WaConDa Woods & Gardens
About This Vendor
For A Magical, Outdoorsy, Fairytale Retreat
WaConDa Woods & Gardens is a wedding ceremony and reception venue located in Union, NE. This private setting, enveloped by trees and greenery, offers an ideal getaway for those preparing to tie the knot. Away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, this nature-inspired escape would suit those who want to relax and enjoy their milestone in peaceful surroundings. With a beautiful green outdoor ceremony space, an indoor reception barn with charming rustic elements and lights strung above, a stylish bridal suite, and a horse barn, there is a great deal to admire at this charming location.
Amenities + Details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Barn, Farm & Ranch, Estate, Garden, Historic Venue, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Rentals & Equipment, Tents
Awards and Affiliations
Pricing for WaConDa Woods & Gardens
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WaConDa Woods & Gardens Reviews
5 out of 5.0
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Kim, MaKenna, and their team did everything to make our day perfect! They were very prompt with communication and helped us along every step of the way!
The venue itself was perfect for my husband and I. We were looking for a venue that we co...
uld have both our ceremony and reception. It offered beautiful backdrops for all of our pictures. The school house (bridal suite) and the stables (grooms suite) were the cutest places to get ready in. There were so many unique things about this space (fire pit, swings, ability to bring horses on site and so much more), I couldn’t recommend them enough!
Response from the Vendor on 06/09/2022
Oh Paige, we're so glad to hear this and are so happy we were able to help make your dreams come to life. You and Sam had such a beautiful wedding day from the little to details to the fun dance floor, it was nothing short of wonderful. We wish...
you two all the best in your marriage. Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you in the future. - The WaConDa Woods & Gardens Team
My husband and I got married at Waconda Woods last year. The venue is absolutely stunning. We loved the bridal and groom getting ready suites. We had a larger wedding party and there was plenty of room for all of them! The outdoor ceremony loca...
tion was gorgeous. We LOVED having our dance party outside under the lights!! Kim and Makenna were amazing to work with and helped us throughout our planning process. Makenna was SO helpful the days leading up to the wedding and day of. She was willing to do whatever was needed. 10/10 would recommend!! Our wedding could not have been more perfect. :)
The team at WaConDa Woods & Gardens made our wedding planning process a breeze and the day itself was completely stress-free on our end — everything a bride could hope for! They gave us great vendor recommendations and were always super prompt ...
to respond to any questions we had. Perhaps what sets WW&G apart most is they (currently) only take one wedding per weekend, which gave us so much flexibility to set up a day in advance and finish tearing down the next morning, unlike other venues with stricter time limits. Saying our vows under the trees surrounded by loved ones is a memory I'll never forget. WW&G will go the extra mile for you and I can't thank them enough for helping bring our wedding vision to life!
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2022
Kelly, thank you for taking the time to write us such a sweet review! We hope you and Drew are enjoying married life thus far. You truly had such a wonderful day full of a whole lot of love. You thought of every single detail, from your table s...
ettings to your signage, everything was absolutely beautiful. Love sure was prevalent all throughout your day, we sure could feel it. We wish you and Drew the best as you begin married life together.
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The venue is nestled in a gorgeous area with the perfect nature background for photos. Venue amenities were perfect for guests, and the staff at WaConDa Woods & Gardens were extremely helpful every step of the way.
Response from the Vendor on 11/09/2022
Thanks so much, Abigail! We, too, love our backdrop for photos outdoor so we're happy to hear you did too.
WaConDa Woods is absolutely beautiful. It is like a hidden gem, quiet and peaceful.
If you are looking for an outdoor wedding, this is the place! My daughter and son-in-law just got married here. Wow! I will cherish this gem and memories forev...
er. 🤍
There is a charming school house and barn that are perfect for the bride, groom and party to get ready. Makes for the most memorable pictures. This venue, has the ideal set up for a ceremony and reception. The staff are top notch. 🙌🏻 👏🏻
I highly recommend WaConDa Woods and Gardens! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Response from the Vendor on 11/07/2022
Thank you so much, Chris! What a gorgeous October wedding your daughter and son-in-law had. We wish you all nothing but the very best.
Everything met our expectations. Service was impeccable and efficient. Listened to our needs. Gave advice.
Response from the Vendor on 10/27/2022
Thank you, Janelle! What a beautiful wedding your son and daughter-in-law had. It was such an honor to host you all. We wish your family all the best!
Beautiful venue
Response from the Vendor on 10/19/2022
Thanks so much, Zach!
helped coordinate a large wedding at this beautiful venue. The staff went above and beyond! We arrived to the venue and the tables were set with ironed table cloths and chairs around each table. McKenna arrived early to open the facility and...
was faithful to work out all the details throughout set up and the day of the wedding. She was so precious!
It was a beautiful out door wedding, with a fantastic reception in the building. The building ended up being larger than we even anticipated. We were able to fit more tables than we even had originally planned!
It was an incredible experience!
Response from the Vendor on 10/19/2022
Thank you, Caitlin! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. It was a pleasure to work with you!
Beautiful venue! Location was a perfect combination of history and use of modern conveniences to guarantee your event runs smoothly! Kim and Makena are amazing to work with and helped make everything come together flawlessly! Amazing experience...
and memories we will cherish forever.
Response from the Vendor on 07/06/2022
Thank you, Rachel! What an honor it was to host you and your friends/family for your parents 50th anniversary. We're so glad you were able to make those memories!
I photographed a wedding at the WaConDa Woods & Gardens and I was blown away with every aspect of the venue and how the day unfolded! The getting ready suite had plenty of room for the girls to get ready, lots of natural light for photos, and e...
ven the personal touch of chalk art on the wall. As a photographer, I greatly appreciated the variety of options for photo backdrops around their grounds. The barn where the reception was held was elegant and simple- the perfect backdrop to be decorated to suit your wedding vision! The staff was friendly and helpful all through the day as well. Highly recommend, and I hope to shoot there again soon!
Response from the Vendor on 12/20/2021
Thank you, Emma! It was a pleasure working with you. The sneak peek photos were incredible and we can't wait to see the rest. We're so happy to hear you loved the variety of photo backdrops. We hope to work with you again in the near future.
I had the honor or working with the good folks over at WaConDa Woods & Gardens when I filmed a wedding this fall. They were really great people. They went out of their way to make sure both myself and the photographer had everything we needed...
to capture the day.
What an amazing venue. It has some great history and was a beautiful place for a wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 12/02/2021
Thanks so much, Bob! It was a pleasure working with you as well. We can't wait to see their wedding day video, we can only imagine how gorgeous it is. We look forward to hopefully working with you again in the future!
Like my review title says, this place was absolute perfection for what we were looking for! Outdoor ceremony, indoor reception area, rustic feel, getting ready areas on site, decor options if desired, tables and chairs provided, available for o...
ur fall wedding date (November 6), outside of Omaha, available to utilize for rehearsal dinner, allowed our dogs to join, and so much more! We were a bit nervous when we booked as they were still adding the bathrooms and had not had many weddings yet, but I’m so glad we took the leap! Kim and MaKenna were an absolute dream to work with. From day one they ensured that we felt confident in choosing them for our big day. There were a couple of things that were miscommunicated two months before the wedding, but Kim made it her mission to ensure that things were properly taken care of to avoid any further issues! I cannot put into words how highly I recommend this venue - and especially paying the extra money to have them as your day of coordinators. I hate asking for help but they helped us so much with prep, space layout, flow of the day, vendor communication, last minute changes, and being able to RELAX and enjoy our day! I could go on and on about this place. This isn’t a “business”, it’s definitely a family that values putting others first.
Response from the Vendor on 11/30/2021
Hi, Kym! I still can't believe how perfect the weather was for your Nov 6th wedding. Your dogs were absolutely precious. We are so glad they were able to enjoy the big day too. We're so glad to hear you loved working with us, right back at the ...
two of you.
We appreciate your understanding re: requiring that alcohol be catered. We know that wasn't initially what was sold to you so your understanding and graciousness with the policy change meant a lot to us.
Saying that we're a family that values putting others first means so much. We're so happy to hear you felt that way. We wish you two all the love forever and ever!
I’ve attended two events here, and both were great! It’s a beautiful indoor/outdoor space with the perfect rustic environment! Great for weddings, birthday parties, and I even attended a corn hole tournament here! Thank you, Kim for your wonder...
ful hospitality!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you, Taylor! We love to hear you love our rustic environment. We hope to see you again soon.
WaConDa Woods & Gardens is a beautiful venue and perfect setting for any event! The gardens and wooded landscape make for a picture perfect backdrop. The historic schoolhouse and swing were favorites for the kids and adults! The venue building ...
is a great space for any event arrangement!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you, Stephanie! We're in love with our natural picture backdrop too, so we really love hearing that from you. It is always so much fun getting to watch the kiddos and adults swing on the schoolhouse swings. No matter how old you are, swin...
gs will never get old!
I just got married in September and it was such an amazing day. Planning was so easy, setting up everything was done perfectly. Kim and McKenna are amazing to work with, with no hidden fees. My husband and I were never stressed about anything w...
hen it came to the Venue. We had a lot of our guest comment on how amazing the place was. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law are thinking about renewing their vows here.
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you, Shelby! Your September wedding was beautiful. The weather couldn't have been more perfect. We love to hear you were never stressed when it came to us, that makes us incredibly happy as we know wedding planning isn't always easy. Yay,...
we hope we get the honor to host their vow renewal! Wishing you two all the best.
WaConDa Woods & Gardens is the place to be! They have such a beautiful setup out there. Perfect for an outdoor or indoor wedding. The landscape out there is gorgeous! The staff works well with your wants and needs and are so easy to get along w...
ith. I highly recommend this place!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you, Michaela! We love that we're able to accommodate indoor/outdoor options for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Thanks for your kind words!
Waconda Woods and Gardens was the perfect venue for our party! Not only was it beautiful, but the whole team made it so easy to make all of our plans a reality! The ability to have our guests indoor and outdoor during the party was such a gre...
at addition! Kim and her team have so many great vendor recommendations. We used many and they were all top notch.
It made the planning so easy! This location truly is a gem in Southeast Nebraska. We highly recommend Waconda Woods and Gardens!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you so much! We hope you all had a fabulous time here. We're so glad we were able to help make your vision a reality. Our preferred vendors are truly some of the best - we love them too.
Very special place! The venue is beautiful!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thanks so much, Matt!
Beautiful setting!! The venue is just enough rustic while having everything you need. Kim is amazing!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2021
Thank you for your kind words, Teresa! We love to hear you love our setting as much as we do.
WaConDa Woods is a perfect venue for an outdoor wedding with the facilities to make the day comfortable. Kim was amazing to work with; she and her staff took care of countless details without being asked. We'd mention little things we wanted (...
like horses!) and she made it happen without any added stress on us. When the big day arrived, she struck the perfect balance of being present to assist without being overbearing. Everything from the setup to the clean up went smoothly, and we could not imagine a better venue experience!
Response from the Vendor on 09/21/2021
Kelsey and David, thank you for your kind words! We are so happy you loved your wedding day at our venue. It was a gorgeous day and we were honored to be a part of it. The horses were really the perfect touch and the foal - how cute was that?! ...
We wish you two a lifetime full of happiness and adventures.
Much gratitude,
- Kim & MaKenna
WaConDa Woods & Gardens is an absolutely beautiful indoor/outdoor venue. Kim and Zach have put so much thought and effort into renovating this amazing venue from their very photogenic outdoor grounds down to the last little cute details in the ...
bridal suite. I worked with Kim as a live music vendor for their styled shoot/open house. She was so awesome to work with. She was so kind, accommodating, and very responsive. Couples who are looking for a venue with an indoor/outdoor option as well as some unique character and history, I would highly recommend WaConDa Woods & Gardens!
Response from the Vendor on 09/10/2020
Thank you for the kind words, Molly! You are beyond talented and we are excited to hopefully get to collaborate with you again. Any couple is lucky to get to have you perform at their wedding/reception. Thank you, again, for the review!
Best,
...
Kim
If you are looking for for a beautiful, rustic outdoor space for your wedding, WaConDa Woods and Gardens is the perfect place! This venue has such cute charm and puts so much thought into every detail, including a cute little outdoor swing that...
is so fun for photos! As a fellow wedding vendor, Kim has been amazing to work with. She is so attentive and responsive, such an important quality in a venue coordinator. I highly recommend this venue to future couples!
Response from the Vendor on 08/31/2020
Thank you, Kristin, for the kind words! It was an honor to get to work with you and I hope we get to again in the future! YOU are the one who is beyond talented! Thanks, again!
All the best,
Kim
I'm a wedding videographer who collaborated with WaConDa on a styled shoot. The venue and Kim are amazing! As an outside vendor,
If you are looking for a rustic or boho venue with tons of green space, I would highly consider WaConDa!
Response from the Vendor on 08/27/2020
Thank you, Sharonda, for the kind words! It was an honor to get to work with you and your videography skills are second to none! We hope we get the opportunity to work with you again in the near future!
Best,
Kim
Such a beautiful venue! We enjoyed the space so much! It is romantic, secluded and in a perfect woodsy area to have the wedding of your dreams!
Response from the Vendor on 08/27/2020
Thank you for the kind words, Hillary! It was an honor to get to work with you and we hope we get to work with you again in the near future!
Best,
Kim
Such a magical place! You can tell that the owners take such pride in their venue, as it is well cared for and so beautiful. There are endless beautiful locations at WaConDa Woods for your wedding day. Even though we experienced rain, we found ...
the perfect spots with tree coverage to block the rain while we finished up pictures. This venue is definitely worth the drive!
Response from the Vendor on 08/17/2020
Thank you, Kim, for the kind thoughtful words! We were so honored to have you as a part of the ceremony and reception and look forward to working with you again soon!
Zach and Kim really went the extra mile to make sure my daughter had the wedding of her dreams. The grounds are beautiful, and the reception area can be transformed so many ways. The schoolhouse made such a cute place for the bride and her at...
tendants to get ready. Many gorgeous spots for photos, so we’ll have the memories for a lifetime!
Response from the Vendor on 07/23/2020
Thank you, Susan, for the kind review! We enjoyed hosting Emily's wedding and we're so blessed to be a part of her special day!
Thank you, again!
Kim Sherwin
Kim has the skills to help take the stress out of planning your event and creative talent to make sure your event lives up to what you have always dreamed of!
The venue is conveniently located to both Omaha and Lincoln, and gives you plenty...
of options both inside the wonderful buildings or outside surrounded by a nature and greenery.
Most importantly, the beautiful memories made at WaConDa Woods & Gardens will live on forever with you & your guests. We were so blessed that this venue was available for our daughter and new son-in-law's wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 07/09/2020
Hi, Patti!
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad your daughter and son-in-law picked WaConDa Woods & Gardens to have their wedding and it was an honor to host everyone! We're so grateful for your kind words!
Best,
Kim Sherwin
I was recently in a wedding here and could not have had a better experience! Having been married fairly recently myself, I took note of so many special details and thoughtful touches by the owners. They were so flexible and fantastic to work wi...
th throughout the process, and there is a wealth of reception space to fit parties large or small.
The absolute best part about the venue is just the charm in history that can’t be bought. The school house, the stables, the meticulously kept grounds, everything makes for a picture perfect wedding with plenty of places for photo opportunities, private first looks, and picturesque ceremony space.
I would recommend this unique and beautiful venue to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 07/09/2020
Hi, Molly!
Thank you for the kind review! You were the best MOH a bride could ask for and we were so honored to host the big day! Thank you, again, for the thoughtful review!
Best,
Kim Sherwin
I love the scenery of Waconda Woods. All of the trees plus the old schoolhouse make for the most unique pictures. It really is a great place to have any type of gathering!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2020
Hi, Taylor!
Thank you for the kind review! You were such a beautiful bridesmaid and I know Emily loved having you as such a special part of her big day!
Best,
Kim Sherwin
I don’t even know where to begin. I am still gushing over our perfect day. A day that would not have been possible without Zach, Kim, and WaConDa Woods & Gardens team! When I started planning the wedding, the most important piece for me was ...
the pictures and I wanted a place with a gorgeous background. The venue allowed for so many scenes! We took pictures outside where everything was so green and lush. The reception building offered an elegant feel. We also snuck into the stables for a few there and got some on the swing set (these turned out super cute)! Some of our best pictures were at the schoolhouse! This was my favorite part of the venue. We used this as a private prep area for the wedding party. It was nice to have a place to sit and relax before and after the ceremony.
I don’t even know that I could accurately describe all the ways this venue went above and beyond for us. To give some additional background, I was a Corona bride. This put us in uncharted territory. However, the venue was quick to react to the circumstances. They built guards to put over the buffet and had servers available for the food. Plus, the reception building allowed for plenty of room for social distancing. It never would have crossed my mind, but they made so many accommodations to make our guests feel at ease with the ongoing COVID pandemic. We had to make quick decisions and were constantly changing up our plans; however, the venue was beyond flexible and continued to accommodate our changing circumstances.
Our wedding also happened to be on a rainy day. In the morning, we had decided we would set up the ceremony outside, weather permitting, and if not - the venue helped us coordinate a plan to bring the wedding inside. We had already planned to hold the reception in the building, so it was decorated beautifully – lights were hung from the high ceiling and the ambience was amazing. I didn’t have to worry at all. Until I arrived at the venue, I expected everything to be set up inside since it was raining even on our way to the venue. However, with a quick break in the rain, the venue was able to get everything set up in a short amount of time, so we were able to hold the ceremony outdoors. The turnaround time was amazing. Following the ceremony, the wedding party had escaped to the schoolhouse for some celebratory hugs and by the time we had exited, the chairs from the ceremony were already in place inside. It was such an elegant scene!
I wish my words could express how magical this day was. I am so grateful for everything that WaConDa Woods & Gardens provided to make my dreams come true! Thank you to Zach, Kim, and the entire team at WaConDa Woods & Gardens!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2020
Hi Emily!
We were so honored to help you and Kipp from day one! You are so kind and thoughtful and you and Kipp share such a beautiful love. Every part of your wedding from the beginning showed this love story you both share. We were truly hon...
ored to be a part of the beginning of your story and know you both will having nothing short of a lifetime of love and true giggly happiness! Thank you for the kind review and please let me know if you ever need anything!
Best,
Kim Sherwin
We Could not have been happier with this place!! Words won’t do this place justice but I’ll try... Waconda Woods is just so unique and beautiful you simply can’t duplicate a venue like this! It’s out in the country (still a short drive) and was...
so so peaceful it truly gave us our fairytale wedding. The pictures we have because of the antique feel out there are beyond perfect! Our wedding highlight video we have brings tears to my wife every time she watches it because of how perfect it was out here and it makes the video almost like a movie. Obviously planning a wedding especially in times like now are maybe more stressful than ever before because we are in uncharted territory as far as hurdles and problems we had to overcome but Zach and Kim made everything so easy and are so caring and professional that we couldn’t be more grateful for them and this beautiful place! God is good and we were so lucky and blessed to be able to have our wedding here... I believe a sleeping giant in the wedding venue world has been awoken!!! Thank you Zach and Kim along with your family and team for EVERYTHING you ALL did for us!!! ❤️
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2020
Hi, Kipp!
We were honored to host you on your wedding day and you really could feel you and Emily's love throughout the entire day especially during the ceremony! You were an amazing couple to work with from day one. We couldn't be more excite...
d for you both and your future together! Wishing you lots of love and a lifetime of happiness. Please let us know if there's anything we can ever do to help you in the future!
Best,
Kim Sherwin
Contact Info for WaConDa Woods & Gardens
2400 WaConDa Road, Union, NE
Meet the Team
Kim & Zach Sherwin
Owner
Born and raised in Nebraska, Kim & Zach are passionate about helping brides and grooms have the best day possible. As a young child, Zach attended school at the historic school house on the property back in the 80's and his Grandfather used to own the school house which he helped renovate growing up. Zach & Kim, along with their family, have poured a lot of time into making this historic 40 acres the best possible indoor/outdoor wedding venue someone could ask for. With four children and two dogs - there is never a dull moment at the Sherwin household!
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