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Price range: $14,450 - $19,000 Price range: $14,450 - $19,000
Couples usually spend $16,700 Couples usually spend $16,700
Ceremony
$1,100 starting price
Ceremony
$1,100 starting price

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About

Deerfield is a premier wedding venue located in Newark, Delaware. This lovely property, which is situated right next to White Clay Creek State Park, dates back to 1955. It began its history as the Louviers Country Club. Then, it eventually gained its present name in 1994. Now, this stunning 145 acre country/ golf club is owned by the state and is carefully tended to by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation. Couples will be able to enjoy this venue’s signature affordable elegance for all stages of their wedding and celebration.

Facilities and Capacity
Scattered throughout Deerfield’s property are a variety of indoor and uncovered outdoor site options. Regardless of your wedding party size, this venue has an ideal site for you. If you are looking for an intimate space to enjoy with your smaller sized wedding party, you can host your wedding in one of the banquet spaces. If you are planning a larger wedding, the ballroom can accommodate up to 350 of your friends and family. Additionally, this space will amaze your entire wedding party with its walls of glass. The entire facility has been attractively designed and decorated. From its columns to its manicured lawns, you will have endless elegant backdrops. There is even a suite specifically set aside for brides inside. The landscaped grounds also provide couples with lovely ceremony and reception sites. Outdoors, you will find atriums, a terrace, a gazebo, and more that you can enjoy with your wedding party.

Services Offered
The team at Deerfield can help couples host not only their wedding and reception at the venue, but also their bridal shower, engagement party, and rehearsal dinner. You will receive a personalized experience regardless of which package you choose, because team modifies each package just for you to make sure it matches your needs and budget. Couples can also add on the following services:

  • Cleanup
  • Event rentals
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Cake
  • Lighting/ sound


Cuisine
Executive Chef Mike Josephick can take care of all of your wedding-day cuisine needs, starting with your hors d'oeuvres all the way to your dessert. Chef Mike and his team can also provide you with the following options:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Outside cake
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,100

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,100

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

15

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
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Reviews of Deerfield

4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
274 Reviews
98% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Deerfield is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its professional staff, particularly Lizette, who is described as accommodating, responsive, and a true professional. The venue is commended for its beautiful setting, all-inclusive packages, and helpful day-of coordinator, with guests appreciating the seamless execution of events. Despite minor hiccups like a temporary bar closure, reviewers highly recommend Deerfield for weddings due to its flexibility, attentive service, and stunning ambiance.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Deerfield is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its professional staff, particularly Lizette, who is described as accommodating, responsive, and a true professional. The venue is commended for its beautiful setting, all-inclusive packages, and helpful day-of coordinator, with guests appreciating the seamless execution of events. Despite minor hiccups like a temporary bar closure, reviewers highly recommend Deerfield for weddings due to its flexibility, attentive service, and stunning ambiance.

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Nanie B. Sent on 07/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So it began, in November when Kurt and I needed a venue for our wedding in May! Lizette worked hard to find us a last minute spot - life changing

Please, please book here!
Lizette is so professional, understanding, and encouraging.
Deerfield provided the BULK of what you need; food and open bar, and many more included and the price is more than fair.
Day of coordinator is a true professional and effective.
The bridal attendants are super sweet.
I highly recommend this Venue.
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Delaney F. Sent on 07/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Deerfield went above and beyond

We were married at Deerfield in 2/24 and cannot recommend enough! They were professional, communicative, and well priced. The room and grounds are beautiful with ample locations for photos. Our day went so smoothly and it was 100% due to the Deerfield staff. I would not look any further!
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Morgan Sent on 07/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

From start to finish, my experience with Deerfield was amazing. Deerfield is a beautiful venue and has so much to offer depending on your vision, but it’s also customizable and you can bring things in you may want! Lizette was always super responsive and very helpful via email. My day of coordinator Ryan was amazing at handling everything and bringing our vision to life. Truly could not recommend this venue and team more. All of our guests complimented the food, service, and atmosphere. Thank you guys!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
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Real Weddings

Jeremy & Amy
33 photos · 06/08/2023
Alli & Chandler
13 photos · 07/09/2022
Joe & Sue
336 photos · 07/02/2022
Jessica & Benjamin
12 photos · 05/02/2021
Amber & Alan
50 photos · 05/25/2019
Jonathan & Yelena
25 photos · 06/11/2016

Team

Angela Kaiser
Angela Kaiser
Catering Sales Manager

Angela has been on the team at Deerfield as Catering Sales Manager since April 2006, and she has worn many hats during her tenure at the Club. She handles not only many of our stunning weddings, but events for the corporate and non-profit markets as well.

Angela’s career in the hospitality industry began at The Dorchester, London as Assistant to the Banqueting Manager in 1987. At the end of 1988 when the hotel closed temporarily for renovations she traveled to America on an 18 month Management Training Program and worked at Hotel duPont, Wilmington in the Rooms Division. Returning to Hotel duPont after assisting in the reopening of The Dorchester ~ Angela held positions as Concierge, Front Office Manager, Conference Service Manager and Reservations Manager.

Prior to joining Deerfield, Angela was the Director of Sales and Catering at the beautiful Inn at Montchanin Village, Wilmington for several years.

Angela and her husband, Rod, have a teenage daughter, Amelia. They love to travel as a family and spend time with family and friends. Angela has a passion for gardening and flowers, scouting and delicious food. She is a long time member and volunteers at the Delaware Center for Horticulture, she serves on the Ballet Guild at Wilmington Ballet and is a Co-leader of a Girl Scout Troop. Angela enjoys listening to a wide variety of music.

Lizette  Kennedy
Lizette Kennedy
Catering Sales Manager

Lizette is an event industry veteran with over 18 years of hospitality experience. Since joining the Deerfield family 4 years ago (originally in the operations department), Lizette gained experience in coordinating the award-winning Sunday Brunch, large-scale holiday dining events, and has helped orchestrate hundreds of successful weddings, fundraisers and corporate functions on the day of the event. Since joining the Sales Team, she now handles the initial contact and planning of many of our weddings, corporate events and non-profit events. She also specializes in golf outings!

Originally from Stanhope, New Jersey, Lizette graduated from University of Delaware and has since called Delaware her home. Prior to Deerfield, Lizette managed the historic Klondike Kate’s Restaurant in Newark as a Banquet Sales and Marketing director for 10 years. Lizette has a passion for supporting the community and has previously served as a member of the Downtown Newark Merchant Committee and volunteers in her spare time for the Delaware KIDS Fund which is dedicated to providing goods and services to children at risk and in distressed situations. Lizette and her husband Ryan reside in Pike Creek with their sons Luke and Gavin. Lizette and her family enjoy frequent trips to the Delaware Beaches, Charleston, and South Florida to visit friends & relatives.

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Stacy Hart Photography Stacy Hart Photography Wedding Photographers

I have captured weddings at Deerfield several times and am looking forward to shooting there again next month. The staff and coordinators are always welcoming and helpful and the venue's grounds are beautifully kept!

Kerry Harrison Photography Kerry Harrison Photography Wedding Photographers

I love photographing weddings at Deerfield! They have one of the prettiest outdoor spots in their pine grove for a perfect summer wedding.

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