Monday, May 21, 2012
AshleysBrideGuide.com welcomes the Nashville City Club to our list of Nashville wedding resources. If you are not familiar with them as a wedding venue, you might be surprised to find that it is an all-inclusive, downtown wedding location for Nashville brides and grooms. We were!
A few years ago, I had the great fortune of attending a business event at The Nashville City Cub. What stood out the most during that visit was their exceptional food and service. Because they are an established, full-time restaurant, with an Executive Chef, food is their forte. Ironically, most brides that choose Nashville City Club for their wedding venue discover their incredible food after falling in love with the venue's stunning views.
If you are a city-loving bride and want your guests to experience a taste of Nashville's vibrant downtown, add the Nashville City Club to your list of reception locations to consider. Because they are all-inclusive, you can literally show up with your dress, groom, guests, and photographer. You can even have a small ceremony at the same location.
Whether you are interested in great food and city views or an all-inclusive venue that alleviates some of your stress, you can't really go wrong with the Nashville City Club.
Photo by Scoobie's Photographic Images
About Nashville City Club
Located: Downtown Nashville at 201 4th Avenue North, 20th Floor
Main Contact: Gina Manlove, Private Events Manager
Phone Number: 615-620-1327
Email Address: gina{at}nashvillecity.com
Follow us on Twitter: @nashvillecity
Become a Facebook fan: facebook.com/nashvillecityclub
Blog: nashvillecity.com/city-club-blog/
Website: nashvillecity.com
Can you give us an overview of your venue?
Enjoy the convenience of an all-inclusive venue paired with the luxury and personal service of a private club, all set against a backdrop of Nashville's twinkling city lights. With renowned culinary and event professionals, we can expertly craft an enticing variety of custom menu ideas that are sure to impress your guests. In addition, we will guide you through all aspects of event planning, while working with you to turn your affair into a truly extraordinary and memorable occasion. We invite you to come see why the Tennessean named the Nashville City Club the Best Place to Get Married AND the Best View of the City in 2011!
Photo by Scoobie's Photographic Images
How long have you been in business?
Since 1957
What is your motto/philosophy?
We have the same goal as you – to make sure you, your family and friends are taken care of from the moment they arrive in our lobby to the very last dance of the night.
What options does your venue offer?
Ceremony ~ Reception ~ Showers ~ Parties
What type of rooms are available? How many people can you accommodate?
The Nashville City Club houses five (5) banquet/meeting rooms, all with beautiful views of the downtown skyline. Our rooms range in capacity anywhere from 2 to 250, depending on the type of function and required set up. For weddings, we recommend between 150 - 200 guests.
Salmon lollipops! Can you say, unique and yum?! (Photo by Scoobie's Photographic Images)
How many events do you take per day?
One wedding per day. Clients may elect to do a full venue buyout (with ceremony and reception) to be the ONLY private event at the Club that evening.
Is outside catering allowed? Do you require couples to use a set list of caterers?
No, all catering is provided in house.
Is outside alcohol allowed?
No. All alcohol is served by our TABC certified staff.
Photo by Scoobie's Photographic Images
Is an on-site event coordinator available?
The Private Events Manager serves as your "wedding concierge" guiding the process from planning to execution. However, brides are welcome to bring in outside wedding planners if they would like additional planning assistance.
What is your pricing model?
Combo: Room Rental + Per Person Price.
Room rental is $950 for the ballroom and $1500 for a full venue buyout. Per person prices range from $90 - $130 per guest inclusive of food, beverage, service, taxes, and fees.
Which bride budget do you serve?
Moderate and Luxury
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Photo by Scoobie's Photographic Images
What attracts couples to your venue for their wedding? What are your key selling points?
Our venue offers all-inclusive catering and beverage packages, but we are not a hotel. We provide an ambiance that is elegant, but not stuffy, with an experienced staff to guide you through the planning process, but we are not pushy.
Located in the heart of downtown, we offer an exclusive and private space, within walking distance to area attractions, hotels, and Broadway (and we don't have high parking fees!). Our venue has simply the BEST views of downtown Nashville.
Photo on left by Bridgett Ezzard and photo on right by Scoobie's Photographic Images
ABG Notes: You really can rent a room for two! Pictured here is an anniversary table (celebrate where you were married!).
What makes your venue so unique from a service perspective?
Because we have a membership-driven culture, our attention is always on the needs of the client first and foremost. We also are well established in the Nashville community with a strong history of elevated service and cuisine.
What else should brides know about your venue?
We welcome non-member and outside groups to use our space. We also have a few coveted fall dates open - call us about November!
All uncredited photos by Nashville City Club
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
If you are recently engaged but have decided on a short engagement, or have been engaged for some time but have yet to find a venue for your summer wedding, now is the time to visit The Noah Liff Opera Center and take advantage of a special rate for select dates this summer.
According to Sarah Willard, their event manager, this contemporary venue is offering $500 off wedding packages (for new clients) for weddings that take place Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in July or Fridays in August!
The Noah Liff Opera Center is one of Nashville's newest and most stunning wedding locations. The rate applies to only a few dates that will fill fast, so if there is any interest, contact Sarah at 615-832-5242 for more details.
Photos: Matt Andrews Photography, Scoobie's Photographic Images, and Martin O'Connor
Photo left: Dove Wedding Photography. Photo right: Divine Images.
Photo: Gregory Byerline
ABG Notes: the opera room completely transforms thanks to beautiful lighting and draping. (Photo: Jonathon Campbell Photography)
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Husband and wife team, Brian and Kathy are co-owners and residents of Front Porch Farms. Kathy's grandparents were married 54 years and managed a variety of businesses, inventions, and projects. Her grandfather taught her to always give people more than they expect and believe me, she brings that philosophy to engaged Nashville couples with whom I've spoken. The venue is gorgeous but the service and dedication is also what makes brides teary when they speak of their experience with Front Porch Farms.
I admire their dedication to making their already incredible venue even better. Here are a few additions that will make your 2012 or 2013 wedding even more stunning, enjoyable for your guests and easier to plan!
Photo by Phindy Studios
Photo by Front Porch Farms
What's New at Front Porch Farms by Kathy Best
The outdoor fireplace is great for wedding day s'mores!
"Last summer, we added the outdoor fireplace. We keep the fireplace burning during the entire reception for an inviting hang, warmth on a cool night or a fun time roasting marshmallows and eating s'mores. In the warmer months, decorated with candles, flowers and string lights, it’s the perfect backdrop for a romantic nook, dessert and coffee display or cigar bar. It’s also a great kids area where parents can enjoy the reception while keeping an eye on the little ones nearby."
Photo by Jonathon Campbell Photography
Photo by Jonathon Campbell Photography
Space and parking makes it easier for guests and vendors
This winter, we extended our catering kitchen area, added more space for mingling around the pool during cocktails, built a privacy fence around the parking area, upgraded electricity, and built a new barn for the props, décor and rentals.
More delightful details
We stained the concrete a beautiful rich brown tone, completely remodeled the guest house, added more gorgeous landscaping, built benches, re-finished our church pews, and created some really cool props and DIY decor. Whew!
And there's more! Couples can choose from a professional lighting package, provided by Nashville Audio & Visual.
ABG Notes: Beautiful lanterns and lighting elements add an intimate feel to an open space. (Photo by Front Porch Farms)
Photo by Front Porch Farms
Photo by Front Porch Farms
Full Service - They'll take care of everything for you
Couples can enjoy roundtrip shuttle service from Nashville for their guests or any number of services to make their experience as memorable as possible – even skylanterns or fireworks! And did I mention the staff? We've got a great crew who set up, break down, clean up and all jobs in between. They have talent and experience and they love seeing guests enjoy the results of their hard work.
ABG Notes: Front Porch Farms' staff make sure everything is perfect just for you! Even if it means escorting you with umbrellas! (Photos by Red Letter Days)
Couples who get married at our home follow in our own foot steps and I'm proud of what we have created for them. Not only is it the perfect backdrop for a wedding but it’s a wonderful life full of love for our family. MORE than I could have ever dreamed of or planned for. I think my grandparents would be proud.
Picture by Front Porch Farms
If you would like to see more beautiful pictures from around Front Porch Farms of weddings and shoots they've done, visit FrontPorchFarmsTN.com. When you contact Kathy, please do not hesitate to let her know you heard about her on Ashley's Bride Guide!
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Monday, April 23, 2012
When it comes to Cedarwood weddings, the one thing you'll notice with each is an incredible theme, perfectly executed, from "Burlap and Bling," "French Classic," "Literary Love," and so on. It may look like a lot of work with all the props, flowers, stationery, and whatever else falls under the "rental" category, but it's not a lot of work for the bride and groom. Particularly when you have your wedding at Cedarwood, the rentals are included or if they do not have what you love, they work with you to find it.
Recently, Cedarwood had a Style Show where attendees were able to see, up close, just how awesome the Cedarwood design team can be when it comes to wedding decor.
Photo by Dove Wedding Photography
Because Cedarwood's design team are so comfortable and familiar with the venue, once you give them your ideas they know exactly where things can be placed to achieve your vision. As Linda Wright, owner of Cedarwood, explained, "Cedarwood owners come from an extensive wedding design background and they pour their passion for styling into creating the most magical events imaginable. The consistency in quality of Cedarwood weddings is apparent by looking through features on Cedarwood weddings. Everything is handled by the Cedarwood team, who are hands on throughout the entire process. They will take a bride’s ideas and turn them into a cohesive designer look for the wedding."
Photos by (left) Krista Lee Photography and (right) Dove Wedding Photography
Photos by Krista Lee Photography
Photos by Ace Photography
Cedarwood's designers have a pulse on what brides are seeking, which allows them to keep just the right inventory of enviable decorative props from milk glass to old jars in various colors to tin cans and china for you to use to your heart's content. This saves you the extra effort of searching for vintage objects if that's the look you're going for, and saves you some rental costs as well.
Linda: "Vintage rental companies are popping up to provide access to antique and vintage furniture and accessories so brides don’t have to invest for one time use. A great idea, but rentals still add cost to the overall budget. Cedarwood has a large inventory of décor that is available to our brides at no extra cost! Just ask for a tour of the Cedarwood props barn and let your imagination loose!"
Photo by Dove Wedding Photography
Cedarwood uses the term "up-cycling" where found, old objects are used to decorate for an authentically vintage look and feel. One man's trash is your beautiful wedding decor!
Photos by Krista Lee Photography
Cedarwood does a wonderful job caring for and tending to the grounds at the venue; the team knows the value of nature and the huge part it plays in what they do so it's only natural (pun not intended) that they are also eco-conscious with their design practices.
Linda: "Cedarwood offers several eco-friendly wedding options, including farm fresh flower bouquets, picked from the estate gardens or neighboring farms. To leave something green behind, a "Love Grows" flower or tree unity ceremony is a popular option. Cedarwood's naturally organic setting for both the ceremony and reception eliminates guest travel. Our limited plastics policy and recycling are inherent in all wedding celebrations. Locally-grown whole food reception options using organic produce, community supported agriculture are options at Cedarwood."
ABG Notes: Herbs are a great alternative to flowers that may have to be shipped.
Photos by (left) Krista Lee Photography and (right) Kristyn Hogan.
Click here to see more details and concepts from the Style Show and be prepared to be amazed. For more information on Cedarwood visit their website at CedarwoodWeddings.com.
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Tuesday, April 10, 2012
We know it's challenging to decide between venues where you will host your wedding. Every so often, we read bride comments (on Facebook and review sites) and reach out to venues to gather what we think are the top reasons brides love Nashville wedding venues.
After being available as an event space for barely a couple of years, Houston Station has proven to be a popular choice for special events and weddings. We've seen a few weddings there, some of us may have even attended some events in there. So what is it about Houston Staiton that makes it so popular with people? Here's what some of their brides had to say.
Photo: Joe Hendricks Photography
1) Great Staff and Support
Brides and grooms have found that their planning experience was made a lot easier with the help of Elizabeth of Houston Station, who go above and beyond to make sure everything is set for couples, and that from planning process to wedding day, everyone is stress-free.
"I am still hearing from friend and family how much they enjoyed the set up and atmosphere. The venue is gorgeous and I knew from the minute I walked in there that it was the venue I would pick. Elizabeth [event coordinator] is super professional and personable. I could not have asked for a better experience." - Ashlee, bride
2) No Hidden Costs
Hiring your own vendors can be daunting. Houston Station has a list of recommended vendors with whom they have good relationships but as long as your vendor is licensed/insured, you can use them at Houston Station at no extra cost. You will also not be charged corking fees when you bring in your own alcohol and Houston Station will even provide bar service for you. This open policy is something brides and grooms are so grateful for when it comes to planning because it makes things really easy for them.
3) Unique, Versatile Spaces
With bare brick walls and exposed beams, the main event area in Houston Station is a blank canvas for your vision. This next glowing review is from a mother of the bride who said, "The room with it's wood floors, open beams and brick walls looked fantastic with her vintage theme. However, any theme would look great in the room. It decorates very well and they have everything needed for caterers to set up." The main room has a kitchen and prep area right next to it so there's easy access for your caterers and you won't see them hauling big vats or trash bins through the hall to get where they're going.
Another bride said, "The space itself is gorgeous and very flexible; we were able to fit our vision for our party into this location with plenty of room to spare!"
4) "Bonus" Rooms with Personality - Notable Blends, Bride & Groom Suites
Speaking of "room to spare," Houston Station offers several spaces separate from the main event hall for various uses. One popular place is the coffee bar, Notable Blends. Said one mother of the bride, "We used the coffee room for a quiet spot for guests to go visit and watch the video of the bride and groom which was a big hit." (Review here.) When you rent the room for special events, coffee service comes with it and is served by coffee connoisseur and owner, Scott Davis.
The room can be used for cocktail hour while the main room is being flipped, and it's also a great space for more intimate occasions like showers and bridal brunches.
Nothing takes up more time than having to transport yourself and your wedding party from one place to another. The bridal and grooms suites are spacious, furnished rooms in which brides have gotten ready and that relieves them of another point of stress on the wedding day. Said one bride on the bonus rooms, "We were able to use the bride room to get ready and take pictures all day, so I was able to see some of the reception set up...it was flawless, beautiful, and I was completely stress free. Also, Scott with Noteable Blends is just the best. Our guests LOVED having the back room as a little coffee lounge."
Photo: Amber Beckham Photography
Photo: J.Henderson Studios
Photo: Matt Andrews Photography
Photo: Houston Station
ABG Notes: This gorgeous couch that sits in Notable Blends is a wonderful prop for photos! (Photo: Amber Beckham Photography)
Photo: Lane Photography
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ABG Notes: There are two huge television in the groom's suite which will keep the guys entertained. (Photo: Austin Gros)
ABG Notes: Huge windows bring in lots of natural light, perfect for when getting your makeup done. Houston Station provides furniture, garment racks, and mirrors. (Photo: Austin Gros)
Couples and even their families and guests love Houston Station for its gorgeous weddings and are quick to recommend it to others for the above reasons and more. To find out if they're perfect for you, visit their website here or give them a call about your wedding. Don't forget to tell them that we sent you!
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