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THE RIVER HOUSE AT ODETTE'S New Hope, Pennsylvania An equally appealing location for a staycation wedding is the sister hotel to e Reeds, debuting this summer. e River House at Odette's is a brand new luxury lifestyle hotel with all the first-class amenities and conveniences of e Reeds, but with a vibrant urban edge. Located in historic New Hope, Pennsylvania, the riverfront hotel stands on what was once the site of Odette Myrtil's world-famous cabaret. Paying homage to Myrtil herself, e River House burgeons with French flair and style. e selection of guest rooms and suites at e River House is sure to satisfy both the engaged couple and any overnight wedding guests who choose to stay the weekend. Guest rooms feature crisp designer sheets, overstuffed white duvets, and French urban chic decor with details such as bold murals backing the beds and tued leather headboards. Each room has a view of either the river or the mountains. Food and cocktails at e River House are in line with the vibe of the hotel: eclectic. Odette's restaurant serves local cuisine either al fresco beside the outdoor fireplace, or in the stylish dining room adorned with plush furnishings, dim lights, and vibrant colors. Aer dinner, guests can stop by the Piano Lounge to enjoy some late-night music and signature cocktails. Finally, hotel guests can enjoy their members' only privilege and take their secret keys to the hotel's roof, where they will find a one-of-a-kind speakeasy with 1970's inspired decor. Here, guests staying at the hotel can enjoy a blast from the past and relish in the secrecy and excitement of this exclusive hideaway as they sip seasonal cocktails and capture sweeping rooop views. When the big day arrives, engaged couples can expect a unique riverfront ceremony followed by an edgy and stylish cocktail reception. e cocktail hour reception room melds urban elements like reclaimed wood and brick with the French flair of plush furnishings and bold murals throughout. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors ensure all guests will enjoy unobstructed river views throughout the cocktail hour. e wedding reception will take place in an open and airy ballroom with veranda overlooking the river, for up to 200 guests. Adorned with love letters and musical scores from the past, the design serves as a tribute to Odette Myrtil's 1950's French style. As guests enjoy a curated, gourmet menu and a night of dancing and celebrating, the bride and groom will enjoy the reception just as much with the help of their on-site wedding consultant, who will attend to even the smallest details. From start to finish, e River House will create a distinctive event that guests will talk about for years to come. For more information or to book your stay, visit reedsatshelterhaven.com or riverhousenewhope.com V U E N J . C O M 149

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