There are no words that can truly encapsulate how AMAZING this venue is. Not only in looks, but the communication and business end as well. From day 1, Pleasantdale Chateau has been on top of everything. I have not one complaint leading up to my wedding day. The beautiful grounds, the over-accommodation, the FOOD IS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS AND GORGEOUS TO LOOK AT. My guests still to this day talk about the amazing cocktail hour and say it was the best wedding they have ever attended. Fred and Santiago go above and beyond to make your day as perfect as it should be. I am a vendor in the wedding industry myself, and I have to say this is the top venue to work for. They truly know what they’re doing and how to go about their business. Any time I even thought of something I needed, the bridal attendants helping that day were right behind me with whatever I needed without even having to tell them. The hospitality here cannot be matched. The ceremony, reception, after party, rooms in the chat... Read moreeau for guests to stay, and the day after brunch… it’s unreal, SO SO magical. My husband and I are big foodies and this venue allowed our creativity to flow- we truly could not have been happier. We cannot wait to attend the De Ja Vu Event or another wedding here as a guest in the future. The Pleasantdale Chateau will always be our favorite place to be

Jaw drops and butterflies in your stomach the moment you walk in the French Chateau. The history, class, and unique, stunning architecture is supported by the most phenomenal professionals you’ll ever meet. My husband and I had to pinch ourselves! Pleasantdale was the first venue we visited and while we knew this was THE ONE, we wanted to keep searching. Big mistake. Our hearts brought us right back. Many have tried to duplicate this stunning chateau and nothing compares. Nothing ever will. We worked with Fred and instantly felt like family. Pleasantdale’ s philosophy is all around creating exceptional experiences for their brides and grooms and they far exceeded anything we could ever dream of. They will anticipate your every need! Outside of Fred’s amazing leadership, we were blessed with Santi, who led the night’s events perfectly. Our guests got to spent the night on-site and even the guestroom accommodations and experience was exceptional! I assure you. THE B... Read moreEST COCKTAIL HOUR. THE BEST CUISINE. THE MOST AMAZING SELFESS, CARING STAFF. Thank you Fred, Santi and team for making dreams come true. You have loyal partners for life! We love you.

If you want the perfect fairytale wedding, this is it! There is nothing else like it in the US. There simply isn't something better. From the impeccable service team, to the amazing food you will be wowed from the moment you enter the Pleasantdale Chateau. This place is the stuff of dreams, and I can't wait to one day visit again!

Words cannot begin to describe or express how amazing the Pleasantdale Chateau is!!!! I had my wedding here in December 2019 and we booked it in July 2018. We looked at multiple other venues before coming here and nothing in the NJ/NY area even came close to impressing us as much as the PDC did. It was an absolute no brainer to host our wedding reception here :) Where do I even begin with this review.... Pre-wedding: Fred (director of sales and catering) was the first person we met through our experience. He took us on a tour, walked through examples menus, pricing, and was our main point of contact until a month or so before the big day. He is absolutely amazing in every way. He answered all of our emails so quickly (and there were a lot!) and let us do our engagement shoot on the property. His main goal (as well as the entire staff) was to make our wedding day memorable and absolutely perfect...he went above and beyond in every way in achieving that goal. About a month ... Read morebefore our wedding, we met with Fred and Santiago (maitre d/point person day of) to go through every detail of our day including vendors, who was getting ready at the venue, overall flow and timing, menus, drinks, cake, favors, picture frames, and just about anything else you can think of including whether we wanted to use the PDC cake knife or our own. Yes, they think of every detail. I walked away from this meeting at ease knowing they would run the show on our wedding day. We didn't need a day of coordinator or wedding planner because PDC did all the work for us! P.S. - don't fret that there isn't a food or cake tasting. The food is INCREDIBLE. If it was a restaurant it would have Michelin stars... Day of: We both got ready at the venue and had pretty large groups with us. There was ample space to comfortably have ~15 girls and 15 guys get ready beforehand in each suite. Our day of attendants were also so amazing in the process of getting ready. Camilla helped hold my flowers during pictures, got my shoes on for me, and even helped me go to the bathroom during the cocktail hour. From starting makeup and hair at 830am to the after party in the early morning/breakfast the next morning, everything was flawless because of Fred, Santiago, the bridal attendants, the chefs, waiters/waitresses, and everyone else at the PDC. There were literally no hiccups...everyone says that things will go wrong on your wedding day but PDC made sure nothing did. Food/drinks: simply unbelievable that there was 5-star gourmet food from the cocktail hour through dessert. I've never had such amazing food at a wedding and I can 100% say no other wedding venue/caterer will beat the PDC chefs. My husband and I are huge foodies and have frequented multiple Michelin star restaurants across the globe so please believe me when I tell you that this food is top notch!!! What I loved most about picking the menu was that Fred and Santiago were so flexible in making sure we were happy with each dish. We were able to customize things just the way we wanted. All of the wine, beer, champagne, and liquor was top shelf as well. After party/breakfast: so nice that you can do both of these at the same location, the after party is a few rooms off from the ballroom so it's easy for guests to walk into. You have a choice of whatever after party food your heart desires....we went with wings, grilled cheeses, fries, and sliders. You would think you would be full after the elaborate cocktail hour/dinner/and dessert but everyone at the after party made room for more bar food :) The breakfast buffet is held in the petit chateau and was also amazing. Omelettes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, yogurt, cereal, breads/pastries, juice, coffee, tea, French toast. What a spread!!! All of our guests who stayed at the venue as well as many at the nearby Westminster hotel joined us for breakfast (probably ~100 ppl out of 250 at the wedding). Overnight rooms: we took advantage of using our bridal suite and our immediate family and entire bridal party stayed at the venue the night of as well. The rooms were all spacious, clean, elegant, and most importantly comfortable. So easy for guests to walk right out of the reception or after party to bed and then to breakfast the next morning. Overall: Every guest told us this was the best wedding they had ever been to and will likely ever be at. People were stunned by the amount and quality of food, beautiful rooms/atmosphere, and fantastic staff. If this isn't a testament to why you should book your wedding here asap I don't know what is. If you need a final thought, I'll leave you with this....our wedding was absolutely spectacular. The pleasantdale chateau made sure it was perfect down to every detail and truly made our day/night magical. You NEED to have your wedding here :) I just hope I can be a guest at a wedding here soon!!!!

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” I sing this song as I drive down Chestnut Street to Red Bank Catholic High School. I have been doing this with my daughter for three years now. “You have everything?” I ask as she reaches for the car door handle. “Uh huh,” she answers. She leans over and gives me a peck on the cheek. “Have a great day, Princess; make a difference!” I tell her and she is out the door. She is already going through the door by the time I can give her one of our little waves one last time. She is a junior now and this will be the last year I will drive her to school first thing in the morning. I think about that as she enters the school. “We have been doing this for years, Princess,” I tell myself while other cars and buses pull in. “Just you and I in the car on the way to school in the morning.” The old gray Volvo station wagon, the singing of chestnuts roasting, the hurried pecks on the cheek, the little waves. I rea... Read morelize that after this June, I will not be dropping you off at school and praying as you walk from the car. “Watch over her Lord. Keep her safe.” The same prayer I have prayed on thousands of mornings. When did you grow up? When did I start calling you Princess? That was years ago on the day that you were born and I held you in my arms and said, “Welcome, Princess.” It was also then that I began continuously thinking about all the milestones that you will experience in your life, in particular, your wedding day. I would think, “Would it be fit for a princess…a Disney princess?” That was my dream for you, a royal, fairytale wedding. My concern was could I make this a reality? Is there even such a place that could make this dream come true? I remember and think about these concerns and this dream as I am driving down Eagle Rock Avenue on a bright April morning in 2017. My daughter, now 30, is engaged to be married. We are yet again, visiting another possible venue. It was our eighth, I think. I lost track. All in the effort of achieving the dream. At this point, we have looked in all of New Jersey and even New York City and nothing had yet been able to inspire the vision, the dream, or us. As I drove through the beautiful gatehouse entrance at 757 Eagle Rock Avenue, I immediately became excited. This only intensified as I drove down the magnificent winding, scenic road of trees, bridges and lake property. I thought I was entering a royal castle. Then we pulled around the corner and were awe-inspired by the beautiful flower garden on our left and the magnificent estate on our right; an estate that I would call from that point onward, “The Castle.” I would come to love both. It was absolutely stunning. I looked at my pretty wife of 32 years and said, “Could this be the place?” And as beautiful as the grounds and the exterior of the Pleasantdale Chateau are, we had not yet experienced the best of it. We then walked into Pleasantdale for the first time to meet Mr. Fred Fogg, the Director of Pleasantdale. Let me first tell you, I wish everyone could experience walking into Pleasantdale Chateau for the first time. It was such an incredible awe-inspiring experience filled with so much character, beauty and fascination. It is a vision that I will never forget. Mr. Fogg took us on an amazing, very detailed tour of this simply breathtaking estate that lasted over an hour. He was incredibly patient in answering all of our questions and addressing our concerns. He did not know it at that point, but I had fallen head over heels in love with the property and the estate (AKA, “The Castle”) the moment I entered the exquisite entrance hall, and it had grown steadily throughout the tour. It had everything we had dreamed of for my daughter’s wedding. The best part? We still had not experienced the best of it yet. While Fred exemplified the utmost professionalism, knowledge and business acumen, I assure you it never once interrupted his genuine care for my daughter, her experience as a bride, and the integrity of the event and Pleasantdale Chateau. It was clear from the start that he and his team’s goal was to ensure the whole wedding process was unforgettable for my daughter, with a distinction that only Pleasantdale Chateau could provide. That is exactly what they did for the whole 18 months of her engagement. When Fred Fogg, Pleasantdale Chateau, and I came to terms and agreement and we booked it as our choice for the venue, both parties had responsibilities that we agreed to. Mine, of course, were financial, which were honored. Fred Fogg and team were to provide an absolutely incredible wedding for my daughter; one she would never forget. Fred Fogg and his team not only honored this, but they went multiple levels above and beyond to make my daughter’s wedding the fairytale wedding she always wanted and I could never have paid enough for this. It was priceless. The Chefs and the food at Pleasantdale Chateau are the crème-de-la-crème of venues and Michelin restaurants. It rivals any quality restaurant in this country but has a more upscale, decidedly genteel, atmosphere, reminiscent of an exclusive private dignitary event. Everything Pleasantdale Chateau offers says "quality," from the incredible Hospitality hour, the undisputed, fabulous, best cocktail hour imaginable, the finely planned dinner, the beautifully unique and unbelievable dessert offering, and the fine service. The foods are just amazing. As a cocktail hour, the herb crusted rack of lamb is perfection. The Roasted suckling pig is heavenly. The Sushi and Lobster stations are as good as they get. The Pasta stations and the Fresh Mozzarella station are to die for, and the Seafood station on ice will simply blow you away. As main courses, the Filet Mignon is one of the most delicious pieces of beef I've ever tasted. The side orders, such as Gruyere and Garlic Dauphinoise potatoes or Potato Gnocci with Pea Tendrils, are also excellent. And the wine list is exceptional. Just when you think you can't eat any more, Pleasantdale offers a range of special desserts, including unique twists on many that would make a French pastry chef swoon. This is the "real deal." It's truly worth saving up for. So, if you have not guessed by now, the real genuine secret at Pleasantdale Chateau, while it has awe-inspiring beauty, opulence, grandeur, and simply incredible food, it is the people that make this venue truly remarkable; it is the people at Pleasantdale that make all of the difference. The incredible chefs and staff that see to you and your guests’ every whim. And it all starts and ends with the Director of Operations and Head Maître D, Santiago Sevilla. I am here to tell you, personally, that not only is he the best wedding director, but he is also an incredible person. My family was so blessed to have him as a part of and leading this special event in our lives. As Elvis Presley was born to sing, Santiago was born to provide couples the grandest wedding experience one could provide. His commitment to the couple, the families, and most importantly, the guests, is incomparable, unparalleled and indescribable. The only way to truly comprehend this dedication is to actually experience it. Therefore, if your daughter or your son is getting married, I recommend you visit Pleasantdale Chateau and have the experience of a lifetime. The experience Fred, Santiago and the full staff at Pleasantdale Chateau burned into my family memory will last forever and there is no cost that could match that. Thank you Fred, Santiago, Dawn, Christine, Rich, Camilla, Aaliyah, Lesly, the incredible chefs, and the whole gang for making my dream and my daughter’s fairytale wedding come true, as only Pleasantdale Chateau can do. All the best, Peter Chacanias

Direct copy of the thank you email we sent Pleasantdale...enjoy. Words can't truly express how thankful and grateful we are for all of you helping make our wedding weekend everything we dreamed of and more. From the momentous day of saying "yes" to PDC with Fred, to the barrage of email questions and requests from Laura and me over the 18 months, to the Finals meeting with Fred and Santiago, to the drop-off appointment with Dawn and Marta, to the actual wedding...it was all so perfect. To make this email easier to read, I'm going chronologically ;) Venue We probably heard this about 50 times from our friends and family..."Oh my god, as we drove down the driveway looking for the place, and made the turn to the front, our jaws dropped when we saw the grounds and chateau for the first time. It was one of the most beautiful venues we've ever been to." We tend to agree :) The weather was extremely cooperative and the day could not have been better for the ceremony to our pictures. I... Read moret was the perfect setting for our fairytale. Pre-Wedding Saturday went off so smoothly. The game room was 10x better than I remember and Laura said that the balcony and entire bridal suite was amazing as she and her bridesmaids got ready. Camila and Vee were the undercover MVP's of the day. As I told Santiago, he's got a special one in Vee. The hospitality and service that she showed throughout the day was incredible. There was one time while we were in the middle of the dance floor and I was about to say to Laura "I think your bustle fell out and it's dragging." I swear to you, before I could open my mouth, I see Vee, on the floor on her knees, pinning Laura's dress up. I couldn't believe it! She was absolutely amazing and we so enjoyed getting to know her. Wedding Starting with the rehearsal, we had numerous bridesmaids and groomsmen ask us, "Is Santiago a comedian on the side?" For something that can be confusing with bad directions and boring, our rehearsal was fun, hilarious, and only got everyone more excited about the actual ceremony. After the ceremony, Laura and I walked back up the aisle and saw Santiago dancing at the top of the steps, so of course we danced right back. Then, he led us to see the amazing Cinderella castle in the cocktail hall and upstairs we went to bustle Laura's dress. The setup of cocktail hour food was incredible and we have not heard the end of it from our guests! Here are some more of our memories and little details that the team executed to perfection: Santiago orchestrating the longest hora ever like a boss with the chairs and PDC staff helping life them up! Vee asking us before our entrance what we wanted for dinner, Laura said "some sushi from cocktail hour" and Santiago literally brings out a sushi boat for the sweetheart table. Our jaws dropped and I honestly started laughing at how amazing this was (went a looong way with family and wedding party). Vee and Camila appearing by our sides with waterbottles throughout the reception to keep us hydrated Vee and Camila bringing us up to our suite at the end of the reception to drop off the envelopes and surprising us with a wild dessert spread with our hashtag and a bottle of Veuve with several mini water bottles. We were blown away! The staff working the afterparty was unreal! We knew it was going to be fun, but it truly exceeded our expectations. I had a feeling we were going to party past 2am, and at that time, I sent my brother to the bar and the staff left out some beer and tequila which kept the party going. Amazing. The overall organization of the weekend and knowing where everything was (bouquets, top of the cake, etc). Thank you so much to the entire PDC team for being such an integral part of our wedding...we will never forget it.

Words can’t explain how magical and amazing this place is. After seeing several venues, we thought it would be impossible to find 1) beautiful venue 2) great food 3) kind and attentive staff, until we met Fred and team at Pleasantdale Chateau. The venue is breathtakingly beautiful; we didn’t need to go anywhere else for photos. There were several places inside and outside for breathtaking photos. Months later, people are STILL talking about how amazing the food is. We don’t even know where to begin with the staff. Such incredible people who treated our wedding like we are family. Santiago, our Maitre D, was personable, funny, and took care of all the details of the day. Marta made sure everything was organized and even helped us the morning after our wedding to collect our stuff. The bridal attendants, Jessica and Jennifer, bent over backwards for us. Jessica first noticed I was getting over heated after taking photos outside and immediately got cold towels to put on me. They got... Read more my shoes when I couldn’t walk anymore. They located the marriage certificate when I forgot it on the way to church. I could keep going on and on about how amazing they are!!! We are so happy that we had our wedding at Pleasantdale Chateau. It was an incredible experience.

We got married at Pleasantdale Chateau in August. Let me start by saying “wow”! From the beginning of our search, we knew this was going to be great, because everywhere I looked, I could only find/hear good things about this place (even from people that work for other venues), so we had really high expectations. From the first meeting with Fred to the very end (the morning after our wedding), Pleasantdale Chateau exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Thank you, Fred, Santiago and everyone else who made our day perfect! The place was gorgeous (we went for our tour in the winter, it was really nice, but when we went back close to the wedding date, it was absolutely stunning!); service was amazing, and the food, omg, was insane in terms of both quantity and quality (guests were definitely wow-ed, many of them said it’s the best they’ve ever had, which we were very glad to hear, because food was the most important factor to us when picking our venue). My only regret was, we... Read more did not get to enjoy a lot of the amazing food (too busy and excited), I wish we had asked for a to-go box for later that night or even the next day. Anyway, if it is in your budget, look no further, you’re getting the best of the best!

My husband and I got married a month ago (8/24/19) at Pleasantdale Chateau and it was like a fairy tale. We had the time of our lives and the venue is magical. Fred Fogg and Santiago really do everything in their power to make sure you have the most beautiful and stress free wedding day. From the day we booked our wedding date, everything was PERFECT. Everyone was quick to respond to questions and emails. Their attention to detail is impeccable. The service we received was out of this world. The whole event ran like a well-oiled machine. The food was outstanding and over the top (in a good way), the venue is insanely gorgeous, and the hospitality cannot be beaten. Our guests had a fabulous time and still can't stop talking about how amazing everything was from the elaborate cocktail hour to the beautiful grounds to the spectacular ballroom. Our ceremony was outside and it was magnificent. The after party was a perfect way to end a night that we wanted to last forever. Our farewell brun... Read morech was also phenomenal. The 30 on-sight rooms are to die for and really make your guests feel like they're on a vacation rather than at a wedding. Fred and his team truly do everything in their power to make your day magnificent and it was much appreciated. We wish we could relive our wedding every weekend! We can't wait to return to Pleasantdale for the Deja vu event in the winter and hopefully for another wedding in the near future. You CANNOT go wrong with this venue, I promise you.

When looking for a venue, we must have toured at least 15+ venues throughout New Jersey until we came across this one. Once we toured it, we were all in agreement that this was the one! Having seen plenty of golf clubs, ballrooms, as well as another chateau or two chateau - there was something authentic about Pleasantdale. There was a sense of history and warmth at this venue versus the many other stark, white venues I came across. There were other venues that tried to offer this same appeal, but come no where close. Throughout the grounds you find unique architecture that cannot even be compared to usual, mundane ballrooms! Such a beautiful property added an element of decor that no florist or decorator could provide. Beautiful grounds aside, the team at Pleasantdale was incredible. Both Fred and Santiago worked with us to create a day that would be unique and special to us. They were on top of every detail. They made our wedding seamless without any hiccups. All our guests still ... Read morerave about the cocktail hour and food! Their catering team was excellent. They decorated our wedding cake to our liking with just a couple photos off Pinterest - there wasn’t even a question of what was or wasn’t feasible. They even coordinated an amazing after party for us without us even having to worry about a single detail! This venue is truly a gem hidden away in New Jersey! You cannot go wrong with Pleasantdale and its team!

Words can’t describe how magical our wedding day was at the Pleasantdale Chateau. From the moment you drive onto the grounds, you are taken back by all the beauty around you. The day my husband and I went to go look at the Pleasantdale, we met with Fred. He was so friendly from the start, wanting to get to know you as a couple. Also, you could tell how passionate he is about his job and wanting to make you the most happy bride and groom. He takes his time to show you the whole Chateau and the grounds, answering any questions you need. He is quick to answer any emails or phone calls anytime of the day. There is no question that you should hesitate to ask because Fred will do anything to make sure you get things the things you envision on your wedding. One example is, my husband and I got married on the 4th of July and I wanted the desserts to have be American themed and he made it happen! During our planning meeting a month before our wedding we met Santiago, the Maitre’d. Right... Read more off the bat he makes you feel like you are his best friend! During the meeting he got to know us and our love for our dogs. He made sure that our dogs could be apart of our day. Santiago makes everything effortless. You have nothing to worry about with the day being in his hands. He loves what he does and will make sure everything goes smoothly. On our wedding day, he was right there whenever you needed something (even when you didn’t even realize you needed something). We wish he could have been an official guest at our wedding, that is how much we got along and enjoyed his company! The rest of the staff such as Dawn and the bridal attendants were awesome from the start. The service is top of the line. The food is incredible and the atmosphere is breathtaking. Our friends and family won’t stop talking about the wonderful experience they had being a wedding guest. Even some of our older guests who have been to more weddings than they can count said it was the best wedding they have attended. The Pleasantdale staff makes you feel like family. Having a wedding at the Pleasantdale Chateau is a dream come true!

We just had our wedding at Pleasantdale Chateau and it was one of the best days of our lives. My husband and I live in NYC and when we were looking at wedding venues, we specifically wanted a place that was highly unique, with beautiful grounds and outdoor charm. We visited a total of 21 venues in New Jersey and Long Island and we fell in love with Pleasantdale Chateau on our first visit. The venue is so gorgeous, with the outdoor areas that include the little creek and bridge. The inside is even more beautiful, with each room having its own unique vibe and charm. I especially loved the greenhouse, music room, blue room, and the ballroom. The only thing that's more amazing than the venue itself is the staff that works so hard to make the Pleasantdale experience a spectacular one. When it comes to weddings and wedding planning, it's the little details that really count and Pleasantdale really gets things right. The staff members went above and beyond to accommodate all our requests a... Read morend answer all our questions in a timely manner. Every person we interacted with was the consummate professional - knowledgeable, kind, patient, and sincere. To Fred, Santiago, Dawn, Marta, Christine, Camila, Leslie, and many others, you are all amazing and we can't thank you enough for making our big day so special and wonderful. In addition to the Pleasantdale staff, the preferred vendors we worked with were just as wonderful! We used Pleasantdale's preferred photographer, videographer, DJ and musician, florist, lighting designer, and transportation vendor and everyone was so professional and kind. They are true experts in their fields and complement Pleasantdale so well. Pleasantdale has truly assembled an amazing team of preferred vendors and this goes to show how much they care about the overall holistic experience for its couples. In terms of the actual wedding experience, our guests raved about how beautiful the venue was and how amazing the food was. The cocktail hour was insane and people were blown away by how much food there was and how everything tasted so delicious. Many of our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever attended and the best food they had ever had at a wedding. It was worth every penny we paid and I would recommend this venue a million times and more to couples looking to get married. Pleasantdale has set the bar so high in terms of weddings, for us and our guests. We are so appreciative for everything you've done for us. Thank you so much!!!

My husband and I had our wedding at Pleasantdale a few weeks ago. The calls from our guests have been endless. The food was phenomenal and the service was impeccable. My husband and I had our eyes set on a different venue when we were deciding where to get married, but were supposed to have our appointment the day after visiting Pleasantdale. We never made it there. When we walked into Pleasantdale it just took our breath away. We knew it was our place. Every room has a different feel and style to it, and combined, the chateau is just exquisite. It was exactly the vibe we were looking for and struggled to find elsewhere. Fred was fantastic, accommodating, a true professional. Everything we asked for he made happen. He genuinely wanted to make us the happiest bride and groom. Working with Pleasantdale was seamless. Fred advised us on vendors, menu selection, and all the little details along the way. He was always available and eager to help in any way possible. Last... Read more, but not least, Santiago. Oh my, there are not enough words to describe this literal angel. Santiago is the true star of Pleasantdale. When we first met at our menu meeting I knew I was going to love this man. He was on top of EVERYTHING and even though we had a planner, he was invaluable. On the day of the wedding he made everything seamless, and every time I turned my head he was by my side to help with anything and everything. What I'm most grateful for is how he helped with my elderly grandparents. He was there to assist them and ensured that we didn't have to stress about them. Santiago, you are a rare gem. Lastly, I should mention the access you are given to the Chateau. My close family members and friends spent the night with us at the beautiful Chateau and had a delicious breakfast there the next morning. It just kept the wonderful experience going and is not something you get with every venue. All in all, I can't imagine that there is another wedding venue that compares to Pleasantdale. The food (so much food), the service, the ambiance, the attentiveness is simply unparalleled. Honestly, all of our wedding dreams came true here. PS - We are still getting calls from all our friends and family about the truffle mac and cheese from the mac and cheese station at the afterparty!

To say our wedding at the Pleasantdale Chateau was a fairytale is an understatement. We had read many raving reviews beforehand, so our expectations were extremely high, but somehow they still managed to completely exceed our expectations. We visited nearly a dozen places first (even Manhattan’s finest venues) but once we stepped foot on the grounds of the Pleasantdale Chateau my fiance and I looked at each other, and we both knew this was the place for us. The grounds, the decor, the architecture, and the character are all equally beautiful, intricate, and impeccable. There simply is no other place like the Pleasantdale. Many other venues felt impersonal, run of the mill, and cookie cutter, but here, they cater and personalize the wedding JUST FOR YOU! Our families are very old school Italian, so we had very specific food requests and high expectations on taste and presentation, and the Pleasantdale “italianized” our wedding to meet our high Italian food standards. As amazin... Read moreg as the venue, the grounds and the food were, we both agreed that wasn't even the best part about selecting the Pleasantdale Chateau... it’s the staff. The staff goes absolutely above and beyond to make sure the weeks leading up to your wedding and the actual day are as completely stress free as possible. People thought we had a wedding planner, but we just had the Pleasantdale staff to thank :) Fred pushed the standards to ensuring our cocktail hour, dinner menu, and after party food were top notch and unlike any other wedding. Santiago made sure the day ran perfectly and flawlessly. You don't realize all the behind the scenes that goes into executing a massive wedding, but Santiago tackles it all, and doesn't let you down. He even gave the shirt off his back to one of our grandparents when he stained his shirt. And our bridal and groom attendants (shout out to Vera and Jennifer) who were 3 steps ahead of us! They literally changed our shoes for us when we had a sneaker change (as we were eating our dinner). And our bridal party actually got to enjoy themselves and didn’t have to worry about anything because our attendants were so accommodating. A wedding is a special day, a once in a lifetime event. You want to find the venue that will make it special for you, and that’s why our venue search was over the moment we discovered the Pleasantdale Chateau. We truly had the fairytale, storybook wedding that little girls dream about when there’s not a care in the world. How did we get so lucky?! Our guests are still talking about our wedding a month later and saying it’s the best wedding they've ever been too. Some even said it was better than their own!