Sugar Bowl Resort

Updated January 26, 2024

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About This Vendor

Elevated Summer Camp...luxury meets laid back!

Nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains near Lake Tahoe, Sugar Bowl's historic venues serves up a unique setting where the resort can be yours for an unforgettable private wedding. Our weddings are designed as a weekend retreat where guests begin to check in on Friday then depart on Sunday, with wedding being on a Saturday. An elevated Summer Camp, if you will! Sugar Bowl is an exclusive ski resort in the summer time. It’s yours and yours alone. When you book Sugar Bowl Resort, you are booking the entire venue PRIVATE from Friday – Sunday. This means no one is allowed on site except for guests of the wedding, any staff, and homeowners. We provide a luxury atmosphere with a laid back feel.

Amenities & Details

Ceremony Area, Dressing Room, Indoor Event Space, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet

Guest Capacity

Up to 300

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Food & Catering, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff

Settings

Historic Venue, Hotel, Mountain, Park, Trees

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Pricing for Sugar Bowl Resort

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Sugar Bowl Resort Reviews

Kellen McColl (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
Lisa and her team helped us create our absolute dream wedding. It created such a great atmosphere to have everyone on site for the whole weekend. Food was not a hight priority on our list when choosing venues, but the Sugar Bowl catering exceeded all expectations. Lisa worked with us to understand what options were available to us for each event of the weekend, so we were able to create the exact event that worked for us and our guests. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 11-01-2023

Annah Kaelber (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2022
Our wedding at Sugar Bowl was everything we could’ve ever dreamed of. There was not one moment that we were stressed with the planning process because everyone on the Sugar Bowl team was readily available to answer questions and make our vision come true. The venue is pretty much all inclusive, so the only other vendors we needed were florists, DJ, and photographer which really helped alleviate the stress leading up to the wedding. Lisa, the Weddings and Special Events Manager was fantastic. She answered every phone call, text, email in timely manner and was very communicative throughout the months leading up to the wedding. The day of the wedding, she made the entire night run so smoothly. We honestly would not ask for a better evening. The food and beverage staff were phenomenal. All of our guests were so impressed with the food and the drinks. The bartender Bob also made it very special for our guests. He created delicious and unique drinks that all of the guests really enjoyed. Overall our wedding at Sugar Bowl was so unique, fun, and everything we ever envisioned on our wedding day. Everyone always says “something will go wrong on your wedding” and I can easily say absolutely nothing went wrong thanks to SB staff and especially thanks to Lisa! I highly recommend working with this team to make all of your wedding dreams come true! Ceremony venue: Lake MaryReception venue: Village Lodge
Reviewed on 26-07-2022

Eddie Lincoln (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
We had an amazing wedding at Sugar Bowl and we're so thankful to the entire Sugar Bowl team! The location is stunning and even better than the pictures show. We had to switch up our schedule on the fly because of weather and the guest raved about how seamless it was all handled by the Sugar Bowl team. We waited out the rain indoors, they served out guests drinks and appetizers early, then once the weather subsided, they hustled to get everything ready and we were still able to have the outdoor wedding of our dreams. The event felt very personal and unique. All our guests loved staying at the lodge and accommodations were better than we expected.Lisa, Sarah and the Sugar Bowl staff were wonderful to work with. Bob kept the party going at the bar and Mary was attentive to anything our guests needed. The house keeping staff were speedy and reliable. Jose made sure everything we needed was provided. The entire Sugar Bowl team went above and beyond to make our day special.
Reviewed on 16-07-2022

Christel Kamerow (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2022
We found Sugar Bowl through a wedding video on YouTube. We knew we wanted a destination wedding close to Tahoe and we were already in the area when we called Lisa (the Weddings and Special Events Manager) the day before to book a site visit and she was very accommodating. We toured the premises and loved Lake Mary, the Lodge and the unique aspect of the chair lift. Our favorite part about the venue though was how the Lodge would be all ours for the entire weekend and it would be a private space for our guests.We booked the venue in July 2020 and because of Covid-19, we had to postpone the wedding from 2021 to 2022. Lisa and her team were so flexible and accommodating with our request. We did a site visit and taste testing on April 2022 and that was when we discovered how amazing the staff there was. The chef (Chef Mark) met with us as well as the property manager (Justin). Apart from the staff being so wonderful, the food was exquisite and the wine was impressive (imported from France, Spain, and Germany). The wedding weekend came and again, the Sugar Bowl staff went above and beyond their duties. We had planned to do the chair lift experience for Cocktail Hour and their staff had worked for a week and a half to try to clear the snow from the venue up the hill. They had fresh paint in the Belt Room Bar where we were going to have a welcome party. Jose Yi, the Hotel and Property Rentals Manager, worked hard to ensure that all the guests were booked in the rooms I assigned them to and allowed me to leave gifts in each of their rooms. Ean, the overnight hotel concierge helped us put up decor late at night, and Giselle, the housekeeper, did an amazing job cleaning all the rooms for us all weekend. The waiters and waitresses (Tony, Mary, etc) took care of us during breakfast and dinners, making sure we had everything we needed, and the bartenders made the experience at the bar so fun. Every single one of the staff members made such an impact on each of our guests. We also realized on Friday that it was going to rain during our wedding events (Saturday and Sunday) and we had planned all of them to be outdoors. However, Lisa and Sarah (wedding coordinator) sat down with me and came up with a Plan B for having the wedding ceremony and reception indoors. The staff once again worked hard to clean and set up Judah Lodge for the Ceremony and prepare the Sugar Bowl Lodge to house the Cocktail Hour and Reception. We had guests saying it was the best wedding they've ever been to and they had the time of their lives.We are so grateful to the Sugar Bowl Staff for all you've done to accommodate our needs and for having such a magical venue for couples to celebrate such a memorable occasion. Thank you for an unforgettable weekend!
Reviewed on 14-06-2022

Karla Schulze (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-09-2021
We got married at Lake Mary, one of Sugar Bowls' venues. Lisa was amazing to work with and understood our vision immediately. The venue was breathtaking and the food was amazing. Lisa was able to create a fully vegan menu for our wedding, which other venues were unable to accommodate. We really found the perfect venue with Lake Mary and the staff made it stress-free! We would highly recommend Lake Mary to any couple wanting to get married in the area!
Reviewed on 25-10-2021

Kelsey Sellars (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
In love with this venue. It was so quaint and idyllic - the perfect forest retreat for an absolutely amazing wedding. The staff is so kind and attentive, and the grounds are breathtaking. Jose and Lisa will be there for you every step of the way. Not to mention you are able to rent the entire place out for your party exclusively. There is even a nearby lake to host a pre-wedding welcome party! If I could do it all over again, I would choose this venue every single time.
Reviewed on 02-09-2021

Elizabeth Pringle (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-08-2019
We are so happy that we picked Sugar Bowl as our venue! The staff and the food at this venue are phenomenal! And the lodge has such a chill, family vibe. We got married at the Village Lodge and had our rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary. Both were beautiful. The day at the lake on Friday before the rehearsal dinner was a great way to greet all of our friends and family, was a lot of fun, and made wedding day a lot less stressful. Tammy helped us out with our food tasting and was there on wedding day and is a treasure. Lisa is the new coordinator there and did a terrific job keeping us organized. We recommend using the Disney lift if you can--such a treat to go up there to signature cocktails, friends, family, and music with a view. We also had a kid-friendly wedding (we had ~25 kids there!) and the lawn games were clutch. Beautiful day, fantastic venue, can't recommend the whole experience highly enough.
Reviewed on 05-10-2019

sarah jordan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-07-2019
If I could give this venue 10 stars I would. Every single thing about this day was so special and perfect thanks to the amazing Sugar Bowl staff. We had an unforeseen wedding venue change at the last minute, and the staff and the new wedding coordinator Lisa could not have been more accommodating. I will start first with the food, my husband and I had lower expectations for the food (this is a ski resort after all), but during our tasting the food blew us away! The food and beverage manager Tammy even did a complimentary wine paring with the wines we would be serving at our wedding (which were great)! After the wedding our friends are still talking about how good the food was!The venue: We ended up getting married at the Sugar Bowl lodge and WOW. The venue is spectacular. We got married on the lawn with a river running in the background (very romantic). The cocktail hour was in the bar/on the deck and we had lawn games set out which everyone loved. We then had the dinner and dancing on the deck overlooking the mountain. The staff was incredible about putting out umbrellas and parcels to block the sun during the dinner, then taking everything down and replacing the umbrellas with heat lamps after the sun went down. Lisa is the new coordinator this year and did a fantastic job. We were so impressed with how she handled everything from start to finish, from helping us pick out our signature cocktail, to making sure the lawn and flowers were perfect. We also had Sugar Bowl set out our flower arrangements and they did a great job putting everything out perfectly. A big thank you to Lisa, Tammy, Sam and all of the other amazing people at Sugar Bowl who helped make our day special.
Reviewed on 13-08-2019

Meghan Swanson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-08-2018
Our experience at Sugar Bowl (Lake Mary) was phenomenal! The wedding coordinators and staff were flexible and easy to work with. The food was unbelievable, our guests were blown away, and most went back for seconds. Sugar Bowl created the ideal wedding experience. When reminiscing about it after my husband said: \"It was so much fun I want to do it all over again!\"
Reviewed on 04-10-2018

Ashley Clark (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-08-2018
Sugar Bowl was just the perfect place for my now husband and I. Overall, the scenery was stunning, the staff helpful, the food delicious, and the weekend unforgettable.We made a long weekend out of it. On Thursday we had an outdoor movie night, and Sugar Bowl provided the guests with popcorn and soda. They even had blankets when it got cold! On Friday a bear stumbled across the property, and all of our out-of-state guests at the Lodge LOVED it (how did you do it Allison?!?) The same day we had the rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, which was so lovely as we got to spend the day down at the lake. Everyone in the wedding was invited to the Lake (not the rehearsal), and Sugar Bowl provided us with stand up paddle boards and a canoe! People LOVED that. We brought some food and people wandered in an out over the course of the day. I HIGHLY recommend this option.Saturday was perfect in so many ways. We did the Disney chairlift, which you should 100% do if it is within your budget. My nephew and his wife couldn't take their infant on the lift, so Allison arranged for them to be driven up in a truck! The food was just AMAZING (we had lamb due to my family's kiwi heritage). The kids could run around on the lawn during the speeches, which they loved. Finally, the staff went the extra mile. One staff member insisted I get to try all the food up at the cocktail hour. Another staff member found my friend's lost jewelry after the event and mailed it back to her free of charge. Everybody was smiling and helpful and just the best. Thanks so much Allison and Hillary!
Reviewed on 14-09-2018

Keeley Greenfield (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2018
If I got to go back and do it over, I would choose Sugar Bowl every time. I cannot say how amazing our wedding was. We loved how everything, from rehearsal dinner (Lake Mary) to ceremony (Village Lodge), was so centralized. We loved having the lodge for our family and friends, which gave us a whole weekend to spend time with people who had come from far away - this perk cannot be overemphasized. Our pup was accommodated - the breakfast staff even brought him out a bowl of water in the mornings. Allison made wedding planning completely stress-free. She had 110% handle on the weekend's events, including anticipating my needs, such as rehearsal dinner centerpieces (which I had not planned). The hotel staff was so friendly, not to mention the wait staff at the ceremony, who made sure I got first pick at all the appetizer trays (yes, I was the stereotypical bride who had not eaten all day). People raved about the food, both at the rehearsal dinner and ceremony.We got nothing but positive feedback from our guests, including many saying it was the best wedding they'd ever been to (we agreed, but we're biased!) Sugar Bowl is so beautiful and so unique. There are a lot of mountain venues in the area but the Sugar Bowl experience is unmatched. I
Reviewed on 13-09-2018

Emma Samuels (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-07-2018
Our wedding at Sugar Bowl was absolutely beautiful. Everything was gorgeous, from the food to the merriment. Sugar Bowl staff (and in particular, wedding coordinator Allison) completely exceeded our expectations. We asked for some outside-of-the-box requests, and they were happily met. Allison was always available to answer our nitpicky questions. Wedding planning is intense, but this team made it doable. Our guests had shout-outs to the kindness of the bartenders and the staff. Our day ran swimmingly, thanks to these professionals. We love these folks. Get married at Sugar Bowl: you won't regret it.
Reviewed on 06-09-2018

Ellen Araujo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2018
We picked Sugar Bowl for our wedding after visiting several other sites in North Lake Tahoe. We settled on Sugar Bowl, because of the great reviews on the Knot, the overall price, the ability for many people to stay in the Lodge, and the fact that they only have one wedding per weekend at the lodge. Many other locations had weddings back to back Fri - Sun. Leading up to the wedding Allison (the venue event coordinator) was good about letting us know what she needed from us and finding ways to help us get all of the detailed pieces from vendors. She handled all our rentals and worked closely with our wedding planner. We had a great experience with our food/beverage tasting and each time we came to visit the site. Our wedding weekend went very smoothly. Allison and her staff were all very friendly, helpful, and eager to assist with anything my husband or I asked for. Our guests were raving about the venue, the food (we did tri-tip, salmon, veggie skewers, garlic mashed potatoes, strawberry salad), the wine, and the flow of the day. Many people said this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. We are very pleased with our overall experience with Sugar Bowl and would HIGHLY recommend this for future couples looking for a beautiful, private, outdoor wedding.
Reviewed on 12-08-2018

Peter Spence (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2018
What an OUTSTANDING WEDDING!! Everything, the facilities, the super people making things happen, the food was great 👍, the management was on top of everything making sure everyone was enjoying themselves and the wedding was meeting every expectation of the Bride and Groom.
Reviewed on 31-10-2017

Matt Hayden (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-09-2017
We can’t say enough fantastic things about how awesome our wedding was at Sugar Bowl (Lake Mary)!! The venue is so beautiful and Britney and Allison did an amazing job coordinating our large guest list and every detail was perfect! Food and staff were perfection! Seriously a dream come true!!
Reviewed on 31-10-2017

amanda spence (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2018
My wedding at Sugarbowl was perfect. Absolutely PERFECT!! Maybe all brides feel that way, but it really was the best day of my life.The food was excellent. The staff was so wonderful (so many guests made a point to let me know how great they thought the staff was). The chairlift was a HUGE hit! And Smores at a wedding?! Oh yeah! Our after party at the firepit was so fun!!!I strongly recommend utilizing the full resort for your wedding weekend (lake Mary rehearsal and Sugarbowl lodge for wedding day). This will allow for 100% of the hotel rooms at the lodge. Guests really liked this, not only because it was super convenient, but also because everyone felt like family (again multiple guests saying this to me). It was nice knowing that everyone in the hotel was there for us. There were no \"strangers\".Thank you Sugarbowl! I wish I could do it all again!!!
Reviewed on 31-10-2017

Jessica Rice (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-09-2017
We got married at the Lake Mary venue and it was amazing. A month and a half later and people are still commenting on the wonderful food, service, and overall venue. Everything went better than I coils have expected and would recommend anyone looking for a great venue in a beautiful location.
Reviewed on 31-10-2017

Margaux Garcia (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-09-2017
I will forever be thankful that we chose Sugar Bowl as the venue for our wedding. The staff was incredibly helpful, the location was beautiful, the food was delicious... what more could you ask for? We planned the wedding from across the country and they helped bring all of our ideas to life. Our wedding was in September and we're still hearing rave reviews from our friends and family. I'm so glad we put our trust into Sugar Bowl for our big day, and I can not recommend them highly enough.
Reviewed on 31-10-2017

Kayla Carlisle (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-05-2018
I can not say enough about the staff at Sugar Bowl Resort. The team here is welcoming, fun, happy and totally professional. From the moment we arrived each and every person that worked there made us feel completely at home and taken care of. Choosing Sugar Bowl Resort as our venue was the best decision we could have made. It was truly a dream come true.
Reviewed on 27-10-2017

Sally Ward (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-12-2018
We had the most wonderful wedding for our son and his wife at Sugar Bowl in early August. It's a perfect choice for destination wedding in a spectacular mountain setting. There are so many fun activities right there from hiking the mountain to swimming in Lake Mary to singing around a bonfire. Barbecues, fiestas, wedding dinners, music, dancing, etc. were all so skillfully arranged by the fantastic wedding staff headed by Allison Keasal. We came to be very connected with and fond of everyone at Sugar Bowl during the course of planning our wedding---they were so flexible, creative and responsive. Our guests rave about their their experience and we have nothing but great memories!
Reviewed on 18-10-2017

Alyson McCormick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-08-2017
Having skied at Sugar Bowl for several years, the resort held a special place in our hearts, and now that we were married there, it is even more special to my husband and me. Allison was fun to work with, attentive to our many silly questions, and very good at her job. The rest of the Sugar Bowl staff was equally helpful and friendly. Because Sugar Bowl employees do the set up, break down, and everything in between, we were able to have fun with our guests and each other instead of stressing about centerpieces. My husband and I have heard from many of our guests that ours was the most fun and beautiful wedding they have attended. The cocktail hour at the top of Mt. Disney is absolutely worth doing. We had been up there many times in winter, but the wildflowers were going OFF during our late-August wedding, and I'm so excited to see our photographs from up there. Our guests loved the chair lift, as well. We loved not having to find a caterer (Sugar Bowl does catering in-house), and the food was amazing, too! Having many of our guests stay at the Village Lodge with us turned our big day into a fun weekend getaway and gave us more time with our many out-of-town friends and family. The Village Lodge basement area also worked perfectly for our after party (just add glowsticks and speakers). I cannot recommend Sugar Bowl highly enough.
Reviewed on 20-09-2017

Corrinne Rotter (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-07-2017
We got married at Sugar Bowl in July 2017 and it was the most magical and phenomenal place to have a wedding ever! Between the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain scenery and the rustic ski-lodge vibe, it was the perfect place for my husband and I to tie the knot. We did the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception at The Lodge which made accommodations simple and easy for our mostly out-of-town guests. We opted for the Disney Chair cocktail hour which was one of the most epic, beautiful experiences ever---I would highly recommend it if it is within your budget! Allison (the wedding coordinator) was professional, responsive, and very organized and everything went very smoothly all the way through the process. She handled all the details from keeping us within budget, to helping put all the décor in place, and to guiding us through the day timely and with very little stress. Most our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to—this venue will absolutely not disappoint! Thanks Sugar Bowl, Allison, Jose and all of the staff!
Reviewed on 24-08-2017

Michele Dierberger (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-06-2017
We were married at the Lake Mary venue on June 24th and had the wedding of our dreams! Britney, Allison, and the rest of the staff were amazing. They were able to clear the remaining snow from the site just in time and ensured that everything went smoothly. We reserved the site earlier in the day to allow us to spend more quality time with friends and family. Everyone had a blast playing with all the water toys on the lake and getting to know each other before the ceremony. I had reviewed how I wanted the tables set up, the arch and all the decor, with Britney. She executed everything perfectly and the site looked even more beautiful than I had imagined. The staff even found our rings in the lawn , which had fallen off our dog, Zoe's, ring bearer pillow as she was walking down the aisle! Lake Mary Cabin is the most gorgeous, intimate venue in the whole area. The food was exceptional, the staff was professional and accommodating and the price is actually more affordable than anything else around! We are grateful to the Sugar Bowl/Lake Mary crew for their contribution to an unforgettable wedding!
Reviewed on 29-06-2017

Juliana Porfido (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-06-2017
First wedding of the season at Sugar Bowl! Where do I even begin...We reserved Sugar Bowl for our June 2017 wedding in February 2016. We didn't start working closely with Meghon (the previous Wedding/Events Manager) until our tasting appointment in February 2017. At the appointment she told us she was leaving and they were close to hiring someone new - enter Allison. She is amazing! She helped me every step of the way. My husband and I met her for the first time a few weeks before our wedding to go over everything. Allison and her assistant Britney could not have done a better job. As you all know, we had a record snow year...so there was major concern we wouldn't be able to get married on the lawn. Allison and Britney came up with a Plan B (Judah Lodge) quickly and made arrangements to bring in the natural/organic look we would have at Village Lodge. LUCKILY, the snow melted enough and the grass dried out for us to have the ceremony at the Village. Allison and Britney set up all the decor exactly how I pictured...from what I remember seeing. It is a blur now. They were very accommodating. We had lawn games, a fire pit with s'mores, lounge furniture...a lot going on. We had around 140 guests. Everyone raved about the food - said it was the BEST wedding food they have eaten. The chairlift made for some awesome photos (we did not do the Disney cocktail hour) and we used the basement downstairs for the after party. We filled the Lodge as well, which was fun having all our family and friends around for the weekend. We also planned a full weekend. Golf or hike on Friday morning, everyone was invited to rehearsal dinner. It created a great atmosphere come wedding day, where everyone had met and hung out already. Everything was perfect, from the weather to set up, to people having the best time. I wouldn't have gone anywhere else for our wedding. As my dad said, if he had 10 daughters (he has two ;)) he would have every wedding at Sugar Bowl!
Reviewed on 25-06-2017

Jennifer Labrocca (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
I cannot say enough good things about Sugar Bowl Resort. We got married October 1, 2016, and the weather was unusually chilly. The staff at Sugar Bowl clearly has seen it all, and their operation is seamless for all types of weather, which is of course something you cannot control. They made sure all of our guests were comfortable, made great recommendations, and accommodated our last minute requests of providing hot chocolate/coffee etc. during cocktail hour. We were able to still do the ceremony/cocktail outside on a beautiful, sunny crisp autumn day, and Sugar Bowl was able to move us inside for dinner and dancing. Even though it was chilly, we decided to do the Disney Chairlift for cocktail hour, and our guests definitely thought it was the highlight of the wedding. The Sugar Bowl staff, especially Meghon and Amanda, were amazing. TRUST them. The recommendations for vendors they made were spot on. I felt like I could concentrate on getting married, and not wedding planning. And, so many guests came up to me after the wedding and told me how kind and accommodating all of the staff were. One staff member even drove one of our guests to the top of Disney after the chairlift had closed because the guest was unable to go up earlier due to childcare duties. Above and beyond is an understatement. The best part of Sugar Bowl, besides the staff, is having most of your guests in one place at a beautiful setting. If you want to not stress about wedding planning, Sugar Bowl is your place.
Reviewed on 12-11-2016

Leila Maloney (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-08-2016
Our advice to a couple deciding to book their wedding at Sugar Bowl Resort is: do it. We were married at Sugar Bowl Resort in August, and the entire weekend was so perfect. We will try to keep this brief, as we could sing Sugar Bowl's praises for days.From our first meeting with Meghon, we knew that there was no other place that could top Sugar Bowl Resort. Meghon helped us through literally EVERY part of the planning process. She was always responsive to all our questions and provided excellent advice. She made planning this extremely important day enjoyable and without stress!As half our guests were from the East Coast, we wanted to create an entire weekend instead of one day. We booked the entire Lodge for our guests, which meant assigning hotel rooms to our close friends and family. Jose, Sydney and Lisa put up with all our changes and weekly emails, and helped us with all the hotel details. They were always responsive, and extremely professional. The hotel staff took care of everything from check-in to check-out (literally everything). We choose to book Lake Mary for a lake day with our guests on Friday, as well as for our rehearsal dinner Friday night. The Sugar Bowl staff took care of every detail and the food and service was exceptional. The location was gorgeous for the rehearsal dinner, and after all our guests went back to the Beltroom Bar for cocktails and dessert. Shout out to all the great bartenders!!Sugar Bowl really took care of everything: planning and coordination, vendor recommendations, lodging, food, decorations, flowers, and set up and take down. Amanda and Meghon worked with all our vendors to make sure everything on the day went smoothly and on time. The entire weekend was so perfect, and that is due to the attentiveness, professionalism and exceptional customer service of the entire Sugar Bowl Staff. We heard from many guests on Sunday that it was the best wedding that they had ever been to, and we have to agree!! Thank you!
Reviewed on 10-09-2016

Michelle Graffis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2016
Sugar Bowl, and event coordinator Meghon Shrewsbury, were amazing to work with and the perfect place to have our wedding! We had a relatively short engagement period of 6 months, but Meghon helped me the whole time. She was able to make time for me, my now husband, or my family whenever we needed it. She met with us at the beginning, responded promptly to the multitude of emails I sent, and made the weekend itself amazing. The wedding planning packet was amazingly helpful, and full of useful information. All of our guests told us this was one of the best weddings they had been to. The best part for me was that we had the venue all weekend long. Guests started arriving on Friday, so I was able to spend so much time with every person. The day of the wedding was hectic, but I felt like I had already connected with each guest so I wasn't as stressed about it on that day. Having the whole site to ourselves made me feel so special, and our event seem so private. I would highly recommend this venue and staff as the perfect place to have your wedding! P.S. The Bridal Suite was amazing and beautiful, and they helped transition it from my getting ready space before the wedding, to a honeymoon suite after!
Reviewed on 27-06-2016

Christina (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-08-2015
Simply perfect.
Reviewed on 31-10-2015

Nikki Willson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-09-2015
Look, weddings are expensive. Don't spend your money anywhere other than Sugar Bowl. The experience we had was nothing short of perfect. My husband and I could have gotten married at the courthouse in our PJs and been happy, but we chose to make our wedding a gift to our guests - for loving us and supporting us. If you are looking for a beautiful, unique, and delicious venue, look no further than Sugar Bowl! The fact that guests can stay at the lodge and celebrate all the wedding festivities with you in one place is so convenient and fun! For smaller parties, Lake Mary on the Sugar Bowl property is beyond gorgeous (if you have a larger party, we highly recommend having your rehearsal dinner at the lake). We got married on the lawn at the Village Lodge, had our cocktail hour at the top of the Disney lift, and danced all night on the Village Lodge deck. The Disney lift is definitely an added cost, but it is money well spent. Your guests will love the uniqueness of it all! The Sugar Bowl staff (including the maintenance and housekeeping team) were awesome from the moment we met them. The kitchen not only accommodated and listened to all of our wishes, but made an amazing dinner with tons of options (at a decent price, too!). Meghon Shrewsbury is not only the sweetest wedding coordinator, she can also work with you to create the floral arrangements of your dreams. Several of our guests, ranging in age from 23 to 80 have told me that our wedding at Sugar Bowl was the best wedding they had ever been to. If we had to do it again (and believe me, we want to), we would choose Sugar Bowl 1,000 times over.
Reviewed on 30-10-2015

Anonymous (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating

Our daughter and son in-law love the mountains in addition to skiing/boarding in the Tahoe area. They wisely chose Sugar Bowl Ski Resort as their wedding venue and we are so grateful for the selection!\rTheir wedding weekend at Sugar Bowl was picture perfect and heartfelt! From the beginning of the weekend with the welcoming of guests to the Lodge by the warm and efficient staff to the last breakfast, on Sunday and the goodbyes, all was wonderful. \rMeghon Shrewsbury, Sugar Bowl's Coordinator and her attentive staff were remarkable throughout every aspect of the weekend for making certain all went well. \rGuests enjoyed hiking the gorgeous trails on the mountains of the resort in addition to playing horseshoes, lawn games, lounging in the sun and later sitting by the fire pit in the evening.\rFrom the fun and delicious rehearsal dinner taco bar to the stunning ceremony, unique chairlift ride and cocktail hour on the top of Mt. Disney, to the exquisite dinner and dancing on the deck all were unforgettable.\r
Reviewed on 27-09-2015

Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-06-2015
I cannot begin to describe how perfect Sugar Bowl and their whole team were! Not only was it beautiful there, and a ton of fun, but Meghon and her entire team were nothing but flawless. They constantly went above and beyond to make the entire weekend special and perfect. Their service made it felt like we were at a 5 star resort with rustic touches, at a very affordable price. People were amazed I only spent what I did considering what it included. The food was delicious (we got tons of compliments on it), the scenery was perfect, and everyone was so nice. We used Lake Mary for the rehearsal dinner, and that was also pure perfection! Highly recommend that venue as well. When the wind got a little crazy after dinner on the day of the wedding, they moved us all inside and it felt cozy and romantic inside the lodge. Meghon is incredible to work with - responsive and kind, and she has soooo much experience, so she had great recommendations throughout the planning process. 5 stars isn't enough, i wish I could give 10! They made everything easy :) Thank you Sugar Bowl, you really made my wedding perfect!
Reviewed on 24-09-2015

Anne Member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-08-2015
We cannot say enough good things about Meghon and her team. Everything about our wedding was perfect, and I can truly attribute that to the amazing staff. She was incredibly responsive to email. She was always budget conscious, helping us to make choices that would save us money without it feeling budget. This was especially true with flowers. She was on point with every vendor recommendation I asked for. She is crazy organized, which helped me to also be organized and for everything to go smoothly. Everyone always says something goes wrong at weddings, and honestly, besides starting dinner 15 minutes later than anticipated (due to us taking forever doing photos during cocktail hour) I really can’t think of anything. Everyone said it was some of the best wedding food they’ve ever had, and this even came from our vendors too.\rAdditionally the staff of Sugar Bowl was amazing. Anything we asked for magically happened from hotel staff, housecleaning or event staff. Also, one of our friend’s flights was delayed and landed in Reno at 1am. As you can imagine it’s difficult to find Sugar Bowl in the dark especially when you’ve never been there. The front desk hotel staff sat on the phone at 3am with our friends to help them find their way and ensure they didn’t get lost. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, it felt like we were welcomed into their home.\rEverything was amazing and I can’t thank Meghon and her team enough for our perfect day. We had zero complaints from any guest about anything (amazing, seriously) besides the fact the weekend ended too soon! We can’t say enough positive things and will never forget our weekend at Sugar Bowl. If we had to do it all over again, hands down, without hesitation would we use Sugar Bowl. \r
Reviewed on 12-08-2015

Judi Dietz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2015
I could not ask for a more perfect venue for both my rehearsal dinner and wedding. We had our rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, and we were taken back by this hidden gem in the Sierras. Our wedding was at the Village Lodge and my family and friends had so much fun spending the weekend at Sugar Bowl. Meghon and her staff made my entire wedding planning easy, and she gave me the wedding of my dreams. Meghon was also my florist and she did an incredible job with our flowers. I was speechless when I saw our arch, tables, and decor around the venue. The food at Sugar Bowl is amazing! I would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 11-08-2015

Sarah McKnight (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-07-2015
The venue and service exceeded my expectations by a million! I knew it would be a beautiful venue, but I was literally blown away by how gorgeous the grounds were and how amazing the entire staff was! The service was phenomenal and everyone was so helpful! The lodge was awesome and all my friends and family were able to stay on-site so it was a great summer camp/dorm feel which everyone LOVED! Meghon was so helpful and responsive throughout the whole planning process. I literally wish I could have a wedding there every weekend. I hope a friend gets married there so I get to attend a wedding there soon! I can't say enough good things about the entire experience. It was seriously the wedding of my dreams!
Reviewed on 20-07-2015

Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2015
\rThe Sugar Bowl staff was fantastic at planning and orchestrating our wedding day. Because of this, our destination wedding was stressless and perfect for us in every way. Lake Mary was beautiful and fun a location, and the pictures were perfect.
Reviewed on 18-07-2015

Sarah Strand (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-06-2015
The staff and venue at Sugar Bowl Resort far exceeded my expectations! We were on a fairly strict budget and so were forced to decline many of their extra options that were available (The Disney Chair Lift, the Lake Mary Rehearsal, floral services). Despite this, their most basic package included spectacular lighting and decor, a full weekend of devoted and attentive staff, and floral decorations around the lodge that were coordinated with our wedding flowers and colors! Furthermore, Meghon surprised us with adding her own finishing touches at the ceremony site, which were breathtaking. We asked for a reduced price menu and still received an assortment of main dishes, salads, and appetizers that had even the most foodie of our guests salivating! We received the kind of service one might expect if we had opted for ALL of their extra options! I highly recommend Meghon and her staff at Sugar Bowl Lodge for ANY special event you may be planning, especially your wedding.
Reviewed on 11-07-2015

Jacquelyn Gauthier (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-06-2015
Davie and I were married at Sugar Bowl Resort on June 6, 2015 and could not be more thrilled with the entire experience. From the very beginning to the very last moment, the Sugar Bowl team was exquisite. Meghon was the best wedding coordinator I could have imagined. Meghon was always available for questions and was incredibly helpful along with Amanda on making all our dreams come true for our day. When she first told me if we can dream it, they will make it happen, I wasn't sure it was possible. I have never been more happy to be wrong! Every single detail was perfect. Additionally, Chef Alan made the most incredible French-Vietnamese fusion meal for the 140 guests. From the walnut chicken to the filet and custom pho bar... the guests were so happy with the food and could not stop complimenting the chef. The entire crew set up the hotel with flowers, tables, and more to make every guest feel welcome and loved. The fire pit was awesome for s'mores and hanging out each night. The hotel was perfect! We had most of our guests staying at the hotel or in houses on the property. Jose was amazing getting all the rooms sorted out and helping all the guests. If you love a beautiful mountain setting and crave a weekend-long wedding event, this is absolutely the best place for you! I could not be more complimentary of Sugar Bowl. Thank you!!
Reviewed on 16-06-2015

Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-05-2015
Getting married at Sugar Bowl was really an incredible experience. The culture of the staff made it feel like our friends and family were relatives home for a long weekend- they didn't miss a detail and they genuinely took care of everybody- from gluten free meals to shipping a forgotten teddy bear- they were kind and attentive, seamless and non-intrusive. \r\rMeghon Shrewsbury really knows her stuff and is exactly the kind of organized you want in a Wedding Coordinator. She manages many details upfront which is a huge blessing when the wedding weekend comes around, because you are really able to relax and enjoy. \r\rSugar Bowl is a very well maintained, beautiful location, and all of our friends and family fit in the lodge for the weekend. It's close to major airports and an incredibly beautiful natural setting. With twelve years in her post, it's clear that Meghon has systems in place to manage each wedding- at the same time, she is very personable, and it feels like the staff is there to make it your own experience. \r\rWe were hoping for a wedding in nature, where all the of the guests could stay in the same place, and there would be no set up or clean up- mission accomplished! \r\rWe are also a same-sex couple and Sugar Bowl is a very very safe space.
Reviewed on 03-06-2015

Sarah Burke (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-05-2003
Sugar Bowl exceeded our every expectation. They did not miss a detail. Meghon was a pleasure to work with and we could not have done it without her. \rWe have received countless compliments from our guests on the beautiful setting, helpful and courteous staff and delicious food.\rI could not have asked for anything more.\rI would highly recommend this venue.
Reviewed on 02-06-2015

Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-08-2014
Our wedding experience at Sugar Bowl was absolutely amazing and perfect. Our plans started with our family arriving on Friday and staying for the weekend.\r \rFriday–Lake Mary barbeque and movie night- As our guests started arriving, we had a casual event to start off the weekend. Early in the day we brought our own coolers and snacks and enjoyed the relaxing and beautiful location. We enjoyed paddleboards, kayaks, etc. on the lake, tossed horseshoes and played a few of our own games we brought along. We didn’t have a wedding party so instead of having a rehearsal dinner, Sugar Bowl set up a great barbeque for us. Later, we enjoyed a movie under the stars, popcorn and s’mores around the fire pit. Sugar Bowl put everything together so well and really took care of everyone.\r\rSaturday–Wedding day- Our ceremony was set up perfectly. It was simple and elegant just as we had wanted, with trees, wildflowers and Mt. Disney as a backdrop. After our short ceremony, the chairlift fired up and took us all to the top for drinks and appetizers. The view is amazing and it was such a great addition to our event. This is such an awesome option that Sugar Bowl offers and we couldn’t imagine not having it part of our wedding memories. Once we returned, our reception was on the deck, which was perfectly set up. The dinner buffet was beautiful and the food was incredible (yes, we were able to enjoy our dinner). We chose not to have a traditional wedding cake so we had Sugar Bowl prepare a dessert for us. They prepared an amazing strawberry shortcake that was fantastic. The night moved into dancing and celebrating with a perfect intimate setting under the mountain stars. We can’t say enough how unique and beautiful Sugar Bowl is and the privacy of having the resort to ourselves made it such a special event for our friends and family.\r\rMeghon was wonderful to work with and kept us on track through all of our planning. We didn’t realize how many details needed attention but Meghon worked with us on the details that were important to us and took care of the rest. When we made it to the day of our wedding, we were relaxed knowing that we were in good hands. Meghon also did our flowers, which came out so beautiful. We selected some of the flowers we wanted and left it to her to put together what we felt were perfect arrangements for us. We started working with Meghon long before we booked our event and she was there for us even after our event was over.\r \rDuring both the barbeque and the wedding, we also worked with Pat who we were quickly impressed with. To be blunt, Pat is a pro who kept every detail of our day on track. Some of the smallest details can mean so much and we really appreciated how well he took care of us.\r\rWhile you might expect that the bride and groom be treated extra special during their wedding weekend, we heard from our guests that all of the staff they encountered was incredibly nice and helpful. From the wait staff, the bartenders, the front desk and to those working in the background cleaning rooms or setting up, everyone was polite and courteous.\r\rLong after our weekend wedding has ended, our friends and family (and us) are still raving about what an awesome wedding we had at Sugar Bowl. It is such a unique venue and a hidden treasure. Sugar Bowl, specifically Meghon, worked with us to create a custom fit wedding that matched us perfectly and we are amazed at how wonderful it all turned out.\r \rTHANK YOU!!!\rLee & Wendy Wells
Reviewed on 30-09-2014

Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-08-2014
I cannot say enough amazing things about Sugar Bowl Resort. From our first meeting with Meghon to our wedding day we felt completely comfortable and supported throughout the process. Meghon and her team do an excellent job supporting the bride and groom, family and guests throughout the entire planning process and wedding weekend. I had multiple people comment on the \"excellent service\" and \"attention to detail\". Everything went off without a hitch thanks to Meghon's experience and expertise! It was the wedding of our dreams in our favorite place on earth. I would highly recommend it to any bride considering it as their venue.
Reviewed on 29-09-2014

Rachel Harmon (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-08-2014
My husband and I got married at the Sugar Bowl Village Lodge on August 23rd. Before I get into just how awesome the staff was the weekend of our wedding, just a few reasons that we chose Sugar Bowl:\r\r1. Compared to the outdoor venues we were looking at the in the San Francisco Bay Area and the other ski resorts in the area, Sugar Bowl was an absolute steal! Plus, included in the price is Meghon, their in-house wedding planner, who seriously kept me sane during the planning process, as well as free lift tickets when you come to do your tasting.\r\r2. The Village Lodge is yours for the weekend. No other people to deal with. Just you and your loved ones. The bridal suite is also comped.\r\r3. It's absolutely beautiful, and the weather is amazing during the summer. We actually had an organized hike during the weekend, and it turned out amazingly.\r\rAs for the wedding itself, I am definitely a Type A person who did a ton of DIY before the wedding. I showed up to Sugar Bowl Friday afternoon and was tired, stressed, and worried about how things would turn out. Come Friday night, though, I was completely relaxed and was able to truly enjoy the wedding weekend. Every time I turned around, something else had been set up perfectly by the staff--decorations, cake, flowers, DJ equipment. I didn't have to lift a finger all weekend. They coordinated everything with the vendors as well. They took care of the entire rehearsal dinner, the post-rehearsal festivities, the wedding, reception, and Sunday brunch. Literally, everything was perfect, and this was huge because it let me bask in the happiness of marrying the man I love. Other people even commented that the staff were able to solve every problem before the guests even knew it was a problem.\r\rThere's also a lot of freedom to customize your wedding into something that reflects you and your partner. Meghon was totally open to all our ideas (even the crazy ones!). We had hiking, yoga, lawn games, post-rehearsal pizza, bride & groom cocktails, and late night s'mores. They also will do customized menus, though we stuck with one of their packages, and it was great.\r\rI would also recommend doing the Disney Lift if it fits within your budget. Guests are still commenting how fun it was. Every single one of our guests (even the grandparents!) went up the lift. On the way up, you'll also have some alone time to just sit with your new husband or wife and enjoy the view.\r\rHonestly, looking back, it was just a perfect weekend because of the amazing venue and staff. I am so happy that we chose Sugar Bowl.
Reviewed on 20-09-2014

Sarah Germini (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2014
SB was perfect for us! We wanted a wedding near Lake Tahoe for around 100 people at a reasonable price. Meghon was very willing to work within our budget for both the site and food/drink options. We opted to use the Lake Mary location for a lunch time wedding with the SB chef's awesome BBQ lunch spread.\r\rAmanda was so helpful as our day-of coordinator - between Amanda and our DJ, we didn't have to worry about anything the entire day! There was a minor hitch early on with the speaker system we rented from SB, but Amanda was able to have it rigged just in time for the ceremony. Another set of speakers was brought in by the SB staff right after the ceremony for the dancing and Amanda comped us the cost of the speaker rental for the (very minor) hassle.\r\rThe staff, food, and view were perfect - couldn't have asked for a better day!
Reviewed on 19-09-2014

Nicole B (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-07-2014
Sugarbowl is amazing. We originally chose the location because of sentimental value (my husband taught me to ski here) but were blown away at what a perfect wedding venue it turned out to be. Staff are always friendly and go above and beyond. The wedding co-ordinator Meghon was so easy to work with and always made herself available whenever we needed something. She also did our flowers for the wedding and they were gorgeous. She worked with what I wanted but added her own touch and they turned out beautifully. \rBoth my husband and I grew up in Canada so most of our guests had travelled quite a ways to be at our wedding. Sugarbowl was such a special place as you have the whole resort to yourself for 3 days. It was a spectacular setting to have a family reunion. Many of our family members had never been to Tahoe and were blown away. Everyone said it was the best wedding venue they had ever experienced. \rWe did the chairlift for cocktail hour and had drinks and appetizers at the top of the mountain. It was spectacular and worth every penny. \rThe food was delicious!! We were very impressed and everyone was raving about it. \rThe fire pit that was lit every night was also a highlight. Smores for the kids then late-night talks with our family and friends sitting in Adarondak chairs around the camp fire was a great way to cap off the evenings. \rThe prices were reasonable and the co-ordinator Meghon made suggestions to help us stay within our budget. There were no surprises when we saw the bill. \rI would would say that Sugarbowl as the perfect wedding venue. I have no regrets and would have my wedding there again in a heartbeat. We have perfect memories of our wedding day thanks to Sugarbowl.
Reviewed on 18-09-2014

rachel skolnick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-09-2010
We had just gotten married last weekend at Sugar Bowl and it was simply incredible. Almost every single guest let me know it was the best wedding they had ever attended. \r\rThe entire weekend was seamless with the on-site wedding coordinator Meghon behind the scenes for everything. This had to have been a hard task, as we had activities and things planned as early as Thursday night through Sunday morning. \r\rI couldn't have imagined a more perfect wedding and am SO happy we chose Sugar Bowl!!\r\r
Reviewed on 18-09-2014

Lauren Braunohler (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-07-2014
I got married at Sugar Bowl Resort this past July and it was a perfect venue for an outdoorsy couple who wants to be in the mountains but also have comfortable accommodations for their guests. I highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 17-09-2014

Alexis Veeh (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-07-2014
Everyone at Sugar Bowl was amazing! From the moment we checked in, they took care of everything, I could actually enjoy the whole weekend instead of stressing about all the small details that I didn't quite have time to finish. We gave them all our stuff for the wedding, cocktail hour, reception, after party when we got there and they took care of it from there. Each stage of the event was set up better than I could have hoped for and the whole event was incredibly well organized-no thanks to me. The entire staff, from the front desk to housekeeping to the bartender to Meghon and Pat (the two people in charge of weddings and events), were genuinely friendly and wanting to help. Our guests are still telling me what a great wedding it was and how nice everyone was. They worked seamlessly with our other vendors, and took care of any questions they had. The food was also amazing! We couldn't have picked a better place in Tahoe for a wedding!
Reviewed on 17-09-2014

Lindsay Gruver (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2014
I don't think my words could possibly do justice to explain how happy my husband and I were with our Sugar Bowl wedding. Here goes nothing...\r\rI had been looking for places close to my hometown but nothing seemed to be quite right. A friend suggested I check out Sugar Bowl (which in the past I had only associated with winter and skiing), so we decided to take a look. We knew almost immediately that this was the place we wanted to get married. Not only is the location breathtakingly beautiful, but we were greeted by loveliest wedding planner on the planet. We loved Meghon immediately. She truly helped us navigate to the wedding of our dreams. She was available from the very beginning and guided us with her extensive knowledge and expertise. She is a beautiful person, inside and out. \r\rWe decided to get married at the Village Lodge, which we would HIGHLY recommend. Our families and close friends checked in on Thursday. On Friday, we did the rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, which included use of the lake for the entire day. We played, we swam, hung out, and finished our evening with the best BBQ dinner. Our wonderful wedding ceremony and reception took place at the Village Lodge. \r\rEvery single staff member was excellent. Lisa, the hotel manager, helped me coordinate accommodations and bent over backwards to make sure that we were all taken care of. The entire weekend was magical. They set out all of the snacks and lunches we brought, took great care of every single guest that arrived, and were always available (24/7) to help with anything we needed. The kids has SO much fun the entire weekend and all the adults felt safe letting them play around the grounds. \r\rWe didn't have to think about any of wedding details while we were there. All we had to do was show up and enjoy. Sugar Bowl set everything up (way more beautifully than I ever could). It was such an incredible opportunity for both of our families and our friends so spend time together over the weekend and celebrate as one. Sugar Bowl made this possible and I will forever be grateful for that experience. It was truly the best reflection of our love and such a happy way to start a marriage. Thank you, Sugar Bowl! From the bottom of our hearts.
Reviewed on 07-09-2014

Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-06-2015
Sugar Bowl gave us the best possible wedding weekend we could ask for - from the timely, professional and patient correspondence in the planning of our event to the wonderful food and service throughout our wedding weekend, I can honestly say that I can't imagine a more fun and memorable way to get married. Meghon and her assistant Amanda were outstanding in their efforts to make sure that everything went according to plan and were extremely diligent and accommodating in handling any problems that came up (which was bound to happen). We have no hesitation in giving our highest recommendation to Sugar Bowl for anyone who is looking for a unique and memorable way to share an unforgettable experience with their friends and family.
Reviewed on 23-07-2014

Dhonna Ayento (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-06-2014
WOW! What a wonderful venue for my June 21 wedding!! It was just perfect for our rustic/outdoorsy themed wedding! Even if you did not have any decorations..this venue SCREAMS rustic and woodsy. The staff were wonderful during the whole process: before, during, AND even after. Weather was great and we did not know we were marrying on the first day of summer aka the longest day of the year!\r\rMeghon was sooo wonderful and absolutely responsive. After hearing all my friends current horror stories, I appreciate her fast response! When you talk/email her she felt genuine..Again my friends' current experience with their CURRENT venue planners..cringe worthy. I loved and appreciated her suggestions. We also decided to hire her for flowers. Again, it fit perfectly with what I wanted. It was also very convenient to have the food, flowers, hotel, setup all under Meghon! It helps to have someone who sees the vision the bride sees! Thank you Meghon many of my guest commented on just how wonderful you all were!\r\rBooking Sugar Bowl meant you had the whole place to yourself. We decided to book the Disney Lift...and the ONLY complaint I have was that I wish that the person operating the lift told my guest that the bar on the ski lift came down...BOY riding the skilift during the summer is FAR different than in the winter...SCARY ISH! I had a few guest who were literally crying so be prepared. My husband and I are outdoorsy and we ski/snowboard often I did NOT expect to be THAT terrified! Other than that it was a wonderfully unique experience for our 170 guest.\r\rBEFORE: We loved that we had a private food tasting and was able to invite 2 other people. We definitely got drunk from all the wine! We ended up having open beer and wine at the wedding. We also got 4 tickets to ski at the venue. Sadly we didnt get to use this as there was no snow! =(\r\r\rDAY OF: The weather was great. The grounds well groomed. The ceremony was setup just the way I wanted. For the wedding I had lawn games, rented decor, and had my own DIY decor...Meghon set it up exactly as I wanted. After the ceremony, they made sure the bridal party had wine and appetizers...yay! \r\rOur photog was also going picture crazy and Meghon had to remind him \"THEY NEED TO GET ON THE LIFT NOW\"...lol...\r\rAnyhoo I can't stress how wonderful this venue is. Many of my guest kept commenting on it too. I wish I can get married all over again! =)
Reviewed on 21-07-2014

carly nohr (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-06-2014
My husband and I had our wedding at Sugar Bowl this June. I just have to mention that our guests are still talking about it and telling us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. I know this is purely because of the staff at Sugar Bowl. Yes, the scenery is spectacular, the food was amazing but the staff went above and beyond to make our day so special. We opted to host a whole weekend of events for our guests; movie night on Thursday, welcome dinner Friday and of course our wedding on Saturday. The whole weekend was perfect! It was so nice for my husband and I just to relax and enjoy the weekend and have the staff take care of everything. We even had Meghon do our wedding flowers, they were beautiful! I would highly recommend Sugar Bowl as a wedding venue.
Reviewed on 09-07-2014

Landen Romei (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2013
Sugar Bowl made our prep hassle-free and our wedding day smooth and easy. Meghon and Pat were excellent coordinators on site and their team was there to answer any questions and help make our guests feel comfortable.\r\rFlowers - Meghon & Pat happen to be florists, so that was easy.\rCatering - they have excellent chefs and menus on site, so no need to outsource. The tasting was a wonderful experience in the snow!\rPhotographer - they have a list of recommended vendors and we loved Chris Cooke!\rCake - we ordered apple pie from a local bakery and Meghon took care of the whole process, from the tasting to the cutting\rDecorations - we went with a rustic, woodsy theme and Sugar Bowl helped out significantly by providing baskets, wooden rounds for the tables, mason jars for flowers, an archway, and shepherd's hooks for the ceremony aisles. We described our style and they created it for us - so easy! We even intended to write out table seating with chalk and Sugar Bowl staff, Riza, took care of us for us with her beautiful handwriting.\rLocation - up in the mountains; it's definitely a destination for most, but at only 45 minutes from the Reno Airport and about 3.5 hours for our Bay Area friends and family, we decided that a \"convenient getaway\" fit the bill. Keep in mind, the 20-minute drive down to Truckee is a windy mountain road, so stay away after drinking or late at night.\rLodge - the rooms are quaint and clean and fit a wide range of numbers, so we could house our relatives and groups of friends easily on site. We only wish they had more rooms to fit all of our 117 guests. Luckily, it's just a short drive down to Truckee where hotels and restaurants are located.\rFun perk - we booked the Disney ski lift for our cocktail hour, which was a huge hit - even my grandparents went up the lift!\r\rOur friends and family are still raving about the scenery, the location, the Disney lift, the food, and the service. We really could not be happier with our choice and would absolutely recommend it to others.
Reviewed on 15-10-2013

jmsinnott (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2013
sugar bowl was a great place for a wedding. we chose it because both of us grew up skiing at sugar bowl, worked there for a few years, and still ski there all the time together. from the beginning our coordinator Meghon was a huge help. she responded immediately to all of our questions and emails and was always prepared for our meetings. you could tell she knew what she was doing and we immediately felt like we should trust whatever she suggested. after Meghon went on maternity leave, our new coordinator Pat transitioned seemlessly and took over our event. we had originally planned an outdoor wedding, but as it started raining (and then snowing!!! in September!) on our wedding day, many of our plans had to change and everyone at Sugar Bowl was extremely helpful and prepared for everything. needless to say the final result was perfect. they were also super helpful in terms of set up, such as setting up all of our table decorations, place cards, goodie bags, guestbook, etc. one of the best things about getting married at sugar bowl, at least if you choose the Village Lodge location, is that you get to have the whole hotel to yourselves for the weekend, including using the lodge for the rehearsal dinner the night before, as well as whatever events you choose during the weekend (we had a groom-hosted pre-wedding pizza party and after-party and breakfast was provided both mornings for all our guests in the hotel). they can basically cater to whatever request you have. all expenses were very clearly spelled out in their prospectus that we were given before the event. \rwe highly recommend it!
Reviewed on 03-10-2013

Meredith Bennett (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-08-2013
Can I give 10 stars!?\r\rSugar Bowl was the perfect place for our wedding! We knew we wanted an outdoor location for the ceremony and the venue, and we are also avid skiers so the chairlift ride was on the top of our list as well. In addition to the perfect mountain setting, the staff at Sugar Bowl is out of this world. Meghon and her team were attentive to our every need without being overbearing. They supported every creative idea we had and made practical suggestions along the way - but they let us plan our own twist on everything, which is something that is very undervalued in many planners. \r\rIt was also great that Sugar Bowl was a one-stop show for us. They took care of the catering, the bar, the flowers, and the rehearsal dinner and after party spots. They handed out welcome bags to the hotel guests as they arrived, and were so attentive throughout the entire weekend. The entire staff has a great attitude and that really made all our guests feel comfortable. \r\rOverall, our experience with Sugar Bowl was phenomenal and I wouldn't change a thing about it. Many guests told us that our wedding was the best and the most fun wedding that they have ever attended. You will not find a better vendor or service team anywhere in the Reno/Tahoe area!\r\rMeredith and Dan Herr
Reviewed on 25-09-2013

Emily Morrison (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
Coordinator Meghon Shrewsbury goes above and beyond to provide excellent service, communicating all the way through the process. Though planning a wedding involves many details, the staff at Sugar Bowl made sure that every question was answered and handled all elements big and small with aplomb. A beautiful setting where many of your guests can stay on site and even ride a ski lift to the top of the mountain, Sugar Bowl offers a very unique and memorable wedding experience. Where some venues tend to nickle and dime you at every turn, Sugar Bowl was excellent in providing amenities such as heat lamps, parasols and other general decor for no extra charge. We would not hesitate to recommend this site to future couples!
Reviewed on 20-09-2013

Katie Hitchcock (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
My Husband and I had an amazing day. Sugar Bowl was a perfect place to make such amazing memories with family and friend that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Sugar Bowl brings a special touch to the wedding weekend. Having the hotel for only wedding guests makes it special; it is truly an exclusive get away weekend with the people you love. The chairlift was a very special touch to the occasion. Our guests really enjoyed it. The Sugar Bowl staff was incredible. I honestly cannot think there is a more attentive staff out there. They were incredible with every detail. The venue looked absolutely gorgeous and the food was delicious.\rEverything with Sugar Bowl was fantastic. I could not have asked for a better place to get married. There is not one thing that I would have changed. Sugar Bowl exceeded our expectations. Thank you!\r
Reviewed on 17-09-2013

Kathleen Baucom (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-07-2013
Words can't express how glad I am that we chose this venue. They were professional, organized, and so incredibly helpful. They took an otherwise stressful day and turned it into one of the most relaxing and fun experiences with my family and friends. Damien and I will be forever grateful.
Reviewed on 09-09-2013

ashley219 (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-06-2013
John and I got married on June 22, 2013, at the Sugar Bowl Resort. Let me tell you... I've always dreamt of my wedding day, but then it came to real life! Everything was perfect; from the staff, the food, and most of all the wedding coordinator: Lisa and Meghon. The whole day went so smooth and perfect.The decor was beautiful, but the scenery was unbelievable. I would defiantly recommend Sugar Bowl Resort to any Bride that is looking for an extravagant wedding.
Reviewed on 06-09-2013

jqbala (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-06-2013
My special day could, and would not have been possible without Sugar Bowl and its staff!!
Reviewed on 05-09-2013

Susan Thompson (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating

Best Wedding ever! People are still talking about it. I run into people that weren't even there and they are saying we heard it was amazing!\r
Reviewed on 29-08-2013

Jessica O'Donoghue (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-07-2013
I’m still in awe at how magical our wedding was at the Sugarbowl Resort.\r\rLet me start by saying we toured Sugarbowl during the winter, in the middle of ski season. We had seen pictures of what it looked like in summertime and it looked great, but we still didn’t know what to expect. \r\rEven without seeing the venue in full bloom, we were sold on Sugarbowl for 1. The fact that they have a package that includes exclusive access to the resort from Friday until Sunday, 2. Rooms were on property, and 3. Meghon, the most amazing wedding coordinator ever.\r\rThe added bonuses that we found once we arraived were the ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS scenery and grounds. The resort is spectacular during the summer time; green, wild flowers, flowing creeks, Lake Mary, hiking trails. Just pure bliss. The exclusive access makes you feel like you’re at your own personal relaxation destination.\r\rMost of our families/friends stayed up there for the weekend. Every day we all got to eat breakfast together and set out on hikes, or to the lake, or whatever event was planned for that day. It was incredible to get to spend such quality time with our friends & family before the wedding, and made it so we really got to enjoy the wedding night (without having to go table to table trying to spend time with everyone) because we had the chance to be with everyone all weekend. \r\rI’m sure a lot of brides can relate to the need to be in control of all the details of your wedding. I was very hesitant to give up control to a wedding coordinator, but Meghon put my worries to ease very quickly. She is a pro. She has put on so many wedding at Sugarbowl, that she made me feel confident that she had everything under control from our first meeting. Everything ran very smoothly, and there were no surprises. Everything I needed to know was told to me well in advance and she answered all of the questions we had (even when we asked them multiple times). Her staff is very professional. Her colleague, Pat handled a lot of the reception and after party details and was equally as fantastic.\r\rIt’s a HUGE relief as a bride or groom to not have to worry about getting the ceremony started on time, setting up tables, flowers, etc., getting everyone in the right order, making sure the wine gets on the tables, getting everything cleaned up afterward, and so on… The coordinator staff handles all of those details, and makes it MUCH more enjoyable for the wedding party and family. I mean, the wedding is supposed to be a celebration not a chore right! And that’s how the staff at Sugarbowl makes sure it is, a spectacular celebration!\rThere are all sorts of activities to choose from. They really can cater to any and all types of weddings. There are SO many options and add-ons, chair lift rides to the top of the mountain for cocktail hour, lakeside dining for the rehearsal dinner, etc. I wish we could have done them all. \r\rThe reception food was delicious. The chef at Sugarbowl really knows how to please a crowd. Everyone raved about the appetizers and dinner! \r\rThere are so many things I can say about our stay and celebration at Sugarbowl, but I’d be writing all day. It’s a very special place and an incredible wedding destination.\rIt’s been 6 weeks since the wedding and our family and friends are still talking about how amazing the weekend and the venue were. Everyone really enjoyed themselves and we will always have an incredible memory of our wedding at Sugarbowl.\r
Reviewed on 16-08-2013

a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

Meghon, Pat, Lisa, and all the Sugar Bowl wedding crew are amazing. They all went above and beyond any expectations I have of a wedding venue. They took all my projects and decorations and took care of it all so I didn't have to worry about it and I could just enjoy the days leading up to the wedding. The food is outstanding, we got lots of compliments on that. DO THE DISNEY CHAIR/COCKTAIL HOUR...SO WORTH IT. Everyone loved it, it was the highlight of the event.\rThe staff is so amazing and provide outstanding unforgettable service. They treat you like a VIP/celebrity status person! So attentive and helpful and approachable. \rMeghon is also outstanding. She made herself available to me all the time and answered all of my questions promptly and thoroughly every time. She even joined my pinterest boards to look at my ideas/colors/overall theme...truly a dream wedding coordinator! \rMeghon also did the flowers for the entire event as well as the rehearsal dinner. They were everything I wanted and envisioned. She worked with me after I had some flowers in her original \"quote\" that I didn't like 100% and changed them to be truly everything I wanted. She also respected my budget and desire to keep the costs down.\rGot so many compliments on the wedding and all I could think and say back to people was, \"it wasn't me, it was Sugar Bowl!!\"
Reviewed on 10-08-2013

karen horn (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-08-2013
The BEST wedding venue ever if you want to spend a weekend with your guests. Lake Mary is a beautiful small lake, equipped with paddle boats, canoe, kayak. Entire day and Rehearsal Dinner here. The next day spent at the lake and then wedding and reception at the Sugar Bowl Lodge\rFood, staff were great. The beautiful mountain location, topped off by ski lift ride to mountain top where there is a beautiful decked building to enjoy cocktails and take in the great scenery. \rStaff was fabulous. Perfect!! Exactly what the bride and groom envisioned.
Reviewed on 09-08-2013

Susie Williamson (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating

My daughter was married at Sugar Bowl Resort on June 15, and it was a magical day. We have always loved spending time in the Tahoe Mountains and knew it would be a lovely backdrop for this special event, but we had no idea just how special this day would be with the help of Meghan, their event planner, and all the Sugar Bowl staff. My daughter had very specific ideas of what she wanted for the ceremony, for the meal, for the décor; and the staff simply accommodated us with a smile! We invited our close friends and family to stay with us at the Lodge for a few nights before the big event. The staff there provided such a wonderful and relaxed atmosphere for our early morning hikes and late night chats in the lobby or out around the campfire. It was just like summer camp with all your favorite people. The wedding day was pure happiness. The staff at Sugar Bowl have a calm but professional attitude that puts everyone at ease and helps you just enjoy the day. Meghan knew just what my daughter envisioned for this day and took it upon herself to make it happen. I had such faith that everyone there was working to make her day amazing that I did not worry for a minute. We also took the chair lift to the top for Happy Hour which was a big hit with all our guests. The views were fabulous, and what a cool environment to start the party. The venue at Sugar Bowl is amazing, but I cannot say enough about the Sugar Bowl staff. They were all so friendly, caring and attentive. Words cannot express how thankful I am that we found Meghan and Sugar Bowl for my daughter's big day.
Reviewed on 14-07-2013

Emma Williamson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-06-2013
My husband and I were married at Sugar Bowl in June 2013, and it was beyond perfect. I would recommend this venue to anyone. Meghon, the coordinator, is FANTASTIC! She is so responsive to emails and phone calls and really works around the client to make sure everything is perfect. I didn't have a single worry the day-of because I knew that Meghon and her staff would take care of everything. Her assistant, Pat, was a huge help as well. He wasn't a part of the planning process, but was there to help for the actual event. We had a few last-minute requests (like during cocktail hour!) and he made it happen. The hotel staff is also incredible. Nile and Risa really stood out to both us and all of our guests staying at the hotel. They were extremely accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure that everyone was happy and enjoying themselves. \r\rThe venue itself is incredible. We were married on the lawn, took the chairlift for cocktail hour, and had the reception on the deck. It was such a unique experience with the chair lift and all of our guests loved it. The chef created a custom menu for us and were allowed to provide recipes that were used for the dinner, which was delicious! We got so many comments that it was the best wedding people had ever been to... and none of it would have happened without all of the great Sugar Bowl staff. \r\rWe had a lot of out-of-town family that stayed at the hotel starting on the Wednesday before our Saturday wedding, so it was like a long vacation and so relaxing. It was only our friends and family at the hotel, so we played games and had s'mores and drinks every night and could be as loud as we wanted without worrying about disturbing other guests. \r\rI wouldn't change a single thing about our wedding and would recommend Meghon and Sugar Bowl to any couple looking for a beautiful and fun wedding venue!
Reviewed on 09-07-2013

kelley blatt (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2012
This was, without a doubt, the best decision we ever made. We picked Sugar Bowl for our wedding venue before even really seeing it. When we were emailing venues we continuously received rude responses about our short(10 month) timeline or our budget. When we emailed Meghon(the onsite wedding coordinator) at Sugar Bowl she responded with an email telling us that no matter where we chose to have our wedding, we had plenty of time to plan the perfect wedding...this was our first clue that the customer service at Sugar Bowl was amazing. This was again reaffirmed when we did the tasting...the food was incredible, huge portions, and we had a blast! We were able to bring our mothers and MOH to the tasting and it ended up being one of our best memories.\r\rThe next 10 months was filled with hundreds of back and forth emails and Meghon always sent back helpful and knowledgeable responses. Having never been closely involved in the wedding planning process before, I was extremely nervous as to how it would all come together. I had also opted to have Meghon be my florist and had only given her a few photos as guidelines and a few types of flowers I liked...I had no idea what to expect until we arrived for our wedding weekend. \r\rWhen we pulled up on the Thursday before our wedding the place was more beautiful than we could have imagined(we had only seen it in the winter). The custom wedding signs and reserved \"bride and groom\" parking were a wonderful touch. The staff for the entire weekend was incredible. They lit the bonfire for us every evening and accommodated each and every guest. They even let you order sandwiches for the next day as there is no restaurant open on site...I HIGHLY recommend doing so. They were delicious! The whole weekend worked like a well oiled machine. \r\rThe day of the wedding was the first time I had seen any of the flowers and bouquets...I was blown away! They far exceeded my expectations and every time I see my wedding photos I am thrilled at how perfect the flowers were...Meghon has a true talent for flowers!! \rAnd I have to say that the entire wedding continued like this. Every last detail was thought of...things I hadn't even anticipated like parasols for the guests to use for the sunny hours. Meghon even gifted us a beautiful book about Sugar Bowl to use as a guestbook when ours tragically didn't arrive. We also had our cocktail hour at the top of the Disney Ski Lift...this was one of the best parts. Our guests LOVED the beautiful views and it gave no one a chance to be bored while we were off taking pictures. The food was extraordinary and they had graciously accommodated my food allergies and even made a few custom dishes for the wedding at no additional charge. Meghon was there the entire time keeping everything moving along to schedule and flowing perfectly. I honestly didn't have to worry about a single thing the entire night...I don't hear this from many brides.\r\rOn our morning of leaving it was an even bigger shock to find that our total for the weekend was slightly lower than anticipated...what a pleasant surprise to have stayed BELOW our budget!\r\rI can't thank Sugar Bowl enough for all their hard work, wonderful staff, and for making our wedding everything we wanted and more. Meghon eliminated soooo much \"wedding stress\" and made our weekend so special.
Reviewed on 25-11-2012

Nadia Aslami (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-10-2012
We got married at Sugar Bowl Ski Resort on 10/6/12. We loved the rustic, historic feel. We immediately clicked with Meghon, the wedding event coordinator. She is genuine, friendly & put us right at ease. \r\rMeghon and Sugar Bowl were extremely flexible and allowed us to be creative - my family is from Afghanistan and we have traditional desserts and teas that should be served at weddings, but most places don't let you bring in outside food - not so at Sugar Bowl - Meghon and the Sugar Bowl staff were more than happy to accommodate this special request. We also had some traditional ceremonies that were a bit unusual, but Meghon found a way to weave them into our day seamlessly - my family was so honored, impressed, and happy that we were able to incorporate all the traditions. \r\rThe staff also set up all of my handmade decorations in such a way that was more beautiful than I could have imagined & returned everything in perfect condition! I didn't have to worry or bother any family or friends with these details. Meghon also did all the flowers-I had no idea what I wanted & she still produced incredible work that was exactly what I wanted! And she did it all herself, on top of coordinating the entire weekend, so I would highly recommend anyone to utilize her for the flower services. \r\rDinner was fantastic! Our friend, who is a professional chef at a gourmet restaurant, said it was the best food he ever had at a wedding! We also used the basement of the ski lodge as a kids room, with a kid friendly buffet, coloring, games and movies. All the parents raved about this! After all the kiddos went to bed, the staff quickly transformed the room into the after-party room & the festivities continued into the night! And then, to top the night off, when my husband and I finally returned to our room, we came back to find a chilled bottle of champagne and 2 slices of our cake, which we were wicked excited about since we never had a chance to eat any (besides the pieces we shoved in each others mouths). It really was the icing on the cake, literally (sorry for the cheesy pun!) \r\rMike with the Sugar Bowl lodging and accommodations staff was also extremely helpful throughout the whole process, making sure that all our guests staying at the hotel and at on-site property rentals were taken care of. We had a few minor snafus along the way for a variety of reasons (comes with the territory with a guest list that large), but Mike made fixing them a priority and it always resulted in a positive outcome - he really worked hard for us the entire time! \r\rFinally, another highlight was the delicious Sunday Brunch (some people even said it was the best bacon they've ever had!). It was so nice to say goodbye to everyone & not have to worry about pulling quiches out of the oven or doing dishes. We just relaxed & enjoyed everyone’s company for as long as we could. \r\rEveryone said that our wedding couldn't have been at a more beautiful location or be more relaxed. Meghon kept the night flowing without a hitch, keeping us on track for all the details of the wedding (speeches, dances, cake cutting, bouquet tosses, etc.). She really went above & beyond to make our day stress-free & more perfect than we could have imagined! All this was affordable, with no sacrifice of elegance, quality, or service-no extra fees or hidden charges either! We are so happy to have had such an amazing weekend, all thanks to Meghon & her staff.
Reviewed on 04-11-2012

Jessie Kautz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2012
My goodness our wedding was the most BEAUTIFUL wedding I have ever seen!!! The wedding coordinator was AMAZING as well as the entire Sugar Bowl staff. From start to finish, everything was perfect and exceeded our expectations in every possible way. The venue is ideal, as we had everything to ourselves-no outsiders to be seen!!! The food was incredible and the chef also went above and beyond-we couldn't have had a more perfect and memorable day!!! I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone and everyone.\r
Reviewed on 27-10-2012

Amy VAny illaret (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2012
I would highly recommend sugar bowl for a wedding venue. The staff was on top of everything. The wedding coordinator helped with so much that she was almost more of a wedding planner. The food was incredible! I dont have 1 bad thing to say about this venue!
Reviewed on 02-10-2012

Crystal Mount (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-08-2012
My wedding at Sugar Bowl Resort was more than I imagined it could be. \r\rMeghon, the wedding coordinator, made everything so easy! Everything flowed magically! It was like a wizard had a wand & waved it over the entire day so there were magical fairies floating around to make all flow perfectly. My husband & I didn't have to worry about telling the DJ to be here or tell guests to go there as Meghon coordinated everything wonderfully! =)\r\rThe staff were all so friendly and attentive! There were a ton of staff to help! Everyone loved the bartender!! \r\rOne thing to note is there is no elevator so for elderly or handicapped, this is not be the place for them. \r\rWe handed over all our wedding supplies, had a short meeting to touch base (& really nailed out all the details over the months via phone calls, emails & a form Meghon had me fill out, weeks before) =) & Sugar Bowl carried it all out exactly as we wanted everything! \r\rSugar Bowl also already has such great supplies that come with the venue that make it truly so special. The venue is so spectacular that it doesn't require much decor! We got married at Lake Mary & had the reception at The Village Lodge. You absolutely MUST check it out!!!\r\rI was worried that maybe the tables wouldn't be presented the way I wanted or the guest book or the escort cards. Worries that are common to the every day bride but they presented everything so freaking beautifully! Way better than I pictured it!!! \r\rMeghon had GREAT suggestions to make the reception pop even more! Such as lanterns over the dance floor & welcome bags for our guests! \r\rAnd for all the hard work, beauty, attentiveness, & professionalism that Sugar Bowl offers, one would assume it would cost an arm & a leg but it is truly reasonable!!!!! \r\rI wish I could do it all over again so I could pay more attention to all the beautiful word they did but that is what video & pictures is for! \r\rThank you Meghon & Sugar Bowl for the best wedding anyone could ever have. Meghon & Sugar Bowl are a godsend!
Reviewed on 19-08-2012

steven bechtel (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2012
Sugar Bowl (lake mary site) was the best choice for our wedding. It was personal with the most gorgeous views and perfect weather! Meghon was so wonderful to work with, taking our requests and questions serious like she was planning for her own wedding! I appreciated everything she did for us including not only venue, but flowers, lighting, arch, tables and linens, bar, etc. What an awesome experience! Thank you Sugar Bowl!
Reviewed on 17-08-2012

Lisa Hochrein (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2012
Short version: Sugar Bowl is awesome and a great place to have a wedding!\r\rLong version:\rWe recently had a small wedding (70 guests) at the Village Lodge at Sugar Bowl, and it was a blast! Many people told us it was the best wedding they've been too! Much of the credit goes to the great people at Sugar Bowl, especially the wedding coordinator Meghon, who went to great lengths to take care of us and was delightful to work with. \r\rThe lodge is secluded and private (a bit like an upscale summer camp). I really loved that the ceremony, reception, and lodging were all in the same place. It was so nice to be able to walk up two flights of stairs and be in my room. The whole place has a magical atmosphere - the historic lodge, the huge deck, the beautiful party lights, the mountains, and the babbling creek. We took photos at the Rainbow Bridge overlook, which has amazing views of Donner Lake. \r\rWe really liked that Sugar Bowl took care of many of our wedding needs and saved us from having to find additional vendors. We rented the whole lodge for the wedding weekend and filled it exclusively with our guests. It is difficult to describe how amazing it is to see someone down the hotel hallway and automatically know them. We were able to personalize everything! Meghon took all our instructions and ideas and made them look way better than we had imagined. She has a good eye and loves flowers! As for dinner, the food was great and the servers were all very good. And we loved the bar. By the end of the weekend, I think everyone was friends with the bartender. \r\rThe weather was beautiful in early July. It was plenty warm (even hot!) and dancing under the stars was amazing! We hosted bagged lunches for everyone, so no one needed to leave during the day. Instead they got to enjoy the mountains by hiking, biking or boating (Sugar Bowl provided loaner mountain bikes and water toys!). We also had a campfire both nights with s'mores. Because our ceremony and reception were held outdoors, we did have to deal with a few mosquitoes, but fortunately Sugar Bowl provided a basket of mosquito repellant and sunscreen for the guests to use and has some fancy propane traps. \r\rWe felt Sugar Bowl was a great value. For the price of a very modest wedding in Los Angeles, we got to feel pampered at Sugar Bowl. We have no regrets at all that we got married at Sugar Bowl, even though most of our guests had to travel more than 100 miles. \r\rp.s. We hosted a welcome BBQ (instead of a rehearsal dinner) for all our guests at Sugar Bowl on the Friday before the wedding. The Sugar Bowl burgers were great! The potato salad also got rave reviews from the guests.
Reviewed on 05-08-2012

Rachel Abbott (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-07-2012
Wedding Date: Saturday, July 28, 2012\r\rVenue Fee (includes wedding coordinator Meghon and several other ceremony/reception fixin's): $3000\r\rExtra Cocktail Hour atop Mount Disney Lift (highly recommended, even the guests \"afraid of heights\" LOVED the experience): $2000-3000 (not including food/alcohol), only bottled beer and wine (no keg) available\r\rCeremony/Reception outside !!! (with indoor contingency plan if necessary)\r\rFrom the first time meeting Meghon nine months before our wedding, to hugging her goodbye at the end of our wedding weekend extravaganza, my new husband (!) and I felt Meghon was professional, kind, thoughtful, gracious, and endlessly helpful. \r\rNeither my husband nor myself are particularly detail-oriented or knowledgeable about the ins and outs of wedding planning. Meghon took complete care of the cake and flower details by coordinating with vendors in Truckee. We simply researched the general information we wanted: i.e. type of flowers, cake design. With her extensive experience (she coordinates 16 weddings per summer! for the last several years!) she will always give you appropriate advice and recommendations to your questions and to fill in the gaps of your knowledge (i.e. who gets a corsage? how much cake is needed for your wedding guests? etc.)\r\rAdditionally, we had a mishap with our ceremony officiant just two weeks before the wedding! We mentioned this to Meghon and she immediately recommended a nearby and affordable officiant to save the day. Meghon had the perfect sense for us as a couple...our new officiant (Viviane) matched our personalities perfectly and the ceremony was beautiful!\r\rMeghon consistently worked to get us the best deals, and even went so far as to organize a golf outing for my husband's Tahoe bachelor party. She is honest and straight-forward about any and all wedding expenditures, no hidden fees or unexpected surprises (and if you're confused about a price/expense, just ask and she will explain thoroughly!).\r\rThe complementary (after submitting venue deposit) wine and food tasting at Sugar Bowl proper is a luxurious and delicious experience (to be shared with a handful of close friends and/or family...4 additional guests) that enables a couple to get a true sense for what their guests will experience during cocktail hour appetizers and the reception. The chef is amazing!\r\rDuring the week leading up to the wedding, we were quite anxious (understandably as we didn't know what to expect!) about everything from ceremony music to centerpiece set-up. In just 30 minutes of meeting in person with Meghon, all our anxiety was put to rest, she knows exactly how to handle all situations! The ceremony/cocktail hour/reception/bonfire after party went off without a hitch...I was unaware of even one scheduling, food, alcohol, etc. \"issue\"...Meghon and her team handled every detail calmly, kindly, perfectly. \r\rIf it weren't such a generally exhausting process, Dan and I would get married again and again at Sugar Bowl! \r\rWe love you Sugar Bowl!\r\rLove,\rDan and Rachel
Reviewed on 03-08-2012

Meredith Dearborn (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2012
We just got married at Sugar Bowl a few weeks ago (July 2012) and I cannot say enough awesome things about Sugar Bowl, its staff, and especially Meghon Shrewsbury, who is worth her weight in GOLD. There were so many things we didn't think of, but the folks at Sugar Bowl did. Lake Mary gets buggy -- Citronella candles and bug spray for guests? Check! Some people don't like DEET -- two bottles of DEET-free spray? Check! The room with the cakes gets hot. Windows open for a cross-breeze? Check! They just took care of everything, and it was seamless and perfect and allowed me just to enjoy the day and be married. Worth every penny of the venue fee (which is CHEAP compared to Bay Area venues, btw!) And the guests are still talking about the chairlift ride (definitely get the Disney lift! I recommend sending everyone up with a glass of champagne.) Donner Pass is a special place for me, and we were delighted to get married just a few miles from where we fell in love, but even if you don't have a connection to the area I highly recommend getting married here, particularly if you have sporty guests who will appreciate hikes just out the back door. The rooms are rustic and charming, some a little small, but we put all our young party-hard friends in the building and they loved it. Honestly -- Could not be happier with this venue. Would give six stars if I could!
Reviewed on 31-07-2012

Andrea Meyer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-08-2011
\rWe were married in August of 2011 at Sugarbowl. The setting was just gorgeous, beautiful flowers, super green grass and a little bit of snow on the top of the mountains. We even had a babbling brook, right behind the area where we had our ceremony (something we didn't know existed because we chose the site in the winter when everything was covered in snow).\r\rThe food was great and the service was even better. Meghon and staff were very attentive and made sure we had nothing to worry about. \r\rI would highly recommend this location to anyone getting married who wants a scenic mini destination wedding!\r
Reviewed on 07-11-2011

Karen Rooney (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-08-2011
My husband and I just tied the knot in August 2011 at Sugar Bowl and are extremely happy with our decision to wed at the Resort. We had 145 guests and everybody had a great time. Many guests said that it was the best wedding they've ever been to. We had our ceremony on the beautiful lawn and the reception on the Village Lodge deck. I highly reccommend the chair lift for happy hour. The view from the top was incredible and such a unique touch to the festivities. Meghon and her staff went above and beyond our expectations! Meghon was very fast to answer all my questions and had so many helpful ideas as well. The food was AWESOME and the signature drinks that we wanted were delicious as well. Sugar Bowl was a magical experience in every way. Even the rehearsal dinner food was incredible and service was impecable. Thank you again Sugar Bowl!!!
Reviewed on 29-08-2011

Sam Diaz (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-07-2009
My wife and I got married on the lawn in front of the Lodge on July 4, 2009. I planned the wedding and so I thought I pretty much knew what to expect. The staff far surpassed my expectations and sewed up more than one situation. For instance, it was a hot day, guests were seated and the ceremony was held up waiting for a relative to arrive. The staff was on it, serving tea lemonade, water, etc. to all of the waiting guests, quickly and without any cue from me. Aside from that one instance, they seemed to be everywhere making sure everyone was taken care of, but at the same way making themselves unintrusive. I felt like they totally had us covered. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was just what we were looking for: a place where everyone could feel comfortable and enjoy the beauty around them. Having the lodge as our castle was a huge bonus, in my mind: everyone was able to fully enjoy the party, knowing that their room was just upstairs. On top of all that, Meghon was a pleasure to work with and made all the business of wedding planning fun.
Reviewed on 04-04-2011

Alicia Achurra (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2010
We had our wedding at Sugarbowl in August 2010. It was the most amazing experience. Meghon made everything so easy, there was no stress for me on the day of the wedding. The venue is so beautiful, we have the most amazing photos. And staying in the hotel that night was very fun. I would recommend this venue to anyone!!!
Reviewed on 02-04-2011

Montana Mitchell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-07-2010
My husband and I had our wedding and reception at Sugar Bowl in the summer of 2010. We had such a great time both at the wedding and planning it. It turned out beautifully! Meghon was sucha great help through out it all. She was always quick to respond to my many questions. Her and the resort are both very open to alot of ideas and help in anyway they can. The setting is gorgeous and recieved a lot of compliments from our guests. The food was to die for! Tons of compliments from that as well. The service was exceptional from the bartenders to the hotel staff, they were all extremely helpful and fun. I would do it there all over again in a heartbeat!
Reviewed on 30-03-2011

Marcie Hatch (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2010
We got married at SugarBowl's Lake Mary site in August 2010 with about 75 people...it was absolutely magical. The site made the wedding no question...I still get comments on how the stunning the backdrop was \"stunning\" and the wedding was out of a storybook. We also got amazing wedding photos on Rainbow Bridge about Donner Lake since it was two minutes away. For an outdoor wedding, it had a perfect dance floor. For those who didn't like to dance, they could hang around the firepit and play horseshoes. And the kids, they ran around everywhere and loved splashing at the water. \rMeagon and Charl (sp.) were the perfect hosts. The service was impeccible - I was the most relaxed bride because there was absolutely nothing to do or worry about - they took care of it all and not a single ball was dropped. Like most brides, I was a little freaked how it would all come together, but Meagon reassured me with every call and she was right. They know what they are doing.\rAlso - since we opted for the buffet, I didn't expect the food to be so delicious. Sugar Bowl was very accomodating with creating our menu and it got rave revues from everyone. I would only recommend to treat the tasting like a date - it's truly a five course meal and the fact that my husband ate a giant burrito first did not sit well with his stomach. :) And most importantly - get the fried cauliflower appetizer...ridiculously good.
Reviewed on 21-03-2011

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