wonderful wedding reception
October 10, 2023
My husband Tim, and I had
absolutely wonderful wedding reception at the Laurel Ridge Country Club. Holly
Smith, the Director of Catering and Events, helped us through the entire
planning process. From catering menus to linen discussions, Holly always had a
smile and a willingness to help make our day as special as possible. She and
her assistant, Ariel, were kind, thoughtful, and professional each time we
spoke or met with them. Our great experience at the Laurel Ridge Country Club
is greatly due to Holly's facilitating and friendly professionalism. Ariel,
whom we met towards the end of our planning, was warm and pleasant as well.
Ariel helped ensure I had everything I needed in the bridal suite the day of my
wedding, and my friends and family enjoyed the food and champagne we ordered.
Venue: Tim and I loved the venue the moment we entered it. The stately large
windows exhibited rolling green golf-course hills, and trees that were both
calming and beautiful. The venue presented both a classy and rustic decor, with
a large fireplace on one end of the main hall, and an exit to a patio area on
the other. Although my husband and I chose the indoor venue, the outdoor venue
contained a covered area with a large fireplace with nearby lighted trees at
dusk. Our guests were welcome to this area as well.
Food: Our tasting was a fun culinary experience, and Holly met with us to
discuss our favorite options. We chose the parmesan crusted salmon and the
sirloin steak, which our guests loved. Since there were two children present at
the reception, the chefs made kid-friendly meals such as grilled cheese or
chicken tenders with fries.
Going the Extra Mile: We had our cake delivered for all the guests, but Tim and
I needed a last minute frosting for our own gluten-free cake due to unexpected
changes. Sarah, a staff member, helped frost a photo-worthy cake that was
prettier than I imagined. Holly and Ariel also helped with a smile and a
positive attitude throughout the reception evening.
LRCC Inn: The Country Club has four associated rooms across from the main courtyard.
Mandy was an excellent communicator and ensured that we had everything that we
needed from a borrowed iron and ironing board to a cooler. Each inn room opened
up to a connected outside porch with rocking chairs and a view of the country
club. Guests will enjoy the closeness to the LRCC entrance and the relaxing
atmosphere of the inn. The rooms were clean and inviting.
Overall, the Laurel Ridge Country Club has our highest recommendation for a
wedding venue as well as Holly Smith, the Events Coordinator. We look forward
to visiting during our one-year anniversary! ~ Jennifer, 9/23/23