Castle Unicorn

John and Ray have truly thought about everything in order to make your day perfect. They really care about each couple and helping them through! The food, DJ, venue grounds, and wait staff was all amazing. The price is very comparable when you see how much is included. I would choose them again and again!

Castle Unicorn was the best choice of a venue we could have picked! From the very start john and ray were absolutely incredible. If you are looking for a venue where you do not have to lift a finger and you want a completely stress free day, this is the place for you. From the set up to the tear down to everything inbetween, it was all taken care of by their staff. The staff was kind and friendly and we got compliments that the food was amazing. Everyone loved the DJ and they kept the party going all night. John and Ray are absolutely the best to work with and we couldn’t be more grateful for their expertise and the use of their venue. We would 10/10 recommend Castle Unicorn to anyone looking for the perfect venue.

We had the privilege of working with Castle Unicorn for our wedding day. To say it was the most magical day was an understatement. The staff was so wonderful and extra accommodating to some family members needs, they also made sure that the whole day went as smooth as possible! If i could replan my wedding, i would pick Castle Unicorn over and over again :)

Castle Unicorn, managed by the wonderful John and Ray, was the perfect venue for our wedding that felt straight out of a fairytale! The location itself is breathtaking, with enchanting architecture and stunning, expansive grounds, but even more importantly John, Ray, and their entire staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect on our wedding day. We received countless compliments from our guests about the delicious menu and the beauty and charm of Castle Unicorn. The dedication and hospitality of the Castle Unicorn team made the wedding planning process a breeze, and the day-of coordination was flawless. John and Ray were beyond accommodating with every request that we made - from timeline, to decor, to menu - and brought our vision to life impeccably. We felt so special and considered at each moment of the day. If you're looking for a magical wedding venue, it doesn’t get better than this!

Castle Unicorn is an incredible venue and the team is amazing to work with! They really took care of us throughout the entire planning process and the day of couldn't have been more perfect. They're very organized, professional and the venue was a beautiful location to host our wedding day.

They were very professional, we loved working with them. They made everything so easy and kept me on schedule. Made your day was about us

John, Ray and the whole Castle Unicorn team were extremely helpful throughout the whole process leading up to our wedding. Everything went off without a hitch due to the professionalism and organization on the part of the staff at Castle Unicorn. Castle Unicorn is an amazing venue, with beautiful views and I am happy to recommend them to any couple looking to get married.

Castle Unicorn is a gorgeous setting. The staff are kind, easy to contact, and easy to work with. I am recommending them to all of my friends.

They made our special day the best it could have been. So professional yet friendly, they were constantly anticipating needs and taking the stress of the day off my shoulders. Countless people said it was the best wedding venue they’ve been to thanks to the beauty of the place and the delicious food. I could rave for days about how grateful I am that we went with Castle Unicorn, and I would recommend them in a heart beat to anyone.

Castle Unicorn made our special day better than we could’ve imagined! The professionalism, communication, pricing, and hard work put into our day was amazing! John and Ray as well as their staff are great people to work with as they walked us through each step while giving great advice to make the day great! Seeing the ownership work alongside the staff and wear several different hats is awesome to see! Thank you Castle Unicorn!

Literally everything was perfect from the planning to the execution. Everyone at castle unicorn made us feel welcome and kept everything as stress free as possible. Literally was the fairytale we were looking for.

The Castle Unicorn staff was incredible— John & Ray especially catered to our every need, and were on top of every last detail! The little things like pouring our champagne glasses for toasts, making my plate up for me for dinner, and gifting us with a Polaroid picture from after our ceremony made our day even more special. As the bride and groom, we didn’t feel like just another couple to Castle Unicorn— we were treated as a unique partnership and the staff truly got to know us and our vision for our big day. We can’t thank & recommend Castle Unicorn enough!!

From the moment I stepped foot on this property I fell in love ! The entire process leading up to the wedding was super easy and John made it stress free. He has everything well planned and laid out. Made planning our wedding a breeze, on the day of the wedding John kept everything on track, and well organized. He coordinated with the officiant, the dj, the photographer perfectly. The food was the best wedding food I’ve ever had. I can’t commend John and his staff enough. They made our wedding absolutely perfect and not a detail was spared. Thank you so much for everything you did to make the evening magical.

John and Ray were fantastic! We couldn’t have asked for a better day, they and their staff made sure the whole day went smoothly, and were a huge help with coordinating everything, making sure everything was set up - even down to the guest book table decorations! The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous, and we received so many compliments from our guests. They were also very accommodating for our guests with mobility issues - even offering a ride in a golf cart up to the ceremony area for my grandmother. The food was delicious. Nothing but amazing things to say about our experience!

From the moment we drove up the hill for our tour, we knew Castle Unicorn was where we were going to get married. Not only is the venue STUNNING, but the service and amenities are even better! My fiance and I were pleased that the food, alcohol, DJ, wedding night suite, linens, tables and chairs, and even decor was covered in our costs at Castle Unicorn. That saved us so much time and resources, which helped make our wedding experience more enjoyable. Castle Unicorn even set up decor up and took it down at the end of the night. There were never drinks or plates sitting on tables because the staff was constantly walking around and picking up, making sure our space looked tidy and beautiful throughout the night. John and Ray went ABOVE and BEYOND to make sure that we had a perfect day. They were excellent communicators, invited us out to the Castle for a food tasting months before our wedding, and were on top of everything throughout the process. We were never worried about anything and they truly helped us feel peace. I have heard from several of our 175 guests that we had the most beautiful wedding they had ever attended. From the Castle, to the trees, stunning views from the hill, and water/fountains. It was truly a beautiful and perfect day and we cannot thank Castle Unicorn enough! I cannot share enough positive words about our experience with Castle Unicorn.

They were great! Ray and John were amazing, the communication was perfect, just enough but not overwhelming. They made the whole process so easy and just stress free! They were there every step of the way! They even have a few tips and tricks up their sleeves that come in handy! The staff was great, super nice, attentive when needed, they had all our stuff organized and ready to go the next day so we didn’t have to do it, everyone was so respectful! They literally made my day a dream come true!

John and Ray were such a blessing to work with. They made sure we were happy and everything we wanted was happening. Our wedding was far from normal. And the whole staff made sure of it as well. I loved having my wedding there. And honestly if we remarried tomorrow I’d still want it there.

Our wedding was anything but normal. Through all the trails and tribulations the crew at castle unicorn was always there for us. They bent over backwards to make our day as special as possible and we can't thank them enough.

Everything was beautiful and ran incredibly smoothly. Multiple guests saying that ours was the best wedding and venue they’d ever been to!

I had my wedding here on June 25th of this year and I loved it so much. It was like having wedding planners helping you the whole way along, and I got sooo many compliments on my wedding day about how beautiful the venue was. I didn’t have to worry about a thing!

Could not be happier we picked Castle Unicorn - absolutely amazing folks who made our day so perfect for us. They made it easy and fun & paid attention to the details we cared about. Can’t recommend them highly enough.

When we arrived at Castle Unicorn for the first time, the two of us look at each other and knew this would be our venue. Castle Unicorn is the first and only palace we look at for our weeding… if you are wondering the answer is YES, Castle Unicorn is that beautiful! The day of our weeding the place looked absolutely beautiful, just like a place taken out of a fairy tale, everything was perfect and in place, this in turn allowed us to just enjoy our big day, this a testimony of the staff actually listening to us and materializing all our likes and needs in the decoration and atmosphere. The set-up of the whole place was detailed and immaculate, just stunning, and the service stellar, impeccable from the way the staff dressed to the way they catered and serviced our guests, impressive, remarkable… just incredible. The food was beautifully presented and delicious. Most of our guests said that this was the most beautiful wedding they have attended in their lives. This in large was due to John and Ray, the owners, and their staff at Castle Unicorn, that provide us with tons of useful advice and at the same time were open to our ideas. This truly was the wedding we always dream of; I could not imagine us getting married anywhere else. Castle Unicorn and their staff really made our wedding the most beautiful wedding ever! They are the best! If you are planning a wedding or just thinking about getting married, pay them a visit, you will be glad you did, I can guarantee it!

Personally, I don't think there was a better place to have a wedding. John and Rey were 2 of the best guys to work with on such a monumentous occasion. The venue is beautiful. All the employees were so helpful. And I am a it neurotic and John or Rey always picked up and walked me through whatever I had questions about. So I would I am so glad my husband and I choose this venue as it is one of the best looking venues in Iowa or Nebraska and so much was included. The price also wasn't bad for the venue and perks that we git. 10/10 would definetly renew my vows here in the future.

John and Ray are amazing and literally handle everything! The day was absolutely beautiful and went off without a hitch. They made planning and everything leading up to it stress free and enjoyable. I would HIGHLY recommend booking your wedding here!! We truly had the best day ever.

John and Ray are an amazing duo along with their staff to make sure your day goes smoothly!! I was able to trust them and they were able to set up, and take down everything. They made my vision come to life. They communicate frequently with you and will answer any questions you may have. The venue itself it worth the cost. BEAUTIFUL scenery for your photos, and their food is yummy as well!! They also have a room for the couple to stay in over night so you do not have to worry about driving home after all the fun. It was an experience that has had family and friends still talking about it :)

Castle Unicorn was absolutely fantastic. It made the wedding planning process a breeze! John was always available for communication when I had questions and he was very accommodating to my husband who was across the country for part of the planning time. Having so much included in the venue was a huge reason we chose the Castle, I loved not having to coordinate with a ton of different vendors for my big day. On the day of my wedding, I was incredibly relaxed thanks to John and his staff. They handle everything! I brought some decor pieces I wanted displayed and they put it all up themselves so that I could relax in the bridal suite. Caleb and I loved staying the night as well, it was the perfect way to end the evening! I highly recommend Castle Unicorn for your big day.

John and Ray were fabulous, they literally made the day so perfect, relaxing, and beautiful. Guests raved about how gorgeous the grounds were and how delicious the food was. John was great at answering all my questions and making sure the day went off seamlessly. He even waited for us at the bottom of the aisle after the ceremony with bottles of water and a big hug!

This place was great! Amazing service, beautiful views… great staff. All around amazing!

Castle Unicorn answered all of my questions/concerns up to a year before my wedding. This was greatly appreciated during a year of uncertainty! John has an upbeat, positive personality that was also much appreciated.

John and Ray couldn’t have made my wedding day go any better! We have and will continue to recommend any engaged couples we know to get married here! One of our guests actually loved the venue so much they put their deposit down to have their wedding there too!

Castle Unicorn was everything we had hope for. From day one John and Ray are on top of everything. John and Ray are in constant communication with you through the whole process, even a year away from the wedding. Castle Unicorn provides a lot for the big day, so there is not too much you really have to stress about. By the end of the whole process, you do feel as though the Castle Unicorn staff are your friends because that is how much you are in communication with them. There was no need to invest in a coordinator because John was there to help with almost everything. The day of seems like it would be such a stressful time, but the staff does a wonderful job being there every step of the way to make sure everything is set up perfectly and going smoothly. Where the ceremony was has perfect greenery in the background. The food was amazing and thankfully how it was served allowed us to actually have a moment to eat. The staff did a wonderful job serving the food and the desserts. The set up was perfect to where everyone could move around easily. John and Regan continually checked in on us to make sure that we were happy and did as little as possible. John really does an awesome job making sure that everything runs very smoothly. Castle Unicorn is definitely worth the investment. It was the wedding of our dreams! Thank you, John and Ray, for the most beautiful wedding we could have asked for.

We couldn't be more pleased with Castle Unicorn! Beautiful venue and professional staff who went above and beyond to ensure our special day went smoothly. We were able to enjoy every moment and didn't have to stress. Highly recommend!!

Having our wedding at Castle Unicorn was a dream come true! Ray and John really made us feel special, and provided undivided attention every time we spoke. THey were very quick to respond to all my questions and helped calmed my nerves while wedding planning. One of the many things i loved about Castle Unicorn, is there all inclusive approach. Not having to worry about hiring all the individual people like caterers, linens, chairs, tables, DJ, decorations, etc. Castle took care of everything. THe location is also spectacularly beautiful, so very minimal decoration was needed on my part. THey helped me to set up on day of and handled the rehearsal and every aspect of my day to ensure a smooth and perfect event!

The wedding was amazing. John and Ray were there with us every step of the way and ensured that we had the best night ever. We were dancing and eating and drinking till the very end. The staff was very courteous and insured everything was very clean. It was the most beautiful setting, lots a fantastic food and the DJ through Complete played great music! Nikki set the tone that we wanted for our special day and couldn’t of asked for more! The outdoor ceremony was beautiful for a September day. We were covered in shade by the trees and our guests were comfortable. The reception was underneath the pavilion. On our wedding day it was windy, but we we’re lucky they were able to close the pavilion walls like a garage to keep the wind out! Once the wind died down they were able to open the walls and the weather remained beautiful with a light breeze throughout the reception. The venue itself is so beautiful you hardly need any decorations. We were also fortunate to be able to use some of the venues decorations for free. The bridal suite is huge and has nearly 3 vanities for the women to get ready and a huge master bedroom. The groom suite is also amazing and the guys can go on the rooftop to hangout! Highly recommend!!

The gardens and castle were gorgeous and clean. So much space to move around and be 6ft apart so we did not need masks. Service and food was phenomenal. Loved every minute of our wedding and the owners were so easy to work with. Spent our wedding night in the master bedroom which was beautiful.

Our wedding day was beyond my expectations because we had it at Castle Unicorn. John and Ray were amazing to work with and handled a lot of the planning for us. They took care of the food, drinks, and decorations. I would highly recommend this venue!

The Castle is an absolutely beautiful all inclusive venue. They were amazing to work with while planning our special day. The day of was close to perfect. It is a little pricy, but if you can afford them; it is totally worth the money!

Castle Unicorn is the best! We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful venue. John and Ray are so easy and fun to work with. It was the most perfect day and the wedding planning was so stress free. They do so much to help to make the day exactly how you envision it. As the bride, I didn't have to worry about anything the day of the wedding! One of my bridesmaid's sister even ended up booking her wedding here after seeing our pictures! I couldn't say enough good things about Castle Unicorn and would recommend the venue to absolutely anybody!!

Castle Unicorn went above and beyond to ensure our day was exactly what we wanted. Even during a hectic time in our lives, the middle of a pandemic, they moved our date and accommodated for the ever changing situations surrounding the virus. Once our second date arrived they stayed in contact with us regularly making sure we were on track with every detail. The big couldn't have ran more smoothly! They had staff that meet us at the driveway and were with open arms willing to collect our items and take them to where they needed to be and set up anything that we asked them to. All throughout the day while we were getting ready and having photographs taken they were making sure everything was placed perfectly and tuned up so that we could rock n roll on time and without a single glitch. They take care of the DJ for you, which is a HUGE perk, they know the DJs and have worked with them before so they know how to cue them and keep everything running perfectly. The menu choices that you get to choose from are absolutely amazing and our meal was delicious. They also take down and help you get loaded back up after the wedding leaving clean up and departure a breeze. The couple gets the pleasure of staying in the Castle the night of their wedding this is a very special time and a time to unwind and reflect on the day. I think hands down this was the most amazing venue and am so extremely thankful we chose them to take care of us on our WEDDING DAY!!!

The Castle staff take care of all the details before and day of, leaving little for you to stress about. It was an AMAZING day for us, the most beautiful scenery, delicious food, and one of the most unique and awesome venues I've ever been to. Having our wedding at Castle Unicorn was the perfect start to our marriage, and I will forever treasure the memories.

John & Ray are incredible after having a horrendous turn of events from our initial venue closing its doors to the pandemic. They were there every step of the way helping guide us and give us updates on the situation consistently. They offer everything you could possibly need no stress and the most beautiful location!! Word to the wise book here for a perfect day!

This is THE BEST PLACE to get married at. Not only is the venue spectacular, but the owners and employees are a huge part of what makes this place so special!

Honestly - look no further than Castle Unicorn! I could go on and on about our experience here! From the owners - John and Ray, to their staff, to all the services they provide and oh yeah, how could I forget - it's at a CASTLE with the most amazing views and landscaping! John and Ray and their entire staff made our wedding the best day of our lives! We didn't have to stress or worry about ANYTHING! They had everything covered, they knew all the right questions to ask us before our big day to make sure our wedding went smoothly with no hiccups or last minute "we didn't think of that!". They worked with our DJ and Photographer to plan things out and make sure everything was EXACTLY how we wanted it and on schedule! We really did feel like Royals at our wedding! We looked at so many venues and no one and nothing compared to The Castle Unicorn! Friends and family all still talk about our wedding and all tell us how they have never been to a nicer venue and location with the best service and offerings! It's an experience that not only YOU will remember, but so will ALL of your guests!

This Venue is not only insanely beautiful but John, Ray, and his staff are truly incredible!! We had such a perfect day and got so many compliments not only on the venue, but on how wonderful the staff were and how smooth the day went!! They take care of pretty much everything and made my perfect vision come to life! They are true professionals and I am so thankful we chose Castle Unicorn!! The heated tray at the end of the night for my groom and me was also the best thing I didn’t even know I needed!! Book your wedding here and be grateful later :)

Our wedding was perfect all thanks to John and Ray at Castle Unicorn! Both were very attentive to our needs and worked with us when things didn't go as planned (brides....heads up they never do!) Guests told us that it was the most gorgeous wedding theyd been to and hadn't even heard of it. None of them had troubles finding it's location and they all told us that the food was phenomenal too. As a bride, it was super nice to have everything in order and not have to detail every little thing because John and Ray worked with me so much that I felt I had my own wedding planner. When people get engaged, my best recommendation is to go with a location and bundle deal that is all inclusive because it takes the stress off of those little details. And with all that it still was very individualized to us! Very pleasant experience and we could not have asked for a better day!

John, Ray and the entire team at Castle Unicorn were amazing. They made our entire day flow so smoothly, absolutely zero stress for us. The venue is naturally beautiful and my out of town guests were all very impressed with everything.

Castle Unicorn is such a beautiful venue. All the staff were very professional and pleasant. John and Ray are great communicators and were awesome with organizing our special day. Couldn’t of asked for a better place to get married surrounded by gorgeous views, friends, and family.

It was a perfect day! John and the staff were amazing! The food was great! Our quests had nothing but great things to say! We would do it again if we could!

Best. Venue. EVER. These guys will treat you like royalty and go above and beyond to give you exactly the wedding you hoped for. There were several times I asked them where/when I should do something, and they'd tell me, "Oh, no, we'll do that for you." We had hundreds of little desserts that needed to go in cups, so I asked them where I should go to start doing that. They grabbed everything and did it all for me! They also arranged hundreds of little pumpkins and gourds around the area for me, then took pictures to make sure I was happy with it. Not having to worry about set up or tear down made the day so much easier! You can tell John absolutely loves what he does; at one point he was out there with us on the dance floor having a blast. He and his staff treat the couple like they are the actual king and queen of the castle throughout the entire wedding. There's none of that "we already have your money" attitude, they will go so far above and beyond for you, even to the very end. The grounds were stunning, clean, and everyone was in awe of how beautiful everything was. The ceremony was perfect, with a cute little arch all set up for us. Staying the night at the castle was also perfect, with a big jacuzzi tub and that giant, comfortable bed. The little cherry on top was that the next morning, they loaded us up with all the leftovers, so we don't have to worry about cooking for a few months now! I have absolutely nothing negative to say about these guys, and if we could do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing!!!

John and Ray made everything effortless, literally. They set up all of my decorations (including assembling a 7-tier display for doughnuts), got the timing and flow of the ceremony and reception down to the minute, and had packed everything up in the morning straight to our trunk. It was totally worth the money, everyone loved the food, and John was just a blast to work with. He always made time and had great suggestions. I know a lot of people say this but we couldn't have imagined having our day anywhere else!

Over all What can I say. My Castle Unicorn wedding was amazing! All of the staff was very professional, and attentive to our guests. We did have a ton of children at our wedding which was an initial concern with some of the previous reviews that we read online but we didn't have any problems at all. The staff members were very welcoming to the children and parents. Our wedding day was perfect , John and Ray were there when ever I needed a hand or looked confused. So much was going on at our event they kept me on time and STRESS FREE . All of our vendors turned out to be very well acquainted with Castle Unicorn so it was almost like Family working together but the good family that gets along. Castle Unicorn allowed My husband and I to visit the Venue as many time as we needed to go over all the details of our day. Their process is fool proof and they will not rush you to make a decision NOR do they have any hidden fees. These lovely owners are as transparent as glass making every aspect of this crystal clear. PERFECT!! All of our guests are still talking about the food, We got the three tier menu with garlic chicken house beef potatoes etc and I don't even think there was any chicken left. We spent the night in the castle and the next day all of our items were packed and delivered to our car. TALK ABOUT SERVICE!! I feel like this place should be priced higher for what you really get . The package is outlined with specifics as any other venue but what your really taking from Castle Unicorn is priceless !! We walked into Castle Unicorn Curious and walked out with Life Long Friends with a ton of great memories. John, Ray, Dalton and the rest of the Castle Unicorn team you have a special place in my Heart Forever!!

John and his staff were excellent to work with. From the first time we met with him, till the wedding day they made it a pretty much stress free for us. The food was good the dj service they work with was good as well. So if your in the area to have this venue as an option I would highly recommend it.

Castle Unicorn was a dream wedding. Everything was perfect. John helped out with everything from a needle and thread to a glass of wine when I needed one. Everything was professional and well handled. It was organized and timely. Before the wedding we were guiding through the process to make us feel comfortable and make sure everything was thought of and and all planned out. They helped us through every step. Our guests raved about the food and how beautiful the location was. We couldn't have had a more perfect wedding and we owe it all to Castle Unicorn!

We recently gotten married at Castle Unicorn, and I have to say it was the best experience we've ever had! The venue is beyond beautiful, the staff was hands down the best, and the food was tasty! John and Ray did a fantastic job and I'm so glad we chose this location to host our special day!

Castle Unicorn was AMAZING! We did not have to worry about a single thing the entire day, they set everything up, they organized the ceremony, they got us everything and anything we needed. John and Ray, along with all the staff, truly made our day as magical as it could possibly be. The food was amazing, one guest told us it was the best wedding food they had ever had! The grounds and reception area were phenomenal and just absolutely gorgeous. 100000% recommend to anyone looking at venues!!