Royalty, Gorgeous, Stunning, Beautiful, Wow! These words appeared frequently in Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury’s online reviews, and anyone who has been here can attest to the fact that these reactions are real. This New Jersey wedding venue sits on eighteen acres, and is known for its dreamlike scenery, elegance and breathtaking view. It’s a dream come true for couples looking to celebrate their love in a venue that caters to their needs and prioritizes overall satisfaction. If that is you, Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is here to serve. And, so are we. This article explores Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury cost, hidden fees, cost-saving tips, vendor rules, and suggestions to help you plan your wedding while staying within your budget.
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Estimated Costs for the Renting the Venue, Catering, and Decor
To offer reliable support and tailor each experience to fit the couple’s needs, Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury only hosts one wedding at a time. This makes it a bit pricey compared to some venues and costs between $19,000 to $80,000. Factors like number of guests, packages, add-ons, and event duration all contribute to total cost.
It will interest you to know that Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury also operates on individual pricing instead of a fixed rental cost, like most venues. This can be an advantage, but let's explore why.
Venue and Catering Costs: This includes up to six hours reception, champagne, wedding cakes, seating cards, first-class liquor service and a fine dining with total cost per plate priced between $300-$500 per person.
Decor Expenses: Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is elegantly decorated with silk floral centerpieces, linen and table sets, and these are all included in standard packages. Couples who want custom decorations have to pay a fee of $500, up to $15,000, depending on their preference. If you're working with a wedding planner, this could vary depending on your agreed upon theme.
Hidden Fees Couples Should Be Aware Of
While Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is quite transparent about their pricing and cost, there are a few fees that couples might not really pay attention to, that will come up later - especially if you're not working with an experience wedding planner. They include:
Overtime Charges: The reception package is for a five-hour event, including cocktail hour. Longer hours will attract as high as $25 extra fee per person. To avoid paying for this, we recommend sticking to your agreed event time and working with a Day-Of Coordinator who can keep you and your guests on track.
Vendor Fees: Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury has a list of vendors they work with for transportation and entertainment. If you prefer to use another vendor, discuss this with the host and your wedding planner to understand the taxes and charges you will incur.
Parking and Valet: Shadowbrook offers valet parking for all its couples. But for a large number of guests, coming in with their cars, there might be an additional fee for each vehicle.
Service Charge and Sales Tax: currently, event rentals are subject to a 22% service charge and an additional sales tax of 6.625%.
After parties attract an additional fee of $40 or more per person.
A one time $200 fee that gives you guests access to a cash bar.
A 5% Maitre'd fee is also required.
These are just a few of the unexpected fees you can incur. But be sure to discuss this with the venue and with your wedding planner to see what other fees might be applicable to your event.
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Vendor Restrictions and Requirements
Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury works with a group of licensed vendors for essential wedding services. While this guarantees quality, it also limits couples' flexibility in choosing wedding vendors. But if, for some reason, you do not fancy the vendors list here, you have the option of bringing in a vendor of your choice. You will however have to work together with your event planner to ensure there’s someone overseeing the activities of these vendors. Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury will not take responsibility for an outside vendor.
Best Seasons for a Wedding at Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury
Your wedding can be held at any time of the year, but like everything else in this world, every season comes with its pros and cons. Let's explore some of those options:
Spring and Summer (March-August): During this season, the weather is great and you can request for an outdoor set-up for your ceremonies. Shadowbrook scenery will make a lovely backdrop. However, these months coincide with peak wedding season, which means higher prices per person.
Fall (September-November): The demand for this venue is quite high and prices might still be competitive during the Fall.
Winter (December-February): Hosting a wedding here during winter months is less expensive, as it’s considered an off-season. The disadvantage is you miss out on the use of any outdoor space that would be available during the Spring and Summer.
If you have a flexible budget we recommend a Summer, Spring or Fall weddings. The season is very convenient for you and your guests. But if you’re working on a fixed budget, the Fall or Winter might be a better option. Request for indoor heating and ask your guests to wear layers.
Cost-Saving Tips for your Wedding Venue
If you'd love to host your wedding at Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury but are conscience of your overall spend, here are some cost-effective approaches to consider:
Host a light meal reception: Skip the seafood, and focus on regular light meals.
Try a morning reception: It’ll save you money on alcohol and beverages.
Reduce your guest list: Since prices at Shadowbrook are assessed individually, having a smaller guest list is one of the most efficient methods to stay within budget.
Guarantee more guests: This contradicts our earlier point, but hear us out. If you come from a large family or have a lengthy guest list, guaranteeing a high number of guests might help you to avoid catering minimums.
Host your wedding on a weekday: They’re usually less expensive compared to Fridays, Saturdays, and Saturdays.
If this is too much to combine with all the other wedding planning activities, we recommend hiring a wedding planner.
How Hiring a Wedding Planner Can Help
If you do not wish to get carried away and overspend, the best person to help you achieve that is a wedding planner. Also, if your budget doesn’t look like it can afford Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury, do not panic yet. Events by Kae might just be able to assist. As wedding planners, we are familiar with the cost of service, know what to cut out and what to prioritize.
We manage your budget by:
Identifying the aspects of the wedding that are most important and allocating budget accordingly.
Getting you better discounts from vendors, thereby saving you a significant amount of money.
Recommending the vendors we’ve used for previous clients, that are both trusted and affordable.
Booking Timeline: How far in advance should you secure your date?
12-18 months before the wedding: If you are planning a wedding during peak season like June, September or October, we recommend booking, at least, one year ahead. These time slots are highly sought after. Remember, Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury cannot host more than one wedding at a time.
6-12 months before your wedding day: You can potentially secure a date for your peak season weddings. It is easier if you want a weekday wedding.
Less than 6 months: This is a risky zone, at this point, the venue might be fully booked.
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Pros and Cons of Hosting a Wedding at Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury
As much as we all love this charming venue and everything it stands for, there are still pros and cons to watch out for:
Pros
Jaw-dropping spaces that’s bound to leave your guests talking about your wedding for a very long time.
Personalized decorations and experience.
Price per person service, instead of fixed rate regardless of guest list.
Professional and experienced staff trained to serve you and your guests.
Cons
Fees such as service charges may raise the overall cost, causing you to go above your budget. Thankfully, a wedding planner like Events by Kae can help you manage this.
Per person pricing may not fit every client's budget.
Vendor restrictions.
Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is not ideal for intimate weddings.
Conclusion: Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury Cost?
Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury offers premium service that promises to make your wedding a noteworthy experience. To help you make the most of this one-time investment, hiring an experienced wedding planner is recommended. We have been there and done that multiple times and have all the tricks up their sleeves to make sure you do not spend more than necessary, while bringing your wedding vision to life.
From negotiating with vendors to keeping everything on track, a wedding planner can save you time and money. Find out how we make planning stress-free. Get in Touch Today
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