My fiance and I first visited Holly Hedge in the fall of 2010 at the very beginning of our planning adventure. We instantly clicked with the bucolic Bucks County setting and the rustic elegance of the old stone bank barn, mixed with the modern conveniences of the reception barn. There was even a stunning courtyard in case of good weather and more than enough space for up to 200 guests and a 30 x 30 dance floor (which is huge.) The opportunities for photographs were seemingly endless, too, so that sealed the deal for us. Granted, Holly Hedge is not a budget venue by any means (one-of-a-kind does have its price) but after visiting in person, we didn’t even want to look at other venues.

At the time of our first meeting with Wendy, one of the on-site coordinators, we were considering an October 2011 date but that quickly changed when we realized this place books up about 16 months in advance! So...we left without a contract this time and took for a few months to revist our options. Plan ahead prospective brides - WAY ahead because Holly Hedge is no longer a secret!

When we finally got into the nitty-gritty of wedding planning, our next choice of date was New Year’s Eve 2011. We called Wendy and set up a meeting with my parents. That gave us just over a year to plan the wedding we wanted -- with one very minor snafu: turns out the owner had already promised the date to a friend but that had not yet been reflected in the master schedule. Whoops. With hearts temporarily sinking, we scrambled for a new date and landed on Friday, December 30. OK, so it wasn’t a NYE wedding but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as our anniversary will always be our own special day and not shared with a holiday. But enough about the less-than-ideal start! Things soon turned around once we accepted the changes and rolled with it. (See? Brides can be flexible, really.) We booked our ceremony and reception onsite.

Our relationship with all three of the staff coordinators, Wendy, Liz and Sara, quickly blossomed as everyone on staff realized that we were not planning a “typical” wedding. We had a very specific vision, partially inspired by my gown and the space. We wanted a winter Art Deco wedding with some romantic accents that would be emphasized by the rural setting and everything was to be period appropriate to the 1930s (I do mean everything, right down to the special orders for obscure liquors and coup champagne glasses.) Wendy and Liz got a TON of emails from me over the past year but they were so responsive and good about asking questions when they didn’t quite grasp what I was after that I never had a doubt that things would work out. They were always professional and courteous in our correspondence and lots of fun, too!

Overall, Holly Hedge provides exemplary service, award-winning cuisine that is as lovely as it is delicious (it was commented that this was the “best wedding meal ever”) and a one-of-a-kind venue in which to celebrate with loved ones. They are not always accustomed to creative and innovative ideas that challenge their well-oiled way of doing things but to be fair, they are willing to work with you. I’ve seen a lot of brides doc them points for flexibility and I have to agree that I got a similar vibe of resistance initially but I’m not docking any stars because ours was a very special situation. In the end, Joe, Wendy, and Sara bent over backwards to deliver absolutely everything we wanted with style and grace. This particular story has a very happy ending and we are so grateful.

Sara was a delightful day-of coordinator (she also ran our rehearsal) and so easy to approach with questions. I felt safe in her hands as she dealt with late arrivals and last-minute gawkers only seconds before I was walking down the aisle. I didn’t stress over anything and she continually checked in with us throughout the night to make sure we were OK. She was gracious and calm and generally pleasant to be around so I put all of my faith in her abilities and allowed myself to relax and enjoy my own wedding. I cannot thank her and the entire waitstaff enough for their professionalism.

My final word to prospective Holly Hedge brides is this: book your wedding here if you want sophisticated charm and country elegance at a venue with a reputation for excellence. You will not be disappointed.

Hollyhedge was wonderful and I am so happy we decided to have our wedding there. My family keeps raving about how it was the best wedding they have ever been to! Hollyhedge makes it so easy, yet they allow you to make the wedding your own. Wendy is amazing so work with her if you get the chance.

My husband and I were recently married at the Hollyhedge Estate. We cannot say enough good things about our wedding, and neither can our guests. The estate itself is beautiful and romantic. The food at our wedding was amazing, and people raved about it. What really makes this place outstanding is the staff. Liz and Wendy handled every detail for us, which really helped to make the wedding planning process as stress free as possible. They were so cooperative and flexible, and were truly a pleasure to work with. In addition, JC the inn keeper was wonderful with all of our guests. Sara, our attendant the night of the wedding ensured that we enjoyed our wedding while still giving us time to thank our guests. We are so thrilled with the way our wedding went, and are frankly sad that it is all over. We plan on staying at the estate for our one year anniversary! Thank you everyone at the Hollyhedge Estate for making our wedding so special and memorable!

The grounds were beautiful, the service was amazing, and even though you didn't see anyone working the event, everything was taken care of before you could even think to ask it.

Our wedding at HollyHedge turned out to be as perfect as we had envisioned it when we first visited this gorgeous venue. So many guests told us it was the most beautiful wedding venue they'd ever been to. People were raving about the food - especially the selection of hors d'oeuvres at the cocktail hour and our delicious coconut wedding cake. The entire staff - particularly Wendy, Liz, Sarah and JC - were so professional and extremely attentive and helpful throughout the entire process. The staff went out of their way to make the day truly special and stress free for us. It was our dream setting for our wedding and we were not disappointed.

Holly Hedge Estate was truly amazing to work with from beginning to end. Wendy, our coordinator, was absolutely fabulous. They made our dreams a reality and everything turned out even better then we could ever have imagined. All our our guests were simply stunned and blown away by how gorgeous the venue was and how amazing the food tasted. And has been quoted by all of our guests that our wedding has by far been the best wedding they have ever been to. There is nothing I would change about our day and I would HIGHLY recommend Holly Hedge Estate to anyone. They are professional, sweet and very easy to work with.

Thank you so much to all of the staff at Holly Hedge Estate - you have made us feel welcome and at home from the very first moment we arrived at your venue and can not thank you enough for the wonderful service you have provided to us.

Our wedding at HollyHedge Estate was truly magical. The location is beautiful and the entire staff was amazing! Wendy, liz, and Sara (who helped plan/ shape/ and execute the wedding) are the best! The innkeeper was wonderful as well. Our honeymoon suite was first class and one of a kind! The entire property was full of old-school charm and whimsey. We received many compliments about the venue, staff, and food. Oh, the food! Our appetizers set the bar high with unique choices complimented by accessible favorites (such as ahi tuna on an udon spoon, asparagus puff pastries, gourmet sliders, and taste of grilled cheese with a side of gazpacho) but the entrees rose to the challenge producing delicate fish and filet so tender it could be cut with a fork. So to recap... great venue, excellent staff, easy to work with, and amazing food...enough said.

If you want a wedding you will never forget, I highly recommend HollyHedge Estate. The venue was beautiful and I received so many compliments on the food. Wendy and Liz made planning the wedding so easy! Not once did I have to worry that our wedding would not be perfect! Thank you!

PS: Plus our cake was amazing. So beautiful and delicious!

My Husband and I fell in love with this place the first night that we visited. We loved how the space allowed you indoor and outdoor options that were beautiful.

Four things really stood out in my mind about this place. The first was the lovely ceremony space. Because Liz, (the wedding cooridinator) checked the weather frequently, we were able to hold our wedding outside with some sense that we weren't going to get stormed out. During the cocktail hour we went on the balcony with the best man and maid of honor for our speeches, and the view was truly breathaking.

Liz was wonderful - the staff was wonderful. We had our own server who made sure our glasses were never empty and thought to do things that we would never have considered which made the day go so much smoother.

The servers and bartenders got in on the action in the best possible way - adding to the party atmosphere.

And finally, the food was excellent. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding.

I loved HollyHedge Estates! My wedding was perfect! The staff was beyond accommodating and went out of their way to ensure all of my needs and my guests needs were met. The food was amazing. My guests called me weeks following the wedding to tell me how good the food was. I loved my wedding and could not have picked a better place!

My daughter's wedding was on an overcast day so her dream of an outdoor ceremony was in question. Wendy Hendricks, an event planner at Holly Hedge, monitored Doppler radar, and was willing to switch the set up outside at the last moment to please us! The estate is so breathtakingly beautiful with the sweetest stone buildings, gorgeous brick terrace and the wedding was even more perfect than we ever imagined. Our guests raved over the filet mignon, and the grilled salmon entrees. The wedding coordinator, Sarah, kept things moving along, but still was willing to go above and beyond, helping guests and the bride all night, and was so gracious no matter what. Our closest family stayed with us that night and everyone loved their comfortable rooms. We really felt as if it was our own home, and we made ourselves comfortable with tea and snacks after the other guests had gone home. The next morning, early risers were greeted by cheerful J C, the innkeeper, and the most delicious coffee, strolling around the pond. When breakfast was served, no one could decide which was yummier, the Very Berry Pancakes or one of the fabulous omelets. No one went hungry, that's for sure, and we loved the friendly homey atmosphere where we get our dishes from the china cabinet and help ourselves to juice, croissants, homemade coffee cake or fruit. We just could not say enough about the lovely wedding that came true thanks to Holly Hedge Estate. It was truly a lovely day and exactly what we wanted!

We had a wedding there on 4/29/11 and everything about the place and staff was fabulous! Georgeous grounds, lovely buildings, good food, helpful staff, etc. etc. High recommend it to anyone looking for a romantic and comfortable setting.

We could not be happier with our HollyHedge wedding. Superb and responsive staff. A rustic, private, fairytale location. Delicious food. Gorgeous, cozy b&b on the premises for out of town family and guests. We feel so lucky to have gotten married at this slice of heaven, and can't recommend it more highly. Thank you, HollyHedge! Love, Pam & Matt

Our wedding was in Sept at HollyHedge. We could not have been happier with everything. We rented out the B&B for our guests, which just made everything more special because we all got to share in an delicious breakfast the next morning.
The staff was so easy to work with and put all of my fears to rest. They were so welcoming and professional we could not have asked for better people. The grounds are also very beautiful, we got so make good pictures with amzing backgound. I would recommend HollyHedge to everyone, from the appetizers to the spectular dinner it was all top notch!!!

Magical, Mystical, Memorable. This is how my new Daughter-in-law and Son and both sets of parents and family and friends described their wedding.
The first time we spoke to and met the staff we fell in love with the Holly Hedge experience. The event planner's Liz and and Wendy spectacular. Every wish of the bride and groom were answered ten-fold. Their staff from the cocktail hour through the reception were outstanding. The food, the service, the entire presentation was excellent. The grounds were beautiful, serene, peaceful.
The Inn Keepers Tricia and Sue could not do enough for our family and guest. They went above and beyond the call of duty. The entire event was Magical.

My wedding day could not have been more wonderful! THe food; the service; the setting were all fantastic. Liz and Wendy are a pleasure to work with. I would not have changed a thing!

Thanks Holly Hedge for an amazing day!