Below are just a few examples of cards and letters we receive from brides, their parents, and other clients, thanking us for making their occasion stress- and worry-free:

I wanted to let you know how wonderful my wedding day was at your home. Your staff was absolutely fabulous. Joyce and Kimberly were so calming that day - without being rude or demanding! And the grounds looked gorgeous. I am recommending Riverwood to anyone who asks. Thank you for your wonderful southern hospitality to me, Tommy and our family and friends! Kristen Williams 5/3/2008

Tnanks so much for making our wedding so unique and special. It was beyond our wildest imagination. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. You all did a fabulous job and we are truly grateful. Jason & Becky Harvey 4/19/2008

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for making our wedding the most perfect and glorious wedding I could have ever imagined. When I set out to look for venues, I hoped to find an outdoor venue that was reasonably priced and had an all-inclusive spot for the wedding and the ceremony. Because I was working full-time, in graduate school full-time, and knew I would be selling my house to move to my husband's home, I did not have a lot of time to spend planning the wedding. When I met with your staff, I knew right away we had found the perfect place. The professionalism and organization they showed made me feel comfortable. We booked everything right away and I didn't have to worry about a thing for months. When the time came for the wedding, I had graduated and sold my house. With those things out of the way, I wondered if I had spent enough time planning the wedding. Had I looked into the finer details? Would my guests feel comfortable? As I met with your staff, I realized that they had thought of everything. They walked me through the entire thing from beginning to end. They assured me that not only had everything been covered, but it was going to be fantastic. On the day of the wedding, I was blown away with how incredible the mansion and grounds looked. Since we had just broken a month of record 100 degree temperatures in August 2007, I thought things might be brown and dying. To my surprise, the grounds were thriving and looked amazing. Everything went so smoothly during that day. Time and time again, the thing that my guests still comment on six months later is how beautiful the facility was, how smoothly everything ran, and how incredibly professional the staff were. People still rave about our wedding and say it is by far one of the top they have ever attended. My sister-in-law, who has been in over a dozen weddings, says that it was hands-down the most relaxed and well-run weddings she has ever seen. Many of my friends commented that it was much more spectacular, enjoyable and well-run than their own weddings. Brian and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves every single moment of our special day, and we were able to do that due to the dedication of your incredible staff. I could have never imagined in my wildest dreams that a wedding could be so whimsical, fun, meaningful and memorable all at the same time. I truly cannot put into words how much that day meant to me, and it is all due to your beautiful facility and your staff. When we received our pictures from the photographer, I could not believe how amazing everything looked. It is hard to describe how well the pictures capture the beauty of your facility and the magic of the day. I never thought that wedding pictures could mean so much to me. When I started the wedding planning process, I had an attitude that weddings were days that people typically get overly excited about, spend too much money on and stress about too much. Now I know how memorable one day can be. I am forever indebted to your staff for providing me one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Their dedication and devotion to every bride is evident. They definitely go above and beyond what their job duties require. Thank you again, and I will be sure to recommend your site in the future. Leslie Meehan 9/2/2007

I don't think that a Thank You comes even close to the gratitude Jessica's dad and I have for all that you and your staff did to make her wedding day so extremely special. Our family and friends are still talking about the wedding. I'm still looking at the terrific pictures that Jason took and have to pinch myself. There were 2 consistent comments that came from everyone who attended and those that couldn't reviewed all the pictures.... It was so unbelievably beautiful and everyone looked like they were having the time of their lives! I couldn't agree more. In all the magic of that day I think that you were at the heart of it and with all your professionalism and charm -- even warding off the rain -- gave us perfection! The mansion is the most wonderful and special place and the staff is the same. Valerie Saft 6/3/2007.

We just wanted to say THANK YOU for making our wedding day the most incredible day of our lives. Everything was perfect and we heard so many great things from our family and friends who attended. We can honestly say that on our day, not a single thing went wrong and we don't have a single regret. Thank you for making everything so special. We will recommend you to our friends!! Jessi and Glenn Wallace 7/21/2007

Well -- All I can say is THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! April and I had a vision of our wedding day and you just NAILED it… Above and beyond the call of duty… Everything was just perfect! I couldn't have imagined a better group of people to have planned it... Everyone there is so good at what they do and you all will NEVER be forgotten!!! Thank you for all that you did -- It was beyond magical… and it was all made possible because of you!!! Daniel Gardner 5/16/2007

Thank you so much for all that you did to make our wedding a beautiful, memorable day! We've received so many compliments from guests and couldn't be happier about how everything turned out. We'll definitley recommend Riverwood to others!" Mitch & Amy Welty 9/29/06

"We cannot thank you enough for all you have done to make our wedding day so beautiful. Riverwood's planning allowed us to enjoy our day worry-free! Our families and friends fell in love with the Mansion and the gardens just as we had." Andrea & Shawn Womack 9/26/06"

"I just want to thank you for the beautiful wedding we had at Riverwood Mansion. Throughout the whole wedding and reception planning- right down to the ceremony, the staff did a wonderful job in keeping things organized! The mansion was also decorated so beautiful for the wedding. Thank you again for a memorable evening." The Carltons (Parents of the bride) 9/14/06

"Thank you everyone for everything you did to make our wedding day so wonderful. It is truly the most beautiful place I have ever seen. We couldn't have picked a better place." Jonathan & Rachel Van Dijk 6/2/06

"Thank you so very much for making our wedding day so warm and magical. We had so many compliments on everything." Sydney & Natalie Tolbert 5/16/06

"Words cannot express our sincere gratitude for everything that was done to make our wedding perfect. The hospitality, professionalism, & enthusiasm of the entire staff we received is no doubt a rarity in today's business world." Jenny & Joey Bellino 5/13/06

I just want to thank you for making Carrie & Jim's wedding such a wonderful experience. No matter what the problem, someone was always there with a solution. The mansion and grounds were lovely. The food was delicious! It was all we could have asked for." Debbie Watson, Mother of the Bride 4/30/06

"I just wanted to send you a quick note to thank you for all you did for our wedding. We've had endless compliments of the day - - in large part because it all was so well executed. The day wouldn't have been as nearly successful without your guidance, poise and hard work. Both Brandon and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We've begun to receive some of the wedding photos. We'll send you some, if you'd like. Please let Joyce know that she, too, was a blessing. Her patience eased my anxiety and her willingness and ability to right all "wrongs" did not go unnoticed. She was amazing. Kathy and Brandon Eiff. 2/8/06"

"THANK YOU so much for all you did in putting together Clay and Rochelle’s wedding on Sunday, April 23, at 10:30 a.m! The day was a dream come true for the families. Everything was perfect in creating a fairytale wedding. The garden and gazebo provided an enchanting setting. The mansion and pavilion were decorated beautifully, the food was outstanding, and the service and attention to detail by all of you are so greatly appreciated. We have had many guests express how beautiful the wedding was. I am highly recommending Riverwood to everyone I know who is planning a wedding! Sharon Cardin, Mother of the Groom 4/23/06"

"Thank you so much for this beautiful wedding that has been put together in seven weeks. I appreciate all your help, especially with all the stress in my life with our move to Florida. You have a beautiful Mansion, and wish everyone would have their wedding at Riverwood! Thank you so much! Leigh Ann Winters 11/27/2004"

"Words cannot express how thankful and grateful Rob and I were on the day of our wedding. All the girls stepped up to the plate and took control. As the bride, I was at peace knowing my wedding was in good hands. I pray blessings upon the business and for everyone involved. Sara & Rob McKelvey 11/7/04"

"Riverwood Mansion was the perfect setting for our wedding and reception. The rich fall colors on the trees set the stage for our wedding ceremony. The reception followed with light shinning from the stars above. We fell in love the the elegance of Riverwood and the staff. Every detail was taken care of. There are no words to describe the emotions Chris and I felt that day. From the moment we saw each other to the moment we exit the reception there was magic in the air. It was amazing. The whole day was special and filled with love and joy. Rachel and Chris LaRoy 10/3/2004"

"Nicole wanted her wedding to be a perfect fairy tale event. She decided that Riverwood Mansion was the perfect setting. The grounds were beautiful and the mansion gave the feeling of the 19th century elegance of the South. Everything ran smooth for the ceremony and the reception was a great celebration. Everyone dreams of the perfect wedding day, we really had ours! Nicole and Sal Twomley 10/2/2004"

"Thank you so much for all that you did to make our wedding everything we wanted. Everything ran so smoothly and our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We wanted to extend a heartfelt thanks for all your hard work, check-lists, tip-sheets, and great attitudes. I will always tell brides about Riverwood and the great experience we had - the memories will last a lifetime! -Allison & David Thompson 9/24/04"

"I cannot leave for my honeymoon without telling you how thankful our family's and Brent and I are for all you've done to make our wedding day such a wonderful event. You made it so easy for us to have fun and enjoy every minute of the evening. All of our friends and family felt so welcome and warm in the mansion. One of my friends said this place is a fairy tale and you sure made it feel that way. Several quests said it was the best kept secret in Nashville. I knew when Mrs. Ruth showed me the mansion and grounds that it was a special place, but it's the hands of the home that make it a fairy tale. Linda, Jackie, Joyce and Mrs. Ruth were the most gracious hostesses. Thank you for making our wedding day such a memorable event. We will always cherish our time spent at Riverwood. -Brent and Stephanie Erwin 9/3/04"

"I cannot express in words how thankful I am to you all for making my wedding day stressless, beautiful and magical. Everyone has expressed to me how lovely the mansion was and how delicious the food tasted. I wish I could re-live the whole day just to come to Riverwood again. You all will hold a special place in my heart. My most profound thanks! -Robin Boutillette 5/21/04"

"Brian and I cannot begin to thank you for all of your hard work and dedication during our wedding as well as through the planning process. Thank you for making our day so special. -Libby and Brian Spears"

"We want to thank you and your staff for all you did to make our wedding day absolutely perfect. Our families and guests were dazzled by the beauty of the mansion and by the graciousness of its lovely hostess. The day was all we had dreamed it could be and we will forever cherish the memories. Please thank your wonderful staff and caterer for being such a special part of our day. Riverwood is the Best! - Chris and Scott Phillips"

"WOW! Words simply do not express our pleasure with every detail of Gladys and Jeffs wedding. The Mansion is magnificent both inside and out. The staff is awesome - classy, helpful, thoughtful, friendly and thorough. We felt a little bit like we were in a fairy tale or dream. Our memories are splendid and will not quickly fade. - Jack and Sue Henry"

"WOW! What a wonderful wedding experience we had! June 29,2003 was an evening we will never forget. We knew Riverwood was the perfect place for us from the first glance at your website. We were drawn by the beautifully manicured grounds with the twinkling lights, the ambience of the old, southern mansion, and most definitely the promise that you would take care of the details. Your knowledge, guidence, and flexibility made it so easy to plan from 600 miles away. Adding a groomsman a week before the wedding could have been a major issue. It meant so much to us that my brother (who has been in and out of the hospital for months) was able to be involved without any discussion. You have no idea how wonderful it was to have him there, participating in the wedding with his name printed on the programs. For two people who dislike being the center of attention, you made both of us feel comfortable in every way possible. Your expertise reassured us that everything would flow smoothly, and because of that we were able to truly enjoy the evening. We are serious when we say our wedding was the best one we've ever attended! It is so obvious that you enjoy working with people. Many of our guests have commented on the feeling of love that was present among our families and friends. Riverwood makes that possible, being such an intimate place where closeness abounds and people can truly interact. Thank you so much for everything you did to help make our wedding wonderful. The food was incredible, as was the way you and the other vendors worked together. We will recommend Riverwood to other couples in Tennessee; ther's simply no better place to get married!" - Brian and Jennifer Little

"...we had a wonderful wedding due in large part to your expertise and experience. My guests loved the surroundings, describing the mansion as elegant yet welcoming so that they felt comfortable. It is really a beautiful setting, and you are to be commended for restoring the facility as you have. We were able to put on the elegant, yet intimate affair we envisioned.

Congratulations also on assembling a gracious and supportive staff. They exhibited all of the wonderful characteristics we northerners hear about southern hospitality. Joyce was observant, efficient and effective in managing the logistics involving the wedding party... and everyone including the parking attendant was friendly and helpful... I will certainly recommend your facility and services in the future." - T. Ella, Mother of the Bride

"Justed wanted to let you know how wonderful you and your staff were for Tammy's wedding... It is a joy to know you can rely on things to be perfect at a time when nerves run high...

Tammy and I both loved your expertise on handling every detail. From our first meeting to see Riverwood, to planning sessions, to the wedding day you kept us informed. Whenever we called with a challenge that had popped up, you always took care of it or helped us find a solution. By the time the wedding was over, I felt like we had taken wonderful memories but really missed the friendship that had formed.

When I am looking for someone who is looking for the perfect place I sing your praises high. The love you and your staff put into Riverwood comes shining through every time. Jackie, you are the best!" - Linda, Mother of the Bride

"Thank you so much for making Christian and Amber's wedding such a lovely success. I have sung your praises to everyone. Your help prior, and the day of the wedding made this event about as stress free as possible. I have had numerous calls telling me what a wonderful time they had and how beautiful." -Teresa Johnston July 18 2004

"Terry and I want to thank you so much for all you did for our wedding. You have a wonderful home and we thank you for letting it be ours for a day. You and your staff were there every step of the way to help us in any way possible and we greatly appreciate it. We made wonderful memories there and Riverwood will always hold a special place in our hearts. Our wedding day was perfect. You should be commended for all you do- you're wonderful!" - Terry and Melissa Bracken

"Thank you so much for everything! We really appreciate your patience and time. We wouldn't have dreamed of having our wedding anywhere else!" - Cody and Jennifer

"Our wedding day was perfect! The Mansion was so beautiful and romantic. We could not have asked for a more beautiful place to have our wedding." - Phillip and Ann

"(The bride) couldn't stop talking about what a wonderful experience it was and how much they were impressed by you... I tell everyone I meet who are planning a wedding about Riverwood. Your place is just awesome!" - Elaine Conklin, Preservation Specialist

"What a perfect 50th celebration and your help made it so. Thanks so much for all you did to make things run so smoothly. Everyone had a great time and loved the mansion. Hope to celebrate another occasion there in the future." - June and Jack

"You helped make our special day 'perfect.' You have been a delight to work with. I will highly recommend Riverwood to everyone. thanks again for all your knowledge and hospitality." - Sandra, Mother of the Bride

"Thank you so much for all of your time, help, and knowledge that you have given me while I have been planning my wedding. I will always be grateful for all that you've done!" - Cheryl

"(We) simply want to thank you all AGAIN for all you did to make our daughter's wedding so beautiful and peaceful. We are still getting phone calls and notes how GREAT everything was and the house was SO beautiful! Jackie, you have been a delight to work with." - David and Betty, Parents of the Bride

"How can I thank you enough?... It was absolutely perfect and more beautiful than I ever imagined. Thank you so very much for working so closely with Brett and me and for making sure that everything ran smoothly. We were able to truly enjoy our day because of your help." - Kerry

"Thanks for helping Eric and me make a dream come true for Casey. Riverwood was lovely -- and so were you and your staff." - Barbara, Mother of the Bride

"Thanks again for having such a wonderful place to have special memories." - Beverly, Mother of the Bride

"Thank you for all that you do for Nashville brides. It is always fun shooting (photographs) at Riverwood." - Jason Tucker, Photographer

"Jason and I just wanted to thank you and all the staff of Riverwood Mansion for helping to make our wedding reception such a success. It was a beautiful evening, one that we will never forget. Thank you for all of your help!" - Jodi Dudley

"Everyone was impressed at how we were able to put together something so beautiful and wonderful in such a short period of time. Our guests continually talk about the house, the professionalism of your staff and the unique style and elegance of our wedding. Our theme was 'Simple and Elegant'. Yet our wedding provided a sense of style, a unique and romantic setting that was also refined and elegant. You helped us to create a magical day for us as well as our guests that will be forever cherished. We will be forever grateful for all the wonderful and happy memories you have helped to create for us! Everything was wonderful! You are one of the best-kept secrets in Nashville." - Careasa and Wesley Greer

"Oh What a beautiful wedding Anne & Tod had at Riverwood on Saturday. Everything was just perfect. We could not have done it without you and your staff. They are surely the very best. Your advice and direction and knowledge was certainly invaluable to us." Suzie Robinson

"Thank you for everything you did to make our event go smoothly! I did not worry about a thing and I know you were there coordinating it all! I do appreciate the gift basket anad special "dinner for two" that you arranged for Alan and me. Several of our guests have commented on how efficient and professional your staff were." Leigh Anne Griffin

"Thank you so much for making my wedding day one of, well, actually, THE most beautiful day of my life! Under your thoughtful direction, all the elements came together into one seamless, beautiful experience. Your staff are wonderful. I smile so much every time I think back to our day. I am also grateful to your professionalism and warm demeanor in the planning stages. Tod and I would like to plant a tree at Riverwood - a dogwood." Anne DeBie

"I just wanted to let you know how very pleased we were with the wedding at Riverwood. We appreciate how you and your staff saw every detail taken care of in everyway. The mansion looked so beautiful as well as the grounds. Joyce was a wonderful director and we were all so blessed by you and your staff in making Alicia's wedding day a dream come true. Thanks for all your hard work and we happily recommend Riverwood to anyone! Jeff and Dawn Adcock."

"Thanks to you and everyone at Riverwood for the wonderful job you did on Nancy's wedding. Your garden is comparable to the ones we love to visit in England. It added an exceptional atmosphere to a great day. We've received only lavish compliments for our 'Southern Garden' wedding." Jonnie & Randy Phillips

"I can't imagine a more beautiful setting for Hubbell's wedding or one with less stress. You and your staff helped make the event truly memorable." Brenda Gardner

"Thank you so much for making our family celebration such a memorable occasion. It was so wonderful to be able to just relax and feel like a pampered quest. It was a wonderful night for Emily & John, and one I know they will never forget. Everything was beautiful and flawless. And you even packed up everything for us to take home! Fabulous service. We loved every minute." Debbie Binkley "Scotty and I wanted to simply thank you for all you did for our beautiful wedding. It was exactly what I had imagined it would be like. The staff made our day even more special by their kindness." Scotty and Lindsey West"