Riverdale Manor

rough out the wedding day. She was very organized and ensured that every detail was taken care of, which I greatly appreciated. She assisted with the pre-wedding setup and the guest raved with how beautiful the entire venue looked. I gave her a vision and she brought it to life. I could not thank her enough! The venue itself was breathtaking! I was hoping to use the outdoor grounds for the ceremony, unfortunately the grounds were wet from the day before, and they were unable to set up on the lawn, as such we had to use the pavilion. The pavilion was beautiful and it created a very intimate ceremony. The overall ambiance of the venue was breathtaking and we received so many compliments. The food was also delicious and a good serving size. The staff and bartenders were all extremely professional and kind to our guest. I would highly recommend this venue!! It was perfect!

tened to our vision and our needs during the planning process. Everything ran very smoothly, I never even saw the workers transitioning everything in between the different parts of our ceremony and reception. When the night was over, the workers helped us take everything up to our cars so there really wasn't any stress the whole night!! Highly recommend!

er (Thyme & Seasons), it eliminated a huge part of the search process for the wedding. The food was AMAZING. We worked with Maureen for most of the process and she was so incredibly competent and quick to respond to all questions/concerns. One of the other unique aspects about this venue is that there are so many different "settings" within the venue that allow all guests to have the experience they prefer at weddings. The grounds are considerably sized and right beside the river, so people have a lot of outdoor space to "wander." There is also a sizable patio area outside so if guests would like to be outside but want to sit and socialize, they will have that option as well. The pavilion can act as a dance floor (which we did - highly recommend doing!) but also a great cocktail area and/or ceremony space. There is also the main ballroom area for dinner/dancing, etc. The best part is that all these different "locations" are so close to each other so that no one feels isolated if they choose to take a break from the dancing or would prefer a more quiet setting to talk. Again - I can't recommend this venue enough! We heard such positive feedback from guests and the coordinating staff made everything so easy for us throughout the planning process. You will NOT regret going with RM!

iful wedding with amazing food, choose Riverdale Manor! More details: We visited so many different venues in Lancaster, PA and near the Philly area, and the customer service and quality of Riverdale cannot be matched. Melanie was our coordinator, and she made the process so easy and enjoyable. We love her! Anytime I got stressed about wedding plans, I just thought about how organized Riverdale is every step of the way, and it made me feel so reassured. Literally every detail was taken care of!!! We also really enjoyed working with a lot of the preferred vendors. Second, it is so beautiful! The grounds are gorgeous, the river is such a nice touch, the ballroom is perfect, and the pavilion is so cute. One of the main reasons I chose Riverdale is because of the Plan B option if we couldn't have our ceremony outside. Finally, the menu and food options are just incredible. I heard the food was good but after our wedding day and tasting, it really was some of the best food I've ever had.

hotographers said our food was the best they have ever had at a wedding. It rained on our wedding day and everyone said it didn't even matter, everything about it was still beautiful. Monica went above and beyond for us on our wedding day and set everything up amazingly without me even having to think about it. I will now try and convince all my friends to get married her so I can continue to go back for years to come.

relaxed nature helped both James and I feel at ease as well. Gorgeous venue too- with lots of outdoor space and gardens and a beautiful ballroom that simply doesn’t need much decorating with the natural light seeping through. The food was spectacular, the bartenders and staff kind. We loved our day and it would not have been made possible without this wonderful venue. I would recommend this to others, especially if you want your day to be gorgeous and fun. Thank you Riverdale Manor!

m, pavilion and grounds are stunning. We had a winter wedding right before Christmas and the heaters all around the venue were very nice. Maureen and her staff were amazing. I would highly recommend this venue as we had the perfect experience with our wedding.

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e property has a kind of whimsicality to it with the large old trees by the river, the colorful landscaping (in all seasons), the natural light shining through the french doors of the ballroom, and again many chandeliers and twinkle lights. We worked with Maureen Raezer, the owner of the property, as our wedding coordinator and we couldn't have had a better person to help coordinate the wedding. She has a ton of experience and is especially good at making sure things run smoothly the day of. She was also able to offer a lot of great suggestions during the planning process, which was very helpful for indecisive people like us. We received feedback from our pastor and vendors that Maureen was really great to work with. THE FOOD WAS INCREDIBLE! We decided to have three different food stations, and our guests just raved about everything they tried. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. We looked at a lot of wedding venues in Pennsylvania, and Riverdale Manor was our clear favorite (and the cheapest) so it was an easy decision, and we couldn't be happier with it.

ended up using our plan B location, the pavilion, and it was perfect! Everything about the venue is beautiful and the staff is amazingly helpful. If you want to take a lot of the stress out of planning a wedding Riverdale Manor is the spot for you. Maureen basically took care of everything from picking linens to coordinating with our vendors. A lot of reviews say that Riverdale Manor has a lot of strict rules, but we didn't feel that way AT ALL! Maureen was so accommodating and even suggested things we never would have thought of. We have received so many compliments on the food and we had to kick our own guests out at the end of the night because they were having such a great time.

were a bit short and they are strict on all guidelines. We were told we had WAY too much alcohol and had to take some back that they wouldn't store for the reception. We ended up running out of certain alcohol so that was a little upsetting. All in all, a great day that I will never forget!

have to share with another wedding party. This venue is AHHmazing! We received so many compliments throughout the night and still now we do. The food was on point and delicious. Our coordinator, Monica was professional, easy going, always there if we needed anything throughout the night. Monica took us through the whole entire process of planning our wedding with RM. We are out of town so all of our messages were through email and she answered back right away. Everything went smoothly and we couldn't be any happier with how everything went. The entire staff that night we would like to thank for making our day so magical and beautiful. If you are a Christmas lover like myself, we received a super cute ornament of RM which we cannot wait to put up on our Christmas tree this year! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for everything! xoxo, Caitlyn & Cory Fox-Bednarski

th everything staying well organized and understanding our vision perfectly.

o a thing other than drop off our decor on rehearsal day. Everything was exquisite. The food was delicious staged into three different stations. Our guests raves about the dessert buffet which was heavenly with five choices. The venue was beautiful and easily accessed by our handicapped guests. At the end of the evening, Linda and Ashley ensured everything was gathered and packed for us. Including the food! Five stars and more for this very affordable venue.

breezeway, the indoor hall, the outdoor ceremony space by the river, the patio, and the farmhouse. We also loved Riverdale because it had an indoor ceremony option that we loved just as much (if not more) than the outdoor space! It had rained the entire week of our wedding, so the ceremony was in the covered pavilion. The space was so beautiful and intimate, the perfect ceremony. We had so many compliments from our guests on how much they loved the ceremony space and how it was unique to any wedding they had previously attended. Our coordinator, Monica, was so awesome! We worked with her from our very first visit. She was so on top of every little detail. She typically responded to any inquiry within 24 hours. She was there every step of the way to help us plan, and she attended the wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly. She and the Riverdale team also set up the room and put up all decorations so we didn't have to do anything the day of the wedding except enjoy the day! Strongly recommend Riverdale Manor to everyone!

thing about our day was perfect - the cake and food were delicious, the venue itself, the ease of having someone put all your visions to life, the bride and groom suites, and so much more. If I had to go back and do it over, I wouldn't change a thing or our decision to get married here. I can't stop raving about this venue. All our wedding guests were complimenting how beautiful it was. I can't speak highly enough about Riverdale Manor!!!!!! Thanks again Monica!!!

iated her depth of knowledge: she helped us make the right choices for our vendor team and generally to achieve our vision. Many of our guests commented both on how beautiful the venue is, but also how smoothly the whole evening ran. We had a great experience with Riverdale Manor and Maureen, and we really appreciated how easy she made our wedding planning process!

out to be really important because we ended up with our plan B ceremony due to weather and it was still absolutely beautiful, and the food is awesome! We worked with Monica and she was fabulous throughout the whole process. She was very very friendly, patient, extremely organized, and always answered questions promptly. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better venue or staff for our big day and we would definitely recommend Riverdale to anyone!!

saw it. It had many options as far as where to have the ceremony, but because the grounds were wet they had the ceremony in the pavilion. It worked out great. Their venue coordinator, Maureen, could not have been anymore perfect! She listened to them, understood their vision, and worked with them to get what they wanted! The food was unique and delicious! We received so many compliments regarding how amazing the food tasted, and their menu is endless! They had about 180 people attend, and it was very comfortable inside the reception! We are thrilled that they found this place and worked with Maureen! Also should say that the pricing was very reasonable. You won't go wrong with anything you select! The wedding day itself ran extremely smooth! There were a few hiccups, but nothing that wasn't handled quickly, (and nothing was the venue's fault). Maureen laid out a beautiful reception for them, and just knew how to properly place all of their decorations! She also worked so well with their vendors and welcomed them so well! We heard so many compliments! Thank you Maureen and Riverdale Manor!

we had always wanted within our budget. We had both our wedding and reception at Riverdale Manor this past April and it was stunningly beautiful! We had a lot of fun during the planning process...Maureen handled all of the details and had great suggestions as well. The food was truly restaurant quality and the staff were incredibly professional. At the end of the event they even packed everything up for us. We have had so many compliments from our guests about how fantastic our wedding was.....do not hesitate book Riverdale Manor for your wedding.

ightly-run operation, Riverdale is the place for you. It certainly was the place for me. Wedding planning is stressful, but working with Katie, our assigned coordinator, was an absolute dream. I could not have even imagined how helpful she would be until we got closer to the event. Any time I had a question, no matter how big or small, Katie would always respond to my emails in a timely manner with the exact information I needed. We had originally planned an outdoor ceremony, but due to ongoing moisture on the grounds, a ceremony in the pavilion was recommended. This was actually a blessing in disguise, because it was so intimate and gorgeous. The staff at Riverdale Manor were discrete and professional. They made our day smooth and perfect. The catering brand is Thyme and Seasons, and their food is gorgeous and delicious. I am still getting so many compliments on the food. The staff even encouraged us to sit down and eat our meals- who else would do that?! My only caution is to watch your budget closely- we ended up going over quite a bit based on my initial estimate. I do feel that the itemized pricing can be a bit confusing. We were able to justify the extra cost based on the extreme value we received from working with Katie.

tails of the day together. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone getting married. Thanks to Riverdale Manor, it was the best day of my life!

e only at Riverdale for cocktail hour and reception. We were adamant about having an awesome cocktail hour so we went heavier on the passed and stationed hors d'oeuvres. The entrees were kept simple and I think (at least from what I was told by guests) it was very well received. This was probably the most overwhelming part of the planning since everything is a la carte and you have to piece your menu together. Maureen does an excellent job with suggestions to make it easier but it is a lot of info to digest at first. Listen to Maureen when she suggests how much alcohol to purchase - we went to the total wine and were told a much high quantity by their staff. Surprise, surprise when we had to return all of the extra we purchased. Splurge for the linens! I read that those details are unseen, but it really pulled our entire look together! The staff is very friendly, responsive and SUPER helpful with anything we needed. If you are on the fence about choosing a venue - pick this one. You wont be disappointed and your day will be beautiful!

the business part is the very thing that made our wedding day so amazing. Everything went so smoothly and I really didn't have to worry about anything, which is all a bride ever dreams of. We had the pleasure of working with Monica. She was sweet, easy going, and had a good sense of humor! I thought we were going to have to select family members or close friends to set up all the decorations, but nope! Riverdale Manor did it all! All we did was deliver all the items and they did the decorating. I was super impressed. The food was delicious and our guests raved about it! I was disappointed we couldn't taste the appetizers, but all worked out well! At the end of the night, the staff helped pack up our decorations and leftover food and put it in the car. I never imagined my wedding day would be so stress-free. I would highly recommend the Riverdale Manor for anyone considering any event here (especially a wedding)!

ave made a better choice for a wedding venue. Thank you Riverdale Manor for our perfect wedding day! My family members and guests still compliment on how beautiful the grounds were for our July 2017 wedding. Also, I cannot believe Riverdale Manor is less than 2 miles from my childhood home and elementary school...what a hidden gem!

as no problems planning most of the wedding over email, and provided us will all of the tools and info so that is was easy to do so. She was open to every idea we had, and provided spot-on suggestions for the pieces we were unsure about. As for the venue, the grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly and the food is fantastic! We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day :)

of the way, any question we had about almost anything we knew we could ask Monica and she quickly responded with an answer, and she never steered us wrong. As the time of the wedding approached, I started to panic a little thinking we had so many things to do, and she was there to let me know everything was in order and being handled, and again, she was right. The rehearsal and the day of was absolutely perfect. The venue was warm, inviting, and for a December wedding it gave the intimate feel of a family Christmas party. We received so many compliments on the venue, the food, and the staff. Several guests mentioned that it was the most beautiful venue they've been to. There were so many little details that they took care of that just made the night amazing, and I cannot say enough how wonderful everything was. It was the most amazing place to begin a marriage!

ce and exactly how I wanted it to be. The food, coordinator, and the grounds were all perfect. Definitely worth all the money we put into our wedding to have such a perfect day!

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he made sure everything ran smoothly and that we had everything we needed. The staff did an amazing job setting up and giving us the wedding of our dreams. So many of our friends and family members commented on how stunning Riverdale was and how delicious the food was and we couldn’t agree more! We have nothing but wonderful things to say about the venue, the food, and the staff.

our ceremony at Riverdale as well by the Sycamore tree with dancing in the pavilion after dinner in the ballroom. It was such a great option to be able to have such a huge “dance floor” because it was packed all night and made it stand out from other wedding venues. I also love how cool our pictures came out with the Pavilion lighting! The food was delicious and I received many compliments on how tasty and perfectly cooked the filet was. All of the staff was professional and top notch. We also selected our vendors based on Riverdale Manor’s preferred vendor list and were so glad we did! After meeting Maureen for the first time, I instantly trusted her opinion and knew she wouldn’t put anyone on that list that didn’t meet or exceed her expectations. I truly can’t recommend Riverdale Manor enough!

iew and sounds of the Conestoga River in the background. It rained the night before our wedding so we had the ceremony in their outdoor pavilion, which easily accommodated all our guests and decor. They've got the pavilion, trees around the grounds, the ballroom all wrapped in little white lights like Christmas which looks great night and day. Every single guest told us how beautiful and unique the venue was. Their ballroom for receptions has huge glass doors around two walls that open up to a patio and the pavilion, which makes for great natural lighting and lots of fresh air. Our guests alternated between dancing inside and sitting on benches outside where our bar was set up. Their on-site catering company, Thyme and Seasons, was just perfect as well. The food tasted even better on the night of our wedding than the tasting we had months before. We had prime rib and roast turkey that were both cooked to perfection and served with the most delicious sauces on the side (I really wish I could get the recipe for the orange sauce and the horseradish sauce). We also had a kebab station, which they set up just outside the ballroom and grilled fresh kebabs throughout dinner service. Our stations were kept well stocked and manned by the most friendly staff. I've been to many weddings where you get one little piece of meat and some veggies and go home hungry. Not at Riverdale. It was like an all-you-can-eat buffet of upscale restaurant food, which was amazing. Everyone got up for seconds at least! Riverdale's staff was also excellent. Katie coordinated our wedding and answered every question we had for months on end. She was there to set up our decor the morning of our wedding so that everything was already done for us before we even arrived to prepare for the ceremony. Her assistant and the rest of the serving staff were constantly available and making sure everyone had what they needed and had a great time. One of the serving staff also spent the night giving special attention to me and my wife, bringing us drinks and food during the onslaught of guests visiting with us that kept us from getting things ourselves. When my wife started to overheat in her wedding dress after dancing for hours, the same server noticed immediately and brought her a rag soaked in freezing cold water and some ice water which we appreciated so much! Go ahead and check out the other wedding venues in the area, but don't forget to visit Riverdale Manor. Once you do you'll know it's the right place just as we did as soon as we got there. We had our perfect wedding thanks to this place and the people that work there and we'll remember that forever!

out a thing during the wedding. While I was busy saying HI to all my guest Maureen got a plate of food for me and left it at my table. At first it may seems as thought they have a lot of rules and are strict with them but it is al for a good reason and really doesn't hinder the day at all. The food is amazing. I have gotten so many good comments about it. Also the bartender were so fun and nice. It was a day I will never forget truly because of Riverdale. Look no further, this is your place!!!

he process and was so great with all of my questions. I'd repeat our wedding day over and over again, because everything was perfect! We've heard so many compliments from our guests about the venue, food, etc. I'd give them more than 5 stars if I was allowed, definitely a top notch wedding venue.

zing. It was a truly marvelous experience getting married at Riverdale Manor.

liers and big round tables make for such a romantic atmosphere. We danced all night under the grand chandeliers in the pavilion - we had complements all night of the beautiful venue. The staff was so professional, the food was devine, the landscaping and venue was so perfect. I wouldn’t change a thing. Maureen is so great, she kept everything organized and running smoothly. We could not have done it without her. We can not thank Maureen and Riverdale Manor enough for the best day of our lives. We had such a fairytale wedding

and food at Riverdale Manor is just as wonderful. Riverdale Manor staff helped every step of the way, always helpful and making suggestions without ignoring our personal wish list and desires. Riverdale Manor maintains a robust vendor list that makes planning les stressful. The venue also is close to nice hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions for out-of-town guests. On the day of the event, it as if you have hired a meeting planner and attention is given to every single detail including helping to bustle a wedding gown train. Many guests commented to my husband and me that the event was very special and beautifully done. We feel very fortunate that we found the wonderful Riverdale Manor and could not have been happier!

verdale, so she definitely knew her stuff, and was very quick at responding and guiding us through the planning process. On your wedding day, the grounds at Riverdale are yours to use to create your dream space, and your event is their sole focus that day, which is something that really appealed to us. While they do have specific guidelines and rules, if you think about all of the things you CAN do with the space, rather than the restrictions and the things you CAN'T do, you will be able to create your vision easily! My husband and I both work in the hospitality industry, so the guest experience and the food were extremely important elements of our day. Katie and the Thyme and Seasons staff absolutely nailed everything! The food at our tasting was wonderful, and I really thought that I should savor that experience, since most people will tell you that they never get to eat at their wedding, but I was in for a surprise. On the day of our wedding, not only did I get to actually sit and eat everything that was prepared, but the food was actually even BETTER than it was at the tasting (and let me tell you, the tasting food was awesome-!). Bravo T&S- we had a lot of chefs, foodies, and hospitality gurus at our wedding, and everything was perfection. When it came to the reception decor, I definitely had a lot of special touches planned, including a staged escort card table, selfie station with tons of props, and a memory table with family heirlooms. I gave Katie a list of where everything went, and she didn't even blink an eye- everything was set up perfectly with no issues, and if anything came up, it was immediately rectified with clear communication, and lots of assurancethat everything would be taken care of. The ceremony and reception timeline ran seamlessly, thanks to Katie and her assistant, and we had PLENTY of time to eat, dance, mingle, and truly ENJOY our day- it was so so awesome to not have to worry about a single thing! At the end of the evening, the Riverdale staff packed everything up for us just as carefully as it was delivered and helped my parents pack it in their car. All of the bartenders, service staff, runners, bussers, and clean up crew were polite, friendly, attentive, and did everything possible to keep us happy! For brides considering Riverdale- this place runs like an oiled machine. They have very specific vendors and staff that work with them every weekend, and know the drill- so trust them and use their experience to your advantage. Do consider a venue like this that has high standards set for the level of hospitality they provide. You may think that they are being too strict or limiting, but in the end, your guests will really notice the difference! You don't need the 20inch sparklers anyway- trust me ;) To finish, we have to send a HUGE thank you to Katie- you are wonderful and great at what you do. Thank you for being patient and open to our suggestions, constant e-mails, and for working with your staff to pull off the best event EVER. <3

who is looking for a venue that will take care of you and make sure everything is planned out. As a bride, it was amazing to not worry about the little details – the staff at Riverdale took care of setting everything up and making sure the day ran smoothly. Our guests who attended the wedding could not stop complimenting us on the venue we selected. The food was also a major hit! Guests loved the quality of the food and appreciated that the food was delivered to each table at the same time, no tables were left waiting (even if they were sitting at a higher table number). On top of everything else, Riverdale also provides multiple locations to get married (indoors and outdoors). Luckily we had amazing weather and we were able to get married outside by the river, but if there would have been rain… their indoor location at the gazebo is just as beautiful! Thank you Riverdale Manor for providing my husband and I with a day that we will never forget!

sure of, and was truly remarkable on the wedding day. She even helped my bridesmaids bustle my dress!! Our bridal and groom suite were set up adorably for us upon arrival. The rest of the staff was also wonderful. So many people offered to get a plate or drink for me while I was greeting and talking with guests. They just put in a lot of the simple details that are often overlooked, but very appreciated.

suggestions. She was always very prompt in her email responses and graciously answered my (many) emails/questions. The food is also AMAZING. Our guests still comment to us how great the food was and how beautiful the venue as a whole was. Monica made sure we were following our timeline and was attentive to each logistical detail, which allowed us as a couple (and our families) to be fully present and not worry about what's coming next, where we need to be, etc. I will say though, there were a few logistical elements that made things feel a bit tight in our timeline and a few other guidelines that we didn't catch initially in our contract, however this did not take away from the day or the process leading up to the day! You will not regret choosing Riverdale Manor as your wedding venue :) It is such a beautiful backdrop for photos and the reception area and patio allow guests to mingle as they please. We could not be more pleased with our experience and wedding day!

ove with the venue from the first time we visited and fell even more involve the day of when we saw the way everything came together.

s throughout the entire planning process. She also did an incredible job placing all of my special touches throughout the venue. All of our guests loved the venue as well and kept asking how I found it because it was an incredible evening that was unique! It was the most perfect day and ran so smoothly because of their wonderful staff. Couldn't recommend Riverdale Manor more!

ble. I can't say enough about this amazing venue. I will never forget my special day! Thank you!

hing. We got so many compliments from guests about the beauty of the venue and the food. The desserts were out of this world! We would highly recommend Riverdale Manor.

rdale was the wedding coordinator, Monica. We live six hours away from Lancaster and she made it so easy to plan everything. She was just a short email away and always responded quickly. I couldn't recommend Riverdale more highly!

y thing I would change is allowing more freedom to play with set up and flow. My fiancé and I had different ideas for decorations and entrances and they weren't always flexible with that.

reen (owner) as our event coordinator. She facilitated our many planning meetings and helped make some recommendations. Maureen was usually fairly quick to reply, but did not always answer all of the questions we had asked right away or make the adjustments to our invoice as requested. Stick to emails that are short and to the point and you should be fine! We really liked that Maureen was no-nonsense and to the point, however she can come off as a bit abrasive. Her assistant Linda was also present for the entire event (Maureen left after cake cutting) and everything went off without a hitch. Linda was very attentive to any questions or needs we had the rest of the evening. There are several options for where you can have your ceremony on the grounds, our "Plan A" was to use the site with the sycamore tree, but a huge reason why we chose Riverdale, was because their rain back-up site is the beautiful pavilion. We knew rain or shine we would be happy with the ceremony location. Luckily the weather was beautiful and we were able to have the ceremony on the grounds where we had planned! The grounds are beautifully manicured and made for some stunning pictures. The venue does have a lot of restrictions and policies, but we were able to work fine within their guidelines. They can be overwhelming at the start, but they were clearly created for a reason. The bridal and grooms suites were very clean, bridal suite is newly renovated, but the groom suite got quite hot in the sun of the day. Clean up was a breeze as the staff quickly packed up all our belongings and decorations and helped transport them to the cars as we directed. All-in-all the day went very smoothly and we were able to enjoy our wedding without having any worries!

shed and rebuked by them constantly. The one even told me, the wedding is going to start without you-the bride. They rushed photos, did not accommodate us AT ALL and made a point to make sure we didn't get what we want. Go somewhere else, even a wedding in the park would have been 100X better than having it here. Not worth it. The coordinator Katie ruined our photos by rushing them and being in most of them glaring at us. SHOULD NOT BE RECOMMENDED BY THE KNOT.

eremony in the pavilion and had so much fun at our reception in the ballroom! All our guests loved the venue as well!

ay out the land, etc. We got married Catholic and out of our Diocese, and somehow, some way, we had our Priest come from out of town to marry us at the Riverdale Manor! It was a Catholic Service, but not Catholic mass, and was just incredible! Our venue coordinator, Maureen, could not have been anymore perfect! She listened to me, saw my vision, and worked with me to get what I wanted! It was a different kind of planning with her because of the Catholic ceremony, but she was just so accommodating! The food at this place was also to die for! I received so many compliments regarding how amazing the food tasted, and their menu is endless! We had about 160 people attend, and it was very comfortable inside the reception! I am so thrilled to have found this place and worked with Maureen! I would also say that for the elegance of this place, and how versatile it was, the pricing was very reasonable. It was a little out of our budget, but the menu is very flexible to keep you within your budget, and based on our food, you can't go wrong with anything they cook! The wedding day itself ran extremely smooth! There weren't any bumps on the venues end, and Maureen laid out a beautiful reception for me, and just knew how to properly place all of my decorations! She also worked so well with my vendors and welcomed them so well! I was in love! Thank you Maureen and Riverdale Manor!

eye for details and decades of experience. Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and a ton of fun. All of our guests raved about how good the food was. Thank you so much for an amazing wedding!

ing with us throughout the process and ensuring everything went smoothly the day of the wedding. The venue looks beautiful inside and out resulting in a fantastic atmosphere and great backdrop for photos. We were so pleased with our wedding and had our friends and family compliment how lovely the evening was - which some of the credit has to go to Riverdale and their staff. We ended up with a cold and windy day, but were still able to take photographs outside ahead of time, and were able to use the pavilion with clear siding to give the ceremony the atmosphere of being outside without having our guests be too cold or ruining their hair in the wind. Riverdale did all the set up leaving me with more time to enjoy the day. I also misplaced my bouquet about 5 minutes before walking down the isle, but there was Monica to the rescue, finding it and getting it back to be before I could even really get worried about it. Guests loved the appetizers and food which was served on time and hot. I don't have any horror stories because there were none - our 2 year old guests to our 70 year old guests all enjoyed themselves! I feel it is important to state that they do have certain rules such as maximum length of time of the reception, no outside food, etc that they will not bend on - so if you have a specific vision - just make sure to communicate that clearly upfront to avoid any issues. (We didn't have any, but we did notice that they do not bend their rules.) Riverdale was great for us because they took care of everything except for the cake and DJ (they do catering, chairs, ceremony, set up, take down, etc). And they know how to do it well!

Maureen at Riverdale Manor! They were out shoveling the walkways and parking lot before we got there. There are several options for where to hold your ceremony on the property and we were doing ours in the pavilion anyway, so weather wasn't ever a concern. The pavilion was beautifully lit and warm. We even were able to borrow an archway and some other pieces of decor for our ceremony/cocktail hour. We served hot chocolate at the program station to keep our guests warm. When we arrived before the wedding everything was already set up for us - we didn't have to do a thing. We could just get ready and focus on the day ahead. Linda helped Maureen that day and stayed for the duration of the evening and she was delightful. She (and the bartenders) were always making sure we had a drink or anything else that we needed. The food was wonderful! We had kabobs, meat stations, pasta station, and a dessert buffet and everyone enjoyed it. Thyme and Seasons (the official caterer for Riverdale) even made an AMAZING 2 tier naked carrot cake for us at a really affordable price. At the end of the night, the staff at Riverdale sent us home with left over entrees and dessert, and also packed up all of our decor so there wasnt really anything for us to do at the end either. Everyone at Riverdale was a joy to work with! Maureen, the owner, really knows what she is doing. She has a lot of previous event planning experience and she has wedding planning down to a T. Her staff is professional and friendly. They have specific rules and timings to follow, but for good reasons, and they keep the day stress free and moving forward. Couldn't have had a more wonderful wedding venue! Thank you!

h a statement in itself. Our guests raved about it. I was confident that rain or shine, the day would be beautiful. We lucked out and had great weather, but I felt relieved that we had a beautiful backup plan as well. There are a lot of rules and regulations that you should ask about while exploring Riverdale as an option, but I really think they do such an incredible job because they have these regulations. We can't thank you enough, Monica! - Jen & George

bride so much easier and as stress free as possible. Even the day of they helped to coordinate each and every detail ensuring that things occurred as scheduled. When an issue arose, they were on it immediately so I did not have to worry about it. Their food was incredible as you have to use their caterer Thyme and Seasons. Wish they had a restaurant. The venue also set everything up and tore everything down for you, even loading it into the cars. I've been apart of many weddings and always had to set up and tear down everything, taking hours. I did not want my family and friends to have to worry about this and within an hour of the wedding being over, things were packed up and everyone could go home. I'd highly recommend this venue to anyone interested in getting married. They will take care of you, treat you with respect and give you a wonderful day!

the venue, but their catering as well. The food was great and exactly what we asked for. Even our guests complimented us on the venue, catering and staff. I highly recommend this venue.

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ry last detail. As soon as we dropped off our wedding items the day of the rehearsal I knew I could start to relax as all of the details were in her hands. Due to the heat we had to make a last minute change to the location of our dance floor which was not a problem. We also used Freez Entertainment as our DJ/photo booth and he was so fimilar with the venue that it made everything so easy. Maureen's assistants were amazing and it was great to be able to grab one of them at any given time. Truly an amazing venue, absolutely gorgeous! Food was amazing! If you are thinking about using this venue do yourself a favor and go visit it. With hotels nearby with a complimentary shuttle (with enough rooms in your block) that saved money and less worry for the couple. There are many pictures on Riverdale's website, but you can find more on Instagram with #riverdalemanor. My photographer found amazing places for pictures.

ing planning meetings, and helped to make things move along successfully and seamlessly on wedding day.

ile and a word of advice, she guided us through every little detail to make our wedding day phenomenal whether it was choosing food, picking linens, setting up, or running the show on the day of. Everything seemed like magic because it just ran exactly as it was supposed to. There are not too many times in life when you can say something was perfect, but we truly feel that our wedding day was and Monica played a huge role in that. The grounds are incredible for pictures, the venue is phenomenal because you have multiple options for your ceremony, and the food is wonderful! You must use their catering service, Thyme and Seasons, for your food but it is worth it! Highly recommend Riverdale and Monica!

wedding from out of town, and she was very accommodating and always responsive to emails. The policies seemed a bit rigid at times, but I have to say, it was worth it because our day went exactly as planned. They hold their work to a high standard for a reason. Maureen had everything planned down to the minute and it turned out perfectly. I love that they have a list of recommended vendors but don't require you to use them. The vendors we used from their list were excellent (Bella Manse for cake and Sandra Porterfield for flowers). We are more than satisfied with Riverdale Manor's services, and highly recommend them to future brides and grooms! The venue is gorgeous, the food is amazing, and the staff is on point.

kids can run around, where our grandparents could talk away from the music, where nursing mothers or sleepy babies could have a quiet space – Riverdale has it all! We worked with Monica Wagner and she was wonderful – very organized and flexible when last minute changes needed to be made. She gave great suggestions and was always happy to see us and accommodate our questions. Easily my favorite spot in Lancaster! Recommend it highly!

ay of, she set up all my decorations and I didn't have to worry about a thing. She worked with all the vendors and the day could not have gone more smoothly, even with a huge thunderstorm right before the ceremony. My guests are still telling me how amazing the place was. Highly recommend to everyone!!

cannot say enough positive things about her! I highly highly recommend this GORGEOUS venue! Not only is it beautiful, but the food is amazing and the staff goes above and beyond. We wish we could re-live our wedding all over again!

e got so many compliments on the beautiful setting and the delicious food. They even created my vision for a hot chocolate bar at the reception! Thank you so much Riverdale Manor!

he rules at Riverdale Manor; they seemed reasonable. The best part of Riverdale Manor is the scenery and the ability to feel like it is an intimate gathering. Guests are able to stroll the grounds, walk onto the terrace, or sit inside at their tables and talk. I would highly recommend this venue to the bride and groom who want to "sit back and relax" on their wedding day.