Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens

t sold me. We had a tour with one of the owner Brian, and he sold us!! Not only did we just get a tour of the place, he walked us through as is we were a guest arriving to our wedding day. From the walk up to the ceremony barn and set up, to the cocktail lounge/fire pit, and finally to the Grand Barn for the reception, it’s honestly hard not to fall in love with all of what the venue has to offer. This was definitely a top contender as soon as the tour ended, but what sealed the deal for us chatting with Brian afterwards with next steps and pricing. I knew Stoltzfus was “a la carte” but I didn’t expect them to have a list of partner vendors to choose from (various styls + pricing options) which made the whole planning process SO easy. No doing your own research, hunting down vendors and guessing who to go with (esp if you’re not from the area!) by the end of the conversation, I wouldn’t let my fiancé leave without us choosing a date and putting a deposit down. Just like when you find your dress, I KNEW this was my venue! The other owner and wedding consultant Dawn was simply amazing to say the least. She emailed every few months with updates on who/what to book leading up to the wedding date (hotel, transportation, etc) to help guide you, as well as props and services they offer for rent to make your day more special and affordable. She truly helped bring my vision to life by recommending and providing decor, even up until the morning of when a bridesmaid forgot a box of decor! It was a relief having a (better) backup plan. I am so blown away by both Dawn and Brian, and our day of coordinator Chela! for being there on our day and making sure everything went smoothly. It’s truly a blessing that we found Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens, the whole team + vendors care SO MUCH about making your day perfect and stress free- they are there every step of the way. It’s hard for me to say what part was my favorite (tiny house bar, sparkler send off, new bridal suite, or the awesome cocktail lounge that looks like Joanna Gaines designed it!!!) but I do know that choosing Stoltzfus Homestead was the best decision I’ve ever made!

and something that would "wow" our guests. Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens checked all of those boxes and more. The buildings and grounds were beautiful and well kept. The staff was well organized and helpful. All questions were answered within a day, and usually within an hour or less at all times of day. One thing that especially stood out was how well the venue handled the rainy weather that unfortunately plagued our wedding day. They were well-prepared for the multiple changes of plans that were required as the rain came and went. The whole process of switching from Plan A to Plan B was seamless and I'm sure our guests didn't even know that last minute changes were enacted. I especially appreciate Brian's empathy and sense of humor as he sensed that my wife and I were both stressed and disappointed by the weather. Thank you, Stoltzfus Homestead & Gardens, for a memorable wedding that was exactly what we were looking for.

e ceremony and reception in two separate barns really made it special and they were each decorated differently. The grounds are spectacular. Their attention to detail is really obvious. Every time I was there, someone was gardening or sprucing up. Dawn and Brian made us feel like family from our first day of planning. We loved getting ready in the newly renovated Bridal Suite. Their on-site florist, Megan, of Pearls & Petals, really added to the beauty of the day with her gorgeous flower arrangements. The wedding coordinators are top notch. Pam kept everything on track and handled any issues that came up during the day. I truly got to sit back and just enjoy the blessings of the day. I can’t begin to count how many people said it was the nicest wedding they’ve ever been to. At most weddings, you have two choices; dance or sit at your table. At our wedding, the dance floor was full, there were people enjoying the comfortable furniture in the outdoor lounge, guests enjoying the fire pit and still others playing corn hole boards in the courtyard. There’s something for everyone and we all enjoyed every minute of the day. You won’t look further after visiting Stoltzfus Homestead.

y everything leading up to the ceremony. And just like that, it stopped raining and we had a fantastic night!

worked mostly with the owners and wedding day coordinator, who were all such a big help and made it so that we could truly enjoy the day. They kept things running smoothly and handled everything so that we could spend time with all of our friends and family. The venue is beautiful and the staff are all amazing. You will not be disappointed with the venue!

ue was stunning and a great day that my husband and I will remember forever.

oothly! Not to mention the venue itself is absolutely stunning! From the getting ready rooms, to the ceremony barn and the reception barn they have everything and they take pride in their venue so everything is alway smooth sailing with them! They also have so many different things you can add to your wedding! From decor to having different coffee trucks and yard games! I would recommend that anyone looking for a modern rustic wedding should book this venue ASAP!

d them right away to book our date! I am so happy we did. The venue itself is beautiful. It was so nice to have the ceremony in the tobacco barn and the reception in the grand barn. What really sold us on the venue was the outdoors. We loved the setting for cocktail hour and the outdoor activities that took place the rest of the night, such as the game package and camp fire. So many guests told us how beautiful they thought the venue was! Dawn, one of the owners, was wonderful to work with. She answered all of my questions the entire year leading up to the wedding and provided me with an abundance of helpful information. The homestead also provided us with our wedding coordinator, who also was named Dawn. She made everything run smoothly and flawlessly on our wedding day. There was so many things that needed to be done and she helped the day keep moving! She decorated the venue exactly how I wanted it. I came to her with very specific ideas and visions and she made the venue look better than I could have ever imagined! In addition to that, she was there handling any bumps in the road the entire day and handling things that I didn't even know needed handling! Dawn handled so many different tasks throughout the wedding so that we could truly enjoy the day with all of our family and friends. She really took away a lot of the stress for us! All of the staff at the venue were amazing to work with. The homestead provided me with some vendors that they recommended I use and I am so glad they did. It made my life easier to find some vendors I knew had good reputations and I was so pleased with everything the homestead recommended. I cannot recommend this venue enough- I knew right away that I wanted to get married here and will forever cherish the memories we made at this venue.

o for every guest whether it was dancing, playing lawn games, drinking by the fire, walking the beautiful grounds, etc. Almost every guest we’ve spoken to since said that our ceremony was one of the most beautiful and sentimental they’ve ever witnessed; a lot of credit due to the Tobacco Barn and the magical environment it creates with its tall, white, wooden beams. Brian & Dawn, as well as our Day-of coordinator Chela, were amazing. They had everything from rehearsal to the last song of the night running perfectly. We didn’t have one worry that day - which is how it should be for the bride & groom! We couldn’t recommend this venue enough!!! Emily & Nick

awn, and Ginger gave us the perfect night. Highly Recommend.

g. We couldn’t be happier with our decision. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more!

on how smooth our wedding ran the entire night. The grounds, the barn, atmosphere is nothing but outstanding. We will forever recommend our venue to any future bride and groom

guests truly enjoyed themselves. They all said how unique and fun this venue was. Our wedding day coordinator, Chéla, was an absolute sweetheart who truly made sure our day was everything WE wanted!! You won’t go wrong choosing this venue!! They truly are here to make your day special and are about what YOU want!!!

venue is absolutely stunning with two beautiful eclectic barns, an outdoor lounge, firepit, and flourished grounds. The staff at the Homestead are professional, down to earth, and talented. Every need was anticipated both before and during every minute of our special day to help things run smoothly without fret or stress. Our consultants ran everything so smoothly behind the scenes; it made the day fly effortlessly! Our guests showered us with compliments on the beauty of the venue and the incredible atmosphere the Homestead provided for a beautiful, relaxed, and enjoyable event. The prop shop was such a wonderful addition to our celebration simplifying our planning process and making the day fit together beautifully. The staff helped us have wonderful collaborations between our vendors and offered many different options such as décor and alcohol pack-it-up packages at the end of the night. The Homestead is an incredible venue with impeccable staff; I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone.

ficiant, Bartender, Owners, and everyone else involved) are phenomenal. Their experience in planning and producing exceptional weddings is obvious from the start. There was essentially no stress, as they were on top of things from the minute we confirmed out date, to the day after the ceremony. The venue is gorgeous, the mix of indoor-outdoor spaces works together beautifully. The included services are made better by their large array of additional Props and Services, which you will want to add! I can't say enough about The Homestead and those working here to make every Wedding special. Jade, I and our family will always hold a special place in our heart for what you were able to deliver on our special day.

ade the whole process leading up to the wedding so fun and as easy as could be! The location is perfect and was so beautiful for our November wedding! We would recommend this beautiful venue to anyone planning on getting married in the future!

o, and this is largely in part to Stoltzfus. Thank you so much for giving us the best day!

nd Brian, made us feel like part of the family from the moment we arrived. The facility itself is stunning; it’s clear how much care and dedication go into the property down to the smallest detail. From the barn beams to the flowers, it is simply beautiful. We booked our Spring 2020 date back in Fall 2018 because my father needed a double lung transplant, and we wanted him to have plenty of time to heal. Each time we talked to anyone at Stoltzfus, they asked about him and our families and reminded us how excited they were for our wedding. It always felt special, like they genuinely cared about us. Fast forward to March 2020, when COVID-19 hit, we were devastated, confused, and terrified about what it meant for our big day. Dawn was a ray of sunshine; she was always cheerful and continuously kept us in the loop with new procedures and protocols, which helped ease our fears and anxiety. She worked quickly to help us rebook within the same year (in November), keeping our fingers crossed that the pandemic would subside. As the day grew closer, we thought about safety and ultimately downsized our guest list to only immediate families and bridal parties. We started to feel like maybe it wouldn’t be worth it to have our big day in such a beautiful space with such few people, and that perhaps we would have an intimate ceremony in a park, save our money, and pick a new date for the future. When I spoke with Dawn about it, she refused in the best way possible. She extraordinarily offered us the use of their venue for a lesser price than we had initially signed our contract for two years prior. Her words were, “We have all waited so long for this, and we want you to be blessed and have a beautiful wedding day at the homestead.” They cared so much about my fiancé and I that they were willing to offer us the use of their stunning facility for less than we had initially agreed. The wedding industry is a multi-billion dollar monster. I’ve heard horror stories of venues closing and mistreating couples just because they can…this is not the case at Stoltzfus Homestead. These people genuinely care about their couples and families, and we were honored and blessed to be married on November 20th. It was a perfect day, with warm (for November) weather and sunshine. Our 25 person wedding was everything we could ever have dreamed of, my father was able to walk me down the aisle, and the attention to detail was just as precise as it would have been for a 250 person gathering. We will always be incredibly grateful to Dawn, Brian, and Ginger (our wedding coordinator, who is an absolute JOY) for saving our wedding. They helped us coordinate with a streaming service so our extended family and friends could watch live and even allowed us to have a bonfire during our reception. We felt like we were dealing with family during the entire process, and when something is as stressful as wedding planning, you couldn’t ask for more. Thank you, Dawn and Brian, you’ll never know how grateful we are for what you did for us, and we wish you the best and hoped that you are incredibly blessed.

rustic or the barn atmosphere this is your place. Literally everything at your fingertips! Thank you for making our wedding day the most magical day ever even with COVID-19 going on.

outside ceremony, the tobacco barn was a really pretty back up plan. Dawn and Brian were SO supportive, reassuring and empathetic during planning during covid. They're whole team was so organized and efficient, our wedding day was so smooth and everyone took such good care of us throughout the day. They had a team to help pack up our decorations and they did it so quickly. We received so many compliments throughout the night from our guests with how pretty and perfect the venue was. We lucked out as we were expecting a cooler wedding day and it was in the 70s! Though it was a bit cooler at night, the courtyard fire made it so comfortable, we couldn't have asked for a better day or a better team. Highly recommend this venue.

nothing else would compare. THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Two months later and I'm still getting messages from friends and family telling us that our wedding was the most beautiful and relaxing wedding they'd ever been to.   If you're looking for a venue that treats you like family, takes impeccable care of their grounds, has this whole wedding process down to a science, and literally makes you feel calm and that everything is under control, then SHG is for you. Trust me, you don't want to miss out on their magic. <3

this was the best wedding they have ever been too. Makes me feel so happy hearing this. The tobacco barns are perfect for what we wanted. Dawn was our wedding day coordinator and she was wonderful and made sure everything was taken care of and everything and everyone was in their place.

, she made our ceremony so memorable. Both her and her husband are such beautiful people and took care of us that day! Each of them paid such close attention to detail and took care of everything from beginning to end. The grounds are stunning and very well-kept. The day flowed very smoothly and we are so very grateful. If you are looking for a rustic barn wedding with an elegant touch.. look NO further. Stoltzfus is a dream come true!

thtaking but the details the staff puts into making your day so personal is outstanding. Brian and Dawn have this down to a science and give you all the tips and advice to make your dream day a reality. I had so many people ask “aren’t you stressed about your wedding” and the answer was always no...looking back this is because of the tools and confidence they offer while wedding planning they’re there every step of the way and able to answer any question. When it came to my actual wedding day I was lucky enough to have Ginger as my onsite cordinator-she deserves her own review because I’ve never met someone so detail oriented, who was so kind, and made us feel as though she had been a longtime family friend. Ginger made sure every minute of my day was perfect down to packing up our things at the end of the evening. Brian and the rest of the team also really made my day special, even from something as simple as carrying my bags in the morning to the bridal suite because it was “my day” as they put it. I’ve dreamt about my wedding day since a little girl and our wedding held at Stoltzfus was better then anything in my wildest dreams. I’m so grateful to have had the privilege of working with the Stoltzfus team as well as ginger and I’m confident if you have the opportunity to work with them you’ll have your dream wedding as well!

complex is perfect. Dawn and Brian, along with all their vendor partners, are very kind and detail-oriented allowing for a totally stress free and enjoyable wedding planning process and wedding day.(Even after changing the wedding date due to the pandemic) Thanks to Dawn and Brian and their well-oiled wedding process and beautiful venue, our daughter and son-in-law had the wedding of their dreams that they will remember forever.

e experience were perfect, and most importantly, our guests continued to rave about what a good time they had. There was something for everyone of all ages and personality styles to do, and the establishment provided safety and open air areas for those concerned with Covid-19. I am hoping that when the time comes for my other two children to be married, they will choose this venue as well. Thank you for providing everyone in attendance with memories and stories that we will cherish and retell in the years to come.

rest of their team! We got married in the tabaco barn and it was completely stunning as well as the rest of the venue. Dawn and Brian really know what they are doing and will go above and beyond to make your day everything you hope for!

effortless process which allowed us to enjoy every minute of our wedding day, and all days leading up to it. We highly recommend Stoltzfus homestead and gardens for your ceremony and reception.

August in the hopes that the pandemic would subside enough to have a celebration. Dawn and Brian were ultra generous, understanding, and flexible in the given circumstances - they allowed us to have a small ceremony on our original June 6 date with our immediate families at the venue, with full access to all of the amenities for no additional charge. For the larger reception, the Stoltzfus crew did an amazing job communicating updates and implementing safety measures to make our guests feel safe. Ginger was our coordinator for both days, and she was absolutely wonderful! I did not feel stressed at all on the day of the wedding because Ginger took care of everything! We chose Stoltzfus for a couple reasons. First, it is a GORGEOUS venue (even when we toured in January!). I don't think you can take a single bad picture there. Second, we wanted a laid-back, comfortable atmosphere for our wedding, and Stoltzfus delivered. All of our guests loved the fire pit and the lawn games, everyone felt right at home! Third, I wanted to have some options in choosing the vendors for our wedding (some venues have onsite catering that may limit your options, and since we wanted BBQ, I needed options!). Stoltzfus has a wonderful selection of vendors that they partner with, and all of them are amazing! I did not realize how valuable this vendor network was until the 2 weeks before the wedding, when we met with all of our vendors to finalize the details. I was stressed about having to coordinate details with the vendors (e.g. make sure the DJ knows when to introduce the cake cutting, get the bouquets from the florist to give to the photographer for detail shots). But since the Stoltzfus vendors work together quite often, they were able to take care of all of those little details for me, most of the time without me knowing. Dawn, Brian, and Ginger took such good care of us and I will forever be grateful to them and their team for giving us the perfect wedding day (twice!).

check out” the venue, to the evening the wedding ended, there was not a moment we weren’t thrilled. Brian & Dawn made sure that the wedding was exactly they way my daughter imagined; they made sure that every question was answered and the made sure there was no stress. Every individual that works for them were so nice and accommodating, it made our life easy. Planning can be so burdensome and it can take the thrill of the day away, not here, not for one second. When I tell you the day was perfect, it was because we all had fun. My husband and I were able to spend time with every guest, enjoy every meal and drink, laugh and smile, all without worry because of Dawn & Brian. If you are thinking about choosing this venue, do it, you won’t regret it! Like I said, perfection.

hrough the entire process and have thought about everything and anything to ensure your day goes by flawless and it did! The venue is truly so different than anything i’ve ever seen which is why we were so set to book, I wanted there to be something for everyone and with the outdoors option we got it. There was dancing inside, s’mores bar, outside we had a photo booth, cornhole, a fire pit, whiskey bar the list goes ON!!!! Don’t for a second second guess this decision I wish I could relive our wedding all over, and most importantly our guests can not stop ranting and raving that we have set the bar for best wedding they have ever attended !!!! Thank you Dawn & Brian again, we are forever grateful xoxo Mr. Mrs. Foltz !

EDIBLE. Brian and Dawn made us feel like family and listened to every request we made. Our hosts for our wedding day were Liz and Charlie, who prayed for us and made our wedding day seamlessly perfect! We got married on a very hot July day and the team at the Homestead did an amazing job comforting our guests with wet washcloths in addition to bringing in fans and air conditioning units. The list of preferred vendors was full of wonderful vendors who worked hard and gave the same level of service they provided. It also helped narrow down who to work with! The bridal suite and groom lounge were big enough for our bridal party (which was on the smaller side).

along to ensure that no detail gets missed! With having two barns and the gardens on the premises it allows for so many different options for the ceremony and cocktail hour! They also contract with some of the best vendors in the area!

e place for you!

ay this was the place for us! We were looking for a family centered atmosphere that was fun, exhilarating, and beautiful... and we had no idea a place like this existed!!! It is like something out of a beautiful dream, and then more! It the barn wedding that HGTV and Chip and Joanna Gains would envy! It's the destination wedding without the expensive plane tickets, but all the amazing beautiful landscape and intimacy! In the days leading up to the wedding (which was much less time than most couples give) Dawn and the team worked so hard and were so on top of every detail! We had Dawn Beitzel as our Cordinator and she did such an excellent job!! Everything at Stoltzsfus Homestead and Gardens is done with the most absolute excellence and Highest Standards! They value family and value making your wedding day the most memorable experience filled with joy, peace, and memories! They all have the sweetest and kindest hearts that love to serve with joy! It was such an honor to work with the team. They are very experienced and have shown they can meet the desires of any couple. With Dawn and Brian and the team, there is no need to reinvent the wheel. They have weddings down to a science and know how to execute with grace, excellence, and joy! (and the unlimited smoothie bar was a hit with our guests!!) Thank you Brian, Dawn, and the Stoltzfus Homestead Gardens and Team! and to all the vendors (Burnie - Portable Sounds, Megan - Pearls and Petals, Josh - Joshua Mark Photography, Theresa - Yoders Catering) who worked with us! Absolutely amazing!

eyes on the barns! The venues beauty truly speaks for itself however the homestead offers many add ons on site which make life seriously 100% easier! Courtney the day of coordinator was life changing, she went above and beyond in every aspect whether it was bustling my dress, ensuring we ate, and handling everything throw her way. If anything went wrong on our wedding day-I was not aware because she handled it beautifully. I really do not have enough nice things about the homestead, they made our wedding everything we could possible dream of, yet better. We would recommend this venue and team to anyone and everyone! Thank you again for everything the Homestead team, it was a day we will never forget! ❤️

f we were family. They are so incredibly kind! The grounds are immaculate, the barns breathtaking, and the props and add-on services were fantastic! I cannot imagine having our wedding anywhere else. The Homestead helped to make our special day truly magical.

ay and I felt invaded because I was walking around in my robe. There was no communication about this and they said we had the venue the whole day. Just ask if you book with them etc.

incredibly knowledgable, and supportive. 90% of our guests came from out of town and had never been to the area, and they won't stop raving about how beautiful the venue was. We were concerned about the heat in August, but it proved to not be an issue as a result of a casual dress code and cooling units (and an ice cream truck didn't hurt). We were also concerned about rain, and while it did rain for ~20 minutes it honestly enhanced the day. Dawn's husband Brian kept us in the loop on the weather schedule, and the beautiful sunny downpour (and rainbow) that followed made our day even more special. SHG is a well oiled machine, but they still work individually with each couple and work to make each wedding authentic to the couple. I could not recommend the venue highly enough, and we're so grateful to the SHG team for a wonderful, unforgettable experience.

Jen said that “this day is perfect” and “this is the best day of my life”, I knew it was due in large part to the hard work behind the scenes by the SH&G team. Our venue coordinator, Pam, was magnificent! She allowed us to “live in the moment” and to not stress the details! The grounds are beautifully maintained and our guests loved the Wedding Barn, the Reception Barn, the Lounge, and the outdoor area where the hors d’oeuvres were served. Thank you so much Brian & Dawn!! Steve & Elaine

bly beautiful, and I loved that I didn’t need to add much to it to make it picturesque. I can’t begin to recommend this venue enough. They provide just the right balance of structure and flexibility, and everything was clear, organized, and detail-oriented. The staff knew exactly what they were doing, and I cannot thank them enough. As a bride, of course I tried to plan “the perfect day.” This venue allowed that to come to fruition, and I would not have changed a single thing. And I can’t even count the number of guests who said this was the most beautiful venue they’ve ever been to, and raved about not only the views, but also all the preferred vendors and competency of the staff. This was TRULY the perfect day. Thank you for EVERYTHING!!!

ng. Brain and our day of coordinator Ginger made sure our day ran calmly and smoothly despite the heat and storm. Dawn was our officiant and we couldn’t have asked for a better ceremony. She made it so personal and special and we are so happy we chose her! Also, we couldn’t be happier with our handmade sweetheart table from their son. Our bridal party gave it as a gift to us during rehearsal and all signed the bottom of it. We will always remember sharing our first meal as husband and wife at that table!

loved our wedding coordinator Dawn! She did such an amazing job as we were extremely impressed with how she handled everything and was able to stick to a timed schedule for our reception to make sure we were able to do everything we wanted to do. Not only is Stoltzfus Homestead such a beautiful environment, loving and attentive staff, and made our dream wedding come true, but everyone there was very organized and everything ran smoothly which we were so thankful for. Thank you Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens for a day we will never forget!

to walk the aisle. The barn doors make a certain rumble that can't be duplicated and certainly demand attention, it still gives me chills. In that moment I knew I wanted to get married in the Tobacco Barn. I knew standing behind those doors would end up to be one of the most emotional and stand out moments of my wedding day. It took my husband and I only a couple of minutes to send in our verbal agreement that we would have our wedding at the homestead. And from then on every detail leading up to our day was well thought out and discussed to keep our minds at ease during planning. Dawn and Brian made sure that everyone was on the same page with meetings and constant communication until our wedding day. When you choose to have your wedding day at the homestead you can expect to feel like you are part of a true family. Our wedding coordinator Liz and our site host Charlie, went to every length to make sure our day would run smoothly and without any issues. The preferred vendors and the level of expertise each of these people brought to our special day was truly remarkable to watch and comforting to know we were in good hands. Having the whole grounds to yourself and watching your vision come together is a unique experience that you won't find anywhere else. If you are looking for a venue that offers an authentic setting, with beautiful scenery and amazing staff that truly care about you, Stoltzfus Homestead is the venue for you!

e bride, I did not feel stressed at all and knew I was in the most amazing hands! The venue is perfect with the tobacco barn for the ceremony and the grand barn for the reception. The grounds are perfect for any wedding! Our guests loved everything and really enjoyed the games and fire when they weren’t on the dance floor! It was truly the best day of our lives thanks to Stoltzfus!

agine. We had total trust in their experience, any suggestions and tips for her and Seth's special day. 1. Yoders catering excellent - guests raved over the food. 2. DJ - R Lawrence - kept guests on the floor with great music. 3. Pearls and Petals - excellent - very affordable, will work with brides budget, results are beautiful. Photography - Janae Lin - on Facebook - beautiful photos (Curtis wedding) 4. Inspired Confections - wedding cake and cupcakes excellent 5. Penny's Ice Cream cart - total hit loved it. Recommended by family friends who attended another wedding their. Thank you again for all those involved.

And I truly can't tell you how invaluable it was to have awesome coordination with Dawn at Homestead. My husband and I could relax in the morning, enjoy each other and our guests, eat our dinner, and have fun throughout the entire day because we trusted that our coordinator had everything under control.

as helpful in so many of the details of the planning process and always replied in a timely fashion to my emailed questions. Our day of coordinator, Ginger, went above and beyond! She was so organized, helpful, and checking in to make sure that we were enjoying our day! We loved every part of this beautiful venue. The barns for the ceremony and reception are simplistically beautiful, the property is full of gardens and great spots for pictures, and the additional spaces (bridal suite, grooms lounge, and outside lounge) were great as well! We would most certainly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a simple, barn/rustic, elegant venue!

y perfect and our pictures came out stunning. This place is truly set apart thanks to Dawn, Brian and their team. A special shout-out to Courtney, my day of coordinator who went above and beyond on this day. I couldn't imagine our day anywhere else. We will be telling everyone to check out this place for their wedding. Love you all and thank you!

y step of the way (you wouldn't believe how many emails I sent Dawn!). Our wedding was Thanksgiving weekend, and it poured like no other! The rain on the Tobacco Barn roof during our ceremony paired with the violins playing--it was the most romantic soundtrack to our wedding! The Grand Barn was absolutely beautiful (Megan from Pearls & Petals is the MOST talented florist and works in-house with the whole venue). There are so many great things to say about this venue and the family that runs it. Do yourself a favor and schedule a visit!

s more than willing to work with us while we were planning a wedding from the other side of the country, 3 time zones away. Dawn and Brian were very patient and helped us to work through all of the planning and scheduling. Our day of coordinator Ginger was also incredibly helpful and very knowledgeable. She was on top of our timeline and understood our wants and needs. The venue was incredible, the people was amazing and helpful, and it all helped to make our wedding the day of our dreams.

in Maryland, but there was always an issue. From not enough room for our guests, to not being able to get married by the Willow tree. So I decided to venture out. Thanks to WeddingWire, Stoltzfus came across my screen. The reviews were great, and I noticed right away that there were Weeping Willows on the property. When I emailed Stoltzfus, Dawn (owner) responded within a day. She was excited to tell me all about their venue, what they offered and how they had multiple weeping willows for me to choose from. She even sent me pictures of them all! When my mom, and my fiancé Joey headed up to see the property (3 1/2 hour drive), Dawn was SO flexible when it came to a time, especially knowing we were coming from so far away. INSTANTLY we were blown away by their venue. The grounds themselves were breathtaking. I loved how they had two barns, one for the reception, and one for the ceremony (if it rained and you couldn't get married outside). Everything was just beautiful. We walked around the property checking out all the weeping willows, there were a bunch! Leaving, we knew they were the venue we had been looking for. We didn't decide on the marriage spot until about a month before the wedding since I wanted to see the trees in full bloom. Throughout the entire process, Dawn and her team made EVERYTHING go as smoothly as possible, communication was constant, and I never felt like I didn't know what was going on. She had answers to everything. being a "destination" wedding, I was really feeling the pressure, but Dawn made me feel so comfortable. I loved how the florist (Petals & pearls, Megan, Dawns daughter) and the bar tenders (Brian Waltman, Dawns Husband), were onsite. We took a few trips back up over the course of the year before the wedding to get details together. I was always able to coordinate with them as well, so that we all were meeting at the same time, and not making extra trips. Dawn and her team made sure that the spot I chose by the willow tree was PERFECT. They did everything in their power to make sure that the area itself was perfect. The grass was beautiful, the trees and shrubs were green and Brian himself even took out some dead shrubs so that it all flowed so nicely for my big day!! On my wedding day, they always say that no day goes perfectly, but I am here to tell you MINE DID!!! Dawn and her team made sure of that!!!! When we woke up the morning of my big day, it was sprinkling, and the forecast showed afternoon showers. Dawn and Brian both assured me that everything was going to be okay. Brian waited until the last possible second before setting up our benches, which luckily the rain completely held off until dinner!!! From that very morning, till our night was over, everything was perfect. They never made it feel rushed, Dawn and Brian were there to support us, and our guests on our big day. They made you feel like you were family. This venue and their staff is absolutely the most kind hearted and giving people you will meet. You would not be disappointed in choosing them to be your venue!!!!

ous; but Dawn and Brian (the owners) are two of the most genuinely kind people we have ever had the privilege of working with. Planning a wedding is no small task, but Dawn makes the entire process extremely manageable. She is always quick to answer any and all questions and truly works with you to make sure your vision comes to life on your wedding day. Our day of coordinator, Pam Seaburg, was equally delightful to work with and went above and beyond to ensure our big day went off without a hitch. I am definitely the type of person who tends to stress over details, however I can honestly say that I was able to completely relax the entire wedding week knowing that our day was in such capable hands. Stoltzfus is a true gem, we wouldn’t change a single thing!

y questions and make sure we had everything we needed. It was magical.

through the planning process was more then we could have ever asked for. Our wedding day was more special than we even realized it could be. Our guests have said over and over how beautiful the venue was and how amazing the wedding itself was! You can’t possibly go wrong with Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens.

and Brian, Dawn and Courtney could not have been more caring and helpful. Courtney kept all of us cool and calm and coordinated it all perfectly, and we all appreciated it. I cannot say enough about how amazing the day was. Thank you all so much. Becky Yearsley

es and sitting beside a fire at night! Everything was more than we could ever ask for!

z and they really put my mind at easy the whole weekend! Our dog was our flower girl and Micah watched Nelly over night. Any problems that popped up along the way, SHG was there to ease our minds. If I had to do it all again, I would still choose SHG and our guest would agree. There is so much room for everyone to spread out and enjoy the night! Highly recommend Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens

. I cannot begin to thank them all enough for their help and support leading up to and including the day of the wedding. Our coordinator Ginger Glass was just as pleasant to work with and helped ease some of the stress. I would recommend this venue in a heartbeat. The venue is straight out of a rustic fairy tale and you are treated like family not just another bride.

t. Our day-of coordinator Pam was also fantastic. You can tell that everyone at Stoltzfus gives their hearts & souls to every wedding. I was told by many of my guests that my wedding was the most unique and most fun wedding they had ever been to. The buildings and grounds are gorgeous and kept so well. Everywhere you look there is something more beautiful and more awesome than the last. We were also given a list of recommended vendors who work frequently with Stoltzfus and I would highly recommend going with any of them. All in all, we had a fantastic time and would select this as our venue again in a heartbeat. 10/10! Thank you!!

are inflexible about special requests such as having wine served to guests at the table. They have a format for the wedding and expect you to follow it.

nd easy to work with. They made me feel comfortable the entire day, and even months up until the big day arrived. They always answered all of my emails promptly. It is an absolutely gorgeous venue and even though it rained on my wedding day, the staff did not even bat an eye - and it all worked out so smoothly, the guests wouldn't even have known the difference. I could not be happier!! My guests have not stopped talking about our wedding and said how truly amazing and beautiful it was.

o everyone. We picked the best venue for the wedding.

thought out, and they made any potential bump go smoothly. One of my maids of honor was physically handicapped and they made sure she was taken care of and had a great time, something we will remember forever. I would get married anywhere if I could have the staff that we did at Stoltzfuz <3 BUT! The GREAT beauty of the homestead is truly AMAZING! My guests loved it sooo much. They loved that they could have options besides just dancing. We wanted elegance, simplicity with a rustic feel and it happened. While our guests truly relaxed and enjoyed the evening. I'm so grateful for them and everything they did. Thank-you so much Stoltzfus staff <3

ng, they did everything that they could to encourage me and help us out. My only big criticism was that they seem to show preferential treatment to people who have their ceremonies there, and to those on their vendors list. We are Catholic and aren't really able to "travel" with ceremonies due to that reason...so I'd advise them and couples reading this to maybe try to be more mindful to the different reasons people may have for not having their ceremonies there. However, I do want to stress that, Dawn, Brian, and their daughter Megan, our florist Pearls and Petals, are truly kind people who pay close attention to detail, to helping out their couples, and to the enormous task of pulling everything together with a whole lot of difficult scenarios and potential personality clashes between vendors. I hope God blesses their business for years to come.

ere are two great, beautiful barns and the lawns are gorgeous and well cared for. We loved the idea of having lawn games, a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, etc. to offer something besides the usual dancing at a wedding. It really allowed for our guests (and us!) to relax and enjoy the time. We received so many compliments after the wedding that it was “the best wedding they had ever been to”. We can’t tell you how amazing that felt to hear! Part of what made the whole wedding planning process easier at the Stoltzfus Homestead was that they work with various partner vendors. It really gave us a great platform to make our wedding day our own without starting from square - one less stress we had to worry about! Dawn was the absolute best to work with – always responding to my many emails with kindness and promptness. Brian, Liz and Charlie were also so supportive and worked so hard to make sure our day was everything we wanted and more. My husband and I wish we could relive that day over and over again – all thanks to the wonderful people at the Stoltzfus Homestead! Thank you for allowing us to have the most magical day!!!

e to us and it was the perfect venue for our laid back and FUN wedding!

at the day would look like, how it would be orchestrated, and how the Bride and Groom, our families & guests would be cared for. They patiently answered all of our questions with kindness. Their vendor recommendations allowed for many options and price ranges in order to personalize their wedding. Our wedding coordinator, Dawn Beitzel , was equally amazing! Every attention to detail was evident, as well as her kindness and patient sense of humor on the day of the wedding with such a large wedding party! Their actual wedding day was perfect! We were so impressed with everything the staff did to make Kaitlin & Kody's dreams come true! Through every step of the process they treated us like family ! The barns, gardens, and farmhouse lawn were stunning! The Tobacco Barn was simply elegant! People actually gasped when the Tobacco Barn doors opened to reveal Kaitlin & her dad! The ceremony was flawless! The cocktail hour was perfect under the shade of the trees! The reception in the Grand Barn was exactly what we had all hoped it would be! Your thoughtfulness and your attention to detail streamlined the day perfectly! Those little extras made a difference and did not go unnoticed! Brian, mentioned their goal at Stoltzfus is to make sure that the Bride & Groom have fun and to make the parents look good! They surpassed those goals!!! Everyone raved about how perfect the day was, but more importantly, it was the dream come true wedding for the Bride and Groom ! They did have FUN as they danced and smiled through the reception! As parents of the Bride, the staff at Stoltzfus made that day stress free, so that we too, could enjoy the day! From start to finish, they were a pleasure to work with, every step of the way! Kaitlin and Kody’s wedding day was a symphony, that Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens masterfully orchestrated !

truly all of those things!). The barns are stunning, the new lounge area is really cute, and the surrounding gardens are beautifully kept. We are still told by guests months later how much they loved the venue. The property is beautiful on its own (we saw it for the first time on a rainy day in February and fell in love), but it truly came to life on our wedding day when all the details were brought together. Dawn and Brian, our event coordinators, were amazing! We could not have asked for nicer people to work with. They strive to make the day perfect, they listen, they're accomodating, and even more than that, they're supportive. We genuinely felt like they cared about making our wedding as perfect as can be, and calmed every worry or question we had. We had encountered people at other venues where we kind of felt like a number (or just another couple to roll in and roll out) - and it could be so easy to fall into that routine - but not with Dawn and Brian. We truly enjoyed working with them through our 1.5 year journey and they were with us until the very end of the night, helping us clean up and pack our things. We cherished every moment of our day at Stoltzfus and wish we could relive it all over again! Any couple that chooses to get married here will not have any regrets. Thank you to the team here for making our day so wonderful.

n indoor ceremony locations as well that is separate. Your guest can come and relax and enjoy the day with you. We had Dawn W. as our wedding day coordinator and she was truly phenomenal. Paired with her husband Brian they made our day breathtaking and so easy! We have had so many praises about our wedding and how beautiful it was!

Dawn the Wedding Consultant makes life beyond easy. Every vendor they recommended was not only kind, they were also cost-efficient! Everyone told me how stressful it would be planning a wedding and getting everyone on the same page on the day-of but it was truly a stress-free experience. The vendors all know Dawn and Brian and they work together like a well-oiled machine! You should definitely book here, my friends.

mber. The homestead offers so much for guests to enjoy. Our daughter got married in the tobacco barn and the guests actually gasps when the barn doors opened; no one was expecting such a dramatic entrance. Dawn was our wedding coordinator and the day wouldn't have gone as well as it did without her! Brian took care of everything else. If you want a team that you can trust to help plan and carry out your dream wedding, then Dawn and Brian are the team to do it. The Homestead is magical and your guests will truly enjoy themselves without you having to worry. Their recommend vendors were top of the line too. Their florist did an amazing job with the flowers! You will not be disappointed going with Stoltzfus; the staff, the venue and the price will make you happy.

d with the beautifully manicured lawns and landscaped areas. Brian and Dawn Waltman were wonderful to work with. The vendors they recommend are awesome and their attention to detail made our daughters wedding vision a reality.

we needed to schedule a visit (as the pictures online were amazing). Dawn Waltman replied to our email very promptly and was so flexible in scheduling a day and time to show us the venue. When we arrived to the Homestead, we immediately fell in love with the beauty of the preserved barns, silo, flowers/plants, pond and corn crib! When we left the Homestead, we knew this was the place where we wanted to get married. We were sold on its beauty immediately!! We worked with Dawn Waltman, who is the absolute definition of AMAZING! She listened to us and respected all of our wants and desires for our wedding and made it happen! We were at ease on our wedding day because we knew Dawn had everything under control! There was no stress and we could actually enjoy our special day! Hooray! Such a blessing! We strongly encourage you to check out Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens for your wedding, family gathering, company picnic, etc.! The staff are amazing to work with and so, so, SO good at what they do! Thank you Stoltzfus Homestead and Gardens for making our dream wedding come true! Jason & Danette Parker