Some Good and Some Lack-Luster

Sorry this post come a little after the fact, but last week I got in touch with the event coordinator for Brookside Gardens and I wanted to let you all know my thoughts.

First of all, the gardens were gorgeous. There was a Japanese style "tea house" set in a Japanese influenced strolling garden. It was so much fun just to explore all the little paths and bridges, and it was the perfect spot to have some wedding pictures taken. However, the tea house has a standing capacity of 50 people, so we wouldn't even be able to have our ceremony there. The only ceremony spot that would fit all of our guests is the "Wedding Gazebo," which was nice, just not quite as exciting. That was only the first downside.

When I called this week I discovered that the tent which was shown in their pictures and mentioned in their flier had to be rented separately along with the tables and chairs. Plus, as the rain plan, our wedding would be held in the visitor center with the reception out under the tent. While I'm sure we could supply plenty of umbrella's I wasn't thrilled about the visitor center or the walk from it to the tent in the rain. So a long story short, I can't wait to go back and visit the gardens in the spring, but it's not on my list for wedding venues. That means our #1 choice is Woodend Sanctuary and our #2 is Gramercy Mansion. I've already made appointments to show both places off to my and Mike's parents! I'm definitely happy with how things are turning out so far.