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We Booked Our Wedding Venue!

January 21, 2016 By Amanda 15 Comments

Villa Siena

It’s actually happening.  I’m going to be a wife!  The future Mrs. Genovese, to be exact! (And I seriously can’t wait to change my last name).  The time between the proposal and booking of a venue has been very short, but we’re less than a year out from the wedding.  Matt and I didn’t have much of a choice because we wanted to get married whenever my baby brother would be home on leave from the Army.  Originally we chose 12/30/16 but the venue we wanted was booked that day, so we went with the 29th instead.  So……we did it!  We put down the deposit, signed a contract and we are rockin’ & rollin’.  Matt and I will become Mr. & Mrs. Genovese on 12/29/16 at Villa Siena!

Villa Siena is a mere 10 minutes from our house but when you’re inside it feels like you’re in a dream.  It’s so romantic and elegant – the most gorgeous wedding venue I’ve ever seen.  I never thought it’d be possibly to have the fairy tale wedding I’ve always dreamed of, but I am, and I’m eternally grateful.

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The front entrance.

The theme of our wedding will be “winter elegance.”  The venue is already so magnificent, that it doesn’t need many flowers or intense decor brought in.  I plan to have simple winter centerpieces on each reception table.  I’m thinking something with sparkly pine cones.  We will also have our choice of color petals in the fountain by our ceremony.  Matt and I haven’t decided on any other floral arrangements yet.

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Where we will have the ceremony.

The wedding will be around 50 people.  We wanted something more intimate so we could truly enjoy our time with everyone.  The venue package we chose has an amazing meal package, complete with butler-served h’orderves, salad, bread baskets, and a selection of a main course with side dishes.  We’ll have a cake tasting and design appointment in a few months.

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The room that our reception will be in.

What’s nice is that the ceremony is right next to the reception room so everyone can just walk indoors to start partying after Matt and I say our “I do’s.”  The ceremony will probably start around 4pm or so.  The weather should be nice but we’ll be renting heaters just in case.  Luckily the ceremony will be short, but our guests can always enjoy the outdoor ceremony area during the reception.

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Another view of the ceremony courtyard.

I will have access to a gorgeous bridal suite and Matt will have a groom’s suite.  Our guests will be able to sign our guest book at the grand entrance to Villa Siena.

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An indoor hallway.

Dogs ARE allowed at Villa Siena.  If they weren’t, we would not be getting married there.  It’s going to be the best day of my life.  I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with the most amazing man I’ve ever met.  (Holy crap – I’m already starting to cry! UGH!)

If you missed our proposal photos, here they are!

Villa Siena

*All photos courtesy of Villa Siena.*

Filed Under: Dog Friendly, Dog Mom, Events, Pet Parent Tagged With: ceremony, dog friendly, dog friendly wedding venues, Dog Mom, Dogs, Gilbert, marriage, reception, Villa Siena, wedding

Comments

  1. Cathy says

    January 21, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    That place is gorgeous! You’ll have to share your wedding photos with us. You are going to make a beautiful bride!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      January 21, 2016 at 3:36 pm

      Thank you so much Cathy <3 You will definitely be seeing lots of wedding photos when the time comes!

      Reply
  2. Scott Jenkins says

    January 21, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    That place is nothing short of beautiful from the pics! Enjoy the ride. It’s going to be a fun one from here until after the honeymoon.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      January 21, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you Scott!

      Reply
  3. Chelsey Drapaka says

    January 21, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Amanda, I am so beyond excited for you and Matt and especially for Wynston who will be your ring bearer and khloee and Mckenzie as your flower girls.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      January 21, 2016 at 9:36 pm

      Thanks so much Chelsey! I can’t wait to get all of my kids custom made outfits for the wedding! That’s one of the best parts for me 🙂 I appreciate your support throughout our life journey 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kristen–well minded says

    January 22, 2016 at 7:32 am

    You are really on top of it, lady! So happy for you. The venue is gorgeous.

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    • Amanda says

      January 22, 2016 at 10:09 am

      We didn’t have much choice because venues book out about 16 months in advance! I feel like we’re behind LOL!

      Reply
  5. Christina Berry | The Lazy Pit Bull says

    January 22, 2016 at 11:35 am

    It looks gorgeous! Congratulations!

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    • Amanda says

      January 22, 2016 at 4:28 pm

      Thank you Christina!!!!! I can’t wait for the big day!

      Reply
  6. Camille says

    January 23, 2016 at 8:33 pm

    Congratulations, Amanda!!! Villa Siena looks absolutely magical. What a perfect place to begin your journey together as husband and wife! 🙂

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      January 24, 2016 at 10:43 am

      It is magical! That’s a great way to describe it! 12/29 can’t come soon enough!

      Reply
  7. too much vitamin c says

    February 3, 2016 at 5:29 am

    I enjoy what you guys are up too. Such clever work and coverage!

    Keep up the amazing works guys I’ve added you guys to my blogroll.

    Reply
  8. Jessica Shipman | Beagles & Bargains says

    February 4, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    What a gorgeous venue!! I can’t wait to see how Wynston, Khloe, and McKenzie Rae fit into your wedding plans! 🙂

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      February 6, 2016 at 10:52 am

      Thank you Jessica!

      Reply

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