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    Katie R. Sent on 11/04/2023
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    Wildly Wonderful

    The staff at Wilder are some of the nicest people in the business. Even though I changed my mind a lot and needed help figuring out details with my other vendors, they were there. The day of the wedding, the staff helped orchestrate everything flawlessly and provided me with great kindness before I walked down the aisle. I highly recommend booking Wilder for your wedding!!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Katie! We appreciate the review (and the super cute title of the review). Enjoy the holidays!
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    Ada Sent on 10/12/2023
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    my daughter's 10/6/23 Wilder wedding

    I'm the bride's mom. The bride chose this wedding site. The venue & gardens are beautiful. Meagan Dovidio & Peg Koch & the rest of the staff/crew were amazing. They were receptive to ideas ( the bride wanted to include her dog in ceremony) as well as made other wonderful suggestions. They were patient answering tons of questions. They were courteous and always helped with a big smile. They even offered to help set up decor on tables & mantles) according to our instructions. They also helped us take down & pack up decorations, even offering us to leave/store stuff there for pick-up another day. They were also a good resource for officiants, musicians, DJs, florists, caterers & bakeries. We ended up using vendors familiar with the mansion such as MyChef Catering & Blossoms & Branches Florist. We were happy with all of them. Wilder staff were extraordinary at the last minute when we had to change the ceremony to indoors due to rain & wind. We're in awe of their skills and quick action. We were very satisfied with how everything turned out. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Ada! It was a pleasure to host your daughter's wedding. Everything was beautiful, including the super sweet flower girl. Please be sure to stop by the next time you're in the area!
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    Dakota W. Sent on 10/06/2023
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    Wonderfully personal, beautiful and intimate venue

    Amanda and the rest of the events team helped make our wedding so perfect. The grounds are immaculately kept, with tightly pruned flowers trees and bushes lining every conceivable pathway on the property.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Dakota! We wish the best to you and Brie. It was a wonderful wedding and we appreciate that you chose us to host your special day!
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    Maggie Sent on 08/24/2023
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    Lovely venue

    We loved Wilder Mansion! We were hesitant about not having space for everyone in one room, but it turned out to be a great time that allowed guests to choose what they did with their night—chatting, playing games, or dancing. The night went beautifully!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Maggie! We were thrilled to host your event. Everything was beautiful. Be sure to send a few pictures when you have a moment.
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    Kayla J. Sent on 07/27/2023
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    Beautiful Ceremony Location

    Wilder Mansion was such a beautiful and wonderful place to have our ceremony. They have a really nice tent over the space, which was great for the sun and heat. We also took our photos there and just so beautiful! So many different spots to get photos. Our officiant even said this was one of the best venues he has been too. Meghan the Wilder coordinator is fantastic! Very responsive and made sure the day went so smoothly. Highly recommend wilder for a ceremony location.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Kayla! It was a wonderful day (although so, so hot!). You looked absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for choosing our venue for your big day!
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    Cynthia P. Sent on 06/28/2023
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    This delightful team will make your wedding dreams come true!

    We knew from the moment we met Meagan that this team was the best to work with here in Chicagoland!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Cynthia! It was a beautiful day, and it was wonderful to work with you both. Congrats again to you and Rodney!
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    Josie K. Sent on 06/22/2023
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    Wonderful Wedding Venue!

    This was such a good option for my small and intimate wedding! We did just the ceremony at the mansion and I was completely blown away by how helpful and considerate Meagan and her staff were. The mansion is totally beautiful by itself we felt there was no need for any extra décor. We had the whole mansion to ourselves in the morning and it was so perfect-- all the boys got ready together and there was enough space for the girls to get hair and makeup done in the upper level. We chose to do the ceremony outside in front of the fountain, but also had the inside as a back-up option which was such a relief! Meagan really knows what she is doing and was prepared for my every question and request! So thankful we were able to do it here. It was a an easy set-up, easy and beautiful ceremony, and an effortless cleanup. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for something all-in-one or even just a simple yet flawless ceremony!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks for the great review Josie! It was such a beautiful ceremony, and it was an honor to host your special day. Be sure to stop by whenever you're in the area!
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    Jennifer R. Sent on 04/20/2023
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    Excellent space

    The staff was amazing and very accommodating. We had severe weather during our event and they made sure we were informed. Amazing experience and beautiful space

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Jen! Congrats again. You were stunning, and I'm so happy you decided to get married at the Mansion. Be sure to come back and visit soon!
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    Jessi T. Sent on 09/06/2023
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    Book this venue – you will not regret it!

    WOW. Out of all of the vendors we worked with throughout our wedding journey, Wilder Mansion was hands down the best. Our main contact person was Meagan and she was lovely; very quick to respond, clear and the most kind. The days leading up to our wedding was so stress free and we were so confident we made the right decision going with them. We were late to our decor drop off and Meagan was so understanding. Our rehearsal was the day before with Peg and it went very smooth even with how many other things she had on her plate. Heather S., Heather U., and Janice helped us set up on the day of the event and they were truly the icing on top of the cake. They made for a perfect evening; helped with set up, tear down and were the most beautiful kind souls I have ever met.

    The venue itself is so beautiful that you don't need much decor. We had our ceremony in the gardens and the flowers were in full bloom and so well kept.

    I highly recommend the Wilder Mansion – you will not regret it.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Jessi! We all really appreciate your review. It was a beautiful wedding, and the photos look amazing. Please be sure to stop by the next time you're in town!
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    Charity W. Sent on 08/07/2022
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    The most PERFECT venue!

    Wilder Mansion was perfect for our wedding of 90 guests. It had everything we envisioned and more, including a gorgeous space for an outdoor ceremony, a bridal suite, and a gorgeous reception space. To top it all off, it is incredibly affordable. Meagan was our main contact and she was very accessible and accommodating to all our needs and offered us support in choosing vendors. Additionally, Meagan and the Wilder Mansion staff act as day-of coordinators ,taking out the need for us to hire one. Overall, this is a venue that I would definitely recommend!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you for the great review Charity! It was a pleasure working with you and your family over the past year, and I am so happy we were able to host your big day. Be sure to stop by in the future to say hi!
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    Taylor H. Sent on 07/11/2022
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    Would recommend a million times

    I would book Wilder Mansion a hundred times over. They were an amazing value for the venue you get. Everyone there was insanely helpful, especially Meagan and Peg. They made both the whole process and the day of amazing. I would 10000000% recommend having your wedding here

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Taylor! It was so great to work with you too. We wish you both the best and enjoy that honeymoon in the Bahamas!
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    Philip F. Sent on 06/24/2022
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    Great wedding venue

    Lovely venue inside and out. Great staff. Very attractive

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you for the great review Philip! It was a beautiful event and we wish the best for Rebecca and Andre!
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    Crystal Sent on 07/02/2022
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    Excellent beautiful amazing

    This staff the venue we’re totally amazing.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Crystal! It was so great to host your ceremony, and I was so happy to FINALLY meet you on your big day. Congrats again!
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    Ashley N. Sent on 04/29/2022
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    Bridgerton Come to Life

    Wilder Mansion made our dreams come true and our wedding felt like we were in the world of Bridgerton! Absolutely stunning and wish I could have a 2nd wedding, just so I can do it all over again here!!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Ashley! It was a beautiful event (your cake was stunning!). So happy you chose our venue. Be sure to stop by anytime.
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    Rosario G. Sent on 04/06/2022
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    Amazing! ⠹n

    Simply amazing!!!!! All of the staff were awesome and so helpful!!!! I recommend this for all couples getting married!!!!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Rosario and Stephanie! Congrats on your big day, and thanks for choosing Wilder Mansion to kickoff your new life together!
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    Andy W. Sent on 12/23/2021
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    The Perfect Venue

    This venue was perfect for our wedding. We fell in love with Wilder Mansion when we first toured. The cozy atmosphere and ability to have our ceremony and reception all in one place was exactly what we were looking for. Meagan was wonderful throughout all the ups and downs of planning a wedding during COVID. Lisa and Heather were also amazing helping us the day of making everything flow so smoothly.
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    Libby V. Sent on 12/31/2021
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    The Perfect Venue

    We hosted our wedding at the Wilder Mansion in October, and it was absolutely perfect! The venue is gorgeous and historical, with perfectly-kept grounds. We received so many compliments about our venue choice from our guests. The Wilder Mansion team was outstanding as well – Meagan, Peg, and Heather. Everything was ready to go the week before, and having Peg and Heather on site to help run the evening was wonderful; they did a perfect job and the evening went flawlessly. We would highly recommend booking your wedding at the Wilder Mansion!
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    Laurie Sent on 10/13/2021
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    Just as I hoped it would be!

    It was such a lovely event. Meagan and Peg were so helpful. Every question we had was followed with a timely response. And the Mansion and Gardens were stunningly beautiful in every way. The staff accommodated our special delivery requests prior to the event. Thank you!!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Laurie! Thank you for choosing Wilder Mansion. It was wonderful working with you and Russell this year. We wish you the best!
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    Caroline K. Sent on 05/20/2022
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    Would Absolutely Recommend the Wilder Mansion!

    Everything about the Wilder Mansion is amazing-- from the venue itself to the staff, my husband and I are so happy we chose it for our wedding! Everyone at the Wilder Mansion was super easy to work with, made the whole planning experience extremely simple, and were amazing the day of our wedding! All of our guests also loved that the venue felt very cozy but also had a ton of room for dancing, taking pictures, etc. Would definitely recommend the Wilder Mansion for any couple looking for a beautiful venue not too far from the city of Chicago!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Caroline! We were thrilled to host your ceremony and reception. Best of luck to you and Ted!
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    Abby S. Sent on 08/16/2021
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    Incredible team!

    Wilder Mansion in itself was the most beautiful venue we could have decided to choose, and the staff only added to our experience! They were all extremely responsive and accommodating when it came to meeting our vision for our reception.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks for the great review. It was wonderful working with you to make your special day perfect and we wish you the best!
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    Devon G. Sent on 09/08/2021
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    This is THE place to get married!

    Everything was perfect from start to finish! They had excellent communication the entire process, which was especially helpful since we had to postpone due to covid. Our main point of contact was Meagan and we are just so grateful to her and really every other staff member! We could tell that Meagan truly cared about our wedding. She helped us with literally anything we needed and never made us feel like a burden for asking for help. She really went above and beyond what I've seen other venues do. Her kindness and positive attitude really made a difference while we were setting everything up. She is probably the most organized and hard working person I've ever met. Without her there is no way our wedding would have been as perfect as it was. It's also just such a beautiful space! The mansion itself has so many beautiful ornate details, which they maintain very well. They whole space is breathtaking and our guests were raving about the venue weeks after the wedding! The outdoor garden was so beautiful too! The flowers were blooming and they had everything set up for us just right. I can't imagine getting married anywhere else!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you for such an amazing review Devon! You had a beautiful wedding (the flowers on the fireplace were GORGEOUS!), and it was a pleasure working with you and your team of helpers that entire day (including your mom, she's the best!). I hope you're well and please be sure to stop in the next time you're in town!
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    Mark-Caitlin S. Sent on 09/27/2020
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    25 personal wedding ceremony

    Meagan and her team did an outstanding job for our wedding ceremony on 9/19. We had a small 25 person event and they executed our vision wonderfully. They were able to accommodate our outdoor ceremony and the formal gardens were beautiful and well maintained.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thanks Mark and Caitlin! You two had the most beautiful September day. Thank you for choosing us to host your wedding ceremony.
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    Christine P. Sent on 06/12/2021
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    Unique Venue

    The minute I saw the mansion I knew it was perfect for our brunch wedding. The staff at the mansion, Megan and Peggy, we incredible to work with. I was able to call and book appointments to see the mansion whenever I needed it. I was always in the loop with Covid protocols. The day of the wedding was perfect. Megan and Peggy were for the entire wedding helping with decor, guests and making sure the day went smoothly. Our guests were blown away with the beauty of the venue. I know I will be back for another event soon. I highly highly recommend this place. The price is right and includes so much!
    *We also purchased a brick outside of the mansion to ensure the mansion is always apart of our lives. We can't wait to visit again soon!

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Christine- it was great to work with you and Peter over the past year. It was a beautiful day, and we're happy that you chose us! Looking forward to seeing you when you pop by to see your brick!
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    Monica I. Sent on 03/11/2021
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    Amazing from Start to Finish

    Being a Covid Bride has been nothing but an emotional roller coaster but Wilder Mansion made it easy to plan a safe and small wedding and ceremony. Both Peg and Meagan were wonderful- incredibly responsive and helpful prior to our wedding and day of. We were able to have the entire space for our special day and separate rooms allowed for different spaces, a welcome area, a ceremony area, bridal suite, and a small dessert area. Everyone felt safe and that there was plenty of room to keep distance from other guests. We did group photos in the back of the mansion as well as the greenhouse for some pictures perfect portraits. I highly recommend Wilder Mansion as everything was perfect and an amazing venue to host a wedding

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Monica for the great review! It was a pleasure to work with you during this crazy time. Also, the pictures are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your wonderful day. We wish you the best!
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    Rebecca A. Sent on 10/01/2020
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    Elegance in the Afternoon

    Wilder Mansion has everything you need for a memorable event. From the amazing Wilder Garden, where we had our wedding ceremony to the beautiful Wilder Mansion itself. The staff was wonderful & took care of everything. The whole event was flawless. I highly recommend having your wedding at Wilder Mansion. It truly was elegance in the afternoon.

    Wilder Mansion's reply:

    Thank you Becki for taking the time to write the review. It was a beautiful day, and I'm so thrilled we were able to work with you and Mary during this crazy time. Good luck in the future!
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