[part of the Wednesday for Weddings blog series – wedding venue, vendor, decor, and idea suggestions]

When Jamie and Andre asked me to photograph their wedding, I was ecstatic! Jamie and I knew each other from high school but connected again after I took her sister, Anna’s, senior pictures when I was just starting on my photography journey.  Not only was this one of my very first weddings, but the reception was held at the same place that Chris and I were married!

I returned to Lydia Mountain for the first time following our own wedding, so it was emotion filled.  Jamie and Andre’s reception was filled with family, friends, love, and laughter.

I just love Lydia Mountain!  This reception space is an open air pavilion with a beautiful stone fireplace.

Framed with stunning wooden beams, gorgeous wood tones, and unique rustic decor, the pavilion is a lovely alternative to a barn.  With roll down sides and heaters, the area is suitable for cooler weather and rain.

Of course, the best thing about Lydia Mountain is the scenery.  Sitting on a mountaintop overlooking the valley, the views are perfect for photos or even an outdoor ceremony.

Since this wedding, the owners have done quite a bit of expanding in regards to wedding services.  They’ve cleared and leveled land to create a new ceremony location, acquired an old stone chapel for small wedding ceremonies, and also built a barn on another site.  Together with the many cabin lodgings on the property, Lydia Mountain is a wonderful option for a rustic wedding.

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– Nikki