Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens

ace. It was the first venue we explored, and we knew right away that it was meant to be (but as good wedding shoppers we still went around and looked at other ones just to be sure). There were several reasons Grand Tradition stood out for us: 1) it is a genuinely beautiful venue, meaning that you really don't need to have too many decorations/floral pieces, which means huge savings. 2) they come with their own coordinator, which means you don't have to worry about your coordinator not understanding the flow or intricacies of the venue and you know it will run smoothly. 3) they have over 30 years in business, which especially since COVID, was extremely important for us as several vendors have closed/are unstable and we wanted to ensure we had reputable and strong vendors working with us. And this 3rd point came into play multiple times as our original coordinator assigned by Grand Tradition (who was amazing) moved out of state a month before our wedding. However you never would have known it because Grand Tradition was very quick to notify us and assigned another coordinator who immediately communicated with us to ensure all of our questions and concerns were addressed. And despite our best efforts, we had several last minute guest drop-outs due to Omnicron and then several more guests (including children even though this was an adult-only event) showed up at the wedding unannounced. What is normally a nightmare situation for any wedding turned out so smooth-- Molly, our amazing stand-in coordinator handled the last minute guest changes with grace and extreme efficiency. I kept bracing myself for multiple questions from our coordinator as to where we would want these last-minute guests placed but nope, she just took care of business! We received so many compliments from our guests for how beautiful the venue was, how efficient the entire wedding was, how delicious the food was (which was very important to us), and how well the staff took care of us. We were extremely pleased with Grand Tradition and would absolutely refer them to anyone looking for a beautiful, smoothly run wedding. They are truly passionate about what they do and it shows in every aspect of their work. And because I was looking for this information when I was looking at venues-- our wedding was in January and there were high wind advisories (75mph) in SD county the day of, but we did not get any wind at all. The weather was a very beautiful, sunny 68 degrees in the daytime, which dropped to about 55 degrees at nighttime. Arbor Terrace had several heaters and I felt totally comfortable running around in a very skimpy dress even though I normally get cold very easily. (Also protip: GET THE ICE CREAM BAR ADD-ON. Literally everyone was in love with it, it didn't matter that it was in January, people were going back for third and fourth servings!)

lute best time. Don’t get me started on the food… it was to die for! We traveled from out of town, booked the venue sight unseen, and we were a little worried but soon realized we had no reason to be! Seriously brides, BOOK THIS VENUE!!! Florist: lovely ambiance Photographer: love tribe weddings

l of staff at this venue is unmatched, our guests complimented how well taken care of they were. This venue is in a kind of unusual location but it is definitely a little oasis worth visiting.

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hiccups, but anything and everything was so swiftly handled we did not have to worry at all. All of our guests (and us!) also really enjoyed GT's menu. From the logistics and planning, to the location, to the food (which, let's be honest, is what most guests really care about - ha) GT really made our wedding special.

I got from my guests also reflected this. They could not stop gushing about how perfect the wedding was. I couldn't recommend The Grand Tradition enough!

was great. Lindsey Rea was the one who showed us around and really sold us on the place! They have a large brochure with options for every budget. After we booked, they got us set up for the tasting night which is like a mock wedding reception! It was super fun and we got to try a large portion of the menu including the cocktail drinks they offer. Our coordinator, Amanda Cox, was amazing and took care of us that whole night making sure she was there if we had any questions. We had several meetings with Amanda where she went through every detail of our wedding. She was very thorough and made sure to give advice on our suggestions based on her experience. She was super helpful every step of the way! They have a worksheet with all the details and it made it super easy to plan. When the pandemic hit, The Grand Tradition and Amanda were so accommodating and helpful through the whole ordeal of having to rebook and replan the wedding. They were so supportive and understanding through everything. Amanda made sure both the rehearsal and day of the wedding went smoothly. She's very organized and on top of everything you need. She was always there in an instant if there were any issues or questions anyone had. She made it easy for the people I had brought to help me set up, she already knew everything and was able to coordinate with them to get things done. She was by our side basically the entire night making sure my husband and I had everything we needed. I very highly recommend Amanda as your day of coordinator! One of my favorite things they had were the bridal assistants! The bridal assistants were so helpful to have and were very nice! They took so much stress off to have them there anytime I needed help with little things. I wouldn't have wanted my wedding to be anywhere else! I highly recommend having your wedding here, I had great experiences every step of the way.

o sides to pick from, Arbor Terrace or the Mansion. Originally I wanted a beach venue, but the Arbor Terrace is a tropical dream! I felt like I was in Hawaii! The venue provides a coordinator to help navigate the crazy and make your vision come to life! I was assigned to Lisa. While I am sure they are all great and maybe I have some bias, but she gets 5/5 stars in every category! She is prompt in replying with emails, walks you through timelines/vendors/song choices/etc., she made my crazy living champagne wall become a reality and she just did everything! Unfortunately my cake was not delivered on my wedding day. She came up with quick solutions and because she had caught they had the wrong date and emailed the bakery, we can now get a full refund! Thank you!!! They have so many staff on the wedding day. We did a lot of DIY projects. On the day of the rehearsal, we dropped off all of our decor and the staff set everything up to perfection! They have a bridal assistant that literally follow the bride and groom making sure we had everything we needed throughout the day! She knew how to bustle my dress and helped my photographer with pictures. She was also so calm and pleasant! At the end of the night, the staff packed up and loaded all of our decor in our truck. My family just got to enjoy the day! I am so grateful I got such an amazing venue! This venue is top notch and will be everything you have ever dreamed of having for your wedding!

Tradition made the transition so easy (especially after hearing many others horror stories.) Through our journey with the venue we worked with Amanda, Charnel and then Mikayla for our big day. Everyone was wonderful and Mikayla creating a day that felt so seamless and stress free for us. A few of favorite things about the venue: -The seclusion- you step into a tropical garden that feels like a destination wedding outside of San Diego area- our guests were in awe! -The ease of planning- Grand Tradition has weddings down to a science but leaves room for customization. Planning a wedding by myself was daunting but made so much easier when so many of the details were already included in the wedding packages including the delicious food! -The people- From our initial tour to the planning to the day of- our experience was top notch and our guests would say the same. Every one was so kind and Mikayla was especially patient with all of my emails and random changes! The worst part of our wedding is that we couldn’t make the day last forever!

the stresses of planning a wedding, much less, planning a wedding in the middle of a pandemic. Mikayla was that person to keep me calm and reassure me that things would be ok, and they were. I truly appreciated having someone so calm and collected in my corner. She’s the best. I look back at my day and just feel a lot of happiness with how well things went. Having a coordinator and a day of assistant was extremely helpful as well as having the staff there to pack up your stuff at the end of the night was such a HUGE help. I can’t say enough positive things about Grand Tradition. I love it here and I’m glad I got married here. My guests loved the ambiance and food as well.

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e wedding coordinator. She is absolutely FANTASTIC!! She coordinated and handled my daughter Lucrezia's wedding with extreme professionalism and friendliness. She always had a smile on her face and so courteous at every step of the ceremony and the reception not to mention during the days and months prior the special day...she was always ready to answer any questions we had. Lisa you are an amazing lady! The Grand Tradition Estate is fortunate to have you!!

ection. They were not only incredibly professional, responsive, and creative - they felt like part of our wedding party! We had perfect weather for our wedding reception and even a little rain, which the staff was so kind to provide us and our guests umbrellas and golf cart transportation. My husband and I wanted a unique venue and when we toured Grand Tradition in 2019, we knew this estate was the one for us. We chose the Beverly Mansion and Orchid Bar, all of which were beautiful and unique. The guests could not stop raving about how unique the venue was! Please book Grand Tradition - they worked with us, they were flexible, they were understanding, and they KNOW what they are doing. We cannot wait to visit Grand Tradition again, whether it’s for brunch, to walk the grounds on our anniversary, or another event :)

hat we could share with family that did not live locally, and treating us to lunch, our decision was EASILY made. Once planning began, our coordinator Sarah was a godsend. Everyone kept skeptically asking us how planning was going, with the typical assumption that planning a wedding is stressful... but truthfully-- every time we were asked how it was going, our response was always "Great!". The actual wedding however, was by far better than anything we could have imagined. Our guests all felt that they were in Hawaii-- and the recommended shuttle service made attendance easy. Sarah and staff worked so hard to make sure that the day was perfect. I was told before the wedding that no one has a perfect wedding day-- but we feel that we did. If something went wrong, we didn't know about it-- and it was handled. Sarah made us feel comfortable and truly lived by her word that there was nothing we could ask that would be too extreme. We wish we could relive this day every weekend, but instead we will just make frequent trips to GT to have brunch and remember our special day!

hired vendors. We had been planning our wedding during the pandemic and Amanda, our wedding coordinator, made everything so easy even when we were stressed with the outside world. My husband and I had so many compliments on the attentiveness of the staff and our wedding coordinator. I can't say enough great things about this venue. They are absolutely amazing! Highly recommend it to all future brides.

as limited during this time. The Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens was the perfect venue for my wife and me. We had the tropical feeling, peaceful atmosphere, and the luxurious look we wanted. We met with our Wedding Coordinator, Sarah Fox, who was excited for our big day as much as we were. Sarah was professional, easy to communicate with, timely, respectful, and accommodating. Sarah took a load of stress of my wife & my backs which made our wedding day even more relaxing and enjoyable. I highly recommend researching EVERY detail before you throw your high-priced dollar bills at something you may regret on your wedding date. I highly recommend Grand Tradition and their wonderful team, especially Sarah Fox. Thank you!

friendly. The food was amazing. I absolutely love that when you book this venue, it’s a package deal with everything included! With covid, if I had separate food vendors, coordinator, decorators, and too many moving parts, this wedding would have been a nightmare to plan. With the grand tradition, I simply told my coordinator my concerns and everything was taken care of. That simplicity alone is worth the money!! I HIGHLY recommend booking this venue. Many of my guests said this was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to. I felt like such a princess!

throughout the property are breathtaking. When you enter those rod iron gates you are transported to a magical fairy tale land fit for royalty. The Beverly Mansion is stunning from the grand staircase to the Swarovski crystal chandeliers. The horse drawn carriage which is unique to this venue, elevates the entire experience. I am in complete awe and amazement of the Grand Tradition. My wedding coordinator Lisa was a dream to work with from the planning phase to the actual wedding day, this woman is so attentive, detail oriented and absolutely fantastic at her job. The entire staff from the manager Kevin to the day of event staff including my fabulous bridal assistant Danielle made us feel like family while making all our wedding dreams come to life. The food and cocktails were exquisite, my guests could not stop raving about how perfect the food was and how spot on the cocktails were. Thank you Grand Tradition for making all our wedding dreams come true. We are truly blessed to have worked with such incredible people from start to finish.

are impeccably kept and incredibly beautiful. I love how there are separate areas on the property for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Our coordinator was Lisa and she was AMAZING! So helpful, sweet and patient with us during the entire planning process. She was also instrumental on the day of our wedding along with my Bridal Assistant, Adriana. They both ensured that everything ran smoothly so that we didn't have to worry about any of the details. They were on top of everything so that my husband and I could focus on celebrating our wedding day with our family and friends. The food was delicious too! We still get compliments from guests who tell us it was the best food they ever had at a wedding. I normally would not have chosen to serve chicken, but their Chicken Wellington is incredible and definitely changed my mind. We toured other venues who were either comparable in price or more expensive, however Grand Tradition was the superior choice by far considering the top notch service, beauty of the property, quality of the food and all the perks they offer. I am so happy that we booked our wedding at Grand Tradition. I highly recommend them.

!! They helped made our wedding day everything we ever dreamed!

ost incredible wedding coordinator we could ever ask for. Our pre-wedding meetings with her instilled a sense of calm in us knowing that she would ensure the wedding ran smoothly and that we had nothing to worry about. The venue itself was the most beautiful wedding venue I’ve ever been to. We were not expecting this beautiful lush tropical forest to be set in the middle of the town of Fallbrook. It’s breathtaking. They have everything you need!

ible. The grounds are spectacularly beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff just couldn’t have been more professional and dedicated. If they can make us so happy with the many obstacles we faced, imagine what they will do in a normal scenario! Book the Grand Tradition for your special day! They won’t disappoint!

cellent food, excellent planning. It was the best day ever , we love this venue and highly recommend it. Damaris & Troy

was patient and answered every question we had in a timely and professional manner. We were then introduced to Amanda. She was an absolute rockstar. She helped us through each step of the planning process and made sure no detail was forgotten. On the day of, my husband and I were able to sit back and relax. The scenery is beautiful and the food was great! Our guests had an incredible time. When we got engaged, everyone told us the wedding planning process would be very stressful. However, we had a great time planning our wedding and were rarely stressed out while working with the Grand Tradition team and Amanda. I highly recommend getting married here!

e options, another additional bar option, different options for ceremony, etc. We had our wedding at the Beverly Mansion and loved the gazebo for our ceremony. If you're booking during the rainy season, do beware that they move ceremony inside to where the reception is, and do not move the tables so it'll be super tight if you have over 100 people. We were really scared of it raining for this reason, so just be conscious of that. We were assigned Alyssa as our coordinator and a few months into it, we were assigned a new coordinator, Lisa. She proved to be really exceptional and answered all of my crazy, control-freak questions without seeming annoyed at all :) We had a few special requests, some were granted, some weren't and that's all fine and we appreciated the efforts. What was so important was that our dogs were allowed as well. The day of, the whole staff was amazing. Lisa had everything set up perfectly and it all went off very smoothly. It's very well oiled machine.

team provides incredible service on the wedding day, and they make sure that the day is as stress-free as possible. We had rain on our wedding day and Sarah and her team made adjustments seamlessly. Our guests and families have not stopped raving about the venue, food, and service. I am so grateful that we chose Grand Tradition because they make their couples' experiences a priority and exemplify excellent service.

food, we got the buffet option and it was done perfectly!

l tropical greenery. We went with Arbor Terrace over the Beverly mansion because it felt more private. The food was fantastic and service was even better. The only downside is that there are no resorts near by.

trol what we wanted to do and was just overall amazing. She took care of all the aspects on the day of the wedding and it was a huge relief for me that I didn't have to do take care of that on my wedding day. Everyone was super attentive and even if we were behind on schedule and even if there was some hiccups I never felt it. When we arrived in the suites, we had champagne, water and tray of cheese and crackers. We were brought our meal and we got to quickly eat before we had to greet and meet everyone who came to our wedding. The whole team was awesome from all the servers as well. This was the perfect venue and I got so many compliments that this was the best wedding my guests have attended. Also, the food was excellent and everyone raved about it. When I went to the tasting myself I was worried the quality might go down for the real event but it didn't!! I highly recommend Grand Tradition and Sarah especially.

we needed for nothing, always reassuring us that she had it taken care of, sending us reminders and keeping us on schedule. She was fantastic. The venue...breathtaking, the staff...courteous, helpful, professional. The food...best I’ve ever had. They paid attention to every detail. Thank you Grand Tradition for giving Julia and I our fairytale dream wedding. Forever Grateful

absolutely perfect and went without any hiccups. She made sure that every thing I needed from the planning portion to the wedding day was met. They even provide a bridal assistant who made sure we were fed and had appetizers and drinks while we took our photos during cocktail hour as well as during the reception. Not To mention the food was absolutely delicious. I am extremely happy that we chose to have our wedding at grand tradition!

more perfect person to help us make our day so wonderful. We also had Danielle who we meet at the food tasting and requested her to help with out wedding as well. Both of these ladies did an outstanding job and we could not have asked for anyone else that could meet their standard of dedication. I will always recommend Grand Tradition's to anyone who wants to find the perfect place to get married or renew their vows.

ed up with us to see if we needed anything, and were generally overall so attentive of both my husband and myself as well as our guests. The venue itself is gorgeous! I had so many guests tell me it was the most beautiful wedding venue that they have been to. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a wedding site :)

hly trained. Trust me choosing a pure wedding venue is the best. You have professionals that know everything about a wedding. Rather than regular servers who are just catering.

ning a wedding at the same time was a hell of a ride. But Amanda, ever patient with me, kept me on track and ensuring every vendor and decision I made would come through the day of. Grand Traditions works like a well-oiled machine... and as many weddings as they have I felt they made my day particularly special and I’m sure they do that for every bride. Not only is the scenery breath-taking... but the staff makes you feel taken care of and supported every step of the way. I couldn’t have envisioned what Grand Traditions made my day into. They are simply the best there is... my sister & maid of honor loved it so much that she’s getting married there next year! If you want a seamless and stressless wedding pick Grand Traditions, you will be so happy you did.

ensure things went smoothly. We meet about 3-4 times. I planned my wedding from Florida and Sarah helped a lot since I was far away. During the event the service and food was raved about by the guest. They especially loved the meat and chocolate fountain. The best thing about grand tradition is that you don't need signs to direct people because there is butler's who assist with every transition. The Bridal assistant is awesome, she delivered food to my sweetheart table and cleaned my dress when I spilled red sauce on it. I would chose Grand Tradition 100 times over for a wedding. You will not be disappointed.

thing was amazing from the food, to the staff, to the scenery! We were truly blessed to have our wedding here. Amanda Cox was our coordinator and she was PHENOMENAL! Amanda really helped us bring our vision to life. She was so patient throughout the wedding planning process and made sure all our needs were met. About a year into the planning process, we found out I was pregnant and Amanda was more than willing to help us have our gender reveal during our wedding day. She even gave us some brilliant ideas for the gender reveal. Amanda always greeted us with a smile and treated our little pup like family too :-) To say I was impressed with Amanda the day of our wedding is an understatement. She truly went above and beyond to create a once in a lifetime experience for us! She made sure we stayed on track with our time in order to do all the things we wanted to the day of. She also made sure the bride and groom got to eat (thank you so much for that!) and ensured that I had plenty of apple cider throughout the day since I couldn't drink :-) Overall, we had a wonderful experience and we do not regret booking at the Grand Traditions one bit!!

throughout the whole wedding planning process that I didn't know what I would do without Alyssa! Grand Tradition was 100% worth the money. They structure everything throughout the wedding planning process to make it as painless and seamless and possible for the bride and groom. They took care of everything and I didn't have to worry about anything on my wedding day! My guests raved about how beautiful the venue was and how amazing the food was! Shout out to Kevin as well! He was the one who gave us our tour before booking and he was amazing! My dad can be a difficulty person and he handled him with humor and ease - my dad was skeptical before the tour and then completely on board after the tour! Thank you Grand Tradition for making our special day perfect!

e in March and it was absolutely perfect! So many of our guests complimented how beautiful the venue was and were pleasantly surprised by all the scenery and waterfalls. It felt like a destination wedding in our own city :) Our wedding day went so smoothly and stress-free thanks to all the work the staff and our coordinators did. I recommend Grand Tradition 100%! Our dream wedding became a reality here!

hidden gem, driving to the venue you would never imagine there would be such a beautiful tropical style garden in the area. Elle gave us our tour and she was so sweet and helpful, she answered all of my questions not only the day of the tour but the weeks following. Once we booked with GT we were introduced to our day of coordinator, Charnel. I am sure all of the coordinators are great, but Charnel was simply the best! She is sweet, ORGANIZED, helpful and so very patient with us! I asked about a million questions leading up to the wedding and I know I asked the same questions repeatedly, she was quick to respond and always happy to answer my questions. Our rehearsal was on Valentines day, which just so happened to be one of the worst storms in the San Diego area in quite some time. Roads were flooding, the wind was knocking trees over....stressful to say the least. Charnel was so on top of it, we had to of course re-arrange the rehearsal set-up and move it under the reception tent. Even though we rehearsed in a different area, Charnel walked us through exactly how it would be the next day (assuming we had clear weather which we did) So there was no confusion the day of the wedding. Charnel kept everyone & everything running smoothly the day of the wedding, I am truly grateful to have had her as our coordinator, my husband and I just adore her. As for the wedding experience for us and our guests....it was incredible. Everyone has been gushing about how beautiful the venue was and how amazing the food was! Everything about our day was perfect and we cannot recommend Grand Traditions enough. They will make the wedding planning process smooth and remove a ton of stress as well as provide a gorgeous venue that your friends and family will love!

nning a wedding, but having a venue that's transparent with pricing, and having an incredible staff to support you throughout the process and on the big day, is worth every penny. They've got weddings down from easy to understand planning forms to providing final touches such as the cake stand, table numbers, ring bearer pillow, etc at no extra charge. The venue is a little remote with the area not having much and we were warned about the potential lack of Uber/Lyft drivers, however, our guests were so impressed, it didn't sound like they had any problems driving with many coming 1.5-2 hrs away. There are many great Airbnb's in the area as well. Grand Tradition gave us a beautiful wedding and our guests thought we had spent something in the 6-digits, which was totally not the case, but we are so happy they even had that impression. Our wedding was held at the Beverly Mansion with the ceremony at their newer Compass Garden site. It was awesome that we got the best of both worlds with the beautiful lake grounds, and then the intimate, lush tropical scenery and waterfall for the ceremony. We had 18 tables (150 guests) at the Crystal Ballroom, but everyone was comfortable, and not to mention the large dance floor too. The buffet option was great as our guests were able to go for seconds or thirds. The FOOD was a huge highlight to the experience as well. The salmon was moist and not fishy, and their prime rib was perfectly cooked as well. We got compliments on everything down to the salad and ravioli. Alyssa, our coordinator, was a true MVP. She was beyond helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process and was our go-to on any wedding cultures or common traditions or trends we didn't know about. She totally had my back when I got too drunk too and made sure I was hydrated and had food in my stomach. What a sweetheart!!! She was a perfect communicator throughout the day and verified the details that were in our plan as they came up in case we were feeling any changes or if guests said otherwise. Lisa was another coordinator that helped us in times when Alyssa wasn't available and we were lucky to have her as additional support. We were in a panic and didn’t have bobby pins or hair spray and Lisa got us some super quickly. Lastly, Camarin our bridal assistant was so sweet and helpful and even thought to give me napkins to hide in my bouquet in case I started to ugly cry during the ceremony. Sad it's all over, but so glad Grand Tradition's garden and restaurant are open to the public for us to come visit for years to come.

lking about how gorgeous it was. Would definitely recommend to couples looking for an almost all inclusive venue!

he day gives me chills. The team was totally organized and anything we needed we received. Kalani is the best coordinator and I truly believe she was assigned to our wedding for a purpose. She really understood our needs, she made us feel comfortable and we left feeling like we made a new friend. She was courteous, professional, loving and this day wouldn't have been the same if she was not our coordinator. This venue is AMAZING, I highly recommend checking it out, I promise you will not regret it.

this place to anyone who’s looking for a venue that’s affordable and amazing! Thank you so much for making my day perfect!!

nel really helped make our day feel like OURS. The whole package that Grand Tradition provides was unlike anything we had seen before. Would definitely recommend!

o accommodate my needs, and THANK GOD for that situation falling thru. I was able to have the wedding of my DREAMS at Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens! From the moment we stepped foot in the venue, I was in LOVE! I initially was going to have my wedding in the mansion, however after seeing Arbor Terrace, I was sold! The staff was more than accommodating and understanding with all my visions. The way they communicate with you throughout the planning process is so personal. From the bridal faire, to the food tasting, Every little detail made everything so memorable!! 😁The day of my wedding was so organized and on point! If there was ANY issues, I knew nothing about it! I was truly impressed! I wasn’t rushed at all! The fact that everything is done in a timeline form, lets you know exactly what should be happening and when. I wish I could do it allllll over again. Alyssa stayed in close contact with all my vendors making sure no balls were dropped! Matter of fact, if it wasn’t for her, I probably wouldn’t have had a wedding cake that day. Lol. My baker called me saying that she just received a call from Alyssa confirming my cake delivery and she had my date on the 27th, rather than the 26th (although we definitely confirmed my date during each meeting). Everything was confirmed and my cake was delivered right on time....thank you Alyssa 😘! With me designing and planning my WHOLE wedding myself, from the decor, to the music, to the guest dress code, Alyssa, my coordinator went over and beyond to make sure my wedding day was exactly how I envisioned it being! My wedding will be the stepping stone to begin my business and Alyssa made sure all my decor was placed in the correct spots! She made sure all the guests were comfortable, and she made me feel like a princess making sure I was ok throughout the night. Alyssa is AMAZING!!!!! I am very much a perfectionist, and this was no challenge for her. I wouldn’t have traded her for the world!!! She kept in very close contact with my Maid of Honor throughout the night to ensure everything was PERFECT! Would I recommend Grand Tradition?? Well, if you are looking for a GORGEOUS, accommodating, fairy tail, PROFESSIONAL, flexible, welcoming, stress free venue with AMAZING food... then YES!!!!!!! They made my Wedding Day Unforgettable!!!! Thank you Grand Tradition!!!

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vendors that was really helpful. I wound up going with people who were on their list and it worked perfectly.

r guests were in awe of how beautiful it was and how good the food was! Considering that we are from Laws Vegas, from the first day we viewed the place to the planning, the food tasting and the wedding day itself, everything turned out the way were hoping it would be. The owners are also very involved which makes them so different from other wedding venues. Staff were all great and courteous. The weather was also perfect for our November wedding. This venue is a gem in a small town(Fallbrook) which we would never have known if we had a different venue. My husband and I are very happy and we highly recommend Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens. We are very thankful for them and we wish we could just do it over and over again!

ide along with us. We were sold and couldn't be happier with our choice. We booked Arbor Terrace and it was amazing. All of our guests were blown away by the beauty of the venue and how it took you away from the world and into a lush, tropical paradise. In addition to the beauty of the venue, the staff is amazing. Alyssa, our coordinator, made sure that our day ran smoothly from beginning to end; she was awesome! We can't say enough good things about this venue; we had such a positive experience. If you want a beautiful venue with wonderful staff (and who doesn't), book Grand Tradition!

pecifically so your guests don't see you until you walk down the aisle to the peak outs by the water fall for your photographer to capture that amazing picture - everything has truly been thought out and well planned for to host a wedding. I thought their prices were very competitive to other venues when you list out all of the perks to get included with the venue cost, Chivari chairs are typically an upgrade at most venues, bridal assistants and ushers are not usually provided, having an on-site coordinator who helps you plan every detail is again something that you out source at any other venue. I would almost consider this an all-inclusive venue with how much great necessities are provided! From cake stands to easels to gift boxes, all of those little things add up when you have to purchase them yourselves, and a lot of times you don't have a use for them afterwards, so it is great that GT gives you the option to use their equipment and décor! Charnel was our day of assistant and she was fantastic, I would HIGHLY recommend requesting for her as she was phenonmal. But every staff member has done a million weddings so they are all so knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to executing your wedding day. Overall amazing facility and would definitely recommend anyone to tour this place as you have to see it in person to truly grasps its beauty!

nforgettable. The only thing better than the location with the gorgeous gardens and mansion was the friendly and professional staff. Lindsey was so helpful every step of the way, from our first meeting to some last-minute changes. I cannot recommend them highly enough, they made our special day absolutely fantastic!

of our conversations during the planning process and helped us create a wedding customized just for us. The food was delicious and the people working at The Grand Tradition were all so nice and joyful. It was great to work with a venue that takes care of the set-up/take down, food, and much more. The mansion and gazebo on the lake made for beautiful photos. If we had to do our wedding all over again, it is without a doubt we would choose the Grand Tradition—it will seriously make your dreams come true.

meeting. The meeting went great, we were scared we wouldnt be able to afford it but after modifying our dates we were able to save a ton of money (highly recommend sunday wedding, turn out was still huge with lots of fun!). At the meeting they provided us with champagne and beer free of charge. so thoughtful and professional. After booking, we were assigned to a wedding coordinator. Alyssa Dela Rosa is an angel and a girls best friend. She is so very professional, approachable, and reachable. She responded to all emails and calls so fast!! THE BIG DAY: No complaints! *Alyssa organized everyone just perfectly *time line was perfect and made it stress free for everyone *vendors were assisted *the sound tech guy was great! slideshow and ceremony music turned out perfect *drinks and snacks provided (so beautiful!!!) on serving trays to bride and groom room *food was outstanding, still receiving compliments!!! *my desserts were delivered by bakery, Alyssa set them up free of charge, made the entire reception are look perfect *After the wedding, the entire staff gathered together to help my family package up all of our bins (home made decor). They were so efficient and helpful *couldnt have been happier with the day. this venue is very professional and have hosted numerous weddings and it shows. The organized packet of info should be your first indicator that they know what they are doing. Do not take is as controlling or limiting, appreciate it because it makes your day run smoothly and perfect lastly, the food tasting event they put on is not like any others ive ever been too! such a fun night. made new friends, felt like we were at a real wedding

crease (LOL). When it was time to finally book the venue, I promised my parents that I would look at other places because of the cost of GT. Granted, I have expensive taste and there were only 2 other venues that SLIGHTLY compared to GT's beauty, and they weren't that much cheaper. I figured GT is worth every extra penny than the other venues and, after my parent's acceptance, booked GT 14 months in advance! My first coordinator was Amanda who was very friendly and energetic. She learned about my wedding quickly although it's not typical to meet them so soon. About half-way in they changed my coordinator from Amanda to Alyssa. I was very skeptical since I had built a friendship with Amanda and requested to have a manager on the sidelines while I transitioned to Alyssa (which they accommodated) SHE. WAS. AMAZING! (Carrie - you're amazing too!) I felt as if I was her only bride - she remembered not only wedding details but personal details about myself that I had mentioned. She knew my wedding details as if they were her own and always greeted me with a smile. She was knowledgeable, friendly and very enthusiastic! Every meeting with her was like meeting with a friend- she made me feel welcome and at home. She helped me fight for a few very unique requests that, without her persistence, I'm sure would have been declined by management. I've worked with a few coordinators at friend's weddings at other venues and I can honestly say she's the best I've met and I'm extremely thankful for her. The rest of the staff was always very welcoming, complimentary, and treated me like a Queen. I had a couple hiccups along the way for things that were out of my control (remodeling 3 months before my wedding? EEEK) but every issue they resolved with flying colors, quickly, and with a smile (even though I was definitely a bridezilla). If booking this venue for it's looks isn't enough, then book them based on the staff. You're in EXCELLENT hands and they will make sure that no matter what, no matter how crazy the request, they will make your dream wedding a reality. The upkeep of the venue is outstanding. You'll never see a dead flower or a dry spot in the grass (and I've visited GT for every season). Grand Tradition is by far the most beautiful venue for a wedding and what I like to call "the happiest place on earth".

onto the estate, but honestly its the staff we were in contact with that truly made our year of planning nothing short of amazing! Grand Tradition’s staff were a vital piece to our wedding day being stress free so we could just focus on the important things of the day, like getting married to your best friend! :) The professionalism and attention to detail is what sets Grand Tradition apart from all the other venues in the area and we consider ourselves lucky to have had them! From the first interaction we had with Carrie for our venue tour, to our last planning meeting with our incredible coordinator Kelsey, all the way to the wedding day itself where every single staff member was willing and ready to lend a helping hand, our wedding day turned out perfect! Kelsey was our wedding coordinator, and we could not feel more blessed for everything she did for us every step of the way! We couldn’t possibly put into words how much we appreciate her doing everything in her control to make our wedding day a dream, and a dream it was. She was always so kind, warm, and welcoming. Her professionalism exceeded all expectations and she is so organized and detail oriented that we didn’t have to be! :) We constantly said throughout the process “Kelsey we have no idea what we would do without you.” She was a key piece in making our fairytale wedding come true and we can’t thank her enough. Grand Tradition is not just a venue to us, it is now a piece of our lives and hearts forever. THANK YOU Grand Tradition for the best memories! We will see you again for our 10 year! :)

ligence). We were thrilled to come back and book this venue after our search - it was truly unmatched in beauty, value and service! Throughout the entire process, Katie and Kelsey were a dream team. I was "that bride" - with a million questions, and a million "what ifs". They always answered me promptly, thoroughly and were happy to accommodate everything I threw at them! From creating my signature cocktail to setting up extra appointments just so we could practice our first dance on-site - everyone was so flexible, and paid so much attention to detail, I couldn't have asked for a better wedding team! Their banquet staff, receptionists, parking attendants - and awesome sound technician - everyone deserves a shout out!! (just as one example of their dedicated service, our coordinator Kelsey spent 30+ minutes picking out the exact shades we could turn the LED at different parts of the reception - and that's just the tip of the iceberg) We had provided GT with 20+ boxes of various decorations; everything was set up perfectly. I honestly couldn't imagine anyone else having this level of perfection without hiring a professional decorator! On our actual wedding day, we never had to worry about a thing! Our party got there a tad late (it happens), and Kesley & team were able to adjust the schedule, and juggled all the moving pieces - so that we didn't even have to think about it. And on top of all her coordinator duties, Kelsey came up to us every 10 minutes to check in (and bring us a drink)!!! And, of course, the grounds are just gorgeous - all of our guests were blown away by how scenic all of the sites looked - and everyone was raving about the food. We just couldn't recommend GT enough!!

le to enjoy our night without any worries of logistics.

ding raved about how delicious the food was! It really is an excellent venue, because you can have both the ceremony and the reception all at one place. The customer service at the venue is excellent! Carrie and Kelsey really excel at their jobs! They were both so helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. Last, but not least, Grand Tradition has a program called the Ring Corps where you can go visit on your anniversary month every year and get a free meal on them! We are really looking forward to making that our routine every year to celebrate our anniversaries! Overall, it is a phenomenal venue and I knew it before I even went to see it!

ement. Now, two years later, I still get comments about how beautiful my wedding was. Sure, you may be paying quite a bit of money, but the nice thing is that it's so beautiful, you might save on decorations and flowers! Ashley, my coordinator, was amazing, although I do wish I had a full-time planner on top of her because she wasn't the detail oriented planner I needed. But, in the end, it was all beautiful, my day went flawlessly, and I would suggest to anyone who had the money to get married here. It's a true oasis.

y. it was the perfect day and we wold recommend Alyssa for any wedding needs at grand tradition.

lorist etc... The Knot, PLEASE update, this is not an affordable venue for many people

he ceremony site I fell in love with on the website wasn't available due to roofing work. They upgraded me to the another ceremony site that happened to be the best of both venues! The sales staff, including the director all greeted us and we're so welcoming and friendly. My coordinator, Ashley was absolutely wonderful. She supported me and gave me suggestions when and where I needed them. She made sure that the wedding stayed on track and had no problems. I was and still am missing visiting the venue and the staff at Grand Tradition and cannot wait to go back for future anniversary celebrations!

ked the Venue February 2014 for our wedding and we were in constant contact with Our Wedding Coordinator Amanda throughout the whole process. She had an answer for everything and was never more then a phone call or email away. We had a lot of special requests and unique things we wanted to incorporate with the wedding and Grand Tradition and Amanda and the whole staff accommodated without hesitation. Our guests are still talking about "Our Wedding Day" They have gone on and on about how good the food was and the service from the wait staff, and bartenders. The venue has Waterfalls, and Gardens that made our wedding photos Beautiful. This is the place to get Married if you want your Dream Wedding! Very Professional and wonderful staff. If my Husband and i could do it again we would! We can't say enough good things about the ceremony & reception. The whole wedding planning process, worth every penny we spent. It was truly a fairy tale come true.

overall we had a reasonable experience with her. This is an absolute beautiful venue but has some room for improvements. Pro’s The two Venues available, Arbor Terrace and Beverly Mansion are amazing and are picture perfect all around the grounds. The overall business procedures, tour introduction and coordination with vendors completed by the venue was well structured. Cons The venue coordinators do not have work cell phones and can be difficult to get a hold of at times. We had to continuously review the statement/invoice to ensure the changes we requested were applied correctly and discounts offered were included and reflected on the statement. If we didn’t look carefully it could have been rather costly. We had over 50 more seats put out during the ceremony than we requested and discussed with our coordinator. This triggered everyone to gather on one side and made it rather uneven which wasn’t great for pictures and video. The staff hired for the wedding are generally very young. In our opinion the work could have easily been done with 50% less workers if they hired a more mature/adult staff. Another wedding was being held at Arbor Terrance and several of our guests told us after the wedding they were directed to the wrong venue. We paid the venue for an extra hour but toward the end the staff wasn’t around nearly as much to help and we found ourselves looking for staff. There is no online payment system, so you have to call in your credit card every time or send a check for payment. Again, overall we loved the venue and would not have selected another location. We made several add-ons (horse and carriage, compass garden ceremony, cocktail hour, additional hour, chocolate fountain, etc.) at a high price so I think it’s important to point out the areas which could have been improved and that you may want to be cautious of after selecting this venue.

our price range. But surprisingly, it was very reasonable for everything that is included. The staff at The Grand Tradition knows exactly what they are doing and makes sure to have the entire day run smoothly. A coordinator is included and I can't say enough great things about Katie - she was awesome! I didn't have to worry about anything on my special day because I know Katie had it taken care of. The Grand Tradition is so accommodating and went out of their way to meet my needs. The bridal suite is beautiful, the grounds are beautiful, and it was the PERFECT place to get married. I highly recommend The Grand Tradition Estate!

d access to gardens surrounding the mansion as well as the gazebo by the heart shaped lake. The food was amazing! They have a lot of different options to choose from and really want to work with you. Our coordinator was great. She was friendly, attentive and quick to answer all of our questions. She really made us feel on top of everything. Everyone was in awe of our venue and we really didn't need to do much to it. We would recommend this venue to anyone who has the budget for it. We truly had the best day of our lives in a beautiful dream place.

ption at the Arbor Terrace portion of the estate, which is a gorgeous garden filled with tropical flowers, bridges, and waterfalls. The reception is held in a covered (but open to the outdoors) site adjacent to a fireplace and waterfall. Everything at the venue was absolutely beautiful! And beyond that, the service was above and beyond anything we could have expected. Every time we were there, from the bridal fair to the food tasting to the wedding itself, every last detail was taken care of to perfection. Every staff member that we met went out of their way to make sure we were being taken care of and that we were happy with everything. It is a full service venue, so they take care of everything for you, including set up, clean up, catering, bar, sound system, linens and lighting, etc. It was so nice not to have to stress about the details of the day and to just enjoy spending time with our guests. We had Amanda as our day of coordinator, and she was AWESOME! She was always on top of things when I emailed her with questions, and the day of the ceremony kept everything running smoothly. She even handled a problem we had with our tuxes (the store had given all the groomsmen the wrong color vests and ties), and they ended up wearing black ties that the waiters at the venue wear. All in all, we had an amazing day and couldn't have asked for anything more from a venue. A bunch of our guests commented that it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Can't wait to visit for our anniversary lunch!

nestly the best place on earth! We had people from all over the world in attendance and everyone agreed the GT is amazing!! Ashley and the Grand Tradition staff are absolutely the best in the business- do not have anything but amazing things to say about this venue. They KNOW what they are doing and will make sure your day is absolutely perfect. It was more than I ever could have imagined and so amazing to know you are in great hands that think of everything!!

We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful wedding day!

e staff here is exceptional. My husband and I took on the difficult task of planning a wedding in four months. Most brides would never dream of doing so but with the help of the team at Grand Tradition planning was a breeze. From the moment we arrived at our first appointment my husband and I immediately knew this is where we would have our wedding. Carrie was the first person to give us a tour of the venue. She was very polite, friendly, and informative. Upon our second visit we brought along my family whom also immediately fell in love with the staff, Arbour Terrace, and the Orchid Bar. Upon our third visit (if you choose Grand Tradition, trust me, you will want to continually visit their restaurant and botanical gardens also) we met our fantastic coordinator Ashley. She genuinely cares and listens to your every need. I never imagined I would have needed a coordinator but she is exactly what you need. Throughout the entire planning process she very much so became my little lifesaver. She was extremely patient with me throughout everything and that is exactly what you need when you're a bride. The day of our wedding is something I only could've dreamed of. The entire day went on without a hitch. The staff is there to help everybody in the bridal party as well as each of your valued guest. All of our guest continually complimented us on our venue choice. I can honestly say my husband and I tend to be very difficult to please. This was never the case when planning our wedding at Grand Tradition. We could not of been more satisfied with our choice. Do yourself a favor and plan your wedding at Grand Tradition. I promise you will not regret it.

clear GT was the one. They have many options to choose from: the elegant Beverly Mansion, or the tropical Arbor Terrace (which is what we chose). Their prices include the rent of the place (for a set amount of hours) and dinner. It can be plated or buffet style. There are a lot of add-ons you can choose from, depending on what you want; a variety of choices for different budgets and styles. They take great care of the landscape and surroundings. There are many pictures online, but you need to schedule a visit to realize how beautiful the place is. They have a restaurant called “The Veranda” (delicious food and great service). It will give you an idea of how good the food will be at your wedding. Our wedding was perfect! Their excellence reflects on everything they do and everyone working there is happy and helpful. They are very experienced and organized; if you follow their help/advice, your wedding will be just like you dreamed: no stress or worries, especially the day of. 100% recommend, and we can’t wait until we plan our next big celebration there!

The Arbor Terrace is a beautiful, tropical site inside of Grand Traditions. It has waterfalls and gorgeous scenery and plant life. Not to mention the staff! We had such great experiences with the staff members. Katie And Carrie were fantastic with helping to get everything planned and situated. Carrie got us started and set up, then Katie took care of us from then on. She was always there to answer questions and was very helpful and completely on top of all of our little details (such as making sure A1 sauce was provided on the wedding day). Thank you all so much for making our day so special!