The Monte Bello Estate

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f are amazing. There are so many options when it comes to photo spots, ceremony location, room set-up, food, etc. so you can truly personalize your special day. We worked with both Courtney and Abbey, and we never could have planned a wedding (especially during the pandemic) without them. They remained calm and professional throughout the process, and helped us plan the most beautiful day. The food is amazing and the tasting was so fun! The cocktail hour spot was awesome too! They are always doing upgrades to make the place even more beautiful (in the time I was working with them, they got a new dance floor and redid the entire indoor cocktail hour/ceremony space). My friends and family absolutely loved it. We highly recommend Monte Bello for anyone looking for a beautiful venue whose staff will make sure you have your dream wedding.

our wedding would be executed smoothly because Monte Bello is a "well oiled machine" when it comes to weddings. We were not disappointed. Monte Bello went ABOVE AND BEYOND when it came to planning and executing our wedding. The venue's coordinators and directors were incredibly responsive, impeccable with details and very very organized. We did not experience any issues throughout the whole process, which made it that much less stressful as a bride. We received SO many compliments about the beauty of the venue itself and how wonderfully the wedding went overall. Having our wedding at Monte Bello was by far the best decision we made with our wedding.

onsive and helpful. We had our ceremony in the outdoor wooded area. There is so much natural beauty out there that there is really no need for any extra decor. Our cocktail hour was outdoors, and our reception was in the four seasons tent. The Monte Bello photographs extremely well and all our pictures came out beautifully. The food was absolutely amazing as well. We are still receiving compliments on how beautiful our wedding was!

ngs about the venue was the idea of the outdoor cocktail hour since we wanted our guests to be able to enjoy the beautiful grounds. We had some rain the morning of our wedding, but rather than moving cocktail hour inside immediately, Courtney waited until the last possible moment to make a decision in case the weather cleared up- and it did! We were able to have a perfect outdoor cocktail hour. Courtney also helped us arrange ideal seating for our guests- including being able to choose where everything was located, from the DJ to the dance floor to the head table. All of our guests were impressed by just about everything at Monte Bello, but we especially received a lot of compliments regarding the food. The filet and chicken were both excellent options and came out tasting great. We’re so happy we chose Monte Bello as our venue.

nside and out. I loved the tent-feel of the reception area without actually being outside. June 15 was, unfortunately, a rainy day, but moving everything inside worked out perfectly. Courtney was our coordinator and she was extremely helpful from beginning to end. I lost my dad unexpectedly the week before my wedding and she took initiative and did whatever she could to help my family and me with whatever we needed to finish planning. The food was delicious and we still have guests talking about it. I think the grilled cheese shooters were everyone's favorite and the late-night burgers were perfect for the dancing fools! The only reason I gave 4 stars was due to the cost. Like most venues, the extras really add up and the packages are pretty expensive. With that being said, I would still choose Monte Bello again. Our day was perfect.

ith and kind. We had the use of the full mansion and grounds from noon until midnight and we took full advantage! The bridal suite and groom suite are both amazing and very different. There was plenty of space to get ready in both and take some pictures. The interior of the mansion and the grounds are just beautiful and well taken care of. We were married under the gazebo on the grounds and we took all our wedding photos there as well. Our photographs are incredible, and we will cherish them forever. Abbey made sure that all the details of our wedding went smoothly. She personally went above and beyond to make sure that our guests that needed a little extra assistance received it. We will always be grateful for this. The meals that we selected were delicious, our guests still talk about how tender their steak (or chicken) was and how it could be cut with a butter knife. Everything from the location, staff, bar/cocktails, appetizers, meal and dessert were just perfect. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and unique our wedding was. We cannot say enough about the Monte Bello and their team. We loved our wedding at the Monte Bello and we highly recommend them!

every detail was covered and they put together a really special and memorable tasting day. The day of the wedding, Courtney was there to ensure that all moved smoothly. Our families and friends were so impressed with the quality of service and how charming the venue was. The food and cake were absolutely delicious! The photos turned out beautifully on the grounds of the estate. The entire day really felt like a dream come true. We are so happy to have chosen The Monte Bello Estate for the most special day of our lives.

ve the cocktail hour at the last minute due to rain but there wasn't any impact to our timeline or guests' experience. The servers, bartenders, etc. were also all great and made sure the bridal party and family were well taken care of. The team was easy to work with, we started planning with Sara, then worked with Abbey, and finally worked with Courtney for the day of. Everyone was very responsive to email questions and special requests (for example, we asked to bring in a custom sweet table, a tradition with Greek weddings). Would highly recommend the Monte Bello for your wedding or event, unique space and great team!

s done in house for an easy planning perspective.. one stop shop!! We got married on August 3rd of 2019 and the landscaping was a dream. Every guest from our wedding is still talking about how amazing the food, venue and service was. We cannot thank the Monte Bello enough for how amazing they were and how beautiful our wedding was. We highly recommend having your wedding here, you will not be disappointed and who doesn't loving having a wedding where your guests cant stop talking about it!?

work with throughout our year and a half of planning. She was so helpful, sweet, organized & passionate. We loved our wedding at Monte Bello SO much! Highly highly recommend!

this venue and had so much fun working with the MB team to execute our perfect wedding day! Despite not being able to have our wedding outside (it rained AND snowed on our April wedding day), it was still the most magical wedding. Abbey deserves a very special shout-out for all of her help - she went above and beyond helping us plan our wedding and was extremely patient and kind with answering every email/phone call that was sent to her. We are so extremely happy we chose to have our wedding at Monte Bello and want to say a HUGE thanks to everyone that helped make it happen. You guys are the best!

bridal and groom sweet for the day was a plus. The bridal sweet was beautiful and the groom sweet is awesome! The guys never wanted to leave that room. We had our wedding outdoors by the pond and the chairs and heaters were setup for us to accommodate all of our guests. Abbey was an absolute pleasure to work with. She really made it easy to plan our wedding and took the stress away from all the small things. The payment for our ceremony and reception were divided to make the payments manageable which was a plus. We initially met with her to go over our estimated guest count and main wedding details and then constantly kept in contact. Abbey was happy to answer all our questions and responded quickly to our emails. She even helped suggest possible rehearsal dinner locations, dj, florist, photographer and even hair/makeup salons. She sent us a layout of the tables and placement of all items that we could alter to our liking. This place is hands down breathtaking. We highly recommend the Monte Bello. The food and cake was also delicious (even the children’s meals looked amazing). we received many compliments from our guests on the food and cake. I was also extremely pleased with the fact that they helped set up and we did not have to worry about anything ourselves. At the end of the night the staff was extremely helpful with cleanup and helped gather any decorations that we were keeping or tossing. The whole night the staff were on top of their game making sure everything was running smoothly and our guest had everything they needed. They really made our wedding amazing and all of our guests were amazed with the location and its beauty. If you’re looking for a venue in the Lemont area- this is your place! :)

g about how this was the most fun wedding they've ever been to, and how gorgeous the Estate is. It even rained on our wedding day which was less than ideal given how beautiful the grounds are, but the indoor ceremony and pictures looked more gorgeous than I could have imagined. I HIGHLY recommend choosing The Monte Bello as your venue - you won't be disappointed!!!

is and everyone was blown away by this venue and still talk about how gorgeous it was. It is timeless and stunning, inside and out, and my husband and I could not have been more happy with our magical wedding location. Wedding venue's are everywhere and relatively easy to come by, but if you want a gorgeous venue AND an amazing support system to get you through this wedding planning process, you NEED to use The Monte Bello Estate. Courtney Troyner is not only one of the best Venue Coordinator's out there, but she is truly just the sweetest person. I live in Arizona now and she was willing to have non-stop communication with me throughout the entire planning process. Courtney was so patient with me when figuring out our guest count and floor plan as we had several family hardships that came up towards the end. She offered so many helpful suggestions that I wouldn't have even thought about, AND when my makeup lady bailed 9 days before the wedding, Courtney was able to suggest an awesome makeup artist and SHE did the research to see if she had availability. It meant the world to me. The staff, all around, goes unmatched at The Monte Bello Estate. My husband and I, as well as my family, couldn't have been any more thrilled with how our wedding went at their venue. All of the support from the staff was unlike any other, the venue is absolutely beautiful and the food and extra services was worth every (incredibly reasonably priced) dime we spent. I cannot say thank you enough to them for making the entire process everything a bride could ever dream of. If you are looking for a place to blow your guests away and have a magical wedding, The Monte Bello Estate is the place to be!

he logistics. You all made it seamless and I know that takes a lot of effort. We have heard nothing but praise from many of our guests. From the food to the service to the beautiful estate. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you!!

azing coordinator; she answered my (many) questions and made planning an out of state wedding a breeze. It was no problem at all for me to communicate everything to Abbey and then hand over the "logistics" to her the day of so we could take the time to enjoy the day. Our day was our own little fairytale and we couldn't be happier! Don't hesitate to book with Monte Bello; they will make your wedding day one of the best days of your life!

, and the reception area is wonderful with all the windows. It was everything we wanted and so much more. This venue is unlike any other I have been to, it's unique and very very intimate, we loved it! We worked with our coordinator Abbey who was so accommodating to all of our needs, very prompt in responses and really was just a pleasure to work with. We cannot say enough good things about The Monte Bello and their staff (especially Abbey). Thank you so much Abbey for making our dream wedding come true, we cant wait to see our video & photos!

t their Instagram, and you’ll instantly fall in love with the Monte Bello and see how this place can make your Pinterest wedding dream a reality.

the time we first took a tour of the estate, to the end of our reception, everything was perfect! Our guests are still raving about what a unique venue it was and how much fun they had! Courtney is amazing to work with as well. She made sure every little detail was planned out and was also a big help on the day of our wedding by making sure our bridal party was organized and our tables were set how we wanted them and being there the entire night to make sure things were going smoothly! We couldn’t have done it without her! If you’re looking for a unique venue with amazing staff, great food, and beautiful grounds, then The Monte Bello Estate is the place for you!

uring the planning process with a quick and friendly response. I never felt like I was a burden for asking so many questions. She wasn't able to be there on our actual day but Courtney was and she was just as wonderful. She helped get everyone in order and made sure our ceremony ran smoothly. You will not be dissapointed in booking your wedding here. I wish I could relive that day again.

Courtney did a beautiful job and reassured me I would be well taken care of. She did an amazing job calming my wedding day nerves and making sure everything went to plan. The food was delicious, and the staff was extremely friendly. If you can book your wedding here I highly recommend it!

expensive through this process, but the location is beautiful! We booked in winter when we saw it, and it was even more beautiful in the summer when we were married. We would recommend attending the tasting nights, as they were helpful to fine tune the menu. Our guests loved the space, and it was nice to have different rooms within the estate available to us.

married. Our guests are still talking about how gorgeous the estate is and how amazing the food and service was.

so we could get ready in the bridal suite/groom suite. It's important to know, if you are renting it for the whole day that means beginning at 9:30 a.m., they were accommodating and allowed us to come at 9:00 a.m. but if you need more time to get ready in the morning you may not want to do the early access and get ready elsewhere. The bridal suite was a dream to get ready in. So much natural light, and enough space for myself, 9 bridesmaids and 2 mothers to all hang out and get ready in. The groom suite is so fun and made for some great photo ops while the groomsmen got ready. We went off site for the ceremony for religious purposes but if I could have had the ceremony on the grounds I absolutely would have. The grounds made for gorgeous photo opportunities, and it was great because my husband and I have 7 nieces and nephews under the age of 5 so it was great for them to be able to run around outside while their parents took pictures as they were apart of the bridal party. One thing to note, we rented a 50 passenger bus for the day of to take us from MB to the church and back to MB for the reception because we had such a big bridal party, the bus was too big to pull up right in front of the house - not a big deal at all as it wasn't a far walk, but just something I didn't think about prior to the day of. The food was shockingly delicious. We had a tasting a few months before that was very well organized and we were a little underwhelmed by the food at that time but the night of it was delicious and we had multiple people comment on how good it was. They were also very accommodating to dietary restrictions and made sure everyone was fed. They did have some limitations on how flexible they could be with the beer they offered without charging additional fees, but we made it work. If you are specific on your alcohol, you may want to talk to them up front and understand what fees would be associated with getting the types of alcohol you wanted. Our reception sat 255 people, while it was just a little tight, I would not go too many people above that, it was perfect for us. We asked the staff to collapse two tables after dinner to open up more room for the dance floor and they were accommodating - no one noticed. It was also great that they allowed our guests to leave their cars overnight. Abbey and team were always responsive to all my questions leading up to the day, and the day of they made sure every detail was perfect. I can not say enough good things about the venue and the team, we are still receiving compliments from friends and family! I am really obsessed with this venue!!!

nd day out so everything looked amazing. The venue outside is perfectly maintained and the inside is also beautiful. The tent where the reception is held is so pretty and the layout was perfect for being able to mingle with people and also just dance and have fun. The house is so fun and great for pictures. People could not believe how beautiful the venue was, but also how amazing the food was. We had steak and salmon as our two entrees and people could not believe how delicious the steak was. Usually when steaks are mass-produced they are cooked too much, but these were all medium-rare and so good. Overall, we were just so impressed with everything and our guests thought it was one of the best wedding venues they had been too. With that being said, none of it would have come together without Abbey. She helped us with the whole set-up of the day and dealt with me sending her so many emails with tons of questions and was always helpful and super accommodating. She never made me feel like an overbearing bride, which was really nice. The staff at Monte Bello was amazing and helped us with the clean-up and made that so much less stressful. I seriously have so many good things to say about Monte Bello, but all-in-all, it was the best venue we could have had for our wedding and we could not have imagined a better day. Thank you everyone at Monte Bello for making it happen!

). Everything from the food (which we got a ton of compliments on) to the amazing landscape for wedding photos and the helpful staff make this a wonderful venue for a wedding.

questions and being so easy to work with throughout the whole process. Everyone had went above and beyond to make our wedding day so incredibly perfect, special, and stress-free! Weeks later and our guests are still gushing over how beautiful the estate was and how the food was so great. Choosing The Monte Bello Estate was one of the best decisions we made and we HIGHLY recommend having your wedding/any event at this venue as you will not be disappointed!!!

g process, thanks to Courtney and her team. Guests loved the food and atmosphere. My wedding went PERFECTLY and I know it would not have been possible without the Monte Bello team. It was super hot on my wedding day and the Monte Bello staff did everything they could to accommodate the warm weather (e.g., refreshments during our outdoor ceremony, moving the cocktail hour inside, making sure the reception space was cool). It's one thing to have a gorgeous venue (which obviously, Monte Bello is), but to have outstanding service and a stress-free wedding day is priceless. I can't recommend this venue or this team highly enough!

e is just as gorgeous. Everyone that came to my wedding (230+ people) could not get over how beautiful the Estate was. The Venue Coordinator that we worked with was Courtney. She was absolutely fabulous. She was so kind and very patient, as I am very indecisive. Courtney was there for me with the thousands of questions I had and helped me through my rehearsal and on the wedding day. She was very easy to work with, as if she was a close friend! All of the staff at the Monte Bello were FABULOUS. They were so kind and genuinely wanted to make my day special. To top it off, the food was delicious. Many of the guests relayed that the Filet was the best they have ever had. Thumbs up to the chef that the Monte Bello has! Everything about the venue, staff and food was more than I could ever have hoped for on my special day. Thank you to the Monte Bello Estate for making my dream wedding come to life!

her, and she did everything in her power to accommodate any request we had for her. As a bride, it is difficult to be in control on the day of your wedding all you can do is trust that things will turn out as you had planned when you arrive at your venue. With Abbey and the Monte Bello team, I didn’t have one worry on the day of my wedding. I knew when I arrived at Monte Bello, things would be set up exactly as I had imagined & it ended up that things turned out more perfect than I ever could have dreamed. Our pictures are absolutely breathtaking thanks to the venue’s vast landscape and impeccable grounds. Our 200+ guests had enough space to enjoy the outdoor cocktail hour, explore and relax in the various rooms of the house, and did not feel cramped at their tables during dinner. Almost a month has gone by since our perfect day, and our guests are still talking about how blown away they were by our venue. We keep hearing things like “That was the most beautiful venue I have ever been to!” and “That was the best meal I’ve ever had at a wedding!” To say that we are ecstatic with the way things turned out is an understatement. Choosing Monte Bello was the best decision we made through the wedding planning process. You will NOT be disappointed if you do the same.

o helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process I can't thank her enough. Everyone talks about how stressful and crazy wedding planning can be but I did not feel like that after booking with the Monte Bello. They took care of everything for us and the team was always there to help and give their best recommendations

is absolutely beautiful and all of my guests had an amazing time.

erfect. She helped so much and always answered all of my emails very quickly. Whenever we had a specific request, Abbey always made it happen. If you can, book this place!! You will fall in love the minute you step inside.

you. I definitely also recommend renting the estate for the day of and having your ceremony outside. So gorgeous! Thank you Monte Bello!!

ng cake I've ever had (we had a Carmel cream layer and an Oreo cream layer)! Abbey made every step prior to the big day easy for us and was always quick to respond to questions. During the reception, she was there on top of things. I'm so happy we chose the Monte Bello!

ll questions we had. This just made us extremly grateful to have such a beatuful venue, but the staff being so accomodating made it bitter sweet. We could not have asked for a better expereince throughout our wedding planning and the actual wedding. If we could give above five stars we would!!! The food was also amazing! They have a large assortment to choose from when you do the tasting and it was all prepared in house by their personal chefs. Highly recommend their grilled cheese and tomato cream shooter! We cannot think a single negative comment when it comes to the experience we had with this venue and the staff. Give this place a look when your hunting for a venue and ask for Abbey! She was awesome! Im sure all the other planners are just as awesome though. If any future Bride and Groom have last mintue people who cant make it, you have two people right here who be delighted to come back! Thanks again Abbey, and the rest of the staff at Monte Bello staff for everything!

tination wedding, we highly recommend this hidden jewel in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. A 2016 family wedding on the grounds showed us how gorgeous it looked. Now we know first-hand how well it operates. Abbey, Katie, Sara and the entire staff worked with us from beginning to end, making sure that it was well-planned and yet pressure-free. An overall fantastic experience!

lanning process, Abbey handled my many requests for customization like a pro. Every time we visited for a tasting or walk-through the MB had updated something new. I have a feeling that in a few years it will be increasingly difficult to book a date here.

diately knew THIS IS THE PLACE. Not only were we blown away by the beauty of the grounds, but Abbey gave us the warmest welcome and treated us like family. Down to every bit of detail that is involved with wedding planning, Abbey made that process seamless and made sure on our big day that everything that we planned was perfectly executed. And it was everything that I could have ever imagined and MORE! If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind venue that is exclusively YOURS (you will not be sharing any space with any other bride), if you love nature and want an outside wedding, you'll have access to 55+ acres of gorgeous scenery, and if you want your own house with the most beautiful bridal suite for you and your ladies to get ready in while the guys have their own man cave then The Monte Bello Estate is the perfect wedding venue for you!! And, I cannot forget about the enclosed glass tent where the reception takes place is the nicest wedding tent I have been to for a wedding venue. Your guests will also enjoy cocktail hour outside on their newly built outdoor bar and lounge area by their in ground pool. Did I also mention that the food was top notch! Even down to our cake, it was absolutely delicious!! I fell in LOVE with this place and all the people that work there. Best decision that we made when it came to wedding planning was choosing The Monte Bello Estate. This place and their staff deserve 10 stars!!!

were so helpful and patient with all of our questions and concerns! They made the day go smoothly, and took the stress off of us. My husband and I are so happy with how our day turned out and we couldn’t have been happier!

nges to the venue (we had a band) and were willing to make any additions we wanted! The venue is spectacular and will be a day we remember forever! We received so many compliments on the venue and how unique and beautiful it was! We had an east coast/ballroom style wedding which means we danced throughout dinner. This required much planning and timing with the kitchen, which Allie Tucker did a fantastic job! The Monte Bello ran everything smoothly and I have nothing but amazing things to say about all they did for us on our day! Every question we asked was answered quickly and with many suggestions and any help we needed! We will continue to recommend the Monte Bello to any couple we talk to! We could not be more grateful to them for the most amazing day!

ond. The food was simply amazing and we keep getting compliments on it. Of course, the venue itself is gorgeous and you couldn't ask for a more idyllic setting. The staff is very helpful and attentive. The only thing that we weren't happy with was they placed the wrong chargers out for the reception, but I think that's the only thing that wasn't correct. They even allowed us to place our favors (bookmarks) into the folded napkins at each seat. I'm already planning to do a vow renewal there years from now (and hopefully with better weather!). Thank you so much to the entire staff, catering, and wait staff at MB...they made our day truly special!

ere blown away. The landscape is immaculate. It is such a beautiful property. We met with Abbey our first visit, and continued to work with her throughout our wedding process. She is THE BEST coordinator around. She remained in contact with us throughout the planning process and gave us advice when needed. Abbey truly went above and beyond the call of duty for our wedding. She returned e-mails promptly, and sent revised contracts immediately any time we made changes (which was often, sorry Abbey!). Our guests raved about the venue, and continue to rave about the venue. Specifically, our guests loved the beauty of Monte Bello and the food. We received so many compliments on the appetizers, signature cocktails, and dinner. We cannot say enough great things about our experience with Abbey and the Monte Bello Estate, we highly recommend it to any couple looking for a truly amazing wedding!

scenery is like something out of a movie. I am so passionate about this venue and the entire staff that works there. They truly made our dreams come true!!

y have a beautiful glass tent for the reception. They are constantly making improvements to the venue; in the year since we booked, they added chandeliers, an outdoor bar, among other improvements. We looked at 12 other venues in Chicago, but we could not get close to this amount of space in the city. The staff at Monte Bello were incredibly responsive and kind through the entire year, although we knew they had so many weddings before ours. They answered all of our messages promptly, and welcomed us warmly to the venue multiple times when we came to show it to our families or needed additional planning meetings. I also loved all the add ons they had to make your event more personalized, we added on s’mores and yard games, and our guests raved about both activities. The day of the wedding, we knew that the staff was there making sure things ran smoothly, but I also appreciated that they trusted us to take care of the space and we mostly in the background. It made it feel like we owned a mansion for the day. Sara and Abbey were especially amazing and made the whole experience stress free, I highly highly recommend the Monte Bello and need one of my friends to get married there so I can go back!

p to the date, I was very happy with the whole process. Everyone was super responsive to all my questions and very helpful. Thank you Monte Bello for hosting my dream wedding, my husband and I are still so happy!

an outdoor bar, bonfires and more chandeliers in the tent. All of which made the venue even more amazing. Throughout the entire planning process everyone has been friendly and very quick to respond to emails. They have three package options and a list of add ons that help customize your wedding. The food was good and you have quite a few options. The cake is included in the package and was amazing! You get to try a lot at the tasting and can choose from a long list of flavors. You also get to customize the design. I would highly recommend renting the estate for the day as well. The bride and groom's suite are incredible and great places to get ready and hang out for before the wedding. The ceremony site with the gazebo was one of the main reasons we chose the venue and we're so glad the rain held out so we could get married outside. They do have a back up option if it does rain which accommodates 150 seats and has a beautiful view. But it does seem a little cramped. The only thing I could think to complain about is the carpet in the tent was a little dirty. I noticed it during the tour but with the lighting/tables/decor I didn't even notice during the wedding. They also do not have a "day of coordinator" to cue your ceremony/help set up/direct your vendors. This was something we chose to get separate so we didn't have to worry about it the day of. While it's not the most budget friendly venue, you will have the piece of mind it's money well spent. Our guests were very impressed and like us, many had never been to a wedding at a venue like this. Overall the Monte Bello Estate is whimsical, romantic and I would highly recommend it.

t the process. She was also extremely patient with all of the questions my mom threw at her! The grounds are beautiful and the weather was PERFECT! We could not have asked for a better day. They were also very accommodating with allowing our dog to be a part of the wedding. We've received many compliments since then about how beautiful and fun our wedding was. I only wish that the outdoor bar area would have been finished in time for us to utilize it because I've seen the new pictures and it looks great. I also appreciated Abbey personally coming by several times throughout dinner service to make sure my drink was full!

are absolutely beautiful! The food is also amazing. It is pricey, but you get what you pay for :) Even with the most expensive package, many things are extra to add on (everything is in the contract, read it carefully). We added on a few cases of champagne and cordials to have a champagne bar at our reception. The only thing that was a bit disappointing at our wedding is that this was not put out for guests the way we had discussed and most of the champagne wasn't used. Other than that, everything was amazing and we had tons of compliments. It was everything we could have dreamed of!

s out-of-the-ordinary place as our wedding venue. We decided to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception at the estate and our guests seemed to really appreciate the ongoing flow of the day. With our wedding in July, the grounds at the estate looked pristine. Our guests were constantly telling us that they loved our choice of venue. Prior to the day of my wedding, I enjoyed working with Abby and Katie to plan the menu, tent layout, and linens for the day. They provided exceptional insight into what would look amazing and be most pleasing to our wedding guests. My reasons for not giving this amazing venue and staff a 4 out of 5 star review is because when it came time to clean up after the reception, my parents and bridal party were responsible. Plus, my husband and I felt that the basement and bridal room could have been better equipped to make us and our bridal party more comfortable. Thank you to The Monte Bello Estate and its staff for making our wedding day a real fairytale!

estions and emails promptly and we had constant contact. She was always so friendly and helpful. The whole staff is so professional. The estate is gorgeous! My guests were so happy and had nothing but wonderful things to say about the staff, the venue and the food! I wish I could go back and do it all over again because everything went extremely smooth and it truly was the wedding of my dreams! I highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants something other than a banquet hall. Your guests will rave about everything especially the food. People can be so picky with food but I did not hear one negative thing. Shoutout to Ali Tucker! Again, my whole wedding day was amazing, I could go on and on about how wonderful everything was! Thank you to everyone at the Monte Bello!

tie, Sarah, and Courtney were so great to work with. They answered all of our questions in a timely fashion and were beyond accommodating. The food and cake were both great. All of our guests could not stop talking about how great this place was and what a gem it was. I could not be more thankful to have found this place because they truly helped our vision become reality. I would recommend them to everyone!!

and fun wedding they had ever been to. The estate has SO much to offer a bride and groom. There are endless backdrops for gorgeous and unique pictures. Abbey, Katie, & Sara were fantastic. They were so patient and courteous with us. They are truly a good team that knows what they're doing. Your wedding day is in safe hands with them!!! I wish we could relive our day over and over because it was perfect. I don't think any other venue could have given us the special day that we had.

raved about the beauty of the venue! All of the decorations turned out exactly how I expected and it looked incredible. They've added some cool chandeliers inside the tent that added something special. Working with Abbey was great and she was very responsive along the way. There were many emails with many many questions, but she always responded to them all and we sorted out every little detail! The food was great and we received many compliments on that as well. They helped set up all of our extra decorations and assisted in packing them all up at the end of the night. We rented the estate to get ready in and loved the gorgeous bridal suite that was perfect for pictures. The guys loved the downstairs game area, which also made for some amazing pictures. The reception was definitely not cheap, but you get what you pay for! We wanted the best of everything which unfortunately cost us more than budgeted. I think you could have a beautiful wedding there for a reasonable amount though. Overall the experience was great and I highly recommend the venue! I wish we could do it all again!

ust under 250 people. The capacity is 275 but that would have been really tight. There are a few restrictions about set up time and needing to clear out everything the night of that made it a it more stressful/rushed to get set up and taken down. That said, I would definitely choose Monte Bello again in a second. It really built in the beauty and elegance so we could just show up and have fun!

I had throughout the entire process were answered quickly and cooperatively. The bridal suite is the master bedroom of the house converted into a classic/ vintage style lounge area with a gorgeous bathroom. I had hair and makeup artists come the day of for my bridal party and we had plenty of room to get ready. (I had 9 girls stand up!) We planned on getting married outside, but unfortunately it was raining. We quickly moved the ceremony site into a different room of the house. It was beautiful! I got so many compliments from my guests that I was happy it rained. The food is also outstanding. I have a pretty critical family when it comes to food at weddings, and they loved it. The apps, the main dinner, and even the cake. (Caramel cake with caramel frosting) I do not have one bad thing to say about this place. The basement is converted into a "man cave." My husband and his groomsmen we able to relax, party a little, and get ready in a completely separate space from me, and without the fear of running into each other before the ceremony. The grounds, the house, the outdoor patios, and even the inground pool make this the most unique place for a wedding.

to the Monte Bello Estate, we were sold. The grounds are just beautiful, and the tent was exactly what I was looking for. The estate itself is very well kept as well. When my husband saw the basement, where the groom and groomsmen get ready for the day, he was hooked. He didn't want to look at any other venues, this was it. And that was totally fine by me, because I was in love! Abbey, and the rest of the team at the Monte Bello were a pleasure to work with as well. They are all so sweet and helpful, and will answer any questions you may have. I highly recommend renting the estate for the day. You get more time to relax, get ready, and explore before your wedding begins. I do wish "renting for the day" allowed you to arrive even earlier than it permits, but it still gives you extra time on the day of. The food at the venue is delicious, and it’s so nice that you don't have to bring in your own catering! The cake is definitely the best part of catering. All the flavors were so delicious, it was hard to choose! But seriously, if you are considering the Monte Bello Estate as your wedding venue, just go visit and see for yourself. It is even more incredible in person. I will say, it is pricey, but so worth it. Hands down I would choose the Monte Bello over and over again. From the ceremony arch, to the fire pit by cocktail hour, to the breathtaking tent for the reception, you will not be disappointed, and neither will your guests! I will forever love the Monte Bello Estate.

loved it then. Now, after several major changes, the estate is definitely a place out of one's dreams. Our wedding was on a Sunday in October 2016 and we rented the estate for the day so we did not have to worry about anything. The outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour to our reception in the tent was nothing sort of magical. Abbey and Suzanne were both wonderful in helping us before and during the big day. I highly recommend Monte Bello to any woman who, like me, dreamed of a fairytale wedding in the woods.

ible. Our guests were blown away. Would absolutely recommend!

throughout the whole planning process but also during the wedding. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, and there were many different places to take pictures- both inside and outside. It is such a unique and gorgeous setting to have a wedding, or any event for that matter. We loved the updates that they have done since we first visited the grounds. The pool and patios are beautiful. Lots of guests gathered around the bonfire pit later on in the night too . Many of our guests were commenting on how great the food was, that it was unlike typical wedding food. There were lots of options for us to choose from as well. Overall the staff and the service was amazing. All of this combined made our wedding so much fun and everything went smoothly. And our guests loved the venue as much as we did!

rs were making very nice improvements to modernize the space. The bridal suite is a girls dream and very special. I had to deal with 3 people while I was being contracted. Out of the three I had to deal with Suzanne is by far the best! She is responsive, action-oriented and genuine. Sara was definitely hired because daddy owns the location, but she is in no way qualified to run the space. Very flaky, forgetful and needs a lot more guidance on event planning and execution. She wrote our wedding date wrong when we first signed. Lord. Very nice but not qualified. Abbey is very organized, professional and structured. I had to call her out many times on inconsistent contract details, the dance floor placement, lack of a floor plan, no actual wine vendor list, etc. She remained professional but I think she quickly realized that they needed a refresh on their contract. We got into it via email a few times but I think moving forward she will make an effort to know her brides and grooms to make the process a little smoother. Read your contract and get all pricing ahead of time. Suzanne is wonderful. She always made sure we were in lock step on the day, agenda, vendor flexibility, and really wants to make it the day of our dreams! A true gem out of the bunch! I had a wedding planner that did an incredible job planning for me on the day of with the coordinator. Ali. The in-house chef is a doll. Her and I had to speak because my venue coordinator could not communicate properly at the time. Our breakfast for dinner inspired meal was delicious. Our guests raved about the wonderful attention to detail that the chef paid. Only negative I had was some bruised fruit but as a bride and groom it would have been nice to have a plate warmed in the back. The groom suite needs a major overhaul on furniture but the space is fun for a man cave. It does have a mildew smell and I think could be a little brighter. The reception space is beautiful. Obviously a huge concern is tents and water. We had to buy glade plug-ins for the day before and if the wedding since there is definitely mildew or mold inside that rug when we visited nearly each time. They need to level the floor in the entry and if it rains the carpets near the doors are soaked. There is a lot of slant in the space and it is tough for slipping, wheelchairs and elderly Guests. The outdoor patio, and fire pit are lovely. In terms of alcohol, they need to get an actual list of wine they can provide. I was able to get all of what we wanted, but it was a struggle with a list of names and no varietals. Example: The list says Neiman Marcus... what does that mean? Cab, Chardonnay, Rose? The cocktail outdoor space is not lit up so if you plan to have guests outside you need to arrange for lighting and heating if it is cold. Overall, this location is a 5. I only gave a 4 due to the frustrating experience I had with a few of the venue coordinators. There is great flexibility with vendor selection which is awesome!! All of ours were great!! Our day was a dream come true. Our photographers captured such an elegant evening and all of our guests loved the space. It truly is one of a kind. 5 Star on the Venue. Thanks

ey succeeded. Suzanne and Abbey are so cheerful and knowledgeable. If you choose Monte Bello you will not be sorry!

ered, it was a worth it.

eased with each time we visited our venue- for everything from the food tasting to the final walk through. The staff is so welcoming- you feel like family. We would highly recommend the Monte Bello Estate for your wedding. It will be unforgettable in every way!

ute changes during our wedding reception. We would highly recommend this venue not only because of its beautiful setting but also because of its caring and dedicated staff.

- specifically Abbey. Her professionalism and upbeat personality allowed me a chance to enjoy the planning process. She made herself available numerous times during the planning stage to meet in-person to discuss every detail. No question or ask was too much and the attention to detail and customer service was exceptional. It was very nice to have an opportunity to meet with the estate owner as well and to my surprise he made an appearance on our special day just to make sure everything was to our liking. The vendors (DJ, photographer, videographer, florist, etc.) all spoke very highly about the venue and venue staff, mentioning how seamless the coordinating was. Guests continue to rave about how delicious the food was as well as the large portions. Everything from cocktail hour appetizers, to dinner and cake was topnotch. The tasting was a blast and the food was just as delicious day of as it was on our tasting day. It was especially wonderful to have the cake included in the package. Again, less stress! The wait staff was very professional and attentive to all of our guests. One even volunteered to get my bouquet from the bridal suite when she noticed I was without it. To say we had a wonderful day is an understatement. I am so very thankful for all of the hard work and dedication that the entire staff of the Monte Bello exhibited. I highly recommend this venue for any upcoming celebration.

ess. We worked mostly with Abbey to plan our day and she always got back to me promptly and we felt that we got great individual attention. If you have a request, they will make it happen! During the reception multiple staff members came up to me and my husband to make sure we had everything we needed or wanted. Also, we chose to add s'mores stations to our package and it was a HUGE hit! Everyone loved it. All of our guests keep telling us what a great venue it was and what a great time they had at our reception! I can not say enough good things about the Monte Bello Estate!

entire planning process. They made a potentially stressful time easy and fun for us. They listened to every special request and "crazy idea" we had and they found a way to make it happen. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. We were able to have cocktail hour outside and it was beautiful. The inside of the house is so majestic, our guests really enjoyed exploring and looking at every little detail. The food was delicious and we were able to bring in some of our own alcohol and had "signature drinks" served at the bar. We have received so many compliments and the same question over and over "how did you find this place?" It is truly a hidden gem. They have done so many renovations in the past year, and the hard work has truly paid off. It is a small slice of heaven, and we are so thankful we were able to say "I do" at the Monte Bello. We very highly recommend this venue!!!