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Pricing information

Reception
$2,200 starting price
Ceremony
$895 starting price
Bar service
$5 per person
Reception
$1,300 starting price
Ceremony
$295 starting price
Bar service
$5 per person
These prices are available for the months of May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Dec. These prices are available for the months of Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov.

Attributes highlighted by couples

Unique aesthetic style
Quality catering
Guests comfort
Amenities

About

On WeddingWire since 2008

Riverdale Manor is a historic wedding venue located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Nestled on six acres of wooded land and gardens, the manor dates back to the 1800s. Owned and operated by Maureen and John Raezer, the site boasts waterfront views of the Conestoga River, providing couples with picturesque backdrops. Fully restored and with modern amenities, this secluded property is minutes from downtown Lancaster and major hotels.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples have the option of exchanging vows in an outdoor or indoor ceremony, and Riverdale Manor can accommodate up to 200 guests for a banquet reception. The indoor/outdoor Pavilion offers rustic elegance with timber interiors. The Terrace has a stone fireplace and is a great setting for your cocktail hour. Both pavilions are heated and can be opened and closed in a moment in case of inclement weather. The ballroom is a grand and spectacular space that boasts lofty beamed ceilings and reclaimed wooden floors, Its wide windows allow light to flood the space, making it ideal for photographs. Iron hanging chandeliers complete the vintage style of the room. The wedding party has two suites in the attached farmhouse to prepare for the event in privacy.

Services Offered

Riverdale Manor hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions and provides an event coordinator to assist with the planning your wedding . The team of dedicated staff will be on-hand for food and beverage service and will take care of the setup and cleanup of the event. The bar staff and all non-alcoholic supplies are provided. You provide whatever alcohol you would like to have served. One-hour of rehearsal time is included with the rental and you may use the grounds in advance of the ceremony for a magical wedding photoshoot. Items such as glassware, china, and flatware are provided and linens and napkins are available to rent in a selection of colors. The coordinator can provide a list of recommended vendors to ensure excellent service throughout the day, including DJ’s, musicians, photographers, officiants, and florists.

Cuisine

Catering at Riverdale Manor is provided exclusively by Thyme and Seasons Catering, Lancaster County’s premiere caterer for over 30 years. This culinary team is skilled in a range of styles and has an extensive menu for you to select a custom event. Couples will be able to schedule of tastings before the event to select options from seated-served meals or fun station options. A range of dessert options are also available with a selection of two-tiered wedding cakes, pies, cakes, tarts, cobblers and mini pastries, as well as novelties such as s’mores bars. The late-night snack menu makes sure no one leaves hungry.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,300

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$895

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$295

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Barn
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
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4.8 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
229 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.6 out of 5 rating
96% Recommended by couples
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Mark L. Sent on 12/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Super easy!

We were married at Riverdale Manor this past Fall and it was stunningly beautiful. Based on all of the reviews, we expected the food and service was incredible. But what was most surprising was how easy the planning process was. We planned our wedding long distance and Maureen who was our coordinator was incredibly knowledgeable and also really responsive to all of our emails which made the process super easy. We worked with a lot of their recommended vendors and since they were very familiar with Riverdale Manor they needed little to no direction from us.
Makenzie
Makenzie S. Sent on 01/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The PERFECT Wedding Venue

My husband and I got married at Riverdale at the very end of December 2023. It was the perfect venue for our holiday wedding. We appreciated the staff's communication, attention to detail, and overall kindness to our guests. My husband and I felt at ease throughout the entire planning process; having Thyme and Seasons catering at the venue was so helpful. The food was beyond delicious and everyone left well-fed! Our cake, also from Thyme and Seasons, was so beautiful and tasty. We cannot recommend Riverdale Manor enough! We are so grateful to have found such an amazing venue that made our wedding so magical!
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Sophie R. Sent on 12/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Absolutely incredible! Truly the best choice for a wedding venue. The food, the staff and the venue was really outstanding. Riverdale Manor should be on everyone's short list of venues
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Awards

229
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Real Weddings

Connor & Hannah
40 photos · 06/04/2023
Ashley & Nate
50 photos · 10/05/2019

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
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Such an elegant and stylish venue! Every aspect lends to a perfect experience. The staff are impeccably focused on providing the best service. Everywhere your guests look, they will be treated with beauty! If you are looking for a venue that will turn your big day into an AMAZING experience, Riverdale is the one!

Occasions Disc Jockeys Occasions Disc Jockeys Wedding DJs

We work at Riverdale Manor more than any other single location. They are consistently on schedule, professional, and great to work with. Working there as much as 30 times a year or more, not only am I not sick of their food, it continues to be delicious time after time. I look forward to each time I am there because I know how good it is going to be.

Jocelyn Mathewes Imagemaker Jocelyn Mathewes Imagemaker Wedding Photographers

Riverdale Manor is a beautiful and pleasant place in which to photograph and enjoy a family celebration!

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Riverdale Manor frequently asked questions

Riverdale Manor includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Riverdale Manor for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Barn
  • Waterfront
Riverdale Manor offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Riverdale Manor offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Riverdale Manor offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Riverdale Manor offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Tables
Riverdale Manor is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.6 in flexibility.

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