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Mendenhall Inn is an elegant hotel wedding venue in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania that serves couples in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With two spacious ballrooms and a beautiful outdoor patio, the luxurious inn is perfect for rustic and classic gatherings with sophisticated flair. At this restaurant and hotel wedding venue, expect top-notch service and elegance that will enchant your guests.

Facilities and Capacity
The venue can host indoor and uncovered outdoor gatherings for up to 350 guests. The Grand Ballroom features decorative ceilings, a massive chandelier, and a stunning spiral staircase. The Gold Ballroom, which has an outdoor patio, is embellished with multiple vintage chandeliers. From the fountain to the railroad tracks, Mendenhall Inn has ample opportunities for wedding photographs.

Services Offered
The staff at Mendenhall Inn is ready to accommodate all of your needs. Through a range of services and all-inclusive wedding packages, they will ensure that every last detail is put into place. Their services include:

  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals

Cuisine
As a restaurant, Mendenhall Inn has an executive chef and catering team that provides white-glove service and delicious menu items, including cake and dessert. They promise to delight both you and your guests. Serving styles include buffet, plated, stations, hors d'oeuvres, and dessert. Cuisine options include:

  • American
  • Gluten-free
  • Lactose-free
  • Nut-free
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Accommodation
The hotel wedding venue has overnight accommodations available. Their packages include options for dinner, breakfast buffet, and admission to local tourist attractions. Couples and guests will love the old-world hospitality at the inn.

Other Facilities
Before the festivities, your wedding party can prepare in the bridal suite. Guests may also utilize the wheelchair access and on-site parking.

Other Services
Mendenhall Inn can host your engagement party, bridal shower, ceremony, and reception. The team also provides additional services, including:

  • Bartenders
  • Signature drink
  • Champagne toast
  • Cash bar
  • Open bar
  • Limited bar
  • Barware
  • Flatware
  • China
  • Glassware
  • Linens


History
In 1917, the farm that is now Mendenhall Inn was owned by Pierre DuPont. He also purchased the surrounding properties. Soon after, the Millhous Brothers bought the farm and turned it into a feed store. The barn was turned into a restaurant in 1968, then purchased by its current owners in 1982. In 1990, a 70-room hotel was added by the Hionis family. The Grand Ballroom was built in 1994, while the original Gold Ballroom was renovated in 2006.

Location
Mendenhall Inn is 32 minutes from downtown Philadelphia and Philadelphia International Airport. It is 60 minutes from Lancaster, 60 minutes from Reading, and 21 minutes from Wilmington, Delaware.

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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?

No

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 Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

9

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Restaurant

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?

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

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
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Reviews of Mendenhall Inn

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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
281 reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Mendenhall Inn is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple satisfied reviewers who had exceptional experiences. The staff, particularly Gianna and Dottie, are praised for their attentiveness, helpfulness, and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the convenience of having the ceremony, reception, after party, and lodging all on-site, along with the beautiful ballrooms, delicious food, and excellent service provided by the Mendenhall staff. Overall, the venue received glowing reviews for its affordability, inclusivity, and seamless execution of weddings, making it a top choice for couples.

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Mendenhall Inn is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple satisfied reviewers who had exceptional experiences. The staff, particularly Gianna and Dottie, are praised for their attentiveness, helpfulness, and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the convenience of having the ceremony, reception, after party, and lodging all on-site, along with the beautiful ballrooms, delicious food, and excellent service provided by the Mendenhall staff. Overall, the venue received glowing reviews for its affordability, inclusivity, and seamless execution of weddings, making it a top choice for couples.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 281 reviews
Google
4.5/5 730 reviews
Colleen
Colleen Sent on 11/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Mendenhall Inn throws the best wedding

We cannot recommend The Mendenhall Inn enough. We’ve received countless compliments on our wedding. From the food, to the wait staff, to the attached hotel. It absolutely does not get any better, ESPECIALLY for the price you pay. Gianna was our main contact, and she was so hopeful, thorough, and attentive to our needs. She guided us through every step of the process, taking such a weight off our shoulders. She was the best. Use the Mendenhall Inn, there’s not a better wedding venue in the area!
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Gabrielle R. Sent on 11/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our perfect wedding day!

We can't recommend Mendenhall enough for a wedding venue. We loved that their wedding packages include dinner, open bar, cake, and lodging for the night of the wedding for the bride and groom. They were also super flexible with our package so we were able to pick the option that fit our budget while still being able to add on some extra things (like the miniature desserts!) when we had some leftover funds to spend. It was very convenient to have the ceremony, reception, after party, and hotel all on site. We got married on the patio of the Gold Ballroom, and then we went right into our reception. The ceremony space and ballroom were absolutely beautiful. We got married on a Saturday in mid October, and the whole property was gorgeous for a fall wedding. The food was delicious and the wait staff and bartenders were incredible. But the best part of our experience was working with the event staff. We booked our date more than 2 years out (just for planning purposes on our end, not because of availability) and we were communicating with Gianna the whole time. She was always quick to respond to my emails with any and all questions I had along the way, and I always knew I could count on her. Gianna's attentiveness and responsiveness throughout the process alleviated all of my stress. On the day of our wedding, Gianna, Dottie, and Mario went above and beyond to ensure that everything was set up and executed exactly as we wanted. It really was the perfect day, and the people at Mendenhall made it all happen!
Kristina
Kristina M. Sent on 10/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Literally the perfect venue for us

We got married here the end of September and it was such an amazing experience. We toured the Mendenhall Inn after touring many other venues - we were about to give up and have a tiny wedding. Shout out to Dottie in the sales office because she is such a ray of sunshine. She was so so so incredible throughout the wedding planning process. We ended up using vendors that the Mendenhall recommends as well which made our day so easy to plan and had such a smooth operation. The reception was so beautiful and elegant, and honestly the Mendenhall was so much more affordable than other venues we looked at (and was just as beautiful if not more so). We had the most perfect wedding day and honestly a lot of that was due to the wonder staff at the Mendenhall. Would definitely recommend
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
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Real Weddings

Nicholas & Kelly
29 photos · 12/31/2023
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27 photos · 12/30/2023
Daniel & Shannon
30 photos · 11/18/2023
Ryan & Kristina
28 photos · 10/20/2023
Kyle & Erica
44 photos · 09/16/2023
Geoffrey & Nathalie
24 photos · 09/08/2023

Professional Network & Endorsements

17 Endorsements
Woodward Studios Woodward Studios Wedding Photographers

As a wedding photographer, the Mendenhall Inn is one of my favorite venues. Both banquet rooms also have separate rooms for cocktails/ceremonies. I adore the inclosed outdoor courtyard. The grounds are very good for photos, especially the train tracks!

VIP DJ Entertainment VIP DJ Entertainment Wedding DJs

This is an amazing venue to have any event! We have entertained many weddings at The Mendenhall Inn. They have two beautiful ballrooms to choose from and a few options for where you would like your ceremony. The staff goes above and beyond every single time! Food is delicious and always served with a smile. Highly recommended!

Castaldi's Salon Castaldi's Salon Wedding Hair & Makeup

Of any venue we have worked with, Mendenhall Inn is hands down one of the most reliable, professional & fun places we have collaborated with. The wedding team is absolutely phenomenal, and our clients are always gushing about the warm atmosphere and kind demeanor of the staff. We love working with the Mendenhall team!

Preferred Vendors
Silver Sound Entertainment
4.9 out of 5 rating , 2,094 reviews
· Wedding DJs
VIP DJ Entertainment
5.0 out of 5 rating , 744 reviews
· Wedding DJs
BVTLive Bands
5.0 out of 5 rating , 1,160 reviews
· Wedding Bands
Valley Creek Productions
5.0 out of 5 rating , 117 reviews
· Wedding Videographers
Schaffer Sound Disc Jockeys
4.9 out of 5 rating , 455 reviews
· Wedding DJs
The Master's Baker
4.9 out of 5 rating , 618 reviews
· Wedding Cakes

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Mendenhall Inn frequently asked questions

Mendenhall Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Mendenhall Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Mendenhall Inn includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Mendenhall Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Mendenhall Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Mendenhall Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Mendenhall Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
Mendenhall Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Mendenhall Inn is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.

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