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St. John's Chapel by the creek is a classic venue located in Benton, Arkansas. The venue features a historic stone chapel and the Oakwood Terrace Pavilion, with a stone path leading up to the event space and serene views of lush surroundings that add to its old-world charm.

Facility and Capacity
St. John's Chapel by the creek can host up to 200 guests within its two indoor and outdoor event spaces. Couples can choose to host their event in the chapel or the terrace. The Oakwood Terrace Pavilion is a 4,000-square-foot covered event space with a 2,500-square-foot rock patio for hosting receptions. The venue also features a bridal dressing room and a service kitchen with an ice maker and a refrigerator.

Services Offered
St. John's Chapel by the creek is a premium spot for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The venue provides event items such as audio equipment, tables, chairs, a dance floor, linens, and décor for events of all sizes. Its services include:

  • Bridal suite
  • Set up
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access
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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?

$3,500

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?

$3,500

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

$1,500

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Farm/Ranch
Religious

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?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of St. John's Chapel by the creek

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Jennifer Sent on 07/20/2016
5 out of 5 rating
To say that this venue is gorgeous doesn't even do it justice. It was beautiful beyond measure and constantly well taken care of. Nothing seems to ever be out of place, almost like it's got a magic all it's own. My husband Joe and I got married back in October 2015 and couldn't imagine a wedding any other place. The chapel is probably the most beautiful one I have ever been in for something that only seat a little over 100 guests. The grounds are fabulous and the terrace is absolutely perfect for almost any type of wedding you could imagine. From the moment we picked our dates, Leslie and Mike treated us like friends and even like family. Any time I had a question they would be right on it answering anything I needed. Full of suggestions and pushes in the right direction. Both Leslie, Mike and John worked so hard the day of our wedding and even the days leading up to it. I've never seen people work so hard to make sure everything was awesome and it was just that. To this day people still tell me how unforgettable our wedding was and that it was something they will never forget. I can't say enough about this venue and the people who run it.
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Katelyn Sent on 06/24/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Mike and Leslie really know what they're doing. No lie, I think my wedding was the most beautiful I have seen. I was more than once surprised to remember it was mine. I felt like I really didn't have to do anything except pick out vendors and choose what to serve. Leslie did everything else. On the day of, I really didn't have to lift a finger. I still did, because I wanted to, but Leslie kept urging me to go sit in the bridal room. Otherwise, she took care of everything. She decorated anything that she thought needed it, but she would always come to me and get permission that I was okay with it.

A few months before, my husband and I met with Leslie to get an idea of what we wanted. She pointed us to her preferred vendors and that helped more than I would have ever thought. And I know that working with a preferred vendor list can be a little constricting, but the people and companies she had on there were great and I am so grateful for them. Also, I have seen an few people complain about the rules. Yeah, there are a lot, but in all honesty, I never even felt like I was going to breach any. The only one that I was concerned about were the songs on the Playlist being a little risky, but it was a non-issue. Otherwise, the rules were there for a reason. Mike and Leslie have been around a while, so they know what works and what does not.

Trust me, the rules can be a lot and the preferred vendors can be a lot. But Leslie will move mountains to make sure your day is perfect. And throughout the reception, you could see her, Mike, and their son John working their tail ends off to make sure it was perfect. And my wedding was absolutely perfect!!!! If I had to do it over with more money, or even less money, I would always choose St. John's because you're not just paying for the venue, you're paying for a team to make your wedding a great experience.

I loved this wedding and I know all of my guests did too. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
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Ann Sent on 05/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Can't say enough about the personal care that Leslie, Mike & John gave to our family. Gorgeous venue, chapel was perfect, creek was tranquil. Wonderful fairy tale wedding!!
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User2404924 Sent on 08/20/2015
4.7 out of 5 rating
We are so excited to have our wedding at St. John's Chapel. It's a bit expensive, but it's just what we were looking for. We love that we can have a traditional wedding in the Chapel and enjoy the beautiful October weather and foliage outside at the pavilion for the reception. The grounds are beautiful and we can't wait to use the fireplace and fire pit. The additional rock work that they added in July looks amazing, as well!
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Kristen Sent on 09/28/2016
4.2 out of 5 rating
This venue is absolutely stunning and requires little to no decor. Leslie & Mike know what they're doing and have it down to a science. We got married on Labor Day, on a Monday and the price value was wonderful. Leslie and Mike were always available for questions, they had suggestions of how things should work and would offer that to you, but also let you have some reign. Planning my wedding in just 10wks paired perfectly with their experience, references, and planning. I was a pretty laid back bride and Leslie helped provide the structure and plans for the day. This location is even more beautiful than in pictures -- it was truly the perfect place for us to get married. It was absolutely beautiful and the day was more than I ever could have imagined!

I loved everything that was included in booking this venue. I simply got a caterer, rented some chairs, hired a DJ and got some friends together for light decor!
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St. John's Chapel by the creek frequently asked questions

St. John's Chapel by the creek includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
St. John's Chapel by the creek includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
The space offered by St. John's Chapel by the creek for wedding events is known for:
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Religious
St. John's Chapel by the creek offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
St. John's Chapel by the creek offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
St. John's Chapel by the creek offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
St. John's Chapel by the creek offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Tables
St. John's Chapel by the creek is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.6 in flexibility and 4.5 in value.

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