Founded in 1983 by Carl and Hope Falcke, the Orchard House was the very first Bed and Breakfast in…read moreDouglas County, Nevada and Genoa. It is currently operated by their son (Gayle's cousin) and daughter-in-law as a venue for outdoor weddings and special events. The Orchard House is where Gayle's brother was married a few years ago, and what a memorable event it was. And with the recent engagement of one of her sons, a wedding at these pretty, spacious and well kept grounds may be in the works. Although Gayle and I will be wed in Napa next May, Genoa and the Orchard House remain near and dear to our home town hearts.

We celebrated our daughter's wedding at the Orchard House a few weeks ago, and the venue could not…read morehave been better. The area is beautiful, and the staff went beyond the beyond to provide a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Afterwards, we heard more than a few who specifically mentioned the Orchard House in their compliments. Great job!

This Beautiful Venue offers some of the most stunning Views, in the World. The Resort Venue is…read moreFirst Class in every way imaginable. From the snow capped mountains, the beautiful forest environment, and environmentally friendly architecture. Highly, highly recommend for your Wedding or Event!

Stunning venue for a friends and family reunion!! Gorgeous views with luxurious accommodations…read moreincluding an outdoor bar, sauna, and a pool that was perfect for the kids! We took advantage of nearby hiking and biking trails, shopped in the cute town of Truckee, and just overall had a wonderful trip, thanks to this beautiful Austin Ridge property! Owner was super responsive and helpful: couldn't be happier!

We recently joined as Young Entrepreneurs in a craft fair at The Venue. Such a convenient location…read moreon Virginia street with plenty of parking. Well sized venue and the opportunity to really decorate the space to accommodate theming or needs for a gathering.

Recently hosted my son's first birthday party at the Venue. I needed a space that was indoors since…read moreit's January and the Venue fit the bill with a great price and accommodating management! There is a divider to separate the venue from party America and they might be something to be mindful of if you have curious kids running around but otherwise it's a great space to host your event!

My brother and his wife got married here! As a wedding photographer myself, my photo + officiant…read moreteam was able to capture this wedding--and the officiant made everyone cry in a good way ;). The venue is a beautiful spot. And so underrated since it's close to Lake Tahoe. The weather was especially wet in October. It rained all day. Despite that, everyone had an amazing time, and the photos came out great. The indoor area was cozy and elegant. The space can really be crafted for each couple's taste!

My husband and I recently got married here and it was absolutely the best venue! We were so so so…read morehappy with our decision. It was definitely less expensive in comparison to some of the other venues in the area. Brittney was amazing to work with! She was so responsive and friendly! When she was out, Christy was there to help us out who was also amazing! Seriously the best team! The view is breathtaking both inside and outside. Our guests were all in shock and still talk about it months later! While the grass area seems small, we were able to comfortably fit over 100 guests. Don't underestimate it! Also I'm still obsessed with the interior!!!! It's so worth checking out at the very least! The food was amazingggg!!! Our guests also can't stop talking about this! They've all said this was the best wedding food they've ever had. I have celiacs and they were very accommodating. They also have a bunch of vegetarian options. You get to try a lot of options at the food tasting which was very helpful! I promise you that you won't go wrong with the broccoli!!! Everyone went wild about it! There's not a single person who hasn't talked about it, even the people who aren't big veggie people were obsessed! Also the chicken was phenomenal! It's not far from downtown Reno. We stayed at the GSR and rented charter busses for all of our guests and it worked out perfect! It's not a super windy road, but definitely half way up the mountain. We were probably in the busses for 20 minutes tops. Seriously the best place to get married! Out of all the spots we talked to and considered all over California, Oregon, and Washington this was the best option at least for us and definitely the most friendly we've talked to.

I came here for the first time for a wedding reception. I was not even aware of this venue or that…read moreit could be rented out. What a beautiful and quaint venue with both inside and outside space. Located inside the Rancho San Rafael Park and bordering the Ranch House grounds is the Wilbur D. May Arboretum. There are multiple rooms with a kitchen and bar area. I noticed there was an upstairs available too. I was informed that the venue was inexpensive. If you want to have a sit-down meal the space is limited. The weather was nice which meant a lot of people took advantage and were seated outside in the courtyard. The full house not including the kitchen is $90.00 an hour with a two-hour minimum and a maximum of 150 people along with a $500 cleaning deposit which is refundable. Check out this link for more information https://www.washoecounty.us/parks/parks_and_trails/park_directory/peavine_district/main_ranch_house.php

https://www.washoecounty.gov/parks/rentals_and_permits/reservable_buildings/ranch_house.php…read more This is the correct link for this venue.

The location is perfect - in either the snow or the sunshine! The mulled wine is delicious and…read more and the chips and French onion dip make a perfect snack!! There are many other good things here to eat as well. And by the way, the service is fantastic!!!

We frequent the lodge after biking at Sky Tavern. On Wednesdays there is live music. The cocktails…read moreare great with fresh squeezed juices and not all sugary. They also have a couple beers on tap with more in the cooler that my husband enjoys. We usually get a pizza to enjoy. The owners are lovely and always friendly. There is quite a bit of patio space to enjoy sitting outside when the weather is nice.

Aspen Grove has a lot to recommend itself. It is a spectacular, tree-studded, natural setting…read morebordered by a babbling brook on one side and the Hyatt Regency on the other. Top-notch banquet catering. While the space is lovely, Aspen's Event Coordinator, Denise Sullivan, is a treasure. Except for the DJ, all the vendors we used were on Aspen Grove's approved list. Two hours before the ceremony was to begin, the fully paid DJ* called to let me know he would not be showing up. Denise was able to locate a replacement DJ (Jerod Arreguini of JAM Entertainment) who was far superior to the contracted one. Both the venue and the customer service were perfect. * DJ David Peres Reyes of Kunfuzed Entertainment has yet to refund me

The best wedding venue on Lake Tahoe. Small, private, and naturally stunning. Get married here. You…read morewon't regret it. Also use The Entertainer for your rentals & planning.

We had the pleasure of getting married at Winters Creek Lodge in October of 2025. Crystal was…read morewonderful to work with throughout the process from saving our date to keeping us on schedule the day of. The staff were beyond our wildest dreams; so professional, kind, and on top of everything. Our guests all raved about the food. Petal & Stem Flower Co did our flowers and they said it was a breeze working with the venue to set up and break down. The most amazing friends provided our stunning photography and DJ services. Everything, including the weather was absolutely perfect. We highly recommend to any and all.

Book this Venue ASAP! You won't regret it!…read more We recently had our wedding at Winter's Creek Lodge and our experience exceeded our expectations! Judit was a PHENOMENAL venue coordinator. She also acted as a Day of Coordinator and worked with the DJ and photographer to ensure the day ran smoothly. Judit helped us set up the day before the wedding. She met with us several times throughout the year to ensure we had no further questions. Typically, Day of Event planners can cost thousands and this is a special, and crucial perk that is included in the cost of the wedding. While hiding before the ceremony, Judit brought me and my bridesmaids a glass of champagne while we waited behind a curtain to walk down the aisle which was just so sweet and thoughtful. Judit truly has a heart of gold and genuinely wanted my Husband and I to have an elegant yet affordable wedding. I cannot believe this Venue is not booked YEARS in advanced. The price is unbeatable and the views are breathtaking. I love the modern aesthetic which made for timeless photos. It rained most of our wedding day and the views and ambience was still stunning. Our guests LOVED the food. We chose chicken and steak. The appetizers were also a crowd favorite. Once again, the price was very reasonable and they had many options of food to choose from. The bartender was fast and they made the exact specialty drinks we asked for. Choosing Winters Creek Lodge with the help of Judit was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. My husband and I moved to Reno only a year ago so our wedding was a destination for our guests and we wanted to impress them with the beauty of the area. We had 80 guests from around the country and they were all amazing by the views and beauty of the venue. Thank you Judit!!!

Awesome place to listen to summer blues. Beautiful venue, great south Reno weather. The music was…read moregreat. Revolving musicians each Tuesday through the summer. Hosted by the jokers wild blues group Loved it. You can even grab a beer there and best of all, it's in south reno

Bride or groom, friend or family of joyful couple, here you are, performing research in hopes of…read morefinding the perfect place for the perfect day, which for many individuals, only occurs once in a lifetime. Hard earned money will be invested, years/months/days will be spent planning, and you will all blindly hand over your trust to strangers, in hopes that your expectations will be met and not overlooked. I understand your necessity to work with a group whom share this days' significance, to want what you want, and to feel genuine disappointment for any shortcomings, all because that day is as special to them as it is to you. If you agree with my opening, then trust me when I say, The Grove is NOT your venue. As someone who has attended weddings at the Red Hawk Golf and Resort, Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Reno Events Center, Boomtown, Peppermill, Atlantis, Silver Legacy, Lakeridge and so forth, The Grove has been my one and only disappointment. Move on to the next venue on your list or keep reading for details. Wedding Coordinator: If I could give no stars, I would. The 1 star that I did give belongs solely to Emily, and Emily alone. Emily was the coordinator for the day of my cousin's wedding. We had actually been working with another woman, Kristin, who ended her career with The Grove the same week of the wedding. Personally, I felt that Emily was very attentive and answered to anything I needed. Food: For how much you pay, the food is definitely not worth it. Guests complained about 3 things: the portions being very small, the food not tasting good, and the servers being rude. One guest compared the size of her slice of meat to no bigger than "two chicken nuggets". Everything was small, and it definitely seemed as if there was an effort to economize... or maximize profit in lieu of actually serving satisfactory food. The servers were also moving extremely slowly, replacing food in a relaxed manner with no urgency to meet the needs of a growing line. When my cousin approached the staff to start serving plates, she stated that they snapped at her to wait because they were not ready. They were definitely treated like... crap. Staff: The prior leads me to another disappointment. Many guests complained of feeling belittled by staff whom seemed to carry an "uppity" demeanor. The last thing you ever want is for your guests to take time out of their day, dress up and feel great, only to attend a wedding where they're being treated very inferior... for whatever reason. Please make sure that you're good enough for the staff at The Grove prior to planning your special day here. Venue: The venue itself is beautiful. Linens were provided as well as glassware. The wireless microphone (the only microphone from the Grove) apparently was having issues, so make sure that your DJ does provide one or two. If you're planning a wedding, one doubt is enough doubt. I think that it's absolutely amazing that this place worked out for many others; unfortunately for us, that just wasn't the case.

Weather's warming up. Snow has melted and it's time to trade in the ski poles for trekking poles…read more Got in a nice walk on a weekday afternoon. So close to our beloved South Reno. A slice of heaven in our own backyard.

Beautiful place to hike or snow shoe. Today we went snowshoeing! You are at 6,000 feet above law…read morelevel!