Poconos Airbnb elopement

August 28, 2023

Olivia and Jason planned the perfect Poconos Airbnb elopement. The two of them live in the Pacific Northwest, but wanted to make sure that they included their immediate families in their wedding day. In particular Olivia’s Nan, who turned 96 the day after. They decided to have their wedding at an Airbnb back in Pennsylvania to ensure Nan could be included in their celebration.

Poconos Airbnb

Olivia and Jason rented an Airbnb on a 125-acre plot of land just outside of Ricketts Glen. It had a big farm house for everyone to get ready in, and a pond which made for the most wonderful backdrop for their intimate ceremony . It also had acres of lush woods with a stream running through it, and an old stone bridge.

A bride and groom during their first look. They are walking in front of a red barn, and the brides sisters are peeking around the corner to try to get a glimpse. The groom is in the foreground wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a shear bodice

First looks

The bride got ready with some close friends and her sisters. She wore a stunning A-line dress with a shear bodice. She looked gorgeous! Once she was ready, we set her dad up outside so that they could have a moment together when he saw her for the first time. It was so sweet. Then we moved on to the first look with Jason. Jason was wearing a custom maroon suit, with a felted mouse pocket square (which was literally the cutest wedding detail I have ever seen) As Olivia walked towards Jason, you could see her sisters peaking from around the corner to get a glimpse of the first look.

A groom kisses the brides grandma on the forehead as he walks to the ceremony on his elopement day
A brides grandma walks her down the aisle towards her groom and the officiant. The ceremony is at a Airbnb in front of a crystal blue pond, and blue skies.
A bride and groom stand on a pier in pond during their intimate ceremony. The bride and groom are holding hands, and the brides sisters are officiating. One is wearing a floral dress and one is wearing a red dress

An Intimate Ceremony in Nature

The bride and groom chose a spot in front of the pond at the Airbnb to hold their intimate ceremony. They wanted Nan to have a special roll in the ceremony, so she got to walk Olivia the final portion of the aisle towards Jason. It was such a special moment (I love the love between grandparents and grandchildren. It melts my heart every time)

A bride and groom holding hands facing each other on their elopement day. They are standing in a rocky riverbed surrounded by woods. There is a stone bridge in the background. The groom is wearing s custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with shear sleeves and bodice.

Portraits in the Pocono woodlands

One of the main reasons the couple chose this Airbnb was the woodlands. There were so many lush spots to explore. We followed a trail down to a stream with the most beautiful old stone bridge. Because it was such an intimate wedding, the couple had plenty of time to enjoy the nature surrounding them.

A bride and groom walking hand in hand on their elopement day. The groom is holding a glass of champagne, and the bride is holding her bouquet. They are walking in the woods.
A bride and groom , enter the reception tent of their elopement. The couple is throwing confetti at their friends and family sitting in the tent. The groom is wearing a patterned Hawaiian shirt, and the bride is wearing a cotton dress
A bride and her grandmother share a sweet moment. They are holding hands, and their foreheads are touching

Party under a tent at the Airbnb

The couple really wanted their reception to feel like a fun and relaxed party for their families, and especially the guest of honor, Nan. They changed into more casual attire, and celebrated with drinks, bbq, and some lawn games.

Ready to Plan Your Poconos Airbnb Elopement?

I hope you found this elopement inspiring. This couple prioritized including their family, and having a relaxed and fun day. They added so many unique details that made the day so them. Your day can be whatever you want it to be. Dream big! Here is the guide to Crafting your Dream Poconos Elopement, and if you are still looking for a photographer let’s chat

The mother of the bride sees the bride for the first time. The photo is in black and white. The mother has her hand over her mouth with emotion.
A closeup of the groom and his felted mouse pocket square. The groom has a tattoo on his hand, and is wearing a custom maroon suit.
The bride shares a sweet moment with her dad when he sees her for the first time on her elopement day. She is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice and sleeves
The bride and her dad embrace when he sees her for the first time on her elopement day. She is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice and sleeves.
The bride shares a sweet moment with her dad when he sees her for the first time on her elopement day. They are both looking at the camera and smiling. She is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice and sleeves
A bride and groom during their first look. They are walking in front of a red barn, and the brides sisters are peeking around the corner to try to get a glimpse. The groom is in the foreground wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a shear bodice
A bride and groom during their first look. The groom has his hand over his mouth with emotion after seeing his bride for the first time. The groom is in the foreground wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a shear bodice
A bride and groom kiss and embrace in front of a red barn during their first look on their elopement day. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice
A bride and her dad standing under a tree waiting to walk down the aisle for the brides wedding ceremony. The dad is looking at his daughter, and the bride is laughing. The bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice
A bride and groom stand on a pier in a pond during their intimate wedding ceremony. They are looking out at their guests. The brides sisters are the officiants. They are standing below a arch made of pampas grass. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice
A closeup bride and groom hold hands during their elopement ceremony. Both have tattoos on their hands. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice
A bride and groom hold hands during their elopement ceremony. Both have tattoos on their hands. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice with buttons going up the back. The photo is focused on the groom
A bride and grooms first kiss during their intimate wedding ceremony. Both have tattoos on their hands. The bride is holding the grooms face. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice with buttons going up the back. They are standing on a pier in a pond under an arch made of pampas grass.
A bride and groom hold hands during their elopement ceremony. Both have tattoos on their hands. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice. The photo is focused on the bride
A bride and groom walk up the aisle during their wedding recession as their guests throw biodegradable confetti at them. A bride and groom hold hands during their elopement ceremony. Both have tattoos on their hands. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with a sheer bodice
A bride and groom holding hands facing each other on their elopement day. They are standing in a grass surrounded by ferns and woods. There is a stone bridge in the background. The groom is wearing s custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with sheer sleeves and bodice with buttons going down the back
This photo is in black and white. A bride and groom holding hands facing each other on their elopement day. They are standing in a rocky riverbed surrounded by woods. The bride is grabbing the grooms face. The groom is wearing s custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with shear sleeves and bodice.
A bride and groom holding hands facing each other on their elopement day. They are standing in a rocky riverbed surrounded by woods. There is a stone bridge in the background. The groom is wearing s custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing an a-line dress with shear sleeves and bodice.
he bride and groom sit together on an arched stone bridge over a stream, with dappled sunlight shining through the surrounding forest, creating a romantic scene.
The bride and groom pose playfully with a young girl held upside down, smiling widely in a grassy field during their wedding celebration.
A bride and her grandmother share a sweet moment. They are holding hands, and their foreheads are touching
A couple stand on the porch of their airbnb while cheersing beers The man wears a colorful floral shirt and black shorts, while the woman dons a flowing white dress.
A detail photo of the rings of the bride and groom. The rings are in a hexagon shaped box made of glass and gold, and are on a bed of moss
A detail photo of the tables at the reception. They have antique glassware, candles, and wildflowers.
A neon sign hung on a tree that says "til death do us party"
A couple shares an embrace in a sunlit field. They are both looking at the camera and smiling. The man wears a colorful floral shirt and black shorts, while the woman dons a flowing white dress. The golden light of the sunset creates a romantic atmosphere, illuminating the grassy meadow around them.
A couple shares an embrace in a sunlit field. The man wears a colorful floral shirt and black shorts, while the woman dons a flowing white dress. The golden light of the sunset creates a romantic atmosphere, illuminating the grassy meadow around them.
A couple shares a fun picky back ride down a hill. The man wears a colorful floral shirt and black shorts, while the woman dons a flowing white dress, and no shoes.The golden light of the sunset creates a romantic atmosphere, illuminating the grassy meadow around them.
A bride and groom sitting on an old stone bridge in the woods during their poconos elopement. The couple is sitting, and their legs are hanging over the bridge. The groom is wearing a custom maroon suit, and the bride is wearing a dress with sheer long sleeves
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