I want to break down this review in order of events, from pre-, during, and post-wedding.
At the tour of the grounds, we were blown away by both venues at The Grand Tradition. Our... tour guide was knowledgeable and patient, letting us take in everything and ask a million questions. We were not only physically walked through all the spaces on the grounds, but also the paperwork, cost breakdowns, and the amount of customization offered. Once booked, they were constantly in communication with us. Our coordinator, Nicole, was a superhero. The check-ins that occurred during the planning process helped us figure out what needed to be done. Also, everyone was easily contactable, and the website portal was simple to navigate. Even last-minute chaos and changes thrown Nicole’s way didn’t faze her for a second. Also, with booking here, we got to attend the menu tasting event. That’s when we got to meet the staff and see how they worked. The servers, bussers, and bartenders were fantastic and so happy to answer questions. We got to work with the bartenders to lock down our his and hers drinks for the wedding.
On the actual day of the wedding, everything went smoothly. Or if it didn’t, the groom and I had no idea! Nicole, along with the bridal assistant, Deo, was on top of everything. They made sure we didn’t want for anything and constantly checked in with us throughout the night to keep us updated on the timeline and make sure we had everything we wanted. As hectic as weddings can be, The Grand Tradition gave us the chance to enjoy the wedding. We got to eat the food we picked out, enjoy our specialty drinks and be in the moment. It was the best gift they could have given us. All the staff were top professionals, and even though they turn out weddings every week, they made sure we always felt like the most special wedding ever to happen.
After the wedding, various members of the team checked in to make sure things went well and nothing was left behind at the venue. We now have lifelong access to the gardens, which we plan on using in the future.
The actual grounds of the Beverly Mansion side, as well as the mansion, were in top shape. Everything looked clean and in working condition. There were always stocked bathrooms and nothing on the floors. It was a beautiful experience. I cannot recommend this venue enough. From its beauty to the professional staff, it is a dream to have your wedding at The Grand Tradition.
TLDR: Beautiful grounds, great staff with strong communication, made my wedding the best day of my life. Highly recommend.