My husband and I planned our wedding from out of state--Amy at the Gale Mansion made that incredibly easy. We coordinated via email many of the details, and she was always quick to respond. She was incredibly flexible with our needs. We wanted ...a morning breakfast wedding, and though they had never done it before, the staff was absolutely on board with it! They served up an outstanding breakfast (eggs benedict, bacon, breakfast potatoes, pastries, fruit, french toast) that was restaurant worthy. We also had a small lunch (chicken, mashed potatoes, salad--also delicious), and believe it or not, serving two meals was incredibly reasonable for the pocketbook. We wanted guests to be met with a coffee/tea bar and pastries outside as they arrived. It was done, and looked classy. We also had fruit, pastries, coffee, and tea served to us in our bridal/groom suites. The complimentary valet is a wonderful touch.
The venue was also very photo-worthy. So many interesting spots to take excellent pictures.
The staff was absolutely ON IT when it came to set up and transitions. After the ceremony, they worked seamlessly (and without getting in the way of pictures) tearing down the chairs and setting up our yard games. They were so efficient clearing out tables for the dance, I didn't even notice that they did it. I only had to make one complaint--they brought tear down boxes out a half hour before the event was done. But after I said something, the boxes were cleaned up within the minute.
Amy made our wedding absolutely stress free. I would return to the Gale Mansion for events in a heartbeat, and I would have our wedding there again without question. Many guests said it was the most fun wedding they had ever been to! I believe it, because it was definitely the most fun wedding I've ever been to.