The 228 In Sterling Reviews
Reviews
4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
58 Reviews
96% recommend it
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Freddy B. Sent on 09/07/2023
Freddy and Leanne Wedding day
The 228 in Sterling is a wonderful place to have a wedding with the comfortable atmosphere. Great people who are attentive to all of the guests that come there. The venue is beautiful, and for the event is totally your for the time desire , making your celebration so special. I would and will recommend this venue as the best place to celebrate your wedding. -
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Tommy T. Sent on 09/19/2022
The 228 was the perfect venue for my wedding
I recently had my wedding at The 228 and it was amazing. Sharon and Maria really made the planning process easy and stress-free. The actual day went so smoothly. My favorite part of the venue is the huge grounds. We had a gorgeous ceremony under the tree, enjoyed cocktail hour on the patio, and then went into the barn for dinner and dancing. It was a beautiful night and my guests took full advantage of the fire pit roasting marshmallows. My covid-concerned guests were also very happy with the outdoor dining option under the pavilion. My biggest advice for those planning at The 228, is to take advantage of Sharon and Maria's experience. They were great and really knew what they were doing. They were really responsive by email and were really flexible even to last minute changes. The weather took a turn at the last minute and it was very hot during our ceremony. Maria and Sharon were able to provide cold water bottles for my guests, which made a huge difference.The 228 In Sterling's reply:
We enjoyed your personal touches and cool decor so much. You and Ryan were such a great couple to work with. We so appreciate your kind words and will always remember your beaker vases for center pieces. Much happiness! -
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Karen Sent on 10/10/2022
Wonderful Venue
We had our wedding at the 228 in Sterling on 9.24.22. The venue is a beautiful space from the land to the building. We had our ceremony under a huge beautiful tree on the property. There was a perfect spot outside for photos with great lighting. We had around 45 guests and it was just perfect. The staff was so helpful throughout the entire process. Items were available for rent and the staff set up everything exactly how we wanted! I would definitely recommend this venue!The 228 In Sterling's reply:
Our team strives to make each event a superior customer experience and the option for customization with your details. We are so glad you could feel the dedication they put in. Wishing you all the best,
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Susannah J. Sent on 12/08/2022Beautiful venue, affordable, and customizable!
Sharon and Marie were so great to work with from the 228! When we did the initial site visit, we could immediately picture how beautiful our reception would be there! They have the perfect blank template and so many rental options to customize decor and beyond. Their experience was also very helpful with figuring out the timeline and layout of everything. We maxed out the barn capacity, so we rented a tent for the dinner portion and had the dancing portion in the barn. We were able to bring (or rent) lawn games, have s'mores by the fire, and cocktail hour on the patio, so there was something for every guest's preference! There are some sound restrictions due to the neighbors, but it didn't end up being a problem at all for our reception - the music and microphone were the perfect volume for a fun night of celebrating and dancing. There was a drought, so the grass wasn't green for our August wedding reception, but that couldn't be helped (and we still managed to get beautiful photos :D) The day-of staff was very attentive and helpful too. Overall, the 228 in Sterling helped us keep our venue cost reasonable without sacrificing quality and beauty! -
Kamally C. Sent on 07/27/2022
Amazing experience
We couldn’t have picked a better place. The 228 is beautiful, the staff is amazing and our event was a dream come true. Our family and friends enjoyed every minute of it and they were impressed with the service and the location. Thank you for making our night so special.The 228 In Sterling's reply:
Thank you very much. Your vision was so elegant and we loved working with you and your family. Many more happy happy years! -
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Kristen Sent on 06/27/2022Excellent Experience!
My (now) wife and I got married at the 228 and couldn't have been happier with the experience! From the beginning, it was fantastic working with Maria and Sharon. I had about a million questions over the months leading up to the wedding and my questions/emails were always answered and encouraged. They have been putting on events for many years and it definitely shows. The questions I didn't think of, they did, to get every detail possible that my wife and I would want. We fully appreciated the "a la carte" aspect of the 228 and being able to pick and choose the things we wanted, and didn't want. I had the utmost confidence in Maria and Sharon leading up to the big day and the wedding day went amazingly! Part of that due to Mother Nature being on our side, but the rest went so smoothly due to our vendors, the 228 being the top one. Not to mention the beautiful property and charming barn. We wanted our wedding/reception to be a mix of elegant and rustic, and to be a fun time overall for everyone and accomplished exactly that. I highly recommend the 228 for weddings and events!The 228 In Sterling's reply:
Thank you so much! You are such a fun couple and had a clear wedding vision! It was only a pleasure to be a part of executing your decor and timeline after the months we worked together. We wish you many happy years! Sharon -
Erika S. Sent on 06/17/2022
Amazing place
Sharon and Maria were the best! Very kind, attentive and well thought out, they helped us with everything. I don't speak English so I'm using a translator, but what I want to say in a few words is that if you are looking for a beautiful place for your wedding, then it is The 228The 228 In Sterling's reply:
You and Juan are such a lovely couple. I'm glad we found a date that worked for you and that you could have the dream wedding you both wanted.
All the best
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Kim B. Sent on 05/05/2022Beautiful Evening!
We hosted our 10 year vow renewal at The 228 in Sterling. We worked with Maria. She made the entire experience stress free. We expressed what we were looking for and she helped us make it happen. She answered every phone call. She made great vendor recommendations. And, she made the whole experience beyond our expectations. The building and the grounds are absolutely stunning. Especially at night with the twinkle lights.The 228 In Sterling's reply:
So glad! Best wishes to a long and happy life together. We're glad you enjoyed the new lighting options we started offering this year.
Sharon
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Jennifer G. Sent on 12/06/2021
Excellent. Professional. Caring. Way helpful.
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Melissa B. Sent on 08/31/2021The 228 was Amazing!!!
My husband and I got married at The 228 at the beginning of August, 2021. When we envisioned our wedding, we wanted something laid-back, but beautiful and The 228 delivered. From the beginning, it was an easy process. Sharon and Maria asked about things that we hadn't even thought of. They decorated exactly as we wanted and the space was magical, from the outdoor ceremony space that we chose, to the patio surrounded by twinkle lights, to the quaint barn...it was all beautiful. The venue is affordable and completely customizable to any couple's vision. They also have amazing preferred vendors. I would highly recommend The 228 for any wedding or function!!
Melissa and KenThe 228 In Sterling's reply:
We are really happy to work with awesome couples like you. Much happiness to you and your families! Be safe and have a happy holidays! -
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Keith S. Sent on 08/11/2021
Perfect outdoor and indoor venue.
From the start my wife loved this venue. We booked the date and the team at 228 worked with us to get everything we wanted. We had the perfect day and I would not have changed a thing. Staff was polite to the guests we had everything we needed to make the day perfect. The BBQ food was awesome. perfect outdoor venue with indoor dance floor great place would do it again all over - Keith and Marion Sullivan -
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Deb G. Sent on 12/21/2021The perfect venue for a country vibe!
The 228 in Sterling hosted my daughters bridal shower in May 2021 and it was absolutely amazing. Convenient location for all of our guests and the country setting was so on point. The restored barn is rustic but with a new, clean feel. They have so many decor options available. They are flexible and helpful. You can use your own caterer, although we did use one from their suggested vender list and they were great! I loved that we did not have to share the venue with any other events for the entire day. The outside covered veranda is also nice to have, so guest can step outside. I searched everywhere from NH through MA for a venue that was affordable and flexible. Look no further, I've done the work for you! This is by far the best venue around, especially if you want a country setting with indoor and outdoor accommodations. They even did all the clean up and packed the cars for us, so we could maximize our time with our guests. My only regret is that we didn't discover it earlier for the wedding instead of the shower, as the wedding was already booked. My daughter is still talking about how perfect her shower was and how we found the perfect spot! Highly recommend this venue.The 228 In Sterling's reply:
You are so generous. Thank you for your kind words. We really love working with clients to make their visions a reality and within their budgets. Thank you for choosing The 228 and wishing a safe and happy holidays to your family! Sharon -
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Lacey Sent on 11/24/2020I wish i could give more than 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about the 228. Sharon and Maria made our COVID wedding absolutely beautiful. We faced a lot of challenges when COVID hit, having to alter our guest count, changing everything to outdoors, ensuring we could have dancing, a bar, food, etc. They made sure that we had a healthy and safe wedding. They went above and beyond helping us every step of the way, especially during the rehearsal and day of the wedding. Our older guests were very impressed with how attentive these ladies were to making sure they made it to their seats safely and how accomodating they were.The 228 In Sterling's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words! You were such a great couple and truly focused an the important parts of a wedding- getting married, being together safely and having a fun time! It was our pleasure. The kilts were a treat too. Wishing you a happy, long life together L&D. Fondly The 228 -
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Marie Sent on 06/30/2021Our wedding 😊🤗
The 228 was perfect for us. This venue is beautiful inside and outside. Lots of room for our ceremony, Many beautiful spots for pictures, dancing. And Everyone Just loved the fire pit for s’mores. Sharon and Maria are very helpful and very accommodating. We would recommend this venue very highly. Thank you so much Marie and Joel -
Sara L. Sent on 12/13/2020
Superior Flexibility, Attentiveness & Professionalism
It would be safe to say that no one expected the 2020 wedding season to go as it did. We were one of those couples that spent much of March and April anxiously wringing our hands and nervously watching the TV as we realized that our wedding day would likely come and go without the anticipated fanfare and celebration. But in April, we zoomed with Sharon and Maria at The 228, and they oh-so kindly presented our options (which were more than thoughtful and generous), and we decided to keep our original wedding date and hold a VERY small COVID-safe ceremony on The 228 grounds with only a handful of close friends and family.
The professionalism, thoughtfulness, and flexibility that The 228 demonstrated throughout this entire process has been remarkable and truly appreciated.
If you are looking for a venue in the central / western MA area, we couldn't recommend The 228 enough. The grounds are spacious and well-kept and include a covered patio to the side of the [beautiful] barn, and a fire pit for evening s'mores and fireside fun. The staff is attentive and friendly. The barn itself is well-kept, clean and the perfect spot for customizing your Instagram-worthy event! What more can we add? Oh, you are supporting a woman and veteran-owned business too!
We can't wait to hopefully host our wedding celebration later there in 2021!The 228 In Sterling's reply:
Your group was so wonderful and laid back to work with! Happy to be a part of making your love legal in 2020 and celebrating a short time safely. "Catch you" next year for the party! Sharon -
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Mary L. Sent on 10/28/2019Amazing venue!
Right from the start Sharon was extremely helpful and gracious! We had a blast at our wedding and would highly recommend the 228 to anyone. The grounds are beautiful the buliding is quaint and rustic. -
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