Hi everyone,
I have been looking at ceremony sites and venues for almost a year now, and still cant seem to find one that fits all of my needs! We have about 12K to spend on everything for the ceremony and reception, including food, bar, taxes, decor, lighting, etc, so I am going to say we have about 10K for basic food/bar/rental spaces and service charge, because I know the decor and taxes will add up to be about another 2 grand.
We are going to have between 115-130 guests, summer 2015, and definitely want an outdoor ceremony in a nice garden somewhere, like park of roses. We do not want the ceremony to be more then 15 minutes or so from the venue, and ideally would like to have the two together (although I am finding that rather tough to do). We are hoping to find a venue that allows us to bring in our own alcohol too, with preferably an outdoor patio space for cocktail hour.
We are considering Fawcett Center and Waters Edge (formally four seasons), however I have priced both out at slightly over 12K and that does not include everything, so I think I may need to consider other options. I really like Cheers Chalet, but its just so far from the city.
Do any of you experienced wedding pros know anything at all that may be able to accommodate all these needs?
*As a side note, I am not interested in a shelter house, YMCA, or Clintonville women's club. I would consider Briggs boathouse, but people have mentioned how small it is, at only 80-100 guests, so that may not accommodate us. I am also trying to stick to the Columbus area, no bars that are over 25 minutes away from downtown. I am not really trying to do a rustic look, but I would love something on the water, glass windows, wood floors....that kind of thing. Darby house was perfect but priced at 17K for us:(
I really appreciate the feedback! Thank you!!