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Historic Onesto Event Center

4.9
(26)

225 2nd Street NW, Canton, OH

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Let our history be a part of your future.

Located in Canton, OH, the Historic Onesto Event Center is a stunning wedding venue. With this property's blend of history and elegant decor, the stage is set for an unforgettable day. Breathtaking Art Deco styling is featured throughout, from a sweeping marble staircase to soaring cathedral ceilings. Ceremonies and receptions can be held here, as well as elopements and vow renewals. The Onesto Hotel first opened in 1930 and was owned by hotelier Francis A. Onesto. He wanted to create a luxurious space in downtown Canton and spared no expense. The design was inspired by the Italian Renaissance with a dash of the signature stylings of the 1930s. The lobby's original crystal chandelier illuminates marble benches and terrazzo floors. It hosted lots of notable guests, from Marilyn Monroe to President John F. Kennedy. After lying vacant for several decades, the Historic Onesto Event Center underwent extensive restoration works and reopened in 2014. The original features for polished and returned to their former glory, ready to host your magical day. When your loved ones enter the Historic Onesto Event Center, they enter the Grand Lobby through the hotel's original revolving doors. Large windows fill the space with natural light, illuminating the beautiful relief details on the ceiling. The lobby is available for cocktail receptions and gives guests a setting to mingle and catch up. The Grand Ballroom, meanwhile, welcomes ceremonies and receptions. It comfortably accommodates up to 275 guests in a range of setups. Here, crystal chandeliers and mahogany floors continue the elaborate decor of the hotel. Before starting your day, there is a private get-ready space where you and your party can prepare for the day. The staff is happy to take care of welcoming your loved ones and help the day run smoothly by working to your timeline. The downtown setting of the hotel makes it a convenient, as well as decadent, space to celebrate your love. Now booking 2023-2024 Ask to find out specific dates available!

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Ballroom, Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Food & Catering, Service Staff

Historic Onesto Event Center Reviews

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Reviewed On 5/12/2022 by Hanah F
We had our wedding at The Onesto on New Years Eve and it was honestly the best day of our lives! It truly was a dream come true. We had both our ceremony and reception there with cocktail hour being in the lobby while the room was flipped for t...
he reception. The lobby was perfect for the amount of guests we had, roughly about 170. There was enough room for everyone to mingle and be at an arm's length. Our guests were in awe at how beautiful the room looked. The room flip was turned over in about an hour or so, and all I have to say is they definitely worked their magic! The staff who helped Jerrica, Heidi, Lynae are AMAZING!! The ballroom was everything I had envisioned. They let my Husband and I take a moment to see the room without everyone in it, it really let us soak in the moment and to praise how beautiful the room looked. The Reception part was so smooth, the dinner buffet was quick and efficient. The bartenders were phenomenal, they were on it when it came to remembering guests drink orders. They were polite, fun, happy, everyone raved about the hospitality and the quality of it. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful indoor venue, with classy and charm. You will feel like kings and queens with the hospitality. It truly was everything we wanted, romantic and overall stunning. Our guests left that wedding saying this was the most gorgeous wedding we have ever been to and wouldn't have changed a single thing about it.
Response from the Vendor on 05/12/2022
What a dream day on our end as well! Your vision for your wedding day was so beautiful and I am overjoyed to hear that we were able to execute it the way that you were hoping. We wish you and Roman the best in all that's to come!
Reviewed On 2/18/2022 by Torey F
I’ve envisioned the perfect fairy tale wedding for as long as I can remember. The first moment we walked into the Onesto we had no doubt that this is where we would have the wedding of our dreams. From the day we booked until after the wedding ...
everyone has been so helpful. Lynae, Jerrica, Heidi, Colette, all were truly spectacular and made the day a breeze. I was not worried about anything that had them involved. Heidi & Jerrica were loved by everyone at the reception. Colette really helped keep everyone in line at the ceremony and dealt with a bunch of crazy groomsmen. The way they all helped with vendors and made sure everything was perfect for me without having to ask or stress myself out made the day wonderful. I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone. Everyone truly makes you feel like a Queen on your big day. ❤️
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you so much for this incredible review. Your day was absolutely beautiful! Thank you for trusting us to execute such a special moment. We wish you all the best in your future together!
Reviewed On 2/08/2022 by Erica G
Never in my wildest dreams did I think we would get lucky enough to have our wedding somewhere as incredible as the Onesto. Jerrica, Lynae, Heidi, and Colette were amazing, responsive, and flexible at every turn of the day. Actually, moreso wit...
h all of the planning, too! We had a couple of small hiccups throughout the day (that had nothing to do with the venue and were mostly the fault of having an 18 person bridal party that did not communicate well lol) but these women handled everything perfectly. Jerrica personally took sunset rooftop photos for us when we had a miscommunication with the photographer. Have you ever even heard of a wedding venue coordinator that trudged through the snow to get "the shot" with the sunset on her personal cell phone? They are now out FAVORITE wedding photos so far. Lynae made us feel so welcome and treated us like royalty throughout all of the planning process. Her constant support made everything feel so smooth and as if whatever happens, they could handle it for us. Heidi and I could be best friends in real life; she was the PERFECT amount of tough love to the bridal party when necessary, flexible and willing to decorate the chapel for me when I ran out of time (and it looked AMAZING), and texted back in seconds every time we needed her to. Colette is no nonsense "this is your day, what can I do to make it better than your wildest dreams" and did everything in her power to rectify hiccups we encountered. These women are a force to be reckoned with and I am so grateful to each and every one of them for all that they did for us to make our wedding a wild success. If you've read this far, just book them!!!
Response from the Vendor on 02/14/2022
We are so grateful that you chose and trusted our team to execute such a special day. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Joey and we wish you all the best in your future together!
Reviewed On 12/22/2021 by Rebekah S
I don't think we will ever be able to put into words how happy we were with the Historic Onesto Event Center. Not only is the venue absolutely beautiful, the staff is to die for. SO accomodating, so understanding, & most of all, so encouraging....
Jerrica eased my stress & anxieties in ways that she probably doesn't even know about, but her heart is what stood out from the rest. As soon as Corey & I stepped foot into the venue, we knew it was where we were meant to be married. And once meeting Jerrica, I knew that she would have my back until the day of, & I was not wrong. Every single part of our wedding day went smoothly, with limited stress, outside of the normal nerves. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect place, or people, to celebrate the most memorable moment of our lives. We would recommend this venue to anyone & everyone 💛
Response from the Vendor on 12/27/2021
Working with you and Corey was incredibly enjoyable for our staff as well. We could not be more thrilled to hear that you had the best day ever. That is always what we strive for. Thank you for trusting us on such a special day. Wishing you a l...
ife full of all the happiness you can handle!
Reviewed On 12/10/2021 by Pam B
We had our wedding at The Onesto recently and it was a dream come true. We had both our ceremony and reception there with cocktail hour being in the lobby while the room was flipped for the reception. The girls that run the venue are AMAZING. ...
We also rented both rooms they offer to get ready in and the beauty and size of the rooms is hard to describe. Our makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers and videographer couldn’t believe how much space we had to move around and get ready. It made the day so stress-free being able to just chill at the venue and have everyone (including the groom and groomsmen) on site. The rooms are uniquely placed so that it’s almost difficult to run into each other at any point while getting ready. We also chose to stay in one of the rooms the night of the wedding which was awesome. My girls and I stayed the night before the wedding and it was so fun to have the space to finish up anything we needed. Ok enough about the rooms and back to the actual wedding… The venue is so beautiful on its own that very little is needed for the ceremony and cocktail hour decor. Guests walk in to a pretty stairwell and enter into the lobby which has ornate ceilings that make you just feel the history of the building immediately. The ballroom is a good size for plenty of tables and a large dance floor. Now onto the staff… I can’t say enough about how awesome the staff here was to us. When we met the month before the wedding if I hadn’t thought of something, they had. It is clear when you meet with them that they know what they’re doing. They are so on top of everything and help make sure your day goes exactly as you worked so hard to plan. They aren’t your wedding planner or coordinator, but they do help a lot where it’s needed and appropriate for them to help! I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful indoor venue with a little history. I felt like it was the perfect romantic setting for our wedding and if I had to do it all over, I wouldn’t change a thing!
Response from the Vendor on 12/11/2021
Thank you so much for these incredibly kind words. It was an absolute pleasure working with both you and Anthony. I am so grateful that you chose and trusted us to execute such an important day. Your Pittsburgh cookie table was second to none! ...
I wish you both nothing but love and happiness!
Reviewed On 11/05/2021 by Elizabeth B
First off, the initial meet and greet was fantastic! The staff met us last minute, and they were so kind and friendly. The gave us a tour and thoroughly explained all the details. Throughout our year of planning, they were organized and great ...
with communicating back and forth with us. I felt like Jerrica became more my friend throughout our time. By the wedding day, I was able to text her with quick questions and it was so helpful. The suites alone are absolutely beautiful as well. Perfect for getting ready on the wedding day. Lastly, the Onesto itself is honestly so breathtakingly beautiful. I had minimal decorations because the beauty of the building was plenty on its own. Thank you Jerrica and Lynae for making my dream wedding come to life. Simply elegant, classy, and timeless.
Response from the Vendor on 11/05/2021
We can't tell you how truly appreciative we are of your kind words. We are so thankful for the opportunity to host your dream wedding day. Thank you for choosing and trusting us! Wishing you all the best in your years to come as Mr and Mrs!
Reviewed On 10/25/2021 by Gena D
Truly cannot speak highly enough of the Onesto and the amazing, supportive staff. Our wedding needed to be rescheduled due to COVID-19 and the team was incredibly flexible and helped us navigate the challenging process. They were always respons...
ive and available to answer questions and became our biggest advocates when one of our vendors proved to be challenging two weeks before the wedding. During our event the team was incredibly attentive and made sure everything went off without a hitch. To tell you just how above and beyond they go - during photographs I had a staff member literally take a bobby pin out of her hair to help secure my veil! The venue itself is stunning and full of so much character. The bridal suites offered are very clean and spacious--it was great for both the gentlemen and ladies to get ready in the morning. If you are looking for a truly stunning event in the heart of downtown Canton, look no further than the Onesto.
Response from the Vendor on 10/26/2021
Thank you Gena! We are just so glad that you finally got to have the day that you were envisioning. Thank you for being kind and incredibly organized throughout the entire process. You had such a fun crowd. We wish you and John all the best in ...
the future!
Reviewed On 10/16/2021 by Mackenzie W
We cannot say enough great things about having our wedding and reception through the Onesto! We had our wedding in the Old Stone Chapel, which is just two blocms away from the Onesto, and managed by the Onesto. The Onesto space is so beautiful...
and unique. It is the perfect location for a wedding with a classy, elegant, or Gatsby-era theme. The space is so beautiful on it's own that it doesn't require much decorating. In addition to the beautiful lobby for the cocktail hour and bar, as well as the the big ballroom for the reception, another awesome benefit of the Onesto is being able to stay in the suites the night before and/or after the wedding, as well as using them for getting ready. The suites are so beautiful, and perfect for having the bridal party get ready in. It's so convenient being able to get ready at the location of the reception, with the wedding being just 2 blocks away. At the end of the night, we didn't have to worry about taking down decorations or loading up wedding presents, because the Onesto staff just put them in the suites for us to get to the next day. Speaking of the staff, one of the other amazing benefits of having a wedding through the Onesto is the amazing event coordinator, Jerrica, and her assistant Lynae. Jerrica and Lynae helped us think through all of the details of our wedding, and saw that we had a seamless, wonderful day. When we wanted to do a unique idea for our ceremony, they helped us take the time to think it all through and make a game plan to make it happen. They also have your back from the day you sign the contract. Throughout the wedding planning process, we often found ourselves turning to Jerrica for advice, which she was more than happy to give. I can't imagine a better place or staff to have a wedding reception with in the Canton area.
Response from the Vendor on 10/19/2021
Thank you Mackenzie! We also can't say enough great things about you both as individuals and also as a couple. It was our pleasure to host your beautiful wedding day. Wishing you all the best in the years to come!
Reviewed On 10/13/2021 by Megan E
My husband and I recently just got married and had our reception at the Historic Onesto! If I could give ten stars I would!! Jerrica and her team were the absolute best! We had the time of our lives!! I can’t imagine my wedding anywhere else!! ...
Anything we needed they accommodated us!! My husband and I felt like celebrities! Everyone keeps complementing us on the event. Thank you so much, The Daniels!!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/15/2021
Thank you Megan! Reviews like this mean everything to us. You kind words are so appreciated and we couldn't be happier for you and Jerrick!
Reviewed On 9/15/2021 by Rebecca D
To say the Onesto was the best venue we could have chosen would be an understatement. The spacious venue obviously looks amazing and has a classic elegance that’s unmatched, but what's even better are the accommodations and staff who made the e...
ntire wedding planning experience seamless. The two onsite bridal suites had more than everything we could have needed and were perfect for photos and getting ready (I had 11 bridesmaids in one suite and my husband had 9 groomsmen in the other, and there was PLENTY of space for all of us). I had a small break in between my ceremony and reception, and being in the epicenter of downtown Canton meant that my guests could spend that hour at a huge offering of bars, restaurants or coffee shops that were all a block or two away. We were able to have two bars so I knew our guests wouldn’t be standing in line forever and could get right back on the dance floor. There’s free parking in the parking deck. They have champagne walls that my guests were obsessed with. All of these little things (and so much more) added up into this experience of a lifetime… and with Jerrica and Lynae running everything, you really couldn’t ask for more. Between helping us plan our layouts and schedule to the smallest detail, taking control the day of the wedding and making sure everything ran perfectly and just being awesome people to be around, there are no words for how invaluable they are! Weeks after the wedding, we’re still so in awe of our event at the Onesto and wish we could do it all over again!
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2021
You and Devin were an absolute pleasure to work with! Thank you for this incredibly generous review. Hearing kind words like this is truly why we love what we do. Thank you!
Reviewed On 9/14/2021 by Josh L
The level of quality, service, and overall experience having our reception at the Onesto was outstanding. The facility itself is gorgeous, convenient and like the rest of their services, more than cost-conscious given the quality we received. J...
errica and the crew were phenomenal, flexible, and made us feel very cared for!
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2021
We had so much fun bringing your gorgeous vision to life. Thank you for your kind words!
Reviewed On 9/14/2021 by Liz B
Highly recommend the Historic Onesto. From the moment we went to see it we fell in love. The staff was extremely helpful with planning and helping our day run beautifully. We couldn't have asked for a more gorgeous venue with a wonderful team. ...
Thank you!
Response from the Vendor on 09/14/2021
Thank you so much for the lovely review! Your day was truly beautiful. Working with you was absolutely our pleasure. Sending all our best in your new marriage!
Reviewed On 7/21/2021 by Nannette P
I can't think of a better venue in Northeast Ohio to select for a wedding weekend. Our family originally selected the Onesto and the Stone Church for their beauty and their competitive pricing; however, we soon learned that the staff and their...
expertise made all the difference; you don't need to hire a Wedding Planner or cause yourself anxiety with the organization and professionalism of Jerrica and Lynae. We worked from their list of suggested vendors and were pleased both with their quality and with how well the staff coordinated with the vendors. We utilized the option to rent the bridal suite and the groomsmen suite (both beautiful, well-appointed spaces) for the wedding party to get ready for the ceremony. The convenience of the suites, the church and of course the stunning event center made for a seamless event for our guests. Thank you, Onesto staff, for making our daughter and new son-in-law's weekend magical.
Response from the Vendor on 07/22/2021
This review is why we love our job so much. It was a true joy working with your entire family. What a beautiful day it was. Even after a date adjustment due to the pandemic, McKenzie and Mitchell stayed so positive and were wonderful to work wi...
th. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed every part of your joyous day!
Reviewed On 7/06/2021 by Tim & Jody F
The Historic Onesto was the perfect choice for our daughter's wedding reception. After witnessing her solemn ceremony in the spacious Stone Chapel, with the afternoon sun reflecting through the gorgeous stained glass, the photo opportunities b...
egan in the urban alley with the couple greeting guests in a bubble and wand receiving line. The sublime Onesto vestibule greeted guests with breathtaking ornate architecture. The ballroom beautifully hosted the meal and dancing. Our family and friends loved each venue. Jerrica and Lynae ensured the ceremony and reception ran smoothly, with no worries. They were awesome, always sharing their positive attitude, and handling every detail. They made certain we had a memorable day. Thank you.
Response from the Vendor on 07/08/2021
We equally enjoyed working with all of you. Your family is truly beautiful inside and out and it was our pleasure to assist to give Abigail and Riley the best day possible. We wish your family all the best and many blessings to come!
Reviewed On 4/03/2021 by Hannah M
Once I walked in to the Onesto, I knew it would be the place we would get married! I could not say enough good things about the venue and their staff. They ensured that we had the best day possible, and made us feel so special!
Response from the Vendor on 04/05/2021
Thank you Hannah! You and Tyler were such a fun couple to work with. We wish you all the best!
Reviewed On 1/04/2021 by Mindy A
We booked an 84 person event in the lobby with the Onesto. On Nov 17, the state of Ohio enacted large gathering restrictions which the event center interpreted in a way which did not allow us to have our event according to the original contract...
signed (they enacted a 50 person max, 4-6 guests per table in order to have COVID-19 safe event, which did not allow our full guest list or allow us to use the space we had originally booked). The state restrictions did not allow a cocktail hour and meals needed to be plated and served. Upon request to cancel, the venue attempted to upsell us to another event at a later date that was 40% more expensive. We did not accept this request. Our security deposit was not returned despite force majeure section of contract citing government restrictions as cause for responsible parties not being liable for non performance and despite the fact that the majority of the restrictions cited were their own interpretation of state restrictions. They do not agree on their non-performance because "They could have still had a non safe COVID-19 event." Basically, our options were have a non-safe COVID-19 event so as to adhere to the conditions of the original contract, book a different date but not at an equal value, or cancel and have our deposit taken. After a phone call attempting to be diplomatic, the Director of Operations said they were keeping our deposit and further threatened to charge us for the full rate of the contract (suddenly held us to the letter of the law when it was convenient for them, despite hand waving through the contract through out our time working together). They felt they had offered more than enough reasonable alternatives. We obviously did not want that and therefore conceded our deposit. Many venues are hand waving while they sell contracts by claiming that in the event that COVID-19 causes you to have to cancel your event, they will refund you. However, legalistically this claim is not really enforceable as there is a lot of grey area as to what is enough to cause a cancellation. This was certainly the case with us and the Onesto. As is usually the case, the devil is in the details. Best of luck to all of the brides out there fighting to get their deposits back and to all of the businesses operating off of those deposits.
Response from the Vendor on 01/04/2021
Hello Mindy. I want to start by saying my heart goes out to anyone trying to plan a wedding in these conditions of Covid-19. This entire year has been difficult to endure. Knowing these conditions and knowing that they could be ever changing, y...
ou decided to book a January 9, 2021 wedding on October 23, 2020. While hind sight is always clearer, we had a lot more flexibility per the state in October than we do now. State restrictions got much tighter just before the Thanksgiving holiday as Covid-19 cases spiked. It is our responsibility as a venue to follow these guidelines to keep our staff, as well as, you and all of your guests safe and healthy. It is at this time that we gave you the options to move into our ballroom (a larger space) with no additional cost to be able to host the guest count of your choosing safely or push your wedding date back to a mutually agreed upon date. Unfortunately, neither of these options seemed to suite you. While we understand your request to cancel, our venue is still open and operating, therefore, I could not return your non-refundable deposit. I apologize if you felt "threatened" in any way when I stated that we would waive the opportunity to collect the full venue rental amount per our cancellation policy in your signed contract. I apologize that we could not come to a mutual agreement and wish you all the best in all of your future endeavors. Best Regards, Lynae Coon Director of Operations
Reviewed On 11/22/2020 by Katie K
The Historic Onesto is absolutely beautiful. So many people that came to our wedding loved it’s location. A lot of them lived in the Canton area and had never had the chance to see the inside. The bridal suite was GREAT to stay in - includes a ...
bedroom with tv in bedroom and spit to hang your dress, a full kitchen so you can store snacks so you don’t forget to eat and drink before your wedding, dining table, small lounge/living room - it was great for getting ready in. Jerrica is amazing and no matter what concerns you may bring up regarding planning your wedding, she is helpful and calming to work with. I am so glad we chose The Onesto for our wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Thank you so much for the kind words Katie! It was truly our pleasure to host such a beautiful event. We wish you all the happiness in the years to come. Thank you for choosing the Onesto Event Center!
Reviewed On 9/27/2019 by Margarita L
Our wedding at Onesto was everything we could have dreamed it to be! Their coordinator, Fran, is AMAZING - there is nothing that Fran can't do - she has it all. She cares deeply about her brides and making sure that every last detail is perfect...
. We had so many special requests, and Fran made it ALL happen for us. She's truly one in a million. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and speaks for itself. Their bar packages are the best we've ever seen for a wedding venue and insanely reasonable. There are even 2 different bridal suites to choose from! I can't say enough great things about Onesto and Fran. Thank you for an amazing day! We love you!
Reviewed On 10/22/2018 by Shawn A
We had our Daughter's wedding at the Historic Onesto this weekend. This is such a stunning venue, and the staff was a delight to work with from start to finish. There are few venues as elegant as this one in the Canton, OH area, and we could n...
ot be happier with the choice we made. We also used their sister facility, The Old Stone Chapel, for our ceremony. The stunning architecture and rich history surrounding these facilities delighted our guests. If I had it to do all over again, I would not change a thing.
Reviewed On 9/30/2018 by Alexandrea T
amazing venue, everyone loooooved the space. jerrica was amazing to work with! she helped soooo much leading up to the big day and day of even helped bustle my dress lol. couldn't recommend more!! the bridal suite was beautifulbto stay in as we...
ll. if you live in the canton area and don't want a barn/rustic wedding venue, this is the spot to be!
Reviewed On 9/22/2018 by Kristi H
It was a dream come true to have our ceremony at The Old Stone Chapel and our reception at The Onesto. The spaces are extremely unique and beautiful which attracted us to the space. What made the experience the most memorable was the high quali...
ty service we received from all the staff. It was great to work with the event coordinator, Jerrica, and she was professional, kind, and exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed On 5/27/2018 by Jessica S
The staff at the Onesto far exceeded our expectations! Especially the wedding coordinator, Jerrica. She went above and beyond to make sure that everything was perfect! We also cannot say enough good things about how beautiful the venue is. It w...
as truly the wedding of our dreams! We would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed On 5/16/2018 by Mariah M
Amazing venue! I loved working with them. They were so easy to communicate with, and responded promptly to all questions. Great with suggestions, as well. Beautiful venue and hardly any decorating needs done. We were married in the Onesto room ...
and had our reception in the ballroom. Our cocktail hour was in the lobby with the gorgeous ceiling. Affordable and easy to work with ... Can't say much else!
Reviewed On 1/08/2018 by Kelsey S
We chose the Onesto initially because of it's beautiful, historical charm. The lobby is stunning and the ballroom is beautiful as well. Once we began working with Jerrica, we loved the place even more! Jerrica was super helpful and met with us ...
several times throughout wedding planning. Once it got to the day of, she went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect. She helped set up the room just as we wanted and handled all of the behind-the-scenes stuff for us. We didn't lift a finger! Jerrica was so nice and was a pleasure to work with. We also had the venue during Christmas and the lobby was decorated with Christmas decorations. It looked incredible! We loved the Onesto and highly recommend it. It made our pictures even more beautiful and the night even more perfect.
Reviewed On 1/02/2018 by Breezy G
This venue was incredible. From first meeting with Chuck to the day/night with Jerrica I could not be happier. Jerrica (event coordinator) was such a pleasure to work with. She really is great at what she does and goes the extra mile to make su...
re the bride does not have to worry about anything. I felt very comfortable reaching out to her on her personal cell anytime I needed her throughout the process and she was there for ANYTHING the day of. Thankful to have had someone like that there when I was a little stressed! My guests loved the venue and had such a great time. Very fairly priced!. Chuck and Jerrica let me have the reigns and let me do anything I wanted or needed. I wil recommend them and the venue over and over.
Reviewed On 9/17/2017 by Jaclyn F
The onesto was everything I wanted and more. They were so organized and helpful through the whole process. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous and the bridal suite for day of was awesome. Jerrica was amazing and so organized and executed ou...
r wedding flawlessly. Chuck is great as well and we can't say enough about how great our experience was!

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