The Lodge at Tahoe Donner 12850 Northwoods Boulevard • Truckee • California 96161
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Pairing spectacular views with delectable cuisine and excellent service, this popular restaurant offers a spectacular setting for a destination wedding set amid breathtaking pastoral beauty. Every bite of the delicious in-house catering is as exquisite as the surroundings, highlighting fresh, organic produce and meats, a curated wine list, and craft cocktails.
- The Lodge, designed with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking towering pines and the rugged mountain golf course, highlights the glories of the natural world in a classic Tahoe-style ambiance. The Sage and Aspen Rooms on the second floor are ideal for a rehearsal or welcome dinner, while the cozy pub seems made for afterparties.
- Spring through fall, the picturesque Grotto is a lovely setting for al fresco ceremonies overlooking the wooded mountains. Complete with a waterfall, the grassy enclave also provides some lovely photo opportunities. In winter, the Lodge's huge pictures windows frame a magical wonderland, overlooking panoramic landscapes where the mountains wear a dusting of snow.
Deals
Book a wedding at The Lodge and receive a 10% discount off of the site fee for your rehearsal dinner or farewell brunch! Please contact the events team for details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $2,000–7,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Space reserved
- The site fee for outdoor weddings for over 100 guests (Ceremony on The Lawn, Cocktail Hour in the Grotto, Reception on The Pavilion) is $7,000, Friday-Sunday.
- The Alder Creek Adventure Center hosts indoor/outdoor events for up to 100 seated or 200 standing guests with a $4,200 site fee.
- Small weddings for up to 85 guests in the intimate outdoor Grotto or in one of the indoor banquet spaces is $2,000-$2,800 depending on date.
- Winter Wedding Packages for up to 60 guests start at $2,500.
- Food & Beverage minimums apply
- The site fee for outdoor weddings for over 100 guests (Ceremony on The Lawn, Cocktail Hour in the Grotto, Reception on The Pavilion) is $7,000, Friday-Sunday.
Meals (when priced separately)
- $38–85/person
- Meals at The Pavilion or The Grotto range $75-85/pp.
- Meals for smaller events at The Alder Creek Adventure Center start at $38/pp.
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 22%
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 65 | 175 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 175 | 175 |
| Reception | Seated | 100 | 175 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 150. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
This venue also serves Brunch.
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
- Outdoor spaces available May–October, 8am–9pm with an 8pm music curfew outdoors.
- Indoor spaces are available year-round, 6am–midnight.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Conference Center
- Mountain
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Restaurant
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Creek / River
- Forest / Woods
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Golf / Country Club
- Landscaped Grounds
- Meadow / Fields
- Mountains
- Panoramic
- Waterfall
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: in-house
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: CBA
Dressing Areas: CBA
AV/Meeting Equipment: some provided
Parking: free, provided
Accommodations: hotels, motels, rental homes and camping nearby
Outdoor Night Lighting: yes
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: none
Cleanup: provided
View: river, forest, mountains, fairways
Restrictions
But take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: in-house
Smoking: not allowed
Music: amplified OK indoors or outdoors with restrictions
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: not required
The Lodge at Tahoe Donner
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