Lakefront Estate Elopement
Haley and Mike got married on the edge of Lake Tahoe at a quiet lakefront home with just their closest family. The light came in soft over the water, and the wind died down right in time for them to say their vows. No venue, no crowd, just the people who mattered and the lake doing its thing.
Private Lakefront Elopement in Lake Tahoe
Haley and Mike’s elopement felt like the kind of day people dream about but rarely pull off. They stayed present, kept things small, and let the natural beauty of Tahoe carry the mood. It didn’t hurt that the lake was GLASS. There were no strict timelines or distractions just the two of them surrounded by still water, pines, and the low hum of conversation from the people they love.
Photographing elopements like this is different. There’s a stillness to it, a freedom. And when the backdrop is a lake like this, with golden light bleeding across the shoreline, you don’t need much else.
Planning a Lake Tahoe Elopement?
If you’re thinking about a private ceremony at a rental home or lakefront property:
Get permits if you’re shooting near public access or piers
Be flexible with time the light changes fast on the water
Keep the group small and the setup simple to let the location shine