Millsite Lodge Reviews
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Allison S. Sent on 11/12/2022Millsite Lodge and The Colonnade
We had our October 8, 2022 at Millsite Lodge and could not have imagined a more perfect weekend! Ranae and the Millsite team was available for every question and every detail to make sure our wedding day was a success. The grounds are gorgeous, especially in the fall, and our guests felt right at home in the on-site accommodations. Our wedding guests are still raving about the food, catered by The Colonnade. The cupcakes were a crowd favorite! If we could relive our wedding weekend at Millsite Lodge over and over again, we would!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Allison. We enjoyed hosting you, your family, and all of your fun friends. I'm most thankful that the Guardians game ended in time for your ceremony to begin. :)
Best wishes to you and Alex! -
Ashley P. Sent on 01/11/2023
December wedding
I will never forget how beautiful the set up was and how happy I was with the result of everything. The venue catering was amazing, everyone loved the food. We wanted simple but elegant and that’s exactly what we got. I will always recommend The Millsite Lodge to anyone who needs to throw a small party or wedding. My husband and I look back at our wedding videos and pictures so much we pretty much relive the day everyday.Millsite Lodge's reply:
And we will never forget your celebration. It truly was a day to enjoy your closest family and friends. What an amazing way to begin this new chapter of your lives.
All the best to you, my friend!! -
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Mary M. Sent on 11/25/2022A wedding weekend experience!
My husband and I were enchanted with our experience of holding our wedding at Millsite Lodge. What appealed to us most is that we were able to stay on the property two nights, and extend our experience with our closest friends and family. Ranae, Beth, and Jewel made the process of planning so easy, they answered every question thoughtfully and promptly. I was particularly motivated to book with them because of the decor package they offer. I do not live nearby, and I was concerned about how I would transport all the decorations, and have enough time to set everything up while I was supposed to be getting ready. The decor package took care of all of this. Devin did a marvelous job, I was OBSESSED with the table decor he put together for me. You will have zero worries day of if you book with Millsite. They are a TREMENDOUS help the day of your event, and you can focus on just being the bride. Another favorite of ours was having a send off brunch with our parents and bridal party on Sunday. It was the perfect way to end our special time together there.Millsite Lodge's reply:
Oh Mary!! What a beautiful weekend. Thank you for those words of encouragement. It truly was a pleasure working with you guys. And your photos totally captured all the love!!
Now we just have to get that hubby of yours transferred to Ohio. :) -
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Allisa C. Sent on 08/29/2022Amazing and stress free
We had our ceremony at their covered patio and it was perfect! The staff truly cares about making your wedding vision come to life.
The decorations were exactly what I was hoping, the staff was incredible, the location is gorgeous! Once you give your details to Ranae and the staff, you know your wedding is in good hands and wedding planning becomes so easy and stress free. They really are experts at making a wedding day perfect. Our out of town guests were able to stay in the multiple rooms they have right on property too!
Thank you for making our wedding dreams come true!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Allisa.
You gave all those Disney princesses a run for their money. You were able to create a magical Sunday morning. And when your Prince Charming aka Rob caught his first glance of you...priceless!! -
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Lynda A. Sent on 07/09/2022
You Wont Be Disappointed! Picturesque, Rustic Elegance
We stumbled upon The Oak while looking for a venue in a shorter than normal period of time. Not only is this property so picturesque, with the GORGEOUS Grand Oak, the pond, stream and barn, but Jewel Young and family were phenomenal in making our son and daughter in law's dreams come true! There isn't anything they aren't willing to help with. They kept in constant contact and worked diligently to make the vision come to life. Honestly just the nicest people on the planet! We are so thrilled with how beautiful the day turned out! Our friends and family are still commenting on how perfect it was! -
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Christina K. Sent on 01/15/2022Everything I imagined!!
Our wedding on 12/5/21 at Millsite Lodge was everything I dreamed it would be! We stayed in the homestead which was gorgeous, and we were able to get ready there which was really convenient. My husband was able to go fishing before the wedding and really enjoyed that. All our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was and that the food was delicious!! Ranae and Beth were great to plan with and Katelyn did a wonderful job bringing it all together! I would not change a thing; we were very happy and had a great time!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Christina.
We enjoyed working with you and Clint.
Intimate winter weddings are magical here at Millsite Lodge.
It was our privilege to be a part of your wedding celebration! -
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Ashley B. Sent on 10/27/2021Amazing Wedding Experience!
Our wedding weekend at Millsite Lodge was truly spectacular! Ranae and Dan were the most amazing hosts that went above and beyond to make our wedding celebration wonderful. The accommodations were exactly what we needed for our wedding party and close family/friends, with plenty of space for us all. We had some unexpected weather the weekend of our wedding (torrential rain Friday and extreme humidity on Saturday), but Ranae and Dan made sure to offer us numerous options to keep things running smoothly. The care and thoughtfulness they put into their family business is evident by the details and hard work they put forth during every part of the planning process. From filling in for our officiant during our rehearsal dinner, to Ranae offering me her personal jewelry when it was discovered that my own had been misplaced right before the ceremony. You could not ask for more generous and kind hosts to be a part of your special day! Any questions or issues I had were addressed immediately and it took an immense amount of pressure off myself knowing that everything was in good hands the entire planning process.
The location is stunning, and the grounds are immaculate – the perfect place for intimate and group photos! The guests all had a fantastic time exploring the grounds and the fire pit during the evening was a huge hit. The food was another huge success as we have had several people tell us it was the best wedding food they have ever had (especially the garlic mashed potatoes!).
I truly cannot say enough complimentary things about our wedding weekend at Millsite Lodge. We are so happy that we chose to start this new chapter in our lives at such a beautiful place with amazing people. Highly recommend utilizing Millsite for your wedding and any special event needs!
Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you for those encouraging words, Ashley. We love what we do. But, the best part of hosting weddings, is getting to know and work with people like you and Robert.
Keep us posted on your happily ever after!!
Blessings,
Ranae -
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Rachel W. Sent on 11/28/2021The Perfect Weekend-Long Celebration!
We enjoyed a full weekend with friends and family to celebrate our wedding, and we could not have done it without the help of everyone at Millsite Lodge and The Oak at Millsite Farm! Since many of our guests were coming in from out of town, we were able to give most of them lodging on site so they didn't need to drive all weekend. To kick off the weekend, we hosted an open reception on Friday at Millsite Lodge courtyard where we hired a local food truck (The Gaucho and The Gringa - absolutely delicious!) and had a chance to catch up with everyone the night before the ceremony. We would recommend this to any couple because it gave us time to actually spend time with so many of our guests rather than rushing around on your wedding day - trust me, you do not want to talk about where you're living or what you're doing for work on your wedding day!
Saturday morning, I got my hair and make up done in a window-filled room (so much natural light!) at The Oak where my family was staying, and Jayce got ready at Millsite Lodge where his family was staying for the weekend. The whole morning was so relaxing because we didn't have anywhere else to be - my mom and I even had plenty of time to go on a mother-daughter wildflower walk around the property. And your photographer will be very happy - there are so many different and beautiful areas of the properties that you can get to for photos!
The ceremony was stunning under the massive oak tree and exactly how I envisioned it, and Devin absolutely nailed my whimsical esthetic with decor in the barn for the reception. There were so many personal touches that made every flower and center piece so beautiful. All of our guests could not stop raving about the food! The chef made the cutest charcuterie cups and created an off-menu (and very delicious) vegetarian option for me, and we even brought in a sushi chef for cocktail hour! And then we danced - so much! We chose to have the dance floor inside of the barn after clearing tables after dinner, which let guests choose if they wanted to be in the middle of it all or take a breather and sit in the conversation areas outside of the barn. The venue was so helpful and made all of those floating pieces fit together so easily and stress-free for us.
We ended the night by inviting everyone back over to Millsite Lodge for an after party and drinks at the fire pit. The venue was sure to make sure anyone who needed it had a safe ride, and it was all so perfect. As you can tell, I highly recommend making a big beautiful weekend out of your special day with The Oak and Millsite Lodge!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Rachel and Jayce,
What a beautiful August weekend you two had for your wedding. It was our pleasure to host your families and friends.
Thank you for your kind words of appreciation. You guys are a special couple and we enjoyed taking care of you, your guests, and all the many details to make sure your wedding was all you dreamed it would be.
It's clear that you two know how to:
-have fun
-dance
-and enjoy life to it's fullest.
Best wishes,
Ranae and Jewel -
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Dianna M. Sent on 12/15/2021Our day was perfect
I loved how they helped me plan my wedding in three months. Everything was perfect for the best day of our day. -
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Bridget U. Sent on 11/22/2020Absolutely amazing!
The family and staff of Millsite Lodge went above and beyond to give us our perfect fall wedding. The first time I met with Ranae and Beth I felt so comfortable with them. They answered all of my questions with such kindness, they calmed my nerves and I fell absolutely in love with Millsite Lodge. My husband and I are from Cleveland and I never thought we would drive an hour outside of our favorite city to get married, but Millsite is such a special and beautiful place. EVERYTHING was perfect. From the houses we stayed in for the weekend, the beautiful rehearsal dinner (the caramel apple cheesecake dessert I still dream about), the wedding morning breakfast, Devon and his team that did our beautiful decor and the Colonnade who made our delicious wedding food! I cannot say enough how many people still tell us how amazing our wedding food was! The chicken marsala was out of this world! I cannot thank Ranae and Beth enough for such a perfect wedding weekend!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you, Bridget.
It was an honor to work with you big city people. :) 2020 was a crazy year, but you and Aaron managed to put together an amazing event.
It was obvious all of your guests adored you two...and, we think you guys are pretty special too!! -
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Kasey P. Sent on 08/04/2020Mr & Mrs Tony Haerr
Millsite lodge is the absolute perfect location for a wedding. It has multiple beautiful locations to hold your ceremony that can accommodate a small ceremony or a large ceremony and The reception space is perfect.
It’s so convenient having everything happen at one location. Our entire bridal party was able to stay on site for the whole weekend.
Ranae & Dan are so accommodating and awesome to work with! They are always there to help in any way they can to make sure your event turns out perfect!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Kasey.
We enjoyed having your family and friends for the weekend. Even though it was a rainy weekend; you guys were glowing. Best wishes for a happily ever after!! -
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Heather P. Sent on 01/06/2020Absolutely Amazing!
Absolutely amazing is the only possible way to describe Millsite Lodge and the Colonnade! From the first time I met Beth and Renae they made me feel like family and deciding to book our wedding at Millsite Lodge was a no brainer. After driving down the pine tree lined driveway I knew there was no other place I would want to have my winter wonderland wedding! Not only is the venue stunning to begin with, but the decorations done by the Colonnade were absolutely breath taking! I honestly could not have pictured a more perfect setup for both the ceremony and the reception!
Kate Volz is a GODDESS!! From the first time I met with her she was always there to answer any questions and help with whatever we needed! From last minute officiant cancellations to flowers and midnight questions she was always right there! She truly made our special day perfect and unforgettable! -
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Jessica M. Sent on 10/30/2019Best wedding venue location around
Millsite Lodge is the absolute PERFECT place to have a wedding.
Ranae is wonderful and beyond helpful. She has a calming affect that is key for your big day. She truly loves her job and it shows.
This place is just gorgeous! No need to drive anywhere for pictures because there are plenty of places to take photos here and the sunsets are outstanding!
I loved being able to do the ceremony and reception at the same place. Our guests loved the convenience.
Another huge perk was being able to have the entire property Friday and Saturday night. We were able to do our rehearsal dinner there as well as house a lot of our out of town (and country) guests. It took a huge stress off of us traveling at the end of the night. Plus we were able to gather around the campfire ring after the wedding for more fun.
If I were to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing... especially the location of the wedding.
You won't be disappointed if you choose Millsite for your big day!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thanks Jess! It was a joy to host your "big day". You've got an awesome family. Blessings as you begin your new life together!
Ranae -
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Heather P. Sent on 09/03/2021
Couldn't be happier
I am so very thankful to Beth, Ranae, Katelyn, Tim and the rest of the family for making our wedding such a wonderful experience. I was initially interested in Millsite because of the absolutely stunning grounds on the property, but after meeting Beth and her family I knew working with them would be such a positive experience. They were so helpful throughout the whole planning process, including having to reschedule because of COVID. What especially sold me on this venue was the ultimate decor package. Beth has collected an enormous amount of wedding decor through the years and she it to make such charming settings that are unique to each person’s style. For someone as busy as myself this was a huge blessing. When it came time for the wedding weekend the whole crew did a spectacular job. Everything took place without getting off schedule or any crazy mishaps thanks to everyone’s thorough planning and Katelyn/Tim’s execution. Having everyone stay right there on site through the whole weekend made things much less stressful and it allowed much more quality time with family and friends. The decor was gorgeous, the food was delicious and the outdoor setting in the early summer was so lovely. I got so many compliments from friends and family that the venue was gorgeous and they had a fantastic time. One family member even remarked, “We should have all our family weddings there!” -
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Courtney Sent on 06/24/2022
Best wedding ever!!
My husband and I went back and forth on whether or not we wanted to have a traditional wedding for a long time because of the “stress” that comes with it. If you’re feeling the same way, BOOK THE OAK! It is a complete stress free experience. Jewel and Beth were so great to work with, they truly care about making it a special experience for you. Our wedding day was complete magic. The property is breathtakingly gorgeous, from the bridal suite, to the oak tree, to the barn.. there is not a square inch that isn’t just gorgeous. Our guests are still talking about how pretty everything was. Our wedding coordinator, Jewel, was so very attentive. She made sure guests were escorted to their seats, especially the elderly. She made sure we didn’t have to lift a finger, so that we could actually enjoy the day! They took care of the decor, the clean up, everything! Jewel even returned borrowed supplies from other vendors for me, without asking! We were finally able to have the wedding of our dreams! Thank you to the whole team! -
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James J. Sent on 03/29/2019
Wedding and reception
I have worked for Beth for many years at the colonnade, and always herd what a great job her and the staff do. Last year I got to experience it for myself at their new location. Millsite was perfect! Beautiful outdoor location for the wedding and a chandelier lite patio for the reception. All the great food and service of the colonnade with a relaxed country setting. It was also very convenient to be able to have rooms for everyone in our wedding party to stay in, and separate rooms for bride and groom to get ready in. I could not have asked for a better experience.
Thank you Beth and millsite staff!!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Aww! Thank you Jim! It was just prefect that you and Audrey where the first complete wedding weekend couple at Millsite since we purchased the property in 2017 renovated and built the Covered Patio.. Taking care of you all Friday- Sunday, wedding party lodging, Fridan rehearsal dinner at the smaller courtyard patio, lawn ceremony by the Cold Creek and reception in the new patio! To think that when you where just a 15 year old kid ( what 10-11 years ago) busing tables at the Colonnade, that I'd get to play a part in your big day is awesome!! God richest blessing to you both!!..thanks for the review!:) -
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Katelyn M. Sent on 12/11/2020The perfect venue for everyone!
Millsite Lodge was the best place my husband and I could have dreamed to have our wedding. We loved being able to stay onsite with all of our closest friends and family. Let’s be honest.. every bride wants beautiful pictures on her wedding. This venue is so picturesque every step of the way. The dressing rooms are adorable with cute mirrors for getting ready. There are several ceremony spaces to choose from that are all beautiful and the patio for the reception is a picture perfect space to celebrate as husband and wife. We really could not have chosen a better venue😍Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Katelyn. It's always good to hear from our brides. You are right. Millsite does have lots of great photo ops. My personal favorite is of you and Cody by the creek...simply stunning!! -
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Bronson Z. Sent on 03/29/2019
Highly Recommend Millsite!
My wife and I got married July 2018. Our rehearsal dinner was held outside at Millsite - it was wonderful! The dinner was exactly what we wanted: a beautiful, secluded outdoor setting where we could spend quality time with our friends and family before the wedding day.
I also rented out the farmhouse for my groomsmen and I to spend the night and get ready for the wedding. Millsite has a game room, corn hole, and a fire pit that my guys and I were able to enjoy that night.
The farmhouse where we stayed was spacious and clean, and we each had our own room. The morning of, the guys went trout fishing in the big creek on Millsite and played pool.
The hospitality was great, too! The host, Ranae brought over a homemade breakfast for us. My wife and I loved the scenery at Millsite so much that we decided to get our wedding photos taken there! The natural, green scenery was the perfect backdrop.
Millsite was a great experience for my wedding weekend and I highly recommend it!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Thank you Bronson! We loved having you guys spend the weekend with us. Thank you for allowing Millsite to be a part of your special day! -
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Kathy Sent on 07/24/2022Guest at a wedding
The Millsite Lodge is a hidden gem for sure! We were fortunate to be guests of a wedding family, and stayed in one of the Stable rooms for three nights. The relaxing, peaceful, and absolutely beautiful setting did not disappoint. There are so many activities to enjoy inside and outside, pure relaxation, to playing board games, pool, corn hole, riding bikes, walking, fishing, and more! Then…all the wedding festivities! The rehearsal dinner was just outside our room, as was the wedding day breakfast. Such a wonderful atmosphere! Everything from the food to the set up was superb. Ranae and Dan did not miss a beat when making sure all guests were well taken care of. All the events (including the wedding reception) were extremely organized and beautifully arranged/decorated. We had time to hang around the property and enjoyed chatting with Ranae and Dan. They certainly made us feel welcome, just as though we were family. Most of the wedding party stayed onsite for a couple days/nights. Amazingly, you would not know there’s that much space to accommodate everyone, as each building is tucked away amidst all the trees, and there’s plenty of room for everyone to roam. This family certainly takes the stress out of what can sometimes be a stressful event. Side note….ten years ago, our daughter had her wedding reception at The Colonnade in Milan, Ohio. Ranae’s sister, Beth, was our event manager. Beth took care of us, helping us with so many decisions, and guiding us through this important event in our lives. This family sure knows how to plan your events covering every detail, and putting clients at ease along the way. The reception was absolutely perfect! In closing, please know whatever venue you select for your event, this family will take great care of you throughout the process. They are gems inside these hidden gems!Millsite Lodge's reply:
Kathy...you must be an author!! You remembered everything!! :)
We are so glad you enjoyed your time here at Millsite Lodge. Yes!! Kyle and Alicia's wedding was so much fun. It was great to meet you guys and help share in the celebration of two amazing families!!
Stop by and visit us next time you are in Ohio!!
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