Bellevue Hall

with us via email and phone to walk us through any questions we had. We had a private tasting with Kwame which was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh and he was able to tell us where all of the ingredients were sourced. Can't wait for the planning process for our special day to begin! I know we'll be in great hands with JAM!

organized. We corrected the spelling of our names multiple times during the process, including on contracts and in emails. We were assured it was corrected in the system, and then it was still spelled wrong at every cocktail station and all the menu cards on at the tables. We picked silver linens, but they came in the day before as the wrong color and we were told the only substitute option was camel. Those were the only major things but still a little disappointing.

we literally walk our dog in Bellevue State Park quite frequently. We really didn't expect to fall in love with it the way that we did, but it really checked all of our boxes. We loved that we could plan a beautiful outdoor garden ceremony, but they still offered an equally beautiful rain plan inside the gorgeous mansion. We loved the gigantic bridal and groom suites with perfect natural light and gorgeous decor. We loved that our cocktail hour could utilize both the outdoor patio and the first floor rooms of the beautiful mansion. We loved that the tent has a permanent floor and comes with decorative lights and chandeliers. We especially loved that the Delaware location allows it to be tax free! After our initial walkthrough, we really knew that Bellevue Hall was the right choice for us. The planning process was a bit challenging due to staffing changes within the venue and at JAM. Our primary contacts switched multiple times, and at times it was challenging to get in contact with someone. We were lucky to have our own wedding planner who was persistent in her follow-up calls and in making sure none of our details were missed, so it did work out, and our eventual assigned JAM planner, Nicole, was very sweet. Our actual wedding day was perfect, and the mansion and flowering gardens were the perfect backdrop for our ceremony. Our tent looked beautiful as well. I can't wait to see our full gallery of photos from our photographer. Bellevue Hall works exclusively with JAM Catering whose food was one of the highlights of the evening. It was important to us to offer food that was flavorful, not boring, and they really delivered. Our hors d'oeuvres were delicious, our custom Rhubarb Gin Fizz signature drink was delightful, and our entrees were well cooked and well seasoned. I especially appreciated that they offer a variety of unique vegetarian entrees --- the black bean cake was scrumptious and so much better than the bland cheese pasta I've seen at other weddings. They also included our cake in the package, which was both beautiful and delicious. All in all, we were very happy with our choice to get married at the gorgeous Bellevue Hall.

cluded the visit, we exchanged glances and simultaneously exclaimed, "This is it!" We could both envision the possibilities, and it filled us with exhilaration to proceed in this arduous process. Veronica greeted us with infectious enthusiasm and profound expertise that assisted us in choosing Bellevue. She epitomized pure bliss, and everything simply felt so impeccable. Eagerly anticipating our wedding this November!

es the flexibility to choose your ceremony location to fit your preference), and a gorgeous tent for the reception. This place has it all and the staff has been a pleasure to work with thus far. We are looking forward to having our wedding here in Fall 2023!

left much to be desired. Pros Space was amazing and worked so well for our group Access to the property early to get ready was so helpful for getting ready We received a lot of positive feedback on the food Cons Soup was ice cold by the time guests sat down. The shrimp passed appetizer was served with no toothpicks…guests were supposed to just grab them with their hands which was unsanitary and honestly pretty gross. Our “planner” was the most frustrating aspect of our relationship with JAM. She made the entire process infinitely more difficult and actively caused us a ton of stress. Over the course of our months-long planning, she consistently messed up details over email including forms, requests, etc. More than once she looped us in with another bride and then was confused about why we were having conflicting responses. She also occasionally sent us documents that belonged to other couples, had the wrong venue listed, etc. The other bride and I were emailing on the side about how insane the process was. As someone whose job seems to be very reliant on email planning, she lacked basic understanding of how to conduct organized and efficienct digital correspondence. At one point, I attempted to use Google Docs to share our various planning documents given how many issues she had with version control, but she refused. It almost felt like we were being pranked. JAM is generally (I believe intentionally) opaque about plus-up costs and additions to your wedding. Throughout the planning process, we received at least three versions of add-on pricing, and our planner never quite knew which was accurate. In another example, we paid extra to substitute Blue Moon for another beer…not only was there Blue Moon at the wedding, but guests got a lot of conflicting information about what drinks were available and there seemed to be very little of the beer we actually paid extra for. This was just one of the many details that seemed to get ignored or lost in translation. We are not local, so my parents coordinated a tour of the grounds to get a sense of where we would locate various aspects of the night. The JAM contact that was set to give them that tour never showed up. It was very clear that our time and comfort were not important to them. Staff put out a drink shelf for happy hour that included a hideous decal that noted “in celebration of” but had no names on it? We were never asked if this was something we wanted, and thankfully the professional planner we hired spotted it and had it taken down. While I’m sure that she was working on multiple weddings simultaneously, we felt like we were not at all a priority to her, and that she did not appreciate how important of a day this was for us and our families. As someone who works in a client service industry, I would find this level of client service and general disorganization completely unacceptable if it came from my own account managers. While our wedding was ultimately a huge success, it was despite the overall level of service JAM provided, not because of it. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to use one of their beautiful venues to save themselves a lot of grief and hire a professional planner to manage interactions with JAM.

g. The staff also is incredibly friendly and caring. A big plus for both the bride and groom are the wonderful getting ready rooms. My bridal party has tons of room to get our hair and makeup done onsite and the guys have a billiards table for entertainment. Recently, TVs have also been installed to keep the group entertained while everyone gets ready. We also are very excited about the food from JAM Catering, as they take everyone's dietary restrictions into consideration while providing a farm-to-table experience. The grounds are also gorgeous in the summer/fall with all the beautiful flowers blooming.

e tent is huge and can fit our large wedding. Our wedding is in September and we can't wait!

that we have encountered so far have been very accommodating. Our wedding planner that comes along with the wedding package has been a huge help and is always willing to answer any questions we have. JAM catering is top tier in the industry. I can't wait to share this experience with our guests on our special day!

ready suites have been a game changer in terms of logistics planning and we've been so impressed by all of the food (so important at a wedding). Special shoutout to Veronica, our wedding coordinator who has been so supportive every step of the way! I couldn't recommend visiting and considering Bellevue Hall more for your special day - we just can't wait for our wedding this Fall and know it will be perfect.

ach dish - they were complex and not your standard wedding food. The chef came around to see us after the meal and he was so kind and thoughtful. We can't wait for our wedding at Bellevue in the Fall.

ice and so easy to work with, they really care about your happiness!

ng our venue without traveling from one place to the next. The bridal and groom suites in the mansion are a perfect place to get ready before the ceremony. The outdoor garden is a beautiful ceremony location. Lastly, the tent on site is lined with bistro lights and already has a greenery installation!!! It could not get better here. Hope you all pick Bellevue too, you will not be disappointed.

le. Our family and friends were so impressed by the venue's beauty, holiday decor, the food, and the service. Thank you so much Bellevue Hall! J and K

e my dream of a Cinderella Wedding is really going to happen. The property is lovely with plenty of space to host your ceremony with a gorgeous library for an indoor ceremony space. They only do one wedding per day at Bellevue and you can rent the house for the whole day so you can get ready there without the hassle of rushing around preparing to arrive on time. The venue comes with an in-house catering company, Jeffrey A. Miller Catering, whose focus is on fresh, farm-to-table food. They don't have set menu packages you are required to choose, which means your wedding is fully customizable! I love it! It's been an amazing experience working with the team at Bellevue to put together our dream wedding we cant wait to get married in our magical mansion.

icious food and drinks JAM has to offer!

Floral Partner, for our decor and they made the space look so incredibly beautiful, even better than we could have imagined! They brought our classic and rustic dreams to life, and our guests could not stop complimenting the decor. The food was also incredible, seasonal and fresh, and catered to our guests' strict dietary restrictions very well. Our guests could not get over how good the food and the desserts were! All in all, our expectations were greatly exceeded for our wedding day, and we are so happy to have been able to work with JAM Catering at Bellevue Hall!

I was in the venue I'd be married at. not only is the property we preserved and so we'll taken care of, but in Tom's hands, you will be taken care of as Bride and Groom. Venue Shopping Couples, yourself a favor and get married at Bellevue Hall

mfortable and excited to plan our day. Everyone at JAM catering has been absolutely wonderful in assisting us with planning and all of our questions. We have no doubt our wedding will be stunning with amazing food and drinks and a great time to be had by all!

our indoor wedding was the best option. Bellevue Hall and Tom, the venue manager, saved our wedding!!! They scheduled us in very quickly for a tour, we instantly fell in love with the outdoor ceremony, beautiful tent they already have on the property, and the mansion, which is perfect for getting ready that day. Thanks to Tom, JAM catering, and the team, they've worked with us to basically plan this wedding in less than 4 months. At our most recent meeting at Bellevue Hall, we walked by a couple that said they got married there 10 years ago, and their guests still talk about how amazing it was. We cannot wait to say the same!

d to go from place to place. The venue comes with an in-house catering company, Jeffrey A. Miller Catering, and they have a ton of options and you can customize the menu to fit your needs. It has been such an easy process and we are so grateful for all of the JAM team’s help!

n spaces to host your ceremony outside (there's also a gorgeous library for an indoor ceremony space). They only do one wedding per day at Bellevue and you can rent the house for the whole day so you can get ready there, eliminating the need to run around so much. The venue comes with an in-house catering company, Jeffrey A. Miller Catering, whose focus is on fresh, farm-to-table food. They don't have strict packages you have to adhere to, which means your wedding is fully customizable! I love it! It's been an amazing (and easy) experience working with the team at Bellevue to put together our dream wedding--we are SO excited to get married here!