Reviews of Sanctuary Gardens (Event Planner)

Erin Friesen

Could not say enough great things about sanctuary gardens! Not only is it beautiful but run impeccably! So helpful and friendly!

Lori-Lynn Lisa

Absolutely wonderful to deal with and very well organized! Loved Shooting here!

Jake Hodder

Sanctuary Gardens is an amazing and magical place that I've been fortunate to photograph at on many occasions. Keep in mind It is not open to the public, so it's not a place you just swing by.

Kim Rhindress

A local gem!! We were married here six years ago when they first began doing weddings. Feeling nostalgic, we asked if we could stop by yesterday on our anniversary. Another wedding was booked later that day but the owner said “sure, come over a few hours before”. The place is even nicer now than when we got married as a beautiful enclosed portion has been added with bathroom facilities. The landscaping and natural beauty of the area have been lovingly thought through to create a magical and memorable setting. Uninterrupted views of the lake and mountains. So magical! We enjoyed some wine and cheese we had brought and although it was very windy outside, enjoyed a beautiful walk down memory lane. I can’t think of a more perfect place to celebrate our love ????

Michelle Goodwin Weddings

Wow! This venue is an absolute dream come true. From the moment you pull in, the breathtaking architecture and scenery takes you away to a beautiful oasis of serenity. Kirsten is so wonderful and welcoming. You can tell she truly cares about her guests' experience at Sanctuary Gardens because of the amount of hard work she puts into keeping it pristine and in tip top shape. Highly recommended hosting your wedding ceremony or other event here!!

Jrocmagoo

Excellent host! Epic veiws!

Don

Had our ceremony here and they made it so easy and perfect. No complaints at all. Thank you.

Katherine Walker

We had our ceremony at Sanctuary Gardens in August 2015. This venue was love at first sight! It is absolutely beautiful and is everything anyone could ever want in an Okanagan venue. The views are incredible and makes for the most beautiful backdrop. Kirstin does such an amazing job. Her communication is top notch and her customer service is impeccable. Thank you so much for everything!

colin macfie

Lovely

Kathie Cook

Beautiful can only imagine when everything is in bloom!

Barry Chretien

Just had our wedding here and it was amazing. Kirstin was an incredible help planning the ceremony and guiding us every step of the way. The place is nothing but magical. All our guests loved the venue and said it was one of the best ceremonies they had ever attended. Can't say enough good things about the entire experience. 10 Stars!

Angela Harrison

We couldn't have chosen a better spot to have our ceremony at. Working with Kirstin was a dream. Her kind personality, chill nature and her expertise sets the tone for an amazing day. From the moment we met Kirstin at her "Sanctuary", we knew we hit the jackpot! Such a beautiful spot with incredible views. With not having a wedding planner Kirstin ensured our day was perfect, helping make sure our rehearsal and ceremony went on without a hitch! Most of our guests were from out of town and they were at "awe" with how beautiful this property was. Kirstin truly has a special place in sanctuary gardens. We highly recommend Sanctuary Gardens for your ceremony!

John Bird

i have worked many weddings here at the past and I have to say that I'm blown away every time I work here!

Gwen Irene Merchant

My youngest Stepdaughter was married here last summer. 'Such a beautiful venue with the water as a backdrop. 'Makes me want to renew our vows after 25 years. Hmmm.????

Amanda Chandler

This venue is stunning. No decorations needed - the view is breathtaking and the attention to detail is second to none. Our day ran exactly how we envisioned it when we set out to plan our very intimate wedding - largely in part to Kirstin and her assistance in ensuring everything ran smoothly. She truly cares for the people who use her space and it’s so evident. Truly a gem, a serene sanctuary.

Cassandra & Brad Heinzman

Sanctuary Gardens is a venue like no other. You cannot walk the property and not feel every ounce of love and care that was put into every detail. The owner, Kirstin, puts her heart and soul into her business and home. Not only is it the most picturesque venue I have ever seen (and as a professional wedding photographer, I have seen A LOT), but you truly feel different as soon as you enter the gates; blessed, clear, captivated and just plain, "in awe". There really is nothing like it. Kirstin is extremely organized, making sure everything is perfect before every wedding. She is easy to get in touch with and takes time with each and every one of her couples. We highly recommend Sanctuary Gardens to any couple looking for an intimate wedding venue; it is impossible not to fall in love with it :)

Elly Lee

I loved this place. Absolutely beautiful place for wedding and other occasions. I booked Sanctuary gardens without visiting because I am from alberta and I did not have a chance to look around there. I had to trust only pictures from website. The owner Kristin is so kind, reponse very quickly, so much helpful until my wedding ceremony is done. When I visited Sanctuary gardens for rehearsal, it was first look there and I was speechless. It is way better than pictures, so beautiful and gorgeous. Its just perfect! Don't hesitate.

Jennifer Pendlington

I have never met a person so great at their job! Kirstin is AMAZING and I am so glad to have shared our wedding day with her. She is professional, kind, knowledgeable, and thinks of every little detail so that you know exactly what will be going on. She is the owner, but she's more like your wedding planner. She even offers rehearsals for free, the day before your wedding. I can't stress enough how much we loved Sanctuary Gardens!

Chantelle Devost

My husband and I held a very small (2 witnesses only) signing at the Sanctuary Gardens during the winter Solstice this past December and we can't say enough good things about our experience! From the moment we arrived, Kirsten made us feel so welcomed, and she even took a few surprise photos of us during our ceremony. The view was truly stunning, very peaceful and private. We even had a few deer off in the distance watching us, right out of a Disney movie!

Jackelyn Baer

The best in the central Okanagan to get married! Just a stunning locale... no decor needed.

Kevin Trowbridge

Beautiful wedding venue with a stylish Shabby Chic charm and stunning views. I love photographing weddings maternity sessions and portraits there!

Swetlana Klatt

Gorgeous view

Melissa Grant

Loved getting married here! Truly beautiful venue. Kirsten was the best and most accommodating to work with as well. Would definitely recommend her and her beautiful venue!

Grace Schultz

My husband and I eloped in August at Sanctuary Gardens, and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue! The property is beautiful, photos can’t even do it justice! The little details are all just right, down to the inscriptions of words of love in the stonework of the gazebo, so that you’re “surrounded by love” during the ceremony. Pride of ownership is present in every aspect of the property, which is immaculately kept, while still having a rustic feeling. Speaking of ownership, Kirstin is lovely, and she goes out of her way to ensure that everything goes smoothly during the ceremony. Even going as far as being one of our witnesses as it was just the two of us coming! We really couldn’t have imagined the day being any more perfect, in no small part made possible by this venue! Thanks so much Kirstin!!!

Christopher Alwyn Wright

Stunning views

Lou S.

Thank you Kirstin and her team for their hard work in coordinating my beautiful Okanagan wedding. Would definitely recommend to any bride!

Frank Gorgenyi

The hostess was really kind and the venue gorgeous.

Eric Draht

I would like to shoot more weddings here!

Melissa S

A beautiful place to get married

Brad Harrison

Amazing place with the most awesome views. I had no idea this place existed. It's one of the most amazing places in the Okanagan.

Joshua Dodgson

My wife and I were married at Sanctuary Gardens, and can't say enough about how incredible Kirstin from Sanctuary Gardens made our day, how amazing the venue was, and what phenomenal memories and photos we have of our day. Thank you so much - we highly, highly recommend!

Stephanie Whiting

I had the pleasure of working at Sanctuary Gardens to do a family photo shoot. This location is so perfect! You have the view of the mountains and lake with big open grassy fields. A photographers dream! I am very much looking forward to many weddings there this season. Thanks again, Stephanie Whiting - Photography West

Adriana García

Absolutely breathtaking venue; staff is very knowledgeable and helpful, I’m extremely happy to have worked with them and will continue recommending them.

Kathy Nguyen

Kirstin - your home and venue that you have created to celebrate love is one of the most dreamiest places we have been to. Thank you for keeping in touch with us throughout this year in arranging our chosen date for our elopement. We appreciated all of the guidance and assistance the day before and on our wedding day you provided. The venue is stunning and the immediate feeling you get when you arrive is calmness. You can tell there is so much love going into the surroundings which is why it makes for the perfect place to get married. Kirstin, the owner, was lovely to work with and was very responsive in communicating with us during our planning process. We can't wait to come back for a visit one day!

Siegrid Renaud

Beautiful, intimate, breathtaking. Lovely owners.

Andrew & Debby Boss

This was absolutely our dream wedding venue. Through a few serendipitous turns we booked our small wedding here with three months notice. Kirstin was nothing but communicative, attentive and accommodating the entire way through. It is evident this is more than just a business to her; she puts her heart and soul into this sacred space. We had the most amazing day in this beautiful space and all of our guests could not believe how gorgeous it was in person.

Ian Smillie

Beautiful venue and the owner is incredibly nice. We feel lucky to have had the opportunity to have our ceremony here.

Shaun Tryon

We are so glad we found Kirstin's venue for our wedding. With Covid it was very difficult to find a location that would meet our needs and Sanctuary Gardens was perfect. Thank you so much Kirstin!!!

Eva Torres

If I could give more stars to this place, I would. Kirstin is AMAZING. She goes above and beyond. You don't need anyone to coordinate the ceremony as she does it all. She does an amazing job and adding all the little touches. She's a wonderful person to work with, very personable.

Kelsey Brynn

What NOT to say?! This venue is the most breathing venue I have ever seen. To top it off, the owner has a heart of gold! She is so sweet and accommodating. This is the perfect venue for your special day.

Kelli Johnson

A beautiful spot, absolutely gorgeous! Will definitely be renewing our vows here. ❤

Collin Ross

Such a beautiful wedding venue with a gorgeous view.

Kate Cook

We had a small elopement here on Labour Day this past year and could not have been happier with Sanctuary Gardens (and Kirstin!) being a part of our day. It's amazing how much love she puts into each and every wedding, and the venue is absolutely stunning. I wish we could go back and do it all again! Definitely made even our small wedding feel like a dream, and that's thanks to Kirstin's wonderful spirit and compassion!