Our Story

more than a winery

Celebrating this Moment, Your Life, Our Wine

Deer Creek Winery exists to give people space to celebrate, relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate — four things the world needs more than ever. Over the years, it’s grown into a brand that blends wine, hospitality, and heartfelt service. Today, Deer Creek spans two scenic estates, a line of FUNTIME and Classic Collection wines, retail tasting rooms across Pennsylvania, and a strong local following built on authenticity and care.

Through changing seasons and economic shifts, the heart of Deer Creek has never wavered: offer joy through connection. Celebrate the little moments. Make people feel welcome. Do it all with a glass of something delicious in hand.

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german shepherd dog sitting on front porch of windy knob cottage at deer creek winery at watson estate

more than a winery

Celebrating this Moment, Your Life, Our Wine

Deer Creek Winery exists to give people space to celebrate, relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate — four things the world needs more than ever. Over the years, it’s grown into a brand that blends wine, hospitality, and heartfelt service. Today, Deer Creek spans two scenic estates, a line of FUNTIME and Classic Collection wines, retail tasting rooms across Pennsylvania, and a strong local following built on authenticity and care.

Through changing seasons and economic shifts, the heart of Deer Creek has never wavered: offer joy through connection. Celebrate the little moments. Make people feel welcome. Do it all with a glass of something delicious in hand.

plan your STAY
denny and rhonda brooks walking in the courtyard at brooks estate at deer creek winery

about deer creek winery

The Creek Starts with The Brooks

Opening Deer Creek Winery was a risk. The year was 2009, and the country was in the middle of the Great Recession when the Brooks family decided to take a leap of faith. Laid off from an engineering job and armed with determination, they turned their fifth-generation farm in Shippenville, PA into something unexpected — a winery rooted in raspberries and resilience.

From the very beginning, Deer Creek wasn’t about prestige. It was about passion. The Brooks family believed that something meaningful could grow from this land — and it did.

through the years

Our Journey

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2026 awards for Deer Creek Winery at Watson Estate: Best in Fayette Gold and Silver medallions and the Herald-Standard Community Choice First Place seal
2026

Award-Winning Across Pennsylvania

Recognized by guests and readers at our estates and tasting rooms.

2026 Awards:

through the years

Our Journey

Scroll the years and choose one, use the arrows, or swipe the story to move through it. Newest first.

2026 awards for Deer Creek Winery at Watson Estate: Best in Fayette Gold and Silver medallions and the Herald-Standard Community Choice First Place seal
2026

Award-Winning Across Pennsylvania

Recognized by guests and readers at our estates and tasting rooms.

2026 Awards:

Testimonials

a word from our guests

  • Beautiful accommodations, super friendly staff, excellent meal and wine! First time here but definitely not our last! Come up to see friends and had a great time playing games in the Great Room. Going to tell all my friends what a wonderful experience it was!
    – D & Y, Grove City
  • We came here for Valentine's Day. He proposed to me in this very room, just before we went down to the special Valentine’s Day dinner! Of course I said “YES!” Super exciting! We had a wonderful time on our stay. We recommend Celebration wine, Grandma’s Apple Pie, and Summer Breeze Sangria.
    – Mr. & Mrs. SH,
    Corry PA
  • Perfect one night getaway. Enjoyed the peacefulness and firepit while enjoying a few glasses of wine and great company. Room was awesome as were the personal touches. Staff more than accommodating. Thank you!
    - Anonymous
  • My best friend got married yesterday and her and her hubby had their reception here. Thank you so much for having us and allowing us their marriage during the pandemic. Everything is so cute and clean! The rooms are adorable and the pictures online do not do them justice. My husband and I enjoyed ourselves so much and enjoyed the wine as well! This definitely will not be our last visit!
    – A & S, Monroeville, PA
  • Came to celebrate a recent engagement with my fiance. We enjoyed the delightful staff and their hospitality. We had a wonderful, quiet, and cozy stay. The food and wine was delicious! Will absolutely recommend to friends.
    - J & C, Linesville, PA
  • DCW is the perfect getaway! Our first time staying in the Brooks Deluxe. I’m so glad to have this room again in July! Thanks so much for making our stay absolutely perfect!
    – R & M, Pittsburgh, PA
  • Very nice Inn! Was a wonderful overnight get away. Everyone was so nice. This room was cozy. The wine and chocolate covered pretzels in the room was an added bonus. Slept very well. Looking forward to the breakfast, I’m sure it’s wonderful. Thanks for sharing your Winter in Paris room with us.
    – T & P, Tionesta, PA
  • Here with my sister for her 43rd birthday! Really comfortable, clean, and great amenities. The wine and entertainment were great. Love and need this time with my sister! Thank you!
    – J
  • We would like to thank Denis and Rhonda both for the warm and welcoming stay at the Inn. It was relaxing, enjoyable, and the music was great! What a beautiful place you both have created. We will be back to enjoy some more of your great wine, outdoor scenery, and rustic/modern culture! Thank you for the welcoming and enjoyable stay!
    - L & S
  • We had a great time!!! Absolutely loved our room… the staff was very nice and helpful. We will definitely be back!
    P.S. Breakfast was great … LOVED the mimosas!
    – J & P, Berun, PA
  • My mother and I came here to celebrate her birthday and enjoy some time away from home! Everyone here has been so kind and accommodating! The room was wonderful and relaxing. We also greatly enjoyed the live entertainment and the atmosphere. We would and will definitely recommend to friends and family. It was an amazing getaway!
    – S & A, Enon Valley, PA