5.0
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Weddings with a Spectacular View
Holds ceremonies and receptions
5/5 recommend. Absolutely beautiful venue, great space, and amazing views. Everything we could have asked for and more.
Koda W.
5.0
Sky Retreat was an absolutely wonderful wedding venue. We had my daughter’s wedding there and couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place to have her wedding. The cabins were lovely, we could all stay onsite; the venue was amazing - the view, the reception hall unmatched; the staff was so wonderful and responsive, so accommodating and went the extra mile to make our day even more special! If you book Sky Retreat for your wedding, I promise you won’t regret it! Stunning!
Christine D.
5.0
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Sky Retreat is an awe-inspiring wedding venue just one mile off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. This 30-acre location is ideal for couples that dream of exchanging their vows among Mother Nature. Its elegant ballroom, rustic log cabins, and multiple outdoor activities are perfect for soon-to-be-weds to enjoy during any season.
Sky Retreat is nestled among lush rolling mountains and forests to give soon-to-be-weds plenty of privacy to host their dream day. Their Grand Event Hall boasts 6,500 square feet of space for you to design your dream theme. Sparkling chandeliers hang above the natural wooden floor, while large windows surround the space to cover your celebration in plenty of light and frame the spectacular long range mountain view. Its doors lead to an expansive covered veranda and wrap-around veranda for your guests to enjoy cocktail hour in the fresh air. During the evening, you and your guests can relax by the natural stone fireplace on the outdoor porch. For outdoor celebrations, the extensive, grassy knoll features acres of manicured lawns that make for a glorious space to exchange your vows. There is also a beautiful stone ceremony paver pad which is an ideal space for ceremonies to appreciate the long range mountain view near the waterfall garden. Gardens, pathways, and natural rock designs are present throughout the property for you to host your romantic photo sessions. Accommodations are also available onsite in the form of 14 log cabins. They boast cozy bedrooms, contemporary furnishings, and many cooking appliances to make you feel right at home.
Adventurous couples can partake in the property’s various outdoor activities, from kayaking to beautiful hikes to the local natural waterfall. During your time at the venue, you and your vendors will have access to the onsite dressing rooms, catering kitchen, and DJ area. From intimate elopements to extravagant weddings and receptions, the team behind Sky Retreat is ready to make your nuptial vision come true!
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Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
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Ballroom
Barn
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Garden
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Mountain
Park
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
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Transportation
Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
6-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Meet the team
Merin Sazinas
Owner
Merin's vision is to create an environment for people to create their most special memories! As founders of Sky Retreat, she and her husband Dima combined all the activities they are passionate about for other people to enjoy! Sky Retreat combines the spectacular beauty of nature outdoors, with the elegant indoor wedding venue, and fun activities for wedding couples and their guests to enjoy. Merin is a professional ballroom dancer, meditation teacher, paraglider and enjoys meeting the wedding couples and hosting their most special days at Sky Retreat!
Reviews
5.0
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Sky Retreat is praised for breathtaking mountain views and beautiful ceremony and reception spaces. Guests loved the convenience of on-site cabins and included rentals, making weekend stays and destination weddings easy. Staff are highly responsive and accommodating, often adding fun touches (donkeys/goats) to make events unforgettable.Review photos
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Koda W
5.0
5/5 recommend. Absolutely beautiful venue, great space, and amazing views. Everything we could have asked for and more.
Christine D
5.0
Sky Retreat was an absolutely wonderful wedding venue. We had my daughter’s wedding there and couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place to have her wedding. The cabins were lovely, w...
e could all stay onsite; the venue was amazing - the view, the reception hall unmatched; the staff was so wonderful and responsive, so accommodating and went the extra mile to make our day even more special! If you book Sky Retreat for your wedding, I promise you won’t regret it! Stunning!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Chris! We appreciate the kind words! We loved hosting you all!
Any questions?
Debbie G
5.0
The venue of my dreams! When I happened to find Sky Retreat’s Instagram while searching for venues, I knew right away that this is where I wanted to have my wedding. The photos spe...
ak for themselves - the space is absolutely breathtaking with an unreal backdrop of the blue ridge mountains. Along with the incredible views, Sky Retreat has an amazing staff who are very welcoming to you and your guests and work hard to make sure everything is set up the way you envisioned for your big day. They also have several cabins you and your guests can rent so that you never have to leave the venue, which was a huge plus for us! We had so many guests come up to us and ask us how we found this venue and how amazing it is. We genuinely could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day and weekend! If you are currently engaged and looking for a unique, beautiful outdoor venue, I couldn’t recommend Sky Retreat more!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Debbie. We loved hosting you and your guests!
Alden B
5.0
Sky Retreat was absolutely incredible—I truly can’t say enough great things about both the venue and the team behind it. From the very beginning, their communication was outstandin...
g. They were consistently kind, responsive, and quick to answer every email and call, which made the entire planning process so much easier and stress-free.
On the day of the event, their staff went above and beyond. They handled every detail with care and positivity, from helping us coordinate last-minute rentals due to unexpected weather, to handing out water on the dance floor, to safely driving us back to the cabins after a night of celebrating. Every interaction was met with a smile, and it genuinely felt like they were just as invested in making our experience special as we were.
The views are breathtaking and truly speak for themselves, and having beautiful cabins on-site is the perfect finishing touch. Everything about Sky Retreat exceeded our expectations, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. We’re already looking forward to coming back to celebrate future anniversaries!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you very much for your kind words, Alden! It was a pleasure to host you!
Bailey H
5.0
What can you say about Sky Retreat that the view doesn’t say. It was an absolutely beautiful venue and the perfect location for a fall wedding in the mountains. I knew as soon as...
we visited that no place would compare. The grand ballroom was spacious yet cozy with the string lights along one curtain wall and full glass windows on the other to enjoy the view. Having the wooden chairs and tables provided was so convenient and saved the hassle of rental, as well as the nice arbor choices. All the guests loved the covered veranda with the beautiful mountain view, fireplace, fire pit and heaters, which made a perfect place for a s’mores bar and taking their FB profile pictures, as well as alleviating my worries about an outside wedding in inclement weather. Beth was attentive and so pleasant to work with, and when we had to move the wedding date up a year due to a family member’s cancer diagnosis, Sky Retreat was so nice and accommodating in allowing and helping us change the date. Having the cabins on site is such a convenience and an added bonus to an already perfect spot. Dalton is so personable and willing to help however he can. He and everyone there worked hard to make things look beautiful and run smooth. They kept up with and fixed any issues that needed it and allowed us all to relax and enjoy the day. Friends still talk about how beautiful it was and the most amazing view for a wedding, and friends who see the pictures on FB ask me all the time where the wedding took place. It made for a dream wedding, and the entire Sky Retreat staff only added to an already amazing venue!
Response from Sky Retreat
We can't thank you enough for these kind words! We were honored to host you and your guest...
s. We hope to see you back for anniversaries or just a farm visit!
Emma D
5.0
We had an amazing experience with Sky Retreat for our New Year’s Eve wedding! Beth and Dalton were so helpful during the planning process, and Vito helped with the day of set up an...
d break down. The mountain views were beautiful, and everyone loved staying in the cabins.
Response from Sky Retreat
We love an NYE wedding!! Thank you for your review. We are so appreciative! We loved hosti...
ng you and your guests! Cheers to a lifetime of happiness for you both.
Jackie W
5.0
The venue is STUNNING!!! We really wanted a venue with cabins and this place had the best of both worlds, cabins and amazing views. We booked out the cabins for the entire weekend ...
so it was fun to be able to stay the whole weekend and soak it all in! The employees are also super helpful and quick to respond. Book this place, you won’t be disappointed!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Jackie! We loved hosting you and your guests. Happy New Year!
Karly V
5.0
Sky Retreat is an absolutely beautiful venue! The mountains and the view was breathtaking! All of our guests made sure to comment on it. Everyone we worked with at Sky Retreat was ...
so helpful and welcoming! They responded quickly to any questions we had. The cabins are also a plus, as they are in walking distance to the ceremony and reception areas. We would recommend Sky Retreat to everyone!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Karly! We were honored to host you and your guests!
Erin J
5.0
Absolutely beautiful venue and amazing staff! Their hospitality helped make our day go perfectly and they were extremely helpful from the moment we booked to the day of! Could not ...
have had a better time. Thank you to everyone at sky retreat for making sure we had the best day!
Response from Sky Retreat
Congratulations once again, we were honored to host you!
Erica G
5.0
I wanted to send a quick message to thank you so much for all you did to make our wedding a beautiful event! Despite the cold and snow, we had the best time, and we are so thankful...
to have had our wedding at your beautiful location. Everything went so smoothly, and we were so happy with everything from the setup, the donkeys, the beautiful venue, and all your help. Special thanks to Dalton for setting up our chairs without gloves in the freezing cold! You all are amazing!!!
Thank you for marking our day so special!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you for the kind words, Erica! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and fri...
ends! And thank you for being all smiles even with unexpected snow! It was beautiful!
Ella C
5.0
Sky Retreat is the most beautiful venue we have ever seen! The cherry on top, the staff is truly amazing! We got married in July and our guests still talk about how perfect the ven...
ue was and how the staff went above and beyond of make sure everything was seamless! We cannot thank Beth, Vito and Dalton enough!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Ella! We had such a great time with your group and so appreciate your kind word...
s! JJ says hi, too!
Breanna M
5.0
This venue was amazing! Every bit of it was perfect. The crew is so helpful and nice and experienced! Great people great venue
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Breanna! We were honored to host you, Ben, and your friends and family. Thank y...
ou for your kind words; they are greatly appreciated!
Caroline C
5.0
Sky Retreat is an amazing wedding venue. The natural beauty and breathtaking views make for amazing pictures! The convenience of the onsite cabins was a huge plus for the wedding p...
arty. I cannot say enough about the staff, Beth, Dalton and Vito made us feel like family from the start. They made planning my daughter’s wedding as stress free as possible. Great memories of your special event are guaranteed with Sky Retreat!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you for the kind words. We were so honored to host you and your families! You did a ...
beautiful job, and we loved being part of it!
Heather B
5.0
Beautiful venue!!! Staff are all very welcoming and nice.
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Heather. We appreciate you taking the time to share your pictures and review. L...
oved hosting you!
1828 Collective Wedding Photographer C
5.0
I've photographed multiple weddings here and it still takes my breath away every time! The views are incredible making for a perfect ceremony backdrop and amazing photos for you to...
remember forever. I absolutely love working here the staff is always so helpful and friendly...I'm so excited every time a couple books me to capture their wedding photos!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you for your kind words. We can't wait to have you back!
Martha T
5.0
Outstanding, incredible people, staff, location, venue and atmosphere. Couldn't recommend more!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Martha! We were honored to host you and your guests! Cheers to a lifetime of ha...
ppiness!
Lauren K
5.0
Our wedding at Sky Retreat was truly unforgettable. Our wedding party stayed in the big cabin on the pond, and the rest of our guests enjoyed all the other cabins on the property d...
uring our four-day celebration. I honestly cannot say enough great things about Sky Retreat — they were amazing every step of the way.
The venue itself is breathtaking, and even though the weather was foggy, it ended up creating the most beautiful, romantic atmosphere for our day. We also purchased the goat and donkey package, and it was a huge hit with our guests — everyone was so impressed and absolutely loved it.
From the warm hospitality to the stunning setting, Sky Retreat gave us the most incredible wedding experience we could have imagined. If you want your wedding to be beautiful, unique, and truly memorable, Sky Retreat is the perfect choice.
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you Lauren! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness!
Juan V
5.0
Sky Retreat was a dream come true! They helped us ensure that our dream wedding came true until the very last minute. It was also amazing to have the cabins and V&B experience avai...
lable for use!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Juan! It was a pleasure hosting your group. Best wishes to you both!
Paige K
5.0
Our wedding at Sky Retreat was everything we hoped for and more. The mountain views are absolutely breathtaking and created the most stunning backdrop for our ceremony and photos.
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The staff was just as incredible—helpful, professional, and attentive from start to finish. They made sure everything ran smoothly and were always quick to respond throughout the planning process and the wedding weekend. Vito and Beth were amazing—always just a text away.
Having the cabins right on site was such a huge plus. It made things so convenient for us and our guests and helped the entire weekend feel relaxed and connected. We’re already talking about coming back to visit for one of our anniversaries!
If you’re looking for a mountain wedding venue, Sky Retreat is it.
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you for the kind words, Paige. We were honored to host you both and wish you a lifet...
ime of happiness!
Victoria B
5.0
Such an amazing team, easy to work with, and helped our wedding run so smoothly! The option of Cabins on property for guests to stay at was so helpful.
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Victoria! We were honored to host your big day. Best wishes to you both !
Jennifer P
5.0
This is by far the most stunning and perfectly designed wedding venue. After looking at venues from the NC mountains to the coast, we signed with Sky Retreat as soon as we finished...
our tour and canceled all of our other tours. Beth and Vitold are such lovely people who were so professional and able to answer all of our questions. Beth is also the most responsive vendor of all time. From coordinating our guests’ parking to ensuring the doors to the venue were open as early as we needed, Sky Retreat was truly the best venue. The scenery is breathtaking and even their rain plan options are stunning. The paver pad was perfect for my ceremony, with cocktail hour on the veranda and our reception inside. Their tables and chairs are amazing quality. I cannot say enough good things about Sky Retreat. Our guests have been raving about this venue saying nothing can ever compare. If you’re on the fence about visiting/booking Sky Retreat, look no further. We 100% recommend this venue!!!!!! P.S. the donkeys AND the goats are a huge hit with all guests — book them!!!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you Jennifer and Ethan! We were honored to host you and enjoyed you and your guests!...
Thank you for the kind words!
Gwynneth R
5.0
Sky Retreat was PERFECT!!! I honestly can't imagine having our wedding anywhere else and we can't wait to go back to spend some more time there at the on-site cabins. The hosts, th...
e views, the venue, the weather, the cabins... everything was absolutely fantastic and if I had to do it all over again I would choose Sky Retreat again, no questions asked!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Gwynn! We loved hosting your and your guests! What a fun day! Wishing your all ...
the very best!
Hannah W
5.0
Our wedding at Sky Retreat was a dream! Breathtaking mountain views, beautiful reception venue, everything was absolutely perfect. On top of that, everyone was so nice! Our special...
day would not have been the same without the care and assistance from Tammy, Vito, Beth, and Josh! Thank you Sky Retreat for hosting the most wonderful day for us. We look forward to coming back for future anniversaries!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Hannah! We loved hosting you and your guests. We can't wait to have you back fo...
r your anniversaries! Best wishes to you both.
Paige S
5.0
Sky Retreat was the perfect venue for our destination wedding! The views were absolutely stunning, and the included arbor, tables, and chairs were a huge help for planning from a d...
istance. Communication was easy, and the venue was breathtaking on our wedding day. Couldn't be happier with the staff. 10/10 recommend!
Response from Sky Retreat
Beautiful pictures, Paige. Thank you for sharing and for your kind words. Best wishes or a...
lifetime of happiness! The Team @ Sky Retreat
Ashley B
5.0
We had our wedding here at Sky Retreat and absolutely loved it. It was such a special day and the venue is BEAUTIFUL! Everyone we spoke to from the venue were so nice and helpful. ...
The day of the wedding, the venue was ON TOP of everything they needed to do! I am so glad we decided to go with Sky Retreat and wouldn't have done it any other way.
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you Ashley! We are so grateful for your kind words. Best wishes to you both. The Tea...
m @ Sky Retreat
Nicollette P
5.0
If you're looking for a breathtaking wedding venue, then look no further. Sky Retreat was an absolutely perfect venue for our wedding. The owners are so kind and accommodating. The...
moment we toured there, we knew it was our place! The cabins on site are well kept and cozy. The grounds are kept tidy and well kept. It is 100% worth the drive up the mountain, and your guests will not be disappointed! They also offer on-site services that can not be beat (Donkeys, petting zoo, yoga, etc). Definitely check this place
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Nicollette! Best wishes to you both!
Kaylee M
5.0
Loved having my wedding here!!! Staff was very friendly!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, best wishes to you both!
Holly H
5.0
Helpful and friendly staff at a beautiful and spacious venue
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you! We appreciate your review and kink words!
Blanche J
5.0
Sky Retreat was the perfect wedding venue, offering breathtaking views and a stunning setting for our special day. From start to finish, the team was incredibly helpful, profession...
al, and attentive to every detail, making the planning process seamless and stress-free. The ceremony and reception spaces were both beautiful and perfectly designed, creating the perfect atmosphere for us and our guests. A huge thank you to the Sky Retreat team for helping us create a day we will remember forever – your hard work and dedication made all the difference!
Response from Sky Retreat
Thank you, Bebe!
We were honored to host your big day and so glad you and your guests en...
joyed it! Best Wishes for a life time of happiness!
The Team at Sky Retreat
Laura E
5.0
We recently had our daughter’s wedding at The Sky Retreat in Purlear, NC. What an enchanting place to hold a wedding!! It was a dream come true for our daughter, an easy place wit...
h conveniences for the parents and an overall fun event for our guests.
The Sky Retreat provides their full site for the wedding, at the top of a mountain overlooking beautiful mountain ranges. This venue includes a couple of outside venues, a wide expansive outside deck and a grand ballroom with a well equipped kitchen, bridesmaid suite and groomsmen room. We were also able to take advantage of the cabins on the property.
I can’t say enough about the magical time we had with beautiful mountains and fall foliage all around, goat yoga, visiting the farm, and then a perfect wedding day! Beth and Vito are so pleasant to work with, as was everyone in the area. I highly recommend this venue!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Laura,
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words! We were honored to host...
your daughter's big day and so glad you and your guests enjoyed it! We hope to see you return for an anniversary visit!
The Team at Sky Retreat
Leigh Ann E
5.0
Our wedding at Sky Retreat was magical! We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful fall day to say our "I Do's"! The folks at Sky Retreat were so amazing and helpful every step of...
the way. The views were gorgeous, the ceremony was perfect, and the reception was fantastic. Our guests enjoyed the cabins on-site as well! Our day would not have been anywhere as perfect without the help of Sky Retreat!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Leigh Ann,
Thanks for your kind words! We were honored to host your big day and so gla...
d you and your guests enjoyed it! Best Wishes for a life time of happiness! The Team at Sky Retreat
Chrissy V
5.0
We loved having our wedding at the Sky retreat! The pictures really don't do it justice. The views are spectacular and the banquet hall is lovely. All of the Sky Retreat staff were...
so helpful throughout the planning process and very communicative. We especially loved having donkeys be a part of our cocktail hour to deliver drinks! You will not regret this venue.
(professional photos by 1828 collective!)
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Chrissy!
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We were honored to host your bi...
g day and so glad you and your guests enjoyed it! Best Wishes for a life time of happiness!
The Team at Sky Retreat
Kaitlyn N
5.0
If we had to do it again, we would pick the Sky Retreat again immediately! They were so easy to work with, and you literally cannot beat the views. We were able to host our rehears...
al dinner here as well which was super helpful. Our close friends loved staying in the cabins on-site. We picked this venue for the beautiful reception banquet hall and the mountain backdrop. It looks like you are on the edge of the world. The beauty cannot be overstated. It was also convenient for us to have our guests in Wilkesboro and Boone. I highly recommend this venue and have already recommended it to a couple of my close friends who are newly engaged!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Kaitlyn, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We were honored to host your big...
day and so glad you and your guests enjoyed it! Best Wishes for a life time of happiness! Best, The Team at Sky Retreat
Kristin M
5.0
We had our wedding at Sky Retreat, and really enjoyed our experience. The customer service was fantastic, and everything was delivered as promised. The cabins were beautiful and ve...
ry clean, and all of our guests commented on how absolutely spectacular the venue was. The massages we received from V&B Experience were also a wonderful touch. We highly recommend considering having your wedding here!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi KM, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We were honored to host your big day ...
and so glad you and your guests enjoyed it! Best Wishes for a life time of happiness! Best, The Team at Sky Retreat
Gary M
5.0
Bethany Crews was asked to step just two weeks before my daughter's wedding to clean up a lot of loose ends that were not getting properly detailed. She did an incredible job orga...
nizing and executing the details. The wedding day was perfect. Bethany was very vigilant before, during, and after the ceremony through the reception to be sure the wedding party and guests were well taken care of; even to the extent of cleaning up after dogs and little ones. She was amazing.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Gary,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad you all had a good w...
edding at Sky Retreat and we hope your daughter enjoys married life!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Erin S
5.0
The Sky Retreat in Purlear, NC, honestly feels like a little slice of heaven for anyone tying the knot. First off, let’s chat about the mountain views – they're absolutely breathta...
king! You’ve got these stunning panoramic vistas that make every photo look like it’s straight out of a fairytale. Whether you’re gazing out during a sunny day or catching the golden hues of sunset, it’s like Mother Nature herself RSVP’d yes to your big day.
Now, onto the staff. These folks are the real MVPs. They’re super friendly, incredibly helpful, and always ready with a smile. It’s like having a team of fairy godmothers and godfathers making sure your day goes off without a hitch. From the moment we started planning to the final send-off, they were there, offering support, advice, and sometimes just a calming presence.
And then there’s the customer service. Top-notch doesn’t even begin to cover it. These guys are attentive, responsive, and genuinely care about making your day special. They're quick to tackle any little hiccup and are all about the details, which, let’s be honest, is what makes or breaks a wedding day.
In summary, if you’re dreaming of a wedding with stunning scenery, a team that treats you like royalty, and service that’s as smooth as your first dance, Sky Retreat is your spot. It’s not just a venue; it's an experience – one that you and your guests will remember fondly for years to come.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Erin,
Thanks for leaving a review! We love hearing all the things you loved about your ...
wedding at sky retreat and we are so happy you picked us! We hope this new chapter is your favorite.
Best,
Kaytlyn
Stephanie T
5.0
Our October wedding at Sky Retreat was more beautiful than I could have imagined! The view is so worth it when standing up there gazing out at the mountains and saying “I do.” The ...
staff at Sky Retreat were always so helpful to give multiple tours when we wanted to come back and see it before the big day. The venue was the perfect size for our 100 guest count. I loved the wrap-around covered deck with the fireplace for our cocktail hour, and the large windows inside for the reception let our guests enjoy the beautiful view during dinner. The staff even offered to move our rented arch with the flowers from our outside ceremony inside behind our sweetheart table so we could repurpose it during the reception. I wish the tables and chairs were included in the rental price though, and perhaps some other items but that seems to be the trend with most venues today. Sky Retreat worked with us during Covid to move our date twice so we could have all of our family and friends there safely. I would love to see one or more of the cabins become a dedicated bridal suite/grooms suite for future brides as part of the rental agreement because that aspect is a little tricky and we had to rent cabins on-site and off to accommodate our large bridal party of eight each. However, the mountain views, convenience of ceremony/reception space all in one, on-site cabins for guests to rent, and the staff are all great and everything was better than I imagined!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Stephanie,
Thanks for leaving this review. Your day was stunning are we are so glad you...
chose us! May married life treat you well!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Elizabeth S
5.0
I reserved this venue for my daughters wedding a year 1/2 in advance and would highly recommend it! The staff were absolutely wonderful to work with. Responded promptly to all my...
questions and were so helpful the day of the event to make sure everything was how we wanted it. The venue is absolutely beautiful and well worth the price!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Elizabeth,
Thanks for your amazing review! We are so glad you chose us to celebrate you...
r daughter's big day!
Best wishes,
Kaytlyn
Paige S
5.0
Absolutely Stunning! Pictures hardly show how gorgeous this venue is and words can only describe so
much. We are so grateful to have celebrated our wedding at this amazing site. Th...
ere are so many areas
that can provide you with a breath-taking backdrop and their ballroom is beautiful and spacious. Vito
was very helpful and inviting when we first arrived for setup. The venue was quite large and easy to get
around, and the cabins were very close by. We highly recommend booking this venue for your wedding
or any event really, you will love it no matter what brings you there. – Wyatt & Paige
Victoria B
5.0
I absolutely loved having our wedding at Sky Retreat! They are amazing and go above and beyond. It is a GORGEOUS Venue with STUNNING views!
They have the sweetest little petting z...
oo my kids loved. As well as the most wonderful staff!
Our first dance was sadly not captured by out video camera. BUT Sky Retreat SAVED THE DAY by sending us their ballroom's video that happened to capture our very special choreographed First dance!!!!
They were so friendly, answered all of our questions, and communicated with us any time we reached out to them.
We plan to go back every year for our anniversary and stay at their cabins. Hoping to enjoy all the other things they offer and that are offered in the area!
Thank you so much for everything!!!!!!!!!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Victoria,
Thanks for this awesome review. We love hearing that you had a great wedding ...
and we would love to see you for your anniversary!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Lejla W
5.0
Sky Retreat is a beautiful location! My husband and I were so lucky to have our wedding there! The views are amazing! And one of the only venues I have seen where you can see the m...
ountain views while you’re inside too! The owners were easy to communicate with and super helpful with everything. We had a blast and would highly recommend Sky Retreat!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Lejla,
Thank you so much for choosing Sky Retreat as your wedding venue. We are so glad...
you highly recommend us and we wish you many years of love and happiness!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Danielle S
5.0
What an AMAZING experience we had!! I cannot rave enough about how perfect this place was to us when we got married therein October! The view speaks for itself of course but the pe...
ople there went above and beyond for us, not only on our wedding day but for the 2 years we planned it leading up to the wedding! They were so nice, always helpful, answered ALL our questions, accommodating and super supportive during the day of the wedding. We stayed in the cabins, along with the bridal party, and it was perfect to have everyone on site, definitely worth it. I can’t speak highly enough about Sky Retreat as a venue to get married at and the people who work there so just trust me when I say book your wedding here!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Danielle,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad you had an amazing wed...
ding at The Sky Retreat and enjoyed your experience with the cabins, our staff and the venue. We wish you years of love and happiness!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Liz M
5.0
Everyone we worked with at Sky Retreat for our wedding was amazing! They were so incredibly helpful every step of the way. All of them went out of their way to help us and make sur...
e our wedding was exactly how we wanted it to be. They are truly some of the kindest people I've ever met and I can't recommend them enough!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Liz.
Thank you so much for your review. We love hearing that you had a great wedding an...
d an amazing experience with our team. We hope you are enjoying married life!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Alejandra M
5.0
Right from the start, we knew this was the venue for us. Everything went so smoothly and communication was easy and concise. We loved Vito’s hospitality and the donkeys were a sell...
ing point for us! Truly something magical about this place - charming, yet humble, elegant and stunning at the same time. We couldn’t have asked for a better backdrop for our wedding. Thank you to the Sky Retreat staff for making our dream mountain wedding come true!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Alejandra,
We are thrilled that you had your dream wedding with us at Sky Retreat! Noth...
ing makes us happier to hear that you had a good experience with Vito, the donkeys and our staff. Wishing you lots of love and happiness for years to come!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Krissy K
5.0
Our wedding at Sky Retreat was incredible. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the team is SO accommodating. We had both our rehearsal dinner and wedding there, and also rented ou...
t all the on-site cabins for the wedding party and some friends. We loved the convenience of having everything in one place. Overall, we had an incredible experience and are SO glad we chose to get married at the Sky Retreat. Would absolutely recommend!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Krissy,
We love hearing that you had an amazing wedding at The Sky Retreat and would re...
commend us! We would love to have you come back for a visit at one of the cabins if you are ever in the area. We hope you are enjoying married life!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Briana S
5.0
Absolutely amazing venue!!
The views are of course breathtaking and will awe every single one of your guests like it did ours. We received so many compliments of how beautiful and...
fairytale like our wedding was due to the venue.
The owners and super easy to work with and very flexible. Even when I show them question after question over months they were quick to respond and willing to work with me on what we needed.
We couldn’t imagine having celebrated our wedding any place else. Thank you!
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Briana,
Thank you so much for your amazing review! It makes us so happy to hear that yo...
u could not imagine celebrating your wedding anywhere else but with us at Sky Retreat. We hope you are loving your new married life and we hope to see you again!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Kristin R
5.0
Every part of our wedding at Sky Retreat was like a dream! We can't thank them enough for the perfect weekend.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Krisin,
Thanks for you review. We are glad your wedding was like a dream at Sky Retreat...
! We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you soon!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Riley A
5.0
It was a fabulous event all weekend at Sky Retreat for our rehearsal and wedding! Our family and friends thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful setting, view, and the great service that ...
you and your team provided. We received wonderful feedback from our guests and we couldn't be happier.
Thank you for guiding us and providing us with the space that will forever be so special to us.
Thank you again for your outstanding efforts all weekend as we celebrated our special day with families and friends. It was a truly memorable weekend for all of us.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Riley.
We are so thrilled that you and your family/friends enjoyed The Sky Retreat. We ...
try to make your experience as seamless as possible and we are glad you will have those memories for years to come. If you are ever in the area, we would love to see you again!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Briana T
5.0
Their customer service is out of this world. Their venue is stunning, and they communicate with you during your entire venue search.
The only reason my fiancé and I didn't go wit...
h them was because I live so far away. But they are absolutely phenomenal. I had to share my amazing experience with them.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Briana,
We appreciate your kind words and we so glad we provided you with exceptional c...
ustomer service. We hope you have/had the wedding of your dreams!
Best,
Kaytlyn
Darian M
5.0
The sky retreat was perfect for our wedding! Everyone who works there is very nice and accommodating. We enjoyed being able to have all of our family and pets stay in the cabins on...
-site as well. Would highly recommend them for your wedding or any other event you may be hosting! The view alone sells this place but having such awesome and friendly people to work with makes it even better.
Response from Sky Retreat
Hi Darian,
We love that you, your family and pets had a great wedding experience with us a...
t The Sky Retreat! We hope you have enjoyed married life so far and would love to see you again in the future.
Best wishes,
Kaytlyn
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