A Renaissance-Inspired Wedding Destination
Chrystie, Casey, Lindsey, Ashlee
VENUE COORDINATORS
AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Ashley Castle is an enchanting wedding venue located in Chandler, AZ. This castle was the inspired project of the owners, George & Laura Duerr, after they came across 200-year-old doors in an antique store. Since its development, the doors have become a focal point for those who visit the estate. The medieval aesthetic flows throughout all the interior rooms, inviting couples and their guests to marvel the unique build.
This beautifully crafted castle was established in 2006. Since then, it has continued to be a hub of activity. The Ashley Castle has been host to more than 5,000 events since the doors opened.
The grounds, the staff, and The Castle itself are sure to impress! Wedding guests will find themselves strolling through carefully designed gardens that are full of wonder and surprises. These include features such as fountains, statues, columns, and pathways. An intricately crafted gazebo is nestled at the center of it all, presenting itself as a picturesque backdrop for any event and the focal point for each wedding processional. Inside, guests will first encounter the castle foyer. Here, there are two suits of armor that stand as sentries beside the main door. Also located in the foyer are the spacious suites that offer private closets and restrooms. Beyond the foyer, the 4,800sqft grand ballroom is an ideal spot for dinners and receptions. This room has glittering chandeliers, stone turrets, and polished marble floors. The 25-foot ceilings offer a generous sense of space and hand-painted walls preserve an authentic medieval ambiance.
The staff at The Ashley Castle are ready to make couples feel like royalty! They offer a myriad of services, including wedding cakes, venue cordination, in-house catering, lighting, and more. Couples will have no hassle finding a great musician or beautiful floral arrangements, and dishes offered by the in-house culinary team are sure to delight. With The Castle's dedicated venue coordinators, couples will be pampered throughout the planning process. These specialists assist with all aspects of coordination, helping to create a hassle-free and organized environment.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$7,000
Ceremony:
$1,500
Bar services:
$5 per person
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Jan-May and Oct-Dec.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Ballroom
Castle
Garden
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Chrystie, Casey, Lindsey, Ashlee
Venue Coordinators
Meet the coordinators of The Ashley Castle! These ladies enhance your planning process from the minute you walk through The Castle doors until your wedding is executed. Our packages include a Day-of Venue Coordinator. What exactly does a venue coordinator assist with? They handle anything having to do with our package! This includes: establishing planning meetings, promt correspondence and open communication, ordering the table linens, ensuring each table is set with the correct number of chairs/settings, facilitating rehearsal/processional, and setting out small details (ie. Mr & Mrs flutes or signs, card box, guestbook, cake knife/server, candle votives, seating chart).
Feel free to reach out with any questions - we're here to make your Happily Ever After come true!
Reviews
4.7
out of 5.089 reviews
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The Ashley Castle is described as a stunning and magical wedding venue by multiple reviewers who highly recommend it for wedding events. The grounds are praised for their immaculate beauty, including fountains and a beautiful gazebo for ceremonies. The exceptional staff, especially coordinators like Casey and folists like Lori, received high praise for their attentiveness and professionalism. Guests have raved about the delicious food, exceptional service, and the seamless execution of events, making it a highly recommended choice for a dream wedding day.Review photos
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Kristina D
5.0
11/22/2024
From the moment I walked into The Ashley Castle, I knew it would be my wedding venue. Unless you have actually visited, you would not fully understand. The grounds are immaculate and so stunning. The fountains both in front and in the garden create an atmosphere that makes you feel that you have been transported to another place. The gazebo and ceremony space is absolutely beautiful.
My entire experience was amazing! Their talented team is responsive and they all work together like a well oiled machine. They listen to your vision and do everything to make it come to life. We selected our photographer (Colling Photography) and Officiant (Scott Stevenson) from their preferred vendor list and both were AMAZING! The resident DJ (DJ Pulse) and in-house florist, Lori, were equally AMAZING!
My wedding was on November 3, 2024, and my guests have not stopped calling to tell us how the wedding was "the best they had ever been to". They are raving about the food, which was absolutely incredible and of course our DJ with mad skills! lol
If you don't have this venue on your list, I highly recommend you at least schedule a visit. It will definitely be worth your time.
Bree K
5.0
6/12/2024
We would give Ashley castle 10 stars if we could. The most beautiful venue I’ve ever seen. Our wedding was the best day of our lives. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming but the amazing staff, especially our coordinator Casey, was there every step of the way to guide us. She was always ready with a helpful tip and a funny comment. It was an absolute pleasure having her as our main contact at the castle. The cake from Piece of Cake was gorgeous and delicious. Lori, the florist for the castle, is talented beyond belief. She created the most gorgeous bouquets and centerpieces. She would move stems around within our package to even save us from overspending on flowers which was appreciated. We had to spend very little additional money on flowers outside of what was provided. The food at the venue is absolutely amazing and having 3 tastings was really fun. Everyone from the DJ to the bartenders were a pleasure to work with. We are so thankful to the owners and staff at Ashley Castle for making our wedding day more incredible then we could have ever imagined 🩷🩵🩷🩵
Vendor response 06/12/2024
Queen of The Castle! You two are just incredible people and we are lucky to know you. We a...
re so glad that we could make your day extra special and that you will have memories to last a lifetime. Cheers to you both!
xoxo The Castle Team
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Dylan M
5.0
5/26/2024
The staff was all super friendly and super helpful, Especially the lead event coordinator Casey, her expertise really made our special day the best that it could be :).
Sierra C
5.0
4/29/2024
The Ashley Castle helped make our wedding day absolutely perfect. Casey was our wedding coordinator and she made the entire planning process seamless. She made sure to listen to our vision and execute it flawlessly. Their communication is great, the services and vendors they offer with their venue are incredible, the food was delicious, and I could keep going with how wonderful they were. Not to mention, the venue is stunning! Would highly recommend having your special day at this venue and working with this great team.
Wasif S
5.0
4/27/2024
Ashley Castle is a stunning wedding venue complemented by an exceptional team. My wife and I chose it for our Bangladeshi-American wedding and we couldn't be happier with our decision. From the start, Casey was incredibly supportive, guiding us through each step of the planning process with genuine care and attention to detail.
Although we encountered some challenges with our own wedding planner, staff from Ashley castle, notably Casey and Lindsey were phenomenal. They stepped in as our coordinator, ensuring that every aspect of our wedding day ran smoothly. We received numerous compliments from our guests on both the beauty of the venue and the wonderful hospitality of the staff.
I highly recommend Ashley Castle for your wedding day. A big thank you to Casey, Lori, Lindsey, and the rest of the team—you all made our day unforgettable. You all are truly awesome! We miss you so much already, and we plan to visit during the open houses on Wednesdays just to say hello.
Vendor response 04/29/2024
What a heartfelt review! Thank you both so, so much for the kind words. We are so glad tha...
t you enjoyed the service and experience we provided. Your photos are some of the best we have ever seen and that's no surprise as your wedding was STUNNING! Wishing you both so much happiness, love and prosperity.
xoxo The Castle Team
Ebony H
5.0
3/31/2024
We knew from the very start that Ashley Castle was the place!!! From the very first time, we stepped into the castle, we were blown away by every single person we came into contact with. We worked with Casey for the majority of the time and she was truly great to work with offering us different options to make our wedding absolutely amazing!!
Shout out to everyone at the Castle, but special Kudos to 1) Jeff and Rena, absolutely THEE BEST photographers! They were so easy to work with and took the best photos of us to capture such a special day! 2) Lori, who handled all the flowers.....just wow!!! Can't thank her enough for her suggestions on flowers and how everything turned out beautifully!! 3) DJ Jeff.....couldn't ask for a better DJ!! He was so on point with every song that he played! He just knew the right songs and when! We asked for Nigerian music and he delivered!! Just Amazing as you can tell he really is a master of his treafe.
Thank you to everyone at Ashley Castle as we had such a beautiful day and all our guests keep talking about how this was one of the best weddings they have ever been too!
Vendor response 04/02/2024
Thank you so much for the sweet review! We always love when our vendors get shoutouts as w...
ell! You two were awesome to work and planning was always full of laughs. Wedding planning should always be fun and we try our best to make it that way! Wishing you both everlasting love and happiness!
xoxo The Castle Team
Ronda H
5.0
3/21/2024
This venue is beautiful and the staff is top notch. Scott and I got engaged in 2021 and chose to host our wedding at Ashley Castle 2 months after he popped the question. We got married on 3/16/24 and for almost 2 years, the staff at Ashley Castle worked tirelessly to help turn our wedding vision into a reality. When we first walked into the Castle we were blown away by the beauty inside and out and even more impressed on how friendly, open, and caring the staff is. George, the owner, was always around and super approachable regarding questions like, "can my dog be involved in the wedding?". The answer, a resounding yes! Ashley Castle was so accommodating with all the elements we wanted for our special day and bent over backwards to ensure that whatever we had in mind, came to fruition. The flowers by Lori were stunning and her attention to detail like the placement of my late mother's charm allowed her to walking with me down the aisle and enabled me to see her smiling face looking up at me. She helped us brainstorm ideas for our boutonnieres that were unique as to who we are and how Scott and I met. And the food! We got so many positive comments on how delicious the food was from the appetizers, to the main dishes, and late night snacks. The catering staff was so attentive to the guests and the food was out on time. Ashley (the head of catering and the venue's namesake), ensured Scott and I had a hot meal as we were getting lots of visitors during dinner and didn't get much time to eat while it was warm. The bar tending staff was fantastic in making sure everyone received their drinks quickly. I never saw a long line at the bar and we have many friends who were enjoying beverages that night. The staff that was tasked with setting up and taking down all our decor was fantastic. They let us drop our stuff off the day before our wedding and even though they had a wedding that night and were limited on space, they made room for EVERYTHING, including 14 hockey sticks, a ton of glow sticks, baskets, glassware, etc. Last but certainly not least, I must say just how amazing Chrystie and Casey are. Chrystie and Casey are the 2 most amazing women you could ask for. Not only were they prompt with returning calls and emails (there were lots of them), they always took the time to answer all our questions, were prompt with responses, and genuinely cared about us and our wedding. Casey was our 'Day Of' coordinator and took our ceremony music and ensured the timing was perfect for our processional. While Scott and I were out taking pictures prior to the ceremony (we did a "first look"), we could Casey her listening to the song and walking to it, counting the steps and beats to get it perfect for us. Casey was instrumental in finding us a DJ when ours became unexpectedly ill a week prior to the wedding and then, spent a lot of time trying to find us a back up minister when ours had a family emergency the day before our event. Our day was absolutely perfect and we have the staff at Ashley Castle to thank for that. Every single person at this venue plays a part in making things perfect for their clients and if you let them, they will ensure you have the most beautiful wedding. When we first walked into Ashley Castle, we met the Ashley Castle staff. When we left on our wedding night, we left with an Ashley Castle family. To be honest, I can see us popping by for their Wednesday night open houses just to say hello because we are gonna miss them.
Vendor response 03/22/2024
This review is so heartfelt and we just love and appreciate you and Scott so, so much! You...
both have become like family to us and we would LOVE for you to pop in for occasional visits (Stanley too!) Wishing you many more road trips, hockey goals and dogs in the future! xoxo
- The Castle Team
Ali L
5.0
2/25/2024
The first day we visited The Ashley Castle in 2022, we ended up booking them for our wedding in 2024! It was the first venue we toured and we knew it was the one. We instantly were able to envision our wedding day by all of the beauty the castle has to offer. The outdoor ceremony space looks similar to an Italian Chateau and the indoor space is breathtaking with the high ceilings and chandeliers.
After booking, we had multiple meetings and tastings that all went smoothly. With every person we met, Chrystie, Casey, DJ Jeff, and Florist Lori, we had a lovely experience with. Even staff members like Ashley and Ruben who we didn't directly work with, made us feel so supported and cared for.
We can't thank all of The Ashley Castle staff enough for all that you did for us to make our day so special. We would recommend this venue to any and everyone looking to have a wedding day of their dreams.
Revecca R
5.0
1/10/2024
The venue it absolutely beautiful the staff are the best! I highly recommend booking The Ashley Castle for your event. From the very first meeting we were greeted with kindness and they worked hard to create our dream wedding. Every inspiration photo I had was taken into account and by the end of each meeting we were one step closer to having a wedding that was uniquely my husband and I. The staff are great communicators, any time I had a question I received an answer quickly. The food, DJ, flowers, and bar service was amazing and our guests had nothing but complements about the service. Thank you to The Ashley Castle for helping us create a day we will never forget!
Vendor response 01/10/2024
You and Angus were so fun and such a pleasure to work with, not to mention your families w...
ere so kind! We truly value your words of appreciation and wish you both so much love and happiness xoxo
- The Castle Team
Adriana F
5.0
1/02/2024
My husband and I were married December 15,2023! Where to start!
The entire team at the Ashley castle were the most helpful, kind and, sweetest people to work with! The food was out of this world, the aesthetic and decor was done perfectly to what we wanted! Words cannot describe how grateful I am to have had such a crew create such an amazing day for us. My husband and I live in a different state, so a lot of communication was done over email and they were always quick to respond to any questions that we had or clarifications about what we needed to do for our upcoming meetings. They were also very understanding with our schedule when it came to scheduling multiple meetings in one or two days to ensure that we had got what needed to be done in time for our wedding.
Chrystie was the most enthusiastic and lively coordinator. She made sure the we had everything we needed and wanted for the day and more. She always spoke kindly and made me feel less stressed and nervous. She was extremely organized and was on top of every change and update! Whenever I asked for an opinion she was always honest and reassured me that everything was gonna be beautiful and perfect!
Lori our amazing florist was the sweetest woman to work with! She was always honest and encouraging about what we wanted and made our floral designs came to life. We wanted very simple but romantic vibes, and her recommendations and visions were the most helpful during this process. I felt very comfortable around her she was so open to the ideas I had and would instantly suggest something that I felt made my vision better than I could have hoped! Her extensive knowledge in floral design, made this part of wedding planning extremely easy and way less stressful than I could’ve imagined!
Jeff our fantastic DJ! He made the rest of the night a time to remember! He chose great songs from the lists that we provided for him, from Kpop to bad bunny it was always a party! He made the games fun, interactive, unforgettable! He was even sweet enough to check on us and offered to grab us some drinks when we were too busy to get some. We requested to have a private last dance, and he made sure that the room was cleared because he too stepped out to give us our private moment. Lastly he just made the whole evening lively and fun, our guests have asked us many times how they can go about hiring him for their future events!
Our day of coordinators were some of the kindest people we could have on our special day! They made sure we were on schedule, but still having fun stress free!
Of course all the staff is to thank as well, from the people in the kitchen to those who helped clean up! We really appreciate everyone who made this day so amazing!!
Vendor response 01/03/2024
Aww thank YOU for being such an easy-going, sweet couple to work with! We truly value and ...
appreciate your kind words and are so happy to have been a part of your most special day. We wish you both so much love and happiness!
- The Castle Team
Krystl G
5.0
11/06/2023
We couldn’t have asked for a more dreamy wedding! The staff at Ashley’s made all the difference! The coordinator, the food, the flowers, the Dj and everything else included was all top notch!
Flawless and beautiful night. Thank you all SO much! We love you guys. 🤍
Vendor response 11/07/2023
Your review means so much to us! We are so honored to know you and be such a big part of y...
our wedding. You two have been nothing short of amazing and we will miss our frequent visits. Come visit again soon! xoxo
Alicia M
5.0
10/25/2023
Growing up in Chandler I remember always driving by the Ashley Castle and being mesmerized and thinking how cool of a place it would be to get married. Then as I got engaged and we started touring a ton of places trying to select a venue I assumed it would probably my be way out of our price range. In all the running around we were about to sign with another location but decided on the way home to just stop in and check out the castle just out of curiosity. Much to our surprise it was both a good priced option but really all inclusive so it made everything so much easier. From the day we signed and started working with the team there everything was so organized and easy. Between golfers of information, checklists, reminders, etc it made the whole planning process so much easier and less stress. I can’t even call out just one staff member as literally everyone there from owner to staff were all so helpful and friendly. I know they do hundreds of weddings a year there but somehow have a way of making you feel like yours is the only one and not like you’re just getting run through a wedding mill.
Then with all the planning it lead to an incredible experience both with the rehearsal and wedding event. “Magical” is the best word I can use where we literally felt like we were in a fairytale. I’m so glad we decided to get married here and would definitely recommend this place for your special day!
Jorden L
4.0
10/11/2023
The venue is beautiful, the only thing is it had quite a few ants. They didn't interfere with too much, I just had to swipe them off my dress.
The staff are AWESOME and friendly. They're super helpful and have weddings locked in. They helped me think of things that never crossed my mind, but are important. There were some things I had to pay extra for that I thought were included (ex: the o'dourves and curtains for decoration). As long as you're prepared for it, it is wonderful! I had no hiccups or drama. I highly recommend this place!
Lydia S
5.0
9/06/2023
We are super happy with picking The Ashley Castle for our event. Everyone enjoyed their time there. Casey made it very easy at our design meeting to select everything. We were able to enjoy our time without worrying about anything. Definitely recommend having your special event at The Ashley Castle!!
Mai-Quyen N
5.0
6/30/2023
The Ashley Castle was the perfect venue for us. Not only is it beautiful, but the staff is incredible.* It is also a central location near the freeway.
Coordinator: We had the utmost pleasure working with Casey Cleary. Since the beginning, she was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Casey and I had email chains where I sent her lists of questions, and she always responded to each of them in a timely manner, welcoming any and all questions after. She set everything up before we arrived for the day! She printed labels for the buffet and extra desserts. I can't emphasize how helpful and kind she is. A few days before the wedding, we switched to texting, and she responded to me after business hours! She was not feeling well the day of, which she didn't reveal until cocktail hour, but told us she wanted to be there for us, me especially. I give her an infinity out of five.
The space: We had a large wedding with 225 guests, and the ceremony and reception never felt crowded.
Florist: When we were supposed to have our final floral meeting, we were reassigned to Laura. She reassured me and said we had more time to finalize our options, setting up a time to meet in person to go over everything before we had final email discussions. Laura was very kind and supportive and answered all our questions. We used our own centerpiece vases. I can be a control freak, so I was nervous about not seeing a mock bouquet, but I trusted in Laura, and they knocked it out of the park. They also draped our ceremony arch and their gazebo with fabric and faux florals we brought in.
DJ: Jeff is awesome. He made a point of asking if there were any traditions or details to be aware of. He was a great DJ and was willing to play whatever music we liked and gave suggestions on the wedding timeline. He also offers sparklers, but we ended up providing our own.
Catering: We had a handful of guests with dietary restrictions, and The Ashley Castle happily accommodated. What we liked is they were open to making a recipe per your request and accepted outside catering. We brought in hors d'oeuvres and extra dinner entrees from our favorite restaurants. Our guests loved all the food!
Con: A minor obstacle we encountered was miscommunication between me and one of the other coordinators due to the shared email The Ashley Castle team has. There were only three times when things got a little confusing. Once in the beginning when we had a tentative hold on our wedding date and were told by another coordinator it was taken — she didn’t realize it was reserved for us. A second time when we were planning our wedding rehearsal while Casey was out of the office and we were told it had to take place Thursday instead of Friday (the day before our Saturday wedding). Lastly, Casey was out of the office again, and some wires got crossed, but it was quickly remedied after we got back in touch with Casey.
*The photobooth is an extra expense, and we were happy with their service. Their photobooth was the cheapest option we found, and we liked the natural backdrop of the castle tower, but they offered many backgrounds. We used their props and brought in some of our own. My name was misspelled on their menu screen, but they corrected it when I pointed it out. They provided template options, but we chose to create one ourselves, which Becca and Cody tested to make sure it printed nicely.
If you are thinking of booking The Ashley Castle, I would highly recommend you do it — and fast!
Deja K
5.0
6/04/2023
We had our dream wedding at The Ashley Castle! My husband found the castle on Google after searching for months for a wedding venue. When we called to inquire about the castle, we were able to come visit the very next day for an open house. The staff was so kind, helpful, knowledgable, and truly wanted to know what would make our perfect day. We signed our contract the very next day. During the wedding planning process, the staff at The Ashley Castle had our best interest at heart the entire time of planning. They remembered tiny details that we discussed months ago, detailed all of our wedding choices, and suggested other phenomenal vendors like Frost Gelato! When people would call on our behalf to change wedding details, we always received a call from staff confirming our choices. In the end, we had an absolutely beautiful wedding that went above and beyond our expectations. Thank you Ashley Castle for a day that we will always remember! And to top it all off, the venue is absolutely stunning! From the long driveway, the beautiful huge doors, the chandlers throughout, and that breathtaking garden, I am still in awe of its absolute beauty! I highly recommend this venue to any and every couple who considers it!
Zain Y
5.0
5/25/2023
I would like to take a moment to thank you all for the wonderful event last Sunday. We were so happy, my parents, and my brother are very thankful for the wonderful job that you guys did.
Please say thank you to everyone who worked for this event.
I would like to thank George, Ashley, and Casey for keeping us informed with everything that we wanted. I also want to thank Casey for going over details of the event with multiple appointments. You did an awesome job.
We planned this event for a last minutes but it turned out perfect.
I will definitely be back for our next events at Ashley Castle. You guys are all phenomenal people.
100000000000% recommending Ashley Castle.
Thank You Again 😊
Sheena A
5.0
4/27/2023
We are so glad we picked this venue for our wedding. Shout out to Chrystie who was the first person we met on our venue tour. She is so warm and bubbly and answered all of our questions. When we looked at other venues, my mind kept going back to The Ashley Castle and Chrystie's hospitality. This venue has a beautiful outdoor garden for the ceremony and cocktail hour, and the indoor reception area is stunning with the beautiful chandeliers. Our wedding turned out to be much better than we could ever hope or dream for. Laura and her team did a phenomenal job with the floral designs. The floral arrangements were breathtaking. George and his team delivered delicious food. All our guests kept commenting on how tasty the appetizers and entrees were; also the portions were very generous. No one left hungry. Thank you Casey for working with us through all our design questions and answering my never ending emails and for being our day of coordinator. We were out of state but we were able to communicate without any problems. Thank you Rueben for your suggestions and being our captain day of. All the staff, servers, and bartenders were so kind and welcoming. Thank you all so much. What is also a great feature about this venue is how customizable everything is. You can really make your wedding how you want it to be without the limitations other venues provide. Also, providing your own alcohol is a huge money saver! Thank you all for making our wedding even better than I could've dreamed of.
Colleen E
5.0
4/24/2023
My husband and I had our wedding at the Ashley Castle earlier this month and it was incredible!!! We loved working with Casey, Ashley, and Laura throughout the whole planning process! The staff is absolutely amazing and so helpful! We would definitely recommend this beautiful venue for your wedding!!!
Ashley S
5.0
4/20/2023
My husband and I are so beyond grateful for picking The Ashley Castle to get married at! They truly went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was everything we wanted. Casey is absolutely phenomenal and made the process so much fun! I love how you are able to attend multiple tastings so you are able to try different things. Everything tasted so delicious, it was hard to pick. We would highly recommend getting married at The Ashley Castle. All of their vendors are AMAZING and the venue is so beautiful. Our guests were very impressed!
Ban A
5.0
3/25/2023
This place is absolutely gorgeous. We just had our wedding reception there in the outdoor garden on 03/19/23. The entire staff went above and beyond to make our day exactly how we envisioned it if not better. Big thank you to The Ashley Castle team!
Samantha J
5.0
3/03/2023
I couldn't be happier with Ashley Castle. Originally before the wedding when we were in the planning process, we were planning on giving it a 4 because the food wasn't what we had hoped, yet everything else was great. But we expressed this concern and they really showed up for us and listened to our complaints or concerns about food. The food was incredible and everyone enjoyed and actually commented on how full and happy they were. The staff and team are easy to work with, especially Christy and Casey. Casey was supposed to be our primary contact (and was wonderful throughout) but got sick before our wedding. We were nervous to work with someone else on day of but Christy, Ashleee and truly the whole team made everything seamless. The venue is beautiful, the team is there whenever you need anything, and the day-of staff became our new buddies! The bartenders were incredible and personable, and we have literally zero bad things to say. The cost is more than fair, and they are happy to adjust or accommodate anything you need. We had the wedding of our dreams and truly couldn't be happier. If you have any complaints or concerns they clearly look at that and adjust it to your specifications or needs. Also, we are a same sex couple and they are on top of the specific needs of that (2 getting ready rooms, adjusting flower needs...etc.) so if that is a concern for you- GO TO ASHLEY! HIGHLY recommend
Nino I
5.0
2/13/2023
To all upcoming matrimonial couples, Ashley Castle is your first and last stop! My husband and I were in shambles about the venues we sought out falling through until we (quite literally) drove across traffic and entered The Ashley Castle! We were greeted with friendly and professional staff, shared our story as a same-sex couple, and had the brunch wedding of our dreams! The Ashley Castle is a fully inclusive venue with a florist, designer/planner, cake team, food, DJ, & a freaking Castle! We did have to supply our own alcohol (which was so incredible because we wanted an open bar!; we also had an external connection for photography and videography, but they have resources!). From consultation to the “I Do’s”, Casey, George, Amy, and everyone really held our hearts and ensured a beautiful planning experience. The pricing is very reasonable, the food options are divine, and the picturesque setting is just heart warming. Much love to the Ashley Castle! Tell them Nino sent you!
Brittany W
5.0
1/26/2023
The staff at Ashley's was truly amazing. Casey was outstanding as a coordinator!!! She provided us with all materials before our meetings which made the process really smooth! The day of she made sure everything was set up correctly and ran like clockwork. DJ Jeff was so easy to work with and understood the importance of certain songs being an exact version. Our guests loved the food & we enjoyed the tastings at the venue during the planning process.
We did have issues with our point of contact in floral the entire time sadly. However, when I spoke to staff they said they would address it with the floral manager. Our flowers for the day were SO beautiful. My suggestion would be to keep all communication because you might have to show proof of things that were promised.
Despite the flower issues, everything else was perfect, which is why they deserved the 5stars. Our videographer told me it was the smoothest wedding he had been to!
It truly was a dream come true day 💜
Lisa L
5.0
1/22/2023
Ashley Castle exceeded our wildest expectations!! Beyond gorgeous venue and AMAZING service!! We were so indecisive with wedding plans, and they could not have been more patient, gracious, and understanding! Also, we got rained out
on our wedding day, and they figured out a Plan B asap, and it was still SO lovely and beautiful!! 100% recommend and so happy to have been married there! Book them, you will not be disappointed!!!!!
Nora M
5.0
1/14/2023
Beautiful venue, perfect for any fairytale wedding. The staff was polite and professional, they answer emails quickly and helped out every step of the way. Our coordinator Casey was super friendly and helpful. It makes for a very memorable wedding, definitely worth the money.
Denise E
5.0
10/22/2022
Casey and the Ashley Castle team were Amazing!! They were attentive and helpful from start to finish. They made our day extra special. ❤
Jessica O
5.0
10/14/2022
Everyone at the castle is SO helpful and nice. It was a concerted effort to pull off my fairytale wedding, and they did it effortlessly. So glad I had my wedding there!
lauren h
5.0
6/22/2022
AMAZING! The Ashley Castle is a amazing venue with an even more amazing team. They handled my 900 questions like nothing and made sure all of the small details were taken care of. I can not thank Casey enough for putting up with me through the entire process. The venue its self is gorgeous and a perfect set up for weddings. The team knows their stuff and you are sure to have an incredible event when booking with them. 10/10 will always recommend. Oh, and my guests could not stop complementing the food.
Leah S
5.0
6/02/2022
What a dream!! I knew from the moment I arrived at The Ashley Castle that it was where I wanted to get married. It is so beautiful and unique ESPECIALLY for Arizona! You escape your surroundings when you arrive.
Now beyond how beautiful it was... the service was AMAZING! We worked with Casey who (as an OCD bride/human) put all my worries at ease. She is SO on top of it! And was charming to work with in general. The entire staff was so accommodating and friendly. Plus on our actual wedding day we felt so special.
Beyond happy with the entire experience! :) <3
Taryn Z
5.0
5/03/2022
Literally had the best day ever thanks to the Ashley Castle. We booked our venue in January of 2021 for our April 2022 wedding and it was truly the easiest process and so stress free. Casey is absolutely a dream to work with. She understood what we wanted for our day and it was everything we dreamed of. Jeff was truly one of the best DJs. We wanted our dance floor full all night long, and man did he achieve that! I highly recommend using the Ashley Castle and ensure you partner with Casey to help you have the best experience possible!
Vendor response 05/04/2022
Aww thank you so much, Taryn! You, Travis and your families were an absolute pleasure to w...
ork with! We wish you so much happiness in your future ahead. Cheers! xoxo The Castle Team
Jamie M
4.0
4/06/2022
The wedding at Ashley Castle was fantastic last night, from start to finish! The dining room was decorated so nicely, the music went so well, and of course the bride and bridesmaid dressing room was plenty big and so comfortable. The trees being in bloom was amazing! It really was a story book wedding.
I gave it four stars for the simple reason that my daughter's email and phone number was written down wrong. She had a very hard time contacting the DJ, and florist, which she found very upsetting. Part of that is my fault. I should have really looked at the number. The area code was written down wrong. It was written down 420 instead of 480. My suggestion to the consultants is, if they can't get a hold of the bride, after many times of trying to contact the bride, get in touch with the groom.
But, other than that the wedding was so very nice and everybody enjoyed it!
Chris + Kelly B
4.0
3/23/2022
TLDR: Casey is the coordinator you want at this venue; she will take wonderfully good care of you!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Casey at Ashley Castle! Casey answered all of our planning questions, usually within 24 hours of asking them, and made us feel completely taken care of. She was friendly, always on top of our details, and gave us the "real talk". We never felt like we were just another wedding of hers; she made us feel like family. She executed our rehearsal, and made arrangements to set up all of my table settings, including favors, table numbers, chair ties, and linens. I didn't have to worry about a thing, but she arranged for us to arrive a few minutes early to scout the settings before pictures started. It was AMAZING. You want Casey as your coordinator if you work with Ashley Castle.
I was a little disappointed in the coordinator that took over our wedding that day after Casey left. Before she left, Casey introduced us to Ashley, and let us know that she would be our "point of contact" for the rest of the evening. When it came time to cut the cake, Ashley asked me what we wanted to do with the groom's cake. (We paid an additional $60 to the cake vendor to ensure that my husband got a chocolate on chocolate cake that day and I appreciated her asking what my plan was with the cake.) I told her that I wanted my husband to have a piece and the rest to be boxed up for us. That was the last I saw of her, the whole wedding. She never came back to tell us that a piece was left for my husband at the Head Table and by the time we got back to it, the table had been cleared. After we paid extra, my husband never got any of his groom's cake that night. This was INCREDIBLY frustrating and a complete waste of money.
It appears that Ashley left right after the send off sparklers were lit, and before she left, she didn't check in with me, my Maid of Honor, or my mom to confirm any details. The boxes in our getting ready suite had been carefully laid out by me to ensure that I could assign certain boxes to certain cars to go home, and she combined them all into one big mess that took me 45 minute to sort through. The only person on site from the venue at the very end of our wedding was the DJ, and that was very frustrating to me. Casey made an effort to check in with us before she left and ask if we needed anything more from her, and I expected the same from Ashley.
I would HIGHLY recommend keeping track of your own budget with this vendor, as they did not provide a tracker of your payments nor did they provide a running invoice until after your contracted final payment was due. When the invoice did come through, there was a discrepancy, where they had a higher charge than what I was promised. They fixed it quickly, but if I didn't have my own budget going, it would have gotten missed.
Shauna J
5.0
2/27/2022
We cannot say enough good things about the Ashley Castle. We thouroughly enjoyed our wedding and our guests all had a wonderful time. It was so eaay to work with the staff and they were very accommodating. It was nice to have a one stop shop for most of the wedding needs. The food and cake were both delicious. We had multiple compliments on how beautiful the ceremony and reception were, and we had very minimal decorations of our own. We would definitely do it all over again at the Castlw if we could. Highly recommend!
Lauren S
5.0
12/14/2021
We had our wedding at The Ashley Castle, and it was absolutely amazing! The staff was so kind and caring to us, and the planning process was not too stressful because so much was done through the venue. Then venue is so elegant and makes for a magical wedding. We appreciate everything that the staff did for us to make our event extra special. It was everything we could have dreamed of and more! Thank you!
Anda N
5.0
12/01/2021
The staff at the Ashley’s Castle was attentive and did a great job at personalizing our wedding. I highly recommend this venue for making your wedding dream come true!
Vendor response 12/01/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words! We enjoyed having you, Kamol and your families here ...
at The Castle and especially enjoyed those scrumptious Romanian desserts! Cheers to many, many happy years!
xo The Team at The Ashley Castle
Jordan H
5.0
11/11/2021
I don’t even know where to start! From the beginning the staff at Ashley’s Castle were fantastic! We live in Idaho and trying to plan a wedding in a different state can be so hard! But the Castle was so helpful and made planning easy and fun! Casey was excellent, and so friendly. She made sure that we were happy and made sure that we would get our dream wedding, and let me tell you we definitely did. Our wedding was just perfect, everything from decorations, to food, to entertainment. It was all perfect and everything went so smoothly, made for this stressed out bride to relax and enjoy everything. I would definitely recommend Ashley’s Castle to anyone and everyone, I would especially recommend Casey!
Vendor response 11/11/2021
Aww thank you so much for the sweet review! You guys were a dream to work with and wish wi...
sh nothing but the best for your happily ever after! xoxo
Paris I
5.0
10/12/2021
I'm an event planner and working with the girls at the Ashley Castle was truly a pleasure! Casey in particular was amazing and handled almost everything that came our way the day of the wedding! We worked together to make the couples day amazing. The venue was stunning as well. The grounds are kept up and there is nothing like it in Arizona!
Vendor response 10/12/2021
Thank you so much! Your work ethic and eye for design are second to none. Please come back...
any time!
~The Ashley Castle Team
Claire K
5.0
10/08/2021
The Ashley Castle was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! They made the wedding planning experience so easy and stress relieving! Any question or change I wanted to make, they were responsive and receptive to! I had many requests and they made everything happen with ease! They were open to my ideas and provided contacts for me to reach out. They have vendors included which made everything so simple and straight-forward! I was able to have the wedding of my dreams thank to Laura, George, and Casey. My wedding day was the BEST day of my life thanks to the Ashley Castle and their staff. They are the absolute best wedding venue in AZ
Vendor response 10/09/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words! You two were an absolute pleasure to work with and y...
our wedding was a dream! We wish you nothing but the best on your new journey as husband and wife. Cheers!
- The Ashley Castle Team
Danielle M
5.0
7/06/2021
We absolutely LOVE the Castle! The staff is just amazing and so helpful! Amy the florist is so great to work with, she is so sweet and all the florals done for the wedding were spectacular. Lindsay, Casey, Ashley, and the owner George were so helpful with everything in the planning of the wedding. Lindsay, Casey, and Ashley kept everything running so smoothly the day of the wedding. My husband and I never had to worry about anything! It was amazing! The food was incredible, DJ Jeff is out of this world, and the bartender was great! It was truly a fairytale wedding thanks to this wonderful place and its amazing staff :)
Vendor response 07/06/2021
Aww thank you for the kind review, Dani! You, Wes and your families were such a pleasure t...
o work with - you made our job a breeze! We wish you nothing but the absolute BEST and a happily ever after <3
xoxo Ashley Castle Staff
Julianna A
5.0
3/30/2021
My (at the time) fiancé, my mother, and I were visiting the venue next door and accidentally pulled into the Ashley Castle. It took our breath away. I truly didn't want to go inside because I knew I'd fall in love with it and thought it had to be outside of our budget. My mom convinced me and we were lucky enough to be given a tour right away! As predicted, I fell in love with this venue. It was within our budget and they make the process so easy by providing so many vendors! My fiancé and I moved to another state during the wedding planning, as well as COVID adding complications, so the fact that the venue is fairly inclusive was a must. The Ashley Castle was so flexible and patient with us and always answered my questions in a timely manner. They kept us on track with planning and clearly know what they are doing. The ladies here are darling, they made us feel so comfortable and were lovely to chat with. Katie dealt with my New York Italian father with grace. The food is delicious. We had three tastings and truly struggled to decide which food to serve, it was all so yummy! Our guests made many comments on how much they enjoyed the food as well. The day of my wedding everything was setup exactly how we wanted, Katie was calm and took good care of us on our day. Thank you Katie for being incredible and thank you to The Ashley Castle for making our wedding so magical and gorgeous.
Madison M
2.0
9/23/2020
Beautiful venue but was really disappointed with our tour. We started with one woman who gave us a tour of the property. After she had us sit down at a table and said she'd be right back. After 20 minutes of sitting there, another woman sat with us and started going over pricing. While going over pricing, two other couples walked in for tours and ended up just wandering. A future bride came in with her maid of honor to do a tour and the bride for the wedding that night was there getting ready. No only did no one have any idea who we were but it made me wonder if we booked with them, would people be wandering around on my wedding day while i'm getting ready as well? It just seemed very scattered. I was looking at spending $15,000+ on a wedding with them and they didn't even know who we were or anything about us. Every other venue we have visited knew our names and didn't make us sit for 20 minutes while they switched out people. The whole interaction just made us feel like an afterthought and like we were just another tour on a list of many. Not exactly how i want to feel when looking at venues for our big day.
Vendor response 09/23/2020
Hi Madi, I am very surprised and sorry for your poor experience! We take pride in giving v...
ery individual attention to all of our prospective and booked couples. I would imagine the bride of the night arrived early; we rent exclusively and do not book tours once a reservation has begun. Many brides self tour family and guests after booking, and we do occasionally have walk ins but no couple should be made to feel unimportant. Our staff is very passionate about what we do; I am truly sorry that this was not the impression you received. Perhaps we can invite you to come back in sometime this week to make sure the details you were looking for were thoroughly covered.
Tiffany B
5.0
5/12/2020
"Gorgeous". "Most beautiful wedding I have ever been too". "Extremely elegant". These were just a few of the comments that we received about our wedding at The Ashley Castle and we could not have done it with out their team! My wedding was everything I imagined it to be and more! The Ashley Castle staff went above and beyond to make my wedding dreams come true. I know that I had some far out their ideas, but at every meeting they went along with it and made sure they would find away to make it happen. From our insane signature drink, serving almost 250 people, and a giant east coast cookie table. Everything was perfect and we cannot thank them enough. A special shout out and thanks to our wedding planner Katie for helping and guiding us every step of the way, to our florist Amy who was AMAZING and created the most STUNNING bouquets and table arrangements I have ever seen. Did I also mention the food is amazing? Thank you all so so much for everything! it was the most perfect day.
Selyse M
5.0
1/31/2020
Our wedding was perfect here! There are many packages to choose from, and various ways to customize it to your liking. The venue is beautiful, the pricing is more affordable than all of the other venues we saw, and the coordinators were fantastic! Katie was our coordinator, and she was fantastic at answering questions, explaining everything in detail, and helped calm my nerves on the day of despite the inclement weather. Catering is included, and the food was delicious! All of our guests couldn't stop raving about the food and the cake, which were provided by the venue's catering and Piece of Cake respectively. The Castle's DJ, Jeff, was also amazing and it was hard to tear everyone off of the dance floor. I was worried about how he would react to my list of songs that I wanted played, but he worked with me and had no issues with it! He knew exactly the type of music/reception would fit with our wedding and personalities. There is nothing I would change about my wedding planning or wedding day thanks to The Ashley Castle! :)
Brittani B
5.0
12/02/2019
Absolutely stunning venue with great staff, good food and incredible value. I loved the ease and convenience of the vendors included in the package and our day was perfect. I worked mostly with Katie and she is fantastic!!
L C
5.0
9/05/2019
From the moment we walked in to the Ashley castle and were greeted by the knowledgeable, friendly, and caring staff, we knew that we had found the perfect place to say “I do!” The castle and the grounds are magnificent. You feel like you are walking in gardens in Europe. Everything is elegant. The staff is the other half of the equation, and they were fantastic. They did everything to accommodate our needs. George and Laura are attentive owners that will make suggestion after suggestion and help you bring your vision to fruition. Katie Worked with us on all aspects of our Wedding ❤️. She was there from day one to the day we walked down the aisle. We can’t thank her enough for all that she did for us.
The food was amazing, (and we are picky Italians!) the flowers were perfect, and the cake was a huge hit!
Thank you so much to the bartenders, staff and everyone that helped to make our wedding day magical!
Kristen G
1.0
7/08/2019
NOT RECOMMENDED. 0 STARS. My fiancé and I put down a $6,000 deposit for our wedding. Unfortunately, my mother got diagnosed with STAGE 4 OVARIAN CANCER and we had to cancel our wedding at the castle. This business refused to give any of our money back. That money would have helped pay for HOSPITAL STAYS and MEDICAL BILLS. This business has NO COMPASSION for their customers.
Vendor response 07/09/2019
We are disheartened by this review. The Ashley Castle was notified 4 months prior to Krist...
en's wedding date, of her mother's illness. We greatly sympathized with her concern on waiting to have their wedding and went above and beyond to try to accommodate her and her groom. They both expressed an interest in pushing up the date here at the Castle. We met with them immediately to brainstorm a solution.
We offered earlier dates and were willing to waive any rescheduling fees, they denied. Additionally, we offered different packages to reduce the expense, they denied. We tried everything in our power to help them in this time of need. Cancer is something we are all unfortunately affected by in one way or another, and we have the deepest compassion for this bride's situation.
Contractually, we are not obligated to offer or do any of these things. When a bride and groom put money down on a date we no longer sell that date. Furthermore, we were unable to re-book this date after the cancellation so we too were negatively affected.
As stated in line 3 of the contract Kristen signed;
"In the event the RENTER cancels, the deposit payment, along with any payments made as of the date of cancellation WILL NOT BE REFUNDED."
The bride made the required contracted payments to our company, the deposit and midpoint payments totaling $4,071.00. We wish it could have worked out for all and hope for the best outcome for Kristen and her family.
Scott K
5.0
5/14/2019
Words cannot even begin to describe how perfect our weeding was! The team at the Ashley Castle did everything to make that possible. There was actually a point where we felt like we were missing something because my wife and I had nothing left to do thanks to the team at AC. The ceremony was perfect and the premises was in pristine condition. We have not stopped receiving compliments on how beautiful everything was. More than anything though was just how easy it all was! So much is included in their Imperial package that it made planning super easy as well as organizing. The florist they work with is superb (shoutout to Aimee Schatz) and had everything looking phenomenal. We made our own arbor and their team was able to decorate it to perfection exactly how we wanted. I wish I could give more than 5 stars for this venue and all of the people involved. Anyone looking for a dream wedding at a castle should lock them up immediately. - Mr. and Mrs. Kirkeby 5/3/19
Vendor response 05/14/2019
Scott, thank you so much, you and Erica were an absolute pleasure to plan with. Wishing y...
ou both so much happiness. The biggest compliment at the end of the night is a couple with a smile truly from ear to ear, so glad we got to be a part of yours. Cheers to you both, send us pictures!! <3
katherine h
5.0
3/10/2019
My wedding at the Castle was beyond perfect. They made everything easy and simple for my husband and I. It was definitely the most beautiful wedding ever. I would highly recommend to anyone!!!
Joshua L
5.0
1/19/2019
My wife and I could not be happier with this venue for our wedding. The grounds and building were gorgeous, the food and cake were excellent, and most importantly the staff were extremely helpful and caring. Katie, our wedding coordinator, was especially helpful and made planning so easy. Compared to other venues in the valley we felt this was by far the best choice based on price and how nice everything turned out to be. Our wedding was even better than we could have imagined and a large amount of that is due to how great Ashley Castle and the staff were for us. Highly recommended, very worth the price in our opinion.
Haveen Q
5.0
12/10/2018
When I first started searching for venues for my wedding, I didn't even live in the state. There were too many options to look at. After looking through many beautiful resorts, I just couldn't pick. When my friend suggested The Ashley Castle and I searched it up, I was completely blown away! There is nothing more beautiful than it. It is so magical and entered my heart instantly. When the process of my wedding planning happened, they made sure to know exactly what I wanted. I had 4 different girls planning parts of it for me. The food tasting was so fun and the food itself was amazing!! The best part was that I was able to plan my entire wedding from a different state because they had packages and led me to the greatest vendors. I am so happy with my decision to have done my wedding here and my wedding was like out of a fairytale. The fireworks were so phenomenal, I felt like it was a dream! I have people calling me and telling me how beautiful the venue was and everything they set up for me. Aimee is the best florist you could have. She set up my gorgeous stage and centerpieces. She would call me and talk to me like she'd known me forever. The Ashley Castle faculty made me feel so comfortable and everything was exactly how I wanted it to be. Thank you guys for everything!
Vendor response 12/16/2018
Haveen, you are so sweet and we are so thankful we got to join in your celebrations and we...
re able to provide you with the wedding of your dreams!! It is certainly difficult to plan from afar but we did it - together!! Wishing you and Waleed so much happiness in the months and years to come, everything about your night was gorgeous . Thank you for sharing your culture and sweet heart with us! <3
Charity A
5.0
11/24/2018
Where do I even start? I have had the most exceptional experience with the Ashley Castle crew and I can’t even imagine having my wedding in any other place. Laura, Katie, and Chrystie, the beautiful coordinators extraordinaire, were beyond amazing! They not only helped me plan the most beautiful wedding, but they went out of their way to accommodate and help me create the vision I wanted for my wedding. They were always available to chat, were always willing to hear my never-ending “thoughts” about my decor, they were quick to answer emails, and always greeted me with the warmest smiles and hugs.
The Ashley Castle, just by itself, is absolutely stunning. It has beautifully maintained gardens with a gazebo, a fountain, beautiful flowers. It has quite the charm. But the added bonus of the warm, dedicated, and supportive coordinators, DJ, Florists and vendors take it to a different level. Aimee, the florist was exceptional. She took my vision and budget and produced the most creative and beautiful arrangements. She always listened and stretched herself to accommodate my many ideas. DJ Jeff was available to answer any questions and his photo booth was a hit at my wedding! If I could the Castle give more than five stars I would because five stars does not do them justice. You will never go wrong choosing the Ashley Castle for your events!
Vendor response 12/01/2018
Charity, you are too sweet and we absolutely adored having you and your family here to sha...
re in your big day. What a beautiful wedding you had, and such a festive atmosphere. You and Foster are a lucky pair to have so many that love and cherish you, near and far! We loved how you incorporated culture into your night, and the variation of tables and centerpieces made the room truly stunning - as did you. All our love to you both <3
Emily P
5.0
2/18/2018
If you are looking for an amazing venue that genuinely cares about you, this is the place to be. The Ashley Castle is an amazingly beautiful venue with the most caring people. I had my wedding here this past friday on February 16th, and could not imagine having it anywhere else. My wedding was everything I ever dreamed of and more. I got so many compliments on the food, the DJ, my invitations, the decorations, the ceremony and reception space and just about everything in between...and the best part, this venue does everything for you. They have vendors on site that will work for you and they are absolutely amazing. Laura, Katie and Chrystie...you guys gave me the most beautiful and perfect wedding I could have ever asked for and made my day nothing but fun. I had no stress at all the entire day because I knew I was in good hands. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Vendor response 02/28/2018
Thank you Emily! It was such a pleasure helping you and Anthony plan your big day!! Your...
cake was so cute, and the gorgeous combination of sweet escimo roses, white lilies and burgundy alstromeria in your centerpieces lit up the ballroom perfectly. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness <3
Robin H
5.0
1/23/2018
I fell in love with this place the second I walked into it! It was the first venue I looked at and nothing else compared to it. I went with an all inclusive package and it was definitely worth it. It took a lot of stress off of us during the nine months of planning. The food was GREAT, the DJ was fantastic, all of our guests had a great time and complimented us on the venue. And the fireworks at the end of the reception was absolutely stunning!! I loved everything about my big day and I owe most of it to this amazing venue. Thank you guys so much!