, balconies, or fireplaces. Our exquisite Adirondack wedding venue is beyond compare for those seeking a truly unique and memorable destination to return to year after year. Contact us today to talk more about your wedding at our Upstate New York hotel.
