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Paige Sent on 08/19/2026Beautiful Wedding Venue
The moment we toured Pinecroft Estate, we fell in love. We booked the venue that same day because it just felt so right. We got married at Pinecroft Estate in July 2026, and it was everything I had ever dreamed of and more. The property is absolutely stunning—a whimsical, romantic barn with so many beautiful little touches that make the space feel incredibly special. One of the biggest highlights for us was being able to rent the house the night before the wedding. It made the entire wedding morning so much more relaxing to wake up and already be on-site. We also loved that there are separate bridal and groom suites, allowing both sides of the wedding party to get ready on the property without accidentally running into each other. It truly felt like the venue was designed with both the bride and groom in mind. Shelley and Jeff were absolutely wonderful to work with. They genuinely care about their couples and go above and beyond to make sure everything comes together perfectly. The entire planning process felt surprisingly seamless and stress-free, which is exactly what you want when planning a wedding! Another huge benefit of Pinecroft is that you have beautiful options regardless of the weather. If it rains, getting married inside the barn is just as beautiful and romantic as the outdoor ceremony space. We were a little nervous about the weather, especially the July heat, since the barn does not have air conditioning. Even with the warmer temperatures, however, it was completely manageable and did not take away from the experience at all. The location itself is so unique. The property offers beautiful views of the French River, and there are opportunities nearby for gorgeous golden-hour photos at Thompson Dam. Our wedding photos were filled with beautiful greenery, and the property provided the most stunning backdrop. And the food and drinks were incredible! There were SO many options, and everything we had was delicious. Everything about our wedding day at Pinecroft Estate was perfect and exactly what we envisioned. We truly could not have asked for a more beautiful, romantic, and special place to celebrate our wedding. We will forever be grateful to Shelley, Jeff, and the entire Pinecroft team for helping make our day so unforgettable. 🤍 -
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Kaylin Sent on 09/02/2026New England Twilight/Forest Vibe Venue
Fair warning: this is a long and detailed review, but there is so much to say about our wonderful experience, and I hope it helps other engaged couples!
This venue is truly a hidden gem. We came all the way from New Hampshire because we couldn't find anything in our budget that offered both a forest ceremony location with that Twilight vibe (y’all know what I’m talking about) and a barn for the reception. This place had it all.
Not only was it within our budget, but SO MUCH was included. All of the linens, silverware, glassware, plates, and decorations were included in the rental fee—at no additional cost. They have lanterns, candles, card boxes, arbors, table numbers, centerpieces, and so much more. Unless you are looking for something very specific, they likely already have your decorations. There were some optional upcharges for specific styles of plates or glasses, but those were completely your choice. The only decorations we had to provide were our signage and personal items we specifically wanted. Even all of the chandeliers and gorgeous fairy lights were included!
Another huge perk of this venue is that they have their own catering and bar, so there is no need to search for and coordinate additional vendors. The food was AMAZING. You usually go to a wedding and expect the food to be mediocre, but this was the complete opposite. Everything was so flavorful and cooked perfectly. Our guests kept coming up to us throughout the night telling us how good the food was. I also have severe food allergies, and they were able to accommodate them and ensure my food was safe, with no risk of cross-contamination. Chef Dan, the head chef, told me that he has food allergies himself, which alone made me feel so much safer and more confident.
Shelley and Jeff, the owners, are the sweetest people. They were so welcoming when we first met them and were completely transparent about everything that was included and what our costs would be before we even booked the venue. There were no surprise or hidden costs that came up later during the planning process. What really stood out to us was how involved they were throughout the entire wedding. The day before, we dropped off all of our signs and personal decorations, and they set everything up for us. On the wedding day, Shelley and Jeff were there helping with setup, working alongside their staff, and even serving food—they were never just standing on the sidelines. At the end of the night, they packed everything up for us, and all we had to do was pick it up later. They even captured little moments throughout the day in both photos and videos and sent them to us after the wedding, which was such a sweet and unexpected touch.
The day-of wedding coordinator, Shauna, is AMAZING. Honestly, she was one of the biggest surprises—in the best possible way—of our entire wedding. She was included with the venue, but I truly did not expect her to do as much as she did. She went above and beyond. She took care of everything, kept us on schedule, and was always checking in on us throughout the entire day. What I appreciated most was that I never felt like I had to worry about what was happening behind the scenes. I was able to actually enjoy my wedding day because I knew Shauna was handling everything. She and the rest of the staff set up the venue exactly how I envisioned it—and somehow made it even better. My entire wedding party even kept talking about how awesome she was. I honestly cannot say enough good things about her. She exceeded every expectation we had, and I genuinely don't know how our wedding day would have gone as smoothly without her.
Bottom line: if you are looking for a forest/Twilight-vibe venue with a barn reception space, amazing food, an on-site bar, incredible staff, and SO much included in the rental fee, book this venue. -
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Alyssa Sent on 08/24/2026A True Gem
The greatest decision we made in planning our wedding was choosing Pinecroft Estate. We toured plenty of beautiful venues that didn't feel quite right. At Pinecroft, between the twinkling lights in the barn and the warmth of the welcome, we knew within minutes this was the place. Pinecroft is a true family operation, and Shelley and Jeff are real, kind people who care about making your day everything you dreamed of. That comes through in everyone who works with them, and it matters when there's so much at stake.
We lucked into a date from a cancellation, so our planning timeline was tight--about seven months. Shelley had us in motion right away and the major pieces were locked in within weeks. She connected us with vendors we ended up loving (shout out to Butch Gray, our DJ, and Shannon at Painted Gardens for the dreamy florals), which saved us from endless vendor interviews. Her design suggestions made the planning process so much easier than expected, and the decor that she has in stock is high quality and thoughtfully procured for the space-- having access to it really elevated the entire experience.
My husband and I work in hospitality and event planning, so we're particular about food, beverage, and guest experience. We warned Shelley of this, and she wasn't fazed, promising they'd get creative with us. They over delivered at every turn. The chef met every request, even individual pies in each of my husband's favorite flavors, and made a peppercorn sauce I'm still dreaming about. The meat was cooked perfectly and the presentation was clean. They accommodated our specific wine, liquor, and beer requests, and the staff, from parking attendants to bartenders, kept things running smoothly all day. Our guests, many of them restaurant people themselves, are still talking about how good the service was.
Jeff manages the beautiful grounds of the estate carefully and thoughtfully, and it shows--but--as Pinecroft's utility player, he is in the running for our MVP! When some equipment we brought with us wasn't working properly, he troubleshot the issue calmly and without breaking a sweat-- something that we are endlessly grateful for.
Alicia was an outstanding host, quick and calm and always nearby when we needed something. Shauna, was the perfect day-of coordinator, managing vendors and keeping a timeline that started behind schedule under control the whole day. When a rainstorm hit 15 minutes before our ceremony, she and the team let us wait it out instead of pushing us indoors, so we had the ceremony as planned, just a few minutes late. They got our guests somewhere dry, kept them informed, and made sure they had refreshments. Later, when we had to shift from dinner straight to dancing, the team cleared plates around our guests without missing a beat.
This isn't a cookie-cutter planning experience. There's no glossy package menu designed to upsell you at every turn. If you want to work with real people, put your money in a place you feel good about, and to create an honest, fun, and unique expression of your love, book your date at Pinecroft (and invite us so we can go back!).
Endless thanks to Shelley, Jeff, Shauna, Alicia, and the whole Pinecroft staff for making our day one none of us will forget. -
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Jenna Sent on 06/15/2026My Wedding Dreams Come True
We recently had our wedding at Pinecroft Estate, and we could not have been happier with our experience. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful and provided the perfect setting for our special day. From the grounds to the reception space, every detail created such a memorable atmosphere for us and our guests.
The food was excellent and received so many compliments throughout the evening. Everything was well prepared, delicious, and beautifully presented.
The team at Pinecroft was wonderful to work with throughout the planning process and on the day of our wedding. Everyone was professional, attentive, and helped ensure everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
We would especially like to thank Shelley, Shauna, and Alicia for all of their help, guidance, and support along the way. Their hard work and attention to detail were greatly appreciated and helped make our day feel effortless. From the very first day all the way to last minute requests. this team was exceptional and I wouldn’t have wanted my special day anywhere else!!
If you are looking for a stunning venue with amazing food and a team that truly cares about creating a great experience, we highly recommend Pinecroft Estate. We are so grateful to everyone who helped make our wedding day everything we hoped it would be. -
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Franklin Sent on 01/30/2026Twinkling lights, snow showers, and vintage charm
In the long process of finding the perfect wedding venue, I stumbled upon a small town in a rural corner of Connecticut. A beautiful estate with a historic barn, sitting on a river. I couldn't have asked for anything more perfect.
Leaving the venue after our tour, my husband and I had all but decided that this was the venue we wanted to use. The barn was the perfect backdrop for the vintage wedding we so desperately wanted to plan. Shelley and Shauna worked tirelessly through the almost 18 months we were in contact leading up to the wedding.
Determined to make sure that every aspect of our wedding was going to be perfect, they made every resource available to us. Menu options that span for pages, we were able to fine tune and hand pick every single element of our dinner, and oh boy, our guests could not stop raving about how good the food was. Everything was moist, tender, and absolutely delicious.
Knowing that our wedding was going to be the last of the season, we wanted to try and do things that no one else was doing, and Shelley and Shauna were on board for every single crazy idea I had. Adding curtains, sectioning off part of the barn for a grand reveal, timed to music, bringing antique crystal and my own salt and pepper shakers. Nothing seemed to be beyond what they deemed to be anything less than necessary.
As stressful as planning a wedding already is, planning one from the opposite coast where you are forced to be more hands off was the absolute death of me, and yet when it came down to the day, every single minute detail went off without a single hitch. My husband and I cannot thank Shelley, Jeff, Shauna, and the entire team enough for making our wedding day truly the happiest day we have ever had. -
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Lauren Sent on 10/28/2025Pinecroft is the bees knees!!!!
Do yourself a favor and include Pinecroft Estate on your list of venues to check out. We are still in a cloud over the day we had there. The place is so charming, that barn could woo anyone. Absolutely had the best day of our lives. Shelley and Shauna are wonderful, just wonderful. They took great care of us and it was clearly obvious that this wasn't their first rodeo. They run Pinecroft like a well-oiled machine, which doesn't sound sexy, but you'll find is much appreciated when it comes to the whole day running smoothly. Food was top notch and every person who worked there was a consummate professional. Cannot speak highly enough about Pinecroft being a perfect place to have a wedding!!! -
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Rebecca Sent on 08/26/2025Wedding 8.23
As soon as we toured Pinecroft Estate and met with Shelley, my husband and I knew that we had found our venue. Shelley was wonderful in coordinating every last detail, from our decor, to our menu and weekend schedules, she had everything covered. We loved that they had so much decor inventory to choose from that made it easy to personalize our day. Our guests raved about the food, the ambiance, and how beautiful the entire day was. Our bridal party was in such good hands with our day of coordinator Shauna, everything ran smoothly and we were able to be fully present and enjoy our day knowing that they had everything under control. I can’t sing their praises and recommend them enough, our wedding was truly incredible thanks to Shelley, Shauna and the staff at Pinecroft Estate! -
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Nicole Sent on 08/24/2025Pinecroft Estate Review
Pinecroft Estate was a beautiful venue for our wedding, resplendent with hundreds of sparkling lights, rich in character, and nestled in towering maple trees beside the French River. My wife and her bridesmaids enjoyed a luxurious bridal suite for their preparations, replete with a private restroom, ample sofas and seating, and a loft reached by spiral staircase. My groomsmen were treated to an equally luxurious and comfortable suite, with direct access to the screened-in front porch, television, piano, and refined masculine décor throughout. The venue also offered a sprawling green where our guests relaxed with lawn games and cigar circles. I can’t praise the venue itself enough.
However, that amounts to less than half of what made Pinecroft Estate such a spectacular venue for our wedding. The venue’s owner, Shelley, and her staff were indefatigably professional, eagerly serving our guests throughout the night and navigating through the phases of the event seamlessly; it seemed no task was too small nor daunting for Shelley and her team. What’s more, they truly appeared to be enjoying themselves as much as anyone else present!
Of great importance to me, Shawna, the day-of coordinator, and truly the entire staff eased my beloved bride’s mind of her concerns around coordinating everyone and everything on the wedding day, taking care of it all and making the day effortless for her and I. And as if their stellar performance wasn’t enough, they did so in apparently perfect synchrony with all of our other vendors, who also worked so well with each other that we might have thought them all long-time friends. Altogether, they gave a life to the wedding from behind the scenes that elevated the experience to heirloom quality.
We want to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for crafting such a perfect day for Nicole and I, and delivering to a degree that we thought we could only dream of. Deepest blessings to Shelley and her family, Shawna, the Pinecroft Estate staff, and any other beloved couple to walk through those barn doors.
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Ashley Sent on 08/10/2025My Enchanted Wedding
Pinecroft Estate absolutely exceeded our expectations for our wedding and I can genuinely recommend this venue to any bride out there! This venue offers so much for an engaged couple and the barn is absolutely stunning on its own. The food was something our guests absolutely raved about and the wedding day service for guests AND for bride and groom with our wedding day coordinator was phenomenal. Shelley and Jeff put their hearts into every single wedding and it absolutely shows on your special day. Shelley’s communication was impeccable and she was accommodating to everything a bride could want. The bridal suite is also stunning and all of my girls were comfortable and at ease while getting ready. Pinecroft Estate is the venue that will impress every one of your guests and I cannot recommend them enough. Honorable mention to Shauna, my day of coordinator who put me first in every detail and ensured my day was as perfect as can be. Do not pass up this venue!!! -
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Chelsea Sent on 06/15/2025Pinecroft Estate
From the very beginning, our experience with this venue was nothing short of amazing. Communication was incredibly easy—every email and question was answered quickly, which made planning so much less stressful.
Shelley and her husband, the owners, truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. They are not only kind and professional, but genuinely passionate about making each wedding unique and memorable. They’re incredibly flexible, and their vision for your day is always centered around yours. It felt like they were just as excited about our special day as we were!
Shelley’s entire team was phenomenal. They were attentive, organized, and worked behind the scenes to ensure everything ran smoothly. On the day of the wedding, our coordinator, Shawna, was an absolute superstar. She handled every detail with grace and calm, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the day. Since our ceremony was held off-site at a church, Shawna and Shelley attended the rehearsal to make sure everything went smoothly. On the wedding day, Shawna was there to keep everything in order and on schedule, and we were so grateful for that extra level of care.
We’re still getting compliments from our guests about how stunning the venue is and how incredible the food was. Even when a little rain came into the picture, the Pinecroft team didn’t skip a beat. Nothing affected how seamlessly everything came together. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to book this venue, and we’d recommend it to anyone looking for a stress-free, magical wedding experience! -
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Noelle Sent on 12/01/2024
Absolutely beautiful venue for our fall wedding
We had our wedding at Pinecroft Estate in late November and it was truly a wonderful experience! Shelley, the owner, made the entire planning process a breeze, meeting up with us several times during the year and answering our many questions. She held a tasting event in the spring so we could try a bunch of entrees and appetizers for the menu, helped us in choosing decor and in general worked closely with us every step of the way. Shauna, our day-of coordinator, was also amazing to work with and really knows what she's doing. Everything went very smoothly and we were so impressed with the staff! The service was first-class, and even a week later we still have guests raving about the food. We opted for an indoor ceremony, due to weather, and the lighting and setup inside the barn made for an intimate, magical atmosphere. Thank you to everyone at Pinecroft for helping to make our day so special! -
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Crystal Sent on 10/21/2024Couldn’t have picked a better venue for our wedding!
Pinecroft Estate outdid themselves with making sure my husband and I had a fantastic wedding day. Everything was displayed and ready to go the day of. Our only job on wedding day was to walk in, get married, and enjoy our day.
Shelley was amazing to work with! She was beyond organized and quick to respond with any information needed throughout the whole planning process. Shauna is also wonderful. They are a dream team together. Both made sure our day had zero hiccups and if there were any then we for sure had no clue about them! We wouldn’t change a single thing about our wedding. Also, extra points for letting couples include their fur babies! We can’t thank and recommend Pinecroft Estate enough for their beautiful venue and dedicated workers! -
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Pamela Sent on 10/20/2024
Truly Amazing Fall Wedding!
Pinecroft Estate is an absolute dream come true! Shelley (the owner) has true insight and is a master of her craft. She worked with us and made our wedding perfect right down to the smallest detail and addressed every question we had and replied no matter how many we sent her (there were a lot...lol!) Her team is also a pleasure to work with and we didn't have to worry about a thing as they made sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. They even personally checked with each of our guests that had food allergies to address each individual's needs! The food was excellent, literally five-star quality, and the amount of apps you get is astounding! All of our friends (and us too!) are still raving about how perfect everything was! We would absolutely recommend Pinecroft Estate without hesitation. Truly an amazing venue! -
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Lisa Sent on 09/16/2024Best night ever
I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the extraordinary work that the staff put into making our wedding day so special. From the very beginning, they have been incredibly responsive and accommodating to our requests. Such dedication to excellence is truly commendable, and I cannot praise your venue enough. -
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Lisa Sent on 09/15/2024Our perfect wedding at Pinecroft 9-7-24
I cannot RAVE about Pinecroft Estate enough. From Start to the end of our night was absolutely perfect. The venue is amazing, when you go for your tour, you are like this is beautiful, and then you see it a few more times, you see the videos of other weddings and think how beautiful it is. Then your day comes, and you see your vision that Shelley and Shawna created in this barn and you are in awe of it all. From details to food ( food is delicious)and everything in between. Shelley, really does take it all on so you do not have to. Her staff is absolutely amazing, I stopped 3 of them as I was standing outside taking it all in that night so they could see what a beautiful thing they created for us. We are a week since our wedding and I still have people talking about how amazing our night was. I loved how my husband and I were making our rounds when dinner was just getting served and Shelley became our bouncer, making sure we ate. There are no hidden fees, there is no second guessing Shelley is upfront on everything. I literally could go on and on, if you have questions feel free to reach out to me if I didn’t put something in this. I’ll leave with this. If you want a absolute beautiful venue, a caring venue owner and a wedding you DO NOT HAVE TO WORRY about anything, then this is your place. If you choose to have your wedding here, you will not be disappointed and it will be everything you could have dreamed of in this beautiful quaint barn. Shelly, thank you so much for making our day more than what I imagined you are truly the best ❤️ -
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Sheri Sent on 09/12/2024My son's wedding
My son & daughter In law were married at this beautiful venue in August of 2024. The day was beautiful, the grounds were spectacular and the service from start to finish was remarkable. My family will continue to share the amazing experience we had with family & friends on their special day. We highly recommend Pinecroft Estates to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue. -
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Anna Sent on 06/02/2024Our Wedding at Pinecroft
My husband and I shared an unbelievably memorable day yesterday at the Pinecroft Estate. It still brings me to tears to think of what they made possible. Shelley and Jeff went above and beyond to provide us the highest services and make sure we had an experience that was truest to us. Their ENTIRE team was kind, respectful, attentive, and deserve praise beyond words. They were flexible from day 1, up until the last moment of our celebration. They truly care in ways I haven’t seen anywhere else. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!!!!!! -
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Brianna Sent on 09/07/2023Pinecroft Estate will take your breath away!
Pinecroft Estate was the most magical perfect place! It is absolutely beautiful, the entire place is breathtaking, from the gorgeous bridal suite that we were able to get ready in, the field by the house that had freshly fallen leaves where we took photos, to the floating deck where we held the ceremony and said our vows, each spot had its own qualities and all were beautiful! The barn is something to speak of in itself! The lights they added to it made you speechless! All of our guests have been raving about how beautiful it was! It is completely unforgettable!
Shelley and her husband were the sweetest couple and made all of the planning a breeze! I could be completely stressed out from wedding planning but then talk with Shelley and suddenly felt at ease. They were very attentive, understanding, accommodating and they had great ideas and so much available for use! The wedding would not have been the same without them! I am so happy that we chose Pinecroft for our wedding venue, it was actually the first place we looked and I immediately knew this was it! I am still stunned at how perfectly everything went! Their wedding coordinator, Shauna, was AWESOME! I have never felt so stressed in my entire life, but with her guiding me throughout the process, it was such a relief! We were able to enjoy the night and let the evening flow thanks to all of them! The day and night was absolutely perfect and I cannot say enough good things about Pinecroft Estate. We cannot wait to go back there and visit for the After Party Cafe nights! -
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Meaghan Sent on 10/13/2025The perfect venue for a rustic wedding
Our wedding was at Pinecroft Estate two weeks ago, and people are still talking about it! Everything came together perfectly. We rented the estate house for our bridal party for the weekend and everything from the house, the bridal suite, the ceremony, barn for reception, and staff… just perfect! People have been raving about the food. We have a two year old and I’d also like to say that the staff went out of their way to help keep him entertained during important moments. The ceremony site was beautiful and the barn is just incredible at night. It’s the perfect place tucked away for a fall wedding for photos. I wish I could go back and do it again 😊 -
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