Idlewild Country Club

not be beat. The consummately professional staff is led by GM, Peter Coryden. His 30+ years of experience shined through in his calming, reassuring manner, and his ability to foresee, troubleshoot and prevent any possible snags in our day. He responded to everything in a timely manner, and was generous, accommodating and considerate throughout. His knowledge of and good relationships with area vendors also added ease to all the planning. Chef Jeff paid special attention to all food preferences and sensitivities, and did not compromise taste. We had so many compliments about the deliciousness of the food! Della, was my fairy godmother throughout our wedding day. I didn’t even realize that the venue provided a personal attendant. She tended to and anticipated every need of our wedding party and even to our guests throughout the wedding. I can not say enough good things about this woman. Her loving presence was a gift. The space itself is also fantastic! One of my favorite spots was the bridal suite. It is one of the many free amenities Idlewild offers to make your day go by with ease so that your only focus is enjoying your time with those you love. I personally spent the full day there with my ladies. The salon sent their staff to ready us, and for a nominal fee Idlewild provided mimosas and delicious snacks. All in all, Idlewild is a classy wedding venue that conducts business with integrity, quality, affordability and style. Thank you Idlewild for making our wedding day extra wonderful!

both had their weddings there as well, and everything was perfect for them too. I highly recommend this venue!

ly is there. Idlewild took all the stress out of planning long distance. Peter was so responsive to emails and answered all of my questions without delay. Taryn and Cheyenne have been wonderful additions to the team and jumped right in to help make our day so wonderful. Chef Jeff did not disappoint with our food and I've had several people tell me that, not only was the food delicious, the presentation of it was gorgeous! My bridesmaids and I would not have survived the morning getting ready if it was not for Della. She was always there making sure I had food, water, and was comfortable and relaxed. If we had to do it all over again, Idlewild would still be our top choice for wedding venues! Thank you for playing such a huge role in making our day wonderful.

my crazy requests. He was quick to recommend different vendors, and great with checking in periodically to go over all the details. Leading up to the day, I knew I was in great hands and felt very comfortable the day of thanks to him and the Idlewild staff. Della in the women's locker room was amazing!! She had plenty of food and drinks available all day, and even helped me get into my dress, rub ointment on my aching feet, and bustle my dress for the reception. Without her in the locker room helping me every step of the way, I would have been extremely overwhelmed. Our day could not have been as perfect as it was without Idlewild Country Club and their staff. Peter and the staffs knowledge was instrumental when planning our wedding. From the planning to the staff executing the ceremony and reception, we could not have been more thrilled with the outcome. Everyone still talks about the food and how delicious Chef Jeff's dinner was. Thank you Idlewild Country Club for making the best day of our lives run so smooth! I would highly recommend anyone looking for a casual country club wedding to check out this venue. The price, location, scenery, staff, and food was top notch!

1 (and it still stands true). She never made me feel silly for asking so many questions and she literally turned our dream wedding reception into a reality. I cannot thank her and the staff at Idlewild enough for all their hard work and dedication to our wedding reception. The venue space itself was breathtaking! The food was delicious. The space was open and airy. We even got everyone outside on the terrace for a 4-minute firework show and it went perfectly because of Jen and Peter and their amazing attention to detail. Idlewild has a perfect flow to it. Between the bar, the dance floor, and our photo booth, guests were constantly in a circle of pure wedding bliss! This is not a "typical" ballroom space...and that's exactly what I loved about it! The room is comfortable and allows you to create your own sparkle and transform it into a unique space! If I had to do it all again, I would choose to have my wedding reception at Idlewild Country Club without a doubt!

e staff were so on top of brining my vision to life! They were so amazing to work with and were never unreachable. The food was INCREDIBLE! 2 weeks later and people are still saying it was hands down the best wedding food they’d ever had. My wedding was truly the best night of my life and that’s thanks in large part to the incredible staff and space of Idlewild!

le to make your theme come to life! My husband and I looked at a few other venues, but nothing compared to idlewild. Reasonably priced, huge venue, beautiful grounds for pictures, AMAZING food-it is a hidden gem!! The staff was also wonderful- the bartenders made sure we had everything we needed, the chef made sure our guests with food allergy concerns got a dish they could eat, and the locker room attendant Dela was a saint! I have never in my life met anybody as sweet as her! She made sure we had everything we needed the whole day! From steaming each girls dress to make sure they were perfect, to getting cream for my aching feet before the reception- she is a kind hearted woman who loved what she does and truly made my day wonderful! I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding! If you want great service, great food, and to work with wonderful caring people who want to make your day amazing, book this venue ❤️

week later, and we keep hearing from more guests, "Without a doubt, the best wedding food out there!" (So it MUST be true!) Also heard from a few guests how nice the set up was, with the dance floor and bar being visible to each other. I personally love the midcentury modern vibe of the place, the large windows and the view of the golf course. The prices are reasonable, the staff is and friendly and attentive, which is not something you really experience too often at weddings. Usually you have to wait forever in the bar line, but not at Idlewild. They also took excellent care to pack up all our decor afterwards and kept safe until we could pick it up. (Peter = Amazing!) My new husband and I are considering joining the country club, me for the food and pool, my husband for the golf course (which is, apparently, very awesome). Thank you, Idlewild, for a beautiful and classy reception! I also loved the dangling crystals from the light fixtures. They look shimmery and elegant in our photographs.

arrived the place looked perfect! The pricing does not get better, pretty much everything you need is included in the plate cost (alcohol, linens, chair covers...ect) so there are not extra fees/add ons that you are hit with afterwards. People raved about the food & many told us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. The service was amazing, waters were filled, plates cleared timely, food served hot! I was torn about having the dance floor to the side of the room (you can have it in the center or side but they recommended to the side) but having it to the side got everyone up dancing and people are able to sit at the bar as well and still have a perfect view of the dance floor. There is also a private bathroom for the bride and bridal party which was great. I could go on & on but overall so happy we chose Idlewild! Would not change a single thing about our day- it was perfect! Check out their packages and all they have to offer!

gotten on my own. Budget- We had a BIG wedding on a budget. They respected that and helped us stick to it by focusing on what was most important to us. Venue-it is gorgeous and needed very little decoration. I heard so many compliments about the space alone Also, there are great outdoor spaces for pictures. Food- So delicious! They have unique options you won’t find everywhere else that actually taste good. I could go on and on, but I highly recommend idlewild. If I could do it again I would choose them without hesitation!

r our reception and every attention to detail was exactly what we wanted. Although we couldn't have imagined how stunning the room looked! The food was incredible and we are still hearing that it was the best wedding dinner ever. The servers were all professional and attentive. We couldn't have asked for anything more. Forever grateful for Jen and Peter for caring so much and being there for us. Tj & Judi Somer, 6/23/18

ountry Club offers an elegant atmosphere as well as excellent food, professional staff, and reasonable pricing. Peter and Jen made my wedding reception a beautiful day I shall always cherish.

ut communication and taking care of details. The staff did a great job of making the dining room look elegant for our wedding. They accommodated our request for a dessert table very well. We had no need for a wedding planner or coordinator because Idlewild takes care of everything. We'd hold our reception here again and would encourage others to do so as well!

to my emails and calls. The food tasting was such a treat - similar to other reviews Chef Jeff and his team are just amazing! Idlewild also has great vendor recommendations from Garrett Design to Homewood Florists to Artlynn Photography. We had the ceremony rehearsal on Friday evening with a welcome party immediately following. With over 100 guests attending Friday I was concerned that it would feel like the wedding but Idlewild blocked off half of the room to create a perfect setting for our guests with food stations and open bar. Our guests had the best time and it was just the right way to start the weekend. The women's locker room is perfect for hair and make-up prep. Dela who manages the women's locker room went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and set-up the most wonderful lunch for us. She was an amazing support before the ceremony and offered very wise advice all day. We had an outdoor ceremony and the scenery is perfect - great for wedding pictures! Idlewild offers butler style champagne immediately following the ceremony and served the most delicious apps during cocktail hour which then lead to very sizable meals and wine throughout dinner. Our reception was amazing and everyone said that they had never experienced such service and had better food at a wedding. We danced all night until 12:30am when the last Aries shuttle arrived. Jen and Peter were there throughout the weekend handling every detail, and we are extremely appreciative for their support and commitment to making it the most memorable weekend. Thank you also to the Idlewild staff and everyone who was involved! Highly recommend Idlewild Country Club and their team!

ce included everything). They, even, went to Taco Bell and White Castle to bring in 'late night' food for our guests, which was a must for my husband! In addition, Jen was great to work with...very easy-going and helpful! I would highly recommend this venue to anyone! :)

d ease any nerves I was feeling and made sure her and her staff had everything just the way we wanted for our special day. I would recommend Idlewild to any future brides! You are in FANTASTIC hands!

k or off to the side. In the warmer months, you can open up the doors and be out on their very spacious deck. The food is phenomenal, we had so many guests come up to us and tell us how great it was. In fact, they are still talking about it 2 months later. They are also very helpful, we were able to work with Jen to find a package that fit our budget. Speaking of Jen, she was really great to work with. Any question, any concern, any change were answered and handled quickly. She made sure the night went perfectly and I am so grateful having her help us throughout the process. The night was perfect and I could not be happier of the space. A big bonus: you are the only event of the night! That's key, especially when you are getting married during the busy months when there are other weddings and proms on the same weekend.

ests are still raving about how wonderful the food was, and how great the wait staff was. We are so happy we chose idlewild as our venue! I don't think we would have received this amazing service from anyone else!

numerous compliments about how delicious the food was and our guests absolutely loved the club. One of the best parts of my day was getting ready with my 11 bridesmaids in the locker room. We had an amazing afternoon sipping on mimosas and eating a delicious light lunch. Jen was extremely flexible with accommodating our requests and made me feel so relaxed. I was the happiest bride on my wedding day. Everything went smoothly without any hiccups. Oh and the photos from our outdoor ceremony were absolutely beautiful!!! I highly recommend this venue to any couple who want an affordable wedding with great food, service and an amazing wedding planner by your side every step of the way. I am so grateful to Jen and all of the staff for making our wedding such a special day.

m, and so many of our guests said they loved having space to enjoy a drink but still see the dance floor. The food was fantastic - not too much and not overdone. I had many people compliment the meal and general service. The wait staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Since Idlewild has one room per evening, there is a true sense of care and personal attention to the wedding party and guests. We felt so special. The night went smoothly, and Jen was working behind the scenes with our DJ to make sure all transitions were smooth and clear. I loved our wedding reception and I would recommend Idlewild to anyone who asks. The space is great because you can transform it anyway you like, and Jen is more than willing to work to make sure things get done. It is surrounded by a beautiful golf course with large trees that are great for outdoor photos. Lastly, the price was very reasonable and competitive with many of the area country clubs we had researched. We were more than satisfied with everything we paid for. I highly recommend!!