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Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge

Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge is a lakeside resort in Buford, Georgia, with wedding services offered on site and ceremonies possible both indoors and outdoors.

Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge is a resort destination wedding venue in Buford, United States, hosting 350 at dinner, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$26,000 (our estimate).

Guests
350 at dinner
Venue website
Rooms
214 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$26,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Chapel on site
Venue website
Getting there
ATL · about 1 h 5 by car
Aisle estimate

About Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge

Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge is a lakeside resort in Buford, Georgia, with wedding services offered on site and ceremonies possible both indoors and outdoors.

Couples can hold an outdoor ceremony by the lake, then move into meeting and banquet space for the reception.

Accommodation spans 22 room types, from King Rooms for two to two-bedroom cottages and lake houses sleeping up to eight, so wedding parties and families can stay together.

The resort sits roughly 65 minutes from Atlanta (ATL) by our estimate, and pricing is modelled at around 95 to 185 USD per head.

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Beautiful! The breakfast buffet was very good. Check in was super easy! Had a balcony and we could see the lake. It was a great experience.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
350 guests
Ceremony, seated
350 guests

Staying over

Rooms
214 rooms
Room types
22 listed

The ceremony

Chapel on site
Yes
Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$26,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$115 to US$130 per head
Included
Catering, a coordinator and furniture

House rules

Pets
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
ATL, 65 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Space for dancing
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Lakeside, modern, elegant

The place

Swimming pool
Yes
Beach on foot
Yes
On a lake
Yes
Gardens
Yes

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Outside caterers allowed
Yes
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Lakeside resort setting with outdoor ceremony options
  • Both indoor and outdoor spaces, plus meeting and banquet event space
  • 22 room types, including two-bedroom cottages and lake houses for up to 8 guests
  • Dedicated wedding services (weddings.lanierislands.com)

Costs and booking details

Getting there
ATL · about 1 h 5 by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into ATL.

Direct line
(800) 768-5253

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

Can we get married outdoors at the resort?+

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are available, and the resort has both indoor and outdoor spaces in a lakeside setting.

What kind of reception space is available?+

The resort offers meeting and banquet event space, which can be used alongside the outdoor ceremony areas.

What accommodation is there for our guests?+

There are 22 room types listed, ranging from King Rooms and Junior Suites (2 to 3 guests) to Deluxe Suites and villa suites (up to 4) and two-bedroom cottages and lake houses that sleep up to 8. Some villa categories do not allow pets, and several accessible rooms, villas and houses are available.

Which airport should our guests fly into?+

The nearest airport is Atlanta (ATL). We estimate the transfer takes around 65 minutes.

How do we enquire about a wedding date?+

You can call +1 800-768-5253 or email reservations@lanierislands.com. Wedding details are also published at weddings.lanierislands.com.

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Sources and booking notes

Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

Venue wedding information

Sources for individual venue facts
  • Seated dinner: 350 guests

    “Perfect for weddings, receptions, and large-scale events up to 350 guests.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 350 guests

    “With an amphitheater featuring a wooden stage and a beautiful arbor on the water, it provides panoramic lake views and accommodates up to 350 guests.”
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  • Rooms: 214 rooms

    “At the heart of Lanier Islands, Legacy Lodge offers 214 comfortably furnished guest rooms, consisting of King Rooms, Double Queen Rooms and King Suites.”
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  • Room types: 22 listed

    “Queen Room with Two Queen Beds”
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  • Chapel on site: Yes

    “Discover the romance of our brand-new Chapel on Lanier, perched above Lake Lanier with stunning views, elegant details, and spaces designed to make your wedding unforgettable.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Offering an array of unforgettable indoor and outdoor Lake Lanier wedding venues, Lanier Islands Resort stands out as the ultimate provider of breathtaking backdrops in every direction.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our Complete Wedding Package includes everything you need for a seamless celebration - from stylish event setup and exceptional catering to personalized service and a complimentary wedding night stay.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: Yes

    “With the flexibility to accommodate outside catering, we make it seamless to honor the authentic cuisine and culinary customs that are at the heart of your celebration.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Grab a hand-crafted cocktail from Bullfrog’s convenient poolside service window, then stretch out on a lounge chair or relax in the calming waters.”
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  • Price: US$115 to US$130 per head

    “Buffet: $115 per person Plated: $130 per person”
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  • Included: Catering, a coordinator and furniture

    “Our Complete Wedding Package includes everything you need for a seamless celebration - from stylish event setup and exceptional catering to personalized service and a complimentary wedding night stay.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Legacy Lodge is also Pet-Friendly.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Complimentary resort parking for all guests”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “We offer ADA-compliant rooms and accessible facilities throughout the property.”
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  • Guest transport: Yes

    “Transportation assistance is available through golf carts, and a shuttle is available upon request”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “From grand ballrooms to intimate spaces, each offers the perfect setting for your unforgettable day.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Conveniently located near Legacy Lodge, Legacy Pointe is ideal for hosting ceremonies and receptions all in one location.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “The Carriage House is an open-air pavilion featuring a charming stone fireplace, spacious areas for dining and dancing, and accommodations for up to 150 guests.”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “Offering an array of unforgettable indoor and outdoor Lake Lanier wedding venues, Lanier Islands Resort stands out as the ultimate provider of breathtaking backdrops in every direction.”
    Read the source for indoors or out
  • Setting: Lakeside, modern, elegant

    “Less than an hour north of Atlanta on the shores of Lake Lanier, Lanier Islands Resort is a destination unlike any other resort in Georgia.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a heated saltwater pool, fitness and business centers, and multiple dining options.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Margaritaville at Lanier Islands Waterpark with ½ mile of white sandy beach, over a dozen rides, slides & attractions and daily entertainment (seasonal).”
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  • On a lake: Yes

    “Nestled on the shore line of Lake Lanier, our lodge offers a serene escape that seamlessly combines state-of-the-art facilities with the warmth of a lakeside retreat.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “The Chapel offers traditional, Southern architecture and a charming indoor ceremony setting, while The Garden provides an elegant outdoor space with stone walkways and a wooden arbor.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Dedicated on-site event team”
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