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Last reviewed: July 31, 2026 | Salmon Arm | Park Weddings |

Business status: Active.

Last reviewed: July 31, 2026. Business status: Active.

Tin Poppy Retreat is a micro wedding venue near Salmon Arm BC offering curated elopements and intimate weddings in the Larch Hills. Its official website documents a private, solar-powered retreat with four cabins, Emerald Hall, forest ceremony settings and wedding packages for celebrations ranging from two people to a maximum of 25 guests.

The venue’s current identity is confirmed by its official Tin Poppy Retreat website, which matches the business name and publishes wedding services, its Salmon Arm address and current contact information. The former Flower Spot website associated with the directory record is not the official site for this company. Last reviewed: July 31, 2026 (2026-07-31).

Services and specialization

Tin Poppy Retreat specializes in elopements, cabin-based micro weddings and fully hosted celebrations at Emerald Hall. Its wedding packages combine a private forest setting with selected planning and ceremony services rather than operating as a conventional large-capacity banquet venue.

The standard elopement package includes two nights in a chosen cabin, a private forest venue, professional photography, a BC marriage commissioner, seasonal personal flowers, planning and styling, and an elopement cake. A decorated wedding wreath and ceremony seating are specifically listed for Lavender Cabin elopements. The Tin Poppy Micro Wedding package includes all four cabins for two nights, ceremony styling and seating, photography, a commissioner, flowers, planning, wedding-day setup and cake. Couples arrange their own meal for that package, using a caterer or preparing a family-style meal.

Emerald Hall is the most comprehensive option. Its package lists all four cabins, a decorated ceremony and reception venue, grazing table, dinner, photography, a commissioner, flowers, cake, planning, styling, setup and cleanup. A separate Emerald Hall venue-only package omits overnight accommodation but retains a curated set of wedding services.

Venue, accommodation and guest arrangements

The retreat occupies 160 forested acres and documents more than 14 kilometres of private hiking and snowshoeing trails. Four distinct cabins are distributed around the property. Lavender, Violet and Wild Rose have private wood-fired saunas, while Tin Poppy Cabin does not. Wi-Fi is available at Lavender and Tin Poppy cabins; Violet and Wild Rose are unplugged cabins without Wi-Fi.

Capacity depends on the selected experience. Tin Poppy’s overall wedding maximum is 25 guests. The Tin Poppy Micro Wedding package accommodates and hosts up to 18 people, while the official elopement page lists Lavender Cabin for up to 10 people including the couple and Tin Poppy Cabin for up to seven. Wild Rose and Violet are presented as couples-only elopement choices. These differences make the package-specific guest count important to confirm before inviting attendees.

Service area and who it may suit

Tin Poppy Retreat is in the Larch Hills between Salmon Arm and Enderby, within British Columbia’s Shuswap region. The venue says Salmon Arm and Enderby services are about 25 minutes away. It may suit couples seeking a small destination-style celebration with cabin accommodation, private forest surroundings and some wedding suppliers coordinated within one package.

The off-grid setting requires practical travel planning. The official guest FAQ recommends four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive with good winter tires during winter. Couples should also plan food and supplies before arrival because the nearest grocery stores, restaurants and pharmacies are approximately 25 minutes away. Guests who need continuous Wi-Fi, running water or electricity should be assigned to a suitable cabin rather than assuming every accommodation has the same amenities.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

Documented features include on-site accommodation, four private cabins, forest ceremony areas, Emerald Hall, seasonal florals, professional photography and a BC marriage commissioner within the applicable packages. Emerald Hall Wedding and Tin Poppy Micro Wedding bookings receive exclusive use of the retreat during their celebration. Elopements may occasionally take place while another couple is elsewhere on the property, although the venue says ceremony sites are separated for privacy.

The principal practical limit is scale: weddings cannot exceed 25 guests, and some packages allow fewer. Tin Poppy does not offer general DIY venue rentals. Emerald Hall can provide an indoor ceremony alternative in heavy rain, but the venue otherwise describes weddings as outdoor events held rain or shine. Catering also varies: it is included in the Emerald Hall Wedding package, whereas couples using the Tin Poppy Micro Wedding package arrange or prepare their own meal.

Dogs are permitted at weddings, and self-contained trailers or camper vans may be brought within package guest limits. There are no RV hookups or serviced campsites. These are useful options, but couples should confirm pet fees, parking, trailer placement and current property rules for their date.

Pricing

Current published wedding pricing begins at $3,200 for a midweek elopement package and $9,500 for an all-inclusive micro-wedding package. The Emerald Hall venue-only package starts at $14,995. The official wedding FAQ states that applicable taxes are added to the $3,200 elopement and $14,995 Emerald Hall venue-only starting prices. Tin Poppy Cabin and Lavender Cabin elopements list eligible additional guests at $100 per person, subject to their package limits.

Starting prices are not complete quotations. Couples should request a written proposal identifying the selected cabin or venue, date, guest count, accommodation, catering, photography coverage, florals, taxes and any optional additions. The published pages do not provide one final price for every configuration, including the original Emerald Hall package with all four cabins.

Contact and booking

Wedding enquiries can be submitted through the official website. Tin Poppy Retreat lists +1 (250) 804-3314 and says email is preferred because cell service at its office can be spotty. Its contact page publishes tinpoppybc@gmail.com, while the site footer also displays info@tinpoppy.ca. Couples can request a tour before deciding and should use the official enquiry form if uncertain which email address is being monitored.

A non-refundable deposit secures a wedding date. The official FAQ says the remaining balance is typically divided into instalments approximately six months and two months before the wedding, with flexible schedules available when possible. It also says popular May-to-October dates often book 12 to 18 months ahead. That is planning guidance rather than proof that any particular date is available, so availability must be requested directly.

What couples should confirm

Before paying a deposit, obtain the current package document and contract. Package names and inclusions differ, especially around accommodation, catering, exclusive use and wet-weather options. Confirm the exact number of people counted as guests, the cabins included, arrival and departure times, mobility considerations across the forest property, and whether all attendees have suitable transportation.

Couples bringing outside photographers, hairstylists, musicians or other suppliers should confirm liability-insurance requirements. If alcohol will be served at an Emerald Hall Wedding or Tin Poppy Micro Wedding, the venue says the couple must obtain a BC Special Event Permit. Its intimate elopement packages do not require that permit. Other useful points to settle in writing include the ceremony rain plan, meal responsibility, music cutoff, floral flexibility and the amenities available in each assigned cabin.

Request a dated, itemized quotation with taxes and optional charges.
Confirm the package-specific guest maximum and overnight capacity.
Ask which spaces are exclusive and whether another elopement could occur elsewhere on the property.
Verify catering responsibility, alcohol-permit requirements and outside-vendor insurance.
Review road conditions, parking, accessibility, cabin utilities and the wet-weather plan.

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Frequently asked questions

How many guests can attend a Tin Poppy Retreat wedding?

The official wedding maximum is 25 guests, but individual packages have lower limits. The Tin Poppy Micro Wedding is listed for up to 18 people, and cabin elopement capacities vary by accommodation.

Does Tin Poppy Retreat offer venue-only or DIY weddings?

It does not offer general DIY venue rentals. A curated Emerald Hall venue-only package is available without overnight accommodation, but it still includes specified planning, ceremony, food, photography, floral, cake, décor, setup and cleanup services.

Is accommodation included in the wedding packages?

Accommodation is included in the standard elopement, Tin Poppy Micro Wedding and original Emerald Hall packages. The Emerald Hall venue-only package is the documented exception.

Can a dog attend a Tin Poppy Retreat wedding?

Yes. The official wedding FAQ says well-behaved dogs may join ceremonies, photographs and celebrations. Couples should confirm the current pet fee and supervision rules for their accommodation.

What do Tin Poppy Retreat wedding packages cost?

Published starting prices are $3,200 for a midweek elopement, $9,500 for an all-inclusive micro wedding and $14,995 for the Emerald Hall venue-only package. Final pricing depends on the selected package, date, guests and additions.