Stunning waterfront views and lush landscapes create the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding day.
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															say 'i do' at elmhirst's
Weddings
Elmhirst’s Resort offers a unique and picturesque setting for weddings, with a variety of stunning venues to suit every couple’s vision. Elmhirst’s provides both indoor and outdoor options for your big day. Our dedicated team of event planners is here to help bring your wedding dreams to life, offering customized packages that include everything from catering with fresh, local ingredients to charming accommodations for you and your guests. With ample space for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, Elmhirst’s Resort ensures that every moment of your wedding day is filled with joy.
					 Resort Features 
							
			
			
		
						
				All Season Waterfront Setting on Rice Lake in the Kawarthas.
- Multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony locations
- Private reception rooms
- On site spa
- On site dining room and catering
- Convenient location – only 90 minutes from Toronto
- Cottage Resort facility with 30 guest cottages (Fall to Spring)
Signature Elmhirst’s Enhancements
- In-house wedding coordinator
- Float plane for dramatic ceremony arrival and departure
- Horse drawn carriage or sleigh ride
- Wine cellar tastings
- Pontoon boat excursions
- Always Free activities and amenities
- Nearby golf and world-class fishing
					 Resort Features 
							
			
			
		
						
				All Season Waterfront Setting on Rice Lake in the Kawarthas.
- Multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony locations
- Private reception rooms
- On site spa
- On site dining room and catering
- Convenient location – only 90 minutes from Toronto
- Cottage Resort facility with 30 guest cottages (Fall to Spring)
Signature Elmhirst’s Enhancements
- In-house wedding coordinator
- Float plane for dramatic ceremony arrival and departure
- Horse drawn carriage or sleigh ride
- Wine cellar tastings
- Pontoon boat excursions
- Always Free activities and amenities
- Nearby golf and world-class fishing
 
															 
															 
															Celebrate with Us
Beyond the Big Day
Your wedding isn’t just a day—it’s an experience. At Elmhirst’s Resort, we offer a variety of ways to celebrate with your bridal party, family, and friends before and after the big event. From relaxing spa days to intimate rehearsal dinners, these special moments help you make the most of your wedding celebration.
					 Celebrations 
							
			
			
		
						
				- Bridal Party Spa Retreat
- Rehearsal Dinners 
- Welcome Gatherings 
- Farewell Brunch 
- Bachelorette & Bachelor Getaways 
					 Celebrations 
							
			
			
		
						
				- Bridal Party Spa Retreat
- Rehearsal Dinners 
- Welcome Gatherings 
- Farewell Brunch 
- Bachelorette & Bachelor Getaways 
wedding packages
The Effortless Package
What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Private Space for Receptions & Dinner
- Chef’s Favourite Barbecue Style Dishes Made In House and Served Family Style
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc.
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															wedding packages
The Classic Package
What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Classic Three-Course Plated Dinner
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															wedding packages
The Elegant Package
What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Four-Course Plated Service
- Sparkling Toast for every guest poured upon seating
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc.
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															wedding packages
The Micro Wedding
What Your Day Includes:
- Accommodations for the Wedding Couple (1 cottage for a 2 night stay in a lakefront self-contained cottage with private deck and full kitchen, based on availability)
- Breakfast for the Wedding Couple Both Mornings
- Private Ceremony Space on the Outdoor Boardwalk under the Pergola and Overlooking Rice Lake
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Three Course Plated Dinner (reserved semi private area in our dining room overlooking Rice Lake)
- Event Room Set Up Including Tables, Chairs and Linens
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
 
															wedding packages
The Elopement
What Your Day Includes:
- Accommodations for the Wedding Couple (1 cottage for a 2-night stay in a lakefront self-contained cottage with a private deck and full kitchen, based on availability – not available July and August)
- Welcome Bottle of Sparkling Wine
- Breakfast for the Wedding Couple Both Mornings
- Private Ceremony Space on the Outdoor Boardwalk under the Pergola and Overlooking Rice Lake
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Three Course Plated Dinner for Two (reserved table in our dining room overlooking Rice Lake)
 
															lakefront venue
Elmhirst’s waterfront wedding venue offers a breathtaking backdrop for your special day, with panoramic views of Rice Lake, natural beauty in every season, and a serene, private setting perfect for saying “I do.”
 
															All seasons
Elmhirst’s Resort is a stunning all-season wedding destination, offering vibrant lakeside ceremonies in summer, cozy celebrations in winter, and the breathtaking beauty of nature year-round.
 
															seamless setup
Elmhirst’s Resort takes care of every detail for your special day, from outdoor ceremony seating with scenic waterfront views to a beautifully set reception venue, ensuring a seamless and stress-free wedding experience.
 
															Onsite Coordinator
Elmhirst’s Resort offers the support of an onsite wedding coordinator, ensuring every detail of your special day is seamlessly planned and executed, so you can relax and enjoy the celebration.
 
															Custom menus
At Elmhirst’s Resort, our custom wedding menus are designed to reflect your taste and vision, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted dishes for a truly memorable dining experience.
 
															Wedding Packages
					 The Effortless Package 
							
			
			
		
						
				What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Private Space for Receptions & Dinner
- Chef’s Favourite Barbecue Style Dishes Made In House and Served Family Style
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc.
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															
					 The classic Package 
							
			
			
		
						
				What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Classic Three-Course Plated Dinner
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															
					 The Elegant Package 
							
			
			
		
						
				What Your Day Includes:
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Four-Course Plated Service
- Sparkling Toast for every guest poured upon seating
- All items necessary for service, linens, glassware, cutlery etc
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
- Accommodations
 
															
					 the Micro Wedding 
							
			
			
		
						
				What Your Day Includes:
- Accommodations for the Wedding Couple (1 cottage for a 2 night stay in a lakefront self-contained cottage with private deck and full kitchen, based on availability)
- Breakfast for the Wedding Couple Both Mornings
- Private Ceremony Space on the Outdoor Boardwalk under the Pergola and Overlooking Rice Lake
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Three Course Plated Dinner (reserved semi private area in our dining room overlooking Rice Lake)
- Event Room Set Up Including Tables, Chairs and Linens
Planning Details:
- Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour
- Cash, Host, or Hybrid Bar
- Horse and carriage ride during cocktail hour ($625 + tax and gratuity)
- Float Plane arrival or departure for ceremony ($250 + tax and gratuity)
- Late night snacks
- Fireworks to end your spectacular night ($800)
 
															
					 The Elopement 
							
			
			
		
						
				What Your Day Includes:
- Accommodations for the Wedding Couple (1 cottage for a 2-night stay in a lakefront self-contained cottage with a private deck and full kitchen, based on availability – not available July and August)
- Welcome Bottle of Sparkling Wine
- Breakfast for the Wedding Couple Both Mornings
- Private Ceremony Space on the Outdoor Boardwalk under the Pergola and Overlooking Rice Lake
- Onsite Event Coordinator (day of)
- Formal Three Course Plated Dinner for Two (reserved table in our dining room overlooking Rice Lake)
 
															 
				 
															 
															