Fantastic Wedding Venue!
My husband and I got married at St. Charles Country Club (SCCC) in September 2023. From our first conversation with Carla, the onsite coordinator, we felt confident that this wedding venue would meet our expectations – and, looking back now, we are pleased to share that it ultimately exceeded them.
First, Carla is an absolute gem. She was knowledgeable, helpful, and communicative from the initial planning through the big day. Carla has been coordinating weddings at SCCC for many years, and her experience is truly invaluable. We felt comforted knowing we were in “good hands” throughout the entire process.
The space itself is functional and attractive. In the hallway where guests entered, we set out photos of ourselves and our families, our guest sign-in book, and the table assignments. The cocktail hour was held in a large room with high ceilings connected to a veranda overlooking the expansive golf course, which features tall trees and a charming creek. Our guests enjoyed being able to move between the indoors and outdoors all evening. The dining room was also spacious, and with one wall fully lined with windows, there was ample natural light before sunset.
Our only complaint about the space was that the bar was set-up in the cocktail hour room all evening, which meant that guests had to leave the dining room where the dancing was taking place to refresh their drinks. In some cases, guests lingered in the cocktail hour room or on the veranda, which was nice for those wanting a change of scenery or a break from the music, but not ideal for us as the bride and groom, as we would have preferred our guests not to be separated between two different spaces.
The décor in the space is more traditional than modern, but it did not feel worn or outdated. We wanted a more classic, elegant aesthetic, and we felt that the space accommodated that well. The final look was breathtakingly beautiful – especially because of the stunning floral arrangements. (As a side note, we used Carla’s floral company – Debi’s Designs – and would highly recommend them!)
The service throughout the event was outstanding. SCCC was well-staffed, and the servers were professional, polite, and attentive. As the bride and groom, we felt well taken care of. We even had our own personal attendant who brought us our signature cocktails and an appetizer plate as we were taking photos during the cocktail hour.
Last but not least, the food was incredible. The venue has a very talented in-house chef. Months later, we are still receiving compliments from people about how delicious the meal was! Many people have expressed that it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. We also appreciated that the venue was able to accommodate the various dietary needs and preferences of our guests.
Wedding venues are a significant portion of overall wedding expenses, and we felt that SCCC offered a fair price. The value we received was well worth the investment. The venue is also about much more than the space itself; it is also about the service provided throughout the planning process and on the big day. We are so grateful for Carla and her team for playing a huge role in helping us have the wedding of our dreams. We would highly recommend this wedding venue to other couples!