Apple Orchard Lodge — Vernon, NY
About this venue
The Apple Orchard Lodge in Vernon is built for couples who want to hand off the details and actually enjoy their wedding day. This is a true all-inclusive venue, and they mean it. Catering, cake, DJ, floral staff, day-of coordinator, linens, Chiavari chairs, photo booth, champagne toast, shuttle, and more are all part of the package. The rustic reception room and outdoor patio are surrounded by the venue’s signature apple orchard and manicured garden ceremony space, with both an outdoor cobblestone fireplace and a gorgeous outdoor patio with string lights overhead. There’s also a dedicated indoor ceremony backup space, which if you’ve lived through a CNY summer, you already know is not optional.
Why we love it
If you are someone who gets stressed thinking about vendor logistics, this venue was designed for you. The Say I Do Events coordination team is genuinely exceptional, and when a venue takes that level of ownership over the day’s flow, it makes a huge difference for everyone involved, including us. Smooth timelines mean we get every shot on our list.
The garden is stunning in the summer. Lush, manicured, and full of natural greenery that gives you portrait opportunities you don’t have to manufacture. It’s the kind of setting that makes simple photos look intentional and editorial.
And the outdoor fireplace in the cooler months? Such a great touch. Fall and winter couples especially will love the warmth and ambiance it brings to the outdoor patio space, and it makes for really cozy, atmospheric photos that you just can’t fake.
Strengths
Truly All-Inclusive
From florals to the DJ to the cake, almost everything is handled in-house, which means less coordination stress and a day that actually runs on time.
Exceptional Coordination Team
The Say I Do Events staff are known for keeping the day tight, organized, and low-stress for couples and vendors alike.
Year-Round Appeal
A blooming manicured garden in summer and a glowing outdoor fireplace in fall and winter means this venue photographs beautifully no matter when you get married.
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