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I had my wedding at Villa Toscana on May 10, 2024, and unfortunately, the experience did not meet my expectations. The day was significantly impacted by issues that I felt could have been managed better. For example, my sisters had to help set up due to what I perceived as inadequate staffing. I observed only three staff members: my wedding coordinator, a bathroom attendant, and a security person who also drove me around in the provided carriage. There was ongoing construction at the venue, which I was not informed about in advance. The construction was visible to guests and appeared in our drone footage, which was disappointing and disheartening. When I inquired, management indicated it was not an emergency situation but part of efforts to improve the grounds. I requested what I thought was a reasonable 50% refund, which the manager verbally acknowledged as fair. However, the process took two months without resolution, and there was no written acknowledgment of this agreement, which felt unprofessional and frustrating to me. This experience has made me more cautious about how business interactions are documented. The venue differed from the tour; there was visible construction, dirt, and yellow caution tape. Promised features, like fireworks, were not provided, and instead, we were offered sparklers as an alternative. This was disappointing, as the fireworks were a key reason I chose the venue early on. Additionally, my DJ was not allowed to use his own equipment, which led to what I felt was subpar audio quality. The DJ company apologized, noting that neither of us was informed of this restriction until the day of the wedding. I also learned that the venue's preferred caterers, which we did not use, acknowledged using powdered Parmesan cheese and boxed mashed potatoes. This detail was concerning to me and something future couples might want to consider. This experience has been very stressful and upsetting. I hope to help other brides avoid similar issues. Key advice for future couples: 1. Download and keep the original contract to prevent any changes. 2. Get written confirmation that the venue will appear as it does during the tour on the day of your event. 3. Carefully consider your choice of venue to avoid potential issues. 4. Make sure to get everything discussed in writing and not only spoken over the phone. It is best to avoid phone calls and stick to emails so you have proof in case anything happens. I hope my experience helps others make an informed decision and avoid similar disappointments. I agree with the experience of Leslie M. She was spot on with everything she said and I wish I would have read her review before booking. 2022 to 2024 and trust me that you don't want the emotional trauma this place has caused her and I. You are a beautiful bride, and you deserve the best! I suggest you do not take the chance. I have lost sleep over it all, and hope you educate other girls out there.

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2 years ago

Great service all went very smoothly and impeccable service. From beginning till the end of the night even the fireworks

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2 years ago

Great to work with, It's a beautiful venue........,a must to visit for a private event.....enjoy.

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