4.8
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The Fontanel
The Fontanel Estate & Mansion
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Can someone write a review to confirm or deny if this venue is open or permanently closed? Looks like this is no longer in business…
Finding a venue is a huge thing to check off the list, but the Fontanel is so much more than a venue. Planning our wedding in Nashville, TN, from IL was so easy w/ the help of the team at the Fontanel. They took care of our food, dessert, flowers (truly, you need to work w/ Vance- he does wonders and can pin a boutonniere in the blink of an eye), putting up decorations, and all of the organization w/ vendors that can sometimes be stressful. Jade was an absolute rock star and I have had so much confidence in her ability to see our wedding through. At one point, only a couple of weeks out, our wedding grew from 150 people to around 170. Jade immediately took to problem-solving w/ me so that we could figure out how to accommodate all of our guests without making too many changes to the evening we had been planning. She continued to help me problem-solve up until the morning of the wedding, constantly making sure she was in the loop w/ our most recent updates/changes. Jade was always responsive and has a true gift for making you feel like the most important person in the room.
The entire day was a wonderful experience- from the groomsmen enjoying playing "Go Fish" w/ our ring bearer at the Poker table in the ice cream parlor, to my bridesmaids and I feeling absolutely glamorous getting ready in Barbara Mandrell's old (and very mirrored) bedroom/bathroom. Everyone working that day helped make every part of the evening special; and Jade, Vance, and Steven kept the night running smoothly. The pictures we currently have are already beautiful, but the memories and fun that this team helped to produce that night is something truly special. I would recommend the Fontanel any day and now have relatives who are hoping to host more special events here!
Meet the team
Nikki Sheppard
Sales & Events Manager
Hi! I’m Nikki, and I'm a wedding professional with a passion for turning dreams into reality! The reason I do weddings is simple: I believe in the power of connection and the beauty of a story coming together. I love working with weddings because every single celebration is a blank canvas, full of unique personalities, heartfelt traditions, and unrepeatable moments.
What I love most about weddings is the moment everything falls into place. When the nerves fade, the music swells, and two people are entirely focused on the promise they are making. It’s a privilege to be a part of a day filled with such pure joy and commitment.
When I’m not immersed in the world of weddings, I enjoy a quiet life. You can often find me curled up with a book, getting my hands dirty with any form of DIY project (I love creating something from nothing!), or, most importantly, spending time with my family, who inspire and ground me every day.
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