Pearl S. Buck Estate

We had a PERFECT wedding at the Pearl S Buck Estate! The grounds are beautiful, the house made for a gorgeous backdrop, and we got so many stunning pictures. Huge shoutout to our coordinator, Rachel Bova. She is so professional, straightforward, and knowledgeable, and so kind! She answered all our questions during the planning, and made sure we had everything we needed day-of (my glass was never empty!). The staff at Jamie Hollander Catering was so lovely, the food was delicious, and everything went off without a hitch. 10/10, just amazing!

We recently had a June wedding at Pearl S Buck Estate, and I couldn't have asked for more! A special shoutout to Rachel Bova, who was my coordinator, for making the wedding planning process so easy for me. Not only with planning, but on the actual day she was amazing and went out of her way to make sure I was ok when my nerves were rising. The catering waitstaff themselves were also amazing and provided exceptional service! I had so many comments from guests on their above and beyond service and friendliness. And of course last but not least, the food was delicious!

Wedding venue of my absolute DREAMS. So many incredible places to take photos and truly an unmatched venue when it comes to the gardens and the house itself. Bucks county is so gorgeous even just to drive through, so the ride to PSB was amazing for my guests too. When you can still be close enough to Philly without having to deal with traffic and other things that come with city wedding venues, its the perfect combination. PSB is such a hidden gem in a more rural part of PA, and I would tell ANYONE looking to have a garden/estate wedding to check it out!!

Pearl S Buck Estate was the perfect venue for us! The site itself is gorgeous. Rachael, Nya, and the Jamie Hollander catering staff were absolutely wonderful. Rachael made the planning process go so smoothly. She was wonderful to work with and provided so many helpful suggestions. Nya and the catering staff were so lovely on the day of our wedding. Everyone was kind and professional. And of course, the food was excellent!

We had an absolutely amazing experience at Pearl S Buck. Would recommend to ANYONE. Everything went flawlessly, which we thank Rachael for! She was incredible. Very responsive, helpful, organized & had great ideas. The food was great (especially the mini lobster tacos during cocktail hour). Everyone could not stop saying how beautiful this venue was.

WOW! Choosing Pearl S. Buck Estate (in partnership with Jamie Hollander Catering) for our wedding day was the absolute best decision we could have made. The site is absolutely gorgeous and surprisingly not super well known, even by PA locals. Even cooler - the author who originated the estate was WAY ahead of her time and was objectively an amazing lady. Please look her up and read her books if you’re so inclined, because they actually really good reads. I felt honored to be getting married at her home after learning more about her. You can also pay a little more to have house tours available for an hour or so during cocktail hour, which I also recommend. The guides are very knowledgeable and it adds an interesting element to your event while contributing to the estate. Overall, I highly HIGHLY recommend. Thanks PSB!

It was the venue that we visited once and just knew it was our venue. We absolutely loved everything about PSB, from the beautiful gardens on the property to the friend staff who goes above and beyond during the wedding planning process and the day of. Not to mention that the food was absolutely delicious!

We visited Pearl Buck early on in our wedding venue search and instantly fell in love. We had a quick conversation with Rachael Shadle (who would eventually become our wedding coordinator) as she showed us around the grounds where the ceremony and cocktail hour would be held and eventually the tented reception. We were blown away by this truly unique venue that offered so much more in its foliage and historic landmarks. There is so much natural beauty at Pearl Buck. Leading up to our wedding Rachael was in constant communication with us. She truly made the process as stress free as it could have been. Before our wedding date Rachael had gone on maternity leave and left us in the very capable hands of our second coordinator Rachel Bova. Rachel was there at our final walkthrough and made sure everything was scheduled to the second. She gave great insight and recommendations. Both attended our wedding and made sure everything was running on schedule and that we had everything we needed (including food and drink). It was such a pleasure working with both of them. They truly made our day as stress free and as special as it could have been. We could not have envisioned a more perfect day at a more perfect place.

I simply do not have words for the amazing wedding that my now husband, Josh, and I had at Pearl S. Buck on 4/24/21! I chose this venue in the midst of the pandemic lockdown simply based on pictures (a photographers dream!), and the promptness of response from Rachael, the coordinator. I chose the venue in April 2020, and finally got to see it in February 2021. It did not disappoint!! Rachael was there for us throughout every step of the way, and offered a lot of good suggestions for our day. Rachael will never steer you wrong! She also took care of coordinating my other vendors and the timeline. It was a huge stress relief for her to do that, she is simply amazing! The day of the wedding was just perfect. The venue itself is beautiful, especially how they keep it well manicured. Rachael and her staff at Jamie Hollander Catering took care of everything behind the scenes to make it go smoothly. They set everything up, and it looked gorgeous – even better than I imagined. They were never in the way either while making changes, or moving things from one place to the next. They were so prompt in getting all the food out on time, and making sure everyone was well taken care of. Josh and I were even designated a specific server for the night to let them know if we ever needed anything! Leslie, you rock! Everyone raved about the food all night, and still almost 5 months later people are still saying how good the food was. Especially the hors d’oeuvres!! They gave Josh and I a special mixture of all the appetizers in the bridal suite to enjoy before going into the reception – the best!! The staff was there to help and serve, but I really felt like they were never in the way and never distracting us from enjoying the night. The night went so smooth, and nothing was ever rushed or out of place. If I could choose Pearl all over again, I would. Amazing grounds, the best coordinator, nice spaces to get ready, the best caterer and staff, and an overall perfect night! I don’t have anything bad to say about Pearl! I definitely recommend this venue (along with our parents) to anyone looking! You will not be disappointed!!

This venue has IT ALL. It is stunning. It is historical. It has a fantastic caterer. And the tent is magical! I never wanted to have my reception in a tent. Then I walked into this tent and thought, this is not a tent at all! The ceremony space is just gorgeous and there is nothing better then being able to get tours of the house during the cocktail hour. The staff were professional and so helpful. Our day went off without a hitch and many of our guests have told us it was the "best wedding we have ever been to!" One of the best things about this venue is that you can truly make it your own. I cannot say enough great things.

The venue was perfect! The staff was professional and helped make our day extra special without any worries. Highly recommend this venue for anyone who wants a classy outdoor wedding.

The Pearl S. Buck Estate is a beautiful location to hold a wedding. I fell in love with it at first site. However, the only caterer you can choose is Jamie Hollander Gourmet Foods. We had a COVID wedding date which obviously was not going to happen. They suggested we move our date (mostly weekday dates) and even push it to next year (with additional hefty costs). 25-50 people event all masked up. That's exactly what I dreamed of... As I predicted and all know now is that this wedding still wouldn't happen as COVID continues probably until next year. We could not put our life on hold. We wanted to cancel due to the unforeseen pandemic. They made it extremely difficult. They would not negotiate at all. The owner never contacted us even though we asked to speak to him. They were so uncooperative that we had to talk with lawyers, be stressed, and eventually go to court. All of our other vendors refunded us our money. In the most strange and difficult times they put up a fight and the owner acted like he had no clue what was going on. I will say that this one star is for Rachel who was an awesome wedding coordinator and for the beauty of the venue. If you absolutely want your wedding here. Read the contract! Make sure you add everything into the contract to cover yourself for any issues so they cannot argue with you. Get wedding insurance ASAP. Honestly, just have your event some place else! They aren't worth it and overpriced.

This review is long overdue! Our wedding, almost a year ago now, was absolutely beautiful and perfect, thanks to the beautiful venue and amazing food from Jamie Hollander Gourmet Catering. Our guests raved about the food, atmosphere, and drinks. I am extremely indecisive and Rachael was amazing help with all of the choices and had great recommendations for outside vendors when requested. The entire experience from beginning to start was worth all of the stress that comes with any wedding, especially an outdoor wedding. Go with Pearl S. Buck for your wedding venue and you won't be disappointed!

I cannot fully express just how incredible the Pearl S. Buck House was for our wedding. After losing our original venue (due to management issues) only THREE MONTHS before the wedding, I was scrambling to find a decent alternative. It turns out, we were lucky that the initial venue fell through, because Pearl S. Buck was even better than we could have imagined. Rachael was truly a Godsend. She is kind, delightful to work with, and a complete pro. Understanding our difficult circumstances, she promised to make our experience with Pearl S. Buck a much better one, and she delivered ten-fold. Where do I begin? The venue has a dozen great spots for beautiful and unique photos. The bridal and groomsmen suites were comfortable and large enough for the entire bridal party to hang out in together. Our cocktail hour was in a great space alongside to the house/museum, which was open to guests at the direction of a tour guide. Our reception tent was absolutely perfect - huge, with beautiful white draping and built-in lighting. There was a lovely fire pit area outside the tent as well. And very importantly, the food was AMAZING (my guests are still talking about the mini-cheese steaks). Everyone could not have been more accommodating, and Rachael saved the day! We - and our guests - were blown away. THANK YOU for making our wedding day so spectacular!

There are not enough words in the world to describe how amazing our wedding day was at the Pearl S. Buck Estate! We fell in love with this venue on Instagram- and as soon as we pulled into the grounds we KNEW this was where we wanted to get married. The pictures are gorgeous- and the real thing is even more stunning! Pearl S Buck offers many options for wedding ceremonies- so it can be tailored to each individual vision, budget, and taste. We wanted something different- something organic and outdoors- without a stuffy barn feeling and definitely not a banquet hall. Pearl S. Buck's Estate delivered in all aspects. Rachael (your handy-dandy wedding coordinator) was not only knowledgeable of the endless options the venue has to offer, but offered suggestions and opinions when needed. She has no problem telling you what will look good and what works for the venue- and she is open to any and all of your crazy ideas. I was nervous to work alongside a wedding coordinator- Type A over here- but I knew I could trust Rachael after the first day we met. She instilled confidence in me, and provided me with enough details that I knew going forward I would be at ease- you do really have to click with the person who's running your day! I would choose Pearl S Buck Estate a million times over again- their caterer Jamie Hollander Gourmet delivered the most INCREDIBLE food I have ever tasted at a wedding. Everyone is still talking about the food- from cocktail hour to dessert. And have no worries- how your food tastes at your tasting is exactly how it will taste at your wedding! We really cannot be more grateful and happy with out decision to have our wedding at the Pearl S. Buck Estate- and I promise you won't be disappointed =).

WOW! everything and I mean everything about our wedding was perfection. The venue itself, the perfectly groomed grounds, the food at Jamie Hollander, Leslie & Rachael, I could go on forever. Everyone raved about the food and how beautiful the venue was. We got lucky with beautiful weather and I could not be happier with Pearl Buck Estate and Jamie Hollander Catering. Well worth every penny.

My wife and I had a fantastic experience at Pearl Buck for our wedding on May 19th. The staff was incredible to work with every step of the way. Especially Rachael the wedding planner who was so kind and helpful from the day we started planning until the last second of the wedding itself. We both got ready with our bridal parties on the first floor of the Cultural Center and we had plenty of room for shifts of hair and makeup and to chat and eat in between. The grounds were gorgeous for photos, there were so many wonderful places for our photographer to choose from. The ceremony was outside and we walked through the arches down the aisle, it was a perfect moment!! The cocktail our was outside on the patio and there were plenty of sunny and shady spaces to hang out depending on what the guests wanted to be doing. We loved the tent for the reception, it was everything we would have wanted. We had 210 people and there was plenty of room to move around between tables and the dance floor was a perfect size. All in all we could genuinely not have been happier with our experience and are happy to recommend Pearl Buck to any and all couples for their wedding!

We were married here over Memorial Day weekend and it was everything we could have hoped for and more! Love this venue and the catering (Jamie Hollander) and Rachael was a huge help when it came to planning. She was very attentive and reassuring thru the whole process. The grounds are beautiful and we were blessed with amazing weather. The patio was an ideal setting for our cocktail hour and the tent was exactly what we wanted. Would not hesitate to recommend this venue for any bride and groom looking for a classic, rustic estate :)

My daughter's wedding was here May 4. It was a wonderful event and Rachael from Pearl S. Buck was a magnificent coordinator. Everything went smoother than I could have dreamed of, the food was fantastic, the service was great. Tours were offered of the house. Everything was as perfect, if not better, than we had hoped.

The Pearl S. Buck Estate was the perfect venue for our October wedding. The grounds are stunning and are an ideal location for photos. They have seasonal flowers and plants all over the patio and throughout the grounds. From the cocktail hour setup on the patio to the beautifully lit reception tent, everything was top notch. If you are looking for a rustic feel that is high class, this is the place. Rachael from Jamie Hollander Catering was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was extremely thorough and flexible in all aspects of planning prior to our wedding day and made sure everything was as we wished on the day of- we did not have to worry about a single thing. Rachael was easy to contact throughout the planning process and was quick to respond to any questions or concerns. She made this process so enjoyable and seamless for us and our families. The food was amazing. Our guests have not stopped raving. From mini cheesesteaks at cocktail hour, to the entrees, and closing with the extensive dessert spread, everything was delicious. We would highly recommend choosing the Pearl S. Buck Estate and Jamie Hollander Catering for your wedding- they will not disappoint!

Our wedding this past June was fantastic! The guests loved the food and service, and the venue was beautiful with plantings. We were so happy with Kate and her team, who truly made sure we had nothing to worry about. We have a lot of great memories and thank the wonderful team for an amazing night!

My husband and I were so happy we chose Pearl S Buck. It is was the perfect venue for our wedding. If your looking for a private, estately/rustic wedding venue then look no further! My husband and I got married at Pearl S Buck on June 8th 2018. We had a perfect day. We had our ceremony on the property outside on the lawn, the cocktail hour on the stone patio and lawn around Pearl S Buck's house and the reception in the tent. Our guests raved about how beautiful the property and grounds were. You don't feel like your even close to being in the metropolitan area when your there. Its so beautiful! Also you are the only event or wedding happening that day, so the entire property is yours to use! Jamie Hollander, the catering company for Pearl S Buck, was amazing to work with. Their staff is very attentive, response, helpful and fun! In addition, their food is delicious and beautifully displayed! Kate (Catering Manager) & Rachael (Catering Coordinator) and our two main contacts for Jamie Hollander were great! They were so helpful and responsive throughout the planning process, in addition were very attentive to my husband and my needs on our wedding day! They went above and beyond their responsibilities as catering manager & coordinator. Prior to our wedding day, the provided their expertise of the timeline, vendor management, liquor order, etc. It was so nice and helpful to me who wasn't familiar with the area. They helped coordinate my other vendors for the wedding, in addition helped with set-up and movement of our wedding decor during the wedding day and also assistance with packing up the decor & supplies after the event. My husband and I didn't worry a bit the day of our wedding, as we knew Kate & Rachael were confident, professional and we both knew they had things under control. I couldn't have asked for a better day, venue & catering company to work with!!

The venue is absolutely beautiful! The grounds are well maintained and gorgeous. Our guests kept asking how we found the venue and saying how great it truly was. From the outdoor ceremony, to cocktail hour on the patio and then the tented reception...you can't go wrong!

For our wedding we wanted a venue that showcased the beauty of Bucks County in the fall. We chose Pearl S Buck House for the ceremony and reception because it is an absolutely beautiful venue. The grounds were well maintained, and there was something always in bloom. It made a perfect backdrop for our outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour. Our guests also loved touring the historic house - there was a line for the tour throughout the cocktail hour! This is a lovely add-on that Pearl S Buck offers. The reception tent was decorated just as we imagined it would be, and it was gorgeous. Jamie Hollander Food and Gourmet Catering provided the catering and organization for the wedding. The food was amazing! Everyone loved it; I heard nothing but praises from my guests. Additionally, the Jamie Hollander staff were professional and kind. The flow of events was seamless. Furthermore, our wedding coordinator, Nicole, has great attention to detail, and she did a fantastic job at ensuring that the venue looked beautiful and matched our vision. She also worked well with our floral and music vendors, and this really facilitated the day. There were some communication issues during the planning process, but overall the event went wonderfully and we were very happy with the venue, the food, and the flow of events. Overall, I highly recommend working with the Pearl S Buck house and Jamie Hollander; they have phenomenal food and worked hard to make everything work. It was a wonderful wedding and I loved the day.

Jamie Hollander & Pearl Buck House was everything we expected and more! Our guests are still raving about the food, location, and overall friendliness from the venue. Pearl Buck is a very unique and special place to have your wedding. I highly recommended both Pearl Buck and Jamie Hollander food and catering!!!

Pearl S. Buck is a beautiful venue with a lot of flexibility for spaces to use for your wedding, ceremony, cocktail hour and/or reception and endless backdrop options for beautiful photos. The seasonal pavilion that they use for weddings is great because there is hardwood flooring which our guests greatly appreciated. Jamie Hollander, the exclusive caterer, also does a great job with event coordination and day of set up while offering delicious meal options, we received a lot of compliments on the food! The bridal suite isn't too picturesque so the bridal party got ready offsite, but the multiple beautiful outdoor locations on site made up for it by offering other photo opportunities for the wedding party. My husband and I also loved that the site fee goes towards a non-profit foundation.

To give everyone an idea about just how great this venue was, please keep in mind that we are writing this review the day AFTER our wedding. We still need to pack and leave for our honeymoon tomorrow, but felt compelled to share our amazingly positive experience with the beautiful Pearl S. Buck Estate. Some of the guests came all the way from Germany and even they were amazed by the natural beauty of the grounds. The tent and facilities were first-class. Most impressive, however, has to be the amazing staff at Jaimee Hollander Caterers, the exclusive caterer to this venue. Special thanks goes out to Nicole, who ensured that we were stress-free from the beginning of our planning all the way through the end, when she and her staff personally loaded our cars with left over foods, desserts, and decorations. We cannot say enough good things about her. She was delightful, but also diligent and organized in her planning and execution. Should you choose this venue, do NOT waste money on a "wedding planner," they will function as your wedding planner. The food at Jaimee Hollaster was similarly top-rate. Regardless of the entree, we've already heard how much our guests enjoyed it. Again, keep in mind, this was only 24 hours ago! The desserts were delicious as well. We would highly recommend adding the s'more station, although you do have to consider that it will take a few guests away from the dance floor, at least momentarily. The only down-side to this venue is the hard 10 pm stop time due to a local noise ordinance. We were not quite ready for the fun to end by then. This problem was/can be easily circumvented by shuttling guests to a local bar/club. In summary, if it falls within your budget, the Pearl S. Buck Estate (and Jaimee Hollander Caterers) really went above and beyond to make our wedding magical. One visit to the site and you'll understand. Considering you get that type of natural beauty combined with the unbelievable service and food provided by Jaimee Hollander and I am sure you will not regret your decision. Review done. Honeymoon time!!!!

This was the best venue for our DREAM wedding! The people we worked with were wonderful and always helpful!

We had our wedding here on June 4th, and what an absolutely amazing venue! It's so beautiful and well maintained, I can't begin to tell you how many compliments we had from our guests. The grounds are breath taking, and absolutely perfect for wedding pictures. We fell in love with the flagstone patio for cocktail hour and we were even able to bring lawn games for people to play. The staff at Pearl S. Buck we very accommodating, and we're so thankful we were able to use this as a venue. We also did a tour of the house and I highly recommend doing that as well, as we learned a lot about Pearl S. Buck and her foundation that has helped kids across the world. The exclusive caterer Jamie Hollander was amazing, and we loved working with them. I highly recommend Pearl S. Buck!

This was the PERFECT venue for our wedding day! It was everything we dreamed of, beautiful grounds, an amazing tent, and the history behind it made it that much more special. I can't wait to see my pictures with the beautiful scenery!

I have very mixed feelings about my experience at the Pearl S. Buck Estate, solely because of the planning/rental company it comes with, Open Aire Affairs. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, which made for a beautiful wedding day! My husband and I knew we wanted an outdoor wedding in Bucks County with a garden setting. After seeing many photos online, we toured the grounds in 8 inches of snow and fell in love! Apparently, a lot of people feel this way, and we ended up booking 18 months in advance. We visited the grounds a few times throughout our wedding planning process, and the venue was always in tip-top shape. The landscaping is all done by volunteers, which is amazing! The acres of rolling hills, wooded areas and flower beds are ideal for photos, too. They truly do a great job! While the setting is ideal for any couple who wants an outdoor wedding, I have to warn them about the planning/rental company that comes with it. With our rental of the venue came our coordinator, also known as the person who keeps track of your expenses. We went through three coordinators with OAA, making it a rather frustrating process for an already stressful time. Our last coordinator could never get it right, either. Two weeks before the wedding, we met with her to finalize our (very!!!) expensive upgrades, and she came back with $3,000 in addition to what we wanted! She didn't show up to the rehearsal, and I only saw her once from a distance the day of the wedding. She was extremely inconsistent and not very communicative. My advice is to be very detailed with your communication with OAA, and keep a close eye on your invoices to avoid unnecessary charges!

The venue itself is lovely, however it is expensive and the Co. that provides the tent etc. is hard to get ahold of and unhelpful with day to day questions and issues. Only the basics come with the "package", everything else is A La Carte'. If you choose to have a summer wedding..BEWARE. There is really no mechanism in place to cool the inside of the tent. Weddings are a racket for sure and this venue unfortunately reinforces this opinion.

My husband and I are so happy we chose the Pearl S. Buck Estate. It is a beautiful venue that has so many possibilities for happy memories.

This venue was perfect for our wedding. its nice to be at a place where your wedding and guest are the only people there. a permanent tent is perfect and the grounds are great for ceremony and reception.