Felicia Events sat down with Ilana Heyne from Plumpjack Squaw Valley Inn

Ilana Heyne: PlumpJack combines the refinements of a world-class hotel with the charm of a mountain lodge. The Inn is conveniently located at the base of the Squaw Valley ski area and pedestrian village. Comfortable and casually elegant, our Lake Tahoe mountain escape offers an intimate resort experience, complete with fine dining and an attentive staff that’s dedicated to making your stay everything you dreamed of. From the mountains to the lake, there’s ample opportunity for outdoor adventure. With slope-side access and some of the area’s best hiking, PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn, near Lake Tahoe’s North Shore, offers more than just a getaway, but a true experience.

FE: What kind of atmosphere does Plumpjack offer for weddings? 

IH: Set amidst Lake Tahoe’s scenic beauty & rugged mountains, PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn provides a dramatic backdrop for your destination wedding. You’ll find the perfect blend of 

personalized service and casual elegance in everything we do, from our food and wine to our event design and décor. PlumpJack can accommodate an intimate wedding of 50 to a larger gala with 220 guests with a variety of indoor & outdoor options foryour big day.

FE: What can a couple expect when working with Plumpjack to plan their special day? 

IH: Your wedding is our team’s top priority! Our intimate property allows for a custom experience and personal attention to every detail. Our team will work with you on planning every 

detail of your weekend to ensure a smooth and fun-filled celebration here on the property. The planning of your wedding is a very customized experience. We work with every couple to help their vision become a reality. We offer a customized tasting for all of our wedding couples to design a wedding menu to reflect their style and personal likes & dislikes. The personal touches and details are what set your wedding apart and we will work with you on the details every step of the way. 

FE: Does Plumpjack offer the whole deal for weddings, from ceremony to reception? 

IH: Our 56 room boutique hotel is the perfect “home base” for your wedding weekend with all the activities of Squaw Valley just steps from our front 

door. Our hotel room rates include a daily hot gourmet breakfast, which is the perfect start to every day and gathering place for family & friends to plan their daily activities. At PlumpJack we can work with you to customize all your wedding weekend celebrations. We host bridal luncheons, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and of course, the main event. Our gorgeous creekside ceremony location with tram face backdrop is the perfect location to tie the knot. We have multiple indoor & outdoor options for your events and can create a unique feel for each one if you would like the convenience of hosting multiple events throughout your wedding weekend at PlumpJack. 

FE:Can couples bring in their own cake, music, photographer,wine, etc.? 

IH: We provide a list of preferred partners to help with the planning of your wedding day but you are welcome to bring in your own vendors from anywhere in the world! All food & beverage is provided by PlumpJack with the exception of a wedding cake which can be brought in from an outside bakery. Our sales team will work with you on providing suggestions for vendors as many of our brides & grooms are planning from all over the country and even overseas.