Stress-free Wedding Venue/Bed & Breakfast
Tia Waddell
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AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres is a stunning wedding venue in Freeport, PA, just 30 minutes from Pittsburgh. Perfect for couples seeking a peaceful, secluded setting, this family-owned venue offers 15 acres of private land for your dream wedding.
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The Tuscan-style main house features 10,000 square feet, including five luxurious guest rooms for overnight stays. You’ll make a grand entrance down the elegant spiral staircase under crystal chandeliers. Your ceremony will take place under the outdoor gazebo, with a rain plan offering a beautiful, fabric-lit tent as an elegant backup. Afterward, guests will enjoy cocktail hour around the pool and a reception in the 5,500-square-foot tent, which accommodates up to 275 guests.
The venue’s in-house team and coordinator will assist you throughout the planning process. Tables, chairs, linens, and dinnerware are provided, and up to 25 guests can stay onsite in the bed-and-breakfast. Every detail, from the rehearsal dinner to the day-after breakfast, will be handled to ensure your wedding weekend is unforgettable.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$12,300
Reception
$12,300
Ceremony
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Bar services
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Catering
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- Couples usually spend $21,000
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Backyard
Castle
Estate
Historic Venue
Hotel
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Tia WaddellDay of CoordinatorWhen I’m Not Preparing for Your Wedding, I’m Covered in Hair Color! Ethan and I first met at Lenape Vo-Tech, where I was studying cosmetology and he was in construction. A few years after high school, we reconnected and began our relationship. We were married at The Grand Estate in April 2022! I truly love everything about weddings, but my favorite moment is sending the bridal party down the aisle—and making sure the bride’s dress is perfectly in place right before she walks down to become Mrs.
- Jerrica WaddellWedding CoordinatorNicaragua Was Our First Love—Weddings Are a Close Second! Misael and I first met in Nicaragua while I was serving on a mission trip with our church and teaching English at the college he attended. We were married in Nicaragua in March 2018 and later celebrated our own wedding at The Grand Estate in November 2019. As the onsite coordinator, one of my favorite moments is hearing couples reflect on their favorite memories at the end of their wedding day. Misael manages all the landscaping, mowing, and much of the heavy lifting around the property. While we truly enjoy working with all of our couples, we share a special connection with those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We can’t wait to meet you and help make your wedding day unforgettable!
- Melanie WaddellOwnerI’m passionate about warm weather, which often takes me to Florida during the winter, but summer is when I’m truly living my dream. Helping couples bring their wedding visions to life has become my greatest passion. I firmly believe that your wedding should reflect you—it should be uniquely and entirely yours. My late husband and I shared a love for working together and instilled in our children the values of hard work and serving others. Now, as adults, I believe I’ve truly met my match in this shared commitment. As a family, our mission at The Grand Estate is to support each couple and ensure a seamless, stress-free wedding experience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions—we’re here to help make your day unforgettable.
- Aaron WaddellSocial MediaI might be the worst dancer in history, but that doesn’t stop me from hitting the dance floor now and then! Kayla and I met in college and got married in May 2014—just a year before we launched The Grand Estate. Before that, I served as a youth pastor in Connecticut for two and a half years before we moved back home. Since then, I’ve been managing our social media and online presence. I’m also the guy in charge of tapping all the kegs—so, let’s keep the party going! One of my favorite moments on a wedding day is the grand entrance into the reception. Watching couples celebrate with all their closest friends and family cheering them on is truly unforgettable!
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0109 reviews
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The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres stands out as a top wedding venue choice, with reviewers emphasizing the personalized, family-oriented experience provided by the staff. The venue impresses with its stunning vintage-modern aesthetic, spacious layout, and seamless event coordination. Guests rave about the picturesque outdoor ceremony, elegant tented reception area, and delightful breakfast options. The attentive and accommodating staff, including Aaron, Tia, Jerrica, and Melanie, receive high praise for ensuring a stress-free and magical wedding experience. Despite being on the pricier side, the investment is deemed worthwhile for the exceptional service and beautiful setting, making the Grand Estate a highly recommended option for couples seeking a dream wedding venue.Review photos
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Misty S
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5.0
9/03/2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
From the moment we arrived at The Grand Estate, we knew we had found something truly special for our wedding. This charming bed and breakfast turned out to be the ideal venue for our big day, offering a perfect blend of vintage elegance and modern convenience that wowed both us and our guests.
**Space and Setting:**
The property itself is absolutely stunning. The house is beautifully maintained, combining classic vintage charm with modern amenities. With ample space for our entire wedding party, we were able to fully enjoy the entire weekend without feeling cramped. The layout of the venue allowed for a seamless flow of events – from the ceremony to the reception, everything felt cohesive and well-thought-out.
**Ceremony and Reception:**
Our ceremony was held in a picturesque outdoor setting, followed by a cocktail hour by the pool. The tented reception area was spacious and elegantly designed, providing more than enough room for our guests to mingle and dance the night away. The tent was beautifully decorated, and the team’s attention to detail truly made the space feel magical.
**Breakfast and Accommodations:**
One of the highlights of our stay was the delicious breakfast served each morning. The variety and quality of the food were exceptional, and it was such a treat to start each day with a delightful meal. Staying on-site meant we could fully relax and enjoy the venue without the hassle of traveling, which was incredibly convenient.
**Staff and Service:**
The staff went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect. They were organized, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our experience as stress-free as possible. From coordinating with our vendors to setting up everything on Friday for our Saturday wedding, their professionalism and dedication were evident. Their kindness and willingness to accommodate our needs made us feel like we had made the absolute best choice for our special day. The additional bonus of the one year anniversary stay is such a nice touch as well to relive the magic!
**Vendor Coordination:**
The team’s ability to work seamlessly with our vendors was another standout feature. They ensured everything was in place well before the big day, allowing us to focus on enjoying our wedding rather than worrying about logistics. They also were the coordinator day of wedding and did an incredible job!
**Overall Experience:**
While The Grand Estate is on the pricier side, the experience was absolutely worth it. The combination of gorgeous accommodations, excellent service, and a stunning setting made every penny worthwhile. We felt pampered and cared for throughout the entire process, and our guests were thoroughly impressed by the venue’s charm and elegance. It felt so magically and we can't recommend them enough.
**Conclusion:**
In summary, They provided us with a dream wedding experience. Their incredible service, beautiful setting, and attention to detail made our special day unforgettable. We cannot thank the team enough for everything they did – they truly went the extra mile and exceeded all our expectations. For anyone considering this venue for their wedding, we wholeheartedly recommend it. It’s a 10/10 experience, and we are so grateful for the memories created at such a wonderful place. Thank you!
With Love, The Strenos
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 09/03/2024
Thank you so much for this review! We love that we get to work as a family to provide a gr...
eat experience for our couples! It truly was an honor that you chose us to assist at making the biggest day of your life a stress free event! We are excited for your future as Husband and wife! - Aaron, Jerrica, Tia and Mel
Kara W
4.0
6/22/2025
The Grand Estate was very helpful with all of our venue planning. The made sure that we had everything we needed, and everything was set up the way we wanted it to be. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. They were able to get my dress ready when we had a small struggle before the ceremony. The weather was not super cooperative, and they kept checking with us to make sure that we still wanted to do the ceremony outside and how we had imagined it.
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Gage G
5.0
11/11/2024
Melanie, Jerrica and the entire Grand Estate staff were a part of our family for this very special weekend. They are so, so personal for each and every detail. It really feels like your spending the weekend with family and celebrating your big day.
Jerrica is so detail oriented and isn't afraid to get her hands dirty to get things done and keep the wedding day moving along.
I'll be honest with you - we were a little nervous about the big price tag. But let me assure you, they make it count - down to every penny.
The biggest thing we really enjoyed was being all in the same place from check-in on Friday until leaving out on Sunday.
We're very thankful to have celebrated our special day at The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 11/15/2024
Thank you so much for your heart felt review! It truly was an honor that you chose us to a...
ssist at making the biggest day of your life a stress free event! We love that we get to work as a family to provide a great experience for our couples! Please stay in touch and come back for an anniversary stay!!- Aaron, Jerrica, Tia and Mel
Morgan B
5.0
10/27/2024
We had a wonderful experience at the grand estate. The venue is beautiful and the staff was excellent to work with. I would love to go back and relive this day again and again!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 11/15/2024
Thank you so much for your heart felt review! It truly was an honor that you chose us to a...
ssist at making the biggest day of your life a stress free event! We love that we get to work as a family to provide a great experience for our couples! Please stay in touch and come back for an anniversary stay!!- Aaron, Jerrica, Tia and Mel
Alexa I
5.0
9/03/2024
I cannot even begin to express my gratitude toward every single family member from the Grand Estate.. Aaron and Tia were so incredibly helpful with organizing the event and keeping things on track the Day of. Jerrica was extremely responsive and helped clarify every detail of what we should expect the day of. Melanie was such a gracious and calming presence during our stay and provided such amazing hospitality.
I could not have imagined having a more perfect wedding weekend than what we experienced with the team at the Grand Estate. For anyone looking for a venue that runs like a well oiled machine.. look no further. Ian and I cannot wait to spend our Anniversary with all of you next year and are so thankful for the most memorable wedding we could have ever asked for.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 09/03/2024
Thank you so much for your heart felt review! It truly was an honor that you chose us to a...
ssist at making the biggest day of your life a stress free event! We love that we get to work as a family to provide a great experience for our couples! We are excited for your future as husband and wife! Stay in touch! - Aaron, Jerrica, Tia and Mel
Kaylee H
5.0
7/29/2024
BOOK THEM!!! My fiancé and I got married at The Grand Estate this past weekend and it was purely magical. I can’t tell you how many compliments we received from both our many guests and the bridal party who stayed on the property about how lovely the venue and the staff were. Not only did they provide the most stress-free journey for us during our planning process, but they truly treated us like family. Aaron with his friendly and energetic demeanor as he drove us around to take pictures, Jerrica with her levelheadedness and organization through our whole process, Tia with her support and calming nature right before I walked down the aisle, and finally Melanie with her pure heart and deep desire to invest in her couples, this family made the biggest impact on our special day. Other than marrying eachother, choosing this venue and this family to host us for our wedding weekend was the best decision we made when planning our wedding.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 08/07/2024
Thank you so much for this review! We love that we get to work as a family to provide a gr...
eat experience for our couples! We are excited for your future as Husband and wife! - Aaron, Jerrica, Tia and Mel
Megan K
5.0
7/09/2024
We were so thankful that they had our date available 2 months out. We found out our first venue shut down and they did everything they could to make our day perfect. They definitely exceeded our expectations and we can’t thank them enough!!!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 07/09/2024
Thanks so much for your review! We are so glad that we had that weekend open!
Abbi S
5.0
6/17/2024
We had a wonderful experience with the Grand Estate. Jerrica and the rest of the team made the whole experience seamless. The estate grounds are gorgeous and make the decorating easy. The whole event was seamless. Having all three events on the grounds made it incredibly easy for our out of town guests. The team was incredibly accommodating and each event location was accessible to our disabled guests. We had guests coming up to us all night in awe of the venue, and the Grand Estate helped make our day perfect.
We loved having the house for the whole weekend. Most of our bridal party travelled in from out of state, and it made the whole experience so much better to have everyone centrally located. The groomsmen had so much fun swimming in the pool the morning of the wedding. The team prepared us a delicious fresh breakfast each morning and made sure we had everything we needed to prepare for the day. The bridal suite was the perfect place to get ready and the house had so many gorgeous photo locations. The boys loved the pool house and had so much fun getting ready there.
The team made the morning of the wedding stress free. I did my own florals and I was nervous about getting them set up the morning of. The team worked so well with my coordinator and everything was perfectly executed, without any stress on my end.
The reception was so much fun, and the guests loved the different seating areas outside of the tent. The tents was cool and comfortable on an 80 degree day. The dance floor was the perfect size. We had around 100 guests and the venue felt full without anyone feeling crowded.
Overall, we had such an amazing experience with the Grand Estate and would highly recommend them to any future brides.
The only detail to be aware of for couples with a lot of out of town guests is that the hotel options for this venue are very limited. There is one nearby hotel that did not have room blocks and a hotel at the Mills, which is about a 30 minute drive away. Because rideshare is not really available at the venue, we ended up booking a shuttle service. I would factor in the cost of a shuttle to your budget, though the approved vendor is very reasonably priced. Our guests had no complaints about the drive and appreciated the shuttle service.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 06/19/2024
Hey Abbi,
We loved having you and Zach here as well as your family and friends! We are so...
thankful to have you as part of The Grand Estate fam! Thanks soo much for the great review it is a huge help! - Aaron, Tia, Jerrica, and Mel
Marissa B
5.0
5/08/2024
My now husband and I could not have asked for a better venue or team to work with while planning our special day. Not only is the mansion and their grounds gorgeous, but the family that runs it goes the extra mile to help the couple in ways that you can't even imagine. From coordinating everything on the day of, to providing room for up to 25 people to sleep, to giving breakfast for those staying in the mansion, it was just all around perfect. I promise, it is well worth the price to be able to be married here. They provide linens and table settings and so many other little things that would add up and it was such a weight off my shoulders while planning to not have to worry about those things. If we had to do it all over again, we would pick the Grand Estate again and again, hands down. We loved every moment of that weekend and working with this lovely family and will definitely be recommending this venue to all of our friends!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 06/19/2024
Hey Marissa! We loved and enjoyed having you all here and are so thankful to have you as p...
art of The Grand Estate family! Thanks for the great review it is a huge help! - Aaron, Tia, Jerrica, and Mel
Shayla D
5.0
4/17/2024
Absolutely a beautiful venue. We had an amazing dream wedding. Shout out to Aaron for helping us out when our DJ bailed on us.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 06/19/2024
Hey Shayla! We loved having you all here and are so thankful to have you as part of the fa...
m! Thanks for the great review it is a big help! - Aaron, Tia, Jerrica, and Mel
SYDNEE D
5.0
1/22/2024
When my husband and I toured this venue, we were completely blown away. After a lengthy venue search, we had finally found the one that was perfect. The small family feel was exactly what we didn't know we needed. They made the planning process stress free and actually fun! They will recommend the best team of vendors who will help your day go smoothly along with their incredible staff. We would highly recommend their full weekend package if you are able. It is magical to show up on Friday and be there for the WHOLE weekend! It was also so, so fun to have our rehearsal dinner at the pool with Vic & Nic's Woodfire Pizza Oven.
Jerrica, Tia, Aaron, and Mel were absolutely amazing. Their attention to detail, their warmness and kindess throughout, their AMAZING breakfast :), makes your most special weekend that much more special. It rained on our wedding day, like began to downpour as I walked outside. But I wanted to get married under the gazebo and they did EVERYTHING in their power to get umbrellas out, keep me dry, keep things moving in a timely manner, having a ceremony space set up in the reception tent in the chance I changed my mind.
I could not recommend this venue more - you truly become a part of the Grand Estate family. Our day went off perfectly and I relive the moments every single day. We cannot wait to return to their bed & breakfast this year to relive our best day!
All photos by Ash K Captures
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 01/23/2024
SYDNEE! We loved having you and Evan and are so thankful to have you as part of the fam! T...
hanks for the great review it is a big help! - Aaron, Tia, Jerrica, and Mel
Lexi C
5.0
1/20/2024
The family who owns this venue made it memorable from start to finish! They were so patient as I debated for 20 minutes on various napkin fold options, haha. They communicated with me regularly leading up to the wedding weekend to finalize the timeline, seating chart, etc. There was a bit of a miscommunication when they closed their tent rental company; I received conflicting emails about whether or not the centerpieces we were planning to rent would still be available. However, they were more than willing to refund us for the centerpieces and we made our own instead, so this became a non-issue.
The whole wedding party enjoyed swimming in the heated pool the night before the wedding, and the hot breakfast buffet the morning of the wedding was awesome. They even prepared dairy-free and vegan options for us, as requested. There was a mishap on the wedding day where our DJ (who is NOT affiliated with The Grand Estate) was several hours late and missed our ceremony and cocktail hour. However, The Grand Estate did a great job working with my groom minutes before our ceremony to come up with a quick solution. They handled this so well, to the point where I literally didn't know anything had gone amiss until after the reception had ended. By the end of the wedding weekend, they really made us feel like family. If we could do it all again, we wouldn't change a thing (except the DJ!).
Brittany K
5.0
12/04/2023
My husband and I got married at the Grand Estate on July 15, 2023. Every inch of this venue is gorgeous. There are so many spots to take pictures. Inside of the mansion is stunning, and we loved getting to stay there for the weekend.
Our favorite part of the Grand Estate was the option to rent the house for the entire weekend. We checked in Friday at noon and stayed until Sunday. This slowed our weekend down and gave us plenty of opportunities to enjoy it. We spent Friday swimming and hanging out with our bridal party. We used the pool area to host our rehearsal dinner and spent the evening swimming and relaxing. It was so special to have this time with our closest friends.
Our wedding day was perfect. Jerrica and the rest of the staff were so accommodating and friendly. They kept our day on track and solved any problems that occurred. We had a very hot July day. The venue staff ran around bringing out extra fans, giving me liquid iv, and even dabbing me with peppermint oil to stay cool.
Even despite the killer heat, our guests had a fantastic time. We’ve heard nothing but praise for the venue. I’m praying one of my friends gets married here, so I can experience it from a guest’s point of view. If we could do it all over again, I’d book the Grand Estate in a heartbeat!
Marissa D
5.0
10/22/2023
By far the most amazing wedding venue!! I just got married October 21st 2023 and I couldn’t even imagine a more perfect day! The staff is very helpful and made us truly feel like family, we stayed the whole weekend including having the rehearsal dinner, and everything was set up perfectly, the day of the wedding we got breakfast by the amazing staff and had so much room to get ready and the guys could do their own thing in the pool house! Every possible thing was picture perfect especially since they have a day of coordinator on sight to help with vendors, etc. We also had a very large bridal party with 28 total and they made everything run so smoothly and I could not recommend this venue enough, the staff truly are beyond amazing and this is no doubt the venue of our dreams 🤍
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/27/2023
Hey Marissa!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sure you are family to us! We...
are so thankful and honored that you chose the estate for the most important day of your lives! Remember we are here for you and are looking forward to you coming back for your anniversary stay!
Melanie
Tara B
5.0
10/11/2023
I knew very early on that this was one of my two top choices for our wedding venue. I was looking for a specific timeless venue and they offered it. I also loved that it was family run. I initially spoke to Aaron who was very helpful. Tia ended up being the one so give us a tour of the estate and go over things with us as Jerrica was on maternity leave. While my questions were always answered, there was a lot of miscommunication due to working with a few people vs. 1 person throughout the process. All of our concerns were addressed. We had the venue for the weekend and we had fun. The kids were able to enjoy the pool, our rehearsal went well, we had breakfast both Saturday and Sunday and everyone enjoyed that. We had a beautiful day and so many compliments on everything. While there were hiccups in the back end, guests never knew it and that’s the most important thing. We only had an issue with their only preferred transportation vendor. All other preferred vendors were fantastic and we were so happy we chose who we did. We loved our time at the estate and were so happy to celebrate there.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/12/2023
Hey Tara,
Thank you so much for the review. First and foremost I would like to apologize...
that your experience at the estate was not stress-free and for any confusion that occurred with the closing of Classic Tent Rentals. It was a decision that was made to assist us with our grieving process, although as smooth of a process we wanted to make it we still had some hiccups and we are truly sorry how this affected your experience at The Grand Estate.
We clearly understand the value of the relationship between our couples and the venue which is way more important to us. I realize that you and Jerrica have already talked through these issues.
Again we are truly sorry for the stress this has caused you because we strive to provide to each couple an stress-free wedding event!
We truly are looking forward to coming back to the estate for your anniversary stay!
Melanie & The Grand Estate family!
Breanna N
5.0
9/26/2023
The sweetest people to work with. Not to mention they really listen to you and help make your wedding dreams come true! All their staff helped make me have the least stressful wedding weekend every girl dreams of! I HIGHLY would recommend having your wedding at the Grand Estate Venue. It was truly a fairy tale and loved getting to spend the whole weekend there! :)
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Thank you so much Brea for your kind words! We really do enjoy what we do and hope that al...
l our couples experience that stress-free wedding! I am glad we were able to assist you, your family as well as bridal party have an amazing day!
Can't wait to see you back for your anniversary stay!
Melanie
Lauren P
5.0
8/23/2023
When my husband and I toured this venue, we knew immediately it was perfect for us. We went back to our car and discussed for about 5 minutes before we marched back up to the door to secure our spot! First, the venue itself is just absolutely beautiful. We chose to get married in the wooded area in the backyard, but there are several gorgeous ceremony options to choose from. The reception tent is gorgeous – everything is so sophisticated and elegant. What really sealed the deal for us was the ability to stay on the property in the estate house all weekend. We checked in Friday at noon and stayed until Sunday at noon. It really made the whole experience feel less rushed, and we loved being able to have our whole wedding party stay on property with us too. Jerrica and her team took care of everything – I actually spent several hours in the pool relaxing the afternoon before our wedding while they created the reception space of my dreams! They coordinated seamlessly with all of our vendors and helped us work around less-than-ideal weather to ensure that our day was perfect. Our guests keep raving about how beautiful the property was and how they hope to attend future weddings there (and my 10 year old niece has declared her wedding will be at The Grand Estate too!).
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 08/31/2023
Thanks so much for your review! We loved having you and Eric here for your big day! So muc...
h love and fun in one weekend!
Jocelyn C
5.0
8/13/2023
My husband and I got married at The Grand Estate on 6/17/2023 and can honestly say the whole day was a fairy tale and dream come true. The venue was absolutely beautiful and the whole team made our experience seamless and as stress free as we could’ve hoped. Everyone was very professional and made us feel so welcome and like family. They were there every step of the way to answer questions throughout the planning process and helped to ensure the day went smoothly. I noticed on more than one occasion that they were already a step ahead of me when something came to mind that we needed to do or get. We really couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend this venue!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 08/31/2023
Thanks Jocelyn for your review! We loved having you and Justin here for your Wedding!
Gabrielle & Cody K
5.0
8/13/2023
My now husband & I got married at the Grand Estate on 07/22/23… we collectively have been trying to find the right words to describe our experience with this venue, Melanie, Jerrica, Tia, Aaron, & the family but a 5 star rating doesn’t do them justice. There are not enough words to describe how amazing this experience truly was. They collectively did an outstanding job & the dedication they showed not only to us & our wedding day but to our families & friends as well was impeccable.
This venue went above & beyond for us & we live 8 hours away!! That in itself goes to show that the communication was on par! The love, kindness, compassion, & professionalism shown by them goes beyond being just a wedding venue. We can confidently say we left there with lifetime friends & extended family. They truly made us feel at home & worry free on our most magical day & weekend. This didn’t feel like a business transaction, it felt like they truly cared & care about providing us with the utmost respect & perfect wedding day. This venue is truly a dream come true & there are so many beautiful aspects between the chandelier from when you first walk in, to the gorgeous landscaping, & everything in between.
We thankfully were able to haul our hockey team of a bridal party with us for the weekend to the Estate. We were able to utilize the pool Friday before & after our rehearsal dinner, we were served a stellar breakfast both Saturday & Sunday morning, & made a lifetime of memories with our loved ones.
It’s now the middle of August & the compliments on the venue & staff are still rolling in. I can’t help but imagine that these compliments won’t come to an end. We are so honored to have had the opportunity to get married at The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres. It was truly a fairytale & every little girls (or boys) wish come true for a wedding day. A million thank you’s to the Estate, family, & staff. To say you knocked it out of the park is an understatement.
We would recommend The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres to all couples who are looking to get married. There aren’t enough stars or words to say how special this venue is & was…. if we ever have vow renewals, we’ll be back here that’s for certain! Beyond 10/10 recommend!!!
We love y’all forever & can’t wait to make visits throughout our lifetime.
- The Krstonich Family 07.22.23
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 08/31/2023
Thanks Gabby so much for your review! We Sooooo enjoyed you and Cody and your friends and ...
Family! Your Ceremony was so beautiful and we a thrilled to add you guys to the Grand Estate Fam!
Kelly E
5.0
1/24/2023
I have not been able to find the right words to properly express our experience. Our daughter and her now husbands’ wedding was one of the most breathtaking weddings ever. Of course I’m partial but almost two years later I still have quests telling me their wedding was one of the most beautiful they have ever attended. They had a wedding planned for two years then Covid hit. Needless to say everything changed. Their original venue & date were no longer an option. With that being said they stumbled upon The Grande Estate. When I say the venue switch was one good thing to come out of Covid, that is an understatement! From the moment we first visited & met the Waddell family until the moment we left Sunday after the wedding we were treated like family. I made the comment I felt like I was at my favorite Aunt’s house visiting for the weekend. We were right outside of Covid, however being at The Grande Estate I didn’t think about Covid or the unknown once. We were surrounding by all of our loved ones, the loving Waddell family celebrating a beautiful couple beginning their journey. Outside of the perfect wedding and core memories that came with that I personally have a memory I will never forget. Melanie took me aside, she said the most beautiful words to me, those words still bring tears to my eyes. Thank You!
Needless to say this venue is 5+++++++ stars
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Hey Kelly,
Thank you so much for the post wedding review! We enjoy having you all at the...
estate and are so glad you all enjoyed yourselves!
Please come back and stay with us again! We’d love to have you all back again!
Melanie
Hannah B
5.0
11/17/2022
So happy we chose to have our wedding at the Grand Estates. We got married on 11/5/22 and it was the PERFECT day. Weather was fabulous, the outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour were beautiful, and the reception tent was so much fun. I highly recommended having your rehearsal dinner there as well so that you have the place for the whole weekend, it makes logistics SO much easier. We picked this venue because 1) we loved that our wedding party could stay on site for two nights in a row, 2) we were so impressed with the family and venue staff, 3) they include so much into the price whereas other venues make you pay for additional things like tables, chairs, linens, flatware, etc. and 4) you honestly gave same a ton on decorations because the place is so beautiful on it's own. The venue team was very communicative and made the day run so smoothly, I felt so supported and cared for the whole day (because let's be honest, it's an overwhelming day!). Our guests had nothing but great things to say about their experience as well. You really can have it all here and I do think it was reasonable priced compared to other venues in the greater Pittsburgh region
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Hi Hannah,
Thank you so much for the review, I am so sorry for the delay in responding. ...
I must have missed my notification. We are so glad your special day was wonderful!
We are looking forward to seeing you again!
Melanie
Kiara B
5.0
11/02/2022
Our guest are still raving over how gorgeous our venue was. The Grand Estate is truly elite in what they do! Not only are they a beautiful venue but they also offer the opportunity for couples to book the day before (perfect for setting up early and rehearsal dinner and the opportunity to stay after (to clean up without rushing as soon as the event ends). Their staff is amazing!! Extremely helpful, prompt and efficient! They kept everything running smoothly, had excellent communication, and answered all of our questions so everything went on without a hitch! We can’t thank them enough or say enough about their quality of service! 10/10, highly recommend!!!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Hi Kiara,
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love what we do and try so hard to m...
ake every wedding at the estate stress-free! We are always looking forward to seeing you come back and stay!
Melanie
Lisa and Jeff E
5.0
10/10/2022
Beautiful venue, stellar service, warm and welcoming family, and incredibly professional from beginning to end. Couldn't have imagined a more perfect experience for our special day.
We stayed at the Grand Estate all weekend for our wedding on October 8th. Both houses, the grounds, and the reception tent were set up and looked magical when we first arrived. Melanie, Jerrica, Tia, and their team made us feel like family from the moment we walked through the door. The level of service and hospitality they provided through the entire weekend melted away our pre wedding anxiety. Their preparation and experience really shows with how flawlessly everything came together. You won't have to worry about a thing, as they already have a plan.
The grounds were so perfectly maintained, we had trouble deciding which space we would use for photos. You honestly couldn't go wrong with any location on site.
We would recommend The Grand Estate to anyone and everyone a thousand times over. Thank you so much to Melanie, Jerrica, Tia and everyone else at The Estate for making this weekend the most special and memorable weekend of our lives. We can't wait to come back and visit for our anniversary stay!
Love,
Jeff and Lisa
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love what we do and try so hard to make every we...
dding at the estate stress-free! We were so glad you came back for your anniversary stay! Btw we would have served you your coffee but… we’ve been out since the week after your wedding! lol
Also I am so sorry for the delay in response!
Melanie
Cyril L
5.0
10/02/2022
They were amazing. They offer so much guidance and support to running the day. They were on top of coordinating with all your other vendors and made the process so much less confusing and stressful than it could have been.
The venue is also gorgeous. The rooms are lavish and grounds are amazing for pictures. The reception tent is also perfect and I couldn't have asked for a better all-in-one venue!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/11/2023
Hi Cyril,
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love what we do and try so hard to m...
ake every wedding at the estate stress-free! We are always looking forward to seeing you come back and stay!
Melanie
Brittany C
5.0
9/28/2022
I have nothing but amazing things to say about The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres! Not only was the venue breathtaking inside and out providing the absolute best photo ops for getting ready and wedding photos, but the staff is helpful, accommodating, and coordinated! The Grand Estate was the only venue we considered from day one and I never thought twice about our decision! I can not wait to go back for our anniversary stay!
Madison C
5.0
9/26/2022
Right when my husband and I stepped foot on The Grand Estate property we loved it! We visited the venue in November on a cold, rainy day and still knew it was the place we wanted to get married. From the very beginning, the team at The Grand Estate was incredibly supportive, thorough, and helpful. They work with you to make the entire planning process smooth and easy while then making the wedding day magical. We stayed at The Grand the entire weekend with our family and wedding party which allowed us to have our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception all onsite. On the morning of your wedding day and the morning after, they make a terrific breakfast for the people staying at the venue with you! Having the ability to stay the whole weekend made for a relaxing wedding and allowed us to spend more time with our closest family and friends. We received so many compliments from our guests about how much they enjoyed the entire wedding and how nice the venue is. The Grand Estate is a family run wedding venue and they make you feel like part of their family throughout the entire wedding process. We couldn’t recommend them enough and can guarantee they will make your wedding day so special!
Brittany R
5.0
9/26/2022
My husband and I just got married at The Grand Estate on 9/24/22. Everything about this venue is amazing! The venue itself is gorgeous, all of our guests were raving about how much they loved it. We were able to stay for the entire weekend with our friends and family which made for a stress free set up and tear down process. Most importantly, the staff at the grand estate are the best part of this venue. They make your wedding run flawlessly and handle all day of coordination for you. If anything went wrong, they never made me or my husband aware of any issues. They treated us like family and we could not be more grateful for everything they did to make our wedding day absolutely perfect. We cannot wait to go back and see them again for our anniversary next year. Mel, Jerrica, and Tia are some of the most genuine people we’ve ever met. 100% recommend having your wedding at the grand estate!
Ethan W
5.0
9/13/2022
When my wife and I started looking at venues following our engagement, we immediately fell in love with The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres. We honestly couldn't have imagined getting married anywhere else! The venue is beautiful, the staff is friendly and will drop everything to help you, and their recommended vendors are very reliable. What made the weekend so special was that we could have family and our bridal party stay on site with us from Friday to Sunday, while also giving my wife and I the privacy we wanted after the reception. The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres treats you like family and offers a free anniversary stay, and we can't wait to return and relive those memories again!
Erica G
5.0
9/11/2022
Our wedding at The Grand Estate was magical! From the rehearsal dinner, beautiful rooms, the breakfast, and pool to the gorgeous ceremony location, reception tent, and beautiful locations for photos, this was the perfect wedding venue for us! Thank you so much for helping us live out our fairytale wedding dreams. We can't wait to return someday.
Maddison K
5.0
6/27/2022
6/11/2022: a day that was so memorable in so many different ways. Choosing to have our wedding at the Grand Estate was the absolute best decision we could have made. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, and everything was perfect for our special day. From the beauty of the estate alone to the small touches such as chocolates on each bed, it truly made for a picture-perfect weekend. Jerrica and Tia treated us like family and were the best hosts we could have imagined. The views of the gazebo where the ceremony took place were absolutely breathtaking along with the stunning cocktail hour location around the pool area. The tent and reception area were the perfect space for our 200+ guests. I truly cannot say enough positive things about not only the day of the wedding but our entire weekend at The Grand Estate. I have since had so many people from my wedding reach out and rave about what a fabulous venue it was. I give so many props to Jerrica, Tia, and their family and staff who run it! It by far exceeded any and all expectations that we had!
Brooke W
5.0
5/25/2022
If you’re looking to have a fairytale wedding and one of the best weekends of your life, book here!! We chose to book the whole weekend and we would do it all over again. The venue is absolutely gorgeous with great package options. The staff is very professional and friendly. They went above and beyond to make sure my husband and I, along with family and friends, were taken care of. Not to mention the breakfast they serve you the next day is amazing. I highly recommend this venue to anyone!! Such a great family, thank you!
Samantha S
5.0
5/09/2022
I wish there was an option to go beyond the 5 stars because this venue deserves it!! I just had my wedding on 5-7-22 and I couldn’t have pictured anything better. We had the place rented out all weekend which is the way to go!! All of the staff at the grand estate are absolutely amazing. They all go so above and beyond and get to know you very much well. To the point that we said love you’s when we left! They put that much love into their work. To call you days before your wedding to check up on you. It rained on my day and it wasn’t stressful at all because of them! Truly the best experience
Delaney H
5.0
1/07/2022
This was the very first venue my now husband and I looked at! All other places we looked at afterwards just didn't compare. My husband was hoping for an outdoor wedding, and this all in one venue was 100% perfect. We arrived Friday at noon and didn't leave until Sunday at 10am. Jerrica and her family were so amazing to work with through the entire process and the day of nailed all the details and timing making sure everything went smoothly. Everything about the property is a fairy tale, removed from busy streets and noises. It's tucked away for your own private enchanted experience. Not to mention we got so lucky with the most perfect October day that allowed us to utilize all of the space that The Grand Estate had to offer. One thing that made us all so appreciative is that my grandmother who has a hard time getting around was taken care of the entire day as Jerrica made sure she got to each spot with ease - she was amazing!!! We were able to do everything as planned even in covid times. Could not hype The Grand Estate up enough - this was a dream venue!
Ryan M
5.0
1/01/2022
The Grand Estate was the absolute picture perfect setting for our big day. This venue fell in our lap on a long drive home from the finger lakes where we were looking at another venue that wasn’t quite what we were looking for. When we saw they had availability we got really excited! When we met the team of the grand estate, we got even more excited! Jerrica was absolutely awesome to work with and she made the process easy. She made sure everything went perfectly and the team was on point with everything that day! The venue is stunningly beautiful and the amenities are great especially for those who stay on site. Honestly we were so grateful to have this be our venue and we couldn’t have asked for a better team for our day. Having a wedding here truly makes you a part of their family and it was truly a blessing!
Cory B
5.0
12/04/2021
This is the perfect venue to have a wedding! The entire staff was great to work with and helped make our wedding day a dream come true! It is obvious they know what they're doing because everything about our wedding weekend was flawless! We cannot recommend them enough!
Macaela R
5.0
10/25/2021
I wish I could give this place and the beautiful family that runs it over five stars. From the moment we walk through those estate doors At our initial seeing, to the moment we walked out of those same doors as a married couple, we were given so much love by each and every person at the estate. I had the pleasure of working closely with Jerrica, Who bought every single little detail to life. And who has become a very special person who I will cherish forever! Though it rained on my day, I wouldn’t change a thing, because the workers at the grand estate were quick to give my guests umbrellas, water, and anything they needed to make them feel welcomed.
If you are getting married soon and are looking for a venue, I highly highly recommend this location! The scenery is incredible, and the ceremony locations are endless! The estate Is clean and very well-kept, and will make you feel like royalty for the weekend!
I could thank them every single day for the rest of my life, and it wouldn’t amount to the amount of gratitude I have!!!
Kelly H
5.0
10/06/2021
Omg what a perfect wedding we had at the Grand Estate !!! Absolutely incredible in every way. Gorgeous beyond belief and so organized and efficient. The whole staff made sure that every detail of our day (and weekend) was specially taken care of, and they remembered everything that needed set up and done. We can’t thank them enough and we still cry when we think of how wonderful it was. Such a blast ! Highly recommend !!! 🥰❤️💗💐🌺
LEANNE V
5.0
10/05/2021
This is a family run establishment in the best way possible. The estate is beautiful, but we felt like family.
Jerrica helped us tremendously the week before our wedding with their preferred vendors when we were having a "crisis".
They helped set up and take down everything.
Honestly, we cannot wait to go back for our one year anniversary package or someone else's wedding.
YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!
Jackie N
5.0
10/02/2021
Our day was perfect. The whole family at the estates knew exactly what to do from planning, to the day of and day after! First off let me say that place is gorgeous. We had a lot of jealous couples that wish they would have gotten married there. To the beautiful rooms we got to stay in and our bridal party stayed in, the man cave where the boys got ready and could watch their game, and then the beautiful set up outside where we got married…it was amazing. The tent for the reception was spectacular. I couldn’t have dreamed of a better day. We had nothing to worry about the day of, and that’s the best part. Jerrica and her sister Tia took care of it all. My mother in law had a scooter too and they took care of transferring her from the ceremony to the reception without any problems which was more appreciated than they even realize. Even last minute fixes to dresses, bustling us up, making sure we all had appetizers too so we didn’t starve. The night was perfect and even their uncle got in on it all with a fireworks show that I surprised the wife with. Everyone said it was better than a 4th of July show and I couldn’t agree more. Even the next morning we woke up to a wonderful breakfast and all of our decorations food and booze packed up and ready to go for us. My wife was so grateful to the grand estates that she cried as we left thanking them all. Thank you all again and we cannot wait to spend another night there in the future. I highly recommend this venue.
Jackie and Marissa
Claire L
5.0
9/12/2021
The Grand Estate was a dream location to get married at! We opted to have the estate for the whole weekend and have our bridal party stay there with us. It was so nice not to have to coordinate transportation and making sure a bunch of people were where they needed to be on time. The staff was incredible and super helpful - Jerrica was a godsend, especially on the day of the wedding. I'm convinced she is psychic as she knew exactly when the weather was going to break and stop raining. She kept me calm and collected when there was a slight chance we would have to move the ceremony indoors due to rain. I give her credit for that fact that I felt ZERO stress on our wedding day (which was a huge surprise to me). Everything was visually stunning - I wish we could have utilized more of the outdoor locations for photos, but the weather prevented that. Luckily their indoor areas are just as beautiful as their outdoor ones so our photos are still breathtaking.
Our wedding day was a dream and I give a lot of the credit for that to The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres.
Ann S
5.0
8/29/2021
Our son’s wedding was August 21, 2021 and we are still talking about what a beautiful weekend it was. Our weekend started at noon Friday. We were greeted by staff members who were busy preparing the venue for our big event. They were all friendly, courteous and appeared to enjoy their job. Any question or request we had was quickly answered & taken care of. Jerrica (wedding coordinator) definitely knows her job and was wonderful to work with. She keeps everyone on task, so no detail is missed. The venue itself is beautiful and well maintained. I highly recommend you choose the package that includes the wedding party & parents staying at the beautiful house & chalet. Each room is gorgeous & the chalet is a great place for the groom & his guys to stay. The pool area is absolutely beautiful & both the rehearsal dinner & cocktail hour were held there. As the mother of the groom, I took care of the rehearsal dinner. The staff did a nice job setting it up exactly as I requested. The guests were able to enjoy the pool after dinner. Everything was perfect. The reception tent is breathtaking. Every single detail was beautiful. I highly recommend renting the gold chairs, as they complete the picture. We were getting close to running out of one of our beer options & Tia graciously offered to run to the local beer distributor for us. That allowed us to stay at the reception. She was so kind & thoughtful. Since we stayed there both Friday & Saturday, breakfast was prepared by Tia & “Grandma” each morning. It was delicious & they were accommodating by making a special request for the bride & groom. They could not have been more kind. We all want to go back as it was truly a magical weekend for all. My son & his wife will return for a one night stay celebrating their 1st anniversary.
Calsey H
5.0
8/12/2021
The Grand Estate is a venue like no other. There is a completely different state of mind when getting to celebrate your wedding experience as a relaxing weekend. We were able to enjoy the beautiful estate property in preparation for our big day. The staff is incredibly accommodating and made sure that even with a slight chance of rain we were prepared to have our rehearsal dinner indoor or outdoor as well as our ceremony. We had a chance of sunshine during the time of the ceremony and nobody stressed out the bride about the possibility of rain but luckily we chose to have the ceremony outside and the sun shined through when we were speaking our vows. We knew at that moment that we had the perfect wedding day.
The estate family works so hard to make every event go so smoothly. Everyone who helps there is so kind and accommodating. I enjoyed getting to know Jerrica and Tia throughout the process, they are so sweet and made sure we enjoyed our stay. The chandeliers at this venue are iconic but the reception tent was always my wedding dream! We were even able to bring our antique car to park in the yard because this family has a love for classic cars just like us. It was very special that we could have our family car there with us and the venue even had a garage space available for us to park it in.
We look forward to coming back to the Grand Estate for an anniversary and for a reminder of where we said our vows. We want to genuinely thank the Grand estate family for everything they did for us to give us such a beautiful and memorable wedding experience.
Katelyn S
5.0
5/18/2021
I actually don't even know how to put it into words how amazing this venue is and how incredible the family is that runs it!! My wedding was a fairytale and truly everything I had ever wished and dreamed of. Jerrica, her mom, and her sister continuously checked in on me through out the wedding day and made sure I was at ease. I love this family and I can never thank them enough for being so amazing!
Erica D
5.0
11/25/2020
STOP LOOKING ANYWHERE ELSE AND BOOK WITH GRAND ESTATE! I wish I could give Grand Estate more than 5 stars. WHAT AN AMAZING VENUE AND STAFF! We got engaged in 2018 and our original date was May 30, 2020. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 and the restrictions we postponed our wedding to November. Mid-Summer we found out the state was enforcing more restrictions and our original was going to remain closed. We reached out to Jerrica about a weekend in November and she responded immediately. We toured the venue and FELL IN LOVE! I now truly believe everything happens for a reason because we were meant to have our wedding at Grand Estate. Jerrica was amazing to work with and seriously made my dream wedding come true. Throughout the planning process she was easily reachable and quickly returned emails and/or phone calls. She assisted with every detail including the ceremony set-up and reception layout. We got married on November 7, 2020- it was a perfect day with incredible weather! There was a wedding the night before and Jerrica and her staff quickly worked so hard to turnover the decorations and layout for our wedding. The girls got ready in the bridal suite located in mansion and it was the perfect space! We had such a fun time getting ready in the mansion and had plenty of space. My husband and groomsmen were able to swim in the pool that afternoon and got ready between the pool chalet and the basement (man cave) of the mansion. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and with the weather being so nice our guests were able to enjoy cocktail hour around the pool. Jerrica and her husband assisted the photographers when we were taking pictures and drove us around on golf carts so we could take pictures throughout the property. The property is so beautiful! There are so many great locations for pictures. The reception was absolutely breathtaking. Jerrica took me down about an hour before the ceremony and it seriously brought tears to my eyes. Throughout the reception, Jerrica and Tia would check in and make sure everything was going according to plan. Our bridal party stayed overnight at the mansion and it was so much fun! It was a great way to end our wedding day! The next morning, the staff team cooked everyone breakfast! It was so nice to just sit back, relax, and talk about the wedding with everyone. So many people came up to me during the wedding and after and could not stop raving about the venue. EVERYONE LOVED IT! It was so nice to have everything at one location. I'm so happy we were able to use so much of the property because it truly is so beautiful. I clearly cannot rave about this venue more. I truly wish that day never ended.
Kirsten H
5.0
11/12/2020
I cannot even begin to describe our incredible experience at the Grand Estate. We were supposed to get married at a different venue that was just not going to work with COVID. I reached out to the venue and heard back instantly that they were available on our date! It was a super quick and easy decision this was the place for us. From start to finish not one question went unanswered, not one request was not fulfilled, and all of the curveballs we threw were executed flawlessly. Jerrica, Melanie, Tia, and all of the staff went above and beyond the whole weekend to make us feel confident and truly like family. Everyone was BLOWN away from the rehearsal to departing. I will never be able to thank this group enough for all that they have done for us over the months. We will never forget our day and are so excited to come back to see our new extended family.
Kristin V
5.0
11/02/2020
Five stars is simply not enough! Every single part of my wedding was wonderful and easy and so enjoyable because of this wonderful venue and it's amazing owners and staff. At my first visit I knew this would be the perfect place for my big family. The owners are the most genuine people you'll meet who care so deeply about their couples - not only on their wedding day but throughout their marriage. They instantly felt like family and we are still talking about their warmth and friendliness.
The wedding itself was just flawless. They took care of everything and thought of everything - even asking me how many beautiful fall leaves I'd like to have around the property (a lot, a little, none at all?) that was something I'd never thought of before, but they were all over it! They handled all my vendors without a single issue and all I had to do was get myself ready while I was able to completely trust them to get all the pieces into place. Other little things they did were so memorable too - Jerrica brought my husband and I drinks from the bar to our table after our grand entrance along with a full plates of food from the buffet. They also let us stay in the tent and hang out, just the family, after the reception was all over which was such an awesome time to just sit and reflect together with no pressure of having to get out of the space. The whole weekend was so fun and relaxed and well, perfect.
The house is also so beautiful and we all loved staying there, we honestly didn't want to leave! The breakfasts were delicious, the beds super comfy, and there's plenty of space for everyone to roam around without feeling cramped. It was such a beautiful wedding, fun weekend, and so full of love and I simply cannot recommend this venue enough! Thank you Grand Estate!!!
Jeffrey J
5.0
10/01/2020
What a WONDERFUL wedding weekend we had at The Grand Estate! From the rehearsal and dinner to the ceremony and reception, it was fabulous beyond our expectations. Their attention to details and calm demeanor made everything go so smoothly. The facilities and accommodations exceeded our dreams. We wanted the best memories for our son and new daughter-in-law and that is certainly what we got. Thank you!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 10/05/2020
Thank you so much for the review. We really do appreciate it. Emily and Daniels wedding wa...
s so beautiful. It was definitely a joy to work with you all. - The Grand Estate Team- Melanie, Aaron, Jerrica, and Tia.
Christine L
5.0
9/21/2020
I don’t know where to begin!! We had our daughter’s wedding on 9/13 (a Sunday) and The Grand Estate made it a dream come true for her in the midst of all the Covid chaos. We were so lucky to have found them early after our original venue had to cancel her June wedding due to Covid. The family is so warm and wonderful and the grounds are absolutely beautiful. Jerrica and her staff which is mostly family were so accommodating and literally took care of everything including helping with our set up, drying chairs as it rained all morning, making things just perfect even last minute changes and treated our wedding like it was one of her own family member’s wedding. Her mom helped me bustle my daughter’s dress and I am forever thankful for that! They were respectful of the precautions for Covid ...although we felt such a peace about everything which is just the vibe of this beautiful place. You feel like you are in the middle of a storybook. Honestly toward the end of the night when the lights were all twinkling and the candles were all lit it literally looked like a scene from a fairytale! My daughter said it was more than she could ever have dreamed of. We had soooo sooo many compliments on the beauty of this wedding and the delicious food! We used Hoffstotts and they were unbelievable! The chef Brian was so great to work with and his staff was on top of everything and the food was delicious and hot. We had mostly filet and they were prepared perfectly! We literally got complimented on how superb the wait staff was. The bartenders nailed their signature drinks and were professional and fast so lines were never long to the bars. We were sad to not have been able to have the entire weekend as it was already booked for a Saturday wedding and they offer so much with the guest house, pool area and main house and it would have been nice to spend more time there but at least we had our one day and it was truly magical. It was worth every penny and I would not change a thing! Our daughter and new son in law had the wedding of their dreams and it was The Grand Estate that made it!
Paige Q
5.0
9/15/2020
Can I do 6 stars? The staff went above board to help us when Noah's went out of business...God's hand at work I think because Grand Estate was so much more than Noah's would have been! The Estate is amazing and it was like being at home. The wedding party stayed and had a wonderful weekend that made the wedding day even more special. I can't thank Melanie and her family enough for what they did for my baby girl on her wedding day! It really means so much to have amazing people participate in pulling off a fantastic wedding!!! Thank you again and again!
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 09/15/2020
Hey Paige, We were so glad we could help you guys out. It turned out to be a fabulous day....
After everything you guys have gone through with family, Covid, Noahs. You all deserved to have a great wedding. I am so glad we were able to help make your daughters dreams come true. We are happy you guys have joined the Grand Estate Family. Love, The Grand Estate Team-Melanie, Aaron, Jerrica, Tia
Rita H
5.0
9/13/2020
When your daughter's wedding date is just a little over three weeks away and the venue she booked over a year ago informs you they can no longer honor their contract due the covid restrictions...What do you do.
Well you try to help her implement plan B and when that is failing you quietly go to your room and have a panic attack.
Then later that day by some small miracle an Instagram post is sent your way and her wedding date of 08/22 just became available at GORGEOUS venue. From my initial phone call to The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres to the day of the wedding, the owner Melanie Waddell and her family and staff were AMAZING to work with. Jeerica the Event Coordinator who also happens to be one of Melanie's daughters was with us every step of the way. She and the rest of the staff made sure our daughter and son in law's wedding day was perfect from beginning to end.
Once you schedule your tour, I can guarantee the moment the venue comes into view you will totally agree it truly is a " Grand Estate". From the jaw dropping crystal chandeliers, spiral staircase, beautifully decorated bedrooms and the impeccable grounds you will not be disappointed. If you are looking for a venue that's more than ordinary The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres is for you.
Response from The Grand Estate at Hidden Acres on 09/15/2020
Hey Rita, Thank you so much for the great review. We loved that we were able to help make ...
your daughters dreams come true even through this difficult time. It was truly a fun wedding. I loved watching how happy your daughter was all day. We are blessed to have you guys join our Grand Estate Family.
Love, The Grand Estate Team
Melanie, Aaron, Jerrica, Tia
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