Love Letters

I just wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks for everything you and your team did to make our wedding day so perfect. Your organization, professionalism, and attention to detail truly made the day run smoothly, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

We wanted to compliment Kristi and the bridal attendants for taking extra special care of us in the bridal suite, anticipating needs (anytime we asked for something, they pulled it out of her fanny pack right away!), for having the food set up and beverages chilled for both breakfast and lunch, and to Kristi for her attentiveness to the parents and for making sure we enjoyed the cocktail hour and dinner. They really helped to ensure we didn’t miss any special moments. One of the bridal attendants even held my nephew to keep him calm before walking down the aisle. 

We have continued to receive compliments from guests on the professionalism of the Merri-Makers staff. People even complimented that the way they were serving food was noticeable. I’m sure you get that a lot, but we just wanted to point that out and let you know how grateful we are that they created a memorable experience for every single one of the guests. 

Overnight, LouAnn was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond, she also helped us pack our cars in the morning and coordinate the leftover flowers.

From coordinating all the vendors to ensuring that every little detail was just right, your efforts didn’t go unnoticed. We were able to relax and fully enjoy each moment knowing that you had everything under control.

Thank you again for being such an essential part of our special day. We’ll always remember how seamlessly everything came together, thanks to you!

The Ashford Estate felt like a venue out of a movie or a fairytale! Everything on the premises is sooo dreamy. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful the venue was! There are so many gorgeous spots for pictures, and all of the spaces – the cocktail hour space, ballroom, and library for the after party are stunning. The team was extremely helpful and patient with all our many questions – they were a total pleasure to work with. The food was delicious, especially the many cocktail hour spaces. Highly recommend!

Staff: We had our wedding / overnight on Friday, October 4th this past year and it was absolutely INCREDIBLE! I can’t say enough great things about the staff. All from the months leading up to the big day to the day itself, we were taken care of. It was such a big relief to me to know that the attention on all the little things was being expertly managed by the BIE team. (Mary, Nancy, and Frank especially!!!)
Our family often comments how they felt like royalty that day and appreciated the staff looking out for them (drinks, dedicated table at cocktail hour, etc). This could not mean more to me and i am so so grateful.

Food: OUT OF THIS WORLD! Everything could not have been better. From the private set-up in our bridal suite after the ceremony to the guests raving about the cocktail hour – everything was spectacular. People still even talk about the strolling desserts and cookies to-go.
Also wanted to mention that I appreciated the staff’s willingness to work with outside vendors and take care of all the handoffs/drop offs for us! Made it super easy for us to enjoy getting ready and the after party with loved ones.

Overall Experience: Could not recommend this venue and staff enough! We talk about how amazing our wedding was all the time and a big reason is because you all have it down to a science! One of the main reasons we chose Bonnet was because of the 10/10 service. Everything about our day was absolutely fantastic.

I’d been dreaming of getting married at Mallard since it was built and I was 10 years old. Our wedding in June 2024 there exceeded all of our dreams! Working with Mallard’s Wedding Coordinator Gianna from start to finish on the details of the day was a breeze and she has everything down to a science. The whole team at Mallard was incredible and professional. It is truly a well-oiled machine and no detail went unnoticed. Shout out to Gianna, Kristi, Jillian, Emily, and Nicole who were there the day of and made everyone, especially our wedding party and families, feel so special. We love how Mallard has everything you need for your wedding day – the exquisite bridal penthouse, boathouse chapel, indoor/outdoor space for cocktail hour and the after party, and the magical ballroom. We loved spending the night at Mallard with our wedding party overlooking the beautiful bay. We will forever be reliving the best day of our lives! Thank you for everything!

We wanted to thank you and your staff for making my wedding day the most beautiful and memorable day of my life! It was so perfect and I appreciate everyone’s hard work – from the moment the day started to the second we left, we felt taken care of. It was a special day and one to remember for the rest of my life!

Thank you again for all of your help throughout this process!

We are thrilled with Bonnet as a venue but especially the staff. Everything was preplanned so well.
The day went smoothly. The staff was professional and went above and beyond.

Good evening,

Robert and I just want to send our many thanks to the entire staff at Ashford. You were all such a pleasure to work with during our wedding planning process.

The day of the wedding the staff made us feel so relaxed and confident. We felt like royalty. We are grateful for the effort and commitment you put into our special day.

Many thanks,

Robert and Emily

Hi Laura,

I am still trying to find my words, but it’s a struggle.  I know you already know how amazing the Ashford is, so anything I could say is something you have likely already heard.  The guest feedback has been incredible – the food, the staff, the attention to detail.  The comment I heard the most is “I have never been to a wedding as incredible as this”.

So, in short, thank you!  To you, Megan, Justin, chef, the entire Merri-Makers team!  I am in tears reliving the most incredible day and wishing it only could have lasted longer.

All the best,

Heather

“The Ashford Estate was the perfect venue for our wedding!

From the beginning, their communication was incredibly responsive and attentive. They ran a full-service operation and helped coordinate our special day perfectly – their service was truly unmatched.

The space was absolutely stunning, and the food was incredible. The place felt grand, but they made it feel like our home for our celebration. We knew how great the staff was from working with them directly, but we also received so many compliments from our guests on how kind, organized, and attentive they were. They were flexible, professional, and so accommodating throughout the entire process.

They made our day so special, and we couldn’t recommend The Ashford Estate enough. If you’re considering it, this is your sign to book it – it’s the best venue ever!”

Amber & Dan