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Greg21 Sent on 05/22/2025Stunning Venue
My experience at Crestview Dairy for our wedding was nothing short of amazing from the moment we started planning, we experienced impeccable service. The venue itself is stunning. The amenities of the venue were so nice, such a spacious bridal cottage and clubhouse.
Overall the whole venue seemed magical, felt like I was on a vacation! Honestly, absolutely everything provided exceeded our hopes and expectations. Lolo was amazing and always very quick to respond, making communication simple. The staff were very kind to everyone and treated us so well. Our friends and family raved for days about how incredible everything was, saying it was the perfect mix of beautiful views and unpretentiousness. The kids had so much fun playing corn hole.
Choosing Crestview for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made! -
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Emily Sent on 01/25/2025Dream Wedding
I got married here in April of 2024 and I am booking again for April 2025 for this venue to host my baby shower. I cannot say enough good things not only about the location itself, but also by the people running it.
The coolest thing about this location is that there are multiple different venues all in one. We chose to get married in the lawn between the bridal suite and the groomsman cottage with the lake in the background. It was beautiful and so convenient for everything to be so close. My husband and I got walkie talkies and were able to talk to each other all day without seeing each other. We held our reception in the barn and it was a perfect indoor/outdoor feel. We had 500 people come fo our wedding and got 0 complaints regarding parking, seating, bathrooms, or anything else. It was as smooth and seamless as one could hope.
The other vendors came straight as a recommendation from Lolo and Hal. Our photographer, who captured a wedding at Crestview before, has now become a lifelong friend because of how much fun and how easygoing she made the day. The restroom trailers were very nice and the food/ice cream trucks were the talk of the town. Lolo and Hal left the decorating up to us, so instead of it feeling like a cookie cutter wedding, it felt very personalized and specific only to us.
Lolo and Hal - if you’re reading this - WE LOVE YOU. You cannot name two better buisness owners. Their fast response times and willingness to do everything they can to make your day exactly how you want it was so meaningful. At times I forgot they were strangers because of how excited they got for us about our big day. We toured and spoke to make venues - many of which were very dry, void of any personality, and had all these random rules. But not them! Any rules Lolo and Hal put into place were respectable and understandable. They didn’t try to control what music we played, they allowed us to have our dogs (all 8 of them) in the ceremony, and they did all of these things within an acceptable budget.
First I had my dream wedding here, next I will have my baby shower here, and I cannot wait to see what next big life event I will get to celebrate at Crestview Dairy Event. -
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Katie Sent on 01/24/2025Wedding Venue
Great venue! Very beautiful. The carriage house and rooms in the bridal cottage were so convenient for the bridesmaids and groomsmen. -
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Jessica Sent on 01/24/2025Great location, great service, great accommodations!
As a bridesmaid, I had the pleasure of being part of an amazing wedding at this venue, and I can’t recommend it enough! From start to finish, the experience was stress-free and seamless, thanks to the venue's incredible setup.
The preparation area for the bridal party was fantastic! It was spacious, well-lit, and had everything we needed to get ready in comfort. We felt pampered and relaxed, which is exactly what you need on the big day.
The venue also offered ample time to set up and tear down, which made everything feel so much more manageable. No rushing, no stress – we could take our time and ensure everything was perfect.
One of the highlights was the variety of spaces for guests to mingle. Whether it was indoors or outdoors, there were plenty of areas for people to chat, enjoy drinks, and take in the beautiful surroundings.
The s’mores station was a huge hit! It added such a fun, cozy element to the evening, and guests were lining up for more throughout the night.
For families with kids, the dedicated kids’ area was incredible. It kept the little ones entertained and happy, giving parents the chance to relax and enjoy the celebration without worrying about their children.
All in all, the entire experience was stress-free and truly enjoyable. The venue had everything we could have asked for, and the team was incredibly accommodating and professional. Highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a beautiful, hassle-free wedding experience! -
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Seth Sent on 12/10/2024Amazing & breathe taking experience
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our wedding! The team was incredibly helpful, professional, and friendly from start to finish. They went above and beyond to make everything stress-free, taking care of both the setup and teardown as part of our package a huge relief for our big day!
The amenities are/were top-notch, and the environment is absolutely stunning. The venue is beautifully designed, with so much attention to detail. There are plenty of options to choose from, making it easy to customize everything to match our vision. We felt supported throughout the process, and our guests loved how beautiful and seamless everything was.
Highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a place that’s gorgeous and run by a team that genuinely cares about making your day special. 💕 -
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Kent Sent on 12/27/2023Crest View Events Space – Can’t Beat This Venue for Any Celebration
From the moment we started planning our daughter's wedding, we knew finding the perfect venue would be crucial. As the father of the bride, the pressure was on to come through. After exploring several options in the Kansas City metro area, we stumbled upon Crest View Events, and it was a discovery that made all the difference.
Location & Accessibility: Located in the Kansas City metro area, Crest View Events is convenient and accessible. Its prime location made it easy for our local and out-of-town guests to find and enjoy. The abundance of nearby lodging options was a huge relief for our traveling guests, many of whom appreciated the short commutes to and from the venue.
Capacity & Layout: Crest View comfortably accommodated our guest list of over 200 people. The spaciousness of the venue meant everyone could enjoy the celebration without feeling crowded, a crucial factor in our venue selection process.
Versatility & Weather Preparedness: With an outdoor wedding planned for September 29th, we were aware of Kansas City’s fickle weather. Crest View's covered facilities and indoor options provided peace of mind, knowing that rain or shine, the event could proceed beautifully.
Catering Flexibility: While Crest View had a list of trusted vendors, the ability to bring in our caterers was a standout feature. This flexibility allowed us to personalize the menu to reflect the bride and groom's tastes, making the event more special and unique.
Child-Friendliness: As a family that treasures the joy and liveliness kids bring to celebrations, finding a kid-friendly venue was non-negotiable. Crest View's expansive outdoor areas offered a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play, which was greatly appreciated by us and our guests with families.
Amenities: Parking was plentiful and conveniently located. The dance floor was a hit – large enough to accommodate our enthusiastic dancers and equipped with an excellent sound system for both live and recorded music.
Ambiance & Beauty: The transformation of the old Crest View Dairy farm into an event space is nothing short of breathtaking. Its rolling meadows, scenic lake, and the rustic charm of its pergola created a picturesque backdrop for our photos and memories. The bride's cottage added a touch of elegance and convenience, offering a serene space for preparation and relaxation. You owe it to yourself to visit the farm and see for yourself before you make a final decision. It’s amazing!
Service: The staff at Crest View Events were exceptional. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to making our vision come to life were evident throughout the planning process and the event itself. Hal, the owner is a great guy and Lolo, the lady that works closely with you is wonderful and made sure everything met the bride’s expectations.
In summary, Crest View Events Space is more than just a venue; it’s a comprehensive experience that caters to every need and goes beyond to ensure a memorable event. Our daughter's wedding was not just a success; it was a fairytale day, thanks to the stunning setting and superb service provided by Crest View. For anyone seeking a venue in the Kansas City area, l can’t recommend Crest View Events highly enough – it’s an absolute winner! -
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Brooklyn Sent on 11/07/2022Amazing venue
We got married on October 21, 2022, which was a Friday so we were able to have our rehearsal there on Thursday and spend the entire day there on Thursday setting up, which was absolutely amazing and so nice that we were allowed to do that. We did not have a wedding coordinator because it was just out of budget which the owner of the venue did not like but it was not something we could afford so it was just me (bride) in charge of everything which I did not mind doing.
For my review I will start with the things I loved.
The setting of the venue was absolutely breathtaking. It was beyond beautiful and made all my dreams come true. I loved that we had all the possibilities throughout the property to sneak away and do sunset photos. I loved that the tent had lights throughout so that we did not have to worry about not seeing our guests when the sun went down.
Now onto the things I did not love.
I didn't love that it was requested for all of our vendors to come out to tour the property because that is just not feasible.
I did not love that we were told "we could stay until the cops come" but at 11:00pm we were told we had to clean up and it was time to go.
I didn't love that we were told we had free rain to do really whatever we wanted but everything I suggested was told no I couldn't do that.
I didn't love that the dance floor and the dj was so far away from the head table (because we could not arrange it to be close), that the microphone kept cutting out during speeches.
I didn't love that we had to spend two hours cleaning all the tables under the tent because they were filthy and looked as they had never been cleaned. The picnic tables that we were given to use were very clean but the tables under the large tent were very dirty.
I did not love that our guests had to park so far away because they were "reseeding". It all of our guests could have been shuttled in then it wouldn't have been a problem but that wasn't the case. I feel that since it is a parking lot and the busiest time for weddings is the fall the guests should not have to park that far away. I just feel as if they were not fully prepared for us to have a wedding there, but we did and it was perfect just some minor hiccups that were frustrating along the way.
I did not love that my our wedding party, and vendors could not park closest to the reception area and had to park in the back with our other guests even though they got to the venue at 8am and was not in the way of anybody.
I didn't love that my groom did not have a place that was nice for them to get ready for the biggest day of his life. The venue uses the "grooms space" as an office as well so there was paperwork all over the table so I had our photographer take them to the loft area above the barn so the pictures were better.
Overall those are just little things that stuck out to me over the year and a half that I was planning our wedding. I would book this venue even knowing all of these things, it would have just been nice to be aware of everything that we figured out over that time. I absolutely love this venue and would still choose it over all the other venues we looked it. It doesn't compare to the other venues in the area, in my opinion.Crestview Dairy Events's reply:
Brooklyn,
Sorry for my delays in responding. We didn’t see this back when you posted it.
I am very happy that your rehearsal, your ceremony and your reception “made all your dreams come true”. I also agree that “it doesn’t compare to the other venues in the area, in my opinion”.
I also think all your criticisms were constructive and worth a detailed response. When you see some of the fixes, we are making I’m hoping you will consider a 4.8 instead of 3.8.
1. Our “selected vendors list” is a very valuable tool to our couples and their wedding planners if they have one. Based on past experience, we simply refuse to meet any vendor for the first time the day of the event. Trust me, this is to protect our guests and us from surprises. Quality vendors totally understand that rule and they only have to meet us once. Also, keep in mind that if the buffet line is one hour long and the tacos are cold, it’s our review at stake, not the vendors. In this regard, Lolo can be very helpful on choosing vendors for you to talk to.
2. We are not event planners, or wedding coordinators. That is not our business, and we don’t have the staff to do that. However, since our venue is 31 acres with multiple ceremony sites, someone has to plan out where, when and how the guests get where they are supposed to. For 200 + guests, that’s a big job. The event planner is our boss on the day of and we really appreciate what they do.
However, you gave me a good idea for events on a tighter budget. If they don’t have a wedding planner, we will attach a day-of-event form they can submit 30 days before hand. This can be filled out and signed by a friend or family member that plans to help out. We have several examples forms to choose from. This will, at a minimum, have the schedule, including whatever you need from us and the vendor details and arrival times. This means everyone involved knows what’s supposed to happen and when.
3. For the “until the cops come” statement, I apologize. That’s when we first started, and I didn’t know about all the permitting rules in both Kansas City and Lee’s Summit. However, for bonfires at Crestview Lake, we can be a bit more flexible.
4. I’m not sure what else you couldn’t do, but as venues go, we certainly have the most options for everything.
5. We do have some electrical and other constrains as to where the DJ can setup their PA system, especially for 200 guests. If the DJ equipment was cutting out, he won’t be back. Also, he should have used our single PA speaker and Mic for your toasts. This can sit wherever you want it. Sorry about that.
6. I agree the rectangular tables need to be perfectly cleaned. To improve in that area, we plan to have a separate set of tables for each location and store them squeaky clean after each event. Also, the guest sometime leaves two-sided tape on the tables, which creates a mess.
7. One reason our venue is “absolutely breathtaking” is we don’t pave our 5 acres parking lot. In fact, we maintain all of our lawns to golf-course standards. However, this summer during the worst drought in Jackson County’s history, we had to re-seed twice. Sorry about that. In the future, we will: i) Rotate the location so we don’t have to re-seed during our fall season and, ii) Use the hayride and school bus to shuttle people if they choose.
8. We do have specific parking for people who can’t walk for any reason. And we can deliver them straight to the ceremony location as another option. Regarding the parking for everyone else, you gave me another good idea. Moving forward, we will reserve the closest area (row 1) for the bridal party, the family and the vendors only.
9. As it is our “groom’s clubhouse” is already 920 square feet, with its own bathroom, a big TV, a pool table, a ping-pong table and dart board. However, on an event day, there should be nothing visible from our office next door, which is behind the curtain. That was my fault, sorry. The good news is that next season, we are moving our office so the entire building 2,200 square feet will be available to the groomsmen. (We will also use it for small parties).
Anyway, thanks again for your input. If you agree with my changes, I’m hoping you will give us the benefit of the doubt to raise your 3.8 to 4.8.
Thank you,
Hal
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