Shadow Creek Reviews
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246 Reviews
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Kayla W. Sent on 04/10/2024
Best venue and Vendor, you won’t regret!
I don’t even know where to begin, Lori was amazing to work and with being a first time bride and not knowing what to expect she made the process not only easy but having such a beautiful venue made our our decision extremely easy for where we wanted our wedding! We also hired Jill Smith as our planner and florist, she’s also a manager at Shadow creek and my personal lifesaver through the planning process! Our wedding got moved up and we unexpectedly had to put together our wedding in three months instead of nine (you can imagine how stressful that is especially for a pregnant bride in law enforcement) Jill was simply a godsend for us! Lori and Jill both made our day amazing and memorable! Both extremely professional and responsive and I can’t express my Gratitude for how understanding and accommodating they were for our situation and us moving the date! Given the chance to do our wedding over I wouldn’t change a thing. Highly recommend to all our newly engaged friends and family!Shadow Creek's reply:
Kayla and Dave, your wedding was one I will remember for a long time. I've never seen so many people having their best night ever on the dance floor! Everything was beautiful and pulled together in a seamless way. Thank you for trusting us with your best day ever! -
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Nicole G. Sent on 02/26/2024
Wonderful Venune!!!
Shadow Creek was an absolutely wonderful venue for our November wedding! It is beautiful and secluded. It has a great space in the front porch especially when the doors can be open for cocktail hour. All of the main porch doors were closed by November time for our wedding, but it was just warm enough that day to have some doors open and for guests to spill out into the courtyard. The bridal suite is large and beautiful. The groom suite is much much smaller but the grooms party made do getting dressed in turns or utilizing the bathrooms as well. The staff at Shadow Creek was extremely responsive from the time we visited to consider the venue to the actual event. My only slightly negative comment would be that some of the food at dinner was a little room temperature to cold. I am not sure if this is a factor of the catering company or the actual venue as the venue does not actually have a full size commercial kitchen so the catering company had to cook and keep food warm on site by other means. Otherwise, Lori (venue coordinator) was super nice, communicative, and helpful. The other venue staff was on top of everything throughout the whole event and even helped to move our floral arch from the ceremony to the reception. Overall I would definitely recommend Shadow Creek for a beautiful wedding!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Nikki for your kind words. You and Ryan truly had a beautiful warm day and we were more than happy we could help in bringing your florals inside to share and prolong their beauty. Wishing you years of love and health! -
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Katherine B. Sent on 11/17/2023If Keith Lee reviewed wedding venues, this is a 10/10
Searching for a wedding venue is the biggest part of planning. We wanted a venue that felt romantic, rustic, peaceful, modern, and could hold more than 100 guests. But ultimately, we wanted a venue that felt special. Shadow Creek was all of that for us. When we visited, even in an empty room/blank canvas, it felt right. Lori and her team take pride in being an amazing venue and it shows in how the property is maintained inside and out. The bridal suite is a dream and the garden gives every season a chance to shine. You want summer blooms? The hydrangeas are there. You want moody fall florals? The beautiful fall foliage of Purcellville is there. Bonus points, the views are just *chef's kiss*.
Overall, Lori and her team, especially Jimmy are the very best. They make it a priority to make sure your day goes smoothly and to make sure you are happy and taken care of. You really can't ask for a better team, especially one that works so well with other vendors! Shadow Creek will make you want to relive your wedding over and over again and have your guests and family talking about it for weeks and months to come (true story). So if you're on the fence, just do it and contact Lori!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Katherine for such amazing words of kindness. We so appreciate when our clients are so happy with their big day and will have memories to cherish for a lifetime! -
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Vivian C. Sent on 10/17/2023No Words to Describe How Beyond Obsessed We Are!
We literally have no words to describe how beyond obsessed we are with Shadow Creek, Lori, and her fabulous team! From day one, Lori was soooo sweet and patient when we toured the venue. She made us immediately fall in love with her and the venue and we knew right away that we were going to be in capable hands. She was always so fast to respond via email that I felt like I was texting her rather than emailing. On the day of the wedding, Lori made me feel so stress-free and her calm demeanor immediately put me at ease, which allowed us to soak in the moments even more because the day truly does pass by so fast!
Brides, run do not walk and book Shadow Creek and their Team right away for your BIG day. It was so worth it! I promise you, you will not regret it because if I could, I would want to relive this day again and again if I could.Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you so much Vivian! I am so thankful the day cleared for you and Brandon and you were able to host your guests on the patio with the beautiful views surrounding everyone. It was a joyful day that all will remember! -
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Glenda H. Sent on 12/23/2023
Smooth Sailing
We held our wedding ceremony and reception at Shadow Creek the end of September. Everything went as smoothly as we could have hoped! The team there has deep experience, was highly professional and responded to all queries very promptly. We were initially concerned that the venue was too cavernous for our smallish wedding of 100, but they worked with us to design a furniture layout that would feel more intimate. The vendors they recommended were top-notch! Highly recommend Shadow Creek.Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Glenda! Your wedding was the perfect example of classic elegance and timeless style, right down to your and Chris' amazing dance! What a romantic evening.
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Madeline S. Sent on 09/20/2023
Best wedding experience
Shadow Creek is a beautiful barn venue with great views. Lori is so easy to work with, and everything about our day was perfect!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Maddy, I absolutely loved working with you as well as your mother and dad, they were the sweetest people ever! I am so thrilled to have had the opportunity to get to host your and Josh's big day! -
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Jessica H. Sent on 09/12/2023
Best venue with great people
When looking for my wedding venue, this was the first venue I looked at, I fell in love with it but I had to be sure I wasn't letting my excitement get the best of me so I went to one other appointment I had made at another venue. Immediately walking in I knew that Shadow Creek was going to be where we had our wedding. Lori the owner? Amazing. The way she talked about how the day would go, where you would be, what you have with them, and being overall focused on the bride and groom you could just feel the compassion and love that she feels for what she does. You obviously want your guests to have a great time, but the day is truly for the bride and groom so it was nice to see the extra care in that. We had about 150 people at our wedding, there was plenty of space for tables and plenty of room for the dance floor without it looking empty. It was perfection. No one said one negative thing about the venue. It was the absolute perfect day. Lori was always so responsive and didn't make me feel silly for asking any questions that I had. They also provided a military discount as my now husband is in the service which was very appreciated. Definitely recommend this wedding venue!!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Jessica! Your and Andrew's day was beautiful and you were such a dream to work with. Everything was perfect, including the weather! Thank you for allowing us to share in your special day. -
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Taylor Sent on 08/06/2023The most stunning wedding venue!!
Shadow Creek will go down in our friend group as the most epic wedding venue and staff! I truly cannot say enough kind words about how welcomed we felt from the moment we chose Shadow Creek to the day our wedding took place. We were in the hands of true professionals who made sure our wedding day was the best day of our lives! Each space of Shadow Creek is unique, gorgeous, comfortable, and versatile! Guests were able to mix and mingle on the porch, in the well groomed yard, and within the gorgeous modern barn decorated with purposeful decor and unique touches! Lori and her team made us feel special throughout the entire event and we had no need for a photo-booth, as Shadow Creek is so beautiful on its own that people had photo ops all over!! Thank you for giving us a day we will remember as the best day of our lives!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Taylor, you and Steve had the most beautiful day ever! You were gorgeous and the weather truly could not have been more beautiful. The hanging floral arrangement over your table was a stunner and everyone was in awe of your choice of decor.
Thank you for letting us share in your big day! -
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Amruta G. Sent on 08/04/2023The wedding of our dreams at Shadow Creek
From the moment we visited Shadow Creek and met with Lori we knew we had to book this venue. Lori was kind, helpful, and calm. She explained everything so thoroughly and then took a few calls afterward to clarify any questions I had. The venue is so beautiful it doesn't need any selling :) But Lori and team really shined as the planning process went on. They answered questions IMMEDIATELY and were available anytime we needed. On the wedding day, we were met a really large unexpected thunderstorm and all the programs we had laid out on chairs outside started to get wet. I was pretty distraught but Lori sprang into action and started drying out the ones that had been salvaged, put them into a basket and they were fine! She and Jimmy are just such professionals I was in awe. They've clearly done this a million times and done it really well. After the storm passed the venue was the most beautiful setting I've been in. Guests wouldn't stop gushing. I couldn't recommend Shadow Creek more highly. Thank you Lori and Jimmy :)Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Amy! Your and Jake's wedding was outstanding. Indeed, it was a little crazy for a few minutes, but that's when the team pulls together to make sure your day is the best ever! Thank you for your kind words, we loved working with you and your families, they were the best and so caring and thoughtful. -
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Rea S. Sent on 07/16/2023A Perfect Venue!
Shadow Creek is a fantastic venue with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. The way it's set up gives so many options for ceremony sites! We had to move our wedding indoors because of the weather and the team made sure everything was perfect.
I can't say enough good things about the experience we had. The owner Lori is amazing. She is attentive, caring, and highly responsive to emails. We never had any communication issues thanks to Lori! Jimmy is another Shadow Creek employee and he is truly a gem. He's caring and wants your wedding day to be perfect. I can't say enough good things about Jimmy! My husband and I talked about how great he was for several days after the wedding. The Shadow Creek staff makes coordinating with other vendors a breeze, which ultimately makes the couple's life so much easier!
Bottom line, is BOOK SHADOW CREEK! You won't regret it!!! -
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Meghan C. Sent on 07/17/2023Shadow Creek was a dream wedding!
The second we walked into Shadow Creek we knew that was the place for us and they sure didn’t disappoint! Lori and the rest of the Shadow Creek team were so amazing to work with. Phil and I had the absolute best day and it ran so smoothly. We got so many compliments on the beauty of the venue. It was literally everything I could have asked for and more!Shadow Creek's reply:
Meghan and Phil, your day was beautiful and you were such a great couple to work with! Everyone loved Gus and the Hitched Bar as well. Thank you letting us share in your special day! -
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Leila M. Sent on 10/11/2023
Best Venue and Staff!
I am very delayed in writing this review, but I am still on cloud 9 from my dream wedding at Shadow Creek back in June 2023. From the moment we stepped foot on the property when we were touring the venue, my husband and I knew Shadow Creek was where we wanted to get married. The venue is absolutely gorgeous both on the inside and outside. The property is very well maintained, and the landscaping and views of the farm are breathtaking. Throughout the planning process, Lori and her team were extremely responsive to any questions we had about venue, and they were extremely accommodating with any requests we had. But on the day of the wedding, Lori, went above and beyond to make sure our wedding day was perfect. Lori let my bridesmaids and I into the bridal suite early to start hair and makeup, she came to the ceremony and helped open the barn doors to make sure my entrance to the ceremony was exactly how I pictured it, and after there was a downpour 30 minutes before our ceremony, Lori was out on the patio with a leaf blower drying the stones so we could have our ceremony outside. We rented the Hitched Bar for serving drinks during our cocktail hour which was an absolute hit for our guests. We also booked the Shiloh (the Airbnb across the street from the venue) for both the night before and night of our wedding. We had an absolutely lovely stay and highly recommend couples booking!
Everything about our wedding day was perfect! My husband and I feel so lucky we got married at such a beautiful venue with kind owners who truly care about their couples and making sure they have the most amazing wedding day. I can't recommend Shadow Creek enough!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Leila for your kind words! Your and Erik's day was beautiful. Indeed, we had an unexpected weather challenge at the last minute, however, no one ever knew it and the ceremony turned out just beautiful! You mentioned you felt lucky, but we are the lucky ones to be able to host couples like you! -
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Leigh Y. Sent on 07/06/2023THE BEST Northern Virginia Wedding Venue
From the second we took a tour, Shadow Creek was our dream wedding venue. Couples come in and out of their doors every week but when it is your day the Shadow Creek Wedding team goes above and beyond to make you feel like their priority. A few examples: there was a downpour about an hour before our ceremony. As soon as the sun came out the owner Lori was outside with a leaf blower drying the patio. We were also short a few chargers for plates and Lori ran home to grab some similar ones for us to use. She even held my dress while I walked across wet grass and before I walked down the aisle. All things you might expect from a good friend or family member, but feel so special coming from a wedding venue. We had a completely stress free experience because Shadow Creek has a plan B for almost every possible situation and ensured that all of the details we went over in our month out walk through were executed exactly as we discussed. We felt so lucky to get married in such a beautiful venue with owners that truly care about their couples. The cherry on top was the guest of honor, Gus, who joined us for cocktail hour. I can’t recommend the venue and experience enough!Shadow Creek's reply:
Leigh, thank you so much for an amazing review! We are especially mindful that your wedding day is probably the most important day of your life and we want to make sure we do everything possible, on our part, to make it so. We have a wonderful team of vendors and staff who truly pull together to make sure this happens! When you are happy, we are happy! -
Becky Sent on 07/25/2023
Beautiful Venue
The staff at Shadow Creek are top notch. We could not have been happier with the support we received from them. From the day Shadow Creek opened I knew I would get married there one day. Well that day happened on May 5th and it was the perfect day. The staff at Shadow Creek were extremely helpful and made sure everything ran smoothly. I highly recommend Shadow Creek!!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Becky! Your and Tim's wedding was beautiful and so fun.
We knew you would get married here one day too :) -
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Salina K. Sent on 04/25/2023Best venue!
ShadowCreek is hands down the best venue in the Northern Virginia area. We had the pleasure of hosting our wedding reception here and it was the most incredible experience ever. My husband and I feel so lucky to have found this beautiful property. Lori and her team made the entire process very smooth and easy. They were so kind and generous to work with and we truly appreciate how Lori’s team was extremely organized. We are blessed and thankful for all the help they provided and we could not have done this day without them. All of our guests were also extremely amazed by ShadowCreek. It is beyond beautiful and everything is SO kept up (inside and outside). Thank you to this amazing team for how much hard work was put into our special day and the flexibility they provided to us and our vendors. I cannot thank them enough. ShadowCreek has our highest recommendation!!!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Salina, your and Navdeep's reception was simply stunning to say the least! We have been working and waiting with you for a very long time for this to come to fruition and it was certainly worth it! You were such a joy to work with throughout the entire process and thank you for such awesome memories! -
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Alex V. Sent on 03/29/2023Best Venue in Northern VA
My wife and I worked with the team at Shadow Creek to curate a wedding experience that blew away our attendees! Lori and her team were a dream to work with. The aesthetic of Shadow Creek can be melded into your ideal wedding vision and we were able to house 125 of our guests comfortably. All our vendors had no issue navigating the premises and setting things up in the remarkable event space. Definitely hire Gus (their horse) as well!Shadow Creek's reply:
Peyton and Alex's wedding was a dream come true for everyone. It was something that every bride dreams about and hopes for. Nothing could have been better, including both of their families, just sheer perfection! -
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Melissa Sent on 01/12/2023
Simply Amazing Venue!
Shadow Creek is the most fabulous venue!! It is beautifully and thoughtfully appointed with lovely bride and groom suites for getting ready, an all-season, enclosed patio for cocktail hour, and just a wonderful, warm and inviting space. Lori is such a joy to work with, so personable and welcoming and she made everything seamless. Highly recommend!!!Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you so much Melissa! Audrey's wedding was stunning and so much fun, have never seen such a packed dance floor the entire night. You have such a lovely family, so much to be proud of! -
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Sarah Sent on 01/26/2023
Gorgeous wedding venue, incredible staff, and Gus!
Shadow Creek Wedding & Events was the perfect venue for our 115 person rustic, cozy, Fall, November wedding! The renovated horse barn fit the feel my husband and I were looking for, between the gorgeous chandeliers, to the wood beams, to the incredible landscape (including cows!) and of course Gus, the horse. Lori and her team were incredible to work with from the moment we scheduled our first tour to our departure after the festivities. My husband and I unexpectedly moved from VA to NJ in the middle of our wedding planning and Lori helped to ensure our relocation did not hinder our walk-through and other scheduled meetings. Lori always responded warmly and quickly to our emails and made us feel at ease, even with our numerous questions. We were provided with a thorough list of recommended vendors, which was extremely helpful in our long-distance planning. My husband and I felt so taken care of by Shadow Creek and are so grateful we choose this venue. Our guests were blown away (many were from out of state and had never experienced the beauty of Loudon County). Shadow Creek, Lori, her team, and of course, Gus, went above and beyond our expectations for a wedding venue. We are so happy we chose this venue to celebrate our special day.Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Sarah! Your beautiful Fall wedding was so lush, so full of all of the warm golden earth tones that made everyone feel cozy and loved. Your flowers and decor were breathtaking, which only added to the beauty of your day. -
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Kirsten R. Sent on 11/02/2022
Shadow Creek made our dreams come true!
When my fiancé and I toured Shadow Creek, we instantly knew it was where we wanted to get married. Not only were the grounds and barn absolutely beautiful, but Lori and her team were so welcoming and kind that the venue already felt familiar and comfortable to us. The barn on our wedding day was even more beautiful than we envisioned. I will never forget walking into the space before the reception began and seeing the barn lit up with the twinkle lights and candles that we had on each table - it was such a dream. After the wedding, our guests kept telling us how beautiful the venue was, and we couldn't agree more! In addition to a beautiful barn, the grounds of the venue are stunning. After the ceremony, my husband and I took a moment to take everything in and looked out over the beautiful hills and the cows roaming it. It was so peaceful, and an image that I will always remember. Shadow Creek made our dreams come true! We would highly recommend it to anyone.Shadow Creek's reply:
Thank you Kirsten for all the kind words! Your and Jake's day was beautiful. When you had the chance to see the reception room revealed to you for the first time, it was stunning! Rick did a spectacular job and it looked like a fairy tale. I'm so happy you enjoyed the rolling meadows and the serenity of the property. -
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