The Lodge at Carawood Lake
Your perfect gathering space in nature’s embrace
Introductory rates
Available for dates in 2026!!
Only at Carawood Lake…
Say "I do" as the sun sets over Carawood Lake.
Gather around our Fire Circle as stars emerge overhead, sharing stories and laughter with your closest people.
Wake up to watch the sunrise, coffee in hand, and hearts full.
This place has such a beautiful energy to it, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Features & Amenities
Lodge Capacity & Layout
Outdoor events: Up to 200 guests on The Lawn and Campground
Indoor events: Up to about 150 guests seated in The Lodge (though a max of about 120 is more comfortable)
Open floor plan that adapts to your celebration style
Raised stage area perfect for a head table, speeches, performances, or displays
Covered outdoor patio with picnic tables connecting the Lodge to our large Lawn.
Ample parking adjacent to Lodge
Practical Amenities
Full catering kitchen with commercial-grade equipment
Tables and chairs included in all rentals
Built-in Sound system
Use of linens & centerpiece items from our Something Borrowed Closet with all Reception packages!
Climate control (AC & heat) for year-round comfort with our eco-friendly heat-pump (with gas for back-up when it’s really cold)
Accessible: The Lodge is at ground level… No steps! Plus ADA-compliant restrooms.
Unique Features
Private: Set 1/2 mile back from the road and surrounded on all 4 sides by farmland & trees
Handcrafted bar made from reclaimed wood from old barns on the property
Stone fireplace for large open-flame candle displays inside
Multiple outdoor wood-burning fire pits
Stocked 2+ acre lake (C&R fishing available) visible from the Lodge, Patio, and Lawn
Camping: Ability for your ENTIRE PARTY to stay on the grounds overnight in one of our primitive cabins or your own tent or RV!!
Types of Packages
Basic Reservations
These packages are designed for milestone parties and more casual gatherings, like birthdays, family parties, and general events. This is your standard “hall rental” where you get to DIY everything. You arrange the tables and chairs yourself and bring in all your own decorations.
Reception Packages
These packages are designed for more major events, and come with custom floor plans, table cloths, decorative items, and more flexible timing. The Reception packages are perfect for weddings, bridal or baby showers, quinceañeras, bar/bat mitzvah, vow renewals/large anniversaries, and more!
Overnight Packages
These are full buy-out packages that truly make Carawood Lake special. Get everything in a Reception Package PLUS the exclusive access for your entire party to camp overnight on the grounds in one of our primitive cabins, or their own tent or RV.
What’s Included:
Basic Reservations
Overnight and single-day packages between 10 am and midnight are available.
Single-day packages are not available on Fridays or Saturdays EXCEPT if booking a date within the next 6 months (the Upcoming Event Package).
All Basic Lodge Reservations include:
Full access to the Lodge, Lawn, Fire Circle, Picnic Point, and the Pier (catch-and-release fishing available)
Indoor tables & chairs in standard layout
Picnic tables on the Patio
Full access to catering kitchen (includes commercial refrigerator, freezer, warming cabinet, and triple-basin wash sink, coming by March 2026!)
Climate control in the Lodge (heat + A/C)
On-site parking for all guests close to Lodge
On-site dumpster and aluminum recycling for easy clean-up
Indoor restrooms in the Lodge (we’re a campground, so figured we’d mention it!)
What’s Included:
Reception Packages
In addition to everything in a Basic Rental, Reception Packages include:
More time: Start your event as early as 8 am and end as late as midnight, plus get 4 hours the evening before for rehearsal and/or set-up
Indoor tables & chairs set up in a custom layout
Free use of items in our Something Borrowed Closet that includes tablecloths (white or black), chair covers (white), and centerpiece items (lanterns, jars, glass bottles, vases, mirror rounds, candlesticks, votives, greenery, charger plates, water goblets, and more)!
Outdoor ceremony site with outdoor chairs or wooden benches set up in a custom layout
Professional grade AV equipment, including 2 portable speakers and microphones
PLUS, we set-up and tear down everything that is ours (which includes potentially most of your tablescape with all the items in our Something Borrowed Closet), saving you time and reducing stress on your big day!
Overnight Packages
Our Overnight Packages are truly what make Carawood Lake unique, because not only do you get to stay on the grounds overnight, extending your celebration through lunch (or dinner!) the next day, but you get the entire campground to yourself.
You read that correctly. You get THE. WHOLE. THING. Just you and your people. Total privacy and the freedom to be yourself during your party.
Guests can stay in one of our 3 primitive cabins or in their own tent or RV. You can also rent RVs from nearby companies for the ultimate weekend campout!
Credit System
We recognize that in many cases, guests pay for their own lodging when they attend a wedding or major event.
For this reason, we have an optional way for guests to directly reserve and pay for their own site (cabin, RV, or tent), and then we’ll apply a credit to the Host’s account, reducing the overall price of the Overnight Package for the hosts.
Are you a guest at a Carawood Lake event wanting to reserve an overnight spot?
Fill out our request form and we’ll get you set up!
Pricing
Our prices vary based on the day of the week and the time of year.
Our busiest times (warm season Saturdays) are in highest demand, while quieter times (weekdays and winter weekends) offer the best value.
This system lets couples and groups with flexible dates save significantly, while having greater availability for those who prefer peak dates.
PLUS…
Right now, we’re offering discounted introductory rates for all dates in 2026!
Prices include everything detailed in the “What’s Included” sections above. We have no required bar or catering packages, and no hidden prices.
*Host Liability Insurance
The one additional cost we require is Host Liability Insurance for all events serving alcohol. This covers YOU in the event that a guest causes significant injury or damage during the event.
This insurance can be purchased through any vendor you chose (and can often be added to a Home Owner’s insurance policy for a small fee), but common choices include eWed Insurance and The Event Helper.
Depending on the type of insurance you select and the size of your party, the cost typically ranges from $100-$150.
Lodge Availability
