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Willow Creek Farm & Winery

4.8
(68)best-of-weddings

168 Stevens Street, West Cape May, NJ

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About This Vendor

Private Vineyard Estate at the Seashore.

Located in West Cape May, NJ, Willow Creek Farm & Winery is a romantic venue for weddings and events featuring gardens and stunning vistas. The enchantment begins with the winding road that meanders to the vineyard, bringing couples and their guests to the elegant winery. Once there, the merriment can begin surrounded by plenty of photo opportunities. With two decade’s worth of experience bringing nearly weds' nuptial dreams to life, the team is dedicated to making each wedding a success. Willow Creek Farm & Winery is nestled on a farm of 50 acres brimming with lush grapevines and stunning scenery. Here, they produce high-quality vintages while maintaining sustainable practices. Grapes are grown, transformed into wines, and bottled on location. Due to the farm’s Bordeaux-esque microclimate, they are able to produce high-quality wines on this side of the Atlantic. Besides their home-harvested selection, the winery also offers a visually appealing backdrop that enhances different styles of soirees. At Willow Creek Farm & Winery, the professional staff is able to assist couples in orchestrating many aspects of their big day. Their various packages can be tailored to fit each event, for a bespoke celebration that reflects the pair’s vision. This can include details such as horse-drawn carriage entrances, catering, and accommodation at a partnered hotel. Events may take place in the Grand Tasting Room, which spans 12,000 square feet. At the winery, over 300 guests can celebrate with the couple. The covered porches and outdoor bar, as well as the venue’s tent, are ideal for events held outside in case of inclement weather. Smaller events, such as rehearsal dinners, or engagement parties, showers, and pre-wedding festivities, can also take place here.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Wireless Internet
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
300+
Settings
Ballroom, Barn, Farm & Ranch, Beach, Estate, Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2020 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner

Willow Creek Farm & Winery Reviews

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Reviewed On 8/17/2021 by Katherine W
My husband and I had a perfect summer wedding at Willow Creek (one year delayed due to COVID) and were very happy with the venue. Shannon, the wedding coordinator extraordinaire, was truly amazing and very patient through our rescheduling proce...
ss and into our actual wedding day. Shannon advocated for us and was a fantastic sounding board and giver of sage advice! Willow Creek was the most gorgeous backdrop for our outdoor wedding with lush green vines and winery views. The food was fantastic, the venue was vast and held our 200 guests with ease! We will forever remember our perfect wedding day. Thank you Shannon & Willow Creek!
Reviewed On 3/18/2022 by K R
Shannon Vail Massie is the best! From day one Shannon was very attentive and helpful with the planning for Meghan and Rob's Halloween Wedding at Willow Creek! It was a long process due to COVID cancelling the first date in 2020. Shannon was ...
very professional through the stress of rescheduling. Shannon is very genuine and kind. We could not have had such a beautiful wedding day without her knowledge and experience! The day of the wedding Shannon was there to ensure that every last detail was perfect! The venue was stunning! Truly a magical day for Meghan and Robert! We could not have been happier with the guidance from Shannon and her team! Thank you for being so wonderful, Shannon!
Reviewed On 2/18/2022 by Ally A
I highly recommend booking Willow Creek for your Wedding Day! The location is stunning, it provided our guests a relaxed vineyard atmosphere with a high end, classy feel. Shannon was an absolute joy to work with throughout our planning process....
She was super responsive, detail oriented and very helpful every step of the way! She became a friend of ours during the 18 months we worked together and truly made us feel special. My husband and I are so appreciative of Shannon and all the hard work she put in to ensure our day was perfect! I absolutely recommend booking the Rosè Room to get ready in (my hair stylist says it is by far the nicest bridal suite she has ever seen for a Wedding… and she is right!) Another tip I would recommend is renting one of the cottages and staying on property beforehand. We stayed one year to the day before and it was a great opportunity to explore the beautiful grounds and of course enjoy the delicious food and wine! Thank you Shannon and all the wonderful staff at Willow Creek, we are so grateful!
Reviewed On 1/19/2022 by Sheila B
We had such a wonderful wedding day at Willow Creek! I can’t say enough amazing things about the venue and team that made the day completely unforgettable. The venue itself is stunning. Its such a beautiful backdrop guaranteeing a picture-pe...
rfect day. The staff was equally wonderful. Shannon was great to work with as we planned out every detail. Admittedly, I’m a bit of a control freak and like to have things in order right from the start. Every meeting with Shannon was great and I left it feeling at ease with all that was going on. She handled so much behind the scenes stuff and truly made things run smoothly. When the day finally came, we couldn’t have asked for anything more. Our guests raved about the appetizers during cocktail hour – especially the bacon-wrapped scallops! The bartenders kept up our guests who definitely kept them busy. Beth was one of our guests’ favorite bartenders throughout the night. She was fun and kept everyone happy and laughing as she served them. I highly recommend using the bridal suite on-site to get ready. It makes everything so easy when it comes time for pictures on-site. Speaking of pictures… ours are so beautiful with the stunning winery backdrop. Overall, it was a truly magical day for us!
Reviewed On 12/10/2021 by Ian M
My wife and I had an amazing wedding at Willow Creek! Anisa was a great partner throughout the entire process helping us iron out all the details and advising us on the best decisions to make to ensure our wedding was a success. All our guest...
s commented on how much fun they had and how beautiful the space was. Our wedding was early November and Willow Creek was just as beautiful as ever - so don't be afraid of booking them for a later date. The food was amazing (possibly the best wedding food overall we've ever had) and all the preferred vendors that Willow Creek recommended were great to work with. Planning a wedding is stressful, but honestly, Willow Creek made it a lot less so, which we really appreciated!
Reviewed On 12/08/2021 by Nora T
I 100% recommend booking Willow Creek for your wedding! My husband and I held our wedding reception at Willow Creek on 10/23/21 after planning our wedding since March 2020. We worked closely with Anisa on the events team throughout the entire p...
rocess. Anisa was super quick to respond to our emails and helped make sure we were on track with all the details needed through consistent check ins and coordination with our wedding planner and team of vendors. We relied on her recommendations and guidance throughout the process and truly loved working with and getting to know her! Our wedding reception was absolutely gorgeous and everything went so smoothly. Our families and friends raved about the fabulous and picturesque cocktail hour on the patio, the amazing bartenders, servers & food during the reception, and the overall beauty of the property itself. Anisa was so sweet and checked in on me and my husband throughout the night - she even saved us a plate of appetizers at our seats & took our entrees back to the kitchen to make sure they stayed warm while we were mingling during dinner. This allowed us to really get to take a moment to ourselves and enjoy our first meal as husband and wife when we were ready, which is uncommon for the bride & groom! Willow Creek is truly the perfect wedding venue and a hidden gem in Cape May that will wow your guests, and their dedicated events team will support you throughout the way to make sure your vision comes to life and your wedding goes off without a hitch!
Reviewed On 12/06/2021 by Victoria M
Shannon and the Willow Creek Team helped my husband and I plan the wedding of our dreams in less than three months. They were incredibly flexible with any changes and made us feel at ease during our planning process. Shannon ensured our big day...
went so smooth and that our guests were all enjoying themselves. We cannot thank Willow Creek enough for making our big day one our family will never forget!
Reviewed On 12/03/2021 by Jeanine C
I am happy to share that we had a 5/5 star wedding at the Willow Creek Winery this summer!! The day was a bit dreary but the bride and groom and the winery sparkled from the first cocktail to the last goodbye! Even though the winery ran a typic...
al retail day prior to our event, they were completely buttoned up and ready for our guests. The the grounds, the outdoor cocktail area and the reception area were stunning. They worked seamlessly with our vendors to get the decor in order. The food wound up exceeding our expectations and received great reviews from our guests. We did bring in a separate vendor for a raw bar which was a hit. The service staff was attentive and on top of all aspects of the event. The bars ran very smoothly. The planning process with the winery was fairly smooth, considering a reschedule due to COVID. There were some bumps along the way that seemed kind of silly/petty, but the Wedding Coordinator, Shannon, was in our corner helping us achieve our ultimate goals. She was fantastic and made sure that we wound up with the amazing event beyond what the bride and groom envisioned. Loved every minute of the party. Thank you, Shannon and Staff!
Reviewed On 12/03/2021 by Becky F
We are so happy we chose Willow Creek as our wedding venue! We had the most beautiful early October wedding and the whole event truly couldn't have been more perfect. The evening had an elegant and romantic yet laid back vibe which is exactly w...
hat we were hoping for. Anisa was amazing as our venue coordinator and so much fun to work with leading up to and on the wedding day. Thank you for helping us pull off our dream wedding and create memories we will treasure for years to come :)
Reviewed On 12/02/2021 by Meredith W
Shannon was absolutely amazing to work with!! She was super helpful and very responsive. She also made some great suggestions that we would have never thought of. Everyone raved about how good the food was too! Overall the venue was amazing and...
I would highly recommend it!
Reviewed On 9/28/2021 by Nancy P
OMG!!!! I can not say enough wonderful things about Willow Creek Farm & Winery. It was our daughter's dream to get married in Cape May as it holds a dear place in our hearts. My parents owned a B&B there in the 90's and we have continued to vac...
ation there ever since. We discovered WCW about 5 years ago and fell in love with it. When AnnaLisa got engaged to Amir our 1st stop was WCW! Shannon was Phenomenal from the 1st second we met her. We just knew that this was the place for their wedding. Shannon and the event staff went above and beyond the entire way to bring their wedding vision to life. From the 1st tour and countless calls and emails straight through the event to even the next day. All of the guests were absolutely blow away by the food and the venue! We had a blended wedding Italian-Persian, Shannon and the team were very accommodating! It was just perfect!!! We also need to give a special shout out to our girl Patricia! Thank you!!Thank you!! Thank you!! My only regret is it went by too fast!!! I want to rewind and do it all over again!!!
Reviewed On 8/10/2021 by Joseph W
I have to give the Willow Creek Winery 10 Stars. If you are looking for a beautiful setting for a wedding reception this is the place. Everything was amazing from the venue tour right up to the wedding day. Shannon, in the Special Events Depar...
tment, is an amazing person who really went above and beyond to make our daughters wedding day such a memorable event. Our guest continued to rave about the Willow Creek Winery and how beautiful the location was. We honestly could not have picked a better wedding venue for our daughter’s special day. A special thanks to the staff at Willow Creek Winery for making it such a magical day. They rocked it.
Reviewed On 7/18/2021 by Maddy F
We got married at Willow Creek in June of 2021 and we could not be happier with our decision to have our wedding here. We choose Willow Creek for the beautiful acres of vineyards and the impressive venue which hosts gorgeous hanging chandeliers...
. We were even more impressed when we went for our trial food tasting, the food is outstanding. For a couple not from the area (about 3 hours away) planning could have been a challenge. We were lucky to work with the wonderful coordinator, Shannon who assisted us with every detail from wine selection choices to creating an itinerary of all the important moments of the day. She is truly an expert and amazing at what she does. The day really does go by incredibly fast but my husband and I had a blast from the beautiful cocktail hour outside overlooking the vineyard to our kind appointed bartender always making sure we had a drink in hand. We are thrilled with our decision and will forever love our Willow Creek crew!
Reviewed On 2/25/2021 by Andrea F
When the shutdown hit in March, our wedding was 2 months away (May 16th) and needless to say we were devastated that our one special day was up in the air. I checked in with the amazing events coordinator (Shannon) when I was feeling overwhelme...
d, but understood this was new for them like the rest of us! When the time was right, they worked with us to pick a new date...again with so much unknown and so much out of their control (the governor makes the decisions, not the venue), we had to roll with it month by month and week by week! Was it the wedding we envisioned at Willow Creek? Absolutely not. But was it the most perfect day surrounded by our family and friends? Absolutely! Everything was moved outside for the safety of our guests and given the location it was beautiful with or without one extra piece of decor! Our guests said it was the most “normal” day of 2020...thank you to the Willow Creek staff for all they did to make our special day happen despite the many curveballs thrown at us! 💕
Reviewed On 2/05/2021 by kathryn m
My husband and I held a pandemic wedding at Willow Creek Winery, and overall, we had a positive experience. Though there were some hiccups in communication during the planning process, we had a dream-like wedding day, so all of our worries trul...
y washed away. We feel so fortunate that Willow Creek worked with us to make our October 2020 wedding happen safely ... and boy was it beautiful and a lot of fun! We cannot wait to return and relive our wedding day with some delicious food & wine ... it will forever be a special place to us.
Reviewed On 1/04/2021 by Josh P
I am writing this review because of the disrespect we were shown and have still been receiving from Willow Creek. My wife wrote a review on here which you can view below and the response from Willow creek. If you would like to fact check this w...
ith Willow Creek’s response to my wife I encourage you to do so as it reinforces some of my points. It is very telling how upset they are due to her review, as the continued blame of what we’ve done to them or how they did so much for us (sarcasm) continues. I could write a lengthy review about how they’ve blamed me for going into a fit of rage because of their mistakes or that they’ve said how awful our guests were and how awful our wedding was to deal with. They continue to try and say how we’ve angrily contacted them, rightfully so may I add. I could even talk about how their unprofessional and inappropriate bartender had to be removed from our by our wedding coordinator because of inappropriate comments towards female guests, as well as rude behavior towards my best-man and his father, which they told us never happened. They’ve even tried to blame us for situations regarding the bridal suit but forgot to mention my father-in-law went the next day by himself to clean the area. I could also talk about how while all 145 guests were at the venue they falsely claimed to the public over social media to be closed because they were deep cleaning. I could even say they used our wedding video as marketing on their social media while never attributing it to us. What I will do is give a forewarning to the next couple that hopefully if you deal with them you’re wedding goes smoothly. If it does not, anything that goes wrong will be your fault they will never admit one thing they could’ve done different and any an every issue will be more money out of your pocket. Please refer to their response as a prime example of continuing to blame someone else. As we stated I am local, I grew up two miles away picked pumpkins in the fields next door during the fall, rode my bike through those backroads. Take it from someone from around there who knows how welcoming and helpful most people in South Jersey are, they are not. They are out for your money plain and simple. Refer to their response to just reinforce my point, they are not about your service. They do not care about you or your wedding. They, specifically the owner cares only about lining her own pockets with your money and feeling as if she’s the Queen of England. They may respond with the same response as they did to my wife and that’s okay the people from South Jersey and the service businesses know who they are. Don’t just take my word for it, just ask around, any wedding vendor/venue in the area will say what Willow Creek is like to work with. Hopefully regardless of their response which will most likely include attacking my character, dramatizing scenarios to make my family and I look despicable, continued denial of the above referenced situations or their conscious effort to save face for a dollar rather than have respect for you and your wedding party, this will give you insight into what you may have to deal, and I pray they do not put you through what they put my wife, her family, my family and myself through, thank you.
Response from the Vendor on 01/07/2021
Josh, We realize that one’s wedding day is an incredibly important day in a person’s life with many strong emotions attached to it. However, we feel that the anger and disappointment you are expressing in this review were not warranted by the ...
services you received but instead are the unfortunate byproduct of uncontrollable circumstances. As a young couple planning an extravagant wedding, we know that you were under a tremendous amount of stress, and the curveballs thrown by the COVID-19 pandemic only caused further frustrations. We pride ourselves in providing excellent service and have always relied on our many years of experience as a major part of our appeal. We’re used to having all the answers for virtually any question a couple could ask. Unfortunately, navigating COVID-19 was an entirely new experience for us, and although we tried our best to be a reassuring presence during these difficult times, we didn’t always immediately have answers for every question and concern related to it. Sadly, some plans had to change to ensure the safety and wellbeing of you, your guests, and our staff. We know you were disappointed that adjustments to your dream wedding needed to be made in name of social responsibility. In retrospect, we don’t believe that there were any reasonable options available to us that would have made you look back on your experience more favorably. However, we were able to learn and grow from this experience, and are sympathetic to the distress you felt. We also have emerged from the experience better prepared to assist our current couples who are still navigating these difficult times and our future couples who may face their own unexpected situations. Although it’s clear from your hurtful words that you carry a tremendous amount of personal animus in your heart, we hope that you can one day look back on your wedding day fondly. A review of your fabulous wedding video shows just how lovely the evening was and how much your guests enjoyed themselves. In spite of global uncertainty and difficult times for many, your wedding was beautiful and blessed with the most glorious weather that an August evening at the Jersey shore could provide, and your guests were able to eat, drink, and be merry as they celebrated the love between you and your bride.
Reviewed On 12/18/2020 by Kendra P
My husband and I got married here in August 2020. I will start off by giving them one positive. The venue itself is beautiful and will be a great backdrop for photos. We decided in November 2019 to get married here. We were paired with a young ...
wedding coordinator. She was wonderful and very timely and on top of communication. She then left the job at Willow Creek. We were then given to a different coordinator. We were blown off many times from the start and would go weeks with out an answer to emails or calls. At this time we were already signed in with contracts so we met with the owner to see how we could make this work. After the meeting we were still left with very little communication. I took it upon myself to hire my own outside coordinator and it was the best decision I could have made. She was the only reason our wedding day went somewhat smoothly. When Covid came into the picture in March we reached out to see how we could modify and make our wedding day happen and not post pone for a whole year. I was ok with doing an outside reception as long as the details were planned out. We met with the owner and Willow Creek coordinator and they assured our families over and over that we could have an inside reception with open air, windows, and doors. They kept up this charade until the day of my wedding!! I was informed during my hair and makeup from my own outside vendor that Willow Creek was setting up our reception outside. They did not have the decency to even tell me that there was this major change hours before the wedding. Our families and wedding party were treated horribly. The day was filled with many many lies, hiding, and pointing fingers. I found out after our wedding day that many of our guests were treated rudely by Willow Creek staff. It has now been over 4 months since the wedding. We have made many attempts through phone call, email, and certified mail to meet and go through the events of the day. We have not even received a response from the owner. I would not recommend this wedding venue to anyone. It will be a headache the entire planning process and you will end up doing the work by yourself. Our families are all local to Cape May and I would love for this to be a sentimental place to celebrate anniversaries or other life events but I can assure you that we will not return.
Response from the Vendor on 12/21/2020
Kendra, Thank you for taking the time to submit a review of our venue. While we're glad that you acknowledge the beauty of our property and the tremendous amount of time, labor, and passion that goes into maintaining it, we're saddened by the...
negative aspects of your review. Notably, your review contains a significant amount of misinformation, which we would respectfully like to correct. First, we would like to address your dissatisfaction over the perceived lack of wedding coordination. While our venue includes an event manager and two one-hour meetings for each event hosted at our farm, you opted not to contract for any of our additional in-house wedding coordination or planning services. We actively encourage couples who are not using our in-house services to consider independent wedding planners as we strongly believe that they can provide an additional layer of hands-on service that most couples desire when planning their dream wedding. From locating vendors to managing the most minute details of your special day, a skilled wedding planner is an incredible asset that every couple looking to host an extravagant wedding should consider. We also think that your negative comments regarding communication require some clarification. As you are aware, every time you reached out to your event manager, you received a response within 72 hours. However, sometime in mid-May 2020, your parents claimed that they were unable to contact the event manager despite making several attempts. As you are aware, the reason your parents were unable to reach the event manager was because instead of emailing her at the company email address you had been provided, your parents were sending emails to non-existent or outdated personal email addresses that have not been in use for several years. We are still unsure how they obtained these email addresses as we do not publish our employees' personal contact information. After realizing what had occurred and in the interest of helping to make communication easier, the owner agreed to meet with you and your family several times to reassure you that the emails had not been intentionally ignored and we were fully onboard to produce a beautiful wedding. To further assure you and your family, we also offered several upgrades and significant discounts as a showing of good faith and understanding of how frustrating it was to be planning a dream wedding in the midst of a pandemic. You did receive an absolutely stunning wedding and were a beautiful bride. The event was so lovely, in fact, that your wedding video has been featured as a prime example of what our venue can produce. However, we absolutely can understand why the setup changes necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic caused you distress. Your wedding was originally scheduled to be roughly half indoors and half outdoors; however, in the months leading up to the wedding, several government orders were issued in response to the pandemic. Unfortunately, large portions of the orders were vague and lacked guidance on how they should be interpreted. To compensate for this lack of guidance, we proactively contacted lawyers, assemblymen, state senators, and other politicians on both a local and state level for advice on how the orders would affect yours and other weddings. Overwhelmingly, all of these contacts expressed that in their professional opinions, we could produce a partially indoor event in compliance with state law. We intended to move forward in reliance on these opinions. However, all of the hard work and proactive efforts were defeated when our receptionist received a call from a sergeant in the local police department stating that a complaint about your wedding had been made and that officers would be dispatched in response to any complaints of the wedding moving indoors. Immediately after receiving this determination, the event manager informed your father of the situation. It had been agreed in advance that your father would act as the point of contact on the wedding day, so that you and your husband would not need to be disturbed. Your father was informed that the event would need to be entirely outside, and in less than an hour, we were able to call in additional staff to install two tents that would provide coverage for your outdoor dining. This was understandably incredibly stressful for everyone involved, and no bride ever wants to hear that there must be a change of plans on her wedding day. Unfortunately, this was out of any of our hands, and we attempted to handle the sudden change as quickly and professionally as possible. Again, we appreciate your time in writing this review and understand that the unnecessary stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic contributed significantly to your feelings, but we are saddened at the lack of appreciation for the time and effort that went into producing such a lovely wedding under these circumstances. We and our staff were always transparent with you and in constant communication over the last two months leading up to the wedding. We also pride ourselves on producing truly beautiful events and providing excellent service. We still do not understand where your frustration began, but we apologize for any possible inconveniences on our end that overshadowed your memory of such a special day.
Reviewed On 7/03/2020 by Courtney K
We absolutely LOVED our experience with Willow Creek Winery. We had a winter wedding there and it was beyond perfect. Shannon and the staff were so accommodating, kind, and went beyond the call of duty to deliver us the perfect winter wedding....
Additionally, our guests loved every minute of the wedding and the wine was superb! Our guests enjoyed Cape May and the winery so much that many of them already booked vacations to Cape May, so they could go back to the winery. We highly recommend a winter wedding at Willow Creek Winery and definitely ask for Shannon.
Reviewed On 10/30/2019 by Maribeth S
We absolutely LOVED our experience with Willow Creek. Sarah was such a joy to work with - knowledgeable, punctual, organized, and beyond personable!! She helped keep our planning organized, our wedding day on track, and our minds at ease throug...
hout the entire process. We truly felt like VIPs every time we entered the winery before the wedding for meetings or just to visit and say hi. Absolutely recommend this GORGEOUS venue for ceremony as well as reception as the venue and it’s staff went above and beyond in all aspects to make our day special and to keep our vision at the center of it all!
Reviewed On 10/24/2019 by Julie B
We had a wonderful wedding day at Willow Creek. The beauty of the venue speaks for itself. The vineyard is immaculately maintained and it looked perfect during our early summer wedding. Despite some challenges early on with an event planner, (t...
hat left the company mid-way through our planning process) everything went smoothly once we started working with Shannon and Sarah. They were incredibly flexible, responsive, helpful and honest with us and made the process as stress free as possible. Our day was perfect, and our friends and family continue to talk about how beautiful and unique the venue was. Can’t wait to go back to celebrate our anniversary at Willow Creek for years to come! :)
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Lauren S
My sister and her husband were married here in May 2019, and I cannot express how amazing it was from start to finish. Shannon Vail was the MOST accommodating coordinator, and helped my sister and I have a stress free Wedding day and an all a...
round GREAT, no, AMAZING time celebrating with family and friends. I would absolutely recommend this venue for anyone looking for an event that is perfectly catered to their wants/needs. A+! Love Willow Creek!
Reviewed On 10/17/2019 by Anna G
Willow Creek Winery was the perfect venue for our wedding reception. It is beautifully rustic and glamorous all at the same time. During our first visit to the winery we knew right away this is where we wanted to have our wedding reception. Our...
wedding day at Willow Creek exceeded all of our expectations. During our whole planning process Shannon and Sarah were so helpful and made sure that we were ready to go on our big day! They both made us feel totally at ease, and we didn't have to worry about anything on the day of the wedding, because we were confident they would handle it! All of our guests still rave about Willow Creek, from the cocktail hour outside to the beautiful rustic vibes inside, and all of the delicious wine and food. Everything was truly perfect.
Reviewed On 10/17/2019 by Ryanne M
Willow Creek Winery MADE our wedding day! Our wedding reception went off without a hitch because of the very thoughtful event planners, Shannon and Sarah. The cocktail hour was outdoors thankfully we had gorgeous weather along with a scenic bac...
kdrop of the vines with the sun setting. The dinner entrees were perfect and the staff that served at the bar and during dinner was spectacular. Word of advice: Use their liquor vendor so you don’t have another thing to worry about. I wish we did. My husband and I try to visit the winery whenever we’re in Cape May. Willow Creek Winery will always have a special place in our hearts!
Reviewed On 10/16/2019 by Jamie S
Beautiful venue with an outstanding staff. They made sure my sisters wedding was perfect in every way.
Reviewed On 10/16/2019 by Ryan M
Shannon and the rest of the staff at Willow Creek made my wedding day perfect! I am a very hands-on person and they answered all of my questions, made suggestions, and offered a list of preferred vendors (DJ, photographer, tent rental). I am s...
o glad we chose to have our wedding at Willow Creek! The GIGANTIC dance floor was perfect for my ballroom dancing soul and the room is so elegant on its own that you don't need to go crazy with extra decor! Simple, beautiful, professional staff! Food was extraordinary! Yes, book your wedding for Willow Creek! (And spring for the sangria bar, too! Totally yummy.)
Reviewed On 10/14/2019 by Christine W
Willow Creek Winery was the most beautiful and picturesque wedding venue that we could've imagined for our wedding day! We had been coming to their vineyard for years to enjoy their wine, so it was a natural first choice because we were familia...
r with the property. Shannon and her team of event planners were fantastic! They truly cared about the details of our special day and they went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. Willow Creek is a venue that gives you the opportunity to DIY and really make your wedding day unique to your specific vision. The time we spent with the event team leading up to our day was great, but the best part of our planning experience was our wedding day itself. It was perfect, seamless, dream-like, and we had no complaints the entire day. We can't praise Shannon's team enough! They were professional, organized, and overly friendly towards our guests. They truly accommodated everyone we invited. We hosted our ceremony on the front lawn in front of the estate and it was a fantastic set up. Our pictures turned out amazing! The reception space is naturally gorgeous with their updated decor and hardwood floors, classic chandeliers, and warming fireplace. There was very little that we even needed to do to this space to make it dressed up for a wedding reception. Willow Creek provided the tables, table cloths, gold chairs, couches, and several other enhancements to make this a beautiful space to entertain. They advised us throughout the entire wedding process and coordinated with our vendors to make sure there wasn't any added stress or worry leading up to our wedding day. Willow Creek is the perfect venue to celebrate your most important day! We love the staff, farm, vineyard, and venue so much and it will forever hold a special place in our hearts!
Reviewed On 10/14/2019 by Torie and Alyssa H
Our wedding at Willow Creek was absolutely amazing from start to finish! We were nervous when choosing a venue because we had invited over 400 people and we weren't sure who would be able to fit a wedding of our size. When the finally tally cam...
e in at 315 people, Sarah and Shannon helped us come up with a layout that worked perfectly for our wedding!! We used the main estate for the ceremony and the backdrop of the estate and the vines (which did have leaves in May!!) was absolutely stunning. The bartenders were so friendly and quick to get out drinks. We know it's hard when the first wave of people come to the bar, but cocktail hour went smoothly and the drinks were served quickly, food was passed around and the night began without hesitation. The meals we chose were Filet, Crab Cakes, or Vegan dishes and everyone we talked to the next day said they were extremely tasty! Sarah and Shannon even made sure that we ate (as a lot of people lose track while talking to everyone!) One of the best things we did before the reception was to take a few minutes to ourselves to see the room before the guests entered. We did our dance privately at this time, and without a lot of people in the room, it was awesome to see how beautifully set up it was. As I mentioned earlier, our biggest concern was wondering if the room would feel tight with the amount of tables we had, but it was PERFECT. Sarah and Shannon helped us tremendously throughout the entire process. They completely understood our vision, and they executed it perfectly. They were quick to answer e-mails and texts, and always met with us whenever we felt the need to come down and go over more details. We had the most memorable and amazing experience for our wedding. Willow Creek is the perfect mixture of is rustic Napa met Tuscany. We would recommend Willow Creek to anyone we know as a 10/10!! If you plan you're wedding there, just know you're in great hands!!Thank you for everything! Torie and Alyssa
Reviewed On 10/10/2019 by Rosemary G
Spectacular!!!!!! Fantastic!!!!!Delicious!!!!! As mother of the Bride I can not say enough great things about Willow Creek Winery. The venue is so beautiful, you feel as if your in a movie.The food was so delicious, the salmon and tenderloin we...
re cooked to perfection and the accompaniments were wonderful. Shannon, Sara and all the staff were just the best ever!!!!! A complete pleasure to work with.Our entire family would HIGHLY recommend Willow Creek Winery and we look forward to going there often to enjoy the surroundings, the wine and our treasured memories of the “Best Day Ever”for our daughter her new husband and all our family and friends.
Reviewed On 10/10/2019 by Amy B
Willow Creek Farm & Winery will wow you with their incredible views and beautifully manicured grounds, but that's just the beginning. The events team will make you feel taken care of from day one. Shannon and her team provide incredible service...
from the time you book through all of your planning meetings - and have a real knack for ensuring you have a solution for every one of your needs - big or small. And the day of? Sit back and relax. The show runs itself - I didn't have to ask a single question nor did any issues arise. They are like a well-oiled machine. Willow Creek provides an absolutely gorgeous setting for you and your guests, and their staff straight-up delivers best-in-class service, period.
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Nina R
Willow Creek exceeded our expectations entirely for our wedding day! From the food, to the fully private location to the hands on attentiveness of Ariella and her team - we are still dreaming about it, and hearing amazing things from all of ou...
r guests! If you want to have a Cape May wedding and skip the typical beach-theme, Willow Creek is your go-to. We cannot wait to visit regularly and relive the best day of our lives!
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Jane G
Had our wedding at Willow Creek last September. It was such a beautiful experience. Ariella and her team were amazing. On top of everything to make sure things ran smoothly and made sure my husband and I had a chance to eat. She definitely look...
ed out for us and made sure our wedding was unforgettable. Wish we could go back and do it all over again. But will continue to visit annually for our anniversary. We are so happy to be part of the Willow Creek wedding family!
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Erica A
It has been over a year since we got married and we still can't believe how wonderful our wedding was at Willow Creek! Not only is this the picture perfect venue for a winery wedding, Ariella and her team made every one of our visions a reality...
for our special day. The time and effort that this team put into helping us plan our wedding day was clearly shown by how perfectly smooth everything occurred throughout the entire day. We highly recommend this venue and their staff for anyone who wants the best wedding ever!
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Crystal H
I have worked with Ariella at Willow Creek Winery numerous times over the last few years! It is always a pleasure to do weddings at Willow Creek Winery. Their staff is very accommodating and helpful. They go above and betond to make sure tha...
t the day is PERFECT in every way. Ariella is helpful and attentive throughout the entire process. Give Ariella at Willow Creek Winery a call if you want a PERFECT wedding at the most BEAUTIFUL location!
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Kaitlyn M
Willow Creek was the most beautiful backdrop for the most perfect day! We were so so pleased with how well Willow Creek transformed our vision into reality! Ariella, Sarah and the entire staff were so accommodating and truly went out of their ...
way to ensure our happiness and the happiness of our guests! We love everything about it there, and wish we could do it over at Willow creek!
Reviewed On 10/27/2018 by Cara G
My husband and I got married at Willow Creek in December of 2017. As soon as we walked into the venue, we knew it was exactly where we wanted to have our special day. Ariella, the event coordinator, and the other staff were extremely helpful, o...
rganized, resourceful, and knowledgeable. We met 4-5 times before the big day to get organized and every meeting was useful and productive. On the day of our wedding, we didn’t worry about a thing because we knew Ariella had everything under control. The food and wine were delicious, the venue was beautiful, and the space was perfect. The staff at Willow Creek made our wedding day everything we dreamed it would be and more.
Reviewed On 10/16/2018 by Sandra S
Our daughter's wedding was held at Willow Creek Winery and our experience was extremely disappointing. *The grape vines, patio bar, firepit and chandeliers are lovely. The menus options are extensive. *The planning process was inefficient and w...
e were left with questions after meetings. Their Event Director (ED) wasn't prepared for meetings. She sat in front of her laptop and waited for us to ask questions. *Despite paying $3500 for a 30" early start, the cocktail party started 10 minutes late since they were not ready for us. *They agreed to set up rented Champagne glasses on the coasters we bought. When we questioned the plain wine glasses there the ED we didn't pay them to use the Champagne glasses. Petty. *The day before, our planner asked them to clean the fireplace, which was covered in dust/ debris. When our florist came to set up it was still filthy. The floors had food and debris from the night before. Our planner asked them to sweep up and was met with scowls. The squashed pastry by the cake table they blamed on our baker was there before he arrived. *They were inefficient at getting the people into the event and didn't point guests to their seats. Team members just stood around, including the ED. Our planners had to do most of this. It took forever to get the meals out. They waited until all toasts and blessing were done to get the entrée orders. They were supposed to serve the head tables with drinks but didn't. My filet was overcooked/dry. WC said the steaks would be larger than the ones at the tasting. They were smaller. The groom said his was like eating roast beef. Embarrassing. When I complained about dinner service, the ED blamed it on the cocktail party, which was their fault. No ownership of anything. Guests gave the food mixed reviews. Everyone liked the appetizers. The meals, especially the filets, were inconsistent with some getting larger, nicely done steaks, and others much smaller. *At planning, we asked them to serve the vendors when they served guests so that the band and the photographers could get back out there. They agreed but at the event, they refused. This delayed the band getting back in and the energy in the room dropped. They left dirty plates on tables an hour after dinner service. *We made thank you hang tags for the wine bottle favors. Our planner offered to set them up several times. WC said they would do it. It wasn't done at 9:30 when some of our older guests were leaving. They had to leave without a favor. *During the event there were servers and team members standing around. In the photos from the photo booth we were surprised to see pictures of the WC staff. They didn't have the time to run our event professionally, but had the time to play around. Our planner overheard the ED say to one of her staff, 'Let's get this thing over with'. Our daughter's wedding was an inconvenience and they weren't committed to make it a success. *We had a sparkler send-off at 10:30 PM, but we had the winery until 11 PM. We didn't want them to clear things, as guests had full drinks they expected to be there when they went back in. They also closed down the bar early, despite the fact they started our event late. When confronted the ED said, 'I didn't close the bar.' The lights were out and the bartenders gone. They shorted us at the beginning and the end. We did contact the venue owner and they agreed to check into our complaints and get back to us. 3 weeks later, we have not heard back. Stay away.
Reviewed On 10/05/2018 by Allison B
From start to finish our entire wedding planning and event experience with Willow Creek was amazing! Ariella worked with us every step of the way to answer any questions I had in the process in a timely manner and facilitated productive check i...
n meetings that made it easy for us to deliver the information they needed to hold a unforgettable ceremony and reception. The day of everything went smoothly thanks to the event staff's attention to detail. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and the food from Southern Mansion catering was amazing too. We received so many compliments from guests on the beauty of the space saying it was the best wedding they have been to and they didn't know New Jersey had wineries like this. It was such a memorable night for everyone that couldn't have gone better!
Reviewed On 6/27/2018 by Danielle D
I wish I could get married again, just to have an excuse to go back to the Willow Creek Winery! I cannot say enough amazing things about Ariella and her team at Willow Creek, and I am so grateful to have worked with them throughout the entire ...
process. First of all, the natural beauty of the winery is indescribable, and there really isn't much you need to do to decorate (although I did splurge with hanging bistro lights across the interior ceiling beams and underneath the cocktail hour and ceremony tents, in addition to tons of greenery and candles all over the table/bar tops, in the entryway, and in and around the fireplace). Second of all, the professionalism and dedication I experienced with Ariella and her team was incredible. I had a LOT of questions, and each one of them were answered professionally, patiently, and in a timely manner. Chef Brian Parker worked with us through Ariella, and any questions regarding the menu was quickly communicated and answered. The food was AMAZING. Seriously, so fresh and just absolutely delicious. Both of our families are HUGE foodies, and pretty tough critics, and everyone had nothing but amazing things to say about the food- from the cocktail hour through the reception. Cocktail hour food kept coming until the very end, and the portions were very generous. Ariella and her team worked with us on what we could afford, and although we did wind up exceeding our budget (by our choice), it was ALL worth it. I cannot say enough amazing things about the food, the venue, the service, and the general experience. I would be more than happy to speak further about the details, if anyone needs some advice or is considering getting married at Willow Creek Winery! My email is Danielle.DiChiaro@gmail.com. HIGHLY recommend booking with the winery- it was the absolute best and most beautiful wedding I could have asked for!
Reviewed On 12/27/2017 by Joanna K
A friend of ours recommended we check out Willow Creek for our wedding reception, and I am so happy she did! Our October wedding was nothing short of incredible - a night that we will always remember. The venue is stunning and the Willow Creek ...
events team went above and beyond. Ariella is so talented at what she does. She kept our pre-wedding meetings on track, helped to calm any nerves and made sure everything went according to plan the day of. We've received so many compliments from our guests, saying it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended - particularly from a service standpoint. The beauty of the winery speaks for itself. You will not regret choosing WC for your wedding!
Reviewed On 6/14/2017 by Danielle C
The one word I can use to describe this place is perfection. My husband I were married at Willow Creek on Saturday and it was hands down the best day of our lives!!!! There is a reason that all of these reviews mention how awesome and amazing K...
evin is. From the moment you have your consultation to the moment you leave Willow Creek after your wedding is over, you feel as though you are the only couple he is working with. Kevin and his staff are hardworking, trustworthy, and did everything in their power to make sure that everyone had the night of their lives. Not only is the venue breathtakingly beautiful, but the food and wine are top notch. Planning our wedding was an amazing experience because of Kevin and Willow Creek. We got to know some of the staff so well and we can't wait to go back and visit and say hello to everyone. It was a night we will never forget, and much of that is thanks to Kevin and Willow Creek. THANK YOU GUYS!!! Love, Danielle & Josh Spada
Reviewed On 1/31/2017 by Taylor S
My husband and I live in Philly now but we were raised as summer babies in Cape May. When it come time to look for reception venues, we never even looked outside of the island. We stumbled on Willow Creek Winery one day and my husband and I had...
that instant feeling. The outside is gorgeous, peaceful, and sprawling. When we walked in, I heard piano music and laughter. I saw the beautiful woodwork against the sparkly chandeliers and knew this was it. I started to cry! We needed to celebrate our big day here!! After meeting with Kevin, we just knew this was it. He and his team at Willow Creek made our wedding what it was. They were professional, attentive, knew exactly what I wanted before I even thought of it myself. They treated me like a princess on my wedding day and I never felt more special. We can't thank them enough for making our day the best day ever.
Reviewed On 1/10/2017 by Ashley L
My husband & I were married on an unseasonably cold, April 29, 2016 amidst at least 200 of our closest family & friends at Willow Creek Winery. I say "at least" because, throughout the wedding planning process, you truly get to know the weddin...
g coordinators, the venue & their incredible staff. After a year of wedding planning, we grew extremely close to Kevin Celli & his amazing Willow Creek/Farm staff. Not only was Kevin's attention to detail spot on, but he was able to predict the timing of every phase of our wedding day. He orchestrated the outside tents (under which we said our vows), he called our tent company the day before our wedding because I neglected to order sides for our tents, & he greeted me with a huge, friendly smile before I walked down the aisle to forever. Kevin reminded us of timing cues for cocktail hour, the dances, cake cutting & speeches. He & his staff seamlessly expedited 3 courses from the kitchen, to our guests. I can't thank Kevin enough for keeping my nerves together, for taking charge when necessary & for literally making our wedding day , the Best Day Ever.
Reviewed On 1/04/2017 by Erin B
Willow Creek is the perfect venue for a New Jersey wedding-- a beautiful farm and winery just minutes from the beaches of Cape May-- it is absolutely perfect! Kevin and his staff were very organized and met every expectation we had. It was very...
stressful planning a wedding from FL but, Kevin was on top of every detail and made sure we got everything we wanted. From helping us with local vendors to making sure all of our decor was set up, he went above and beyond. Our guests raved about the venue, food, service, and ambiance. We could not have been more pleased!
Reviewed On 11/30/2016 by Lauren A
This venue was the perfect place for an October wedding. Kevin and the staff at Willow Creek made our day easy and memorable. The food and wine were outstanding and our guest have been raving about it ever since the wedding. We received so m...
any compliments about the venue and how beautiful our reception was. We could not be happier with our decision to have our wedding at Willow Creek Winery!
Reviewed On 11/17/2016 by Adria K
This venue is amazing! The setting is gorgeous all year round - surrounded by vineyards and trees - perfect for the ceremony and cocktail hour. It is set far back on the farm, making it very private with plenty of space. The ballroom is large...
(plenty of room to dance and sit comfortably), clean, and beautiful. The staff is also the best! They are so efficient and attentive. The food came out quickly and hot. The winery functions a little differently then the typical venue, which may require some extra planning, patience, and costs, but, I knew with confidence that once the big day came, everything would go smoothly. Kevin, the winery's event planner, is awesome. He is so detail oriented, organized, and works hard to make your day the best day ever. And it was - our wedding day was perfect!
Reviewed On 8/25/2016 by Aaron W
BEST DECISION EVER! We are so grateful to have chosen Willow Creek Winery for our wedding. It was absolutely a dream come true! Not only is the winery naturally gorgeous, but Kevin and his staff were professional, organized, attentive and genu...
inely delighted to share this special day with us. We had our ceremony outside (with the vines in the background) and our cocktail hour around the outdoor bar. The tasting room was transformed into a truly elegant and romantic space for the reception. Kevin was a joy to work with during the entire planning process. Our guests were blown away by every aspect of the wedding from the venue to the dinner. Their caterer, the Southern Mansion, is top-notch; the food was delicious! We give Willow Creek our highest recommendation for celebrating a wedding. Thank you, Willow Creek!
Reviewed On 7/13/2016 by Deana F
I can't say enough about the crew at Willow Creek Winery, Kevin and the gang made EVERY part of the process stress free and fun! My husband and I were so grateful for all of Kevin's guidance from beginning to end. He really looked out for us an...
d made sure we got everything we wanted and weren't taken advantage of. Our guests enjoyed every single bit of our reception and raved about the farm. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone and everyone who wants an amazing wedding experience!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! We love you all and will definitely be back for upcoming events!
Reviewed On 6/20/2016 by Marra M
I was married at Willow Creek Winery on April 23rd of 2016. When my husband and I first started researching venues, I had heard of Willow Creek through a family friend who was married there and I just knew that this winery was the place for our...
special day. We met with Kevin Celli in February of 2015 and instantly fell in love with the winery and wanted to be best friends with Kevin. He was fantastic to work with! So detail-oriented and helpful, and he makes sure that we were on top of our own planning. There is a schedule of meetings prior to the big day, and Kevin spends the time to thoroughly go through everything. It's as if it's his only job at Willow Creek, and it most certainly is not!! He's pretty much running the show there, he is just a treasure! The staff at the winery were the sweetest, most attentive group of people. They took such great care of my husband and I, of our bridal party and of all of our guests. They went over and beyond, set up the room so beautifully and worked super hard to make the day all that more special for us. I can't think of anything that went wrong, and if something did, there was no way I would have known. Barbara (the owner) was lovely to speak to and work with for the ceremony. She was our officiant, and it just added to the day and to the memories. We were married on this farm and winery by the owner. We can come back here as often as we like to reminisce and enjoy their delicious wine and tapas menu, where at a regular banquet hall you can't do that. From the landscape to the building, to the food, our guests had a blast and told us it was one of the best weddings they had been to. My only problem...I wish it were longer!! The day flew, but it was a perfect day!! I can't wait to go back to Willow Creek! Hands down one of THE best decisions we made for our wedding!
Reviewed On 12/31/2015 by Bryan B
Our wedding was nothing short of perfect at Willow Creek Winery. The atmosphere, the staff, the wine... everything was simply top-notch! Kevin was the BEST at keeping things organized and stress-free throughout the evening. we are so thankful t...
o have had such a memorable night for our wedding, and have already recommended Willow Creek to several of our newly-engaged friends to visit and consider for their special day as well. We can't wait to come back and visit on our first year anniversary as well. Thank you Kevin and Willow Creek!!!
Reviewed On 12/30/2015 by Lauren B
My husband and I fell in love with Willow Creek Winery in 2013. Ryan surprised me with a trip Cape May to visit a couple of wineries for my 30th birthday. The moment we walked through the doors, I knew this place was special. The venue was gorg...
eous and the staff was so friendly. One year later, Ryan proposed in Cape May and soon after we book our reception at Willow Creek Winery. Kevin worked with us for about a year as we planned our wedding. He took his time planning with us in order to ensure that we would have our dream wedding. In December, we had our reception at Willow Creek. The venue was breathtaking. My husband and I fell in love with Willow Creek Winery in 2013. Ryan surprised me with a trip Cape May to visit a couple of wineries for my 30th birthday. The moment we walked through the doors, I knew this place was special. The venue was gorgeous and the staff was so friendly. One year later, Ryan proposed in Cape May and soon after we book our reception at Willow Creek Winnery. The wine director and event coordinator, Kevin worked with us for about a year as we planned our wedding. He took his time planning with us in order to ensure that we would have our dream wedding. In December, we had our reception at Willow Creek. The venue was breathtaking, Kevin and his staff made sure everything ran smoothly. I knew that Kevin would take care of everything. I did not have to worry about a thing. Kevin was amazing to work with. We truly consider him one of our dear friends. I highly recommend having your reception at Willow Creek Winery. Our friends and family keep talking about our wedding. Everyone admired the winery and said that out of all the weddings they have attended, including their own, Willow Creek was the most beautiful venue they had ever seen. Also, the food and wine are out of this world! Kevin and his staff made sure everything ran smoothly. I knew that Kevin would take care of everything. I did not have to worry about a thing. Kevin was amazing to work with. We truly consider him one of our dear friends. Kevin, thank you for giving us a wedding we will never forget. Much love. I highly recommend having your reception at Willow Creek. Our friends and family keep talking about our wedding. Everyone admired the winery and said that out of all the weddings they have attended, including their own, Willow Creek was the most beautiful venue they have ever seen.
Reviewed On 12/22/2015 by Knottie1447885655
Willow Creek Winery is a true gem of a venue. The location alone, set back from the road among the wine-producing wines is breathtaking in itself, and the award winning wines are even better. We had an incredible wedding there with everything g...
oing perfectly and all of our guests raving about how beautiful Willow Creek was, and what a great job they did. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed On 12/21/2015 by Kathryn K
My husband and I were so unbelievably happy to have had our wedding on June 20, 2015 at Willow Creek Winery. Every review that has been posted on here is so on point. From beginning to end Kevin & his friendly staff were extremely helpful, prof...
essional, and so great to work with. Kevins energy, passion and love of what he does is inspiring and will make you even more excited for your big day, esp as you walk through the winery with him and visualize your wedding day, the day truly cannot come quickly enough. As for the food... it was excellent, our guests absolutely loved our cocktail hour as well. The outside area was set up so beautifully.. after our pictures Kevin pulled up to the vineyard in the golf cart with my husband and I in the back seat and started honking with everyone cheering is one of my favorite memories and I am so happy that our videographer captured it. Kevin and his staff served 340 guests in under 20 minutes ~ no easy feat!! We opted to do split plate and it was one of the best decisions that we made. His main goal was to get us out on the dance floor!! Kevin was also adamant about nailing down our timeline to a T, and sticking to it which is peace of mind, esp as the day seems to fly by in the blink of an eye. Vendor list was incredibly helpful as well, Kevin has a wonderful reputation throughout Cape May County and the vendors that we used were so happy to accommodate our every request. I apologize for the long review!! But weddings certainly are no small expense and we found that the value is truly at Willow Creek. Kevin, if you read this thank you for helping us cut the wedding cake ( lol!!) and for making our day perfect. Not only for us but for our guests as well. Our day was perfect and an absolutely wonderful beginning to our marriage; we will cherish the memories for a lifetime. Good luck to all of the engaged couples out there! If you have any questions, reach out to the vineyard for our contact info and I will be happy to help!! We've already had a few friends book their receptions at Willow Creek after attending ours!! Kathryn and Nick Fazzie
Reviewed On 12/19/2015 by MaryJane L
Absolutely beautiful! My daughter got married Sept 2015 and ever detail was perfect. Kevin did a superb job! The vinegars us stunning, romantic and breathtaking. Perfect perfect day. It really was everything my daughter dream it would be 😍
Reviewed On 12/18/2015 by Knottie1450446269
When my wife and I first started looking for venues for our October 2015 wedding, Willow Creek Winery was one of the first places we looked. I don't think we looked at another place after that. Kevin, Barbara and their staff were so amazing to ...
work with. They helped us plan such an amazing day, and we are still hearing from many guests that it was "the best wedding they've ever attended". Even though it was a bit chilly for October, our outdoor wedding ceremony was beautiful, and the fire pit helped to warm everyone. The meals were served in a quick and efficient way, and from then on, the dance floor was packed. When someone accidentally spilled WC Red wine on my wife's dress, Kevin was right there with salt and club soda to get as much out as he could. I HIGHLY recommend Willow Creek Winery as an amazing place to have a wedding.
Reviewed On 12/16/2015 by Donald R
My wife and I had a great time at our wedding! Kevin and the rest of the Willow Creek staff were great at making sure everything went exactly as planned. Highly recommend booking your wedding there!
Reviewed On 12/16/2015 by Lauren P
I don't even remember how I found Willow, but I immediately fell in love with the place. It was exactly what I envisioned for our wedding down to the exposed beams and gigantic chandeliers. We drove down to Cape May to check it out and booked ...
immediately. Kevin Celli was amazing from the start and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to all things wedding. He kept me on track and sent spreadsheets which made planning very easy. The day of the wedding he was there putting out fires from my vendors' mistakes, but I had no issues with Kevin or Willow. Everything was exactly as promised and they even got the fire pit going in the middle of hurricane Joaquin. The grounds of Willow are gorgeous and extremely well maintained. The food was excellent, and we got a ton of compliments. Overall, I was extremely happy with Willow and Kevin and I highly recommend booking your wedding with them!
Reviewed On 12/16/2015 by Ellen K
I absolutely cannot say enough amazing things about Willow Creek! When I got engaged in May 2014, my father took me to look at this new winery in West Cape May that he thought I may like. It was absolutely gorgeous. There was no need to look an...
y further I knew I had found our venue. By the time I got married in Sept. 2015, it had been upgraded with an outside bar, fire place, longer wine bar and many more improvements. The wedding day was absolutely amazing. However, the gorgeous property is not the only thing that make this the best venue to use for you wedding. Kevin Celli, the wedding coordinator, is so involved with making sure you have the most perfect wedding, along with his 100 other jobs he has on the farm. If I had any questions Kevin was quick to respond and help, along with several meetings with my now husband and I to go over how we wanted our wedding. Although Kevin is amazing and I don't think he actually sleeps, the whole staff at Willow Creek is truly amazing as well. There was not one issue at our wedding (other than crazy groomsmen, but who can fix that?!) and it was all thanks to Kevin and his staff. All of our guests still rave about how amazing the venue was. And, how not only was the meal delicious, it was still hot when it was put in from of them! That is very rare for alot of weddings.
Reviewed On 12/16/2015 by Natalie T
I loved my wedding at Willow Creek Winery. We got married on Friday 11/6/15 and it was the perfect day and night. I truly don't have anything negative to say about the place. Kevin C. will be your coordinator for the day and believe me when ...
I say this - listen to him! He knows what he is talking about. I am glad I did - because everything went perfectly smooth! My guests haven't stopped talking about what an amazingly beautiful venue this is. The outside cocktail hour area was perfect. We lucked out and had beautiful weather in November but even if it was a little chilly we had the firepit. The main reception area is perfect - so elegant and simple. There isn't a another place like Willow Creek in Cape May county and I wouldn't have changed a thing about my wedding day! Thank you Kevin & Willow Creek!
Reviewed On 10/19/2015 by Kateri Z
I can not say enough positive things about Kevin, Barbara and the staff at willow creek. Every time I came in they made me feel like family. I never wanted for anything the day of my wedding, always had a full drink and a smile on my face. T...
here was a nor'easter on the day of my wedding and we were getting married outside, everyone at the venue was SO HELPFUL, and SO FLEXIBLE. I would highly recommend Willow Creek for a wedding. If you do decide to use them make sure you understand that you need to buy LIQUOR, RENT CHAIRS for ceremony and RENT TENTS on top of the the vineyard and catering fees. It is an AMAZING venue so beautiful and they just keep making it better. My advice is Book today, book right now :)
Reviewed On 7/14/2015 by Jenni G
Our wedding day was perfect. The rain even held off so we could get married in the vineyard. This venue is beautiful, the food is EXCELLENT, and the day flows perfectly according to a strict schedule. Our only complaints we had was it being dif...
ficult communicating out-of-state in the months leading up to our wedding as well as bills/invoices were given to us much later than the contract stated. I think with proper organization changes that could easily be fixed for future weddings.
Reviewed On 1/10/2015 by Ashley S
When we decided to have our wedding at Willow Creek we knew there was a slight risk because it had not done many wedding to that point. We had nothing to fear as it turns out Willow Creek specializes in getting it right. You will find no ...
more enchanting or customizable location in Southern New Jersey. (Not everyone likes the wall colors at other venues in Cape May) It is picturesque, serene, elegant, rustic, and breathtaking on normal days. It has a wow factor we spotted immediately when we walked in and saw the amazing chandeliers (truthfully I saw the large bar that I knew could accommodate our large wedding party) One of the great features is the options this venue has. There is a large outdoor bar for a cocktail reception, a large enough space to do everything inside, well designed grounds for outdoor ceremonies, parking, space for buses, and fantastic pictures inside or out in the vines. They helped us to set up everything exactly as we wanted it for our big day. The greatest feature though is the staff. Our planner met with us in person anytime we wanted and also responded to e-mails and phones calls. The day of the wedding if there were any hiccups we weren't aware of them, nor our guests. We can say we had a perfect experience on the day of our wedding. I thought it was really special that the staff made me feel like they wanted us to have as perfect a day as we did. I don't know if I am just easily tricked, but I think the staff genuinely was happy for us as well. They behaved like our parents would have if they were in charge of setting the tables, or serving the drinks, and cutting the cake. I consider them friends and continue to go back to the winery anytime we are in town. That is another fantastic feature. You can go back to your venue and enjoy it again and again. Its not a big ball room in the back of a hotel, or a convention center filled with trade shows. It is a beautiful farm with great wine (Do yourself a favor a get the sangria bar option), great food, and delightful views. We go anytime we are in the area and relive a small part of our day. We will bring out baby daughter and family for years. Thank you Willow Creek for giving us the best wedding present of a perfect day!
Reviewed On 1/01/2015 by Ashley Z
I loved my wedding at Willow creek and so did all our guests! Everyone loved the unique venue in Cape May. The wedding was extremely well run and followed our timeline to a tee; Kevin was the architect to it all.
Reviewed On 12/31/2014 by Knottie30284488
If you want to get married at a vineyard in the northeast. Hands down Willow Creek Winery. This is a great, no...actually an amazing venue and location just a few minutes away from downtown Cape May. My ceremony was outdoors in the vine...
yard on a beautiful September day with a jawdropping sunset perfectly timed thanks to Kevin. Kevin Celli, you will find out, is the man with many hats at Willow Creek. This guy knows his stuff inside and out. He is completely vested in the property, the grapes, the wine production process, the livestock, his staff, and most importantly the wine and all the services the farm provides around that. He is also the wedding coordinator. It makes any bride wonder if he is the guy for the job with so many responsibilities. My wife wasn't sure if he would be able to handle all the specific details any bride wants (e.g. table settings, timeline, floral & color arrangements, etc.) He cared more than you can imagine about our wedding, every associated detail, working with our vendors, and even about us and our well being. He periodically checked in with us and gave great feedback as we tossed around ideas and design suggestions. He was extremely responsive to emails and phone calls. My wife wasn't the only one with a grand entrance. Kevin personally drove me and my groomsmen through the vineyard to the ceremony spot on his golf cart with music blasting to surprise my guests. He may be the face but he also has an amazing team that supports him and makes the magic all happen. Our cocktail hour was outdoors near the firepit and the newly built bar. Our reception was in doors in the beautiful hall that comfortably held my 150+ guests. Our delicious food was provided by Southern Masion. If you looking for the best florist in Jersey, I must say Denise from Leigh Florist (www.leighflorist.com) was meticulous with her floral arrangements. She made us a beautiful flower arc to get married under placed amongst the grapevine background of the property. Ryan & Coleen Morey, a husband & wife team, helped capture so many beautiful day and night shots throughout the property and during the event. We got some interesting but funny shots at the barn with the chickens. They were awesome to work with. Check out their work at RHM Photography (www.rhmphotography.com) Our videographer, David Rosenzweig, of Rosetree Films (www.RosetreeFilms.com) made us a breathtaking 20+ min story movie that incorporate the songs we loved. This video will last us lifetime and something that we can share with our future generations. My wife watches the video once a day, CRAZY..I know, but it was that good and worth every penny! He included drone aerial shots of Cape May and the vineyard.
Reviewed On 12/29/2014 by Amanda M
Willow Creek Winery was for many reasons the perfect location and vendor for our October wedding. Having grown up in Cape May I was familiar with most of the wedding vendors in town. After visiting with them and not finding exactly what we were...
looking for we met with Willow Creek. We had a fairly large guest list and needed a large room to accommodate us. From the first appointment, we knew we wanted to have our ceremony and reception there. We felt like we were in good hands as Kevin seemed highly experienced conducting weddings on top of his knowledge of wine. Kevin helped us from beginning to end with every detail. From helping to find us a tent for our ceremony days before since the rain wasn't going anywhere to running a smooth sit down dinner. The food was fantastic, fresh and of definite quality. The grounds are stunningly gorgeous and were lush with grape leaves in October, perfect for pictures. Willow Creek has a rustic, yet elegant feel with it's wood beams mixed with it's gorgeous crystal chandeliers. The staff was phenomenal, friendly and professional offereing help every step of the way. I wouldn't have changed anything about our wedding except for the weather and even our guests said they loved how cozy and safe they felt inside from the storm. We could not take advantage of the lush vines on that day, however our photographer(Inspire Me Imagery) and Willow Creek allowed us to come back a month later and get the photos we were hoping for. Willow Creek Winery is the perfect wedding location for both large and small weddings in beautiful Cape May.
Reviewed On 12/27/2014 by Ryan D
My beautiful bride and I were married at Willow Creek Winery this fall; this amazing farm/winery venue could not have afforded us a better or more wonderfully memorable experience. We consider ourselves first off very lucky to have found such a...
unique and beautiful location to make our wedding picturesque and memorable; though the truly special element of this place are the people. We come from New York and are surrounded by major wedding venues; after seeing what Willow Creek had to offer, there was no debate of where to have our wedding. You can truly tell that every person on the staff comes through an understanding and training process which makes for a truly complete experience whether you're asking a question of the busboy or the general manager, Kevin Celli. Kevin and his staff were supportive throughout our wedding, though much of that starts long before really creating a comforting environment for what can easily turn into a stressful process. Kevin heard what we were looking for and the type of event we were trying to achieve and was able to amplify that basis into something that exceeded expectations for us and everyone who was able to share in it with us. The venue itself is gorgeous, with as many outdoor features as indoor - the lush extended fields of the winery serve as the backdrop for the golden main barn-style building which has a great bespoke, refined yet rustic style, there is an outdoor firepit and open outdoor tasting areas with a beautifully constructed wood-crafted ballroom and tasting areas. The indoor features open space which allow you to really dictate the setup of the entire wedding floor plan to fit your needs. Willow Creek is easy to get to for guests, with the historic community of Cape May close by, but also set back down a long romantic gravel drive creating a very private appeal that makes you feel like your wedding is the only thing going on in the world. Willow Creek is among the greatest places and is run by the greatest of people - a combination that is unique, personal and perfect.
Reviewed On 12/26/2014 by Talia M
I was the very first bride to have a wedding at Willow Creek. It definitely made us a little nervous, but they did it flawlessly. Being a local and in the business, I absolutely made Kevin Celli work for his money! We had about 250 guests. Kevi...
n completely came through for us on our wedding day and made it one of the best weddings Cape May has ever seen. Everything went perfectly (aside from the weather) and I couldn't have asked for more. The staff was amazing. The acoustics of the room worked really well with the INCREDIBLE band we chose (BLT). Food was wonderful and the drinks were flowing all night. The party never stopped. It is hard to find a venue that does such an amazing job. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. It is the most picturesque venue in South Jersey. I would recommend Willow Creek to anyone looking for a classy venue that will give you a party to remember! Since the wedding, Willow Creek is a place we visit often. It has become such a wonderful addition to this small town. Fire pit Friday's are my favorite day of the week. It's an added bonus that Willow Creek is also dog friendly when sitting at the outside bar. It is also place I recommend to everyone that walks into our family business. Everyone will fall in love with Willow Creek Winery.
Reviewed On 12/26/2014 by Maura B
Amazing, amazing, amazing. I was married at Willow Creek Winery in October. Kevin Celli and his staff were extremely helpful and attentive from the time we showed interest in getting married there up to (and during) the wedding day. We put a lo...
t of trust in Kevin because we were planning from New York and he absolutely came through. Although the winery is beautiful in it's natural state, it exceeded expectations when it was set up for our wedding. Kevin and his staff were on top of everything throughout the wedding and truly made our day perfect. My family members visit Willow Creek regularly and we have also been there a couple of times since our wedding and we could not have asked better place to get married.
Reviewed On 12/26/2014 by Kaitlin h
As the bride, I have been dreaming of and planning my wedding day since I was 5 years old and received by first bridal barbie! Well, my wedding at Willow Creek winery was nothing short of perfection. It literally was a dream come true. The ...
setting, the ambiance, the overall environment, rustic glam appeal...it was just perfect! The staff....they were just phenomenal. Kevin, whom I mainly worked with was just amazing! He went above and beyond to make every inch of the winery gorgeous for my day. He gave me food recommendations, wine pairing advice, vendor recommendations, and tips to stay on budget!!!! Every time I popped in I was greeted with a smile, a hug and felt like a princess. This winery was the home of my happiest day and I will always be a patron of this establishment. I guarantee you will fall in love with the winery...inside and out...the wine....its just to die for...and the staff...they will be extended family. There is no better winery in all of New Jersey and certainly no better wedding venue! Don't even think twice! I LOVE YOU WILLOW CREEK!

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