Bourne Mansion

know they live up to the reputation that precedes them at the Bourne. Weddings are stressful by nature yet Steve has perfected his process to the point we were able to focus on enjoying each moment as it came rather than worrying about where we were in the timeline or managing operational hiccups - there truly were none because Steve proactively handles them. While many brides may focus on what flowers they want on the tables or what song to walk down the aisle to, you can't put a price on a stress free wedding day and that is what Steve, Miriam, and entire staff provided.

. Miriam is the coordinator at the Bourne and from the first meeting, she was honest, trustworthy and so much fun to work with. She's got thoughts and ideas, SO LISTEN! You won't regret her input and will always have you walking away feeling even more excited than you did moments before. Now my husband and I threw the normal over the top Long Island wedding which included shoe shinners at the cocktail hour, oil painter at the reception, over the top floral and decor, an INSANE 13 piece band that rocked all night, not to mention I arrived in a helicopter surprising all of the guests. With so many outside vendors, the entire day was smooth as silk!! This is much in part due to the responsibility and efficiency of the staff and especially the bridal attendant and maitre d'. Steve and Nicolet were by the most helpful and on point individuals to work with. Steve had that night running as easy and as smooth as anyone could imagine! Let me say from the moment we met, my husband (not an easy person to impress) wanted to become immediate friends with him and respected everything about him. Throughout the night ever step of the way we were spoken to with respect and guided to each point of where we needed to be. At one point during night photos my husband needed a floss stick and by the next shot, Steve stood there with 2 in his hand! We even had an issue with a guest and within 2 minutes not only was the issue completely irrelevant but we were happier than ever to continue our night. To top off such great service, the food was outstanding! We chose many different types of courses and tastes for everyone, how in the world was there not one complaint from 170 guests!!! In fact, we heard nothing but rave reviews from all guests that the food was outstanding and the drinks were just as great. We cannot be more thankful for choosing the Bourne Mansion as our wedding venue. The grounds are gorgeous beyond belief, the experience of planning with Miriam was fun and not stressful, Steve and Nicolete were on TOP OF THEIR GAME the ENTIRE night. I would relive this night over and over again. We cannot thank the Bourne Staff enough for just allowing us to live our dream day. I know all brides want to say that but you cannot replace perfection on all fronts. Steve really made the night just insanely fun and easy. The happy couple is always pulled in a million directions but we never felt too overwhelmed or like we weren't enjoying our night. That's extremely important because this night goes way too fast. Thank you to Steve and Nicolete for allowing us to be present for it all! Not only did we notice how hard you worked but our guests did as well. The cold towels on our backs as we danced the night away were just the beginning. The Bourne Mansion and its staff exude perfection and professionalism while creating an experience every single bride, groom, parent, and guest would want. The new Mr. & Mrs. John Piro could not be happier. Thank you and for all reading this, you will regret not having a Bourne Mansion Wedding!!

ed Bourne and every day leading up to our wedding. As a bride, I clearly had several questions, wanted to make my wedding feel unique compared to others, and she accommodated them all without a question or concern. We did not have a full-on planner, but Miriam helped guide us in creating the best possible wedding at Bourne that could happen, and surely it was the greatest night of our lives. The day of our wedding and those leading up, we worked very closely with Steve on finalizing timelines, and exactly what we can expect from the evening. Steve was SUCH a key factor in making our day perfect. From the moment we arrived at Bourne that day, he took care of everything. I can't simply put into words the impact he had. Several guests at the wedding even noticed how helpful Steve was and called him a true ROCKSTAR! We are still hearing compliments from guests about the venue, food, and service of Bourne and we cant thank the team enough for creating something so special for us. It truly is a show-topping venue, and I would recommend this place to anyone getting married. Our day would not have been the same if we did not choose Bourne and to me, there is no other option than this place! Thank you everyone, a true DREAM TEAM!

e listens to your every need, she’s caring, she works with you to help your ideas come true and makes it better. Miriam was amazing to have and we are forever grateful for having her at Bourne. She gave us so many ideas and really helped us put together an elegant and beautiful wedding. Steve is the area manager and we sat down with him a few days for our wedding. He gave us a complete rundown of how our wedding would look. We were fully informed on how our wedding day would look. He answered all our questions and handled any concerns we had. Our wedding day went exactly as Steve told us and it was perfect! The staff at Bourne in our wedding day was one of the most delightful aspects of our day. They attended to every concern, every need, and made us feel so loved. They made sure we were never worried about anything which is great for a bride and groom. Jake our Maitre D’ was the best! Literally the greatest person we could have! He made us so happy and took care of everything, he was so great our guest even knew his name and knew the great job he was doing. He had every detail and request down perfectly. We had our expectations of our wedding but Jake and the staff at Bourne surpassed it. Jake goes above and beyond which is an amazing quality for someone who oversees your wedding day. Catherine our bridal attended and the staff that was with her who we can’t remember their names were also amazing! They were so attentive to everything we needed. They also spoke Spanish which was a big plus for our grand parents and some of our guests. Our bridal suite and groom suite were full with drinks and food immoderately and restocked. We can not show enough appreciation for the wedding day the Bourne staff gave us. Even our guest noticed how amazing the staff was. The food was perfect from cocktail hour to reception dinner everyone loved it. Compliments to the chef! If we could do our wedding all over again at Bourne we would! Thank you so much for our dream wedding!

of contact and always answers every email and phone cll promptly and makes you feel important. She is also helpful with any bridal needs (especially for those girls like me without a planner!). Steve we had read comes off mean but he is the complete opposite. He is so on top of every single part of the wedding. We had a guest break a glass and Steve had it cleaned up in under a minute. He also made sure we always ate and had drinks - which seems unimportant until that day! The venue and food we are still getting raving reviews from friends and family and had over 230 people. Cocktail hour and main courses alike were fabulous - no complaints at all. At the end of the night Steve even gave us flowers to bring home,main courses, and cookies! My husband and I will never be able to thank them enough for providing us with the wedding of our dreams.I could go on and on for hours about each and every perfect part of the wedding, but as someone who never writes reviews I wanted to make sure every bride knows this venue really is as magical as it seems.

ich is required in their own contract ) never offered us a further date for our wedding and it’s very bad that a venue will take financial advantage of an unfortunate situation. We had booked our weeding at the Bourne Mansion within 3 months in advance only after I let myself being convinced that was ok to book just with 3 months apart to take a “good deal” We were facing difficult time with serious health issues for one of the parts and we had no other choice but cancel the wedding 30 days prior to the reception which is the biggest painful moment for any couple. We had paid them over 80% of our contract in good faith when we cancelled and they didn't even offered us another day in the future to give us time to resolve the issue. We haven’t heard from them at all despite an offer of $ 1000 refund to sign a paper giving up of our rights.

and she helped a lot to make my day perfect. Then there was Steve who was our MD. Steve is no joke and can come off as a hard ass, but when you want your day to run smooth and perfect he is the guy for this!! The whole time he had a headpiece in communicating to everyone. He constantly can over to my hubby and I to make sure we were in the loop and were okay. When a little hiccup happened he was there right away and solved it before i could even notice. With Steve I also have Katherine, she was my bridal attendant and she was amazing! She was so knowledgeable and was there for every part of the day. She helped calm us down and made sure we were enjoying ourselves. The atmosphere itself was breathtaking, the bridal suit and grooms suit was updated and constantly stocked with food and drinks. The staff knew exactly what to do and when to do it. The only negative thing i could say is that my cocktail hour was extremely hot, but i did get married on a very humid july day so i don’t even think i can blame that on the mansion.

s regal INDOOR spaces, able to hold large capacity (we were 250+ guests). We even got to extend until 1:30am for extra dancing, and there is only one wedding at a time, so the day is yours and yours alone. Staff was personable, responsive, professional, on top of it all. Miriam Aronson helped the entire year we spent planning, even sending us pictures from previous weddings for inspiration. Steve Melita, the day-of Maitre D', made the wedding day, ensuring everything was in line, on time, and fun (and still found time to bring us signature cocktails all night, fix last minute table issues, make sure we were fed.. endless list). My mother and I got to enjoy the day as everything was being run smoothly. Location is perfect distance away from Manhattan & Westchester (guests could either drive back or spend the weekend) for a pseudo destination wedding. Only drawback is that there is no lodging on location, but they have fully stocked bridal/groom changing suites for the day of. We highly recommend hiring Deborah Minarik as the day-of coordinator; she brought us all breakfast at the hotel, brought everything over to the mansion (rings, weddings dresses..), prepared a detailed schedule (printed for everyone!), coordinated every vendor (flowers, photo..), even carried around my lip gloss and floss all night long. Dinner was top notch (bride & groom get all three entrees + leftovers to take home!), and you get to print your own menus. Miriam threw in the seafood raw bar and ice cream sundae bar for us (THANK YOU). At the end of the night, we had pretzels for all the guests to take on the shuttle back to the hotel. Thank you Miriam, Steve and Debbie!

tone unturned. The bridal attendant, Catherine, was wonderful and made sure both bridal parties needed anything. Steve ran the day impeccably! Always making sure we were doing okay, as well as my parents. Everyone raved how great the food was and what a great time they had. We cannot say enough good things about Miriam, Catherine + Steve and cannot thank them enough for making our wedding day so special!

your impeccable service. We appreciate your attention detail it and passion for your job! You made our night seamless!

ve your guests a unique experience. All my guests cannot stop talking about the food, we had mini lobster rolls, little chicken and waffles, mini grilled cheeses served on the dance floor after dinner and to top off the night they had a egg sandwich exit station ready for my guests on their way out. My guests have been non-stop raving about my wedding. When I first met Steve I thought he was a little scary but he was excellent. He knows how to run a business and will make sure your wedding day is flawless. He took care of me the whole night and made sure my guests had fun, even breaking the "no shot" rule a few times. Best wedding ever!

rything and offering suggestions and advice until the day of the wedding. Katherine and Steve are a super team. We couldn't believe how everything ran so smoothly and how both of them were always one step ahead of you. The venue is beautiful and the food is great. Our guests are still talking about the food! Thank you Miriam, Katherine and Steve for exceeding our expectations.

. Let's start with Miriam the event coordinator. She was so amazing in helping us plan everything. She was quick to respond to anything we needed leading up to the event. I never felt stressed while working with her. Steve, the Maitre D, was a pro. Before the wedding he is all business and ensures that everything is planned out perfectly. Then during the wedding, he was the perfect coordinator and was right there for us if we needed anything. In fact, he was able to help us with things before we would even know we needed them. Everything went exactly how we wanted, and that was because of Steve and his staff. 10 out of 10.

e you’re in a gatsby mansion for sure. They are very organized, and they help you to make sure you have thought about all of the little details as well. The day of the wedding went very smooth, and I was happy with that. I would have gotten married there all over again- just wish the reception lasted about 8 more hours. like everyone says, it goes too fast. The food was excellent and everyone said so. We had them make egg sandwiches for everyone on the way out and everyone raves about them. I was told a number of times it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to and that tickled me for sure 😊 Go Bourne!

ing and succeeded in making everything run as smoothly as possible. Thank you for a unforgettable night!

ked that it also has character and uniqueness - definitely not "cookie cutter." The backdrop is gorgeous and while we got married indoors (which worked out well), we made sure to take lots of pictures both indoors and outdoors. The ballroom is one of a kind and was plenty spacious for our ~200 guests. Food - delicious. They have a wide range of options for cocktail hour and we got a lot of compliments from our guests about the food (especially the filet mignon), some even saying it's the best food they've ever had at a wedding! I highly recommend adding on some sort of late night "snack." We had hot pretzels on the way out and they were a hit! Staff - spectacular. From the very beginning, Miriam was incredibly helpful and genuine. She guided me throughout the process and was very responsive to my many questions. I honestly couldn't have planned our wedding without her. When we met Steve (our maitre d), we knew we were in great hands. He helped set the run of show, kept everything running smoothly throughout the day and made sure we (and our parents) were taken care of the entire evening. My bridal attendant Catherine was excellent. She made sure I had everything I needed and helped with my dress, flowers, cake, etc. All in all, magical! We will never forget our perfect wedding day thanks to Bourne!

e and suggestions that made our wedding day look great and go smoothly. She does a great job because she loves it so much, which you can tell because she gets so excited each time a new couple walks in the door. She even came by the Bourne on our wedding day to say hi to my husband and I and wish us well. Steve coordinated our wedding day- Every wedding day needs a Steve. He was amazing at organizing the day! My husband and I would highly suggest getting married at the Bourne Mansion- it was a fairytale that Miriam and Steve played a big part in order for us to pull it off.

even there the day of, checking in with us. Our Maitre d, Jake, was the most AMAZING support (literally heaven sent), along with Kat, during our reception. The staff were on point and professional, such a strong team!!! I wish we could relive the day over and over with the amazing team at Bourne and the most flawless and timeless venue. Could not emphasize the recommendation any more!!!

ponsive by email and phone! She also had so many amazing ideas for our decor. Steve (the Maitre d') and his staff were also amazing. Our wedding was absolutely seamless and we felt so well taken care of. Our guests loved the decor, food, drinks, and service. We are still receiving compliments about it! I am so thankful we chose Bourne to celebrate our wedding! They exceeded our expectations and we made memories that will last a lifetime. I hope I can attend another wedding there as a guest, just so I can experience the Bourne magic one more time!

. Steve runs a tight ship, but he was very professional & was a huge help making the night what it was. Katherine was always right there whenever you needed her. It truly was absolutely amazing!

e helped us plan our perfect day and gave us her honest opinions when we asked. She really got to know our taste. She was flexible and such a pleasure to work with. The staff and maitre d, Steve, were wonderful and made our wedding run perfectly. There was not one detail that was missed or overlooked by the staff at Bourne. I wish I could go back and do it all over again! I will forever have a lasting memory of the best wedding!

nd accommodated about 160 people comfortably. The dance floor was spacious and the lighting was warm and romantic. It rained during our reception and I loved that cocktail hour was spread through the rooms of the mansion so everyone was comfortable and had space to sit and mingle. Steve was great and professional. He made sure everything ran smoothly. He could be a bit intense, but you get what you pay for and he was on top of every single detail. We were taken cared of well here! Miriam was simply the best! She helped us every step of the process leading up to the wedding day. She answered all of our questions in a timely matter, and gave us helpful advice about whatever we were not sure of. The food was AMAZING! my husband is a foodie so food was a big deal. The menu for cocktail hour, dinner and desk was top notch. We got so much good feedback from our guests! I wanted our wedding to have an intimate, romantic, cozy, classy and comfortable feel and thats exactly what we got. We had so much fun and so did our guests and our pictures came out amazing! It’s truly a stunning venue and the staff is efficient and great.

e something out of a movie...if you want to feel like your wedding day is a fairytale...get married here. Words cannot even begin to explain how perfect every single thing was at Bourne. To start, Miriam was incredible. She was so attentive at every meeting, always answered my emails as soon as possible, and made me feel like a true bride through out the entire process. You would never guess that she was dealing with dozens of other brides and couples at the same time...that's how special she made us feel. Steve, our Maitre'D was also AMAZING. We only met him a few days before the wedding, but come the day of our wedding, it was like we knew each other our entire lives. He really treated us like family. He was always making sure everything was on point, always made sure my husband and I had a drink in our hand or food on our plates. He is the reason our night went as perfectly as it did. Now, to everything else! The food...10/10. Guest's cannot stop ranting and raving about how unreal our cocktail hour was. We did the Asian Station as an added station, and we got SO many more remarks about how good the asian food was than we were ever expecting! The entree's were also incredible. We have zero complaints about the food and couldn't be happier. We decided to splurge on a few extra things, that at first we were a little iffy about, but we are glad we spent the money on them. The raw bar at cocktail hour, the lighting during the reception, the heaters outside for guests to smoke cigars next to, and top shelf liquor. We also extended the cocktail hour another half hour, which was perfect because we had just enough time to greet all of our guests and then enjoy the reception. These little details really added to how perfect the entire night was. The Bourne Mansion was worth every single penny (and believe it or not, it was manageable to afford). My husband and I feel so lucky and still are ranting about how perfect our day was. We have had dozens of guest tell is that it was the BEST wedding they have ever been to. It was everything I have always dreamed of...If you are on the fence about Bourne, just book it. You will not regret it for a second!! All our love to Miriam and Steve !!!! We couldn't thank you enough for everything. Xo Nicole & James

staff were great as well!! Wish I could do it all over again.

t for years for your wedding. We looked all over for weeks and did all the legwork, there is no competitor to the Bourne. The mansion itself is magnificent both inside and out. Think Newport mansions, but you're in NY. Once you visit you'll fall in love with the back of the mansion. It comprises of a vast lawn that looks out to the ocean - you can see sailboats in the background. Our wedding date at the Bourne in September this year was perfect weather, we started the ceremony in the back of the mansion, cocktail was split in and outdoors, and finished reception inside the ballroom. On top of the amazing view and classy indoor decor, you also have Miriam. Even though she's the director of sales, she gave us so many tips from before the wedding to the day of, we felt like having a second wedding planner and was a delight to work with. It was also important to us that we were the only couple getting married, instead of having random people from other weddings around, and at the Bourne you are the only one there for your wedding. We can't imagine having been married anywhere else!

me! We had fresh drinks and food waiting for us at our dais every single time we sat down. Ice cold towels for our necks after dancing. Cant say enough about the tight ship that Steve runs at the bourne mansion. We only met steve once before our wedding, but we felt like weve known him for years! So friendly and very respectful. This man was absolutely built for the job. If youre looking for the perfect venue for your perfect wedding, look no more!

or us. We loved the venue - it is timeless, elegant, and classy. The food was also superb and delicate. Jake was our Maitre D and he was fantastic and helped us to stay on schedule (or as much as we could:). We only wish we could have been guests at our own wedding and enjoyed everything all over again from the guests' perspective since everyone had an amazing time!

rne we met with Miriam. She is an absolute doll! She truly cares for her clients. Working with her was amazing. She made us feel so comfortable and was open to our budge & helped draw us out a plan for what things will cost. She’s an expert & she’s honest. The entire staff at Bourne mansion was amazing. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect & I wish I could do it over & over!!

s one of our first venue meetings, but Miriam immediately put me at ease. Miriam could tell how much my mother and I loved Bourne Mansion and told me about her last two summer dates (which were only 8 months away). Needless to say, Miriam was a huge factor in making my final decision to plan our wedding in just eight months and have our wedding in August 2018. Miriam was attentive from the start- immediately answering emails, sending photos and other inspiration from past weddings. She followed up with us and was consistent in her communication throughout our experience with Bourne. Miriam is extremely knowledgeable about ALL things wedding, and was honest with us throughout the process. On top of all that, Miriam remembered specific details about us each time we visited the venue (for showcases, meetings, etc.) and genuinely seemed to care about us as a couple and not just as a client. Miriam was one of the first people I saw when I walked into Bourne on my wedding day, and it was so comforting to have a familiar face. On the day of my wedding, I met Jake, he was our maitre’d. Jake was EVERYWHERE before you even knew you needed him. Jake kept the day running on time and helped me keep my anxiety about the weather under wraps. During the morning, it had poured outside, but the rain stopped when we arrived at the mansion. Jake did everything in his power to maintain the ceremony set up and consistently assured me that we would be getting married outside. Jake also helped out tremendously with my mother-in-law because she had stained her dress before the ceremony. Jake had about 5 different remedies and helped calm her nerves about the spots quickly and quietly. I didn’t even find out about this until after our honeymoon! My mother also told me that any time she stopped for even a moment, Jake or the bridal attendant were at her side to make sure that she didn’t need anything. Overall, our experience at Bourne Mansion was amazing. Our wedding was everything that I could have ever imagined and more. I truly believe that the team at Bourne Mansion is a huge part of that. I have already recommended Bourne Mansion to everyone who will listen.

ked it immediately, and it was one of the best decisions we had made. We cannot stress how amazing Miriam was to work with. She involved herself in every detail, small or large, prior to the wedding and was available at all times of day to talk. When you are getting married, especially closer to day, you you have endless questions all the time. She always made us feel welcome to call, text, email or come by and chat in person if we ever needed anything or had any questions at all. She checked in with us all the time to see if there was anything she could do, to chat about the wedding planning process & just to lend a guiding hand in any way she could. It was like having a personal wedding planner & I don’t know that we could have gotten through the last year without her. She was truly a huge support that we didn’t even realize we needed. Even though she dealt with many couples all the time, she always did an amazing job at making us feel so special and as if we were her only couple & priority. You pay for not only the amazing one of kind personalized service you receive at the Bourne, but also the food & ambiance. The venue is just truly one of kind, and our family and friends have not stopped raving about how beautiful it is. The ballroom at night, all lit up & decorated just transformed into something so magical. The food was unbelievable and the presentation was impeccable. We had the hardest time selecting our entrees because we knew everything was going to be so good. Everyone that came to the wedding that we have spoken to have complimented us on how delicious everything was & how full they were when they left. The food was something that was important to us when selecting our venue so naturally we were thrilled to hear everyone enjoyed it so much. A few days before the wedding we had a meeting with, Steve, who would be running the wedding day. Steve went through the timeline of our day in careful detail, ensuring everything was exactly what we had imagined so that things would run smooth. He even gave us some fun tips for the day, which came in handy as well. When it comes to your wedding day, you need someone like him by your side to keep things orderly and to keep everything and everyone on schedule. He was always there check in on us throughout the night, see if we or our families needed anything at all. My father was drinking a turkish alcohol the night of the wedding. Well turns out one bottle wasn’t enough since he happened to run out of it. Steve, without anyone knowing got into his car and ran to the closest liquor store( begged them to stay open until he got there) to get another bottle for my father so he could continue enjoying the party. My husband and I just couldn’t believe it. He was just so on top of every single detail. Our bridal attendant, Catherine, was wonderful also. She really tended to me all day and made me feel like a superstar . She could see I was cold when taking our photos outside and continuously brought me hot tea to keep warm. All these details combined, are what make the experience at the Bourne one of kind and priceless in our opinion. We had the most magical, special day of our lives and we owe it all to Miriam & Steve.

d’ and he was unbelievable ! I will have these memories for a lifetime and i am so grateful!

; he would anticipate issues and address them before they arose. Our bridal attendant was a sweetheart and very attentive. The entire experience at the Mansion from ceremony thru cocktail hour and reception was exceptional. Our guests are experienced wedding goers and raved over the beauty, attentive service, food quality and desserts (flambé station). The Bride and Groom said it exceeded their wildest expectations! Thank you Miriam, Steve, Jake and the entire staff for making our daughter’s wedding day over the top sensational!

y need was anticipated by the diligent staff. Jake was our maitre d and he worked hard to make sure every detail was in place. Katherine was my bridal attendant and could not have been more helpful and patient! My husband and I got married in August of 2018 and we are still hearing about how perfect, elegant, and magical our wedding was. Our day could not have been more special, the grounds are spectacular and make for a beautiful ceremony. The mansion itself is breathtaking with its old world charm and details. It was the absolute right choice for us, and we would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking to celebrate the wedding of their dreams!!

the stress of having to reschedule our April wedding due to covid-19, she has answered every call and returned every email. I am not sure how she is able to deal with all of us crazy brides and grooms with such ease, even at a time of uncertainty, but she does. Her tenacity is unparalleled. Although, the countdown to our big day has increased, I am thrilled to be working with such an exceptional team at the Bourne.

and listening to our vision. On the day of, I was blown away by the staff's attention to myself the bride and my husband, we felt like royalty. And the food was fantastic! Highly recommended!

greeted by Miriam who has been an amazing help through the planning. We are getting married 2020. We have visited the venue a couple of times and Miriam has been very accommodating. The attention we received from her has been great, and what was important to us was her knowledge of years of experience with everything entailing weddings. We are grateful. We thank you Miriam for helping us plan our dream wedding.

eting after us at 215pm and she just came to us at 150pm so well have to be quick. Then as my fiancée was describing how she wanted the our wedding she always shot down the ideas and made it the way she thought it should be done assuming almost like we had no idea what we were doing. All she did was go over pricing showed us only the inside of the building never showed us the outside. Then at the end just decided to walk away when we were talking (me and my fiancée) didn't even shake our hands or say good bye to move onto her next couple. Very rude and unprofessional would not recommend going there.

d towels to the (perhaps overly) detailed diagram and direction sheet for how we wanted our photos lined up on the different mantels. Suffice it to say, I had a specific vision in mind. Our wedding reception was SO much more than I could ever have imagined! From the moment we met with Miriam, 15 or so months ago, we knew we were at a special place, and in great hands. Miriam was absolutely incredible throughout the whole process, incredibly attentive and super responsive to all of my questions and emails. She offered suggestions without at all being pushy and helped us to craft the perfect vision that we had in mind. As far as the day of the reception, Steve was INCREDIBLE. My husband and I met with Steve the week of the wedding to go over our timeline. We made a few tweaks to accommodate some specific requests and Steve made sure, the day of, that everything ran like clockwork! He managed to coordinate everything without us ever feeling rush, and is so proficient at what he does that the guests were never the wiser. We truly felt like royalty! There is not a single moment we would change about our wedding, which is in no small part the result of Steve and his team. Nicolette, the bridal assistant, was also fantastic. She made sure our glasses were always replenished, that we always had everything we needed and that we were happy. We are so blessed to have had the most picturesque wedding and are so grateful to Steve and the Lessing’s team for making our wedding a day we will never, ever forget! With much gratitude, Diana & Matt Auer

nly 6 months and she was excellent in helping us every step of the way from her vendor recommendations, to special details and what was worth spending a little extra money and other things we could do without to save some money. Steve was also super organized and went over our wedding day timeline with us a few days before. He had our whole evening down to the minute so everything ran smoothly and we were truly able to enjoy the day with no worries at all. Steve was also great with our parents getting them anything needed throughout the night. Our bridal attendant Brianna was also amazing she always had drinks ready for my husband and I, bustled my dress and helped fix my hair halfway through the night. We received compliments for our guests, bridal party and parents about how great Steve and Brianna were at the wedding. Our ceremony was absolutely beautiful with views of the great south bay and the mansion behind us. The cocktail hour was outstanding from the views to the selection of food-raw bar, carving stations, pasta stations our guest were so impressed! They were very accommodating to vegan and gluten free! We loved that the ballroom doors are closed until the reception it was a huge surprise to all our guests to then enter the ballroom that is absolutely stunningly beautiful. Since our wedding, our guests have been raving about the food, service, drinks, and gorgeous venue.

now I had. From my very first phone call, Miriam put me at ease and was ALWAYS available with quick and creative answers to my questions. Steve was magnificent as a maitre'd; he was attentive to me and to my husband as well as our parents. He was always right there to make sure we were comfortable and having the best experience possible. The service was exceptional, the food was delicious, and all the staff were professional and friendly. I can't recommend this venue enough. I hope I am lucky enough to be a guest at a wedding here!!! Not one complaint or wish for something different. You will remember this experience forever.

dating and patient throughout the whole process. Steve was also great to work with. He ran a tight ship the day of our our wedding and helped smooth things over as if they never went awry in the first place. Our only suggestion for improvement is to have more valet to help the cars leave faster in the evening. The food was amazing! Our guests LOVED the experience and loved the food and the atmosphere. It was perfectly romantic. I'd highly recommend them!

Bourne and what it has to offer. Miriam was an absolute pleasure to work with and I am sad that I won’t see her as often now that our wedding is over. There is not one negative thing that we can say about our experience with the Bourne Mansion. From the moment we met our maitre d Steve we were reassured once again that our wedding was going to be nothing short of spectacular. Steve has everything down perfectly and made everything run so smooth. Steve saw me with tears as the rain started and made sure I still had my dream outdoor wedding...he assured me that I had the choice on what to do and made sure that whatever I wanted is exactly what happened. Steve is beyond amazing, and made sure that we ate. You always hear stories of the bride and groom not being able to eat their meal, he sat us down with so much food, and also had the bridal suite stocked with cocktail hour food. The bridal attendant was also beyond amazing, she made me so comfortable and treated me like a friend, she was honestly one of the sweetest people I have met, always made sure I had a drink and food. I can go on and on about how amazing our experience was at the Bourne Mansion and I will recommend this venue over and over and over again. I can’t say thank you enough to all of the staff.

wn. Miriam was amazing from the moment we met and really made us feel confident that not only could we pull off planning an amazing wedding from out of town, but that she’d be there along each step to help make it as easy and stress-free as possible. She was extremely responsive to any questions we had and had some helpful suggestions throughout the day-of planning and vendor hiring process. I honestly don’t know how we would have done everything without her guidance! I also have to give major kudos to the maître d – From the initial meeting with Steve about a week before the wedding, it was immediately evident that he’s an expert in what he does and that we could trust him to make sure everything was run on schedule as planned. This was super important to us because we wanted to enjoy the wedding while also making sure we were eating, taking some evening pictures, tossing the bouquet, and having time to dance and spend time with family and friends instead of wondering what we should have scheduled next. We were never without food or a drink and honestly felt like royalty. His attention to detail is unmatched and it did not go unnoticed – as some other reviews have mentioned, I felt like he could read my mind with just a slight expression on my face from the other side of the room. Not only did we have an unbelievably beautiful wedding day that we’ll always remember, but so many friends and family members came up to us the night of the wedding and the weeks after to communicate how much they loved the venue, the food, and Steve specifically. And of course, the venue itself is BREATHTAKING whether you’re inside or outside. Our guests loved the included valet parking, being able to explore the gorgeous grounds before the ceremony and during cocktail hour, and getting to explore the different rooms as they opened throughout the evening. (While on the topic of different rooms, I would recommend adding the Viennese table during dessert if you can! The set-up is incredible and we received incredible feedback from our guests!) I could probably sit here and write several pages going over how pleased we were with everything leading up to the wedding and on the day-of. We simply can’t thank the entire team at Bourne enough for providing an absolutely unforgettable wedding day. I’d recommend them a thousand times over!

noying sales person but instead always helpful and knowledgeable making us feel good about every choice! She listened to the things we wanted and cared about and knew exactly how to make them work. She checked in throughout the planning and was so supportive and helpful! Next we need to share how great Steve was to have day of! We both agree we wouldn't know where the night would have been without him. He made sure everything ran smoothly from the timeliness of the night to simply always asking if we needed anything. He even read our minds without us saying anything and would bring drinks over if our glasses were empty or just simply check in. He made my husband and I feel so comfortable with him running things and he proved himself time and time again to be such an amazing maitre d. We were both so grateful for both Steve and Miriam and the whole crew day of! It was such a great day and everything ran smoothly because of all of their hard work and we owe them the biggest thank you for that. Lastly, I should add how beautiful the venue itself is. We were lucky to have our ceremony outside and then moved inside for the rest of the night. The grounds themselves are so well maintained and absolutely stunning. The second we walked inside when we were venue shopping we knew it was where we wanted to have our special day. The inside feels so elegant, like its out of a fairytale. This mixed with the amazing staff was a perfect combination for a great wedding. All in all we don't have a bad thing to say about Bourne Mansion. It was the best experience and we would highly recommend it to anyone who asked us.

ng the need to write this review- it was just that great. The Bourne Mansion, Steve Melita, and Miriam are absolutely AMAZING. From the planning and brainstorming of decorations, centerpieces and timeline to the day of party- EVERYTHING is handled for you to the point that you don’t have to think about anything except your groom and guests on your wedding day. Including when to get a drink and when you need an ice cold cloth to cool down from the dance floor. It’s just brought to you. From start to finish the wedding was perfect and while I could be biased, I’ve heard multiple times during the whirlwind of the weekend “That was the best wedding I’ve ever been to”. I’ll take some credit on vision but let me tell you, Steve is who you want in your corner! Everything was smooth, including coordinating with the photographers and DJ to when you cut the cake and how to make your entrance to get the right pictures. These people are veterans!! They’ve thought of it all. Outside of the overall atmosphere, the cocktail hour and room set-up according to our inventory and instructions was seamless and Catherine was there to bustle my dress and check on me without having to bug my mom and bridal party who were hosting. The guests are still reaching out talking about how cool the staff served dinner, how the bouquet from the balcony was so fun and the food from cocktail hour especially were spectacular and how they want to do it all over again. I can’t say enough about how glad we are we went with Bourne. For anyone planning a wedding- you will not be disappointed!!! My HUSBAND and I hope to attend a wedding here as a guest again!

teve the mater dee who comes in the picture 10 days before your wedding I found to be extremely rough around the edges and mean. I felt like he likes to micro manage the day to what his expectations are and not really what you want as a couple. For someone who is so over protective about the time line, I felt the bridal attendants weren’t attending until told to do so and had bad attitudes like miserable to be there, then I felt we were taking pictures outside there was no one closing the doors and keeping them out so no one would see me ( the bride). During the reception Steve kept pulling me away and asking about the review I was giving instead of letting me enjoy my guests and the thousands of dollars I spent there. The alcohol selection was sub par for 300 a person you would expect better and was told it was possible until it wasn’t. And we ended up bringing our own in. The night was beautiful and unique and my guests had a great time but I was disappointed in the staff and my expectations weren’t really met by them.

an incredible day! The bride and groom as well as myself all live out of state now, so planning a wedding back home in NY was quite a challenge. Without Miriam's guidance and support, I don't believe we could have pulled off such a perfect day. She is really terrific! Very responsive and so very helpful. Working with her was a pleasure. When the big day came, Steve was running the show. Could not have asked for a better person to be in charge. He is clearly the best at what he does. He ensured that everything ran like clockwork and everyone was having a great time, especially the bride and groom! I couldn't believe how many guests commented to me about how wonderful Steve was! All of the staff, food and drink were great! I highly recommend Bourne Mansion! The day was like a dream.... Thanks so much, Bourne Mansion!

venue tour over a year before our wedding. She sat down with us, answered all of our questions, and helped us create an outline (including the cost of other vendors) for our wedding. I was an out of town bride, so I had a lot of concern about the difficulties of planning a wedding from across the country. From our initial meeting to our wedding day, Miriam was there answering my constant emails and phone calls and alleviated all of my concerns. She is truly amazing to work with. The week of our wedding, we met with Steve who helped us put together our final timeline. He took care of any of our last minute jitters and gave us the confidence we needed that everything was under control going into our wedding day. Jake was our Maitre'D on the day of our wedding. I could talk about how amazing Jake is ALL day. From the moment I arrived at the mansion, to the second my new husband and I left in our getaway car, Jake ensured that the entire day was executed perfectly. He worked with all of our vendors to ensure that myself and my husband were taking the time to enjoy ourselves and really be present in our celebration. He made sure that we did not want for ANYTHING the entire day/night. Not only did he take perfect care of us as Bride and Groom, but he also treated our families like royalty. We are so grateful that he was a part of our wedding day. Our guests were amazed by the beauty of this venue and the amazing food. The staff was professional and every guest was taken care of throughout the night. We had people coming up to us all night telling us what an amazing time they were having and how perfect everything was. Not only is the Bourne Mansion a beautiful wedding venue, but the staff is truly second to none. We highly recommend Bourne Mansion for a dream wedding!!

ve it - he manages a team that offers a 100% seamless wedding experience. They take care of everything. If I even imagined wanting a glass of champagne, it would magically appear in front of me. If I forgot where I was supposed to be in 15 minutes, he was already there reminding me what was coming next.. I don't know how else to describe it, but the way the Bourne Mansion team executes an event is something incredible to witness. The mansion is absolutely gorgeous and unlike any other venue we visited (and we took quite the tour around Long Island). Honestly, I want to live there and/or become Miriam's booking assistant just to be able to hang out there more. It is a luxurious, elegant place to have a wedding. The food was fantastic. Everyone was blown away by the beautiful grounds. I don't know what else to say other than I hope someone I know has a wedding there so that I can go back and experience it as a guest. Amazing!

ful and available with any questions and suggestions I had, at all times. She made it so fun and exciting to plan. Steve was excellent! He provided a game plan for my husband and I as well as my bridal party. He would pull my husband and I aside during the wedding to cool us off with cold towels, bring us ice cold water on the dance floor, and always made sure we had drinks and food at our fingertips. It was our dream day thanks to them. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. I had my dream wedding! I highly recommend the Bourne Mansion. It's exquisite. Thank you Steve and Miriam!

ght there to answer questions and refill our drinks. The bartenders were on point, friendly, and knowledgeable. STEVE ABOVE ALL WAS ONE OF THE GREATEST ASSETS TO THE EVENING. He runs a tight ship and ensured that everything was going smoothly and efficiently. He definitely added to the evening to make it a great experience for all parties involved. His hospitality and management took this event above and beyond. Here's to you Bourne Mansion and especially to you, Steve! Thanks for a great night!

sistant Catherine, went above and beyond to attend to all of the needs of the wedding party, from arrival at the venue to our departure following the reception. Due to the uncertainty of the weather, we decided to move the ceremony indoors last minute and Steve made the transition happen quickly and smoothly. I highly recommend the Bourne Mansion for your family wedding. The expectations of the bride and groom were exceeded. We received rave reviews from family and friends in attendance.

was DELISH! ....Our guests are still calling and texting to tell me what a "fairytale" it was. The night went seamless and we wish we could do it all over again! Thank you so much to the both of them, and the Bourne Staff, for an unforgettable evening of elegant fun! XOXO Gena & Rich - 6/15/18

se it excels at everything. It is the ideal location where guests can enjoy the best of both worlds - the water from the patio and the classic rooms inside. From the beginning, we had an amazing experience with Miriam. She had wonderful suggestions that helped our wedding stand out. She was in constant contact and made sure to accommodate all of our needs. Steve was also instrumental in guiding us throughout the process to ensure our weddings stood out from others. He was most especially valuable on the day of the wedding because he made sure everything was executed seamlessly. He made sure my husband and I, as well as our families, were enjoying ourselves. It is obvious through the great work of the staff that the Bourne Mansion is the premiere location for weddings. We couldn’t have asked for a better day and we thank them. We recommend the Bourne Mansion without hesitation!

tly honest. It was an absolute pleasure to work with her and get to know her. The venue is enchanting. The bridal and grooms suites were a great place for the wedding parties to congregate and relax during the downtime. We had an outdoor ceremony--which was just breathtaking. Steve was our maitre d and I seriously cannot rave about him enough. He made my wedding into my dream wedding. He executes everything beautifully and doesn't miss a step. It was a pleasure and an honor to have my wedding here!!!

ned this glorious affair without her! Not a detail was missed and she made sure that everything was precise. Steve and Catherine were outstanding! Best, Best Best!!!

nd how wonderful Miriam is. We had a two year engagement so I reached out to Miriam whenever I had a question. She was always willing to answer any questions I had and was so beyond helpful. Jake was our Maitre d and he was fantastic. He made the day run so smoothly and stress free. We never had an empty glass, he made sure we were fed and were truly enjoying ourselves. Three weeks later and we are still receiving so many compliments. We heard from so many people how excellent the food was, and that our wedding was the best wedding they've ever been to. I hope someone I know gets married there so I can experience this amazing venue as a guest. We can't thank the Bourne Mansion team enough for truly giving us the wedding of our dreams!!

s beyond gorgeous both inside and out. I attended almost every bridal showcase there even after booking our wedding and I could not stay away lol. The food was amazing, guests are still talking about the food - even my father - who is EXTREMELY hard to please when it comes to fine dining he has VERY high expectations (the man knows what he wants). Miriam, Steve, and Katherine are a dream team. From the beginning I loved working with Miriam. She was responsive (would answer my emails or questions almost immediately), she was kind, and most important - she was honest. She talked me down from getting a flower wall, which I had my heart set on, but was unsure of spending the extra money. She gave meaningful advice, and you never felt that she was trying to rip you off or get extra $$ out of you. She priced out an estimated cost of what all of our vendors should amount to - she was spot on and we used this as a guide in planning and booking all of the services. She consistently sent us updated contracts whenever we made payments and she kept me calm throughout the entire process, but when I found out that she would not be around for our wedding as her own son was getting married that same weekend...I slightly panicked. BUT in steps Steve and Katherine - who were rockstars! We formally met Steve only a few days before the wedding and after that meeting we were confident in his abilities. Steve knows the Bourne inside and out. He ran our wedding and kept everything on track for us and our guests without stressing us out or without making us feel like we were pulled in all directions. I would be on the dance floor with my drink only HALF empty and Steve would be right behind me handing me a brand new FULL drink from the bar...my friends were amazed at this service, as was I! At one point he even gave us cold towels to cool down because we were dancing up a storm. He kept our bridal party laughing and was funny but also made sure that the entire day went off without a bump in the road. My parents always say that the maitre d is the one thing they will always remember about their own wedding - and we can certainly say the same! We met Katherine the day of the wedding and she was beyond amazing! She was so sweet and attentive, she helped me with my dress and helped to insure that the entire day was flawless! I cannot thank the staff at the Bourne enough for their hard work and attentiveness and I would recommend this venue to ANYONE looking to have the most memorable wedding!

t right away! She is extremely professional and was always very quick to get back to me with any concern or question that I had. She was an absolute pleasure to work with ! The day of the wedding we had Steve as our maître d' and he was very accommodating to me and my husband as well! Everybody at the wedding had The most magical and amazing time and there were several people who came up to me and said that our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to! The food, the ambience, the drinks, The service was all phenomenal! I highly highly recommend getting married at the Bourne mansion. I hope that one of my friends can get married there so that I can experience It as a guest lol I love it there so much !!!

ire process - always keeping my daughter on track not only with things for the reception but also with contacting vendors and helping her with suggestions for decorating the Bourne, menu selection, photo opportunities, etc. Miriam covered it all, she even had the fountain turned on!!! Then, there's Steve...If you want someone to plan and guide you through the day of the wedding, Steve's your man. Once you arrive at the Bourne Mansion, Steve does not leave your side. I still don't know how he was catering to the bride, groom and their parents all at the same time. But he did and he was awesome!! A few days before the wedding, we met with Steve, my daughter told Steve what she had envisioned for the evening and he took her through the entire evening by setting up a timeline. The timeline let my daughter and her husband know what is happening, when and where, so there are no surprises that night. Before the evening started, Steve shared words of wisdom in a toast with my daughter and her new husband and then made their wedding dreams come true. Miriam, Steve, the service, food, and of course, the venue made it all possible. It was the best wedding ever!!!!

s personal and professional , above and beyond , I love her! Jake was amazzzing , it was a match made in heaven (my maitre D and I) . If I can give 10 stars I would !

However beauty is not enough if the staff is not good. Well let me tell you that is not the case. Starting with Miriam , she is who we first met with to book and plan it all. Miriam is so sweet , wonderful to work with, she walks you through everything. She is calm and sweet, she knows exactly what you need to make your day perfect,I absoutely adored her. Next Steve , well without Steve I'm not sure the Bourne mansion would be in business. From the very beginning of the night till the minute you walk out the door Steve is guiding you through it all. He is there to tell you every thing you need to know and do , things that we would be clueless about. He is so good at what he does, he always madel sure we were happy too. So now we have a beautiful place with people who are amazing and so so nice. We have the most amazing food as well, but what some people don't know is or I should say who they don't know is Debbie . Deb minarik , wow!! So I decided to hire deb for day of coordinator just because I stress and needed help that day. Omg I don't know how we could have done it without her. Deb did everything , there was nothing she would not do . She starts early and leaves with you . She sets up everything for photos, she tells you what to do and when to do it. She has a schedule of your day, and follows it so your day runs smooth. I found out that I wasn't the only one she was helping , the whole bridal party did as well. Everyone of my daughters girls told me they don't Know what they would have done without deb. She is there for everyone, and all there needs as well as running the whole day . She is so under paid . Deb is worth so much more, I would never think of doing any large event again without her. Janet also works for deb. She made beautiful baskets , and has such creative ideas. She was able to put my daughter and son in laws monogram on the mirrors. It was such a beautiful touch. She is so good at what she does, and so helpful, her and deb are a great team.So now you have a beautiful mansion with the nicest most amazing team of people, why look anywhere else. Perfect, most beautiful wedding. They made a dream come true.

se me with how amazing it was in person! She answered any question I had quickly and was full of knowledge. The day of my wedding working with Steve and his team was a great experience as well. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for not only myself but my bridal party and family. The food was also delicious! I highly recommend booking your event at the Bourne Mansion!

e information. Steve worked our wedding night and he made sure everything went off without a hitch. He kept everything moving like clockwork, and always checked in with us to see if we had everything we needed/wanted. I would highly recommend this venue to any one, they really do such a spectacular job while making sure it's exactly what you and your fiance were envisioning. My husband and I are still wishing he could relive that night again- hopefully we get to go to someone else's wedding there!

e would do over and it is all thanks to Miriam, Katherine, Steve and the rest of the Bourne family. We have had so many people tell us it was the best wedding they have ever been to and we cannot be more elated with how everything went. Steve really makes sure that everything down to the minute is on schedule and running smoothly. Every time my new husband and I left our dais our water and champagne were magically refilled. We had so much fun and could not have asked for a better night. I really could not have dreamt of a better wedding. It was absolutely perfect in every way.

She was always available to talk through any detail, was very kind and just the right person you want to guide you through the planning process. She was great at easing any worries and worked within our budget. Secondly, Bourne is a Lessings location so the food was impeccable and delicious - all our guests had only the best things to say about the everything! Not to mention, the bridal suite and new grooms suite were spacious and came out gorgeous in the pictures. The grounds are incredible, the staff was super helpful and thoughtful throughout the day and everything went out without a hitch. We would recommend this to anyone who wants to feel some old-school glamour along the gorgeous backdrop of the south shore of Long Island.

magnificent and the feeling you get when you are walking around inside is something that you’ll never experience again at another wedding venue. Each room has a unique feel to it and the ballroom itself is breathtaking. Miriam was the main contact person we dealt with from the moment we booked the venue up until the day of our wedding. Anyone that has had the pleasure to meet and work with her knows that, besides being very good at her job, she is an amazing woman who will go above and beyond what is expected of her to make sure your wedding is as perfect and unforgettable as possible. Whenever we had a question about anything, Miriam was always promptly accessible via phone or email. As for the actual wedding day, we specifically requested to have Steve as our maître d’ based primarily on previous reviews. He certainly did not disappoint. When we met with him roughly 48 hours before our wedding to go over the schedule for the day, it was clear Steve knew what he is doing. He is exceptionally organized and very meticulous with regards to planning the entire wedding day, especially after you arrive at the mansion. He will give you a minute-by-minute breakdown relating to the key events of the day, which is something we greatly appreciated. This alleviated a lot of stress because everyone in the wedding knew exactly when and where they needed to be after arriving at the venue. On the actual day of the wedding, Steve executed the schedule he laid out perfectly. And when the band we hired to play at our reception showed up late due to weather-related issues, Steve played a vital role of getting everything back on track and running smoothly. On top of all that, he was tremendous in making sure we always had a drink in our hand and plenty of food either in the bridal suite or on our table in the ballroom. The last thing I said to Steve before leaving the mansion was that he was one of the highlights of my wedding day and I truly meant that. So, in summation, the Bourne Mansion has everything. The building itself is exquisite and classy, the staff is second to none, and the food both during the cocktail hour and the reception was delicious. My family from Pennsylvania labeled our wedding as the “royal wedding” because of the beauty and elegance associated with the mansion, and I could not agree more. If we could do it all over again, there is nowhere else my wife and I would choose to celebrate our marriage other than the Bourne Mansion.

step of the way from day one. She could not have been more sweet and accommodating; always giving great tips and letting you know where you could cut corners and where to invest. Jake was our maitre'd the day of the wedding and I could not compliment him enough for the amazing work he did to constantly stay two steps ahead of the game and keep me informed of where I needed to be promptly when I needed to be there so I could enjoy the most of my time at my big event. If you have big families he is skilled at corralling large groups. My guests were definitely wowed with the property itself; the library has velvet textured walls and the music room sweeps you away into another world. What impressed our guests even more so was the delicious variety of food served during the cocktail hour; home runs included the goat cheese and pesto tarte, the pulled pork, the pastrami and the fact that there was something for everyone. We highly recommend the venetian hour and to go coffee bar. You won't need much extra decor in this place...seriously! We did minimal flowers and very low-key decor on the mantels and bar tops. I can honestly say I had the perfect wedding day and it couldn't have been complete without the Bourne Mansion and it's wonderful, impeccable staff!

ithout error. Anything we asked or wanted was presented to us in a snap of a finger. They were beyond attentive to detail and took such good care of us as the bride and groom and our guests. The food and drinks were beyond delicious and the entire night was perfection. I can't stay enough about the staff at the Bourne I highly highly recommend this venue.

of the wedding was outstanding. The food was wonderful and the people helping us on the day of the wedding were kind and professional. Jake was with us every step of the way at the reception. You can definitely tell that everyone at The Bourne Mansion really knows what they are doing and they do this often. Each detail was perfect and my husband and I will treasure this day forever. We highly recommend The Bourne Mansion. We had about 150 guests and the ballroom was very comfortable for this size party.

h, as well as the gorgeous space, delicious food & drinks, and highest caliber of customer service from beginning to end. THANK YOU Miriam, Steve, Katherine, and everyone at Bourne who made our wedding the best day ever!!! Lots of love--Lizzie & Cian

y daughter & I had, and the food …. one word I heard that night and every day since, Fabulous; the Filet Mignon, Lamb, Oso Busco, Hanger Steak, Clams, Oyster, Shrimp Station ......... Miriam Aronson, The Bourne’s Event Director was a treasure; she not only guided us all along the way with ideas, but she answered all concerns & questions right away. She knew where & what we could save on for all the little details we wanted. Steve Melita was our Maitre’d & I can't imagine anyone doing it better. He runs a tight ship and is on top of everything, down to the smallest detail. He noticed when we didn’t have a drink in our hand and would personally get us one or made sure we knew to be in a particular location, so we wouldn’t miss a particular moment. He even came to tell me that my dinner was on the table and not to let it get cold! The attentiveness was 2nd to none. Aside from Steve, Miriam & ALL the Bourne Staff, the other person who made our day so enjoyable and relaxing was Janet Godfrey, an Event Coordinator from Deborah Minarik Events, who I met at the Bourne's Showcase & hired to be our Day of Event Coordinator. WHO KNEW THERE WAS SUCH A THING!!! I have spent the last week telling everyone that there is no way they should have a big event without Janet. Along with Steve, Janet was the one who allowed my husband, daughter, new son-in-law & I to actually live in the moment of the day. She took care of all the “business” of the day; & let’s be real, a wedding is a day for Fairytale Dreams, but it’s also business deals with different vendors; having Janet allowed us to stay in the Fairytale that is the Bourne Mansion, so between Steve & Janet ….. Everything was taken care of. To know that they were there, worrying about even the small details .... Priceless. I was told by my family that I have placed The Bar Very High and they are not happy! LOL So it appears as though I may be attending quite a few more weddings at The Bourne in the future!!!!

made sure our wedding was a beautiful success.

hing about working with Miriam is that she genuinely loves to help her brides get the most out of their day. There was nothing that she couldn't help me with! And Steve, our Maitre'd, was nothing short of incredible the day of our wedding. Steve was always 3 steps ahead of everyone else. He would hand me a tissue and I haven't even sneezed yet (lol!). Which made it so easy to not have to think of anything that was going on except to just enjoy the party! I personally the venue simply speaks for itself. It was one of the most incredible places with the most beautiful grounds that I have ever seen. The food was impeccable!!! And the rest of the lessings staff were true delights to have at my wedding! Thank you all for everything!!!!