Searles Castle Reviews
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Kelly D. Sent on 02/15/2024Have your 'Cinderella Moment' at The Searles Castle
Are you ready for the best day of your life and the wedding of the century that will blow not only your guests, but YOU, THE BRIDE, away? Then get married at the Searles Castle in Windham, NH for a truly unforgettable start to your marriage. All 2024 & 2025 brides should be running to this location in hopes of booking it for their big day - Shaun and his team at the Castle are top-notch and made every single wish and dream we had a reality. From the initial doe-eyed visit to the site with my mother to the day after our wedding picking up our cake, the Searles Castle was a first-class vendor, treating us like royalty along every step of the way.
Shaun is a dream wedding coordinator; funny, smart, detailed, helpful, and committed to your every wish and desire. We are not local/from New Hampshire, so finding a coordinator that could meet our demands remotely was important to us. Shaun rose above all expectations, always making the time that was possible for us work and going out of his way to accommodate us. Shaun even allowed us to have our dog and ring-bearer attend each part of our wedding, from dawn until dusk. We will never get over having our little dog walk through the reception crowd and onto the dance floor. Shaun also made it possible for me to share a musical moment in the Castle on their Steinway piano with my husband that night. Being able to sneak away and go back inside the Castle for a private moment together on the piano is something we will cherish forever.
Shaun also recommended each of our vendors for the big day, and each one was an absolute ten out of ten: if we could go back and do it again, we wouldn't change a single thing. On our day we heard so many guests say that we had the most beautiful wedding they have ever seen and are now receiving the same comments on our wedding photos. I am still in shock at how our flowers, photos, and cake turned out - better than I had or could ever imagine! Shaun and The Searles Castle exceeded every hope and dream we had for our wedding: from the horse-drawn carriage to throwing the bouquet/garter from the tower, thank you for the day beyond our dreams.
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Madison G. Sent on 07/19/2023Best Venue Ever
We had multiple people tell us this was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to. The venue and service is amazing, we had the best day ever. 100% recommend. -
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Shayna R. Sent on 06/27/2023Most beautiful venue with the best staff!!!
I couldn't recommend Searles Castle at NHC Events more. Kyle was incredible and so was the staff. Kyle is organized and professional. Kyle was on top of everything. He left no stone unturned. Even when I was very sick Kyle and his staff were second to none. Ethan, was incredible. The castle is stunning. The food was delicious, I know from our tastings and from all of guests reviews. The professionalism shown throughout the entire process was empecable. Out guests had the time of their lives and were blown away by the attention to even the smallest details and how beautiful the venue was. We were told it was one of the most gorgeous weddings our guests had been to. Kyle coordinated with all the vendors so we knew everything would go smoothly. Kyle extended the night. I started feeling better with five minutes left of our night and he extended it for me so I could at least dance for a few minutes to celebrate our wedding.
The staff at Searles Castle were awesome. They were so professional and polite. They went above and beyond the entire night. They brought me ginger-ale and crackers. They kept checking on me and apologizing so genuinely that I was sick. The bartenders were great to the guests as well. -
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Samantha Sent on 06/25/2023Everything was just amazing
I was hesitant at first thinking a wedding at a castle would be so expensive, but my husband and I toured regardless because of how close we lived to the venue. I am beyond happy that we went with Searles; 1.) Cheaper than the a certain popular vineyard in the area. 2.) We had access the entire property which I LOVED. 3.) Kyle our coordinator (Included) was so beyond helpful and professional throughout the entire planning process. Even when we had a slight hiccup the day of, he was right on the ball and so easily resolved the problem (Which was primarily my fault). I genuinely felt so relaxed as far as how everything was handled, everything was SO smooth. 4.) The whole property is amazing and we had so many amazing pictures. 5.) I had MANY compliments on the food, plenty of options and the food packages were very fair (we went for buffet/Carving stations).
I could go on but to sum up my experience, they were so easy to work with. -
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Ollie D. Sent on 05/22/2023Beautiful Castle, amazing venue, MAGICAL STAFF!
I cannot say enough amazing things about this venue. It is truly a beautiful place that fit our fantasy theme so perfectly. We barely had to decorate as the castle spoke for itself in so many ways. Not to mention it was an amazing size even for our tiny wedding of 60 guests. Every experience was made magical by this venue— from getting ready in the breath taking bridal and groom suites, to the stunningly classic reception space. But the best part of this venue by far— was absolutely the staff. We had Kyle for a wedding planner and as a young couple there was so much we didn’t think of or felt overwhelmed by— but Kyle made every choice easy and we truly felt guided and educated at each point. Kyle certainly wanted what was best for me and my wife and went above and beyond to support us— even day of. I will not forget freaking out over decorating on time and seeing him kneeling in the aisle to put up our aisle flowers all by himself. He truly made our day special and he did the job of at least three people— with poise and kindness at every turn.
Sam was also fantastic! She was funny and sweet, taking care of my wife and I during our whole reception. We’re not drinkers so she made sure our table was stocked with Shirley Temples and it was such a sweet gesture that did not go unnoticed. We even got a selfie at the end of the night and both Sam and Kyle made us feel like the most important wedding that week (even if we were just a Thursday wedding lol).
Everyone was fantastic, including everyone who helped set up and the waiters bobbing and dancing all night! My wife and I have already discussed what type of events we’d like to hold in the future to ever make it back! -
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Alexandra Z. Sent on 11/03/2022WOW - best venue around!
The venue is stunning, the food is amazing, but what really makes Searles Castle such an incredible venue is the staff. Shaun and Kyle answered my many questions throughout the entire planning process. Throughout our wedding day I did not have to worry about a single thing. Before I could even think of it, Kyle had already taken care of it. Every single staff member was extremely professional, polite, and helpful, including the servers, bartenders, and the person who helped shuttle my Grandma up the hill. I cannot thank them enough for making my day so perfect! -
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Nik Sent on 10/13/2022Our fairytale wedding
Shaun and Kyle were so kind to go through everything with me before the big event. They answered everything and made the whole process so easy. A week from the wedding I was so worried about the rain and worried that we might have to move everything inside But by talking to Shaun he was able to plan out what will happen if it does rain, which have help calm my worries down to some certain level. On the wedding day, Everything went smooth and I had my dream wedding! The horse drawn carriage was the highlight I cant believe I was debating whether to get it or not, but girls if you want to feel like a princess on ur wedding day! I recommend it!! thank you all. -
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Jessica L. Sent on 07/06/2022Wow, just simply wow!
I am speechless with how our wedding came together. I wasn't sure how I felt about getting married in a castle because I'm not a princess type of girl but let me tell you, even if that is not your vibe, this place is so much more. The character of the castle is gorgeous. The location was great for our friends and family, only about 40 minutes north of Boston and it's right off of the highway. The castle wasn't the only thing that made me say yes to our venue, Shaun was a huge reason. Shaun was awesome to work with, you can tell that he takes pride in what he does. He explained everything to us, he was upfront and honest and we knew we were in great hands. Though we didn't work with Kyle as much as Shaun, Kyle is so professional and kind, he is also amazing at what he does. The entire staff was pleasant to work with, they were working under a bunch of stress but you wouldn't have noticed, everything flowed so well. I have to say, if you're thinking about getting married here, you must have the mashed potatoes as a passed hor d'eourve, if you really want to leave a lasting memory on your guest, make sure you put these on your menu. Speaking of menu, the food was delicious! We also got married on a 95 degree day in May, Shaun made sure our guests had access to a water station for the ceremony. The set up of our tables was executed perfectly, everything was just beautiful. I really can not thank Shaun and his amazing team for giving us the most perfect wedding on that hot day on May 21st. -
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Joy C. Sent on 10/12/2021
The most magical wedding
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.Searles Castle's reply:
Joy & Matthew C. - we are so happy to hear from you and enjoyed every minute of being allowed to participate in your perfect day! Thank you for taking the time to share your happiness and accept our sincere wishes for many many years of wedded bliss! -
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Rebecca Y. Sent on 08/13/2021Just- Incredible! WOW!
Searles Castle-- WOW. This whole experience was just incredible, and the castle gave us everything we needed. Shaun made planning so easy! Not only that, but 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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Briana T. Sent on 08/05/2021Dream Come True
Thank you to the team at Searles Castle! We had a dream of a wedding and we are so thankful. The new tent was breathtaking, the food was exquisite, and the new stone work was the perfect backdrop for our ceremony! Attached photos are by Jennifer Halla www.jhallaphotography.com -
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Rashmi R. Sent on 01/05/2021
The best place ever!!
This was the best decision ever!! Shaun and his team took all the wedding stress away from us. The place is beautiful!!!!! The people are terrific! Shaun made the wedding planning extremely stress free and is an absolutely amazing person. The food was mind blowing, especially the hors d'oeuvre. The team us absolutely dedicated. I cannot thank Shaun, Tyler, Kyle, and all other amazing people whose names I am missing worked so hard to make our day so easy and memorable. -
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Shawn H. Sent on 09/13/2019Saying They're 10 Star Isn't Enough Stars!
Shaun has been beyond amazing to work with. He is very quick to reply to an email (and I send 1 every time I have a question!!). We've been able to take several tours of the castle and enjoy a menu tasting. I HIGHLY recommend Searles Castle to anyone. Not only is it a castle (which is special in itself), you're treated as if you're royalty by the staff. They've been beyond outstanding - worthy of a 10 star review, but earning 100 stars. -
Jessica C. Sent on 08/16/2020
Amazing Experience
I can't say enough good things about this venue. We worked with Shaun, who is just amazing at his job. Anything and everything we needed or wanted was taken care of. They allowed us to postpone due to COVID-19 and followed all safety protocols, making us and our guests feel very comfortable. The castle and grounds are absolutely stunning. This is such a special and beautiful place to get married. -
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Leslye Z. Sent on 08/20/2020Superb, Elegant and Picturesque
Shaun and the staff of NEC Events to the rescue! After the original wedding venue canceled, we were lucky enough to find picturesque Searles Castle. In less than two months, they were able to create the perfect and elegant wedding for our son and daughter-in-law. From start to finish, Shaun was on top of every detail. His willingness to meet us on our schedule and accommodate our special requests proved that it was fate that brought us to the castle. The staff coordinated the entire day taking all the pressure off the bridal party and our family. We highly recommend Searles Castle to anyone planning their special day. -
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Grace Sent on 10/28/2019Beyond a fairytale
I seriously cannot begin to put into words how PERFECT our wedding was. From the time we toured Searles to the morning we picked up our decorations the morning after, this team was a dream. I'm a crazy level of detail-oriented and they didn't bat an eye from the many emails and texts I sent in the year we planned our wedding. Super responsive, super helpful and incredibly organized the day of the wedding. I knew I was going to be nervous but somehow it was alleviated with how calm they were all weekend. They set everything up, steamed our dresses, handled vendor deliveries and packaged it up in a nice easy clean-up to go. Not to mention our guests were blown away with how cool the castle was! All around perfect. You won't regret a wedding at Searles Castle!
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