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December 2023 by Christina Mantas
Wonderful place to Walk, Read, Pray(I'm told it's an event venue)Peaceful, charming, and beautiful.
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November 2023 by Justin O'Halloran
Coming from a DJ who had the pleasure of working with the staff. A++ This venue respects the vendors who work as a team to make magical events happen. Thank you to Sean and his amazing team for the work they put in! I look forward to working with this amazing team again!
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November 2023 by ThomasAndLiz Sculley
We cannot speak highly enough of Searles Castle as a venue. Shaun, our primary contact, made us feel comfortable from the very first meeting. Being that neither of us had planned a wedding before, this was a huge relief and enabled us to feel comfortable asking for advice and feedback, all of which was provided with expertise, kindness, and an open mind. The venue, which truly speaks for itself, was elegant, fun, and unique. However, the real showstopper of this venue was its staff. Despite a downpour right before the ceremony and during the reception, the day went off without a hitch. Each moment of the day flowed seamlessly and all of the staff were professional, friendly, and above-and-beyond helpful. On top of all of this, the food was outstanding. When initially choosing food, they provided us with a list of choices which was extensive and offered something for everyone’s tastes. They were also able to accommodate tweaks to what they offer to ensure the food served was exactly what we wanted. Additionally, they made separate plates for guests with allergies and children as needed. Last but certainly not least, the venue was significantly more affordable than I would have guessed given the beauty of the venue and the quality of service that we received, particularly in comparison with other local venues that we toured.We wanted a casual, fun, unforgettable wedding and that is exactly what we got. Shaun in particular deserves so much credit for the relaxed environment that he created for us leading up to and on our wedding day, and we cannot thank him enough. If you want to have an unforgettable, unique wedding that caters to exactly the type of event that you are dreaming of, Searles Castle is the place to do it!
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October 2023 by Brian Watford
DO NOT PREPAY YOUR EVENT! The event space is beautiful and staff is friendly, but whatever you do, do not prepay your event. Pay only the required deposit until the day of the even. My daughter began prepaying for her wedding, and when her fiance called the wedding off, we were out thousands of dollars over the required deposit.
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October 2023 by Mary Kate Lewis
We somehow missed Searles Castle during our initial research for a wedding reception venue. Happily, we found out about it three days before we had planned to choose a different venue. Surprisingly, the price point of Searles was similar to an average country club with much less character and rememberability. Kyle (who, sadly, left Searles shortly before our actual wedding day) met with us on very short notice and gave us a tour. We were immediately impressed with the castle and all of the surrounding grounds & everyone that we talked to afterwards who was familiar with Searles recommended it. Because of this, we chose to book our reception with Searles and our experience was a positive one overall. They were accommodating to our specific requests regarding traditions that we had, they were communicative when it came to billing and event insurance, and the wait staff were incredibly helpful, professional, and polite. Kyle was very organized and thorough when it came to making note of our requests and preferences, and he ensured that all of our questions were answered. It is evident that the team at Searles Castle is well seasoned, as our reception went very smoothly. Our guests seemed to be thrilled with the ambiance, staff, and food.
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January 2023 by Bryan Reed
This place leaves you speechless, it’s beauty is in undescribable and makes you feel like a princess in a castle.I couldn’t have had a better venue, my day went almost perfect.Kyle was an amazing coordinator and we could not have done it without him,I highly recommend this castle for any wedding.My only wish is that is lasted longer. It went by too fast. I wish I could repeat my wedding here every year!Pearl & Bryan Reed
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January 2023 by katerina zacharopoulos
This is way overdue but I really wanted to take a moment to say thank you for making our day (9/18/21) so incredibly special.I’ve always dreamt about getting married at a castle, and this one is truly a gem. The fact that it was local to us amazed me. It’s so well kept for its age. The pictures truly don’t do justice.The staff is amazing. Shaun, our wedding coordinator, is phenomenal. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and all around trustworthy. We felt so confident and comfortable with him in charge. His communication was great and always got back to me as soon as he could.The price to book our wedding at Searles Castle was very reasonable. We had looked at a few other venues (our hearts were set on this one, though) and the prices were really no different. It was a no brainer to book it. If you’re considering having your wedding here, don’t hesitate whatsoever.We still have people talking about how much fun they had and how different it was from other weddings they had been to. Also consider some of their packages they offer, along with the vendors they work with.10/10 would recommend.Thank you,Derek & Katerina Sousa
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January 2023 by Tyler Motes
Really nice place for a gathering. I think the photographers needed to move around more but it’s my understanding they’re contracted and not really a part of the castle. The 2 guys basically covered the same parts of the room and didn’t make sure to get everyone in shots. Plus did a group shot with everyone crowded together on the dance floor!?! I thought they were about to bring a small drone out to catch some footage, nope, they just acted like they had no idea how to pose folks. They didn’t even get photos of the guest when entering. I was here for my friends wedding & knowing what clients I’ve shot for expect, I was shocked at the lack of shot planning the guys had. The castle was really amazing though. Very easy to get to as well.
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January 2023 by John Spruce
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL location! Incredibly interesting piece of local history, the grounds are right out of an old Victorian Era novel, complete with towers, crenellations, arched bridges, ponds, waterfalls and flower beds. The very land itself seems to emanate with tranquility and serenity. Definitely well worth the time to stop by and visit if you're in the area!!!
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January 2022 by Heathbah
The entire team, venue, food, and experience were flawless. Special shout out to Kyle and Shaun for making our special day by alleviating any stress, providing great communication, expert customer service, and making a part of our humble lives feel like royalty. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! You won't go wrong with the staff or the location! Beautiful venue, history to amaze at, and a fantastic courtyard to just make it feel like you've gone back in time. Customization for our foods, decor, and every step were considered and highlighted during the planning. Pricing was very reasonable and the food was phenomenal. Our guests spoke about the beauty of the castle, the food, and of course our lovely wedding. Please don't hesitate to reach out to these fine folks, for a day you won't ever regret or forget!!!
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January 2022 by Grace Karl
It was simply beautiful ❤️? every thing was perfect loved ❣️ it
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January 2022 by Brooke August
You cannot ever have a more beautiful setting than this castle. Then add to that the tremendous support and willingness to aid in a perfect wedding is the staff. Shaun is possibly one of the easiest people I have ever worked with, every accommodation went through with no delay, no hassle and complete preparedness. The chef, the waiters, the bartenders, the waitress all of them serve at your pleasure to ensure a highly successful outcome. You cannot beat the pricing of the venue which is beyond fair and no matter who or what attempts to compete will never, ever be able to even start the race. Listen people , if you want a fairytale you have come home. Our guests we’re flabbergasted and could not rave enough about one of the most beautiful weddings they had ever attended.Many thanks Shaun and staff, you outdid yourselves and we will never forget the magical event of our lives.
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January 2022 by Rebecca Freeman
Searles Castle-- WOW. This whole experience was just incredible. Shaun made planning so easy and the entire staff was amazing from start to finish! They were all super accommodating and moved with a purpose, they all worked so seamlessly together. I had an accident with my foot right in the middle of cocktail hour, where I was sure I was going to have to go to the hospital, and the party would have to go on without the bride and groom. The entire staff acted immediately with first aid, getting medical attention, and even set up a hidden stool with ice under my table to elevate my foot. They all made sure I was taken care of and went above and beyond our expectations. I can’t say enough about the staff and how incredible my experience was with them all. They have an onsite catering company, and the food was so delicious! On top of all that, A BEAUTIFUL venue for a romantic, memorable, fairy tale wedding. The scenery is picture perfect, and our photos turned out phenomenally! A beautiful venue inside and outside, every inch of the castle is breathtaking. My husband and I feel so lucky to have gotten married here. If you are looking for a perfect venue for a wedding your guests will NEVER forget, book your wedding at Searles Castle!
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January 2022 by Joy Cornett
I cannot say enough about Searles Castle and all of the staff who helped us have the perfect wedding. Our wedding was August 2nd and our guests are still raving about the venue! Shaun was amazing when it came to coordinating all of the details and ensuring that everything went smoothly leading up to the wedding and especially on the wedding day. He and the rest of the staff worked tirelessly to make sure we could enjoy our wedding day without worrying about the little details. We really felt taken care of. The food was delicious and our waitress even put together a plate of appetizers to make sure we got some since we took photos during our cocktail hour. The venue itself was just stunning and I couldn’t have imagined my wedding anywhere else. Searles was the first and last venue we toured, we knew once we visited that we had have our wedding there.
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January 2021 by Kelsey Bosselait
Searles Castle is such a beautiful venue! I photographed a Game of Thrones wedding there last and it was the perfect backdrop! The interior is even more beautiful than the outside. The bridal suite was such a romantic spot to get ready!The staff was wonderful. The wedding stayed on time and everything flowed nicely.
