Weddings and Social Events
151 to 200 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Sandy Dimitratos
EVENTS DIRECTOR
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Conveniently located just minutes from Hartford. We personally invite you to visit the beautiful Grand Lodge in South Windsor, Connecticut, which is a hidden gem in a wooded country environment. We offer dedicated personalized service, rustic romantic ambiance, and exquisite food prepared by our certified chefs. Every event is important to us and we would like to personally invite you to arrange for a consultation and to tour our facility. With over 30+ years of experience, our event planners are eager to assist you in finalizing every detail of your special day! Thank you for considering Maneeley’s!
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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
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Barn
Tented
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Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
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Sandy Dimitratos
Events Director
Sandy Dimitratos is the director of sales and events at Maneeleys
She has been a wedding professional for 12 years , planning and overseeing each and every detail for every wedding celebration
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Maneeley's is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. The venue is described as beautiful, rustic, and charming with a professional team that goes above and beyond. The staff is praised for their helpfulness, flexibility, and organization throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The included decorations, personalized cake, and menu of signature drinks are appreciated, as well as the delicious food. Overall, customers were extremely satisfied with their experience at Maneeley's.Review photos
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Abigail R
4.0
11/08/2023
We chose Maneeley's to cater our wedding at another venue. Sandy is great to work with and very energetic. The communication was great, we were never waiting more than 24 hours for a response. The day of our wedding, Sandy went above and beyond with our sweetheart tablecloth and it really made a difference. The service they provide is excellent, the waitstaff was great.
Rachel T
5.0
10/26/2023
Our wedding day was beautiful and everything went perfectly in large part due to Maneeley’s and Sandy and Rebecca! Your money goes a long way at this venue, as I didn’t have to worry about decorations beyond picking things out that they had, and dropping some stuff off, but they put everything out for us and it was truly beautiful and exactly what I wanted. Wedding food can be hit or miss, but here it’s a HUGE hit! Everyone loved their entrees, and my husband and I were so hungry and grateful they served us first so we could spend a moment just eating and enjoying. They had no problem accommodating anything we wanted, as we had a mobile mini golf course set up for everyone to have fun with. Truly a beautiful space with a professional team, who has done this time and time again. Can’t recommend Maneeley’s enough. We had a perfect wedding day.
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Siobhan C
5.0
10/21/2023
I feel like if you don’t get married at Maneeley’s, you’re making a mistake. They were the second venue we looked at and we were immediately sold. Not only is the pricing reasonable in comparison with other similar sized venues, but they do SO MUCH of the decor and planning. This isn’t one of those places where the chairs cost extra. The cake (from Modern Pastry!) is included, they have a menu of signature drinks for you to pick from (highly recommend the honey moonshine it is delicious) and you can use their own centerpieces and decor. Sandy and Rebecca worked with us consistently from the first visit all the way through to the rehearsal to make sure every base was covered and ultimately the day of the wedding was better than I could have imagined. I’m so grateful to them for making my dream day so beautiful.
response 10/25/2023
Siobhan,
Thank you so much for celebrating with us! Your wedding was so beautiful, it was...
our pleasure to host you and your family. Wishing you love and happiness in all the years to come!
All the best,
Sandy, Rebecca & the Maneeley's Team
Kayley W
5.0
10/18/2023
This venue is beautiful, rustic and charming. The Maneeley's staff goes above and beyond to ensure they are providing the best experience possible. They are flexible, accommodating, and organized. They supply decorations and take care of decorating day of, having a built in wedding coordinating for the day of takes a lot of stress off the couple. Maneeleys includes all the details and items for one price, so you know what you will be spending upfront. Maneeley's was always responsive and made sure they understood your vision. I have nothing but positive feedback for this venue, and absolutely would recommend them to anyone!
response 10/25/2023
Kayley,
Congratulations! We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with us h...
ere. It was our pleasure to work with you and help create a magical day.
With love,
The Maneeley's Team
Cameron W
5.0
9/14/2023
Sandy was our coordinator and she made us feel at ease about planning and she was amazing. The decor was beautiful and she had great ideas that made the planning process easier. The staff were super helpful and the venue was beautiful! Well worth the money spent!
response 10/25/2023
Cameron,
Thank you so much for leaving such kind words for us. We wish you love and happin...
ess in married life!
All the best,
The Maneeley's Team
Lauren M
5.0
9/11/2023
Maneeleys was the first venue tour planned of many in our search to find our perfect wedding spot, when we visited this location and met with Sandy we immediately fell in love! Sandy is so in-depth and truly cares about each individual wedding and couple! Sandy sold us immediately on the venue with her passion and all that the venue had to offer that we cancelled the rest of our venue tours and booked our wedding the same day!
I truly cannot complain about one thing... The food was amazing, our guests raved about the food and several told us that it was the best food they have had at a wedding. The portions and quality were beyond my expectations....The decorations and cake being all included and personalized made wedding planning SO SO SO easy. This took SO much stress off of my plate.... The venue is so beautiful and I loved the options for the different ceremony locations.
Sandy is truly the best, very knowledgeable and so accommodating!
Most businesses make you feel like a transaction, this was not the case. Sandy and The Team made my wedding day so special and memorable, truly a day that I will never forget! They know what they are doing! 100/10 would recommend. I am hoping that I have a family member or friend book their wedding here in the future so that I can experience the venue as a guest and reminisce on the best day of my life!
Amanda D
5.0
7/08/2023
Maneeleys gave us our dream wedding! Everything I envisioned and wanted, Sandy was always one step ahead of us and made everything better than I even imagined. She ensured the day went smoothly and was extremely responsive, always quick to relieve any anxiety I had. The venue was gorgeous and the staff was extremely attentive to us and all our guests throughout the night. We have guests still telling us how much they enjoyed the food and venue. We couldn’t be happier with Maneeleys and Sandy, truly the best night of our lives.
Abby K
5.0
11/21/2022
Sandy and her team went above and beyond to help make our wedding day magical! We were so happy to have found Maneeley’s during our venue search- the Lodge is gorgeous, the grounds are beautifully maintained and the food is delicious. If we had to plan it all again we wouldn’t change a thing!
Colleen T
5.0
8/04/2022
Maneeley's was just amazing! Sandy was beyond helpful every step of the way and she was so easy to work with. This venue is really a "one stop shop" as so much is included. They have such a wide selection of decor to choose from! It made the planning process so much easier & I appreciated not having to buy items I would never use again! I can't recommend them enough. We are still reeling over our special day!
Samantha F
5.0
6/24/2022
Where to even begin—Bruce, Sandy, and all of the staff with Maneeley’s Banquet and Catering are the best this wedding industry has to offer.
Our 250 person wedding was built from the ground up, literally. When we first starting planning our wedding, we met with Bruce & told him our crazy idea to get married on Dzen Tree Farm, our family’s farm. Without a second thought, Bruce immediately jumped in & eased all of our anxieties away about figuring out how to bring this idea together. From that point forward, we knew we were in good hands.
I’ll be completely honest, when we first met with Bruce I had tears in my eyes because of the amount of weight lifted from my shoulders. And each time we met with him and Sandy, the weight continued to lift. They listened to us then took on our dreams & plans and built it into something we couldn’t have imagined. Bruce & Sandy handled everything—and I mean everything. They coordinated with our vendors, contacted & brought in our tent and rentals, secured toilets, advocated for our wants and needs, organized our place settings, brought in their A-team to cater to our guests, made the best meals & drinks that our guests are still raving about, and the list goes on and on and on!
Bruce & Sandy didn’t just provide catering for our wedding; they built our wedding & were the voice of reason making sure our day was exactly what we wanted. It’s hard to put into words how grateful we feel for Maneeley’s. The easiest way to say it is, we could not have managed this day without them & we will continue to rave about how amazing they are!
Thank you Bruce, Sandy, Rebecca, and all of our amazing amazing Maneeley’s crew!
Allison R
5.0
6/12/2022
Sandy & her team brought my wedding vision to life. Everyone always says that your wedding day goes by in a blur, but Sandy and the staff at Maneeley’s made sure that my husband and I got to experience every detail. Our guests were blown away by the kindness of the staff and the quality of the food — everything was top notch! I am so happy we chose Maneeley’s — it was a perfect day!
Robbie S
5.0
1/09/2022
Maneeley's was a perfect place for our wedding! It was awesome working with Sandy and Bruce and the entire Maneeley's staff. They treat their staff very well and everyone there helps make your wedding night super special! The lodge was absolutely beautiful - they did a perfect job decorating both the inside and outside. Everyone loved the food and the atmosphere. They were very flexible with dietary restrictions. Both Sandy and Bruce were extremely accommodating throughout the wedding planning process and went out of their way to make certain things happen. Our perfect wedding night came to life with the help of the entire Maneeley's family. We would highly recommend and encourage anyone looking to have a wedding (or really any event) to check them out!
Patrick D
5.0
10/25/2021
Sandy made our wedding so easy and stress free. We booked 2 years out of our wedding, and Sandy made sure to check in every couple months to ensure we had our timeline down. Sandy had every single detail layed out and made our decisions very easy. She brought up things we hadn't thought of and helped us so much. We only looked at a few other places, but all the other places would charge you to rent their decorations or you couldn't bring in outside decorations. Sandy and her team had so many decorations that you could use for FREE (wine barrels, lanterns, signs, card box, etc), and asked if we wanted to bring anymore. We brought an Arch, a wagon, and several signs, that Sandy and her team set up for us.
The food was great at the wedding, the guests loved it all. The night of the wedding we ordered catered food to take back to the hotel so our guests had a late night snack. Shoutout to BRUCE!
I can't think of one negative about the entire experience. Start to finish, it was all so easy. We received several compliments from guests as it was their favorite wedding they've been to. A handful of guests have asked about prices, etc, as they have family getting married and want to recommend Maneeley's. I imagine I will be back here, as a guest, and cannot wait!
Devan W
5.0
10/03/2021
We knew from the moment we stepped foot in the Grand Lodge that it was exactly what we were looking for! The grounds at Maneeley's are absolutely beautiful and the Grand Lodge was the rustic romantic venue that we wanted. They are very reasonably priced, served outstanding food, and had so much more included in their wedding package compared to the other venues that we looked at. The staff was awesome! Sandy was absolutely amazing to work with, she was so helpful and was always responsive to our questions and concerns, from our first meeting to the wedding day, she was great! The day of our wedding we also had a very kind and helpful staff member, Christine I believe, who was by our side keeping us on track and helping us with anything we needed throughout the night. We had so many people come up to us about how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was! We even had people tell us they want their kids to get married there! It was the perfect venue and we are so happy that we had our wedding at Maneeley's! Thank you for making our wedding everything we could've imagined and more!
Amy T
5.0
8/01/2021
Sandy was amazing from the moment we walked in the door! She’s responsive to emails, so helpful and friendly, very flexible and enjoyable to work with. Maneeley’s was the perfect place for us and offered everything and anything. There was zero stress! The grounds and Lodge are absolutely beautiful! Our ceremony was under the tent and it was gorgeous! The food was so delicious. So many people told us that as the bride and groom we wouldn’t have time to eat, we ate and we were full! Our guests had nothing but compliments! We had an absolute blast and definitely recommend Maneeley’s
Ashley D
5.0
11/09/2020
I had my eyes set on the grand lodge at Maneeleys since before I was even engaged so when my big day came, naturally I ran here. This was the best decision I made for my big day. Sandy and Bruce were nothing short of amazing. Sandy really made the planning process a breeze, even during a pandemic which says ALOT. The venue is stunning, the staff is superb (especially “G” who was my right hand man the day of and was the absolute best), and the food is to die for! The pricing is the best around for everything you get, you truly can’t beat it. Maneeleys has a special place in my heart and I’m so happy we were married here and got to know Sandy, Bruce, and G.
Jennifer W
5.0
10/27/2020
We got married 10/9/2020 after having moved our date twice before due to the pandemic. We were so thankful they had dates available and that they set up a large tent outdoors. The tent was well lit and magical. They were so wonderful to work with. All of our guests loved the food, drinks and service. The rustic decor that was set up was exactly what I had in mind without even saying it. Thank you Bruce, Sandy and staff for everything!
Crystal M
5.0
9/15/2020
I got married at Maneeleys on 9/13 and I could not reccomend this venue enough! Sandy was very responsive and accommodating from the day we booked last June, throughout the COVID uncertainty and even the night before with last minute changes! My now husband and I worked very hard to make sure our wedding would be safe for all of our guests and Maneeleys went above and beyond to put the safety of our guests as the #1 priority as well. Our guests could not stop talking about how beautiful the venue was, how amazing the food was, and how professional and friendly the staff were. I must admit, I fell in love with the venue because of how incredible the Grand Lodge is so I was a little disappointed knowing we would be having an outdoor tented wedding instead but when I arrived at the venue the morning of I began to sob because of how gorgeous the set up in and around the tent was. If we had to do it over, we wouldn't change a single thing. It was truly the best day of our lives. Thank you to Maneeleys and Sandy, and a special shout out to our attendant, G., who took extra care of my husband and I throughout the night!
Amanda M
5.0
11/01/2019
I dont even know where to begin when it comes to reviewing Maneeley's! The staff at Maneeley's was incredible from day one! Sandy and her team was an absolute pleasure to work with! They were able to not only provide a gorgeous venue but they were also able to incorporate every different little detail that my husband and I wanted included in our big day! There was only one small snag the day of but it was taken care of incredibly quick and the day went off without a hitch! My husband and I are still getting amazing reviews on how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was. We were assigned one gentleman to be with us the whole evening and he was absolutely incredible! He was very helpful with everything we asked for and he was very attentive! We can not thank Maneeley's enough for everything! I would highly recommend that if you're looking for a beautiful, rustic venue to get married, Maneeley's is the place to go! They're staff is unbelievable professional and I could not have asked for a better staff and venue for our big day!
Missy R
5.0
10/14/2019
I don’t even know how to put in words how happy I am with maneeleys staff and facility on and before our wedding day!! We knew as soon as we stepped into the lodge that this was where we wanted to be. Sandy and Rebecca were very easy to get ahold of and answered every silly little question I had. The week of the wedding I was still stressed about a few things however our reception was NOT one of them as they had everything under control. I knew from the second we got out of our transportation from the church that I didn’t have anything else to worry about and we could just enjoy our friends and family. I wish we could do it all over again!! My only advice is to make sure to enjoy your apps!! They were provided in our bridal suite but I didn’t get any! Besides that, the staff (especially Logan) were excellent at making sure we ate our dinners which we very much appreciated! I do have to give a bigger shout out to Logan since he handled our huge wedding party and timing throughout the night with great fitness!! Thank you all soooo much, it truly was the best day of our lives. 😊
Tiffany W
5.0
6/18/2019
I could not be more happy with choosing Maneeley's as our place to celebrate such a special time in our lives. The second Joe & I visited, we knew we wanted our wedding there without a question. The Lodge is a beautiful location- AND they provide so much of the décor for you... all the linens, décor, pretty lighting, centerpieces, it is just simply amazing. Since booking, Sandy was consistent and very helpful at answering all my questions so quickly ( which at times occurred numerous times a week). I never received a rude response which allowed me comfort in ease without hesitation to reach out; she is a wonderful person. We started working with Rebecca as the day got closer for the little details and she as well is a wonderful helpful human being. Everything was set up perfectly and beautiful, more than I could imagine. The only slight issue was a table change in numbers based on the worksheet given so seating was a little mixed up, but it was resolved immediately. We ordered many plates for vegan and gluten options and all our guests were pleased with what they were provided. Many compliments on the food. We were one rowdy crowd but not a second where anyone in the Maneeley's staff seemed annoyed with us. Logan walked around and helped anytime myself or my groom was empty handed. It was an amazing experience overall and it was such an ease working with Maneeley's. If you visit Maneeley's but are still unsure if you want to do the wedding there, think again. It will be the best decision you make. Thank you for everything Maneeley's. Our day was perfect.
Kelly M
5.0
1/06/2019
Everything about Maneeleys was an absolute dream. From the very start they were so helpful with all my questions. Any ideas I had they were all for it. The owner even came in to talk to us a few times. He was so personalable and you could see everyone there really just enjoys what they do. The day of was amazing. I had so many people helping me. I had one guy who followed us out into the rain with a basket of beer! Offering us any kind of help. The place was absolute stunning, the food was amazing, my guest and I had only amazing things to say about the day.
Nadja B
5.0
10/27/2018
We had our Ceremony and Reception at The Grand Lodge and everything from the first meeting to the day of the wedding went without a hitch. Sandy was so helpful from day one. She was always quick to answer any questions we had. She made the entire experience stress free and Sandy was extremely organized and made sure to go over everything, even details that we hadn't thought of to make the entire day go with easy. Rebecca was extremely helpful during Rehearsal and the day of the Wedding day made sure that everything was running smoothly and that we had no worries and just enjoyed our day. Our guest can't stop raving about how amazing the food and service was and how beautiful the venue and grounds were. Even our signature drink created by Maneeley's was a huge hit. We honestly had the best day ever thanks to Sandy, Rebecca, and all the staff at Maneeley's. We still can't believe how beautiful everything looked and how perfect the day was. They went above and beyond what we imagined and hoped for our day. We are truly grateful to everyone at Maneeley's. We highly recommend!!! They also hosted two other weddings we have been to and those weddings were wonderful as well. Truly take a chance to check them out, you won't regret it!
Sarah P
5.0
10/01/2018
Sandy and her team were so amazing, we can not say enough positive things about them. Throughout the whole wedding planning process Sandy was very professional, responded right away to any questions we had, and super accommodating since we lived over an hour away from the venue. She really helped make the whole process fun and relaxed and genuinely wanted us to be happy with every element of our day. During our wedding Rebecca and Logan were truly amazing. They were super attentive to our needs. Always made sure we had a full drink in hand and made sure we had plenty of food to eat. We really can't say anything negative about all of the waitstaff as they were amazing to us and our guests as well. We got married in the Grand Lodge on 9/14/18 and the venue is absolutely breathtaking. We received compliments the entire night from our guests with how beautiful everything was and they could not believe a place like this exists in Connecticut. This venue really is a hidden gem! We went with the buffet option and the food was delicious. Our guests kept talking about how much food there was and how they didn't eat anything they didn't like as it was all very delicious. We also had the mashed potato bar and they were served in little mason jars which complimented the venues theme and our guests loved it. Our wedding truly was perfect in every way and we can not recommend Maneeley's enough! If you are looking for something different, rustic, elegant, and beautiful the Grand Lodge will not disappoint!
Alyssa P
5.0
9/16/2018
The venue, the food & the entire process leading up to our day was perfect. Maneeleys makes everything so perfect and includes so much, it makes the process less stressful.
Kelly B
4.0
8/18/2018
Our guests (and us of course!) loved our time at Maneeley’s. Yummy food, beautiful venue (we used The Lodge) and overall great staff. We did have a few bumps along the way-one server was rude to me, the bride, when I asked for coffee and then proceeded to pour hot coffee next to a toddler not even a foot away. The bar on the patio was closed for a little while due to “potential inclement weather” when it was sunshining-but that was quickly rectified by our coordinator! But stuff is bound to go wrong on a wedding day so all in all it was a great day! Rebecca, our coordinator, made everything seamless and helped us feel so much more at ease! The new pavilion outside of the lodge is gorgeous and all of the aspects of the venue turned out great in photos. Our guests are still talking about how great the wedding venue was! Thanks Maneeley’s.
Victoria S
5.0
7/07/2018
Maneeley’s was amazing and exceeded all of our expectations! We got married in the Lodge and the space was gorgeous! The staff was friendly, efficient, and helpful! The food came out super hot and everything was very organized! We got nothing but compliments!
Taylor P
5.0
7/06/2018
Being a South Windsor resident I was hesitant to have my own wedding in a place where I have shared many other memories; sports banquets, birthday parties, retirement parties, etc. However, when I saw the Lodge set up for a wedding I immediately fell in love and knew I needed to have my wedding reception there. From start to finish, Sandy was a phenomenal resource and was (literally) available 24/7 for the many questions and changes I had. On the day of my wedding Rebecca, Sonya, and the entire waitstaff truly were fantastic and a joy to have. They made my guests feel welcome, and created a magical ambiance! Can't thank you enough for making my wedding visions come true! Love, Taylor and Dean
Heather B
5.0
6/16/2018
Maneeley’s literally made my day stress free. They are on top of everything. Sandy, the wedding coordinator did not miss anything. Rebecca, my day of coordinator was amazing as well. They really really make sure you and your wedding party are taken care of. They are very reasonably priced for everything that is included and the food was amazing!
Ashley M
5.0
1/19/2018
I would highly recommend having your wedding at Maneeleys! My husband and I had the most amazing wedding day in June 2017. Our families still talk about it. The food was delicious, the setting beautiful, and the people are so knowledgeable about the wedding industry. Sandy and her team really know their stuff. They made our day so perfect to us. And Sandy really listened to me and delivered everything I could have ever wanted.
Casey L
5.0
12/31/2017
Recommend a thousand times! Sandy and her staff are incredible. They make sure the bride and groom aren’t stressed one bit the day of the wedding !
Panagiota
5.0
11/09/2017
Maneeley's is the #1 reception venue choice in CT! Throughout the planning process, Sandy was attentive, caring, and excited about our elegant ballroom reception plans! Event directors at other venues were surprised that we didn't want a rustic wedding, but Sandy was excited for our formal event! The ballroom came to life so beautifully on our wedding day, with each detail and request from us cared for and executed seamlessly. Our guests were treated great, the food was amazing (as we learned at the huge tasting event in March), the venue was spotless with perfectly manicured grounds, and we truly didn't have a single thing to worry about! At the end of the night, Sandy had everything packed up for us, along with some desserts to go and an anniversary cake for us to freeze! And she even surprised this Greek bride with delicious lamb chops during cocktail hour! To Sandy and the Maneeley's staff, thank you for bringing our dream wedding to life!
Angie R
5.0
11/02/2017
Maneeley's was the perfect choice for our wedding venue. We had our ceremony and reception there. The staff at Maneeley's did an incredible job of making a "stressful" process smooth. They made choosing every detail easy and guided me through the entire process. I was able to pick a non-traditional meal no questions asked and keep some of my family traditions with no additional charge from the venue. They heard the concerns I had the week of the wedding and made sure they were resolved before the ceremony!
I would recommend Maneeley's to anyone planning a wedding. It's a one stop shop and you will not be disappointed
Nylsa M
5.0
10/08/2017
Thank you for the awesomeness!! Mr. & Mrs Hardy are very please with the wedding pictures, so worth the wait..(2 months) we will definitely recommend wedding elites to our friends & family. Thank you Ross for the team you provided on the photos, DJ, & video. So happy to have run into your company at the Wedding Expo..Not to mentioned your warmth down to earth personality & professionalism! The video quality was authentic it captured the ceremony from beginning to the end with edits to the I DO,s to bride & groom dance with parents. My family was impressed with the video quality & the panning in-&-out throughout the video. The pictures were awesome as well downloaded them to shutterfly'!!! Married 8-13-17❤️
Wishing The Wedding Elites the best, will use your service in the future!
MacKenzie D
5.0
10/08/2017
Maneeley's Lodge is beautiful! The staff was amazing and the food incredible. Everything flowed smoothly and we definitely felt well taken care of. Highly recommended for any event but especially for a wedding. Best venue we could have picked!
Nicole S
5.0
9/18/2017
I can't even start to explain how amazing you guys we're! Sandy made this process so easy for us! To walking through every detail with us to dealing with the endless questions I had, Maneeleys far exceeded my expectations! I would recommened them to anyone, staff is great, food is amazing, venue is absolutely stunning and they are beyond helpful with everything! You guys are amazing and I appreciate everything you did for us!
Heather S
5.0
9/12/2017
I was so impressed by the level of care attentiveness given to us by all the staff every step of the way. We were married August 26th this year at Wickham Park and we are so happy that Maneely's catered it for us. Sandy and Bruce both made it clear from our first meeting that this was our special day, and that they were there to make our vision a reality. As we didn't have a wedding planner, at first I was feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the little details that go into the wedding, but Sandy and Fern really made me feel confident I was in good hands. The day of the wedding the staff was polite and went above and beyond to make sure all the guests were happy. The food was great, people were excited about the Tuscan Display, and filled more than one plate of food at the buffet. My maid of Honor has some very particular food allergies/restrictions, and I needed to be sure she was taken care of. The staff was so wonderful making sure she was accommodated, she actually told me it was the best food she's ever had at a wedding!
Lauren R
5.0
9/08/2017
I had my wedding ceremony and wedding reception at the Lodge at Maneeley's on Labor Day Weekend. EVERYTHING about the night blew me away. Our guests were so impressed by how beautiful the lodge is all lit up at night and the food (especially the mashed potato bar) was a hit, along with the s'mores station that we added on.
What really made the night and the planning leading up to the event so special though was the service by Sandy, Chris, and the staff. I must have called Sandy 15 times over the course of the two years that I spent wedding planning with various questions, and she was always so helpful and friendly. On the night of the event, the staff went above and beyond making sure that myself, the groom, and the bridal party were having fun and were well taken care of.
I can't say enough nice things about Maneeley's, I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants a fantastic night :)
Chelsea B
5.0
8/14/2017
Working with Sandy from beginning to end made our wedding day go by as smooth as it possibly good. Both Bruce and Sandy were open to any ideas we had for our wedding day and were able to accommodate us to make our vision for a fairy tale day come true. The food and service the night of the wedding was amazing and our guests all said they loved the venue, food and décor!
Anastasia B
5.0
8/02/2017
From the beginning to end, our experience with Maneeley's was amazing. Booking the venue was a breeze. My fiance and I were so impressed and grateful for immediate attention to an "issue" with the ceremony site. The communication was always easy and timely. Drop off day and rehearsal day was seamless! ON THE ACTUAL DAY: The ceremony at the pergola looked incredible. The decor in the Lodge was EXACTLY what I imagined! And the staff was so happy, accommodating, and nice to our family & friends the entire day. Everyone was raving about how good the food was and no one wanted to leave the Tuscan station! We have received many compliments on how beautiful the venue was and how wonderful the staff was.
Thank you so much for taking a part in creating the most perfect wedding day we could have ever asked for!
Jenna M
5.0
6/29/2017
I can't say enough good things about Maneeleys!!! My wedding there was absolutely amazing at The Lodge!! The owner, Sandy, and the entire staff were phenomenal! They made everything as least stressful as possible. We had our ceremony and reception both there in June 2017 and everyone could not stop talking about it! Everyone complimented on how much fun it was, and how good the food was! (it really was). They know exactly what they are doing and have everything down to a science. Sandy helped us out so much with every little detail. They made sure that we were completely taken care of the entire process until the last minute of the wedding. It even rained right when the ceremony was about to begin, but I didn't have to worry a bit. They had set up the lodge within 20 minutes for the ceremony and it was as beautiful as ever! I had the wedding of my dreams and Maneeley's made it all come together. I cannot thank them enough! Amazing place, stunning lodge and grounds, gazebos, pergola, so many options and delicious food! People who are what I call "food snobs" lol were even complimenting the food. Anyone who has their wedding at Maneeley's, I can vouch from experience, you will not be disappointed. Thank you Maneeley's!!!
Alaina S
5.0
10/24/2016
Can not say enough about this place! The staff: Sandy, Fern, Tressa. Wow unreal! We had the best wedding and an amazing time. Thank you!
Samantha K
5.0
10/17/2016
What can I say about this place??? There is so much I can say. We first went here to look for a venue. Sadly they had both the lodge and ballroom booked for our day (10/15/16). So when we chose to do an offsite wedding they were all too happy to cater for us. We used their rental service to get the tent, tables, etc. Sandy was very thorough with me and my now husband. I think I'm the last month leading up to the wedding Sandy and I exchanged 5-10 emails a day. She was very quick to get back to me with times and answers to questions I had.
The staff was amazing. Friendly, very attentive. My guests had nothing but positive reviews about them. John and Fern were always on top of all the needs we had. They were quick to fix anything if needed. They went above and beyond for us.
The food!!! Omg! The food. I spent nights dreaming of the food. We had extra food and still a few days later the steaks (reheated) melt in your mouth. The chicken... soooo good so moist and flavor full. Now the real treat. The thing I dreamed of the most. The mashed potato bar. When we went to the tasting they tasted amazing, but we later learned that they serve the potatoes in mason jars!!! That was perfect. Seeing as to how we had a very rustic theme for the wedding and our centerpieces were mason jars they worked very well. But I swear these potatoes. I love to load my food with salt and pepper. But these potatoes had so much flavor that I couldn't kill them by doing that.
All and all myself and my guests loved every bit of the experience we had with Maneeleys. And if we had to do it again, we wouldn't hesistate to have them join us again.
Kasheta family wedding 10/15/16
Kara M
5.0
9/07/2016
From Start to Finish Maneeley's was the absolute best choice we could have made. After a coulple months of looking at venue after venue we broadened our geographic location and Maneeley's lodge popped up. We were looking for a rustic venue that was different from the normal ballroom look. As soon as we saw the pictures we emailed Sandy at the venue - now this was a Sunday in January around 3:30pm - no more than 10 minutes later I receive an email back from Sandy with all the information I needed and her asking if we would like to make an appointment to come down to see the location. This was a breath of fresh air after working with venues where no one called or emailed me back for days. We set up the appointment for that Tuesday and as soon as we saw the lodge I got a nudge from my now husband saying "this is it, lets do it". From that moment Sandy made our whole experience so seamless and easy and non-stressful. The "tasting" they put on in March where we could try all the foods was amazing, the work they put into making that event a success is incredible. Our wedding day went off with a hitch and it truly was the best day of our lives! I would recommend Maneeley's to anyone out there as the best choice!
Kristen D
5.0
7/14/2016
Maneeley's created the wedding of my dreams. Bruce, Sandy and the entire staff were absolutely perfect. Sandy was wonderful to work with and honestly made the entire planning process a breeze, while Bruce went above and beyond to ensure our day was perfect. The food was amazing, and the room looked better than I could have even imagined. It completely took my breath away. We choose The Lodge, and even though it is a more "rustic" location, we were able to create an entirely different vision. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue. They are the best and I would recommend to ANYONE!
Nikki N
5.0
7/01/2016
Helder and I got married at the beginning of June and had our reception at The Grand Lodge at Maneeley's. Not only was the venue absolutely beautiful, inside and out (clean, beautiful, well kept grounds, etc.), but the staff were beyond amazing. Sandy helped make all of our ideas and planning a reality that exceeded our expectations, from the decor of the venue to the service of the staff. Both Bruce and Sandy, as well as the rest of the staff on our wedding day, made us feel right at home and that our day was all about us. During the reception, one of the staff, Denise, made my night as the bride SO much easier. She was always there with drink refills for Helder and I, to escort us to each activity that needed our presence, and even to pull out and push in our chairs for us, all with a beautiful smile on her face. I would recommend Maneeley's to anyone and everyone for any occasion! Thank you to everyone at Maneeley's for making our wedding day more than what we hoped for!
Adam L
5.0
6/22/2016
We held our ceremony at Maneeleys and are so happy that we chose this venue. Our event was spectacular and we couldn't have pulled it off without them.
We had searched multiple other venues and actually left some of them frustrated. When we stepped into the lodge at Maneeleys we knew we had found the right place. We had 165 attendees at our event and held an evening ceremony.
We began by meeting Sandy who gave us a tour of both the lodge and the grand ballroom, and told us about their different packages. She was so friendly and helpful along the way. She gave us incredible recommendations for vendors, helped us pick out our invitations, and organize the big event. Any concerns and requests we had were immediately taken care of.
Maneeleys even held a free event where their couples and parents could come and try out all of the menu offerings to pick their perfect course for their event. They also had recommended vendors out the wedding to get more information from.
Two nights before out big day we had our rehearsal with the help of Denise. She was amazing at organizing the ceremony and giving our wedding party some important tips to make sure we looked our best at all times. She was fun and sweet and made us feel at ease about our big moment.
On the day of the event Denise was there to make sure everything looked perfect and that the ceremony went smooth. The ceremony was amazing and we couldn't have been happier.
Our reception in the lodge was just as special with the help of Fern. She guided us all along through the night making sure were happy and gave us the opportunity to enjoy the night. We had multiple comments from our guests of how amazing the staff was. Our bartenders were incredible and our guests became quick friends with them. Our food was delicious and the service was spectacular.
We were so happy and thankful for the entire team at maneeleys that made our wedding everything we wanted it to be. We especially would like to thank Sandy, Fern, and Denise for making our day so memorable. We hope to see you all again soon!
Kelly S
2.0
10/13/2015
The venue and grounds are pretty and the food was good but the managing staff could use a little finesse. Throughout the whole planning process we had to reiterate details for the reception with multiple staff and even the day of were getting phone calls for details we had already finalized multiple times with them and still some things were missing or wrong. We had our wedding at the lodge and the head waitress was nothing but rude the entire evening to both our guests and vendors, Fern was not a professional or pleasant person to be around and did not make it as enjoyable as it should have been. However, the rest of the servers and bartender were very friendly and attentive.
Kirstie A
5.0
5/29/2015
We got married in the Lodge - very unique venue for the area. Absolutely beautiful, great service throughout the whole process, amazing food, unbelievable price!! Definitely would recommend!
Melissa Olympia L
5.0
9/17/2014
We recently had out wedding reception at Maneeley's, the staff was great, Sandy is amazing!
The food was top notch, many of our guests praised the food. The venue was clean and decorated perfectly for our reception. Our guests as well as ourselves had an wonderful time at the wedding. My husband and I were not stressed or worried at all!
Thanks Maneeley's for a day to remember!
Laura B
5.0
9/16/2014
We had an outdoor wedding and used Maneeley's catering menu, and had it set up buffet style. The food was AMAZING. Our guests were talking about it for days, and we had gotten extra, just in case, and me and my hubby have been eating the left overs (we froze 2 people portions) still and even reheated its amazing.
They brought everything in a truck on time. They brought the food (obviously), the plates, silverware, dishes, sterno, coffee tea, etc. It was great. We just had to have a space for them to put everything. It was so simple.
Definitely worth it. The price was actually amazing, about $25 a head; we had pasta, chicken marsala, and beef tenderloin, with salad, sides, coffee and tea. Guests were happy, we were happy. We highly recommend Maneeley's if you want some budget friendly but fancy catering/buffet.
Amanda
4.0
10/29/2013
Overall looked amazing and staff was great, but just need to watch the times you paid for!
Megan C
5.0
8/06/2013
Maneeley's was amazing! They were so accommodating, kind, professional, and fun! We had planned a pretty detail-oriented wedding with a lot of things going with our literary theme, and Maneeley's fit them all in perfectly. The food was AWESOME, the staff was great, and they were especially accommodating to people with special dietary needs! We would recommend Maneeley's to ANYONE!
Stephanie G
5.0
7/10/2013
My husband and I got married on site and then had our reception in The Lodge. We were very pleased with the staff, service, and the facility overall. Everyone went above and beyond for us throughout the (year long) planning process, on the day of our wedding, but especially the weeks leading up to the wedding. I felt very comfortable contacting Sandy about any questions or concerns that I had (which was OFTEN!) and she was very quick to respond to me. The food was great (although I wish I had found more time to actually sit down and eat) and they were very accommodating to my guests with various food allergies and preferences.
Amy S
5.0
7/09/2013
Sandy was amazing to work with. There are so many stories I've heard about how much stress goes along with having a wedding. I'm a teacher and my wedding was June 22, 2013 and this could have been really difficult. However, Sandy made things so perfect, was so helpful, and this place was so accommodating that the entire wedding process ran smoothly and was fun! Our guests raved about the food and the staff! We tell everyone about Maneeleys! I can't recommend them highly enough! They are so affordable and give you a dream wedding! Whether you pick the banquet hall or the rustic lodge as your venue you will not be disappointed! Besides your husband this could be the best wedding choice you make!!!
Lindsey T
5.0
6/25/2013
We had our ceremony and reception at Maneeley's. We worked with Sandy. She was so accommodating and made planning easy. Everything was completely about us. I was traveling from out of state and she always made time when I was in town to have a quick meeting. We were able to customize our wedding package, which included premium open bar, horderves, and buffet. They also provided special plated meals for our guests with dietary restrictions. Every year, they have a bridal preview where you can taste all of their menu items and meet vendors. The food was delicious; it was hard to decide what to serve! It was just as good on the night of. Our bartender was phenomenal. A friend said it was one of the best weddings he had been too and one of the best bartenders he's had. Our captain Debbie, who took care of my husband and me, was also great. When we first saw the Lodge, we knew it was the venue for us. It is very simple, but the tables and lighting make it cozy and beautiful. I dropped all of our items off the Wednesday before the wedding and Sandy went over everything with me to make sure they knew where it all went. As a result, our reception decorations were laid out just as we imagined. On the day of, we were able to arrive early to get ready in the bridal suite, where we were served drinks and snacks and able to take pictures getting dressed. The guys even had their own suite with beer and snacks. The grounds were beautiful and great for all of our pictures. The staff did a great job keeping us on schedule throughout the ceremony and reception. They packed all of our decorations and items up for us at the end, wrapped up our cake topper, and even packed us a tray of leftovers to take home! All of our guests had a great time. Our experience was absolutely phenomenal and Sandy, Fernanda, and their team made our day very special. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a comprehensive wedding package and beautiful venue to choose Maneeley's!
Katelyn B
5.0
9/06/2012
I met Sandy at a bridal show and was immediately taken by the welcoming feeling I got from her. I saw that they had recently finished their new banquet facility, The Lodge, and looking at the pictures I fell in love! This setting was perfect for my husband and I... we wanted something formal but we also wanted an "outdoorsy" feel to reflect our personalities. The light wood interior, exposed beams on the cieling, and the white garden chairs were the perfect setting for our wedding. Sandy, Doug, and Kasey are all wonderful! Any questions we had about the whole process, they were available to answer them quickly. They really make you feel, and treat you like you are the most important people that day. Everything from signature drink to the timing of events the whole night were perfectly planned. Overall, Maneeley's is a great choice & was affordable for anyone planning on a budget.
Jayme L
5.0
8/20/2012
All of the staff at Maneeleys was wonderful and extremely helpful in helping make my wedding perfect. Sandy answered every single one of my emails full of questions. Every dollar spent was worth it when we knew the coordination of the wedding day itself was taken care of and it ran seamlessly. Thanks so much!
Gabriela B
5.0
8/16/2012
Maneeley's has excellent service and food. Their staff is very professional and willing to help you in any way they can. I am glad we used this venue for our wedding reception.
Cheryl P
5.0
6/28/2012
My husband and I's wedding would not have been such an amazing day if it wasnt for the entire staff at Maneeley's! From the minute we initially looked at the ballroom, we knew that was the place we wanted to have our wedding! For the next 18 months, the staff was nothing but accommodating and always going the extra mile to make our special day all that we could have dreamed of. Bruce, Sandy, Mary, Casey, Ginger along with all of the staff were so attentive up to the wedding as well as on the big day! We got so many compliments from our guests about what great service and food they received that night! Now that its over, I wish we could do it all over again!
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