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Shadow Wood Manor is a historic barn wedding venue in Moody, Alabama. Owners Joe and Karla Johnson have created a contemporary barnyard experience with rustic elegance, suited for all wedding styles. Shadow Wood Manor was originally a horse ranch and was named after the family horse, Shadow. Now, it serves as one of Alabama’s most popular wedding venues. The farm is just a short drive from Birmingham, providing easy access to the I-20 for your out-of-town loved ones. The rolling hills and picturesque pastures will bring warmth and familiarity to everyone in attendance. If you want to plan a truly spectacular day, choose Shadow Wood Manor.

Facilities and Capacity
Shadow Wood Manor provides both indoor and outdoor venue spaces for your ceremony and reception alike. The property features several acres of open fields and pastures, with a covered bridge and several ponds. You may host your reception in the rustic barn. The barn has been renovated to include cathedral windows, crystal chandeliers, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and a modern prep kitchen and bathrooms. Get-ready rooms are also onsite for the wedding party to use throughout the day. The barn is elegantly furnished and exudes a country chic ambiance. However, it can be decorated to fit your exact theme and wedding style. The barn has a large covered porch for cocktail hour and relaxation after dinner. The barn is wheelchair accessible and can accommodate up to 100 guests.

Services Offered
Shadow Wood Manor ensures every wedding couple truly enjoys their experience on the property. They provide planning assistance to help you find the right local vendors for your wedding day. They also include chairs, tables, and other wedding decorations and props at no additional charge.

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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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

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

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Reviews of Shadow Wood Manor

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Joanna Sent on 09/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

We love Karla and Joe and Shadow Wood Manor!

My wife and I are so glad that we were married there. It's such a beautiful, private, serene setting. Karla is just the loveliest person and a gracious host. She was such a delight to work with, accommodating and sweet. We'll always be grateful for such a positive experience.
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Patrick Sent on 10/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Like a Hallmark Movie

This was the most beautiful venue we looked at around the Birmingham area. Everything from the covered bridge to the chandeliers were absolutely magical. We had the most amazing night here. Mrs. Karla is also the sweetest woman ever. She helped us out so much and was always patient, kind, and accommodating. We made the decision after stepping one foot in the door and had absolutely no regrets. What an incredible venue.
Killian
Killian Sent on 12/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Experience

Karla and her family are so sweet! They truly take the time to make sure your day is special and perfect!
Alicia
Alicia Sent on 06/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

My experience was more than I could have ever imagined on my wedding day , it was amazing & I’m very grateful to Karla & her husband for making my big

I give shadow wood manor 10 stars
Halley
Halley Sent on 06/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

I can't say enough good things about this venue. My wedding was on May 5, 2019 and it turned out perfect!! Of all the venues I looked at, I decided to go with Shadow Wood Manor, and I'm so glad I did. What won me over in choosing this venue over others were the wonderful owners, Karla and Joe. They were kind, helpful, and accommodating to everything I wanted. You can tell they really care about your wedding and about what you want on your special day. Not only were the owners amazing, but the venue is absolutely gorgeous. The venue gets more beautiful every time I see it. They pay attention to every little detail. You have to see it in person to take in all it has to offer. I will recommend Shadow Wood Manor to everyone! Thank you, Karla and Joe, for the wedding of my dreams!!
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Ariel Sent on 06/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Shadow Wood Manor

Everyone was so nice, they worked with me and even helped us decorate. This is the best wedding venue there is. I highly recommend them. They helped to make my wedding day perfect!
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Juliana Sent on 06/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect location for a wedding

The venue was so beautiful. The owners worked with all of our requests. They were very attentive to our questions. They allowed us to visit the location often to ensure we had everything correctly planned. The bridal room and grooms room was perfect. Space for the catering vendor to prepare. Outside there are several locations to take pictures. It rained the day of the wedding and having the ability to drop off guests at the door with plenty of cover was excellent. As well as the space on the side of the venue to go outside and relax even with cover. Plenty of chairs and tables. Beautiful location to have the wedding outside or inside. I would highly recommend this venue. I had 200 guests on the day of my wedding attend. There was no issues with space. Plenty of room.
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Hayden Sent on 06/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day of My Life!

I booked this venue a little over a month before my wedding. I was afraid my first choice would be too small. I was so lucky and thankful to have found Shadow Wood Manor, and I was also thankful they had my date open! Talk about luck! This venue is amazing and beautiful. The owners are very sweet, and they definitely made my wedding day the best day of my life! They were very helpful and made sure everything was perfect for my special day! I highly recommend this venue if you are looking for a BEAUTIFUL venue that includes tables, chairs, and decor! The price is SUPER reasonable for the quality of the venue; a giant plus is that they allow any catering company, drinks, flowers, etc. you can cater yourself if you can take it on! You don’t have to choose from a list of their choices like a lot of venues! Karla and Joe ended up becoming like family to us and we adore them! They are very warm and personal people! I recommend checking this place out before booking anywhere, because I guarantee you’ll fall in LOVE!
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Madison Sent on 06/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing Venue

I got married here on March 16 of this year, and it was everything I imagined! Karla and Joe are so nice and helpful. They really go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect for your big day. The venue is so unique and has so much character to it. Karla is so helpful and good at working with your budget, and she does not nickel and dime you for everything like other venues do! Karla is so sweet and you can tell she truly cares about your wedding and making sure it is exactly how you want it. We also did our engagement pictures at the venue and they turned out so good! The barn and their land is perfect for pictures. Thank you so much Karla and Joe for helping to make our special day so perfect! You guys are the best!
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Breanna Sent on 11/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue!

They were incredibly helpful. Made sure we had everything we needed to make our day special and exactly how we’d immagined it. It was absolutely beautiful.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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Shadow Wood Manor frequently asked questions

Shadow Wood Manor includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
The space offered by Shadow Wood Manor for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
Shadow Wood Manor offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Shadow Wood Manor offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Shadow Wood Manor offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Shadow Wood Manor offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Shadow Wood Manor is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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