Tranquil Farm Weddings
101 to 150 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Aaron and Andrea Buchman
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Wind in the Willows is a wedding and event venue in Grantville, PA. Located in the heart of central Pennsylvania on a 15-acre farm, this beautiful venue sits at the base of Blue Mountain and offers stunning views, including a three acre lake on the property. It is a space of country charm and modern elegance. The stone barn is heated and air conditioned to allow for use year-round, and provides beautiful views of the well-maintained grounds. The property also has a cottage and bridal suite for the wedding party to prepare before the wedding day begins. The gorgeous outdoor scenery provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor ceremonies. Indoor ceremonies can be held at the Wedding Chapel, a mid 19th century church - renovated and temperature controlled. The chapel is also available for receptions.
Everything we do at Wind in the Willows revolves around our three core values, which guide and direct everything we do:
1. Value - Our goal is to provide our couples with as much as we possibly can in one place and with one price. We don't want our clients to feel nickle and dimed at every step in the process. Everything we offer at the venue (tables, chairs, barrels, arbors, decorations, etc.) is included with our base package pricing.
2. Flexibility - Weddings at Wind in the Willows are not cookie cutter. Each of our couples brings with them a unique vision for their wedding. We want to embrace and support that vision and help our couples see it come to life. We also want to make sure our couples have flexibility in the vendors they choose. We do not have exclusive vendors, so our couples are free to choose vendors that fit their style and budget. Ultimately, we know that the best way for our couples to realize their dream wedding and still stay within budget is to have the flexibility to be in control of their own destiny.
3. Family - Wind in the Willows has always been a family owned business. We want our couples and their guests to feel that when they walk through our doors. Our couples are treated as family, not transactions. It is our deep belief that creating and cultivating a family atmosphere plays a huge role in how our couples experience their special day here.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Interfaith Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Beach
Waterfront
Historic Venue
Mountain
Religious Setting
Church
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Rentals & Equipment
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Meet the team
Aaron and Andrea Buchman
Owner
In 2000, Wind in the Willows began with a family wedding in an old hay barn. 20 years and hundreds of weddings later, much has changed, but the approach remains the same. Andrea and I have always believed in running a family business where our clients are treated as family. We are continually seeking ways to improve the experience here, with annual improvements to accommodate you, our guest. Ultimately, your wedding day is just one part of your story, but we want the role we play in that to be perfect! We look forward to meeting and working with you!
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5.0
out of 5.0128 reviews
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Wind in the Willows stands out as an exceptional wedding venue, highly praised by reviewers for its stunning beauty, responsive and supportive staff including Aaron, Andrea, and Lisa, and continuous improvements to enhance the venue grounds. Couples appreciated the upscale rustic charm, various ceremony spaces, decor shed, and red truck rental for bridal parties. The venue's affordable pricing, open communication, inclusive packages, and flexibility with vendors were highlighted as key factors contributing to dream weddings, making Wind in the Willows a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a picturesque and accommodating wedding venue in the Hershey/Harrisburg area.Review photos
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Angelina F
5.0
3/21/2025
This venue is simply amazing! Aaron was super communicative. They have a whole planning document and then actually follow it and it really truly made the whole day a million times easier than I expected it to be. One takeaway from all of the guests was how beautiful the venue was and I couldn’t agree more! I kind of want to get married again so I can go back and experience it all again.
Jen B
5.0
10/13/2024
Where to even begin. WITWs made our dream wedding a reality. The venue space is beautiful and just gets better as the sun goes down. During the wedding planning process we had a specific vision in mind of how we wanted our big day to look like and WITWs checked every box. Aaron & Andrea were a blessing to work with. Always there to answer questions leading up to the big day. Lisa the host coordinator was great as well. She assisted us with pulling decorations from the decoration shed and making sure all the chairs, tables & arbor were decorated just the way we envisioned. She even chased away some bees (lol) WITWs is always improving the grounds. Since we booked two years ago they have built a speakeasy for the guys to get ready in and upgraded the landscaping with accent lighting and a fountain. They also have extras you can add on to your day. We opted to rent the old truck for our bridal party. You can also rent the chapel. They also have multiple ceremony spaces on the grounds. We were married by the water feature down by the pond.
If you are looking for a venue with upscale rustic beauty look no further. WITWs is your venue!!!!
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Devon L
5.0
9/10/2024
The owners were absolutely amazing and there for me and my wife every step of the way. Very tentative and responsive to our emails . And for the venue it was perfect . Everything we dreamt of and more. We got so many compliments. I would 100/10 recommend wind in the willows. The decoration shed they have is unbelievable! I always like to say a downside to a place but truly couldn’t find one!
Maddie S
3.0
9/05/2024
Outdoor ceremony chairs were not set up when we arrived at 8am the day of the wedding and we were told they would not be set up until 1:30pm which was an hour before our guests were to arrive. We had to do it ourselves in order to get it done in time to decorate chairs, decorate the arbor, and for our videographers drone to fly at 12 noon etc. It made the groom late as well some of the groomsmen and bride’s father for their arrival time due to having to set chairs up ourselves. The boat to take pictures in on the pond had a hole in it and was water logged with a mouse running around in it so we could not take pictures in it on the water. Venue owner’s response to this was that 1-2 brides have used it in past 1 or 2 years so how was he supposed to know and brushed it off like it was no big deal when we wanted to take sunset pics on the pond in the boat and could not. Wedding day of host provided by the venue was not friendly in the least, felt like everything we asked or discussed was bothersome to her. Never met with a smile by her, her delivery was not kind. Venue owner’s kids were running around in the yard throughout the day more times than 1 to the point where we had to boot them out of our photos at least 2-3 times as they were in the background of them. On top of that, venue owner’s wife was at our cocktail hour with their kids. When discussing these issues with the venue owner, he just defended his business and his employee and dismissed our opinions/experience instead of understanding what I was saying from my point of view and empathizing. Only took accountability for 1 item. Despite these issues, the venue is beautiful, the open houses were very beneficial, and the owner was very helpful in the pre-wedding planning process.
Angie B
5.0
7/29/2024
We couldn't rave about Wind in the Willows enough! The venue is stunning and it's clear that they are continually working towards improvements on their facilities as well as their services. They are open to feedback and are available for any inquiries you may have. Their staff on the day of the wedding were kind, helpful, and fun. Wind in the Willows has an abundance of advice that they share with couples that were a huge help for us. They also have perks to booking their venue like access to their decor shed, a facebook group to communicate with other couples who have booked the venue, and open communication from the moment you book them. We couldn't be happier with the venue we choose and we would HIGHLY recommend them to any and all of our friends!
Lindsey F
5.0
6/01/2024
Wind in the Willows is the perfect place to get married. Talk about a dream wedding! The barn and lake are gorgeous and give the perfect amount of rustic and classy. 1000% would recommend to anyone looking for that vibe! The staff is incredible and very communicative, I love everything about our experience at WITW!
Jessica M
5.0
5/26/2024
My Husband and I toured a lot of venues when looking for our perfect wedding spot, when we toured Wine in the Willows I just knew this was the spot we were going to have all our friends and family at to watch us say "I Do". The venue is just simply beautiful, from the outside to the inside. The staff was simply amazing throughout the months of preparing yourself for the wedding to the day of the wedding. I would recommend this venue over and over again to anyone looking to get married.
Courtney K
5.0
5/11/2024
Truly the hidden gem of wedding venues in the Hershey/Harrisburg area! After weeks of searching we were getting discouraged by other venues feeling either too small, too expensive, or like the owners just did not care. By the time Andrea finished showing us around on our tour though we were ready to book with them. Not only is the property so well cared for, but everything from the lake, to the reception barn full of twinkling lights, and even the bridal suite and groom’s space were stunning. You will also not meet two nicer venue owners, you can tell Andrea and Aaron are experienced and actually care about you as a couple. Aaron always responded quickly to emails and even provided a great online planner that made it clear what we had to do on our part and got us thinking about all aspects of the wedding day. Perhaps the two best features of the venue are the red truck rental and the decor shed. I was debating renting the red truck but I’m so glad we did, Aaron drove my bridesmaids and me down to the ceremony by the lake, and after the ceremony he took the groom and I on a backroads drive which gave us a few quiet minutes away. The decor shed was a huge wallet saver, we got all of our centerpiece items out of there, as well as signage and other basic items for the reception. On the day of the wedding we had about 93 guests and the whole day went so smoothly. Many guests commented on how beautiful the venue was and how everything flowed so nicely. Thanks to the affordable pricing here we were able to have the wedding of our dreams, I 1000% recommend them!
Sarah B
5.0
5/06/2024
From the bottom of my heart I can not say enough good things about this venue and the family that owns it. Our wedding was more than we could have ever dreamed of. The venue is BEAUTIFUL and so well maintained. It is very affordable, they have TONS of decors available to use, and the venue hosts are SO helpful to make your day run smoothly. I can not say enough good things about this venue and the couple that owns it.
Vanessa M
5.0
1/04/2024
Wind in the Willows is a high-quality wedding venue with people who are down to earth. Andrew and Andrea are with you every step of the way. They offer suggestions during the planning process, offer different locations to host your ceremony, allow you to choose your own vendors (which is a big deal) and they have a decor shed to help make your wedding ceremony and reception everything you dreamed of! I personally think their price beats other venues based on how they treat their clients and everything they offer. It was the only place for us to be married at.
Amy M
5.0
1/03/2024
Aaron and Andrea are fantastic to work with and the venue is absoultely gorgeous, especially in the fall! We used the chapel for our ceremony and the way the sun hit the windows, it put us literally in the spotlight and shone down on us the entire time! The barn and the grounds were absolultely perfect for our wedding photos and the party afterwards!
Plus they have a decor shed that you can utilize for your decorations!
If you are in the market for looking at venues, consider touring this one! You won't regret it!
Sabrina P
5.0
12/01/2023
We searched high and low for the perfect venue for our day and finally stumbled upon Wind In the Willows. The price point was perfect, and we loved that it also included a lot of decor that fit the setting perfectly! Aaron and Andrea are both so welcoming and kind, they are super responsive to any questions that you might have, and they make everything about planning your special day feel easy. We have received never-ending compliments about how beautiful, fun and unique our wedding was, and we attribute it all to Wind In the Willows. We could not have picked a better venue for our day!
Emily C
5.0
11/30/2023
I absolutely loved Wind In The Willows. The venue itself was beautiful! We had our ceremony on the dock on the pond & it was the perfect spot. The barn looked absolutely stunning with all the lights & decorations! It all was just so perfect. Aaron & Andrea were very kind & responsive & always answered all of our questions. Their whole staff was very pleasant. It was a very wonderful experience & I’m very happy we went with this venue. They made our wedding day perfect!
Tyler M
5.0
10/03/2023
The wedding was perfect. We were lucky to find a prime-time Saturday in September opening at a venue so close to our area. The weather cooperated for us and we ended up with a beautiful ceremony by the water. This provided a short walk up to happy hour and our reception. I was impressed with how efficient Aaron and his staff work. The venue was set up exactly how we wanted it. They have an online form of communication that makes it easy on both ends to explain exactly what we wanted. They are open to who you pick for your vendors which is what we enjoyed most. The Groomsmen suite was equipped with AC, which helped us stay cool and comfortable before the wedding. The Bridal suite was even more perfect.
Honestly, I don't have anything bad to say about this venue. If you have more than 150 people, I would recommend looking elsewhere just because of the size of the barn. But everything else was just tremendous. Thank you Wind in the Willows!
Amanda T
5.0
9/25/2023
Wind In The Willows was amazing! The staff was amazing and did everything to make sure our wedding day was perfect. Their prices are very reasonable, making your dream wedding achievable! 10/10 recommend!!
J.D. R
5.0
9/24/2023
Our overall experience at Wind in the Willows was amazing! Wind in the Willows definitely supported us with resources and asked the right questions to help us think through the planning process. Also, we appreciated how the Wind in the Willows staff and the way they present and maintain their venue made our experience feel comfortable and easy throughout the planning process and wedding day. We loved that the staff made us feel like family, as family was such an important part of our wedding day. We loved that the venue has the decoration shed and the yard games because it was a huge help in not having to make/buy things or having to bring all of those extra things along to the venue on our wedding day. We appreciated the open houses and the final walkthrough as both events allowed us to better think through the planning process by actually being at the venue to talk it out, and allowed us to feel more prepared for the wedding day. We loved the vendor page on the website and the Facebook page for booked couples, as it allowed us to get good references/resources in our vendor search and helped us to book vendors that fit our budget while getting great quality! Everything about our wedding day went smoothly and all of our guests loved their experience and the venue as well!
Benjamin H
5.0
9/18/2023
Aaron and Andrea helped create the wedding of our dream. They were amazing to work with and helped ease the stress of planning a wedding. Not to mention their immaculate grounds and barn for a wedding experience like no other. They also provided a day of point person who attended to and directed all the vendors, taking all of the day of stressors off our shoulder. Aaron and Andrea were available and attentive to all our needs, and were just some of the most authentic and good hearted people you could meet. If you're looking for a breathtaking venue with awesome owners to help you through your wedding journey, then you've just found it!
Anna S
5.0
9/17/2023
Wind in the Willows made our wedding day so memorable and stress-free. The owners, Aaron and Andrea, answered every question during the planning process and helped us every step of the way. You can tell they have experience in the wedding industry and will help you tailor your day to practical measures and make your dreams come true. I could not recommend this venue more, they truly made planning our wedding a great experience and helped everything run so smoothly the day of.
Amanda D
5.0
8/22/2023
I have always dreamed of a laid back wedding with plenty of outdoor space and a beautiful barn-style indoor space. When I stepped foot in the Wind in the Willows barn, I knew this was it. Aaron and Andrea were so pleasant, helpful, and organized. They helped us through every step of the way. I truly appreciated that they had options to use some decor from their stock and did so much to help our day be perfect. We brought cornhole, giant jenga, and (plastic) axe throwing to be set up on the grounds. It was the best day ever.
Tyann L
5.0
8/21/2023
We were so pleased with our wedding at Wind in the Willows! We couldn't have picked a better venue. We still are getting compliments on how pretty the venue is with the vintage barn and willow trees surrounding the big pond (made for GREAT wedding photos). The hosts were extremely accommodating and attentive and made our day even more special. We were very blessed to find a venue that fit our heart's desire and could afford. If you're looking to have flexibility on decorating and vendors then this place is perfect for you. The decoration shed was a huge bonus. We were allowed to use anything which was convenient since we lived out of state. Highly recommend Wind in the Willows!
Autumn B
5.0
7/17/2023
I recommend Wind in the Willow to all engaged couples looking for a wedding venue. Amazing owners who love their job and make it feel like their own family member is getting married. They went above and beyond with assisting with last minute touches on the wedding morning that made me as the bride be able to relax. I can not thank Wind in the Willow for making my wedding day feel so special.
Kelly W
5.0
5/02/2023
Wind in the Willows team is absolutely the best! Very communicative and helpful. Their pricing is the best around. We rented the Ford Truck and it was a fairytale come true. The pictures came out so amazing with the waterfront in the background. We were blessed to have a beautiful day for the wedding but they also offer back up plans for a rainy day. They have truly thought about everything down to the décor of the venue. Just perfect!
Sarah K
5.0
3/11/2023
This venue is absolutely gorgeous! Aaron and Andrea, the owners, are amazing and so great to work with. They allow a lot of flexibility with vendors and really let you make it your own! If you’re looking for a budget friendly venue this is the place for you!
Callie N
5.0
3/10/2023
Amazing wedding venue, it was everything I dreamed of for my perfect wedding! ❤️
Allie G
5.0
1/25/2023
Great venue with affordable pricing, lots of options, a storehouse of usable decorations, and super friendly, helpful owners that work with you every step of the way!
Hailey R
5.0
1/16/2023
The staff at Wind in the willows made my wedding absolutely perfect. They went above and beyond and made my wedding dreams come true. I would recommend them to anyone who asked. Our day of coordinator, kierstan, was absolutely phenomenal. Aaron and Andrea are the sweetest people and they were so responsive to any question or need and incredibly flexible. The grounds, barn, and chapel were stunning and beautifully maintained. I absolutely loved this place ❤️
Kaitlynn D
5.0
1/16/2023
We couldn’t have imagined getting married anywhere else! We had the best wedding thanks for this beautiful venue!
Erin R
5.0
12/21/2022
Wind in the Willows is by far the best choice we could have made for our big day. Aaron and Andrea are the kindest, most helpful people, and will make your event an absolute breeze! The property is absolutely beautiful, and the time and craftsmanship that have been put into the barn, grounds, bridal suite, and chapel is evident from the moment you arrive. The decorations shed is absolutely stuffed with goodies, with more being added after every event, (although you don't need much to make the barn look amazing!) On top of everything else, WITW provides an online planner, event host, a great catalog of suggested vendors, and more to ensure you have a smooth and easy experience. You absolutely cannot go wrong!
John & Ellie B
5.0
12/20/2022
Absolutely amazing! Everything that weekend went so smooth. We had everything we needed and even asked of that day, it was perfect.
Marshall M
5.0
11/22/2022
The venue is beautiful and the staff are extremely helpful. We did very little setup because the venue's staff did much of the work. The venue is private without the intervention of onlookers. They are also extremely accommodating, providing a huge amount of items in their catalog to use for the big day! Aaron and company are extremely nice as well!
Michelle M
5.0
11/14/2022
Aaron and Andrea make Wind in the Willows a top notch choice for a wedding! They’re personable, down to earth, and caring individuals! I love the fact that they live on the property and raise their kids there-it brings a whole new meaning to being personally invested in their couples-and it truly shows! Their wedding package includes so much that a lot of other venues do not: access to the decoration shed, earlier access to the venue than other places we looked at, wedding hosts, and the cutest little chapel and truck rental. They do not nickel and dime their couples-they truly just want their couples to enjoy their property as much as they do! Also, Aaron drove me and my bridesmaids to the chapel right before getting married and he totally helped to keep my calm right before walking down the aisle. I told my husband that while he is THE man Aaron is also the man! Aaron & Andrea; you’ve got a great thing going and any future couples are lucky to have you be part of their special day!
Monique S
5.0
11/07/2022
Andrea and Aaron were such a pleasure to work with! They made our special day go smoothly! Wind in the Willows is a beautiful venue! I love that they offer decor to borrow for the day of, that was a wonderful bonus. On the day of our wedding Andrea was super helpful with setup and made sure everything looked the way I had planned. Would recommend! Thank you so much!
David M
5.0
10/30/2022
We originally reached out to WITW online for more venue information. Aaron was so quick with responding for timeslots to tour the venue. Upon arrival to WITW, we were so impressed by the view and the overall care that is so obviously poured into the venue. Immediately we knew we were at the right place for our special day. The process was so easy with contracts, an online planner, even a catalog with photos of the decor barn made everything a breeze. The day of, staffing was everywhere making sure every last detail was addressed for us. In the end, we both would recommend this venue to everyone.
Anne C
5.0
10/25/2022
The absolute BEST wedding venue in the Central PA area! We just had our fall wedding here and it was PERFECTION! The reception hall has a beautiful rustic barn feel, the lighting is stunning, and the space is large perfect for 100-130 people. The cocktail area downstairs is also beautiful - you can have an indoor and/or outdoor cocktail hour so the weather is not a problem. We had our ceremony in their private chapel, which was a perfect touch to our day! There are many options for the ceremony location, which allows for reassurance in the case of bad weather. The venue's price is very reasonable, including a large decor shed that you can pull from to decorate on your big day. This decor shed keeps growing with each wedding, so there is always more to choose from.
The owners, Aaron and Andrea, are a true blessing. Their communication, promptness, and professionalism are top-notch. They proved to be easily accessible and accommodating to our every need throughout the process. They are as hands-on as you would like, but always willing to provide more assistance as you need it. Overall, we had the PERFECT day here and would recommend this venue to anyone.
Tom M
5.0
10/07/2022
A beautiful venue for a reasonable price. Saved time and money by using onsite decorations. Aaron and Andrea were very helpful leading up to the wedding and the day of. They were very responsive to questions and scheduling visits. Willing to accommodate all of our requests.
Janelle L
5.0
10/05/2022
Wind in the Willows was a dream venue for our wedding. It is one of the most beautiful settings for a wedding and barn for the reception is so nice with the lights and they you really almost need no decorations. Aaron and Andrea were so helpful right from that start. They never hesitated to answer and questions we had or give ideas or recommendations. The decor she’d made it so easy for us to have almost everything there that we needed for center pieces and more. Their staff was also so helpful in helping us set some things up the day of and clean some stuff up as well. Our family and guests had so many good things to say about the beauty of the venue as well. I would recommend this venue to everyone, you will not be disappointed.
Brenna C
5.0
9/22/2022
Andrea and Aaron are a fantastic couple who maintain and absolutely beautiful wedding venue. The decorations cabinet saved me so much money while still allowing me to have the look that I wanted at our reception and ceremony. Not that this venue needs much decoration as it is stunning as is. They both were great at answering my questions, assisting with planning out table set up and where the ceremony should be, and Aaron even helped us set up all the chairs for the ceremony space. I had so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was from friends and family. It was just a fantastic day and the clean up process was so easy at the end of the night. Thank you so much Aaron and Andrea!
Cassandra C
5.0
9/12/2022
This was an amazing, and affordable venue, with lots of extras included. You wont be nickel-and-dimed here! The owners are incredibly responsive and helpful. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, and the chapel was perfect for our ceremony with just over 100 guests. We were lucky enough to have Aaron and Andrea as our day of coordinators, and can't believe their attention to detail and support with helping our day run smoothly, and even, dare I say, ahead of schedule! It was an overall wonderful experience, I know several others who have held their weddings here, I highly recommend as they did for me!
Christine T
5.0
8/25/2022
The staff is absolutely amazing. So easy to work with and always there to help in anyway they can! They make your wedding day run so smooth and carefree!
Sara H
5.0
8/24/2022
DREAM VENUE! Gorgeous, breath taking scenery - amazing, supportive, helpful owners - tons of available wedding decorations to use included in the price! My guests are still talking about how beautiful the venue was and how incredibly fun the wedding was - largely in part to the venue staff for setting up and providing an accommodating location.
Rebecca L
5.0
8/24/2022
Our wedding day was everything we had hoped for, and more! Aaron and Andrea were an absolute pleasure to work with through the whole process. We got married on a very hot day in July of 2022, we were still able to have a short ceremony outside and our guests were relieved by the climate controlled barn for cocktail hour and the reception, which kept up with our 130 guests! They even provided a coordinator the day of the wedding to help with anything we needed! 5 star venue with 5 star staff!
Matthew T
5.0
8/24/2022
Wind in the Willows is the only place to have your wedding. Aaron and Andrea were wonderful hosts who made our entire wedding party/guests feel right at home. Both were extremely helpful & provided suggestions as needed. Amazing indoor/outdoor venue that provided great photos & entertainment. Could not have asked for a better wedding. Stop looking around & pick Wind in the Willows for your special day. You wont regret this decision.
Allison K
5.0
6/29/2022
This venue was the highlight of our wedding — everyone loved it, especially us! Thr owners are so helpful and caring and the facilities are beautiful and well maintained. We had a great feeling when we first visited and were so glad we chose Wind in the Willows for our special day!
Emily B
5.0
6/27/2022
This is the most beautiful venue - inside and out! The grounds are absolutely gorgeous with so many amazing spots for photos and outdoor ceremony site. The barn where your reception and cocktail hour is held is decorated so beautifully - we were able to do minimalist decorating because the charm and beauty of the barn are already so stunning! Also important to note, everything is clean, tidy, and wonderfully maintained.
And not to mention, this venue is SO affordable! There is a decor shed that you can utilize (that's all included in the price!), a HUGE bridal suite, a groomsmen suite, and a back-up indoor ceremony spot.
The owners are absolutely wonderful to work with; they are communicative, helpful, kind, and supportive throughout the entire planning process and on the wedding day.
You will not be disappointed with this venue, especially if you are a bride on a budget (like I was) and just want your planning and wedding day to be simple, beautiful, and everything you ever dreamed of and more!
Emily B
5.0
6/26/2022
This venue is perfect! I would %100 recommend to another couple!
Sarah M
5.0
4/09/2022
I don’t know where to begin – our experience with Wind in the Willows every single step of the way exceeded our expectations. When we began wedding planning, I researched about a million venues from Philadelphia to Lancaster, Hershey to New Hope – the mountains to the beach (I am Philly based by the way). Nothing caught my attention like Wind in the Willows (I wound up with a spreadsheet of around 150 venues – insane I know- but that tells you how particular I am).
I sent them an email and super quickly, Aaron and Andrea, my husband and I were exchanging friendly emails and planning our visit. My husband and I drove out to Hershey and knew this was the place before we even finished pulling into the driveway (I canceled our next appointment on the drive home). We had a contract signed that week and wedding planning officially commenced! Throughout the entire wedding planning process, I had large handful of questions, mostly where I was asking Aaron and Andrea to help me accommodate disabled family and they couldn’t have been more understanding, compassionate and accommodating. They were also incredibly helpful while we were decorating – when we had a question, they were there ready to help.
The day of was as perfect as I had imagined (maybe a little more 😊) The staff was so great, friendly, and very helpful. The bridal suite, grooms cottage, barn and chapel were all so beautiful (clean, great ambiance, great temp, etc.) and we are still receiving compliments from our family and friends (wedding was 12/4/21).
Wind in the Willows is definitely doing something a little extra special. We were so excited to go back for the Wind in the Willows wedding alumni party. We both can’t wait to go back for anniversary and family pictures. You never know - maybe one day we will even book for an anniversary party! I would highly recommend them to anyone for any type of event.
Lauren T
5.0
11/16/2021
Beautiful venue! Aaron & Andrea are so sweet and helpful! The barn is authentic and the views were gorgeous! It was affordable and we had the venue for both Friday & Saturday so we were able to get the decorating done on Friday for the wedding the following day! The forecast was a little unpredictable but thankfully we were able to have the ceremony outside as originally planned and since it was last minute Aaron helped set all the chairs up and helped make it happen! Highly recommend!
TaKisha F
5.0
11/15/2021
This venue is not only beautiful but affordable. They offer excellent space where you can host both your ceremony and reception for one standard price. It was a relief that they offered both an outdoor and optional indoor ceremony space (it rained the day of our wedding). We received an unsermountable amount of compliments on the beauty of the reception space. And as a bonus, they have a shed packed full of decor for you to use. The owners are some of the nicest people we have ever met and were very accomodating throughout the planning and execution of our big day. We couldn't have dreamed of getting married anywhere else. You definitely don't want to miss out on this venue!
Amanda D
5.0
11/14/2021
We booked Wind in the Willows right after we got engaged in February 2019. We waited almost 2 and a half years to get the date we wanted and it was worth it! The venue itself is stunning!!! And Aaron and Andrea are amazing!! We met with Aaron a few weeks before the wedding to go over details with our wedding coordinator and on the wedding day everything turned out better than I could have imagined!! Aaron always got back to me right away and I love that they have a collection of items you can choose to use on your special day!
Amber M
5.0
10/28/2021
The Wind in the Willows was fantastic overall! The owners, Andrea and Aaron, were awesome. They helped us set up the day of the wedding and made sure our wedding day went smoothly. They are very nice and easy to get in touch with. The property was absolutely gorgeous!! Highly recommend the Wind in the Willows for a venue if you are planning a wedding!!
Sierra W
5.0
10/26/2021
Wind in the Willows is such a gorgeous venue and run by wonderful owners. Aaron and Andrea made themselves so available before and on our wedding day. The bridesmaids suite is perfection and my husband and the groomsmen loves the groomsmen cottage. We opted to use the Chapel for our ceremony and it’s spacious and has plenty of parking. The glass stained windows allowed for beautiful sunlight to fill the ceremony. The reception venue is huge and had plenty of space. Everything went so smoothly, looked stunning, and was a day we’ll never forget. Thank you so much to Aaron and Andrea for everything. I highly recommend this venue AND the owners.
- Sierra Wilston (White)
Kathleen M
5.0
10/24/2021
There isn't enough room in this box for how my husband and I feel about this gorgeous venue. We had the absolute best experience with Wind in the Willows and Andrea and Aaron. They are the most helpful, accommodating and quick to respond to any email. We booked our wedding date in March of 2020 right before covid happened. Thankfully we never had to reschedule. During the time that the world was shut down, I did have some questions regarding our date on multiple occasions and like I mentioned above, they are so quick to respond and so beyond nice! The sweetest couple and family. Booking with them was also very easy! We made an appointment with them, saw the venue and immediately fell in love and booked our date that day. We had a Sunday wedding and with that, means you don't have the day prior to set up. Aaron was super helpful to my coordinator the morning of our wedding with set up. Anything my coordinator needed, he was there helping with tables and chairs and any of the big stuff. If you are thinking about booking with Aaron and Andrea, DO IT!! You will not regret it. They are truly the best and helped make our wedding day perfect!
Christina C
5.0
10/21/2021
We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful day! Aaron and Andrea were always on top of answering every little question that we had pertaining to our wedding day. They made us feel confident that everything would go smoothly (which it did). The venue itself is beautiful. The barn is rustic yet elegant. The property is very well maintained. All of our guests continue to rave about how beautiful the venue was. Thank you Aaron and Andrea for helping making our wedding day special and memorable!
Alicia H
5.0
10/20/2021
Aaron was great to work with!
Kerina W
5.0
10/20/2021
Not only is the property itself absolutely beautiful, Aaron and Andrea are so helpful throughout the entire process! They truly want to make your day what you have always wanted.
Samantha S
5.0
10/18/2021
Wind in the Willows is a great venue! We had a few booked to tour, went here first, and canceled all of the other tours! The hosts are great and very quick with their communication. Anytime I emailed them a question, they responded within a day, maybe two. Andrea was around both days for help when we needed her as well. Everything about the venue is beautiful and well maintained and it seems like they always have some kind of project ongoing to improve it even more.
Cali M
5.0
10/09/2021
My wedding was more then I imagined it to be! Wind in the willows is such a beautiful venue with great owners who are very sweet and help you with every step to make your wedding day come true!
Jessica Z
5.0
10/08/2021
Aaron and Andrea were the easiest to work with, any questions we had were answered and they provided us with so much information. We were able to make our wedding our own and it was and honest pleasure being able to work with and have our wedding at wind in the willows. We can’t praise the staff enough for being so helpful and caring during our day.
Skyanne Y
5.0
10/03/2021
I highly recommend this venue for your wedding! The grounds and barn are beautiful. Aaron & Andrea are super helpful as well!
Logan F
5.0
10/02/2021
Wind in the Willows is a beautiful venue. We got married there in August of 2021. The barn is spectacular inside with the lighting in the main area and the decor all around it. The outside by the lake was amazing for the ceremony. The documents and communication from them were very helpful not only to us but to all of our vendors! We thoroughly enjoyed the venue for our wedding and do recommend it to anyone looking to get married in this wonderful part of PA!
-Logan and Austin
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