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Casey M. Sent on 07/12/2024Casey and Nancy 2024
First things first, we live in Florida and had never been to or seen Merrell Estates prior to finding it on Wedding Wire and booking it on a whim. To say that we were nervous about booking a wedding venue without going there first and meeting the staff was an understatement. However, wouldn't be happier with our decision.
Our experience with Liza and the Merrell Estates staff was better than we could have imagined! From the beginning, they helped us through the entire wedding planning process and gave us advice, connected us with other (amazing) vendors, and worked with us from the beginning to end. Their team is incredible, I would recommend 1000/10.
The venue is beautiful and picturesque. Every detail is beautiful and thought through thoroughly. We opted for the luxury bride and groom suites for the pre-wedding events and we were so happy we did so. The groom's suite was fun and relaxing, providing the men a perfect place to relax, bond and have fun. The bride's suite was the perfect place to get ready, having ample room and amenities to service the bride, bridesmaids and hair/makeup staff. They even had food and drinks ready for us by the time we arrived!
One of the most notable aspects of booking with Merrell Estates is that it is pretty much an all-in-one service. Not only is it an incredible venue, but it also includes: the tables/chairs, bartending services, an in house baker, and they have the most incredible catering service (owned by Liza and Clarke Merrell). This made the process so easy for us. The food choices they provided we all amazing, and it was a hard designing the menu because we loved all the options! We had multiple family members and friends go back to their restaurant Circa 81, because the food was that good.
Every aspect of the wedding was well thought through and coordinated by Liza, her staff, and our wedding coordinator Cherish. Come the wedding day, we didn't have to think of a single thing other than walking up, saying "I Do", and having fun (which we most certainly did). Liza and Merrell Estates created such a fun and stress-free environment for us. It is hard to put in words, but we couldn't speak more highly of this venue and staff.
If you want a beautiful wedding that is stress free, fun and has amazing food, put Merrell Estates on the top of your list!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Nancy and Casey, this is so very kind of you - we are so grateful for you trusting us with your wedding celebration and for sharing such amazing feedback. It was our pleasure to be a part of your wedding day and get to know you both, we wish you guys only the very best! Thank you for taking time to share! -
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Kenzie G. Sent on 05/23/2024
Would 100% Recommend
We had our wedding at Merrell Estate and Gardens and 2 weeks later our guests are still complimenting how beautiful it was. The food was incredible. The cocktails were delicious and the Merrell Team was a dream to work with. We have nothing negative to say about our wedding planning experience and wedding day working with Merrell Estate and Gardens. We would recommend this venue over and over.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Kenzie! We loved helping you celebrate and loved all of the sweet personal touches you incorporated. It was such a fun and beautiful celebration. We wish you all only the best, thank you again for sharing! -
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Caroline H. Sent on 07/14/2024Glaza wedding
The perfect wedding venue. So beautiful and they truly take care of you and make your dreams come true!!! Liza is so helpful and allows you to take control and creates the perfect space.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Caroline! We loved helping you and Austin celebrate - what a beautiful wedding day you had! It was a pleasure working with you and we wish you all the best, thank you for taking time to share! -
Shannon F. Sent on 05/28/2024
Amazing wedding experience
Got hitched here May 17, 2024 and everything was wonderful. The Merrell family was involved in every step of planning and executing our exact vision. They checked in several times months leading up to the wedding, and all throughout the day of the wedding. Liza was there all day until very late hours of the night. And we saw her car there first thing the following morning back to work for another beautiful wedding. I have had multiple people comment and say it was the best food they’ve had at a buffet style wedding and we got comments on how fabulous the bartenders were all night. This is a family operated business who obviously care deeply about their customers and I highly recommend going to check this place out for weddings or any other event! If I could go back in time I truly would not change a thing.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Shannon, thank you for taking time to share! We loved helping you and John celebrate. You were such a fun couple and we appreciate your kind feedback. We wish you only the very best! Thank you! -
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Vanessa L. Sent on 05/22/2024The best, from top to bottom
Get married at Merrell Estate & Gardens, trust me. We booked our May 2024 wedding here because of how dreamy the Isle of Palms is. The venue and grounds are absolutely stunning and well-kept. Both sides of the bridal party has plenty of room the day of to get ready, relax, and mill around. (if budget allows, upgrade to the luxury suites, it's worth it)
Liza is a dream to work with. If it needs to be handled, she gets it done, and probably before you are even aware of it. She's incredibly organized, hard-working and an always positive energy to be around.
Food/drinks: 10s across the board! They offer a seemingly endless menu you can select from and every item was delicious. Their staff is top notch as well, our guests even commented how amazing everyone was.
Indian Beach/Emerald Isle is a hidden gem in Coastal Carolina - a location all of your guests will enjoy!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you, Vanessa! We appreciate you taking time to share these gorgeous photos and kind feedback. Helping you and Kegan celebrate was a blast - we loved getting to know you all and wish you only the very best. Thank you again for sharing! -
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Ashlyn R. Sent on 11/01/2023Such a Magical Day
The staff at Merrell Estate and Gardens made our wedding day so seamless and made us feel like the most special couple in the world. This venue is so versatile and BEAUTIFUL no matter which space you choose to do your ceremony and reception. They truly are professionals and know exactly how to run the show. We were so blessed with the best people to make our day the BEST day. They will help make your wedding dreams come true! We would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone who is looking for an amazing team to help them every step of the way during their wedding planning journey.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Ashlyn! We loved getting to know you and Marshall and help you and your families celebrate. What a BEAUTIFUL event and special day. We truly appreciate your kind feedback! Wishing you all our best! -
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Kara M. Sent on 09/24/2023
Words Don't Do it Justice!
From the moment we saw Merrell Estate & Gardens in person we knew this was where we were going to get married! Words cannot express how absolutely perfect everything was for our wedding, but I will try my best to do so! Liza and Clarke have perfectly curated a venue and atmosphere that isn't solely "well brides on their big day", "most brides do etc", "for the bride on your big day we blah blah blah", instead it is all about the couple, as an equal partnership, and creating the perfect day for both husband and wife! They have an amazing layout for ALL of the wedding party and parents to get ready and spend time together in an accessible location right where the festivities begin! We had so much room to get ready, do first looks, hangout, and enjoy our perfect day! They have backup options for if weather doesn't work out, they walk you through the entire process and are beyond patient! It also helps so much that they include so much; from areas to get ready, to ceremony placement, to reception availability, including the bar and catering and cake! Practically a one stop shop! I'm not sure what we've gotten more compliments on for the wedding between the gorgeous venue, amazing menu, and beautiful and delicious cake! Everything was simply phenomenal!! You can go as extravagant as you want to with the decorations, but because the venue is so breathtaking we chose to go simple and let it shine! 1000/10 would ALWAYS recommend!!!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Kara! You and Kyle were such a pleasure to get to know and work with - such a wonderful celebration of your love. We were honored to be a part of it! We appreciate your kind feedback, wishing you both only the very best! -
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Mike C. Sent on 07/11/2023
My dream wedding!!!!
I can't say enough good things about the Merrell Estate. From the beginning, Liza was so helpful with everything we wanted and made our wedding dreams come true! If you want a beach wedding vibe but don't want it on the sand, this place is perfect! The covered back patio was the perfect place for the reception! Having the food cooked on-site was amazing and I felt it was so fresh! Every guest told us or my parents that this was the best wedding they have ever been to and that's mostly thanks to this beautiful venue, Liza, and her team!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much Rose and Mike! We loved helping you celebrate and it was such a beautiful wedding. We are grateful for your kind feedback and loved the gorgeous photos! Best wishes and thank you again for sharing! -
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Josie G. Sent on 04/23/2023April 2023 Wedding
I cannot say enough positive things about Liza and Clarke! They have been amazing throughout the entire planning process and made everything so easy. The venue is gorgeous, they are super flexible, and have been wonderful to work with. Also, the food they catered was AMAZING. I 10/10 recommend Merrell Estate & Gardens!!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much - we absolutely loved getting to know you and your sweet family! What a fun celebration and a beautiful evening, thank you for letting us be a part of it. We wish you all the very best! -
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Mary K. Sent on 12/04/2023Perfect in EVERY way! The best venue that truly does it all!
Wow! I could write a whole book on how spectacular Merrell Estate is. From the moment I submitted an inquiry, they made me feel so special. The whole planning process was a breeze thanks to Liza, she is truly one of the best in the business. Brides, you will have so many spots for pictures and you will have guests raving about your food even a year after your wedding! The staff was beyond amazing, always checking in on my husband and I during the reception making sure we had drinks and food at all times! The charm of the estate will captivate you from the moment you tour, but it’s the staff and Liza who make your day truly magical. I couldn’t recommend this place more, brides, it is the PERFECT venue!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thanks so much for sharing - we loved helping you and your family celebrate and your vision for such a special day with so many thoughtful design details was amazing! Thank you for your kind words! -
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Mitzie B. Sent on 11/02/2022
Absolutely wonderful!
Merrill Estate & Gardens was the chosen venue and caterer for our daughter’s wedding. So glad we chose them. The venue has plenty of room for both the ladies and the gentlemen to get ready and hang out all day. We started early with the girls for hair and makeup and the guys came in around noon. The venue provided lunch and it was excellent!
It was so nice that we could stay at one location for the entire day and for both the ceremony and reception. The venue also provided food and drinks for the cocktail hour and dinner! All were excellent. I had several guests say this was the best food at a wedding that they had ever had. They have a very nice selection on their menu to choose from. They also helped us choose a signature cocktail.
The venue has many locations for photos and has options for ceremony location. My daughter was obsessed with the palm trees in the garden so we held everything outside. It was an absolutely beautiful setting for the ceremony and the couple went briefly to the sound side for sunset photos.
Dinner and dancing under the portico was perfect. Our guests were thrilled and amazed by the venue!
Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much for sharing! We loved helping your family celebrate and these photos are so beautiful! What a fun night it was. We had a great time working with you and wish Sydney and Lucas all the best! Thank you again! -
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Kendall R. Sent on 10/13/2022Amazing venue
We had the wedding of our dreams here! It was beautiful when we toured it, but seeing it with all of our design and decor on the day of the wedding was such a dream. There's a few options to choose from in terms of layout (inside or outside, where tables are placed, which direction the ceremony faces) which I really liked, and there's a quick pivot option in case of bad weather. Our weather was phenomenal in October, but it felt good to always have a back up plan. It was really helpful that Liza sent us a preferred vendor list and we chose a wedding planner from there, which was great because the planner had worked with Merrell Estate and knew the layout and communicated incredibly well. I really can't say enough great things! Worth the money.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you Kendall! We loved helping you and Mike celebrate and you sure did have an awesome party and such a gorgeous day! Congratulations, thank you for your kind feedback. All our best! -
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Sarah D. Sent on 09/25/2022
Beautiful Venue
Our wedding was an absolute dream at this coastal venue with fantastic staffMerrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thanks so much for sharing your wedding celebration with us! It was a beautiful day! We wish you both the very best! -
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Amanda S. Sent on 10/24/2022Gorgeous Beach Venue with Amazing Hospitality!
This was a dream venue! The entire team was so sweet and incredible to work with. Liza was so attentive and responsive to every email and made the planning process so easy and stress free. We met Clarke for our menu tasting and his chef skills are exceptional. Our guests were very pleased with the food and service! The in-house pastry chef, Kira, made the most delicious wedding cake and was happy to customize our wants. Liza made sure I was catered to the entire day, bringing us plates of appetizers and drinks to a private room so that we could have a moment to ourselves right after the ceremony. They escorted us across the street to take photos on the beach for sunset hour. I can not tell you how nice it was to have a venue with a catering team all inclusive. They made us feel so special and it took away an enormous amount of stress.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Amanda! We loved helping you celebrate and truly appreciate your kind feedback! It was a beautiful day and we are so glad to hear you enjoyed it! It was our pleasure to be a part of it. Thank you again! All our best wishes! -
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Taylor V. Sent on 05/25/2022Beautiful, professional, everything we dreamed of!
Merrell Estate is breathtakingly beautiful. Clark and Liza were extremely accommodating and helpful. We wish we could relive our wedding day over and over again! Would recommend this venue to anyone considering a beach wedding!Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much - we enjoyed working with you and wish you guys only the very best. Appreciate your kind feedback! -
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Justin D. Sent on 09/12/2021Unbelievable Venue & Great Team
Our wedding was unreal. It was better than we could have ever imaged. Working with Liza and her wonderful team was a pleasure. Liza worked with us planning the wedding up until the day of and then they did seemingly a million little things to make sure we had a perfect night. Professional, thoughtful, kind, creative and easy to work with.Merrell Estate & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much, Justin! We truly enjoyed getting to know you and Bonnie and be a part of your special celebration. You were both lovely and we wish you only the very best for many years to come. Thank you for your very kind feedback!
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