The Monte Bello Estate

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!!!

n I had whatever beverage I desired, and was there to offer a refill before I requested it. Will recommend this venue to anyone who might be interested in an elegant location. JSW

he estate recently completed renovations that include a gorgeous bridal suite overlooking the forest and an outdoor cocktail area overlooking the prairie. The theme of my wedding was "woodsy romance", and the Monte Bello more than delivered in creating my perfect day. When I lost my bridesmaids before the ceremony (they thought we were entering from a different area), Abbey and the other coordinators calmly handled the situation and got everyone where they needed to be. My guests kept saying that ours was the best wedding they had ever been to and asking how we found this venue. If you're looking for a stunning reception venue with the chance for a romantic outdoor ceremony onsite, definitely visit the Monte Bello.

le to add our own touches to the house it felt like home when our guests arrived. It was elegant and our guests are still talking about the amazing time they had. Love, love, love Monte Bello Estate! Thank you for making it a day my daughter will never forget.

offered at the tasting were absolutely delicious, making our menu a very difficult choice for us but we could make small changes to have the courses better fit with our fall theme. Our 200+ guests raved about how delicious the food was stating how tender the filet was and how much they loved the sauce for the chicken. There were zero complaints about the temperature of the food or the cooking of the meats. Vegetarian guests were served a huge portion of a lasagna dish and our guests with food allergies could enjoy their meals without worry. We chose a design for our cake with a different flavor for each layer and our guests commented on the beauty and how it was the best they’d ever had at a reception. STAFF: After meeting with the staff at Monte Bello and discussing our vision we soon realized just how perfect a fit The Monte Bello Estate was for us. Each staff member was helpful and punctual in answering our questions and allowing requests all other venues had denied. We worked closely with Sarah and Katie, but it was Abbey who was our main contact throughout our planning process. Each of these ladies were professional, and dedicated to ensuring all of our needs were met. They allowed us to visit the venue on multiple occasions to see the renovations going on and discuss the next step in our planning. They put us in contact with several other vendors whom we used for lighting and photography and we could not be happier with their recommendations. The day of the wedding Abbey was available to help set up our final details such as our place cards and table numbers allowing us to relax and enjoy our time taking photos on site. My husband and I got married at The Monte Bello Estate on Friday October 23rd. Unfortunately, ten minutes before our ceremony it began to rain and my dreams of an outdoor ceremony had to be set aside. Luckily the staff at Monte Bello were able to instantly shift gears and have the cocktail lounge flipped over to our ceremony site and we were still able to begin on time! Although it was not what I had always dreamed of, this intimate setting provided the perfect romantic environment that was truly beautiful. Within minutes the ceremony site was again open to our guests to enjoy during the cocktail hour. She had drinks prepared for the bridal party at the head table for our dinner and made sure the introductions for the ceremony ran smoothly. At the end of the night the staff helped us take down and package up many of our decorations, going above and beyond what other venues would have done. Abbey had her staff organized regardless of the situation to ensure the entire day flowed according to our schedule and I could not be more grateful for her effort throughout the entire planning process and event. OVERALL: There is not a doubt in my mind if we had chosen a different venue our wedding day would not have been as flawless as it was. It is rare to find everything you could ever dream of in one location, but at The Monte Bello Estate, our guests raved about everything, and I had a wedding that surpassed my expectations in every aspect! Choose Monte Bello and you will not be disappointed when the day you've always dreamed of is better than you could have ever imagined!

VAST improvements to the space. Definitely check them out!

rything was impeccable. I would recommend Monte Bello to anyone and everyone for any occasion. Thank you, Abbey! ~Meagan~

didn't have to hunt around for so many vendors in a short timeframe. We worked with Abbey through most of our planning process and she was so helpful and accommodating from our first visit to even after the wedding was over! The grounds were absolutely stunning, and right before the wedding they did some major upgrades to the tent so we were able to experience full glass windows overlooking the meadow and sunset. I couldn't have asked for a better day. One thing I would like to point out, although I was completely unaware of this as it was happening, was that a majority of our guests were not given wine for our toasts and a few said their meal wasn't served hot and took a long time. Food was good, the usual wedding-type meals, we didn't get too extravagant, though they have a variety of options. The wait staff seemed very young and some a bit inexperienced- the head table wasn't served cake until I asked! So while I was oblivious to some of the dinner kinks, I feel it's important to note and hopefully those can be worked out! After the day was over, it was the perfect place for our outdoor summer wedding

as with me every step of the way and fought to make sure certain things could happen for me that had never been done at this venue before. I can honestly count at least 9 special requests I had... none of which were small but all of which Abbey made happen. My family doesn't live in this state which made planning a little more challenging but Abbey made sure to work us in whenever my parents came to town and met with us many times after her work hours were over. My wedding was beautiful and went so smoothly. Additionally, I can't emphasize enough how beautiful this venue was. I have so many gorgeous photos with a wide variety of locations. It looks as if we traveled to multiple places to get all the photos. The new renovations to the tent were all completed just in time for my wedding and the large window paneling, new floors, and new tenting/lighting all contributed to a gorgeous reception. It truly exceeded my expectations. The food was fantastic. People cannot stop talking about how great the food was. One of my special requests had to do with the style of the dinner and Monte Bello worked with me to make sure it happened exactly as I imagined. Even allowing for two separate tastings to ensure everything was perfect. Also, my cake was the best cake I've ever had. Not an exaggeration. Overall, I cannot recommend this venue more highly. I honestly can't think of a single thing that could have been done better. The level of service, quality of food, and the gorgeous backdrop of the estate makes Monte Bello well worth the money.

to help make you have the most special day ever. All of my friends want to get married here now!

created exactly what I wanted. I can't count how many times one of our guests remarked how lovely the reception was. We have so many gorgeous photos of us outside on the bridge overlooking the pond. The staff was incredibly attentive and just wanted to be sure I was having the best night of my life.

he staff was amazing and extremely helpful throughout the whole process. Overall, the atmosphere of this venue created great memories my new husband and I will cherish for a lifetime. I would highly recommend this venue to future brides!

o meet the owner at our tasting AND he even showed up at the end of our wedding! I have never met an owner (or even staff) who really cares that much about their business. So whatever they have been doing under their new name and ownership, keep up the awesome work because I was so happy to have that personal feel from Monte Bello throughout my whole engagement and wedding day. The updated windows in the tent?! The firepit?! The pool?! The new floors?! Yeah I was impressed. Besides that the outside was so pretty in every picture, the food was unreal, and all of my guests were happy and danced the night away. Thank you to everyone who made this the wedding of my dreams

well with beautiful decor. My husband and I both agree that the staff was so nice and accommodating for our special day. They made sure everything was perfect and also took away a lot my stress which is a huge plus! I am so happy with how everything turned out and would highly recommend this venue.

eir backup indoor ceremony space was just so beautiful we really did not even mind!! Not like any other back up space I had ever seen which was a big reason we choose Monte Bello in the first place. The staff was so accommodating and made the whole day so relaxing and enjoyable which is huge since the rain threw us off a bit. We got so many compliments on the food during cocktail hour and the reception (the champagne chicken is delicious!) which was important to us. All and all the space is beautiful, indoor and outdoor, and the staff was professional and really caring and the person who I originally met with nine months ago to sign the contract was there on my wedding day to make sure everything went great! Thank you Monte Bello for making our wedding day the best day of our life!!!

ve had it an other way. It is convenient for guest because they do not have to travel between venues after the ceremony, and the evening just continues to flow so nicely. Before the ceremony the bridal party gets their own rooms in the Estate to get ready and those rooms are fantastic! The bridal suite is spacious and beautiful and the grooms suite is a total man cave equipped with a bar, craps table, pool table and more! The view from inside the reception area is beautiful and is the perfect backdrop for the FOOD! OMG! Everything was so delicious and had nothing but complements about it from all of the guests. It was the perfect wedding, and The Monte Bello Estate will give you whatever you need.

he venue is on. Thanks everyone! ~Kim

and the food was AMAZING!!! Thank you thank you to the entire planning and service staff for helping me :) I had a really wonderful experience and wedding here!!!

considerations and asking questions to make sure your wedding day was perfect. They were very responsive via e-mail. The grounds are spectacular and we were able to enter the estate with plenty of time before cocktail hour began. The day ran so smoothly with our day-of wedding consultant overseeing everything. The decorations I provided were set up beautifully. Everyone complemented the food at cocktail hour and the lovely space. Dinner was served hot and it was delicious! The cake was a huge hit! Our sweet table was completely emptied and the late night pizza snack was gone so fast (I didn't get to eat any, but am told it was tasty, too). All of the wait staff and bartenders were really pleasant. One issue I had (not enough for me to give this any less than 5 stars, though) was my guests sitting at the table near the kitchen doors were freezing since these were opened quite often when serving dinner. Also, there is a minimum for a valet and once we got our final head count in we were under 10 people shy of this minimum so our valet was canceled and no one really told us. I know it was in the contract, but 2 weeks before the wedding it just slipped by my mother and myself. To sum it all up.. We had a beautiful wedding at a unique location. I can't wait to see the pictures :)

eyond to make sure you are satisfied. The Enchanted Estate is breathtaking to begin with, but on my wedding day, it truly was remarkable how beautiful every thing was. The flowers were perfectly bloomed and bright, the food was phenomenal, the staff was wonderful and courteous, and the day was just perfect. I understand that the price for this venue could seem costly, however it is worth every dime spent. Everyone at The Estate truly makes your day perfection.

of my wedding come true. The venue was absolutely GORGEOUS and we picked the best time of year because all of the flowers were bloomed and beautiful. We did have some rain on our day and had to switch from the planned location to a different location outside on the grounds but it actually worked out better for us!! The food absolutely turned out great and I heard nothing but praise from my guests regarding the food that was served. The one thing about this venue is that it is VERY EXPENSIVE. Just for the venue and the food it was about 95 dollars a person that is with a discount for booking on a Friday and when the venue was trying to fill dates so they offered an additional incentive by lowering the price of the cost of the meals per person. Looking back, I had such an excellent experience with the venue that I would gladly pay it again to have the quality reception that we did have at Enchanted!

n portion. Throughout the event guests can go through the house, which has lots of interesting murals and things for to look at. The best part is the beautiful landscaping and outdoors, there are so many great spots for pictures and a beautiful backdrop for a ceremony. We were set to get married outside, but it was raining all day- we switched from outside to inside several times and were lucky enough to be able to do it outside. The staff was amazing through all of this and did an unbelievable job from start to finish. Katie was our coordinator and she was outstanding. Katie went above and beyond in so many ways! By the end of the night, everybody knew her because she was always there taking care of everything, she really made the whole experience come together smoothly and was such a sweetheart. The food was outstanding, we had the opportunity to meet the chef a few times and she really is very talented. We had steak and shrimp and I have gotten so many compliments on the food- I have literally had multiple people tell me it was not only the best food they have ever had at a wedding, but that it was the best steak they have ever had! The cake was included in the price (they use Creative Cakes) and again I have had so many compliments on the cake, which people rarely even eat- and was just another detail Narnia took care of. Seriously, could not have asked for a nicer and more helpful staff. Raven (another coordinator) was extremely helpful pre-wedding, Katie was the best from booking the wedding until the very end and the rest of the staff was just great. My family stayed after to clear up everything and the staff was helpful even then when the wedding was over. I cannot tell you how many messages I have gotten and how many people have told me it was the best wedding and venue (and I just got back from my honeymoon so I haven't even seen anyone yet!) We got so many compliments on the grounds, the house, the food, basically on all the things that matter1 It was the dream venue and made our wedding day better than I could have ever imagined. If you want to have a really unique venue that you can have a beautiful outdoor ceremony at I would highly recommend the Narnia/Enchanted Estates, you and your guests will not be disappointed in any aspect of your special day! Thanks Narnia/Enchanted Estates for everything!

n in preparing for my wedding and she was amazing. She returned phone calls and emails promptly and was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions and concerns. On the day of my wedding everything was flawless. Raven was there to help in making sure everything ran smoothly, in addition to their attentive staff who helped in ensuring that my wedding day was exactly what I had always dreamed of. I cannot say enough good things about this venue. Anybody looking for a wedding venue that is out of the norm should definitely consider The Enchanted Estate.

so nice to be the only wedding at the venue and have the staff's full attention. Plus the landscaping makes for beautiful pictures!