Emily and Nick’s wedding day was the perfect mix of timeless tradition and lakeside romance. After exchanging vows at a local church in Ithaca, they celebrated their reception at the stunning Fontainebleau Inn in Alpine, NY - a historic manor on Cayuga Lake and one of my all-time-favorite Finger Lakes wedding venues
Why I Love Summer Weddings at the Fountainbleau Inn
Every season at this venue has its own magic, but summer brings something so special - lush greenery, dreamy portraits on the stunning grounds, bright summer flowers, and warm nights for dancing on the tented stone patio. Emily and Nick’s day captured all of that so beautifully, and it’s a reminder of why this Finger Lakes gem is such a dream to photograph.
Colorful Summer Details
One of the first things that stood out to me about this wedding was the bright, summery florals. The bouquets were bursting with pinks, purples, peaches, and even pops of blue - the perfect complement to the lush greenery that surrounds the Inn in summer. The combination of vibrant color and elegant manor house charm made the day feel lively and romantic all at once.
Lakeside Portraits at the Fountainbleau Inn
Emily and Nick carved out time after their ceremony for portraits by the lake, and it couldn’t have been more worth it. The sparkling water and soft summer light gave us such a dreamy backdrop. After spending some time by the water I loved getting wide shots of them walking back up from the lake together and through the door at the Inn.
While Emily and Nick held their ceremony at Immaculate Conception Church in Ithaca, Cayuga Lake can be a gorgeous ceremony backdrop as well. If you’re curious about what a lakeside ceremony at the Inn itself looks like, check out this stunning Fall Wedding at the Fontainebleau Inn.
Romantic Reception at the Inn
The Fountainbleau Inn’s reception space was glowing for Emily and Nick’s celebration. From cocktail hour and dancing under the tent overlooking the lake to dinner and mingling inside, the venue offered such a seamless flow for their guests. I love how the vibrant summer flowers brightened up and complemented the venue's gorgeous, historic reception space. Some of my favorite photos of the day were taken during their reception.
Getting Married in the Finger Lakes
Planning your own celebration in the Finger Lakes? Whether you’re dreaming of a Fontainebleau Inn Wedding or have your sights set on another venue in the area, I’d love to chat about capturing your day. You can also check out some of the reasons I love photographing Ithaca Weddings and Finger Lakes Weddings for more inspiration.
A special thanks to all the vendors who made this day possible:
Venue: The Fontainebleau Inn 2800 NY-228, Alpine, NY 14805
Photographer: Kelsey Travis Photography
Dress: Bridal Boutique Lewisville
Tux: Benjamin Peters
Hair Stylist: Lisa’s Dream Salon
Flowers: Michaleen's Weddings
Music: RD Entertainment
Dessert: Rashida Sawyer Bakery
Catering: Word of Mouth Catering