I cannot begin to explain how much I appreciate the team Brent has at the Cottonwood Cottage, but I am going to try! I was the bride you didn't want showing up on the big day (and yes I mean a total disaster)! From start to finish this team worked with me, calmed me down and cheered me on. The venue was beautiful, the food was delicious, the photographer produced life long memories for my family, Brent kept me updated and on track the entire time, and that wedding planner saved my life all day long! Without them, I would not have had such an amazing experience. Brent made it so easy with his all inclusive package that half the time, I forgot we were planning a wedding! It was all done for us! Not to mention the backdrop in Genoa is a hard place to beat! It is beautiful. Thank you to the Cottonwood staff for bringing our dreams to life! read more

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On Sunday Funday or a weekend leisurely drive through the picturesque town of Genoa be sure to make your way into the Cottonwood Cottage, you will NOT be disappointed. Grab one of their signature cocktails to sip on, preferably the Blood Orange Lemonade to then sit out in the beautifully landscaped outdoor area to relax or challenge your friends and family to one of their backyard games like Cornhole or Bocce Ball to build up an appetite. On this particular day, our appetites were already pre-backyard game ready to dive into the menu and we realized that we would definitely be coming back to try other options that caught our eye. We ordered the T-O-TChos that are tater tots smothered with melted cheese then topped with house-made chili, green & red onion, and sour cream - TOO DIE FOR!! Then we went for the Tri-tip Swiss Sliders on Hawaiian sweet rolls and let's just put it out there I am not a big tri-tip person because the meat is a hit or miss for me. But folks the meat was cooked to PERFECTION, topped with sautéed mushrooms & onions plus a dollop of horseradish - yeppers folks OMTASTY!! Plus a side of coleslaw that let me say, it was EXCELLENT!! with just a hint of jalapeno - yummilicious!! Looking forward to making our way down the menu with our first stop at the Genoa Peak Nachos and Cottage Burgers - (insert my awkward giggle LOL) As we finished our relaxing day here, we found ourselves gazing out at the backdrop of the mountainous views, the pine trees, along with the beautiful flowers inside the gorgeous outdoor setting all around us. Feeling like we were at a backyard BBQ of a dear friend or family members enjoying the peacefulness of the day - ahhhmazing and serene. Added bonus of Cottonwood Cottage that made this day complete, the personal, friendly service from the hosts aka owners to pull everything all together with refreshing libations, tasty, yep satisfying food to the beauty of this venue. - yeppers PERFECT DAY! Thank you for our relaxing Sunday Funday! See you soon, Cottonwood Cottage, I'm thinking on the Bike's (MC) for Bocce Ball with Bloody Mary's and Cottage Burgers for my next visit - the BBBB day for short (slight giggle lol) read more

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Such a perfect place for our wedding! Cottonwood Cottage has a cozy, rustic beauty. The setting, itself, is fabulous: warm and welcoming rustic ambience that is a beautifully restored sampling of history. We loved the comfortable beauty of the place... it felt like being at home, yet with an artist's touch to make the season pop (we got married between Christmas and New Years). This was the perfect place to stand before our families and say our vows. April does an incredible job with this venue and bringing together all of the little details to make your day perfect. She was absolutely incredible. Everything was taken care of and flowed. I was in another world, thinking of getting married, but nothing went wrong because April kept everything moving in perfect rhythm without even seeming to make an effort. She even took care of the flowers and the food. After showing April the pictures of the floral arrangements that I liked for my bouquet when I met with her prior to the wedding, she produced a bouquet more beautiful than any of the ones that I had picked out. She has an incredible knack of creating effortless, natural beauty. She even organized and prepared all of the food for our family dinner after the ceremony. No bad wedding food, here! It was unbelievably delicious. Thank you, April, for making our day incredible, perfect, and unforgettable. We are grateful to you in every way! read more

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What a find! We were on our way from Reno, NV airport to our place in South Tahoe, & found this exceptional cafe on Yelp. It was everything we could have hoped for and more: the food was all very fresh and well prepared, the drinks were delicious and refreshing (try the lemonade w grenadine & vodka!). The owners served us, and we sat outside in the beautifully landscaped private garden (the fence was built to keep deer out of the flowers, but gives patrons privacy), which is set against the beautiful backdrop of the snow capped mountains. I was very impressed with what these two owners have achieved. Friends & family who come up to Tahoe are all going to hear about Cottonwood Cottage, & we'll plan an extended-family lunch here very soon!! read more

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Gayle and I have visited Cottonwood Cottage twice. The first time was during an Oktoberfest Celebration and the second was today for drinks after exploring parts of Minden and Gardnerville. We were also here before they opened, and had a chance to chat with one of the owners as he was preparing the property from it's Tombstone Days. Before then was a restaurant called Inn Cognito. The Oktoberfest event was a lot of fun. Gayle's Mom was along, a band was playing, and we enjoyed a nice Saturday afternoon while enjoying beers, brats, and other culturally appropriate Lunch fixings. As for today, we ordered drinks (beer for me, martini for Gayle) and sat by the fireplace with April (the other owner) and chatted about the business, our respective backgrounds, historical aspects of the property, and the Genoa community. A couple complimentary cookies were very much appreciated. Cottonwood Cottage is primarily a wedding venue, but on those days not involving matrimonial bliss, this place was very nice to hang out and enjoy a few drinks and maybe a nosh. Gayle and I will surely be back and look forward to enjoying a very comfortable community venue. read more

This venue was fantastic. Robin and April we're excellent. They were so attentive and kept the event running smoothly. The food was amazing. Everyone commented that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. read more

Superior customer service! We were staying at the David Walley's Resort and was informed of the little town of Genoa, so we went to check out a spot for dinner and stumbled across this newly opened business. Everything we ate and drank was DELICIOUS! This is a husband and wife owned business of less than 3 months, and they've done a fantastic job with the decor and menu. I highly recommend this establishment and hope to see them in business for a very long time. read more

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This place is AWESOME! Fantastic staff. Food was amazing. Robin and April are great! Everything went smooth, they helped us set up decorations. I would absolutely recommend getting married at this venue. If you want a beautiful and fun wedding this is definitely the place and the owner is pretty AWESOME! read more

From a wedding venue to a awesome place to have some food...I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Looking for a place to grab some food...this is IT! Food and drinks are amazing. Owners are friendly and welcoming. The setting is comfortable and cozy inside with an amazing backyard to enjoy when the weather is nice! Games, natural beauty of Genoa. This place is simply perfect! Go stop by and check it out!!! You will not be disappointed!! Getting married! Make this one of your stops to check for a venue, for sure. April and Brent are very knowledgable and will make your wedding day and all the planning before it stress free! The venue is perfect! You can keep it simple due to the natural beauty it has or dress it up to fit your style! Whatever you choose, Cottonwood Cottage can do it for you! Definitely give them a call and swing by to check it out and grab some lunch with your soon to be. Definitely worth it! read more

I went here for a Wedding and it was very pretty Staff was amazing!! The food was out of the world good! We will be back!

Beautiful Wedding for my son and his stunning bride! Thank you!

This is tough: I would like this place to do well, but not so well that we cant get in. We went on a Sunday night sat at the bar and was amazed at the forethought that has been put into this project. The interior work was well thought out and speaking to the bartender and owner it was nice to see this place is here for the long haul. The food is casual and exactly what the Carson Valley needs.. a quaint quality pub-like restaurant. Noise level is ideal... Super clean... Local beer Anxious for them to be on foresquare so we can check in on www.untapped.com Just well done across the board read more

So awesome to have this gem of a place in Genoa! Great food in a fun relaxing environment! Check it out with your family ...Outdoor eating area where the parents can chill and have a drink while the kids enjoy the different lawn games! The food is delicious! They have a good variety for lunch or dinner. So glad we found Cottonwood Cottage! read more

Opening day for this little gem in Genoa. They are also a wedding venue with a gorgeous backyard area. The food was good and once they work out the kinks the service will be amazing. Everyone is friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend this as a stop for lunch or dinner. read more

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Without a doubt, the best cheeseburger and fries in the world. If you're in Genoa and you're hungry, don't even think about going anywhere else. read more

We booked Cottonwood Cottage a year in advance for our daughter's wedding. Loved working with April and Brent on the details. They are both very experienced in large event planning. The venue itself is, well, fun! After the wedding ceremony the area returns to the large, what I called, "outdoor great-room" concept complete with two boccie courts, horseshoe pits, and corn hole. There are plenty of board games and activities for children too. The eating area is adjacent to the game area making it easy for everyone to feel included. The food was plentiful and great. It is one of two things which must be provided by Cottonwood. The other is alcohol. You may use outside vendors for flowers, cake, DJ, extra decor, photography, etc. We used their recommended DJ (McLain's) and cake baker (Simply Cakes). Both were great. April owns Candlelight & Roses, which did a beautiful job on the flowers. April also coordinates all the vendors. We cannot thank April, Brent and staff for the care and attention that made this special day so wonderful. Also, if you just want to have fun at Cottonwood, check their calendar for intermittent dates that they are open as a restaurant to the public. read more

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This place was great. The bartender was really friendly. The food was great. I can see how amazing it would be to get married. Can't wait to go back and check out more. :-) read more

We had a WONDERFUL WEDDING at your lovely venue! As Mother of the Bride, I was so pleased with the setting, arrangements and the staff--so easy to work with! The day was as gorgeous as our bride and groom. Our guests could not have been more complimentary about the food, fun and atmosphere. Thanks so much, Cottonwood Cottage, for making this day so lovely and memorable for this amazing young couple! read more

We hired cottonwood cottage to cater our wedding and were so beyond pleased! They initially held a tasting so that we could make our meal selections. We got to test all of the options and decided on Marinated Tritip(to die for), bbq chicken, loaded smashed potatoes, (these were almost as big a hit as the tri tip) roasted veggies, corn bread muffins which were a desert in themselves, and a Caesar salad. We also had appetizers to go with cocktail hour and if you're a fan of mushrooms you need their sausage stuffed mushrooms. Everything was so delicious and flavorful. Our guests ranted and raved. We were so happy with the service we received and let me just say, that food and music is everything and you get what you pay for. They were worth every penny in my book! We thank you all for your professionalism kindness and fantastic food! Xoxo The Stanley's read more

During fair weather this is a must place to eat at. The outdoor space is wonderful on a mild day and has a number of things to do while waiting for food or enjoying drinks. The BBQ was solid fare as were the sides. A great place to bring guests from out of town. I would like to go more regularly, but the weekend hours are challenging when I usually am looking from someplace to eat lunch during the week. Otherwise SOLID. read more

We love this place! Nice and cozy and relaxing. This food is down home and yummy. We enjoy sharing this place with our friends and family .. On nice days there is even fun things to do outside. Stop by and check it out for yourself! read more

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If you are driving through Genoa or you are local, stop in to see Brent and the team at Cottonwood Cottage. Awesome place to relax, have a drink, eat an awesome burger while playing a game of bocce ball! read more

Super great place to enjoy a meal & great service! We had tri tip sandwich, pulled pork & chicken sandwich..... yummy!!! Garlic Parmesan fries were exceptional!!! read more

We decided to try Cottonwood Cottage today for lunch. I happened to see they were opening soon and luckily it happened to be on Friday. When we arrived they were fairly busy, most of the tables outside were full but there was no one inside. The owner was kind enough to tell us that one side of the room was cooler due to the location of the swamp cooler. Decent bar selection and my dad and brother seemed happy with the draft beer selection. Three of us ordered tri tip sandwiches and one ordered a wedge salad. The tri tip was excellent, meat was perfectly cooked and the addition of mushrooms, onions and horseradish really added to it. The slaw had a unique spice to it, I thought it may have been some vinegar but I'm not sure. The wedge salad was double the size I'm used to seeing and the side of fruit salad was incredibly fresh fruit. Everything was served on disposable plates and silverware, I'm not sure if this will continue or will just be for opening. The food also took a while but we were warned of this before we even ordered which I appreciated. Service was very good as well. Overall, I think this is a great addition to the area and I hope they succeed cause their food was wonderful!!! read more

The Cottonwood Cottage was the perfect venue for our wedding day! It was truly a special day for us and our family. April and the staff are amazing. The venue is clean and well maintained. The property is lovely and well kept. It doesn't require a ton of decorating to make it beautiful because with the mountains and trees around the venue create a stunning backdrop. The venue price was great and we genuinely feel like it was worth every penny. We searched and searched and toured several places before falling in love with Cottonwood. Someone near and dear to my heart suggested this venue and I am SO lucky that they did!!!!! The bridal suite is huge and the sofa's are really nice when you have children at your wedding. At one point we had two little ones asleep while the guests enjoyed themselves. The grooms suite is very nice. There is plenty of parking (and it can accommodate a large shuttle bus!). The staff is super friendly and VERY attentive. As a team they were on top of everything. They function like a well oiled machine. Weddings can be stressful and this team had my back! My wedding coordinator Scott had the patience of a saint. He even brought me water at one point because we couldn't find my bottle. He helped with the set up and directed all the vendors and helpers with grace and charm. He is really fantastic at what he does! April also was a life saver! I can't say enough about her. She will take good care of you! She will ensure your wedding is as you picture it! She is also great to have on your side if there is an issue with another vendor. She has an excellent ability to mediate in times of confusion and get people on track. She sets a high expectation of her staff on the front end and delivers. Both the Cottonwood Venue and the staff are fantastic! If you are looking for a wedding venue with A++++ service this is your place! These are your people! If you haven't booked you venue, don't until you check this one out! read more

Wonderful, friendly ambiance! Great burgers and love the spicy pulled pork. Great place to hang out, have a drink and nibble or dinner. Outside yard is fun for the whole family! read more

Everything about this place is darling. We brought our kids and they had a ball running around outside while the adults enjoyed a glass of wine. The owner, Brent, was very personable and an absolute delight to talk to. When in Genoa or thereabouts, make sure to make a stop at this unique venue. We thoroughly enjoyed it! read more

So happy to see the transformation of this location. Great food and a wonderful venue for special events

Man it was yum cool theirs games to play TV and don't get me wrong with the food it is so good! I tried the best burger in history of history it was the BBQ bacon blue cheese burger it had delicious sauce on it.It had a little kick to it. Just have to have it again read more

When you visit Genoa, Nevada, (and there are many reasons why you should) you can't go wrong having a relaxing and casual meal at Cottonwood Cottage. The only hard part is choosing which of the tasty menu items to have. You'll want to return for an opportunity to try another choice. Each food item is prepared from fresh ingredients, and each recipe has a unique touch that sets it apart from what you'd find elsewhere. The outdoor setting is in a beautifully landscaped garden that would be a lovely place for a wedding or other celebration. Indoor seating is also available with a rustic, Western atmosphere. The hosts are always personal and friendly, and even remembered our beverage preferences from previous visits. My cheeseburger was a tasty blend of flavors and accompanied by a coleslaw ever-so-lightly spiked with jalapeño pepper. Fries were just right. My wife always enjoys their chili con carne, and we have both been pleased with their tri-tip and pulled pork sandwiches. My daughter's personal-sized pizza was also quite good. Prices are quite reasonable for what you get. We were hungry when we came and contentedly full when we left. read more

Great food & not run of the mill. Unique environment. Friendly staff. Couldn't have asked for more.

A delightful and cozy place with a really great outdoor space. The atmosphere is inviting and the staff is welcoming. Great place to wet your whistle and watch the game! read more

Haven't seen the place open yet although sign says Open. Drove all the way out there on Sunday at 6 and they were closed. Can't trust their posted hours read more

I visited the Cottonwood Cottage for their inaugural Oktoberfest celebration. I had a great time! The atmosphere felt very authentic; everything from the beer to the German potato salad. I will definitely be back. read more

Great people running the place with good attitudes. Wife and I had a couple burgers. No complaints with perfect service. We're locals and will be back. I wish them much success. read more

We went to this great little place today! Brent the owner was amazing, besides serving us with some really great food he visited with us about some local sites to see and things to do. I had the BBQ Bacon Blue Cheese Burger and thought it was excellent. My wife had the tri tip cob salad and loved it. Also at our table we had a tri tip sandwich that was given rave reviews and said upon finishing it was fantastic but I ate the proof. We also had the mushroom burger at our table that disappeared quickly. A chicken cob salad was gone before I was able to ask how good it was. The chocolate milk shake was beautiful and delicious. The bloody mary was spot on with bacon and not to much spice. But I've got to say that a lot of good BBQ places really turn out some average coleslaw not these guys it was excellent, with bits of bacon and jalapeno. Genoa is a fun place and we will be back! read more

Great food, excellent service, and a highly enjoyable atmosphere. Thanks Cottonwood for a memorable evening for a couple on our honeymoon.

Absolutely perfect for Mothers Day! Seating outside in their beautiful garden with yard games was only dreamt about as we sat inside due to inclement Nevada weather. The building its self is rustic and quaint. Food was cooked perfect for our picky/allergy filled family. We initially called for reservations but got voicemail and a surprising call back immediately (without leaving a message) which was really nice since the other places in town had a difficult time figuring out their reservation schedule. Brett (Brent) the owner was very hospitable and patient with our confusing order. We will definitely return and bring friends. read more

We really enjoyed Cottonwood Cottage last night for dinner. Great beer, bbq sandwiches on amazing pretzel buns and a fun time playing bocce. We will definitely be back next time we are in Genoa. read more

this place rocks. nice people. great place to hang out to drink beer and play outside