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small ceremony locations?

scooney90scooney90
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Hey guys,

FI and I finally decided we just want to do a small, intimate wedding with only like 30 people at the ceremony (it started turning into a circus with my family).  Any suggestions on places to hold a ceremony?  Were getting married in January.  Thanks!
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Re: small ceremony locations?

  • sms274sms274 member
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    edited December 2011
    I dont know what your budget is like but I really like Inspiridor (in Chandler) and it has a great intimate feel so I think it would be a good venue for a small party like that. Also I hear good things about the Japenes Friendship Garden. Secret Garden (north side of  South Mountain) may be a bit big, but always worth checking out :)
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  • sms274sms274 member
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    edited December 2011
    Oh! and try Regency Gardens and Stone Bridge manor - both in Mesa they have smaller areas on their properties that may work.
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  • NillaWafer10NillaWafer10 member
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    edited December 2011
    Also check out the Wright House.  They accommodate smaller numbers.

    http://www.thewrighthouse.com/
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  • sms274sms274 member
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    edited December 2011
    silly me! I meant the Wright House, not Regency Gardens, but Regency Gardens works too :)
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  • scooney90scooney90
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks guys!  We have a tiny budget, we opting to save for a house instead.  So I don't know if that limits any of the suggestions.
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  • LedZeppelinLedZeppelin member
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    edited December 2011
    This might be too expensive, I'm not sure, but The Compass Room at the Hyatt Regency.

    We looked into, but it was too small for our 100 guests, but I would think 30 guests would be really nice.
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  • NillaWafer10NillaWafer10 member
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    edited December 2011
    We had a couple of brides who found some great deals on their wedding venues.

    One got married at Portico in Gilbert and then had her reception at Serrano's Mexican Restaurant.  She had mentioned that their ceremony only price was pretty reasonable.

    The other got married at the Japanese Friendship Garden and then had her reception at Aunt Chilada's Mexican Restaurant. 

    I think a restaurant is a great option for a small guest list.  You can provide everyone with a full meal without breaking the bank. I still can't figure out why catering companies charge so much for their sub par food...
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  • laourslaours member
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    edited December 2011

    Hi!  I just got engaged last Saturday and we are looking for a small place as well.  50 at the most.  Thanks for posting this. These ideas help a lot. I live in GA so this is a bit challenging Smile

    Laura

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  • scooney90scooney90
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    edited December 2011
    We checked out Portico, Ashley Manor, and Inspiridor yesterday.  We LOOVED Portico and Ashley Manor.  We still are going to check out a few more places though.  Thanks for all the suggestions!

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  • julie_10414422julie_10414422
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    edited December 2011
    Royal Palms has a great spot for an under 50 wedding. However, I don't know their prices. It's really beautiful to photograph there! I have also heard that http://www.chapelonthefarm.com/ is a great place for small weddings. But I have not photographed or visited so I can't say anything from experience. 

    Good Luck!

    Julie Foskett
    Foskett Photography
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  • melissaalawrencemelissaalawrence
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    edited December 2011
    Check out Tlaquepaque in Sedona: http://tlaq.com/articles/chapel.html. The chapel seats up to 45. The rental fee is very reasonable... $450.We're having a small, family ceremony there next February and reserved the banquet room for the reception. However, it's probably cheaper to go to a restaurant, if your trying to cut costs.
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  • Marissa0717Marissa0717 member
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    edited December 2011
    Check out Tre Bella! I am a budget bride too (a very small budget) and Tre Bella has been a dream come true!
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