Gem Weddings of Niagara

Niagara on the Lake, Ontario View map

Rating 4.9 out of 5

7 reviews

2 to 75 Guests

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About

2 to 75 Guests

Located in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Gem Weddings of Niagara an indoor and outdoor wedding venue. The property offers an eye-catching backdrop of wine vineyards and fruit orchards against which to celebrate weddings and other special occasions. Owner and licensed officiant Donna Williams welcomes couples to celebrate their ceremony in style and will help them on every step of their wedding journey. The venue is conveniently located within driving distance of both Toronto and Hamiton, and benefits from their accommodations options and transportations links.

Facilities and Capacity

The facilities at Gem Weddings of Niagara sit on 14-acres of operating farmland with several outdoor ceremony locations on offer. Couples can exchange vows amongst the vibrant greens of the vineyard or sheltered in the fruit orchard. The renovated Barn Loft welcomes indoor ceremonies and is climate-controlled for year-round comfort. Its rustic wooden finishings create a laid-back and romantic atmosphere, with music playing throughout the venue from speakers. The property can accommodate anywhere from 2 to 80 guests, making it an adaptable choice. There is parking available on-site.

Services Offered

Gem Weddings of Niagara’s owner Donna Williams welcomes weddings year-round. An experienced officiant, she can help couples to plan their ceremony and is happy to guide them on the day of events. In addition to her officiant services, she offers two packages to those renting the farm and barn. The first package is designed for up to 25 guests and includes professional photography, a charcuterie spread, music, and fresh flowers. Extra guests can, of course, be accommodated. The second, for ceremonies and receptions, features all of the above and more. It offers furniture rentals, decor items, and catering for an inclusive bundle that takes care of a couple’s every need.

Cuisine

The delicious menus offered by the venue’s culinary team will delight guests. These include antipasto platters followed by mains such as roast chicken and fillet of salmon. At the meal’s end, diners can tuck into a slice of carrot cake from baker Willow’s Cakes.

Highlights

Availability

Type

Farm, loft, winery

Style

Classic, country, garden, rustic, vintage

Event Services

Bridal suite, cake, clean up, event planning, event rentals, liability insurance, lighting / sound, outside vendors, set up

Reception Site Fee - Peak Season

$2,576

Plated Service (per head)

$70

More information

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3 ceremony locations - 12 acres of orchard and grape vineyards

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor

Indoor

Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony

Reception

Bridal shower

Engagement party

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet

Family style

Hors d'oeuvres

Outside cake

Plated

Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Outside alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/arches

Audio equipment

Centerpieces

Chair covers

Dance floor

Decor

Drapery

Furniture

Lighting

Chairs

Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

China

Flatware

Glassware

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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

Yes

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

$2,015

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?

$775

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up

Clean up

Event planning

Chairs

Tables

Linens

China

Flatware

Glassware

Lighting/sound

Parking

Bridal suite

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$50

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$50

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$20

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

Cake cutting

Server(s)

Dessert

Wedding cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

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

Bartenders

Rated

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18 User photos

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Michelle W. Married on 06/07/2019

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Truly is a Hidden Gem

Our wedding here was everything we hoped it would be! Rustic, beautiful, simple, worry-free. All thanks to Donna and Molly.
This venue provided us with flexibility that you can't find elsewhere. It saved us so much money bringing our own alcohol, and meant so much to us to have our dog with us on our big day. Our package included an officiant, flowers/bouquets, decor/centerpieces, buffet food, non-alcohol drinks/mixes, and even photographer (which we opted out) - there was very little left for us to worry about, and their pricing was extremely reasonable compared to commercial venues.
The property is gorgeous with peach trees and vineyard, there is no shortage of beauty for photo backdrops and space for guests to roam. We had seated dinner and dancing in the barn (for 100 guests), ceremony, lawn games, and firepit outside. Everyone had a blast and we didn't want the day to be over.
Thank you Donna and Molly for creating the wedding of our dreams within our budget!
Sent on 14/07/2019
Alie B. Married on 07/09/2019

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Amazing!

Had Hidden Gem Weddings as our venue. Donna and Molly are both amazing with everything. We highly recommend them for everything!!!!!!!!!
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Sent on 16/09/2019
Kelly K. Married on 03/08/2019

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Smooth and simple

From the moment we first went to see the place to the end of the wedding night Donna and Molly made things very simple and easy. They took care of absolutely everything for us. The venue, the officiant (Donna), food, dessert, photographer. Absolutely amazing place and I would recommend to anyone!

Sent on 13/08/2019
Crystal P. Married on 27/07/2019

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Exactly what we were looking for

This was exactly what we were looking for - a rustic, outdoor, farm-style wedding. Donna and Molly provided everything from planning, decorations, flowers, ceremony, cake, bartender, and catering. All we had to do was bring the alcohol and PAL license. We also opted to hire our own photographer, DJ and shuttle bus for guests. We had the ceremony + cocktails outside and dinner + dancing in the lower barn room since it was pretty hot in July. There's private washrooms for guests and bridal suite with another bathroom. Everything was provided at a very reasonable price and we would highly recommend Hidden Gem Weddings.
Sent on 11/01/2020
Meghan Married on 04/10/2019

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Could not have asked for a better venue

We cannot thank Donna enough for everything she did for our wedding. The venue was absolutely stunning, food was amazing and everyone had a blast. She was so good with making sure we had everything we needed, taking care of our ceremony, flowers and decor, as well as the food and cake. We could not have asked for a better wedding day. Our guests loved it so much, one couple is actually considering the venue for their wedding too!
Sent on 12/10/2021
Lucinda Married on 13/07/2019

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Amazing car themed wedding

Our wedding was amazing! Donna and her team catered to our every whim. We felt completely at home. The food was amazing and property is gorgeous. Our guests are still complementing us on what an amazing and relaxed day it was months later!
Sent on 04/12/2019
Tina S. Married on 25/05/2019

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A Very nice Place to have a wedding

Had our wedding at hidden gem last year , it’s a beautiful and cute place , Donna and Molly did great job . our family and friends Had so much fun at our wedding , even though we got some rain before the ceremony and during the dinner which make this wedding more memorable lol . if you want a unique and nice wedding, highly recommend hidden Gem venue .
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Sent on 05/08/2020