Backwoods 222 I…read moreattended a wedding at Backwoods 222 in Gower, Missouri, and the event space is very nice. It has two bedrooms upstairs that can be used for a his-and-hers setup or for people staying for a weekend event or conference. There are breakout rooms without doors and some rooms downstairs with curtains. The kitchen has a freezer, refrigerator, double sink, microwave, and large trash cans. I can't remember if there was a stove. The building has three levels and was built in 1863--it used to be a museum. It's about five miles west of Gower and 15 miles from Trimble. I attended on November 21st when it was cold and rainy, so we couldn't use the patio, but pictures show it's beautiful. The bathrooms really impressed me--clean floors, clean toilets, and well kept. Aimee was onsite most of the event, and she was very helpful. She emptied the trash before leaving and was very compassionate and concerned about the guests. What stood out were the handwritten ICE (In Case of Emergency) signs posted around the venue with the address and directions to give police or emergency services. She also had Kleenex and hand sanitizer everywhere. I can tell she loves her place and keeps it very clean. She also has a room full of decor like vases, centerpieces, "bride and groom" items, and things for events. I live in Raymore, Missouri, and it was worth the drive. I would highly recommend Backwoods 222.

Wonderful venue, decorates itself, lots of space, great area to take pictures for weddings. Amy the…read moreowner is delightful to work with and very easy going. We had a great day here.:

Beautiful area. It worked out perfectly for the wedding and we couldn't have been happier.read more

This property is GORGEOUS and the owners are so kind, honest, upfront, and down to earth!! They…read morewere very accommodating and helped ease some nerves during the beginning stages of planning. Their responses to questions before the event were a tad delayed, in my opinion, when we were trying to gather information about the venue for decorating/planning purposes but answered our questions, nonetheless. My sister's wedding was at the beginning of November, the trees were a perfect fall color and the weather was (almost) perfect, we had a slight drizzle all day but nobody can control that the venue had more than enough space to keep everyone dry after the ceremony, especially with the partially covered deck! *ADVICE TO FUTURE BRIDES* Double and triple think about adding the "day of" coordinator to your venue package. To start, she was not present for the rehearsal the day before the event, we had a Zoom meeting, days prior, where the timeline (that we had already had for weeks and had extremely edited ourselves) was gone over ROUGHLY. When topics of concern were brought up, we were not given details to ease our nerves, the tone was more "don't worry about it, I got it". This led to multiple errors day of, grandparents were walked down stairs when they shouldn't have been, the officiant missed cues to have audience sit/stand, bridal party had no idea how to stand or position themselves at the alter. We were presented with a list of tasks that she would be handling and those were not met. The tasks included some things such as communicating and directing vendors, serving bride and groom drinks for dinner/toasts, and at the very minimum, not adding stress to the brides day. Unfortunately, those specific needs weren't met, my mother had to direct vendors and I handled the rest. The coordinator was informed to direct all questions and issues to the mother and sister of the bride and that was not adhered to. One of the bridesmaids stated "the coordinator should not be telling (bride) these things during her day, she is supposed to be calming (bride)'s nerves, not adding to them". The coordinator was very dismissive and said "don't worry about it" too many times to feel comfortable in what was going on. When you plan a wedding for many months, there is a vision that we are trying to achieve. She had no interest in hearing about that vision or helping obtain it. She never came to the planners or bride to receive the download of what is going on or what stage we were in. She arrived, immediately started touching and rearranging centerpieces before even knowing what they are supposed to look like, did a walk around and then went to lunch....after she wanted to move 10 tables "just a little bit" after they had been fully set up already, to prevent centerpiece causalities, we declined that. There were multiple lights that needed to be turned on during cocktail hour, she stated she would handle that. When we gave her the list of things to turn on, she was half paying attention and very dismissive, as if we were bothering her with the information. When we walked into the reception, half the lights were turned on. Not the vision. We were never expecting perfection, but would hope no other couple has to deal with these issues on their wedding day.

Beautiful venue and a pretty and flexible event space. I attended a wedding and it was allowed to…read moreerect a cross at the front which made a splendid backdrop. Clean facilities, convenient bar and food line.

The beauty of this venue words cannot describe, pictures show you the amazing craftsmanship, but in…read moreperson this place will leave you speechless! All my wedding guests were just in shock at the beauty! I'm from Missouri but live in California and when I saw the website for this place I knew I would be getting married here. It just takes your breath away. Lana and her husband were so welcoming, easy to work with, and overall want you to have the perfect day and are so helpful in doing so. I couldn't recommend this venue more for anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion! The space is amazing and comfortable to fit many guests, the bridal and groom suites are a great place to relax and get ready, and the views around last for days! Save your time searching, the Pearl is the place!

We had a good time here, and it's a very classy looking place…read more However, the pizza flatbreads were insanely expensive for such a very small and tiny portion. Really, it's $15 for each one. The taste was average. I also did not like how one of the waiters came up to us and said something along the lines of "by the way we are closing in 20 minutes." However, it was a fun social thing to do and some of the wines we got were really good.

When we are on our way to Weston, the Riverwood Winery is our meeting place. It's the perfect spot…read morefor wine lovers--and whiskey fans too! The cozy, warm ambiance of the place makes it feel like the ideal place to unwind. I started with a wine flight that included a white, Moscato, and a sweet red. While they were a bit on the dry side for my super-sweet wine preferences, they were still enjoyable. The mulled cider, however, was the real star--absolutely delicious! We also ordered some snacks to share: a pepperoni flatbread and a charcuterie board. They arrived fresh and fast, and the server took the time to explain each item on the board, making the experience even more enjoyable. Everything was top-notch and super tasty. What really stood out was the friendly, knowledgeable staff, who made sure we had everything we needed. There's also a big patio that's perfect for summer months, offering a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors with a glass of your favorite drink. Plates and water were readily available for self-service, which was a nice touch. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area--such a great spot with the perfect combination of warmth, good food, and great drinks!

Wonderful stay. Loved the Helebore room overlooking the downtown strip. This home has a beautiful…read moreporch for sipping tea on a fall morning and was in the perfect location for the Applefest activities. Tastefully decorated and clean and management was very helpful and kind. Will keep this in mind for large events.

I honestly had been thinking this was Weston red barn farm, because I had not been in so long, but…read moreI was delightfully surprised otherwise! They had so much to offer for the kids, jump pad, zip lines, carousel (on weekends), goats and even a unique treehouse play area. I had never seen a treehouse set up like that, made me jealous and want to get in with them! We loved the big chair and swing for pictures! We didn't get the opportunity to pick any cherries (they are in season in June) as it was way too hot out, but I would love to come back in the fall and do some pumpkin picking!

This is a great place to pick up some fruits, veggies or take the kids and enjoy the orchards, any…read moretime of year. This time of year the peaches are ripe and they have tons of tomatoes for sale. I picked up 25 pounds of canning tomatoes for $25, some peaches and amazing freshly made blueberry donuts! They also had frozen pies and cherries and many wines (& tastings), jams, dressings etc. The frozen slushies are great and don't forget to take home a jug of the BEST apple cider! Lots of outdoor activities for kids around and upick items depending on the season. Definitely check this place out! It's worth a trip to Weston for sure, especially in the fall!

If you want barn meets elegant chic then here's a wonderful wedding/any kind of event venue space…read more The venue is settled near one of KC's small little towns called Weston. Which I liked since it helped give it a barn chic and it's a bit of a distance from downtown KC. I came for a wedding and I really liked the venue but it wasn't a breathe taking venue since it's beside the main road coming in and out of Weston from the highway. Apparently, it's hard to get a spot to reserve for the venue and I somewhat see why.The parking area to the main venue area is a climb especially if you have heels and/ or older guests with you. Do I recommend it? Yes but I might want to look other places since I don't feel like it's unique.

From the owner: Eighteen Ninety hosts many types of events, small and large. From weddings and receptions to…read moreshowers, anniversaries, and birthdays, we have you covered for all those memorable occasions! We specialize in outdoor weddings with an indoor reception hall that accommodates up to 300. Seasonal rates available.

There are a beautiful salon set up with ambience that you can relax and have your nails and…read morepedicure done and the refreshments are also served. Very, very nice people. It's well worth the money.

Love this space! Convenient and the perfect size for our event! They allow outside food and drinks…read morewhich makes your party affordable. Nice owners who are very receptive and want to help make your event a success.

This is a beautiful event center. There is plenty of space indoors and outdoors for any special…read moreoccasion. I didn't even know this place is here until my friends had a birthday party for their son. It's gorgeous! When I need to plan a large party, I will think of this place for sure.