We hosted our Parade of Homes Kickoff Party at Smith's Crossing in October 2024 and it was the…read moreperfect space for our event. The location was very accessible, and the owners were super accommodating to our requests. The building was recently remodeled, so it had a fresh vibe that was so easy to decorate. Anyone looking for a venue, I highly recommend you check out this space. Lincoln Trail Home Builders Association

From the owner: We are a venue for all your celebrations! We have two different size party rooms and we would love…read moreto host your next event. We can host birthdays, showers, parties with up 100 guest. Call us to schedule a tour.

Pine Paradise lives up to its name! It is paradise! I recently visited this lakefront resort on…read moreNolin lake and it is amazing! This is a hidden gem, I had no idea it was even there. The lodge and additional kitchen/party space is huge, there is so much room! You can do everything here from weddings to family reunions! It's right on the lake and there are so many beautiful little sitting areas and reflection spots. There is a playground for the kids. There is something here for everyone! If you are looking for a place to have an overnight event. I highly recommend Pine Paradise! I met the owner and he is a real down to earth and friendly guy!

Best food. All made in house. Great caterers. You couldn't ask for better people as well as the…read morefood, which was awesome.

My beautiful cousin had her wedding reception here. Because it was a larger reception the seating…read morewas outside under a tent. The gazebo was decorated lovely, with lights and tulle. They placed the wedding cake as well as the groom's cake. They also had their first dance there. The weather thankfully held out, the ground was a little soft but not terrible. The food that was served was outstanding. We had green beans, mashed potatoes, chicken, pulled pork, bread, and salad. We were able to set up the music under a small porch. The iced tea and lemonade was off to the side. The inside of the place was very pretty. They had one bathroom. The parking was a little slim but we were able to squeeze in a spot. Overall the entire reception was beautiful. There was only one downfall though, one of the ladies that worked there asked the grandma of the bride "haven't you been here once already" when she went to the food table! Like, WTF? She had only gotten salad and soup the first time, and she went back to get the actual dinner. I witnessed this and thought it was rude. So a star off for that....

My wife and I went and checked out this event space and think it will be a great fit for our…read moreupcoming parties in 2015 and 2016+. We booked it for both a corporate event for our California business and also a personal party in 2015 to entertain friends within a one hour flight from Chicago. I was referred to it by a guy in New York who was looking for a place to entertain two sets of clients, one in in Lexington and one in Louisville, at a central location around the Oaks and to do the Bourbon trail one day. It is a midpoint location part way between. They have a unique high ceiling apartment rental next door that I think you can rent in conjunction with the event space. The unit is huge. I stayed one day while I was siting my party weekend. That makes for a great place for the wedding party say or to entertain the most important clients at your event. Both the space and the loft are very unique and have a much younger/modern vibe compared to the traditional decor and architecture for this town. There is a good Mexican restaurant next door. I really liked the open layout, you could decorate it however you liked if you wanted to do a theme, but it also looks great with the minimalist shop lights and functional sliding warehouse-style door. I don't want to quote prices because it probably depends but I was surprised how reasonable it was, talk to them yourself... The primary drawbacks as I see it is there is nothing else to rent like this within 20 miles, so I probably will have to rent it several years in advance and I tend to have a hard time planning work events too far in advance so it may be booked before my 16 and 17 event is planned. I talked to Kevin, who was very informative and down to earth. I met with an owner there also who happened to be dropping by to weigh in on some details. He is a broker in this town and said he did this as a creative outlet (enjoys rehabbing historic properties) and to increase the demand for permanent housing nearby as he is an investor, so that is how he can justify to rent it out at what I calc'd to be below-market rates for this type of space. If you like modern style, high ceilings and flexible space with a nod to the past and walkability to nearby goods and services(huge factor for us) is a big consideration for you, this is your thing. Check it out for yourself ... I think you will agree with what I am saying though- the place is sharp and this town had needed something like it for a long time. Look forward to many events here.

Gorgeous event space!!! Super cute apartment on top and fun modern- rustic style! I had a bride…read moreget married here and it was stunning! Perfect new wedding venue for smaller weddings! Quaint and in the heart of sweet Shelbyville! Don't know much about price range of renting the venue but it's worth checking into for any private party or quaint wedding!!! Down side to the location is finding it! But- once you do- it so neat and special!!! To the owners- you may want to paint the back door a funky bright color for parkers that park behind the venue to find the right entrance!! And painting the front door the same! We were a bit confused of where to get in... But that seems to be an easy fix!

Great service and can help with any gathering you need. Also has a bar inside. Really nice place.read more

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Amazing place for your outdoor needs to be met! This is every outdoorsmans dream! Me and my family…read morecome here every chance we get!

Always great food and service!…read more Love the sangria, bruschetta is fantastic, breakfast charcuterie is a must do for brunch. We try to visit every few weeks when we can.

This is my second time visiting this business after coming into town to visit family/friends. The…read morefirst was for a wedding and the second for a funeral reception. The food was catered and not off a menu which you would think would be easier to manage and faster. In my recent experience they brought us a bottle of water shortly after sitting but no glasses to pour the water into. 20 mins later we finally received glasses for our water after going to the bar and asking, only to be told that she was filling them. 10 mins later a basket of dinner rolls was brought to us with no plates to put them on. After another 10 mins of wonder if our meal was on the way, we decided to just start eating the dinner rolls. 15 mins later they came around with a cart and asked if someone wanted beef. I took the beef but the three ladies at my table preferred chicken so I paused to eat but figured with the delays that they wouldn't be coming soon and decided to eat. It took the sponsor of our event to tell the staff that there were three people at this table who needed a plate. By that time, I had already finished my meal, the server had taken my plate, and nobody was hungry anymore. We decided to go elsewhere for a meal after paying our respects to the family. Totally unacceptable for a catered meal to be so mismanged and delayed. I would not recommend this business to anyone nor return for even a free meal. You deserve better!

I was fortunate to have a 30th surprise party thrown for me at Mint on Mellwood and it was the…read morePERFECT venue. The staff was incredibly accommodating and worked with my family on logistics, catering, bar options, parking and keeping the entire thing a surprise up until the moment I walked through the door. The venue itself was very clean, spacious and flexible. My favorite part about it was all the Kentucky derby memorabilia that fills the walls - it's like walking through a museum! I highly recommend using this venue for parties, receptions, showers or anything else you can think of.

Mint on Mellwood is a great space to have any kind of function or gathering. It is very fitting…read morethat it is "Mint on Mellwood" because it is owned by Mint Julep Tours! The area is located in the Butchertown area where you are surrounded by other great restaurants, breweries/distilleries, boutiques, the arts, etc. The space is open & has the potential to be any kind of set up you want. We had hot & cold hors d'oeuvres, so I assume there were ways they were kept warm & cold between replenishments. The bathroom facilities were very neat & clean. The onsite staff were very inviting, social & professional.