SanaView Farms Winery Reviews
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Danielle S. Sent on 11/28/2021SanaView Farms Wedding Weekend
My husband and I wanted a unique experience for our wedding day, and with our opposite personalities, SanaView Farms was the perfect location to host our dream wedding. By chance, or fate, my husband and I randomly found Sanaview Farms on a Sunday afternoon drive. We were trying to find ideas for a wedding venue, with an indoor and outdoor option, that was easily accessible for our guests who were located across the state. When we pulled up to SanView, we were kindly greeted by George – no appointment or warning on our end, but he took time out of his Sunday to give us a tour of the farm. George showed us the barn, houses, and various ceremony sites, but it was the upper-pine ceremony site that took our breath away. We could instantly picture walking down the aisle and becoming husband and wife. After discussing a variety of options and visions with George, we knew we had to schedule an official tour and book the venue immediately.
Since many members of our wedding party had a long distance to travel, we decided to rent the farm for the entire weekend. We used the farmhouse, the bunkhouse, and the bedrooms above the barn. This worked out well, for we did not have to worry about traveling and the extra cost of hotel rooms. The ladies were able to use the farmhouse as our “get ready space” and the men used the bunkhouse. My hair and make-up team came right to the property, which eliminated any travel stress and allowed us to maximize our time. We were able to spend quality time with our friends/family before and after each event with a bonfire, a visit to the lake, or a walk around the property.
The gorgeous scenery is a selling point on its own – a lake, pine trees, open land, the historic barn, etc. After booking SanaView, we discussed with our photographer the option of holding a “first look” moment. With no worry about travel or time restraints, this provided us the opportunity to be photographed all over the property throughout the day.
My husband and I chose to use SanaView Farms for our floral arrangements and we were so glad that we did. I could not have been more in love with our flowers! Prior to the wedding date, Janet and I discussed the colors, bouquets, and ceremony arch display. Because we were on-site the day before our wedding for the rehearsal, Janet was able to show me the “rough” display of the bouquets and make a few last minute changes. On our wedding day, our bouquets and ceremony arch display were absolutely gorgeous and exactly what I had imagined.
The food menu was extremely important to us, as I have a variety of food allergies, and did not want to have to worry about a reaction during our celebration. The staff was able to prepare a delicious lactose & gluten free menu which included our family recipes. The food was so wonderful, that many of our guests returned for second and third helpings.
The flexibility of the venue was one of my husband’s favorite parts. We were able to host our rehearsal dinner, bring in our own displays, lawn games, desserts, furniture, and other items needed to help us stay within our budget. The barn itself is so beautiful, that decorations were barely needed inside. I was able to surprise my husband, and our guests, by having “husband & wife” alpacas during cocktail hour. Also, our two favorite parts - my husband was permitted to display his hand-made ceremony arch on the property, and our dog was permitted to spend the weekend with us and participate in all events.
Finally, we would love to compliment the amazing, on-hand staff, George and Kevin. By the end of our wedding weekend, we named them the “dream team”. They made sure that we, the bride and groom, were the number one priority. At times, we felt that George and Kevin were reading our minds - they had furniture moved, containers filled or emptied, and decorations prepped before anyone had to ask. When questions and decisions were too overwhelming, they helped to eliminate choices and focus on the important details. When a storm rolled through 24 hours prior, they worked endlessly to ensure an outdoor ceremony was still possible. Any little detail that was out of place, they slid in to fix it before we even noticed.
As any bride will tell you, the planning process and months leading up to the wedding day were stressful and overwhelming, but our day was ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! We are looking forward to returning to SanaView Farms to celebrate our anniversary and relive our amazing wedding day.
Photos - Michael Will PhotographySanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Danielle! We can hardly believe that you took the time to remember and write about all of the details of your wedding this past summer. You are truly a beautiful person both inside and out and to write this for us, is just one example of your incredible grace and generosity. We are forever grateful that you chose SanaView Farms for your wedding weekend and we look forward to seeing you and Archie at our farm many times through the years. May you continue to be blessed in every way. Love, Janet and the team at SanaView Farms -
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Nicole S. Sent on 04/24/2024
Seriously WOWed 🥂
I mean WOW what can I say ?? THIS venue was EVERYTHING you could want ! A beautiful blank ish canvas to decorate with your own touches but they do all the lights and fabric draping ! The barn, the dining-completely-windowed area off the barn, the Pine Tree Forest (where we got married on a crisp cool Sunny day in April) was PERFECTion. Janet and the staff at the farm are wonderful with focus on farm to table foods, handmade wines and spirits, cute and clean accommodations sleeping 20 + and the ability to rent for the weekend on a whole all adds up to my dream venue wedding venue! You must try their pizzas, pastas and steaks! My guests were dazzled by the service, food, drinks and overall experience Sanaview provided. A+, 5 stars, they will knock it out of the park for you and your partner and family.SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
How fun to see some photos from your amazing wedding experience at our farm! This incredible review will be shared with our whole team. They worked very hard to ensure that things were perfect for you but they enjoyed every minute. All of the work is so fulfilling when we get to work with such a wonderful bride such as you, Nicole! You glowed the entire time and your positive energy rippled throughout our farm. You are so beautiful and special in every way and we were honored to host you and Taylor for a wonderful wedding weekend. Keep in touch and visit often. Lots of Love! -
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Ashley B. Sent on 10/09/2023
Absolute Perfection
My wife and I cannot recommend SanaView Farms more. Janet and her team are the best around. They are so genuine and treat you as though you are their family. The attention to every detail, no matter how small, was made sure to be taken care of. We had a few times during our reception with sparklers where timing had to be perfect and Janet and her staff executed it flawlessly. They made sure that your wedding day was the absolute perfect day. Our guests are still talking, even a few months after our wedding, about the venue and food. The barn and grounds are just absolutely picturesque. The covered porch was perfect for not only our ceremony, but for the dance floor as well. The food…what can I say. Absolutely amazing. We loved that it was either grown on the farm or brought in from somewhere local. To say it was the best food we’ve ever had at a wedding is an understatement and so many of our guests said the same. We would recommend SanaView Farms to anyone looking for a wedding venue. -
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Kathryn S. Sent on 12/18/2023Great and beautiful locations!
Sanaview was wonderful for our July 2023 wedding. They were so helpful in planning every step of the way. We also had them do our catering and flowers, and both were absolutely wonderful. The barn was beautiful, and overall it was a fun and stress free day. It was also very convenient to be able to rent the property for the weekend, which included some lodging. We cannot thank Sanaview enough for hosting our wedding!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Hello Kathryn! I imagine that you are enjoying memories of your warm and wonderful summer wedding on this chilly snowy day! You and Doug were amazing to work with and your calm and kind attitude made the entire planning and executing process a breeze. We put our hearts and souls into these weddings so this review means so much to our entire team here at SanaView Farms. Please come back often to visit our new Winery/Cafe and enjoy some organic wine and fresh pizza! Peace, Love, and Many Blessings to you and Doug and your entire family. -
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Brian H. Sent on 11/02/2023Best Wedding Venue in SWPA
Sanaview Farms gave us the best wedding experience! The staff was great to work with, and the food was amazing!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Thank you, Brian! YOU are the best! You and Sarah were so wonderful to work with and we still smile thinking about you and continue to enjoy your gorgeous photos. The one you shared here is one of our favorites by far. Please come by often to enjoy your winery/bar/cafe. We can't wait to see you again and throughout the coming years. Love and Blessings to you! -
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Karen R. Sent on 12/29/2022Magical, historical farm venue in the Laurel Highlands
I attended a wedding at SanaView Farms in November and was inspired to put this venue at the top of the list for my own upcoming event. The historic farm and barn were magical, the grounds are lovely and the service was impeccable. It’s also so easy to get to right off of the PA Turnpike and really close to so many great outdoor activities - ski resorts and state parks. The Laurel Highlands has been a favorite destination of mine for a long time and SanaView Farms is now on my “must visit” list any time I’m there. Thank you for preserving this lovely farm and sharing it with everyone!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Thank you, Karen! How wonderful to read this and we can't wait to see you at our upcoming cafe and winery that is under development! The wine is aging and we would love to share some with you and your loved ones. These reviews mean so much to us and for this, we are forever grateful! Many blessings to you! -
Mckayla W. Sent on 12/21/2022
Highly recommend!!
SanaView Farms exceeded my expectations for my dream wedding! The minute we arrived they were all hands on deck to help set up! They made sure everything was just how we wanted and the food was outstanding! The property is beautiful and offers many locations for a ceremony site. The farmhouse and bunkhouse were spotless for us to stay in! We didn’t have one person with a negative comment about the service and site. Our guests enjoyed it! Would definitely recommend staying/getting married at SanaView Farms!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
McKayla! My heart leaped for joy when I got online this morning to be greeted by your review. I will share this with my team as they will cherish this as a well-earned Christmas gift. You and Lucas are such a sweet and gorgeous couple and we were honored to host your special wedding weekend. We can't wait to see you again at our farm and hope that you continue to visit often through the years. All of our wedding couples hold a special place in our hearts so you will be with us always! Lots of love and blessings for a long, happy and healthy life together! -
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Nick V. Sent on 06/07/2023
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I can’t imagine anyone ever saying that they’re glad it rained on their wedding day, but that may have just been the case for us. Thanks to Janet and the Amazing team at Sanaview, our potentially wet and dreary wedding day became more than we could have ever imagined. The seemingly limitless ceremony options, the notable preparedness of the SanaView team, and the comfort of knowing we were in the best hands, made our day extraordinary.
We had searched far and wide for the right venue in Western PA, we had made the bold decision to forego a planner and manage it all ourselves; we had only a few requirements, but every venue we visited fell short until we found SanaView Farms. All we wanted out of our venue was a scenic view, the option to supply our own bar, and most importantly independence when it came to our food.
SanaView farms is gorgeous, the barn inside and out is clean, well decorated, and romantic. SanaView had plenty of bar options, however we preferred and made the decision to bring our own Liquor/Wine/Beer, and they were extremely accommodating. Our major sticking point with other venues had been the disappointing food options, or when that was the case not being able to choose other catering or manage the food ourselves, our expectations were much of the same when seeking out SanaView, but they blew those expectations out of the water. It seemed too good to be true when Janet provided us with potential menu options, including an option for an OnSite Roast Pig which was specifically what we were hoping to do! Not to mention the delicious Organic Seasonal vegetables grown on property. We are passionate about food, and it was one of many highlights of the evening.
I can go on and on about the absolute friendliness of the staff; the convenience of the lodging; the Pine Tree Grove; the Fire pit which we after partied with s’mores and music; the endless supply of beauty surrounding the property for Photos or just good old soaking it in.
Our day was more than we could have imagined. SanaView Farms made that possible. -
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Jaysie Sent on 01/09/2023
Amazing!
Janet and Amous made sure I had the wedding of my dreams! From helping everything to go smoothly to the food! (Everyone is still raving about how delicious the food was) They went above and beyond for me! Absolute Gorgeous venue!! And great staff!!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Thank you, Jaysie! We are so happy to see these beautiful photos of you and Blake because it gives us an opportunity to relive your wonderful wedding weekend! You both were so sweet and such a joy to work with and oh my, how gorgeous you and everyone and everything truly was and is. We definitely hope to see you again sometime this year and throughout the years ongoing to hopefully come and stay in one of our cozy cabins and enjoy our upcoming cafe/winery. You are the best and our hearts are happy to read your lovely comments. Take care and many blessings and stay in touch always! -
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Bethany Sent on 12/29/2022
A fairytale day
Upon driving the rolling hills to walking amongst the pines - SanaView connected with a piece of my heart! The barn is the perfect blend of classic rustic and the indoor/outdoor feel of the spacious patio was such a bonus. On-site sleeping, the ability to stay all weekend, flexible packages and kind staff are a few of our favorite things. Being surrounded by God’s wonders made for the most magical moments. We are abundantly grateful for SanaView bringing our dreams to life and will forever cherish our fairy tale of a day!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Oh my Bethany, this is one of the most beautifully written descriptions of a SanaView Farms wedding experience we've read. You have a special gift with words on top of all of your beautiful and kind qualities. After working with you to plan and execute your perfect wedding, we now consider you a lifelong friend. Peace, love and unlimited abundance of all good things to you and Scott now and forever! -
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Jamie T. Sent on 12/29/2022Beautiful, Fantastic, Breathtaking!
I absolutely loved having my summer wedding at SanaView Farms! The staff, scenery, overall vibes and experience was so amazing! We had a 22 person wedding party and the staff treated us ALL like family. Our guests still talk about how beautiful and fun our wedding was. I will recommend SanaView to everyone who wants a barn wedding! You get everything and more at SanaView! My husband and I will definitely be back to visit ♥️SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Thank you, Jamie! Oh my, you and your crew were so much fun to work with and you were not only a truly stunning bride but so kind and joyful and you made the entire weekend a true pleasure for us at SanaView Farms. We can not wait to see you again and throughout the years as you build your lives together. You will always have a special place in our hearts and a welcome seat at our table. Much love to you both! -
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Chelsea W. Sent on 12/20/2022Hands down - perfection.
SanaView Farms was absolutely perfect. Janet and her entire team are amazing people that go above and beyond to make sure you and your day go off without an hiccups. It didn't matter what I asked or recommended - they made it happen. Each and every person who works there truly cares about you and your day. They can also do everything in house which was the best thing...ever. The food was incredible... we had SO many compliments on it. I cannot recommend SanaView enough - complete perfection!SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Chelsea, you are such an incredible woman. All we could do is be amazed all weekend at seeing your beautiful smile and warm demeanor. You are Marcus are a special couple and we are certain that you will enjoy great love and a very long and happy life together. All of our wedding couples become part of our lives and we insist that you come back often through the years to keep our special friendship going. May the freedom of a life of abundance be your everyday experience. Peace and Joy this Holiday and ongoing Forever. -
Katelin M. Sent on 05/28/2023
Our dream come true wedding 7/30/22
From the first time we stepped onto this property it was absolutely breathtaking. I knew that this was a magical place. Janet and her wedding team were so incredibly helpful and worked their magic on our special day. We truly had the best experience and hope others can have the same. Couldn’t recommend this venue enough! -
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Maggie G. Sent on 01/02/2023We cannot recommend SanaView Farms enough!!
I cannot recommend SanaView Farms enough to have as a wedding venue. Their staff made our wedding day an absolute dream and they made it look easy. From the flowers, to bar tenders, to servers, to their set up and decorating; the service was immaculate. Janet McKee is incredible, she lead and directed us through the entire process. She made planning the wedding so much easier. Their entire staff's attention to detail and making our vision come true was impeccable. The actual wedding reception was phenomenal. They kept the flow of the entire event so seamless, our guests had the BEST time. The flowers, center pieces, cookie table arrangement all looked out of a movie. I cannot say enough good things about this venue. Not to mention the farm is absolutely beautiful. Dave and Sara from the staff were so attentive to our wedding, they made it so easy for us to enjoy it. We had a blast, and would do it all over with them again and again. We will never forget the incredible wedding they helped us throw. We also ordered our flower arrangements; for tables, bouquets, and boutonnieres through SanaView. They turned out better than I could have imagined! This is the best place and people to trust for your wedding! Thank you SanaView!
Photos by Caitlin Renn Photography: https://www.caitlinrennphotography.com/
Flowers by SanaView Farms: https://www.sanaview.com/farm/SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Whoa, Maggie! I am smiling from ear-to-ear but tears of appreciation are welling up in my eyes. You and Zack had such kind and positive energy that you made it all happen with inspiration and ease. We truly believe that the success of the wedding has just as much to do with the couple as it does with the venue and staff. When the staff feels appreciated, they want to do even more and they do it all with smiles on their faces. We all hope to see you and your extended family again at our farm and ongoing through the years. You are always welcome at our farm as you will always hold a special place in our hearts. Many blessings for a life filled with all things incredible. You both deserve it!! Lots of Love. -
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Juliana Sent on 10/06/2020Beautiful, Flexible, Rustic, Clean
My husband and I are fortunate to say that we chose the right wedding venue for us! As artists and do-it-yourselfers with a tight budget and an affinity for the outdoors (especially gorgeous, rustic settings like this one), space and flexibility was very important to us. It is surprisingly difficult to find a venue which offers the option of doing a lot of it yourself. Not only were we trying to keep within our budget, but we also wanted to carefully select, and in many cases construct, every little detail of our wedding. Sanaview Farms is beautiful on its own (great for pictures!) and I enjoyed enhancing what was already there with my decorations and design. The team there seem to be constantly making upgrades and we were very happy with the condition and cleanliness of everything when we arrived for our wedding weekend. On the day of the wedding, the staff was helpful in resolving a technical issue that I wasn't even aware of (my husband was, but graciously kept it from me until after!). A word of general advice about working with venues and vendors: be clear about your expectations and plans, ask questions and get things in writing. Communication is key. It will help to prevent potential misunderstandings and will make everyone's life easier. We highly recommend this venue, especially for the do-it-yourselfer who craves some flexibility to make their vision a reality within a reasonable budget. **photos courtesy of Veronica Varos Photography**SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
You are the best! And oh wow, it's the first I'm seeing some of these awesome photos. Please send more when you have time. The two of you were amazing to work with and we were glad to work behind the scenes in resolving the issue with one of your outside vendors. Please come back to visit often and possibly celebrate your one-year anniversary at our farm. Many blessings for a happy lifetime together. -
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Hannah Sent on 12/24/2021
A literal dream
WHERE DO I EVEN START???
I found SanaView in a Pittsburgh wedding community group on Facebook and fell in love with another couple’s wedding video. We went to go see it and… well, that was it.
There was so much that we loved about the farm! The way weddings support their organic farming practices, the fact that we could rent the farm for the whole weekend (no rush setting up or tearing down), the option to use the land for camping after the reception (which we and 60 of our friends took them up on)… so much of it aligned with who we are as people and a couple.
Not to mention, The farm itself is so beautiful. We honestly could have brought next to nothing and had an incredible wedding. Nature did a lot of the decorating for us! The sprawling hills, the pond on the property, all the wildflowers, THE TREES… so many beautiful trees! The air smells fresh, and my husband and I were able to spend our entire wedding day barefoot… exactly like we wanted.
After working with Sanaview for almost two years, we can say that the absolute best part about it is the people. Janet is INCREDIBLE at what she does (which is literally everything)… I honestly don’t know how she does it. She, Sara, Kevin, George and Dani are some of the kindest, most loving people… The exact kind of people you want around when you’re planning your wedding, and on the actual day itself. Anytime we needed something, they were there. Even if we DIDN’T need anything, they were there. Asking how they could help, and seeing if there was anything they could to make our day even more seamless for us. We felt so loved, held and supported by everyone who worked there, and left with all of them being friends.
I could go on and on and on about the staff and the farm itself. The people are incredible. The energy there is magical in a way that you can’t quite put your finger on, but that you can FEEL. There is literally nowhere else we would have rather gotten married.
Thank you so much to the SanaView family!!! Our wedding was a literal dream, and we are so grateful.
All of our photos were taken by Jenna Solich of Solich Photo + Film 💛SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Ok, now I'm crying! Thank you, Hannah, from the bottom of my heart. This is such a special review coming from such a special couple. We will never forget your incredible wedding weekend and look forward to having you come back to visit often through the years. Receiving this review today, on Christmas Eve, is the best present I (as the owner of the farm) could ever receive. Peace, Love, and Blessings to you and Ryan today and Forever! -
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User6055480 Sent on 12/07/2021The best possible experience for a DIY wedding!
We had our wedding here September 2021 and would do it over and over again. Extensive details below but the communication, flexibility, support/customer service, value, and their true kindness were top notch. Added bonus for location to hotel proximity, parking, extended weekend venue rental option, indoor/outdoor availability, it’s pet friendly, BYOB and the cost.
Janet, Kevin, Sara, George, and Dani were so fabulous through the time of inquiry to day after clean up. Communication was clear and professional, they were so kind and truly wanted to provide the best possible experience. They helped with anything we asked, or provided resources to get what we needed. They took the time to answer questions and just have honest conversation, which is incredibly valuable when planning your own wedding! I didn’t once feel like a ustome being rushed/pushed to make a decision.
They were more than willing to help provide some decor, stock up the coolers for the bar, and even make our signature drink. I was prepared to have it premade the day before but they wouldn’t let me - literally, they insisted on making it fresh. I’m a bit of a control freak but there comes a time in a DIY wedding you have to let go. SO GLAD I did with the SanaView team, they did not disappoint when it came to craft cocktails or creative setup.
We did the weekend rental and had the best time. The flexibility of setting up Friday and cleaning up Sunday gives you the time to spend with your friends/family instead of rushing day of. They offered to coordinate vendors for rentals but also offer the flexibility to choose your own, within reason.
The options for photos are endless- the barn, farmhouse, the greenhouse, the rolling hills, the pine forest. The venue has really great lighting at dawn and night (per my videographer) so bonus that your photos will look great all throughout the night. We did a sunset 30min shoot and it turned out incredible.
You can do as much or as little DIY as you want. It’s a great option for couples that want a unique wedding to make their own, or for the laid back couple that wants solid bones/surroundings for a minimalist vibe.
If you’re looking for a venue with options, character, and great customer service - I would absolutely recommend SanaView Farms.SanaView Farms Winery's reply:
Oh my, Justine! We saw what you wrote on Facebook and now we are seeing this too. You are amazing to write so many details about your experience at our farm. We are so grateful for your kind words and we enjoyed every moment of your wedding weekend as worked to ensure a joyful and successful event for you and your loved ones. You looked amazing too and your smile will always be in our memories. Many blessings for a long, healthy, and happy life together! Please come back often to see us and to participate in our farm dinners and cafe. Lots of Love, The SanaView Team. -
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Caitlyn M. Sent on 09/16/2020Best venue!
Sanaview is an amazing venue and the workers are the best! They helped me get through my day and anything I needed they got for me or helped me through it. Also the chef there is so good we got so many compliments on our food. They made my day truly perfect! -
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