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Lake Tahoe Weddings-Getting Married at South Lake Tahoe-Venues and Chapels

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Real Estate Agent with Pinnacle Real Estate Group of Lake Tahoe

There are plenty of places to celebrate your love on the lake, whether you'd prefer a traditional chapel or you'd rather be married on the crystal clear waters of beautiful Lake Tahoe itself. Imagine exchanging rings as the cornflower blue waters lap at your feet, breathing in the healthy pine-filled air, and cutting the cake as the brilliant sunset colors transform the sky. Whatever your choice of venue, in Lake Tahoe, it's sure to be the most magical day of your life.

Chapel of the Bells
This chapel has been voted Best Wedding Chapel 4 times by readers of the Tahoe Daily Tribune, and is Tahoe's most affordable chapel. Chapel of the Bells offers a few different venues - the chapel itself, which seats up to 35 people and has a charming new outdoor reception area seating up to 50; the gorgeous garden gazebo with standing room for up to 45 people; a California or Nevada Beach wedding for up to 20 at Reagan Beach, Emerald Bay, Zephyr Cove, or Vista Point at Logan Shoals; and they also do private ceremonies. Photography packages are available, as is having your ceremony recorded on DVD, or even shown live via webcam to friends or family members who couldn't make it. Chapel of the Bells also does vow renewal and commitment ceremonies at any of their venues, and walk ins are welcome. Their ministers are all non-denominational Christians. Winter weddings are also available at any venue excluding Emerald Bay, and Chapel of the Bells is Lake Tahoe's only late night wedding chapel. Contact by phone at (800) 247-4333, by email at tahoechapelofthebells@hotmail.com, or visit their website - Chapel of the Bells. The chapel is located at 2700 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel
Tahoe Mountain accommodates small or large groups comfortably, and caters to last minute weddings and walk ins as well, from casual to elegant. Speaking of catering, catering for receptions and wedding planning services are available. This is a quaint, intimate chapel close to the casino strip. If you're looking for an outdoor reception, they can make it happen for you at any time, anywhere in Tahoe. Make your experience unique with a theme. Some of the wackier themes have included Hippie Wedding, Midnight Wedding, Goth Wedding, Animal Lover Wedding, Surfer Wedding and even a Halloween Wedding. You can have your ceremony webcasted, so any unavailable guests from anywhere on the planet can experience it, too. The Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel is all about what you want, and pretty much whatever you want to do can be done. Extras include hot air balloon rides, butterfly or dove release, private two-hour boat charter, snowmobiles, horse carriage rides, sleigh rides, two-hour limousine rides, and dinner dance cruises. They can provide flowers and photography, as well as coordination services, hair and beauty, and lodging. Call (877) 277-4480, visit the chapel at 2634 Lake Tahoe Blvd., send inquiries to infor@tahoeweddingchapel.com or go to their website - Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel - to get started.

The Wedding Chapel at Harvey's
If you're looking for a chapel, this is an absolutely stunning indoor place to have your ceremony, in the beautiful chapel room inside Harvey's, with huge 18-foot high windows looking out over treetops to the lake and mountain peaks. The Wedding Chapel offers everything you need to plan your special day, including flowers arranged professionally by Harveys Flower Shoppe, photography and videography, catering, live or deejayed music for the ceremony and reception, and delicious wedding cakes. The facilities include an extravagant Bride's room, and chapels can seat up to 1,000 guests. Rehearsals are available upon request. Every detail is attended to by experts, whether it's just the two of you or many more. Honeymoon packages are also a specialty. Consultations are complimentary. Call (800) 553-1022 ext. 3 for reservations, consultations, and more information. Nevada contact is (775) 588-2411. You can fill out the Online Inquiry Form, email them at info@harveystahoeweddings.com, or visit the website - Harvey's Tahoe Weddings.

Chapel of the Pines
True to its nickname, the "Chapel Without Walls" will go with you to any location for your wedding, vow renewal, or commitment ceremony. They cater to every budget and strive to bring you a unique and professionally done wedding. Packages include your choice of location, ceremony, customized to your specifications, and minister, an unlimited number of digital photos by an Image Angels professional photographer, and a digital image catalouge. Some of the most popular locations include Zephyr Cove, Emerald Bay, Logan Shoals Vista Point, Glen Alpine Falls, and Edgewood Tahoe, but this doesn't even begin to cover all of the possibilities. Wedding and reception music is available, from CDs to a full seventeen piece big band. To contact, call (800) 426-2858 or (775) 588-2821. You can also email using this form, write to P.O. Box 1519, Zephyr Cove, Nevada 89448, or visit the website - Chapel of the Pines.

Lake of the Sky Weddings
Lake of the Sky Weddings lets you choose from such breathtaking locations as Emerald Bay, Reagan Beach, Logan Shoals Vista Point, Timber Cove, Heavenly Valley, Zephyr Cove, or special 'adventure' weddings. At Lake of the Sky, they promise they aren't a wedding 'factory' and will work hard to make your day as unique and special as you are. For an elegant, relaxing, and completely stress-free wedding, they will take care of every detail. It all begins as a luxury white limousine picks you and your guests up to drive to the ceremony. Enjoy the complimentary champagne, and while driving back, preview your photos on the color television set. Flowers will be provided - a hand-tied bouquet for the bride, a ribboned long-stem rose for the Maid of Honor, and boutonniéres for the Groom and the Best Man. In addition, Lake of the Sky will take care of finding a minister, cake, or champagne upon request. They also specialize in astoundingly pretty winter weddings. Contact them by calling (800) 544-6193, emailing reverend@lakeoftheskyweddings.com, filling out this inquiry form, or visiting their website, Lake of the Sky Weddings.

Tahoe Bleu Wave Cruises
Aboard a gorgeous privated chartered cruise is an unimaginably romantic way to do your wedding ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, or post wedding breakfast brunch. You can pick as many different options as you want for your event, from the most scenic water spots in Lake Tahoe; Emerald Bay, Rubicon Point, Edgewood Golf Course, Glenbrook Bay, Cave Rock, Incline, Whittell Castle, West Shore, or the placid waters of the middle of the lake. You can have as many as 49 guests, and be sure they'll be comfortable on this 70 foot long 1966 Million Dollar Classic Yacht with a full bar, 2 staterooms, galley, party bow, sun deck, surround sound stereo system, restrooms, and climate controlled indoor heating. Bleu Wave can accomodate all of your wedding needs and offers full catering, wedding planning, photography, videography, flower arrangements, cake options, or any other imaginable need. For further information, call (866) 413-0985 or (775) 588-9283, email info@tahoebleuwave.com, or go to the website - Tahoe Bleu Wave.

Lakefront Wedding Chapel
Being the only wedding chapel in Tahoe that sits on the water's edge, Lakefront has several different chapels to choose from and promises gorgeous lake views no matter which one you choose. They also have a garden terrace chapel. Wedding packages are offered at excellent prices and ensure that everything's taken care of. Packages include ministers, wedding coordinators, cake, ceremony music, and professional photography and videography so you won't have to stress about anything. Lakefront Wedding Chapel has a few different reception rooms that can accomodate up to 120 guests. Upon request, the friendly staff can attend to catering, provide a bartender or DJ, help with booking a limo, carriage, dinner reservations, formalwear, or hair and makeup. To contact Lakefront, call (800) WED-TAHOE, or (530)544-6119. You can also fill out this inquiry form, or visit their website - Lakefront Wedding Chapel.

4 Seasons Wedding Chapel
4 Seasons located inside the Rodeway Inn can do just about any kind of wedding, whether it's traditional or non-traditional, casual or elegant. There's a package to fit every budget. You can pick an indoor chapel wedding, a beach wedding outdoors, or even a ceremony on the top of Heavenly (Bride and Groom ride the gondola for free). Packages offer music, marriage certificates, champagne, digital pictures, and hand-tied rose bouquets and boutonneires. They also offer ministers, and packages including sight seeing cruises aboard the M.S. Dixie Padlewheeler, 2 lift tickets to any ski resort, and a fabulous honeymoon suite with a fireplace and jacuzzi. Marriage licenses can be issued on the premises. For information or questions, call (866) 958-6723, email them at lodgingsweddings@infotahoe.com, or visit the website - 4 Seasons Wedding Chapel.

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course Weddings
A favored location for elegant Lake Tahoe weddings, Edgewood Golf Course has ceremonies and receptions amid breathtaking lakeside scenery. Edgewood Tahoe's tranquil deck facing out onto the lake is a stunning place to exchange vows. As for the reception, there are two venue options with views of the lake and grounds - the North Room, which accomodates up to 250 people, and the South Room, with an occupancy of up to 100. Customizable catering and full bar facilities are also offered through Edgewood Restaurant, an excellent fine dining option. They can do rehearsals as well. The staff is guaranteed to be efficient and extremely professional so you can relax and enjoy your special day. For further information, you can fill out an inquiry form or go to their website - Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.

Forest Suites Wedding Chapel
Forest Suites features an absolutely beautiful chapel steeped in romance and combined with all the charm of Tahoe - a dramatic dome ceiling, river rock fireplace, and astonishing mountain views. Accomodations are available for just the two of you or up to fifty members of your friends and family. Forest Suites can help you plan every detail, or just assist with the last minute requests if you need it. No matter what, they're sure to make your wedding memorable and stress-free, offering a variety of packages including ministers, hand-tied bridal bouquets and groom's boutonnieres, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and dinner options, cake, champagne, lodging accomodations and honeymoon packages upon request. To contact, call (800) 822-5950 or (530) 541-6655, or go to the website - Forest Suites Resort Weddings.

The Party Boat
Lake Tahoe's most famous party boat is a comfortable 52 foot Harbor Master with room for up to 49 guests. It's a great wedding venue - picture the ceremony against the backdrop of the changing scenery of Lake Tahoe's pristine waters, on board a boat with spacious indoor and outdoor decks, a fly bridge, 2 bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. The Party Boat's motto is that "your honeymoon begins even before your vows", and they show you how true that is by carefully attending to every detail. Available services include professional wedding photography, full catering, creative floral arrangements, event planning and coordinating, DJs, string musicians, guitarist, limousine arrangements, and custom wedding cakes. The captain can act as your minister with the special Captain's Ceremony, or you can choose a private personalized ministry. For more information on The Party Boat, call (888) 542-2111 or (530) 542-2111 or email info@tahoesports.com. You can also visit The Party Boat website.

Honesco Weddings
While you promise to have and to hold, Honesco Weddings promises to make your wedding day as memorable as it can be, and that all you need are the rings and the dress, and they'll take care of the rest. They can arrange details big and small - the location, photographer, cake, flowers, formal wear, catering, reception sites, and minister. Even the most affordable wedding packages will look like a million bucks, and Honesco can also cater to larger weddings, providing wedding coordination, videography, horse and carriage, a honeymoon suite or honeymoon cabin, and limousine. They have developed lasting friendships with local businesses, and therefore can provide you with fantastic service and value. Call (888) 246-6372, email info@honescoweddings.com, or visit their website - Honesco Weddings - for a consultation or information.

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