Cedar Creek

ro issues. Everything was carefree and just absolutely perfect. The ability to have our guest stay on property (AMAZING HOUSING AND SO CLEAN) after our reception ended alone was so special. Everyone stayed up and continued to party and enjoy themselves safely. And Chef Todd's late night meal to keep everyone full throughout the evening was nothing short of amazing as well. My wife and I continue to go back to Cedar Creek with friends and family to enjoy their amazing food, service, and property. Cedar Creek is the only place you should consider for your special day or really any time you just want to get away and relax!!! Thank you Pat and Todd for making every experience memorable and we hope to be back very very soon. - Lucas Wittenberg

te for family and out of town guests to stay, and places big enough for the bridal party to stay the night before. They will block all the rooms on the property for your wedding once you book (automatic hotel block; one less thing in the to do list, score!) We had the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner on property site as well which was incredible; they were so accommodating to us. The venue & wedding coordinators completely ran my rehearsal and released each person in the processional at the right time day of! They set up all of my ceremony decorations, provided the chairs for the outdoor ceremony, etc. They had SO MANY decorations and signs I could use that I barely had to buy anything out of pocket which was a huge savings and a headache saver! I got to go in the day before the wedding at noon to decorate which was incredible as well (depends if there is a wedding the day before you). The wedding coordinator greeted all my vendors and took that load off of me. Reception was great between location in the barn, open bar provided by venue, food provided venue, etc. They provided all the table ware, flatware, table cloths, etc and cleaned them up after the reception was over (little to no clean up on my end). They offer a place for an after party after send off too which my family ate up! Stephanie and Emily were incredible and went above and beyond to meet all my needs. Stephanie even took me on a golf cart to hide me behind the doors for the ceremony so the crowd wouldn’t see me. We had access to golf carts as well to drive bridal party and us (the couple) around the venue for beautiful pictures. You won’t run shy on beautiful places for picture backgrounds! Not only is the venue a perfect site for rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and lodging but can be a get away for out of town guests. They have swimming, golf, tennis, etc. Can even use it as a little “bach trip” a few days before the wedding. 1000/10 recommend. All my guests complemented the venue and staff, and said it was the best wedding they ever been to. I am 23 years old, planned the entire wedding by myself which means I was bound to mess up but they helped me so much and the day was MORE than perfect. In booking their venue they also provided a complimentary room for me and my husband night of to go back to which was great. That also included breakfast where we got to meet the sweet owners of the venue. Long review because what they advertise can’t even compare to what they actually provide! LOVE LOVE LOVE

day of the wedding which made everything even more enjoyable. One of our favorite things about our wedding weekend was getting to stay at Cedar Creek with many of our guests which allowed us to spend more time visiting with everyone before and after the wedding. We highly recommend Cedar Creek!

to accommodate our out of town schedule. Lindsey was responsive and patient, answering every question I threw her way. If she didn't know the answer, though it may have taken a couple calls to get through. She was reassuring with everything and was able to give us the most for our money, adding on items for the cocktail hour and the dinner. Our day-of coordinator, Ellen, was an angel. She helped take so much stress of me and my family on our wedding day - keeping us on track without rushing anyone. After all, "we are the bride and groom and they couldn't do much without us anyways" as she put it. I had to set up initial meetings for our outside vendors like lighting, DJ and Bakers but Ellen and Cedar Creek handled everything day-of, which was wonderful. If there were any hiccups, I never heard anything! Cedar Creek Venue itself was perfect for my family and my desired vintage/modern aesthetic. It was wonderful having everything in one place, knowing everyone could simply walk across the street instead of needing to drive somewhere. I would recommend for everyone to bring some extra blankets or sheets as they seemed to be sparse throughout the campus. We lucked out with the weather and had a sunny and 55 degree fall day, however it was nice to know there were back-up plans set in place to ensure our day would be beautiful if we couldn't have it outside. Though this place is not as up-to-date as other venues, does not have the highest of technologies or the fanciest of table settings - it was beautiful and felt like a true destination wedding away from the hustle and bustle of daily life - which is exactly what we wanted. The patio deck on the back of the Barn was a wonderful place for everyone to step away from the heat of dance floor. The food and drink was wonderful! I was a little hesitant with in-house catering at first, however the food is incredible. We received so many compliments on how delicious everything was, from the veggies to potatoes to the chicken spiedini (a must have from Chef Tod). I do wish there was someone there to remind us during the reception to do the little things, like the complimentary champgne that we never received or to cut our wedding cake. We had a dessert table and an open bar which seemed to have taken over these to things, however it would have been nice to have a coordinator or someone working to be on top of the little things - make sure your mom or MOH have a list of must have little things to do, specifically during the reception while you're walking around and greeting everyone, or dancing the night away. Everyone we worked with from start to finish was genuine and kind and understanding that it was OUR day and no one else's and made it their mission that we got everything we could imagine. The views are incredible (especially in the fall with the changing leaves) and our guests had a wonderful time knowing everything and everyone was so close. I cannot recommend this venue enough.

t views were breathtaking. The day of coordinator, Tess, handled so much behind the scenes and made sure everything was perfect. The bartender at our after party was INCREDIBLE and made us pizzas last minute for the end of the night. Chef Todd made the BEST dinner, so many people complimented it. Emily helped us plan every detail to make sure it would be executed well. Everyone was so accommodating and made sure our experience was a great one. I will look back at this place and this day with the fondest memories. 10/10 recommend!

had chosen. Everyone was helpful the whole day and eager to assist to what I needed and my questions. If only I can go back to relive the day again!

ould not have been happier with the location! I think what we all enjoyed the most was having our entire families and our friends stay on property with us that weekend. Highly recommend Cedar Creek and I will certainly be returning to enjoy more of the property during our free time!

wedding side of things is handled by a company out of St.Louis and no one seemed to be on the same page or know who was in charge of things. If there was a question or concern they were often pawned off on others and we had to contact numerous people before finally getting an answer. PROS: -Venue is BEAUTIFUL. -They gave a same year wedding discount that helped us to afford it. -You could come out and do as many tours with family as you want. -You can take engagement photos at the venue for no additional charge. -Anna was our coordinator for lodging and she did her very best to help accommodate us and even was able to get lower rates on the rooms. (The pricing is extremely high for what there is.) -Everything went off without a hitch day of. CONS: -Communication was less than stellar. It was very difficult to get any response on honeybook, email, or text. -Pricing was very high because you are required to use their caterer now and have an open bar which put the cost at a minimum of $85 per person and $20 for kids. -The staff was rude when asked about adjusting the chairs for the ceremony and one of them was even complaining about it to an outside person who happened to work with the best man. -Though we were told that any leftover Kraken rum from the ceremony would be free at the after party for the Bride/Groom and parents, this was not communicated to the after party staff and we were not able to drink it there. (Though they did send the bottles with us at the end of the night.) -There was supposed to be staff helping to park and direct guests but instead the guests were very confused and did not know where to go to get to the ceremony. -The guests were supposed to be able to get food at the Town Hall restaurant after the ceremony, but without communicating to the bride/groom or anyone for that matter, the Town Hall was not open for food, only drinks. -During our pre-wedding meeting, we chose the linen color for the tables and requested ivory which was currently on the tables and my fiance and I had both said Ivory and instead we got white. When that was mentioned, we were met with attitude and told there was nothing that could be done and no attempt was made to make up for the mistake. Again, overall the day was amazing and beautiful! Anna and Ellen were WONDERFUL to work with!

er, ceremony, reception and after party) on-site and it was so worth it! We got many compliments on the ease of the weekend from our guests who stayed on the property. A large amount of our guests were from out of town and they really appreciated the accommodations! Lindsey and her team were extremely helpful throughout the planning process and took care of numerous items on our big day so we could focus on having fun. The Barn is the perfect amount of chic and rustic. It was gorgeous for both our ceremony and reception and the back patio area showcased a sunset for us that was, no joke, magical. The venue is a huge choice in the wedding planning process - this is a great space, most items are included (linens, tables, chairs, day-of coordinator), has indoor and outdoor options, I could go on. I'm so glad we went with Cedar Creek and think you will be, too!

enue with lodging for all your guests, this is the place to look. I 100% recommend them!

from our guests. The Barn is a beautiful place for a wedding, but the scenery is perfect for pictures, everyone loved the western village, and it was perfect to have everything in one place. The food was great and well done and I have to say Mia, Melissa, and Hannah were amazing to work with! They made the planning and wedding weekend very easy! Highly recommend Cedar Creek and their team!

of on the big day! We sat down with Melissa a few weeks before the wedding to go over the details. I don't remember her saying no to a single request, and she even offered some great ideas that were incorporated in the reception. What a relief it was to hear her say "we can take care of that" multiple times in that meeting. The day before and the day of both Hannah and Melissa were the "wedding coordinators" from heaven, attentive to our every need, as well as those of our guests. We heard nothing but positive comments from everyone as to how wonderful this venue was. Anna at the hotel front desk deserves special thanks! She handled a problem with rooms (due to prior guest not checking out on time) with professionalism and kindness, offering an upgrade and discount to our guests staying on the property. Oh, and the food! The chef was kind enough to do a private tasting on our schedule since the bride and groom both live out of town. He offered us some wonderful choices and guided us through choosing what turned out to be a delicious menu! The wait staff and bartenders were very attentive and friendly to our guests. I would not hesitate to recommend this venue for a wedding or any other event.

s where we would want to have our reception. With the warmth of the barn, there is so much you can do, we used jewel tones and had such a great time. Cedar Creek was very helpful and worked alongside our wedding planner and her staff to create the most beautiful, seamless wedding beyond our wildest dreams. The bartenders were very quick and guests did not have to wait long for drinks. Their bar is also very well staffed. The bridal suite area is nice and it is great to have your own bathroom as a bride. The main reason I gave Cedar Creek 4 stars instead of 5, is due to the accomadations. New Haven is a very small town and there aren't a lot of places to rent rooms, mostly bed and breakfasts. If your guests are able to rent one of the houses or cottages for your event, that is usally a little nicer and more spacious. The rooms in the main are are very small, and there aren't many amenities. Overall we loved our wedding and would highly recommend Cedar Creek for a wedding reception or any event for that matter, they are very helpful and willing to work with you to help bring your visions to life.

willing to throw in upgrades so I can make up the difference. We did upgrade the bar package to include local alcohols such as Pickney Bend spirits, Robler Hill wines, and Second Shift Brewery beers. The food--oh man, it was SO good, I made darn sure I had time to eat (lots of people told me that the couple doesn't get time to eat--nope, not here). The rolling hills in the background as we said our vows, the patio lit up at nights with bright stars in the sky, the warm fire pit around which we smoked s'mores (while still being able to hear the band inside), the AMAZING modern barn where we settled in for the evening--everything was perfect! All our guests who wanted to stay overnight were able to do so. Some even stayed the weekend to enjoy all the other things Cedar Creek and the town of New Haven has to offer. Price wise, this was much cheaper than some of the options I looked at in St. Louis. It was about a one hour drive for most of our guests, which is not terrible at all. Most of the drive is through beautiful country roads anyway. I can't recommend Cedar Creek enough. We'll definitely be back to celebrate our one year anniversary next year.

an event space but an experience! My families rented out all the rooms in the lodges and houses on the property so they could stay the night. It was super easy to shuttle people to the Best Western as well. We had a cocktail hour followed by a reception in the barn. The food and staff blew my guests away! The gorgeous back patio allowed for great pictures and we even had a fire on the side with a cigar bar! Why end the party early? The offer packages for a late night party in the saloon! My guests absolutely loved this entire place and everyone is already planning trips back. This was hands down the easiest, most affordable, beautiful option! Cedar Creek offers the full package and is only about 1 hour outside of STL so it offered that destination feel. We were even married in a church in stl at 11 before our guests headed out. Go tour the property, it is beautiful for pictures and there is so much you can do in the new barn!

an email saying the original wedding coordinator is no longer with cedar creek. We were very anxious about this change. After the news, Cody and I spent an afternoon getting to know Jeni. We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her. After a few short months of continuing to get to know Jeni, she had to relay a not so easy message and informed Cody and I that cedar creek over booked on the evening of our rehearsal dinner and our families could no longer stay in the lodging. Originally this was essentially a deal breaker for us because having a venue to handle the ceremony, reception and lodging was a dream come true to accommodate for all family members. We found it very difficult to budge because we had signed a contract. Jeni was more than accommodating and flexible and turned every negative into a positive. She was apologetic, and went above and beyond to accomodate. A glitch in computer system failed to show the other group when we signed contract. This error was out of her control and she accommodated to make error more accepting. May 7 was the most perfect day at cedar creek. The food was delicious thanks to chef Charles and his staff. Our menu included: BBQ grilled chicken, beef brisket, roasted red potatoes, vegetables medley, salad and rolls. Our ceremony was at 4:30 down by the lake and our friends and family loved the wagon rides. During downtime, all of our friends and family enjoyed the western town, town hall, tasting room, and games out on the lawn. Reception started at 6:30 in the barn which was outstandingly beautiful. Jeni and the cedar creek staff were all accommodating and readily available every minute on May 6 and 7. I would not have ever dreamed for a better day for Cody and I.

gance! The staff was beyond accommodating! I could not have imagined my wedding running smoothly with having the wedding coordinator Krissy there on my wedding day. She was a rockstar and made sure everything was in order & helped with every need possible, I mean it literally when I say she helped us with everything! She went above and beyond in our eyes! I wish I knew everyone's name that was on staff that evening, even the owners were so amazing to be there to make sure we had everything just perfect from the day before the wedding at rehearsal to the moment we left the next day. We had about 150 guests, and I am still receiving phone calls from guests that have raved about much fun they had, how beautiful & different the venue is and how great the food was. To hear that it was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to, makes me feel so good, but it would not have been the best wedding without Cedar Creek Staff! For dinner we had brisket, bbq chicken, roasted potatoes, Caesar salad and vegetables. We did the plated meal and it ran very smoothly and tasted great! We had a lot of guests stay the night, and everyone had a wonderful time. Tons of my family and friends are already planning another trip back to Cedar Creek. I have one happy heart, and want to thank everyone at Cedar Creek for their hard work and effort in making our dream wedding come true! Your establishment is beautiful and you all are such kind, down to earth people! Happy happy bride <3 You won't be disappointed if you choose Cedar Creek! Love always, Pam, Tyler & Liam

he activities on the property and not have to look elsewhere for entertainment. Another great thing about cedar creek is that they accommodated 115 of our guests for the entire weekend. The ceremony and reception were both held on the grounds, beautifully set-up by the coordinator Krissy and the Cedar Creek staff. The staff is by far one of the best things about Cedar Creek besides the unique property itself. They truly care and go out of their way to make sure your needs are met, not just for weddings but in general. My husband and I have been visiting Cedar Creek for almost 3 years now, and we have been treated wonderfully every time. We left very satisfied!

dly. Countless times the coordinator talked about bride and groom, groom, groom, groom. We were two brides and that was made very clear and yet the language was not altered. She also rushed us and our parents throughout the tour. We sent an email stating our concerns and never received a response. We would not recommend any LGBTQ couples or allies consider them for their wedding.

people. They gave us the option to use a caterer or Cedar Creek for food. We used Cedar Creek and it was delicious. The BEST was we had the option to secure the whole property (200 acres) and some of the other buildings/facilities, not just use of The Barn, for an additional cost. They have lodging for ~100 or so, and we were able to negotiate a cost for all the rooms so that a good number of our guests could stay and celebrate with us all night long! They staff was helpful, cherry, and they allowed us to customize our event so that it was perfect for us. They accommodated unique requests. Our band sounded amazing in the space - initially we were concerned about the echo, but a 9 piece band fit and sounded great. Although we only had the reception here (wedding was closer to the city) the property was amazing and if we didn't opt for a church wedding would have loved to have the ceremony outside near the lake. They seem to be able to accommodate a wide budget range - we could have booked only The Barn but loved all the ammenities so much we wanted our guests to enjoy the whole property and have the whole thing to ourselves. Our guests were able to enjoy "cocktail hour" in the Western Town before heading to The Barn for dinner and dancing. Everyone was talking about how great the place was. We had an amazing time, it was everything we wanted.