Elyse Cornish 2023-10-17 Elyse Cornish 2023-10-17

Why a pop-up elopement is perfect for you

Dream of eloping at a secluded farm, tucked away in a beautiful corner of Vancouver Island? Our Smith Lake Farm pop-ups might be exactly what you’re looking for!

Smith Lake Farm Pop Up Elopements: Your Journey to Forever Made Effortless

Nestled on an extensive acreage in Comox Valley, on Vancouver Island, exists a pocket of true natural beauty and enchantment known as Smith Lake Farms. We hosted our first pop up elopement date this year and it was truly a magical experience for all (us included!). On this beautiful weekend in June, two couples embarked on their journey of forever, surrounded by the infinite and breathtaking surroundings that Smith Lake Farms has to offer. With its own lake (complete with lakeside glamping sites), orchard, on-site beekeeping apiaries, barrel sauna and countless trails to explore, we truly didn’t want to leave! You want your elopement to be as intimate, memorable and as unique as your love. So why limit the magic to one day? Imagine celebrating your elopement at this tranquil lakeside farm where you can enjoy 3 nights of included accommodation your own private glamping site with your partner (and as many as 12 guests!), with all your elopement essentials in one all-inclusive price. And the best part? This one-of-a-kind experience comes at a fraction of the cost of a typical wedding or an elopement with all the bells and whistles.

Does this sound like a dream for you and your partner? Here’s why it absolutely should be:

1. Adventure and spontaneity: We believe in the magic of spontaneity and embrace the adventurous couples we connect with through our elopements. Our pop-up elopements at Smith Lake Farms allow for endless breathtaking natural landscapes to become the backdrop to you ‘I dos’. The farm allows for those free spirits and nature lovers to experience the start of their forever in a truly unique and special locale in Comox Valley. Together with our experienced vendors, we have carefully crafted an unforgettable experience that combines the raw beauty of the farm's landscapes with the magic of your most cherished moments.

2. Simplicity and ease: Wedding planning is undeniably a stressful experience, especially without a planner. The countless decisions to be made on a budget that lie on your shoulders are endless and can feel downright overwhelming. Our pop-up elopements are here to whisk away the burdens and give you an experience that is beautifully uncomplicated. We take all the guess work out of the stressful parts, allowing couples to be as uninvolved as you could hope; just show up dressed to the nines, alongside your beloved and get ready for an unforgettable intimate experience! We cover everything else – your officiant, hair and makeup to make you feel your absolute best, mesmerizing florals and arbor décor, as well as your accommodation; every detail is meticulously attended to! With the absence of decision-making distraction, you can expect the elopement of your dreams, effortlessly tailored to your love story.

3. Budget-friendly bliss: everyone loves a wedding, but the price of a dream wedding often can be not so lovable. Pop-Up elopements offer a budget-friendly alternative by allowing couples to cost-share vendor expenses with other couples at the same venue on the same day. Your start of forever can still be as dreamy as you desire with no expense spared for your included luxury florals, décor, accommodation and refreshments and so much more - without the financial burden!

4. Intimate and personalized: Pop-up elopements offer an intimate and personal experience that is crafted exclusively to you two as a couple. Our pop-up elopements allow for a deeply connected and profound experience of this most sacred day of your journey together. Your love story is unique to you as a couple and should be celebrated as such! Our wonderful officiant meets with you as a couple in the weeks leading up to your elopement to curate your ceremony specific to your love story. Whether you opt for personalized vows, incorporating of meaningful rituals or traditions, attendance of a few guests or just witnesses, you have the freedom to have your elopement YOUR way. Get swept up in the magic of an intimate and specialized celebration that is anything but ordinary!

5. Out of towners? No problem!: With our Smith Lake Farm Pop Up Elopements, the lakeside setting, intimate atmosphere and luxurious glamping accommodations come together to create a wedding celebration that embraces nature, relaxation and a unique experience with you and your partner (and any guests you choose!). With not 1 but 3 nights (!!) accommodation included with our SLE elopement packages, we offer a luxurious and unique way to explore the great outdoors. Imagine retreating to a cozy tent with all the comforts of home, complete with comfortable furnishings and stunning views of the lake. Glamping allows you and your guests to be fully immersed in nature experience the tranquility of nature while enjoying the comforts and amenities that make your stay special and even more memorable!

If you're seeking a unique and meaningful way to say "I do," consider eloping at Smith Lake Farms—where love, nature, and true serenity come together to create a truly magical experience. By embracing the simplicity, spontaneity, and personalization of a pop-up elopement at Smith Lake Farms, we can help you create a day that focuses solely on celebrating your beginning of forever and making it a truly memorable day!

Elyse Cornish 2023-08-03 Elyse Cornish 2023-08-03

Smith Lake Farm Elopement

Beneath the trees, a charming glamping site overlooking the lake set the stage for N&H’s heartfelt elopement at Smith Lake Farm in Comox Valley

COMOX VALLEY, BC

Beneath the trees, a charming glamping site overlooking the lake set the stage for Natalie and Harry’s beautiful and heartfelt elopement ceremony at Smith Lake Farms in picturesque Comox Valley. A beautifully crafted floral arbor stood tall beneath the shaded site in the warm June sun with nothing but the sound of the wind and occasional bellowing bullfrogs of the nearby lake.

With only their two children present and the soulful "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding playing after their first kiss, Natalie & Harry’s elopement was a true intimate celebration of the special love this little family shared. There were many special moments of laughter, heartfelt vows and a few tears shed by all those present (including us!), each one emphasizing the couple's unwavering love for each other. Their added beautiful gesture of presenting cedar roses to their children during their ceremony thoughtfully symbolized their commitment to growing together as a family.

Natalie and Harry’s elopement was a true honor to be a part of, reminding us of the inherent significant of the work we are so passionate about and LOVE to do! On that day, we were reminded of the joy and purpose in curating such magical moments for couples and their families as they embark on their journey as a married couple from that day forward. We extend our warmest wishes to Natalie and Harry as they start their forever together!

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