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Why a remote location for your wedding could be worth the drive; especially when it's The River House in Condon, Montana!

Writer: Donna LangstonDonna Langston

Updated: Jan 16



The Swan River and Swan Mountains are the backdrop to one of our ceremony sites at The River House
The Swan River and Swan Mountains are the backdrop to one of our ceremony sites at The River House

Choosing The River House in Condon, Montana might be seen as a remote location for your wedding or as an exciting destination wedding site in the gorgeous Swan Valley! The extra drive to Condon, Montana can offer you a unique and memorable experience. Here are several reasons why it might be worth the extra mile to book The River House Wedding and Event Venue.

The River House Wedding Venue outside of Missoula and Kalispell, Montana offers breathtaking natural beauty, providing a gorgeous backdrop for your ceremony and photos. The Swan and Mission Mountains offer views that are comparable to National Parks but without the thousands of other visitors. At the River House as other secluded venues you have a more private and intimate celebration. A place where you can connect with the ones that matter while experiencing the beautiful mountains, rushing rivers and the wild forests. Just imagine a green meadow with dots of wild flowers next to the Swan River all under the gaze of the Swan Mountains. It is your own private retreat.

Getting married in a remote location can create a one-of-a-kind experience that your guests will remember for years to come. The venue becomes not only a destination but an experience. In walking the 20 acres from the Swan River to Glacier Creek you have open spaces to trails in the woods or to a rocky beach front. Often the eagles are perched high in the trees looking down or the River Otter is swimming or even at times you hear the Elk whispering to each other.

Wedding venues in the cities can be booked far in advance while more remote locations may offer more availability and flexibility in scheduling. At the River House we cap our weddings so each couple receives individualized attention. There's also the fact that there are only a small amount of people who will have opportunity to be photographed with these gorgeous views. The photos in public areas lack individuality while The River House offers exclusive photo opportunities.


A hike down the road in the Swan Mountains
A hike down the road in the Swan Mountains

Many remote venues have outdoor activities, such as hiking or rafting, which can make your wedding a multi-day celebration. At The River House we are situated between the Bob Marshall and Mission Mountain Wilderness areas. There are numerous trails and over 3,000 lakes in the valley. Before and after the wedding celebration everyone can enjoy the area.

Being surrounded by nature can create a calming environment, allowing couples to connect more deeply with each other. The anxiety of a wedding can be decreased when in the natural world. At The River House we have ceremony sites at the meadow and river or in the forest helping the bride and groom to relax and to be more mindful and aware of their special day.

Remote venues often allow for more individualization and creativity, enabling couples to design their wedding exactly as they visualize. Instead of just another fancy barn, The River House has 100 year old cabins that have been repurposed to offer gatherings for the celebration. Our original Montana homestead offers authenticity that you don't get in a newer barn. The buildings and tents can be decorated to the express the personality of the couple and their wedding.

Guests can enjoy a vacation, exploring new places and bond over their experiences and make lifetime memories. For many people Condon, Montana will remind them of how it use to be. We live in a small community where there's more trees and wildlife then people. In Condon we do have 2 grocery stores, a restaurant and a bar. For people visiting Montana they get to see what all the fuss is about, why Montana is such a special place.

A less commercialized venue can lead to a more relaxed atmosphere, reducing the stress often associated with wedding planning. There are vacation rentals and other accommodations and camping in the Swan Valley allowing a place for all your guests.

Remote locations for a wedding may offer the chance to experience special sites in the area, adding a special element to your wedding. The River House is 55 miles from Flathead Lake and 89 miles from Glacier National Park allowing for people to visit these beautiful places after your celebration is over. We are located 81 miles from Missoula, Montana and 64 miles from Kalispell, Montana.

A remote wedding location can provide a beautiful, intimate, and unforgettable experience that reflects your unique love story while including family and friends in this exciting adventure.

We'd love to have you learn more about The River House Wedding and Event Venue in Condon, Montana by asking for more information and then a tour. Please contact us at 406-861-2873 or email reservations@riverhousemontana.com and visit our site, riverhousemontana.com



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We'd like to thank the talented photographer Callie from Wild Childs Photographs for her photos. https://wildchildphotographs.com


 
 
 

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