Upper Shirley Vineyards

Catherine and Bethany were ON TOP OF IT throughout our entire planning process. Catherine is truly a rockstar and is so great at her job. I knew that our wedding would be perfect because it was in her hands. Everything at Upper Shirley was perfect - the FOOD was amazing, we love their wine, and the staff was so great to all of our guests. We are so lucky that Upper Shirley will be a special place to share together and with our families for years to come.

edding because of COVID. I'm so happy we had our wedding here and would definitely recommend it!

you are renting your own tables and chairs and more - USV provided so many items all at the best of quality. Catherine, the events coordinator and Taylo,e the owner were a joy to work with!! They are personable, accommodating, responsive, and so professional. The facilities, staff, and food were all exceptional. I could write a novel on each. But overall, if you are considering USV for your wedding venue I could truly not recommend them enough.

s were from out of town, and we have received sooo many compliments on how beautiful the venue was, how amazing and delicious the food and wine were, etc. This venue is worth every penny and the food is literally to die for!!!!!!!! Catherine was so professional, knowledgeable and excellent to work with from the beginning and made the entire experience; walk through(s), tastings, payments, last minute arrangements, etc. so seamless. She is a true event professional, super organized and on top of everything! The USV staff and service for our wedding was above stellar!!! USV made my wedding absolutely perfect (from arriving, to the amazing bridal suite and grooms den service, to the cocktail hour, dinner, etc.) and I would recommend to anyone and everyone- the experience is truly like none other- 10 STARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ves were completely immaculate. And I love the rain backup plan. It didn't feel like i was sacrificing anything. Catherine and her team are TOP NOTCH! I would recommend this venue to absolutely anyone who wants AMAZING Food, Impeccable service and a Fabulous event!!!

ecommend the beautiful venue, fantastic food & wine, and the entire support staff!

ishes come true! The chef pulled off some of the best food our guests had ever had including a completely custom dessert bar! There are endless possibilities on how to make your wedding your own at the vineyard and there isn’t a single bad view there!

responsive and very professional. Given that we had last minute changes, alterations and revisions, they were accommodating and supportive. The Events Director is amazing. Her attention to detail as well as helpful suggestions brought all the details together in a comprehensive, seamless fashion. My highest commendations for her work and her professionalism. The event was a remarkable success. Our guests continue to compliment us on the setting, the facility and the food. No detail is too small not to be cared for by this dedicated team.

kable was USV. It is an absolutely GORGEOUS venue that was designed with an eye toward weddings. The beautiful white building with the huge front and back porch and the river setting was perfect for what we wanted aesthetically. The interior of the tasting room is pretty/cozy and the reception/dining room is also beautiful and classy as is or to be used as a blank slate to personalize your wedding. The food at the venue is absolutely amazing. We got so many compliments on the passed hors d'oeuvres and the dinner entrees. Usually wedding entrees can be underwhelming the night of the wedding (especially for >200 guests), but every rockfish/chicken/filet entree turned out perfectly. We had SO many compliments on the food, the wine, and the service from the staff. We were busy during cocktail hour with photos and guests, but people told us the passed hors d'oeuvres were never-ending and delicious. Most of all, the staff of USV ensured the night went incredibly smoothly and if there were any issues that popped up, neither my husband nor I were aware. I worked closely with Catherine in the year leading up to the wedding and she was great to work with. Between my mom and me, we sent her countless emails with questions and she always responded promptly with a positive attitude. She was very enthusiastic about our wedding and making sure our needs were being met, and we really appreciate her time, effort, and attention to detail. She was super accommodating. Were we to do our wedding over again, I would not change a thing about the venue. It was picture perfect. Although it's certainly not cheap, we definitely got what we paid for, and then some. No regrets whatsoever, and we are so happy that it's only half an hour away from our home in Richmond so we can visit on anniversaries. Thanks to all the staff at USV and especially Catherine!

. In fact, we booked so far in advance that we were there second contract ever signed. From the very beginning USV was nothing short of magnificent to work with. This place really does it all - food, drink, rentals, ceremony site, multiple rain plans offered, and unlimited options to customize the day to make it yours. The bridal suite was beautiful and the perfect space for me and my 8 bridesmaids (+moms) to spend the morning and the grooms den was a fun space with games, tv, and couches for my husband's groomsmen. Catherine (their director of events) is a dream! She cares so, so much about her couples and about working with you to make your vision come to life. I can honestly say not a single stressor came out of this place and they only relieved any stress we ever felt. We cannot recommend Upper Shirley any higher. Get married here, have dinner here, drink wine here, lay on the lawn here. We're already dreaming of how we could possibly have a 10-year anniversary party here one day!

chitects, what it all came down to was selecting a place that embodied a modern aesthetic with southern charm. When we decided to stay in VA, Upper Shirley Vineyards stole our hearts as soon as we drove down their cotton lined dusty roads. We went for a tour and absolutely loved the venue - but what sold it for us was the wine tasting. Not only is the wine some of the best we've tasted in VA, but Tayloe was extremely hospitable during it as he described his part in designing the vineyard and his passion for making Upper Shirley Vineyards one of the best on the east coast. The vineyard is situated on the James River with long yet wide decks perfect for sipping your favorite glass of wine & relaxing. The building is reminiscent of a modern SC farmhouse (with deck ceilings that are painted blue), mixed with a dash of colonial Virginia making it the perfect winery venue. Our guests still give us compliments from our April 2018 wedding and said USV was one of the most beautiful venues they've ever been to. The excellent wine, delicious food options, breathtaking views, and ease of working with the staff truly made having USV as our venue the highlight of our wedding!

ich fit mine and my husbands upbringing. Everyone was accommodating to our needs and desires to personalize our day! From menu changes, added items and unexpected rain plans our wedding was seamless! We could not have had a better staff or experience!

friends and family were overwhelmed by the vineyards beauty, and the helpfulness and efficiency of the staff. Could not have experienced a better wedding for my daughter and son-in-law! Thank you so much!

Shirley to anyone looking for an almost all-inclusive, elegant, and beautiful place to hold their wedding.

ws, the staff, the service, the food, the wine- it was all more than we could dream of. Despite a large wedding with MANY moving parts, the USV staff made the planning process seamless. They were remarkably accommodating and worked so well with all of our vendors. I mean it when I say there is not a thing I would change about our experience. We are so thankful for USV and the staff that made our night so unforgettable.

making sure my husband and I had everything we needed--and the owner even made sure we had full plates ready for us so we could enjoy the delicious food. The attention to detail and assistance from the entire team made it a seamless day. From getting ready in the bridal suite to taking photos in the vineyards to the beautiful set up and sunset to the delicious food---it was the best night of our lives! We are so grateful to USV for helping make our wedding dreams come true. Our guests could not stop talking about the venue, the flow, the views and the food. I'm so glad Upper Shirley was the place to kick off our marriage. We cannot wait to return year after year and relive our magical night.

eated our NJ. SOUTHERN destination wedding Our guests were blown away by the venue,the service and the food Would highly recommend this venue

relaxing, atmosphere. There is a huge, deep porch in the back, with comfortable chairs and tables, and a gorgeous view of the James River, as well as a fire pit. Our original plan was to socialize on the porch and enjoy corn hole on the lawn prior to dinner. However, it was an evening of heavy rains so corn hole still worked beautifully on the porch, and the guests had more time to soak in the ambiance of the lovely tasting room and enjoy the delicious wines and beer. We heard compliments from several guests during the evening and afterwards, and we know that we could not have experienced a more perfect "special occasion evening" anywhere else. Miranda, the event coordinator, was extremely competent, professional, friendly and very detail oriented. I was impressed with all written and oral communications during the 4 months of planning, and even more confident when I met with her in mid-Feb. Her sweet demeanor and eagerness to please were obvious, and she did follow through in every way to deliver a special evening. Yet, she never seemed bothered by any request or questions. I did speak briefly with the friendly owner, and I hope he realizes what a gem he has in Miranda, as well as the bartender and waitstaff. All are well trained, work harding and seem to have pride in making the Upper Shirley a special place to dine. The food was fresh, delicious and well prepared. I appreciated the buffet variety that was offered for such a large group and my son was very happy with the brisket, cat fish and fried chicken he chose. He was especially excited when he was able to choose his favorite sides, collards, mac and cheese, and Mexican corn salad. The sound system providing background music was appreciated. The only suggestion I would offer management is to procure a portable microphone that would make it easer to share group toasts and remarks in the large tasting room or porch. The Upper Shirley also has a very large banquet room, and upstairs dressing rooms, that would offer yet another option for weddings and large parties- inside or outside. The Upper Shirley may be a bit pricey, but it is worth every penny for the naturally beautiful setting and superb quality of services they provide. This extraordinary venue is excellent in every way, and I applaud the owner for pursuing his vision that has resulted in making the Upper Shirley a unique and exceptional place to enjoy a relaxing lunch, or host a special occasion affair. You'll have no regrets, and Miranda will see that everything is done just perfectly.

zabeth was competitive) but by the end you couldn't have paid me enough to handle the logistics. She was incredible and more than worth it. She recommended a great photographer, music coordinator / band and rental company. She attended every substantive meeting with vendors and was always accessible by email or phone. In several instances, our respective families proved a bit challenging and Elizabeth perfectly handled the situation with tactfulness and ease. Overall, she made our wedding fantastic. We couldn't have been happier and will continue to sing her praises. Thank you!

hat we were being steered in the wrong direction or given options that weren't for us. She's honest in her opinions but would never suggest something just because she thinks it may be the easy way out. I would hire Elizabeth in a heart beat all over again; she brought together all of our thoughts and visions to a real and wonderful event. Elizabeth and her staff are absolutely the best!

execution of the wedding and any necessary follow up after the fact. Of all the wedding-related expenses, The Cordial Cricket carried the most value and proved to be the best design we made along the way!

ath, and proved us wrong a hundred times over. Not only did we get our value from her services, the advice given throughout the planning process, the piece of mind provided day of, and the professionalism was worth it all. While this is your wedding, your big day, Elizabeth treats it as it is her own. She takes pride in making sure you as a bride get to be present in every moment, and not worrying about the details and what maybe going wrong. I would recommend Elizabeth every day to any bride in Charleston - small or large group. When it is all said and done, you will walk away with a new friend that was with you every step of the way in your process.

recommendations. Hiring Elizabeth at The Cordial Cricket was the best decision we made. She is a very sweet, helpful, and determined person who really made our wedding day perfect!!