Charming Venue in Central PA
Recently updated
This vendor updated their storefront within the last 15 days.
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Bradania McWilliams
VENUE DIRECTOR
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (11X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Welcome to Historic Shady Lane! Tucked away on 34 private acres in York County, Pennsylvania, Historic Shady Lane provides the perfect outdoor wedding experience. You and your guests will be treated to historic cobblestone backdrops, forests, gardens, and a gorgeous glass greenhouse.
At Historic Shady Lane, we want to make your wedding day as easy and stress-free as possible by providing suites for getting ready onsite, multiple ceremony options, a separate cocktail hour area, a tented reception space, tables and chairs, and more.
We believe in providing you with an effortless experience from start to finish, which is why your wedding coordinator is included in your package.
The venue at Historic Shady Lane is full of stories as it was once a family distillery above a spring-fed stream over 220 years ago. The estate has been preserved through The Farm and Natural Land Trust, and its new owners, the Kohrs, have been restoring the buildings and grounds. Every year, the venue opens its gates to 70 couples to make their dream weddings come true. With buildings from three different centuries on the estate, each having its own story, this is the perfect place to tell yours.
Historic Shady Lane is a charming wedding venue in Manchester, PA.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
Any questions?
Meet the team
Bradania McWilliams
Venue Director
As Venue Director at Historic Shady Lane, Bradania provides a warm welcome for couples who are dreaming of having their wedding at HSL. From the time couples inquire and tour, and through to their wedding day, Bradania is an integral part of the booking and planning process, working alongside our couples and their vendors to provide a seamless, and stress-free experience for both couples and their families. She can't wait to meet you!
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0172 reviews
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Historic Shady Lane is consistently praised by reviewers for its stunning beauty, impeccable grounds, and variety of ceremony sites. The staff, particularly Caitlyn, is commended for their professionalism and support throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Guests were impressed by the seamless operations, receiving assistance with golf carts and cleanup, making the experience truly unforgettable. With multiple picturesque options for photos and a charming greenhouse, the venue is highly recommended for couples seeking an elegant and customizable wedding space with helpful staff and a serene atmosphere.Review photos
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Arianna B
5.0
1/27/2026
We knew Historic Shady Lane was the one the moment we toured it! The venue is absolutely stunning — timeless, romantic, and full of charm. Every space feels thoughtfully designed, ...
and the grounds are beautiful in every season. It has that perfect balance of elegance and warmth that makes it feel truly special.
The team at Historic Shady Lane was amazing to work with throughout our planning process. They are organized, responsive, and genuinely care about making each couple’s day unforgettable. From day one, we felt supported and confident knowing our wedding is in such capable hands.
We were beyond excited to celebrate our wedding here in September 2025 and couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place to say “I do.” If you’re looking for a venue with breathtaking beauty and a team that truly goes above and beyond, Historic Shady Lane is an incredible choice.
Brittany C
5.0
11/12/2025
My husband and I had our wedding here last month and we could not recommend this venue enough! There are so many wonderful things that I could say about this venue, but I'll try an...
d summarize it! This venue hit all of our marks that we wanted for our wedding day. The property is absolutely beautiful and well-kept. As a bride, having the bridal cottage at 9 AM was super important to me so that myself and my wedding party could get ready at beforehand on the property. It also had a kitchen and storage area that I felt was helpful for us! We had so many scenic options for portraits that we took advantage of. Our guests could not stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and how friendly staff was towards them. They created a positive environment which enhanced our guests' experience and HSL was super easy to work with leading up to wedding day! If you are considering this venue, BOOK IT!
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Lauren B
5.0
10/12/2025
The most amazing wedding venue! My husband and I knew from the moment we walked on HSL that it was perfect for us. Everyone was so helpful and friendly, and the estate is just brea...
thtaking! We got so many compliments from our guests
Becca Z
5.0
9/14/2025
Historic Shady Lane is my dream wedding venue that turned into a reality. There are multiple ceremony sites to choose from- all equally beautiful depending on what vibe you want. E...
very part of the property is picturesque & it’s obvious they care greatly about upkeep. If you don’t mind booking your own vendors/coordinator, I would 100% recommend HSL! They also give you a list of reputable vendors of all categories. Honestly the dreamiest garden venue in PA!
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 09/15/2025
Becca!! Thank you SO much for your kind words and taking the time to write a review of you...
r experience with Historic Shady Lane. Your wedding day was magic and we're so honored to have been part of it! Wishing you the best! <3 -Bradania
Shannon F
5.0
5/11/2025
Despite a rainy start, our wedding day unfolded beautifully in your stunning cottage and grounds. Your team was exceptional, providing invaluable assistance with golf carts and ens...
uring our handicapped guests had a comfortable experience. Everything truly came together exactly as we had envisioned.
We were especially grateful for your team and Blake Events' seamless handling of the post-reception cleanup. Hearing about a friend's negative experience with deposit returns at another venue, this was a concern for us, but your staff efficiently packed everything into our cars, and we even departed ahead of schedule.
Throughout the entire process, communication was easy and supportive. We truly appreciated the flexibility in allowing my parents to visit the venue beforehand. Having Blake Events integrated was a wonderful bonus, simplifying our planning. We have nothing but positive things to say about Blake Events, you, and the venue – thank you for making our wedding day so perfect!
Catalina C
5.0
5/05/2025
Getting married at Historic Shady Lane was one of the best decisions we've ever made!! We knew it was the perfect venue for us from the moment we had our first visit! The property ...
is sprawling and absolutely gorgeous! I loved that they had an entire cottage for the bride/bridesmaids to get ready, and a separate den area for the groom/groomsmen to get ready! The choices for your ceremony site are endless and each one of them is unique and beautiful, and the venue allows you to really customize and get creative! The greenhouse is absolutely dreamy and the reception tent, even if you don't do much to it, is just lovely...! Bonus points for HSL being super pet-friendly, too!
I also appreciated Caitlyn's communication throughout the process! And I love that they have an on-call number for the day-of in case guests/vendors/bridal party need anything!
Our guests are still talking about how beautiful our wedding was and how breathtaking the venue was!
If you are looking for an elegant, romantic, and expansive venue that's unlike any other, Historic Shady Lane may just be the place for you!
Jessica H
5.0
12/30/2024
Historic Shady Lane was the best decision we made in planning our wedding day. The history of the venue and the variety in ceremony spaces was what sold me on the space. The glass ...
greenhouse was stunning and I loved that the venue was a blank canvas, enabling us to really create our dream design for our wedding day. Caitlyn and the staff at HSL were so nice and wonderful to work with. The location was convenient to where our guests were staying in York. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue. Definitely would recommend HSL!
Monica T
5.0
10/13/2024
Historic Shady Lane was the BEST decision we made for our wedding!!! It is truly the most stunning venue. All of our guests were in awe of how gorgeous our wedding day was. Caitlyn...
and the team made everything so easy. HSL is absolutely beautiful, conveniently located, and has the best staff. I want to relive our HSL dream wedding over and over again.
Megan S
5.0
9/15/2024
We just got married this August and I can’t tell you how many compliments we received over our venue! Even though temperatures were high, the trees made for perfect shade! I’m neve...
r a big fan of kids at weddings but we invited 20 kids under 12 and honestly, I barely saw them. They had plenty of room to run and play so no melt downs ! Overall, obviously I’m bias but the most beautiful venue I’ve been too!
Ashley B
5.0
9/11/2024
From the moment we first toured Historic Shady Lane, my now-husband and I knew we had found the venue of our dreams ✨✨ The estate is a true vision of beauty, with perfectly kept gr...
ounds and an array of stunning ceremony locations. Each spot we visited was more enchanting than the last, but the Rose Garden stole our hearts with its sheer magic!
Caitlyn, the venue director, and the entire HSL team went above and beyond to make our day perfect! Caitlyn’s dedication and support throughout the entire process were invaluable, ensuring we felt cherished and well-cared-for every step of the way.
At the property’s center is a gorgeous greenhouse that served as the ideal backdrop for photos and the designated location for cocktail hour. The reception tent was complemented by a refreshing breeze that our guests adored. The unlimited golf cart rides made for a seamless and comfortable event for everyone involved.
Having the bridal cottage on the property was a game-changer for our wedding day. The all-day access made for a truly easygoing experience, allowing us to relax and prepare without feeling rushed. The groomsmen den was equally impressive, providing a dedicated space for the groom and his party to unwind and bond.
Every detail of HSL feels like a page out of a fairytale. The atmosphere was nothing short of magical, and we would relive this day a hundred times over if we could!!! We are deeply grateful for the unforgettable experience Historic Shady Lane provided 🤍🤍🤍✨
Hadley S
5.0
7/02/2024
We loved Historic Shady Lane! It had everything on our checklist. A place for both bride and groom to get ready day of, indoor and outdoor ceremony options, beautiful greenery, and...
an onsite reception tent. The only thing is you are not allowed access to the venue until 9am the day of the wedding which made it difficult to get all the decorations into the tent for the coordinator to set up. Beyond that, the place is perfect and we got sooo many comments on how beautiful of a venue we picked. I definitely recommend this venue!
Kelly P
5.0
7/01/2024
HSL was an absolutely stunning venue for our wedding in June! All of our guests commented on how gorgeous the venue was. HSL were super helpful throughout the whole process and it ...
was so nice having the two houses on property to get ready on! HSL was also not only helpful leading up to the wedding date but also on the day of. They worked great with my DOC and Caterer! I highly recommend HSL for your wedding!!
Sydney V
5.0
6/25/2024
Historic Shady Lane couldn't have been a more perfect venue for our wedding day! Their team was responsive and easy to work with, the grounds were immaculate, and the day-of golf c...
art service was such a luxury.
Victoria V
5.0
6/18/2024
We got married at HSL on June 7th, and it was the most perfect day. We could not have gotten married at a more beautiful, spacious, and photo-friendly venue. HSL has many ceremony ...
sites to chose from, that all have their own incredible views. We got married at the Rose Garden, and the pictures of the ceremony site are to die for. The Greenhouse was the most stunning site of them all (in my opinion) and so very unique to this venue itself. Our guests loved having cocktail hour in and around The Greenhouse. For the reception, the tent HSL provides is incredible, and you have so many options and space to organize all of the tables. Caitlyn, the venue coordinator, was tremendous to work with, and was very quick to answer any and all emails/questions we had for her. I would one million perfect recommend HSL to anyone looking to get married on the east coast. This venue is breathtaking, and you will not find one similar to HSL in PA and surrounding areas.
Brittany L
5.0
6/17/2024
I cannot speak highly enough about Historic Shady Lane and it’a staff. My husband and I knew as soon as we pulled onto the grounds that we would get married there. We were greeted ...
by Caitlyn who instantly made us feel welcomed. She was available at any time throughout the entire time we were engaged. The staff keeps the grounds spectacular. The day of ran so smooth. We had a beautiful sunny day and so enjoyed every single bit of it. I couldn’t even begin to think of anything else they could have done for us. 10/10 recommend from every single angle. We wish we could go back and relive our experience/special day again and again. Thank you thank HSL and staff, we are forever grateful for you!
Emily S
5.0
6/11/2024
Historic Shady Lane in Manchester, PA, is the most beautiful venue I’ve ever seen! Our wedding was truly magical, thanks to the breathtaking surroundings and the impeccable service...
. The venue is serene and free of any disturbing noises, allowing us and our guests to fully enjoy the day. There was plenty of space for everyone to relax and have a great time. The golf cart services were a thoughtful touch, ensuring that guests who needed extra help could easily get around. The staff were all super helpful and friendly throughout the entire process. We worked directly with Caitlyn, who was incredibly responsive and answered all our questions in a timely manner. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue for our special day. Highly recommend Historic Shady Lane!
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 06/13/2024
Hi Emily!!
Thank you for your review and kind words!
We are so glad you chose HSL as your ...
venue and your wedding couldn’t have been more beautiful. 🤍
It was such a pleasure working with you + Ed. Please keep in touch!
Caitlyn
Bella Y
5.0
6/06/2024
Historic Shady Lane is the most beautiful venue I've been to and I'm blessed we could have our wedding here this Spring! Caitlyn was so helpful and kind throughout the whole planni...
ng process and the staff was amazing and so friendly day of. I'd recommend HSL to anyone looking for a venue for their wedding ❤️
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 06/13/2024
Thank you, Bella!
Your wedding was so beautiful and filled with love <3
I loved working ...
with the two of you and wish you both so much happiness!
Caitlyn
Emma Z
5.0
12/12/2023
Having our wedding at Historic Shady Lane was hands down the best choice for our big day!!! What an incredible team HSL has. I always felt so supported and taken care of by Caitlyn...
. The grounds are beautiful, and to have a venue where the rain plan is just as, if not more, stunning than the original plan is SO rare. The candlelit garden party wedding I have been dreaming about for so long was 100% brought to life at HSL, rain and all! People are still raving about the venue, team, and smooth-ness of our wedding and I will forever be grateful we were a HSL couple!
Jackie K
5.0
11/16/2023
We loved this venue so much! We fell in love with it the minute we stepped foot onto it. We only looked at this one, in the middle of winter and it was still beautiful. They took c...
are of all the set up and tear down for us. It was amazing but hard to choose from all their ceremonial options. Definitely look at this venue!
Autumn D
5.0
11/01/2023
Incredible place and people! I worked primarily with Caitlyn, she is straightforward in answering all questions and in asking them which I really appreciated. We had a micro weddi...
ng in the greenhouse area, guests could not believe we found such a beautiful place. The getting ready areas, the ceremony options and the set up/tear down of furniture - everything was top notch even for a small intimate wedding. Highly recommend this place for any size wedding. We utilized all of their recommendations for vendors and for our hotel. Thank you so much Historic Shady Lane, Caitlyn and staff!
Sandy R
5.0
10/30/2023
I cannot say enough to tell you what a wonderful, wonderful experience we had at historic Shady Lane were we had for our son’s wedding this past weekend. Everything was so professi...
onally done and organized. The staff was outstanding. If you’re looking for an a venue that’s easy to work with. I highly recommend this one.
Baylee M
5.0
10/17/2023
Historic Shady Lane was the perfecf wedding venue! From the start of the tour with Caitlyn prior to booking, we were instantly stunned by how beautiful the property is and how well...
taken care of it is. We only toured this wedding venue and instantly fell in love with it even though there was snow on the ground the day we toured as the property has so many beautiful features including the greenhouse! Historic Shady Lane has so many beautiful options for ceremony sites and has separate bride and groom suites for the day of to get ready which are both well equipped for the entire day! We were able to spend our entire day on site getting ready, the ceremony and reception and they provided golf carts for easy and quick access around the property. Caitlyn and the HSL team are very responsive and helped make sure our day ran so smoothly along with our day of coordinator team from Sapphire Road. We truly could not have imagined a more perfect wedding venue than Historic Shady Lane!
Jenna M
5.0
10/11/2023
Historic Shady Lane was the most amazing venue for our September wedding. From the start, the team there is very responsive to all your questions and professional through every ste...
p. We had the most beautiful bridal and groom suites to get ready in, and every inch of the grounds was well maintained, providing a TON of options for you to have your ceremony and cocktail hour spaces. They will really work with you on any vision to help bring it to life. On our day, it unfortunately rained, but the HSL team was ready for it and didn't miss a beat.. They helped us have the most beautiful ceremony in our back-up location, which turned out to be so gorgeous. We feel so thankful that we chose HSL because we don't think our wedding would've been so wonderful had we gone with another venue.
Devon B
5.0
10/03/2023
My wife and I got married at Historic Shady Lane (HSL) in September and it was an absolutely perfect experience! For starters the venue is absolutely gorgeous and the property is v...
ery well maintained with many different choices for ceremony and cocktail hour locations (we were particularly fond of the Greenhouse Terrace with all of the hydrangeas). We were going for a garden party theme and HSL delivered on that vision perfectly. In addition to all of the beautiful outdoor locations, there was also a beautiful bridal suite for the Bride's party to get ready and a cool and relaxing den for the Groom's party to hang out and get ready. The bridal suite was incredibly open with a ton of natural light which was perfect for taking some of the best photos imaginable. The cottage where the bridal suite was in featured a ton of spots for photo opportunities all around the house. In terms of logistics this venue also delivers from the minute you book it to the end of your event. Throughout the entire process Caitlyn, the Venue Director, helped us every step of the way. She was responsive to questions and helped make all the planning and little details that much easier. The venue staff were incredibly helpful and made the day go smoothly (they even had golf carts so we could get around the property quickly and easily). Booking HSL was the best decision my wife and I made for our wedding and it truly helped the entire vision come to life. If you are reading this and are on the fence, I would say book it! There is truly something for everyone here. There are so many choices for ceremony location and different packages for to fit different budgets that I think any couple would be overjoyed to get married here. Thanks so much to Caitlyn and all of the staff at HSL for making our day truly unforgettable.
Olivia S
5.0
9/13/2023
We got married at Historic Shady Lane. The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff is wonderful and so helpful and kind. I am so grateful for such an amazing venue and team,...
especially Caitlyn!
Nicole B
5.0
8/29/2023
My husband and I celebrated our cocktail hour and reception at HSL this past June after our church wedding. As soon as we toured this venue, we absolutely loved how open and gorgeo...
us it was. It was the perfect combination of a classic, rustic, and garden feel. In June, the trees and flowers were in full bloom and we were blown away at how pretty it was. From the time we booked up until to the wedding day, Caitlin was so helpful and communicated with us the whole time. We loved how flexible they allowed us to be, bringing in all of our favorite vendors and being able to choose who we wanted to work with! We would highly recommend this venue to any couple!
Lara P
5.0
8/25/2023
We got married at Historic Shady Lane this July and it was the best experience we could have ever asked for! It truly was the most picturesque day at the location of our dreams.
H...
SL was actually the first and only venue we toured. We chose it immediately after our tour with their Venue Director, Caitlyn, because it was the most gorgeous place and had everything we wanted for our special day. (Note: We also toured the venue in December, their off-season, which says a lot considering nothing was even in bloom yet and the foliage was limited! It was still that stunning.) The grounds are extremely well kept and it’s clear that a ton of work and love go into making it perfect for each couple’s day. We chose to get married in front of the greenhouse (although there were so many gorgeous ceremony locations to choose from), had our cocktail hour in and around the greenhouse, and had our reception in the tent. The proximity of everything made it very convenient for us and our guests.
When it came to the planning and logistics, HSL had so much included and Caitlyn was a dream to work with! One of our favorite parts of the venue was the fact that there were getting-ready suites for each of us and our wedding parties. It made it so our entire day was spent at HSL and there was no back and forth to other locations. The ladies brought breakfast to the cottage and spent the morning getting ready—there was so much space (all beautifully decorated!) for everyone to get ready, jam to music, and spend some time together. The men also had a great time in the den playing foosball and hanging out before the ceremony. HSL had plenty of large golf carts on-site to help both us and guests navigate the grounds and get where we needed to quickly and comfortably.
The day of was so much less stressful than we expected because everything was in place and planned to perfection by both our wedding planner (Events by Gillian & Co.) and the HSL team. All of the moving pieces were handled and we felt extremely taken care of.
During and after the wedding, our guests were raving about how beautiful the venue was and said that the wedding felt like it was out of a fairytale. We could not have asked for a more perfect day and would do it all over again at HSL if we could!
Brooke S
5.0
7/27/2023
I got married in May 2023 at HSL and I cannot say enough amazing things about the experience. My fiance and I had an almost two year engagement, and we chose HSL very early on in t...
he wedding planning process. Despite having PLENTY of time, our early questions, wonderings, and worries were always answered promptly (even though I'm sure they were busy with various bookings). They provided a list of AMAZING vendors that worked seamlessly with the venue the day of our event. Caitlyn herself was always kind and beyond helpful. Wedding planning is so stressful, but her calm demeanor and her clear expertise made everything go smoothly. I had expected to be anxious, worried, and running around the day of my wedding, but Historic Shady Lane (and Sapphire Road day of coordination) truly made all of those worries disappear. The week of the wedding, I kept feeling like there should be more for me to do, but HSL totally had everything handled behind the scenes, so I could truly enjoy my wedding day AND the week leading up to it. If I did the whole wedding process over again, I would choose HSL again in a heartbeat. :) (and it goes without saying, it's the most beautiful venue, my guests are still talking to me months later about the woods, the gardens, the greenhouse, etc)
Cayris R
5.0
6/30/2023
The staff was super professional and kind. The venue coordinator always went above and beyond my expectations to help with whatever was needed. She was so organized, down to earth,...
and there for any questions that you have. They truly make sure that your vision comes to life. This venue is magical and made my wedding day look like everything I had ever hoped for. I am so thankful I picked them for my wedding day!
Katie D
5.0
6/10/2023
Love love LOVE Historic Shady Lane venue! We got married there at the end of April and April did bring showers the weekend of our wedding but the venue staff made sure that everyth...
ing was cleared and dried before our ceremony started. Our venue coordinator, Caitlyn was very attentive and answered all our questions in a timely manner! This venue is truly a dream with enchanted photo spots and a beautiful layout! Even the the getting ready spots were very spacious and accommodating! 10/10 recommend this venue!
Carleigh K
5.0
6/09/2023
My husband and I knew that there was something uniquely special about Historic Shady Lane from our first visit. Not only is the venue itself beautiful, but the kindness of those th...
at work there is evident through every interaction. You can tell that everyone who works on site genuinely loves their job and is dedicated to giving you the most wonderful wedding experience. We would recommend Historic Shady Lane to anyone who is looking for a wedding venue.
Mary G
5.0
6/05/2023
Our wedding at HSL on 5/20 could not have been more perfect! The venue, including bride & groom suites, were clean and well appointed. The grounds were lush and exceptionally maint...
ained. The team was amazing and Caitlyn was quick to respond to any questions I had. We live on the west coast so she did a great job of making sure that I was able to visit the venue and do walk throughs when I was back east. If you are looking for a venue with a mixture of indoor and outdoor spaces I can not recommend HSL enough. Thank you Caitlyn and the rest of the team for making our wedding day a dream come true!
Kayla T
5.0
5/30/2023
I can't say enough good things about Historic Shady Lane. We chose this as the venue for our wedding and it was absolutely incredible. Our venue coordinator, Caitlyn, was amazing ...
to work with throughout the entire planning process. She was responsive, kind, helpful, and patient with my indecisiveness.
On the day of they absolutely knocked it out of the park. We had ~150 guests, and everything from start to finish was well coordinated, organized, and allowed all our guests to relax and have fun. Everything on the logistics side went completely smoothly. The grounds and landscaping were absolutely stunning and we're still getting compliments from all of our guests. On top of that, it was raining the entire morning of our wedding. The Historic Shady Lane staff was fantastic in helping us get a Plan B together for rain showers, and being totally flexible with us as we were watching the radar the whole day. I know there was so much more work done behind the scenes than I'm even aware of.
Historic Shady Lane truly made our fairytale wedding dreams come true.
Moriah V
5.0
5/23/2023
Historic Shady Lane was the absolute perfect spot for our special day! Our wedding was on May 5th, 2023 and the day was gorgeous the venue was showing off all its greens and colorf...
ul flowers and it made it so easy to decorate because it was just beautiful standing alone.
Trisha M
5.0
4/25/2023
Historic Shady Lane is an incredible venue that leaves you a gorgeous canvas to make a rustic, modern, industrial or garden party theme wedding of your dreams without breaking the ...
bank because of the natural beauty built in. Caitlyn was one of the best parts of the venue from communication, ideas and golf cart service day of she's a total rockstar and we were so thankful to her for everything because it wouldn't have gone smoothly without her support. Book here for an incredible day even with a rain plan!
Morgan T
5.0
11/23/2022
We first visited Historic Shady Lane for our friends' wedding and were in love with the property immediately. When it was time for our own wedding planning we knew we had to schedu...
le a tour. We looked at a few venues, but there was never really any question we would be booking HSL. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous, but still natural. Everything looks like it's out of a story book. Even though we had been to HSL for another wedding, there are so many options that we had no problem making the day our own. The spaces designated for getting ready made the morning so fun and convenient. There was more than enough room for everyone to get ready comfortably, jam to some music, and enjoy mimosas. The house for the bridal party especially made it easy to coordinate family members. Everyone on site was so nice and helpful. Communication was quick when we had questions and they provided us with some wonderful insight regarding vendors. I honestly don't think there is a more beautiful venue with more accommodating and helpful staff out there!
Amory K
5.0
11/22/2022
Historic Shady Lane is/was/will always be the most beautiful venue I have ever been to. A hidden gem that I am so glad we found.
We were planning the wedding from afar - we live...
in California, my husband is from Ohio, I’m from New York, but we met in Pennsylvania. We wanted to go back to the state where it all started. We knew that the decision making and planning was going to be long distance… and I never expected how stressful that would be. The question soon became, “but where?”.
The ask’s were simple, or so I thought. We wanted an outdoor venue, surrounded by ivy covered trees, a sprawling property with historical buildings placed throughout. If there was a greenhouse, that was an added bonus. This soon became an impossible search. Where to begin? I turned to Instagram and scoured through PA based photographers' instagrams to find inspiration. Just when I thought this method wasn’t working and that we’d have to resort to a wedding directory site… Historic Shady Lane appeared. Not only was it EXACTLY what we were looking for… it was more.
They took care of everything - the tent, the tables, the chairs, the set up and breakdown. They had golf carts to help guests get to different parts of the grounds. They had spaces to get ready. The grounds are immaculate. The only thing you needed to do was make it your own - you chose the vendors, you made it “yours”. Just as every love is different, so is the look and feel of your wedding. I, personally, LOVED that. It would truly be OUR day. I knew instantly that this was the place where we would be getting married and it didn’t take much to convince my soon-to-be husband that this is where we’d be exchanging our vows. And with that, we made the decision.
This next part will make anyone planning their wedding anxious. We put a deposit down… without having visited the grounds in person. Looking back, I would do it a thousand times over if given the chance to. It was one of the best decisions we made.
The first time we visited HSL in person was 4 months before our wedding. How I wish I could relive that moment! It was everything we had dreamed it would be and more. We toured the property with Caitlyn and Mandy (our DOC). They stepped us through our day, and ran through so many of the details we (I) had been obsessing over the previous few months. There was no doubt in my mind that we had made the right decision.
We planned everything from afar. To begin to tell you just how scary that is would not even begin to chip away at that kind of iceberg. It was terrifying! Enter HSL - the property director Caitlyn answered every question, soothed every doubt and stepped in to help at the last minute to help when some unexpected decisions needed to be made. Come the day of the wedding, the HSL staff guided and helped get our party and our guests get everywhere they needed to go. There was never a moment where someone was not available to help. Our day went on without a hitch.
The act of getting married is nerve-racking enough… and to have a team of people behind you who do everything in their power to make it the best day ever for the two of you MEANS THE WORLD in your most anxious-nervous-excited moments. I can not thank the entire team at HSL for making our day the most perfect day.
If you are thinking about having your wedding at Historic Shady Lane, stop thinking. It was one of the best decisions we made and we’d make the same decision if given the chance to do it all over again.
Taylor H
5.0
11/14/2022
Our wedding day was PERFECT. HSL is honestly one of the best spots to get married. There are so many different choices of ceremony spots, it's honestly great. We chose the woodsy a...
rea and it was perfect.
The HSL staff really takes care of the grounds here and everything else within it. To be able to get ready on site is also great. The bridal suite is very spacious.
We love it there and all of our guest could not believe we found a spot like HSL. Thank you for making our day great.
Tierney K
5.0
11/11/2022
Of course Historic Shady Lane lived up to its beauty on our wedding day. Everything was perfect from Caitlyn's help before the wedding to the 'day of' staff. HSL offers so many dif...
ferent ceremony sites and options for cocktail hour, decor, and reception it really can fit anyones style and give a timeless look throughout all the seasons. The bridal cottage and men's den amenities make for such an easy getting process as well. We love Historic Shady Lane :)
Alex Z
5.0
11/10/2022
Historic Shady Lane was an amazing venue for our wedding: we were initially impressed during our first visit to the venue, even though it was a drizzly overcast day, it was immedia...
tely obvious how well the venue fit with the vision of our day. Throughout the course of wedding planning, the venue’s coordinators were more than willing to help us make sure that the venue lived up to our expectations for our day. The spaces provided for getting ready were fantastic, the ceremony space worked extremely well during our August wedding, and the greenhouse/patio and tent were excellent for our cocktail hour and reception, respectively. Historic Shady Lane was able to accommodate all of our guests and provided a fantastic outdoor setting (which was also great for COVID safety) that made our wedding day memorable and special, and we’d recommend this venue for others.
Kim H
5.0
11/04/2022
The moment we saw Historic Shady Lane we fell in love (so did our guests, they are still raving about it)! The estate is tucked away and the moment you enter it feels like you walk...
ed into a fairytale. Every single spot is picture perfect! The getting ready areas were incredible and able to accommodate our every need. They also provide golf carts which were amazing for us and our guests since it was so warm on our day.
Caitlyn was a pleasure to work with, her and the staff at HSL were always very pleasant and helpful. We really loved the fact that there were so many ceremony and reception locations to choose from to completely customize your day to fit your aesthetic. With the help of the staff, the amazing locations, and the variety of packages we were able to experience a magical celebration that us and our guests will never forget! For that, we will forever be grateful.
Jamie P
4.0
11/03/2022
Historic shady lane is a fabulous venue! They have so much landscapes that any area you pick will be a great site for ceremony and reception. The venue director is very nice and he...
lpful however the staff used for our actual wedding day we’re not very inviting. The golf cart drivers were not pleasant or friendly. They appeared as if my wedding party and bride/groom asking for rides back to the cottage/ to the reception was a serious chore that they didn’t want to do. All of our vendors were amazing however the venue doesn’t provide any- you must find/hire them on your own FYI.
Kaelyn T
5.0
11/03/2022
The most beautiful venue! We received so many compliments on how amazing the venue was from our guest. It was a perfect size with the various locations. They are very flexible to a...
llow you to have your ceremony and cocktail hour at various locations at the venue.
Danielle T
5.0
10/17/2022
Having our wedding at Historic Shady Lane was everything and more. We got married on 10/1/22 - the coldest, moodiest day of the year since earlier May haha. Despite the weather, th...
e entire day was absolute perfection. The entire staff/team always made me feel so supported, made sure I was never stressed, and took such great care of us the entire day. This venue is absolutely stunning and our "rain plan" was equally, if not more, dreamy than the original plan. That greenhouse is pure magic. I cannot recommend booking HSL enough! It was a day from our wildest dreams.
Aileen S
5.0
9/25/2022
We loved HSL! It was beautiful and we had the opportunity to truly personalize our wedding exactly how we wanted to. Staff were great and the coordinators they work with are amazin...
g! (Gillian)
I wish I can relive my wedding day over and over again it was perfect!
Shelby C
5.0
9/02/2022
Historic Shady Lane was the absolute best venue we could have dreamed of having for our wedding day! Every square inch of the grounds is so well kept and absolutely stunning. Being...
able to have every part of our day at the venue made the day run so smooth and made me feel so calm as a bride. Caitlyn was amazing to work with and made the whole planning process so easy! There are so many different locations on the property to take photos and every single one is stunning! The tent was perfect for our reception and since it is such a blank slate we could make it unique for our day. All of guests commented how beautiful the venue was and loved the property. The golf cart staff was amazing on the wedding day, especially since it was so hot that it was nice not to have walk everywhere. Could not recommend Historic Shady Lane enough, I wish we could do it all over again!!
Taylor M
5.0
8/27/2022
Historic Shady Lane was great to work with through the planning process and when the day of came everything moved seamlessly! The venue is beautiful, like out of a Pinterest board,...
and our guests loved it as well.
Ranjana C
5.0
8/25/2022
Historic Shady Lane is an absolutely stunning venue! I mean it looks like something out of a fairytale! There are multiple ceremony sites at HSL - all absolutely stunning. So many ...
incredible places for you to take your photos at! The reception tent is basically a blank canvas ready for you to put your unique twist on.
We had a fusion Indian/American wedding which meant a lot of moving parts, 2 ceremonies and more. Caitlyn and her team at HSL were up to the task, so easy to work with and thorough in prepping for our wedding. We got so lucky with the weather, but the team was totally prepped for a rain plan just in case. Everyone we interacted with on the day of was so nice! We were thrilled to have had our wedding at Historic Shady Lane!
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 08/25/2022
Thank you so much for the review, Reggie!
Beverly C
5.0
8/10/2022
Hi, Caitlyn (Venue Director) The wedding day was perfect, thank you! The venue was wonderful, and all of the vendors helped create everything (and more) that my daughter had e...
nvisioned...it was a fantastic celebration enjoyed by wonderful family and friends! Many guests commented that the grounds of the estate were beautiful, and it was the most unique and creative venue they had ever experienced 😀🎉
Your time and help throughout this process is much appreciated. You were great at lowering the stress level of the mother-of-the-bride and that was vital to all of our success!
Thank you again for a tremendous experience from beginning to wedding day, and for the use of your wonderful facilities and grounds at Historic Shady Lane ❤
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 08/11/2022
Hi Bev!!
Thank you so much for your kind review. I loved working with both mother's and ...
Shelby throughout the planning process. Their wedding was incredibly stunning and we wish them so much happiness in their future! :)
Uma P
5.0
5/29/2022
This venue is just something out of a dream!! Aside from the totally gorgeous setting, the team was amazing to work with throughout the planning process - super accessible and resp...
onsive to any questions we had. And they were stellar on the day of - everyone we interacted with was incredibly helpful and such a pleasure to work with. We were unsure about rain on the day of and even though we lucked out with great weather, the team was ready to execute a rain plan if needed. Couldn’t have asked for a better place for our special day.
Response from Historic Shady Lane on 06/13/2022
Uma,
Thank you for the review! Your wedding was incredibly beautiful and it was awesome ...
working with the two of you!
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