FAQs

Couples booking our Emerald Hall Wedding or Tin Poppy Micro Wedding enjoy exclusive use of Tin Poppy Retreat for the duration of their celebration. For elopements, another couple may occasionally be celebrating elsewhere on our 160-acre property. Ceremony locations are thoughtfully separated to ensure complete privacy.

No. Tin Poppy Retreat carries the venue insurance required for weddings held on the property. Outside vendors are responsible for carrying their own liability insurance.

If alcohol will be served during an Emerald Hall Wedding or Tin Poppy Micro Wedding, you’ll need to obtain a BC Special Event Permit. Special Event Permits are not required for our intimate elopement packages.

Our Emerald Hall Wedding Package includes catering. Our Tin Poppy Micro Wedding package allows you to hire your favourite caterer, choose from our recommended caterers, or prepare your own meal.

Yes. You’re welcome to bring your own photographer, hairstylist, musician or other wedding vendors, provided they carry commercial liability insurance. For our Emerald Hall pop-up micro wedding package, we use our regular caterer, who knows the venue setup and timeline, but you’re welcome to choose your other vendors. We take care of decorating the hall,

Absolutely. We encourage couples to schedule a tour so you can explore the ceremony spaces, boutique cabins, Emerald Hall, and the beautiful forest setting before making your decision.

A non-refundable deposit secures your wedding date. The remaining balance is typically paid in two installments approximately six months and two months before your wedding. Flexible payment schedules are available whenever possible.

Tin Poppy Retreat is nestled in the beautiful Larch Hills, 25 minuets between Salmon Arm and Enderby in British Columbia’s Shuswap region. We’re approximately 5 hours from Vancouver, 5½ hours from Calgary, and about 1½ hours from Kelowna International Airport.

A pet fee of $25 per pet applies. Pets must not be left unattended in cabins.

Check-in is anytime after 4:00 pm, and check-out is by 10:00 am.If you’re hoping for an earlier check-in, please get in touch — we’re often happy to accommodate when availability allows.