wedding and reception sites
Once you’ve selected your wedding site, you can send out your “save the date” cards and start finalizing other details for your ceremony and reception. Before you begin your search, you’ll need to decide on a few essential details, including the maximum number of guests you’re planning to have, and, of course, your budget.
Imagine how you want your wedding to flow. Are you planning to have your ceremony or reception outdoors? If so, you’ll need a site that can also provide sufficient indoor space in the event of a change in weather. Will you need a large dance floor? What about catering? If you have a favorite caterer that you want to use, you’ll need to check if the sites you’re considering allow outside caterers, because policies on this differ.
Also, think about the type of venue that would work best for you. If you are anticipating a large number of out-of-town guests, you may want to have your wedding at a hotel or resort. Having your friends and family stay at the site of your wedding can make it more convenient for them and add to the camaraderie of the day.
If you or your fiancé love to golf, or if wide open spaces and beautifully manicured lawns appeal to you, then a country club setting might be the right choice for you. There are many other options available, as well, including historic homes and gardens and venues specifically designed to host special events. The styles and ambiance of the wedding sites you have to choose from also vary dramatically, from Old World elegance to a hip, contemporary vibe. There’s a perfect site for every style of wedding.
As you tour each prospective venue, be sure to ask which items, such as tables, chairs and linens are included in the price. Also check to see how many hours the venue will be available and if there is sufficient parking, whether it’s through a valet service or on a conveniently located lot.
The listings in the following pages will help you narrow down your choices by giving you an overview of each site, including its capacity, price range and other key features. Once you start visiting your top picks, you’ll know when you’ve found “the one.” Who knows? You may even experience love at first “site.”
