Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest • Lakewood • WA 98499
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Though surrounded by ten acres of lush formal and natural gardens on the shores of Gravelly Lake, this historic estate is only minutes away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Tacoma – without being too far from Seattle or Olympia! Once you step through the wrought-iron gates, you'll feel like you're in another world.
- The Georgian-style Wagner House is bordered by a wisteria-covered terrace, perfect for an al fresco ceremony and reception with a stunning backdrop of ponds, a quatrefoil pool, brick paths, diverse plantings, and a beautiful gazebo. Enjoy your cocktail hour with dancing inside the elegant main house.
- Their diverse selection of packages are sure to suit many tastes and needs, giving you the perfect setting to say "I do." Nearby hotels, restaurants, and entertainment provide ample accommodation and recreation options for out-of-town guests, many within five minutes of the estate.
DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Lakewold Gardens offers elopement packages!
Elopements start at $750 and include:
- 1.5-hour venue access (additional half hour may be added for $125)
- Choice of ceremony location in one of the garden rooms, the Tea House gazebo, or the Verandah on the Wagner House
- Up to 10 attendees (wedding couple, seven attendees, and officiant)
- Referral for local officiant
This package is available Wednesday–Sunday, year round. Please contact the venue for more details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $2,950/event and up
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Event duration
- Package chosen
The Intimate Elegance package starts at $2,950 for 30 guests and includes:
- 4.5-hour access to the venue (additional hour may be added for $250)
- Partial use of the Wagner House and Gardens
- Dressing suites
- Tables & chairs
This package is available year round on Fridays & Sundays.
The Timeless Romance: The Classic package starts at $7,900 for 150 guests and includes everything in the Intimate Elegance package PLUS:
- 10-hour exclusive use of the Wagner House and Gardens
- One-hour pre-wedding day photo shoot
- One-hour rehearsal prior to your event
This package is available Saturdays & Sundays, April–October.
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 70 | 100 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 70 | 100 |
| Reception | Seated | 70 | 100 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 100. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
Catering must be provided by one of Lakewold Gardens' exclusive catering partners.
Alcohol
Preferred List
Alcohol must be served by one of Lakewold Gardens' exclusive catering or bartending partners.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Garden
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Non-Profit
- Private Estate
- Unique
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Mansion
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Forest / Woods
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Garden
- Lake
- Landscaped Grounds
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