Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens Reviews
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Quality of service 4.9 out of 5 rating
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Bailey B. Sent on 06/24/20245 out of 5 rating-
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The perfect wedding venue
My husband and I first went to Carmen's Country Inn and Gardens 2 years ago after getting engaged - it was the first venue we looked at and immediately fell in love. We didn't view any other venues because we knew it would be a waste of time - this place is perfect. The grounds are stunning and the inside of the venue is so lovely.
What made Carmens's stand out compared to other venues? The beautiful gardens - the groundskeeper does such a fantastic job. The flowers and plants were so beautiful - everything I dreamed of for a wedding location!
What was our biggest worry about the wedding day that Carmen's helped alleviate? Just making sure everything went well. Cathy ensured that our day was fantastic and alleviated the stress of watching the time and having to coordinate everything. I didn't look at a clock even once during the day and everything ran so smoothly.
A moment that we especially enjoyed while working with Carmen's: the entire was day was so perfect that I can't pull one specific moment that stood out more, so I'm going to bring it back to when we went to Carmen's bakery/deli to taste test food and pick our menu. This was such an emotional moment to try everything and finalize choices, and Cathy was there to walk us through everything and help us pick and personalize the menu. And the food was incredible. It was so hard to narrow everything down!
With this venue they offer so many services in one package - all we needed was to hire a DJ and a photographer. They cater their own food (they own a lovely deli/bakery in hazleton), made our wedding cake (which was absolutely amazing), and offered bar service. Everything is already so beautiful that we really only needed to have centerpieces and table numbers, no other decor needed.
Cathy was INCREDIBLE. I cannot say enough fantastic things about her. She is so kind, detail oriented, organized, flexible, and she clearly takes a lot of pride in her job. She was in constant communication with me during the planning process and answered all my questions thoroughly and promptly. During the rehearsal she took care to ensure we were all prepared and ready for the ceremony. When I made a mistake and had mixed up seating arrangements she was so kind and just immediately went into "no problem at all - let's fix it!" mode. During the day of the wedding she took time to fix the little details that we had missed (like find and set up our champagne glasses and turn on the lanterns for our center pieces).
The staff, the bartender, and the servers at the venue were so kind and attentive to us and all of our guests as well!
I can honestly say that our wedding day was absolutely perfect and I am so grateful to Cathy and all her staff for making it so.My husband and I first went to Carmen's Country Inn and Gardens 2 years ago after getting engaged - it was the first venue we looked at and immediately fell in love. We didn't view any other venues because we knew it would be a waste of time - this place is perfect. The grounds are stunning and the inside of the venue is so lovely.
What made Carmens's stand out compared to other venues? The beautiful gardens - the groundskeeper does such a fantastic job. The flowers and plants were so beautiful - everything I dreamed of for a wedding location!
What was our biggest worry about the wedding day that Carmen's helped alleviate? Just making sure everything went well. Cathy ensured that our day was fantastic and alleviated the stress of watching the time and having to coordinate everything. I didn't look at a clock even once during the day and everything ran so smoothly.
A moment that we especially enjoyed while working with Carmen's: the entire was day was so perfect that I can't pull one specific moment that stood out more, so I'm going to bring it back to when we went to Carmen's bakery/deli to taste test food and pick our menu. This was such an emotional moment to try everything and finalize choices, and Cathy was there to walk us through everything and help us pick and personalize the menu. And the food was incredible. It was so hard to narrow everything down!
With this venue they offer so many services in one package - all we needed was to hire a DJ and a photographer. They cater their own food (they own a lovely deli/bakery in hazleton), made our wedding cake (which was absolutely amazing), and offered bar service. Everything is already so beautiful that we really only needed to have centerpieces and table numbers, no other decor needed.
Cathy was INCREDIBLE. I cannot say enough fantastic things about her. She is so kind, detail oriented, organized, flexible, and she clearly takes a lot of pride in her job. She was in constant communication with me during the planning process and answered all my questions thoroughly and promptly. During the rehearsal she took care to ensure we were all prepared and ready for the ceremony. When I made a mistake and had mixed up seating arrangements she was so kind and just immediately went into "no problem at all - let's fix it!" mode. During the day of the wedding she took time to fix the little details that we had missed (like find and set up our champagne glasses and turn on the lanterns for our center pieces).
The staff, the bartender, and the servers at the venue were so kind and attentive to us and all of our guests as well!
I can honestly say that our wedding day was absolutely perfect and I am so grateful to Cathy and all her staff for making it so.-
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Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Bailey and Wes,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our services!
Thank you for trusting us with your wedding day and ceremony. It is always an honor to host the first day of a new couple's lives together. It brings me joy to see your joy!! Wishing you a life filled with love!
Warm regards,
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Jennifer Sent on 04/23/20185 out of 5 rating
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Check out this venue on wedding spot. I got my initial pricing estimate there.
As for the first consultation visit, we made an appointment. The area is quiet, even with being near a major road. The place is extremely affordable, and Cathy was very understanding that we are still figuring everything out. After our tour, we walked around the ceremony sites to get a better feel of the place. Right then and there we knew this was the place for our wedding.
I also want to say thanks again for the suggestion of moving our wedding date. It was initially April, but weather in Mt. Pocono is never dependable. So glad we picked June for the same price.
We will post another review after the Wedding.Check out this venue on wedding spot. I got my initial pricing estimate there.
As for the first consultation visit, we made an appointment. The area is quiet, even with being near a major road. The place is extremely affordable, and Cathy was very understanding that we are still figuring everything out. After our tour, we walked around the ceremony sites to get a better feel of the place. Right then and there we knew this was the place for our wedding.
I also want to say thanks again for the suggestion of moving our wedding date. It was initially April, but weather in Mt. Pocono is never dependable. So glad we picked June for the same price.
We will post another review after the Wedding.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you Jennifer for your kind words! I and my staff look forward to giving you the wedding of your dreams!!
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Denise Sent on 06/11/20245 out of 5 rating
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The wedding venue was absolutely beautiful, lush gardens. Waterfalls and features , beautiful spots to hold outdoor weddings as well as indoor events
Excellent food with a courteous staff. From the cocktail hour to the send off, Kathy has everything under control. The place is very private. No worries about the public venturing in. The photos come out great with all the different spots designed around the gardens. Plenty of space for guests to wander around and enjoy the day. A large dance floor and an adjacent outdoor deck, a covered porch for relaxing , places to sit and watch everyone dancing. Just a perfect place for a perfect wedding!Excellent food with a courteous staff. From the cocktail hour to the send off, Kathy has everything under control. The place is very private. No worries about the public venturing in. The photos come out great with all the different spots designed around the gardens. Plenty of space for guests to wander around and enjoy the day. A large dance floor and an adjacent outdoor deck, a covered porch for relaxing , places to sit and watch everyone dancing. Just a perfect place for a perfect wedding!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much!! It was our honor to host your Beautiful wedding day, and to see all of your happy guests and family enjoying the day!
Wishing you all the Best!
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Jasmine L. Sent on 05/30/20245 out of 5 rating
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Wedding in May
The venue was just jaw dropping gorgeous and Cathy was a huge help with everything.The venue was just jaw dropping gorgeous and Cathy was a huge help with everything.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Your wedding was beautiful! I hope you have many wonderful memories of your wedding day!!
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Wishing you all the Best!
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Sue K. Sent on 10/03/20235 out of 5 rating
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All we could dream of...
My biggest concern in helping plan our son's reception was my daughter in laws desire for a rustic wedding was at odds with our hope for an elegant venue. From the grotto to the water features, trestle, cigar patio, bar, dance floor, to the magical, elegant dining area, we ALL were amazed. Just about every family member and guest asked, 'where did you find this venue'. It is beyond perfect. While the food plan offerings are many and very affordable it was the last minute add on of their signature manicotti dish that set the dining experience apart from others. However, the key to it all was the owner. Cathy Kutchi will forever be like family to me for her flexibility, professionalism, kind words, thoughtful advise and attention to everybody's wants and needs. She is what makes Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens outstanding. She made our children's dream wedding a reality. I will rave about this venue for the rest of my days and my guess is many attending will as well. Forever grateful to Cathy.My biggest concern in helping plan our son's reception was my daughter in laws desire for a rustic wedding was at odds with our hope for an elegant venue. From the grotto to the water features, trestle, cigar patio, bar, dance floor, to the magical, elegant dining area, we ALL were amazed. Just about every family member and guest asked, 'where did you find this venue'. It is beyond perfect. While the food plan offerings are many and very affordable it was the last minute add on of their signature manicotti dish that set the dining experience apart from others. However, the key to it all was the owner. Cathy Kutchi will forever be like family to me for her flexibility, professionalism, kind words, thoughtful advise and attention to everybody's wants and needs. She is what makes Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens outstanding. She made our children's dream wedding a reality. I will rave about this venue for the rest of my days and my guess is many attending will as well. Forever grateful to Cathy.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Sue for your kind words.
Wishing you and your family much love and all of the Best!
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Victoria V. Sent on 08/30/20235 out of 5 rating
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Fantastic Venue at an Affordable Price
Venue was beautiful and Cathy was amazing to work with. Would definitely recommend reaching out and setting up your wedding date early because she does book out! We saved so much going through Cathy because the venue is gorgeous and doesn’t require any decorations, it’s beautiful as is. She helped us with our ceremony and everything went great!Venue was beautiful and Cathy was amazing to work with. Would definitely recommend reaching out and setting up your wedding date early because she does book out! We saved so much going through Cathy because the venue is gorgeous and doesn’t require any decorations, it’s beautiful as is. She helped us with our ceremony and everything went great!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you so much for your review Victoria!
It was our honor to host your beautiful wedding.
Wishing you the best!
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Logan H. Sent on 07/15/20235 out of 5 rating
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Tranquil Gardens, Great Staff
When we started visiting venues, we were shocked by the a la carte pricing and caterer restrictions. Between paying per ceremony chair, linen, etc and having to use an "approved caterer" and needing to get insurance, we weren't sure if a traditional wedding venue would work for us. In fact, we almost didn't go to our visit at Carmen's after several prior visits to other locations. However, we are so happy that we did!! Carmen's takes care of everything, included in the pricing, from food to linens to the cake.
We used Carmen's new outdoor grotto for our ceremony and Cathy opened the outdoor bar, which was favored by our guests. The gardens are beautiful for pictures. Make sure to visit the venue in the summer to see the true beauty with all the flowers and greenery full bloom.
Carmen's food is delicious. We recommend their homemade manicotti as a plated app! Kathy accommodated a couple of our guests who had special dietary restrictions. We also had boxes of Carmen's pizza for a late night snack (if you know, you know).
The venue has done a nice job updating the outside area. There is a deck attached to the dance floor, which many of our guests enjoyed after dinner. We would love to see the venue modernize the bridal room and a few little touches inside.
Overall, you can't beat the value and we are so happy that we tied the knot at Carmen's!
When we started visiting venues, we were shocked by the a la carte pricing and caterer restrictions. Between paying per ceremony chair, linen, etc and having to use an "approved caterer" and needing to get insurance, we weren't sure if a traditional wedding venue would work for us. In fact, we almost didn't go to our visit at Carmen's after several prior visits to other locations. However, we are so happy that we did!! Carmen's takes care of everything, included in the pricing, from food to linens to the cake.
We used Carmen's new outdoor grotto for our ceremony and Cathy opened the outdoor bar, which was favored by our guests. The gardens are beautiful for pictures. Make sure to visit the venue in the summer to see the true beauty with all the flowers and greenery full bloom.
Carmen's food is delicious. We recommend their homemade manicotti as a plated app! Kathy accommodated a couple of our guests who had special dietary restrictions. We also had boxes of Carmen's pizza for a late night snack (if you know, you know).
The venue has done a nice job updating the outside area. There is a deck attached to the dance floor, which many of our guests enjoyed after dinner. We would love to see the venue modernize the bridal room and a few little touches inside.
Overall, you can't beat the value and we are so happy that we tied the knot at Carmen's!
Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Logan,
Thank you so much for your review.
All the best to You and Steve
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Maddie C. Sent on 05/23/20235 out of 5 rating
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Everything we could have imagined
Carmen’s was actually the first and only venue we looked at. We were immediately in love with it and everything they had to offer. The food was amazing and we got a lot of compliments on it! The cake was even better, my husband was most excited to eat the cake! We are a very relaxed couple so we didn’t have many worries but we were nervous about how everyone would walk for the ceremony as well as how the ceremony should flow. Cathy immediately helped create a game plan and figure out who goes first, last, etc. She also fluffed my dress for me before I walked down the aisle which was super thoughtful. The bar and wait staff were very nice and diligent of the guests needs. Cathy was amazing during the planning process, she responded quickly to my emails and answered all my questions! We were so relaxed during the planning process and on our wedding day because of Cathy’s support. I loved that she cared and was there to see our vision and experience it with us! We truly got everything we wanted and more! We can’t thank Cathy and her team enough for all they did to go above and beyond!Carmen’s was actually the first and only venue we looked at. We were immediately in love with it and everything they had to offer. The food was amazing and we got a lot of compliments on it! The cake was even better, my husband was most excited to eat the cake! We are a very relaxed couple so we didn’t have many worries but we were nervous about how everyone would walk for the ceremony as well as how the ceremony should flow. Cathy immediately helped create a game plan and figure out who goes first, last, etc. She also fluffed my dress for me before I walked down the aisle which was super thoughtful. The bar and wait staff were very nice and diligent of the guests needs. Cathy was amazing during the planning process, she responded quickly to my emails and answered all my questions! We were so relaxed during the planning process and on our wedding day because of Cathy’s support. I loved that she cared and was there to see our vision and experience it with us! We truly got everything we wanted and more! We can’t thank Cathy and her team enough for all they did to go above and beyond!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you Maddie, for your kind words and review!
Hosting your wedding was an honor and a sweet memory I will always have.
P.s . It was my honor to fluff your lovely gown :)
Cathy
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Holly S. Sent on 05/02/20235 out of 5 rating
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Absolutely Perfect!
Carmen's was absolutely spot on for our wedding day! Cathy made the entire process easy and non stressful. She even helped in every way she could the day of the wedding! The Ceremony was beautiful. The reception was beautiful. Everything was perfect! The staff was amazing, the bartenders were on top of things and the food was delicious. Out of the places we looked at, I am glad we went with Carmen's. There is just so many wonderful things to say about it! 100% would recommended.Carmen's was absolutely spot on for our wedding day! Cathy made the entire process easy and non stressful. She even helped in every way she could the day of the wedding! The Ceremony was beautiful. The reception was beautiful. Everything was perfect! The staff was amazing, the bartenders were on top of things and the food was delicious. Out of the places we looked at, I am glad we went with Carmen's. There is just so many wonderful things to say about it! 100% would recommended.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Holly,
Thank you so much for your kind review of our services and
venue...It was such an honor for us to host the first day of your new lives together!
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Kayla W. Sent on 11/07/20225 out of 5 rating
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Excellent venue!
The venue is beautiful. Some many of our guests told us the grounds were awesome. Cathy was great and so easy to work with. The staff were all polite, attentive, and professional. The food and cake (both provided by the venue) were delicious. Overall our wedding was gorgeous, while still being within our budget. Definitely recommend!The venue is beautiful. Some many of our guests told us the grounds were awesome. Cathy was great and so easy to work with. The staff were all polite, attentive, and professional. The food and cake (both provided by the venue) were delicious. Overall our wedding was gorgeous, while still being within our budget. Definitely recommend!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Kayla,
Thank you for your kind words!
I and my staff loved hosting your beautiful wedding day!
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Lindsay W. Sent on 10/28/20225 out of 5 rating
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Perfect Picturesque Wedding
Carmen's Country Inn and Garden was the perfect choice when choosing an outdoor wedding in Autumn. A beautiful waterfall, greenery covered pagoda, open pavilion, and more options of where you want your ceremony or reception placed at. Our wedding host Cathy and her staff set up our decor just like we envisioned and made the day run smoothly, as well as being accommodating and professional. Cathy was a pleasure to work with!Carmen's Country Inn and Garden was the perfect choice when choosing an outdoor wedding in Autumn. A beautiful waterfall, greenery covered pagoda, open pavilion, and more options of where you want your ceremony or reception placed at. Our wedding host Cathy and her staff set up our decor just like we envisioned and made the day run smoothly, as well as being accommodating and professional. Cathy was a pleasure to work with!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Thank you Lindsay for your kind review of our services!
We wish a long and happy married life full of Love!!
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Sara B. Sent on 09/05/20225 out of 5 rating
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The Clark's
The venue was absolute perfection. We couldn't have wished for anything better. The food, atmosphere, and staff were wonderful. I wish I could give them more stars. We are so grateful.The venue was absolute perfection. We couldn't have wished for anything better. The food, atmosphere, and staff were wonderful. I wish I could give them more stars. We are so grateful.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Sara,
Thank you so much for your kind review.
It was an honor and privilege to host your special day!
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Kristy D. Sent on 10/24/20225 out of 5 rating
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Beautiful venue
We absolutely loved Carmen’s County Inn and Gardens for our wedding ceremony and reception. From start to finish Cathy was there to help and make our wedding one we dreamed about. The grounds were beautiful for the perfect ceremony and reception. The hall was nice to accommodate those who loved to dance or just wanted to catch up. We had the chicken cordon bleu bites and mini potato pancakes for cocktail hour. We had the chicken franchise and the beef in burgundy sauce for our meals. Everyone enjoyed the food and it had a lot of flavor. Our wedding cake was delicious and everyone loved it. We definitely will be recommending Carmen’s to everyone. Thank youWe absolutely loved Carmen’s County Inn and Gardens for our wedding ceremony and reception. From start to finish Cathy was there to help and make our wedding one we dreamed about. The grounds were beautiful for the perfect ceremony and reception. The hall was nice to accommodate those who loved to dance or just wanted to catch up. We had the chicken cordon bleu bites and mini potato pancakes for cocktail hour. We had the chicken franchise and the beef in burgundy sauce for our meals. Everyone enjoyed the food and it had a lot of flavor. Our wedding cake was delicious and everyone loved it. We definitely will be recommending Carmen’s to everyone. Thank you-
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Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hello Kristy,
Thank you so much for your kind words and review of
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I wish you much love and a beautiful life together!!
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Jesse B. Sent on 09/02/20225 out of 5 rating
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We had a wonderful experience
This venue is absolutely gorgeous, and they're always upgrading and adding new features. The gardens and fountains are impeccably maintained, and I especially love the gazebo and the arbor....such a beautiful, romantic setting.
Cathy was wonderful to work with from start to finish. We were on a tight budget and initially didn't think we'd be able to afford this venue. However, Cathy personalized a menu for us that fit our budget, without skimping on quality or quantity. She even offered us a mouthwatering special menu item which she added on to our entree selections at a very reasonable price. All the guests agreed that the special menu item was a hit!! The food was delicious, the service was perfect. The ambiance was soft and romantic.
Cathy walked us through everything, which was great because we were clueless. She was extremely patient and thorough, making sure we covered every detail. She bent over backwards to make sure our day went exactly as we wanted it to. Her attention to detail is meticulous.
What was perhaps most impressive to me was that she experienced a great personal loss less than a month before our wedding date, but she never missed a beat. If it wasn't for the fact that the venue is local to us, we would never even have known this had happened because she maintained such a level of professionalism throughout, never letting on what was happening behind the scenes.
From start to finish, our wedding day was absolutely perfect, thanks largely to Cathy and the staff at Carmen's Country Inn and Gardens. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us create our dream wedding!!!!!This venue is absolutely gorgeous, and they're always upgrading and adding new features. The gardens and fountains are impeccably maintained, and I especially love the gazebo and the arbor....such a beautiful, romantic setting.
Cathy was wonderful to work with from start to finish. We were on a tight budget and initially didn't think we'd be able to afford this venue. However, Cathy personalized a menu for us that fit our budget, without skimping on quality or quantity. She even offered us a mouthwatering special menu item which she added on to our entree selections at a very reasonable price. All the guests agreed that the special menu item was a hit!! The food was delicious, the service was perfect. The ambiance was soft and romantic.
Cathy walked us through everything, which was great because we were clueless. She was extremely patient and thorough, making sure we covered every detail. She bent over backwards to make sure our day went exactly as we wanted it to. Her attention to detail is meticulous.
What was perhaps most impressive to me was that she experienced a great personal loss less than a month before our wedding date, but she never missed a beat. If it wasn't for the fact that the venue is local to us, we would never even have known this had happened because she maintained such a level of professionalism throughout, never letting on what was happening behind the scenes.
From start to finish, our wedding day was absolutely perfect, thanks largely to Cathy and the staff at Carmen's Country Inn and Gardens. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us create our dream wedding!!!!!-
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Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Jesse,
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was an honor and a privilege to host your beautiful wedding day!!
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Alison D. Sent on 08/30/20225 out of 5 rating
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Best Wedding Venue - Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens
I just had my wedding at Carmen’s Country Inn and Gardens, I love their venue, it’s so green and flowery and beautiful. They’ve done a lot of work on the hall and it blew my guests away. I wanted a place that was comfortable and had all the amenities to throw a big party but also rustic, and woodsy similar to where I grew up in Poconos and where my husband and I met in Penn State and Carmen’s was the perfect spot to fill all of that criteria. We were married under the gazebo with their waterfall in the back of us and it was perfect. We were able to have bar tenders at the bar to the side to serve guests as they arrived, so really the party began even before the ceremony started, this was a unique benefit of the venue and several people complimented on how much fun they had from start to finish. Every area of the place got full use from our guests, including the cigar deck, the two dance floors and the indoor and outdoor bar.
I also really liked that we had the whole venue to ourselves and there is ample parking and it’s conveniently located close to hotels in the area. Our photos came out amazing with all of the greenery there and we were able to get some shots of golden hour amongst the trees on the property.
Several people complimented us on the food, we had some dietary restrictions from allergies, religious reasons, etc.. and we ended up having five entrée choices. All of the food was so fresh and perfectly seasoned. We also opted to have the chocolate fountain and Venetian table of pastries in addition to the cake and everyone loved the assortment especially the little ones. It was so sweet, my little cousin Teddy exclaimed “that cake is so beautiful!” when it came time for us to cut the cake so hopefully that gives some perspective on the decorating skill there.
I also appreciated that several things came standard at Carmen’s (chivari chairs, linens / tablecloths, catering) where other venues you had to coordinate all of that separately.
Aside from the great food, the beauty and all of the amenities of the location, the main reason I went with Carmen’s was the coordinator there, Cathy. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything on our special day. Her quick responses and attention to detail were such a big help in what is already a stressful process that is planning a wedding, especially considering the challenges that COVID presented which forced us to re-schedule our date so ultimately I was in contact with Cathy over 2 years to make the wedding I wanted a reality. Cathy really worked with us and I’ll always be grateful for that. That level of service stood out the most in our wedding venue search and I’m so happy we make the choice we did.
One last point I’d like to highlight to close is an experience my stepmom made me aware of where she had requested Barefoot wine for the wine at the cocktail hour and reception and it wasn’t at the bar initially. The bartender actually went out to a liquor store close by to ensure we had what was requested. So I hope that gives helpful context on the experience you’ll have if you choose Carmen’s. It’s a local family run business and venue and we really appreciated the experience of working with them which I don’t think would have been possible if we had gone with a hotel venue or big hall where multiple events are going on at the same time.I just had my wedding at Carmen’s Country Inn and Gardens, I love their venue, it’s so green and flowery and beautiful. They’ve done a lot of work on the hall and it blew my guests away. I wanted a place that was comfortable and had all the amenities to throw a big party but also rustic, and woodsy similar to where I grew up in Poconos and where my husband and I met in Penn State and Carmen’s was the perfect spot to fill all of that criteria. We were married under the gazebo with their waterfall in the back of us and it was perfect. We were able to have bar tenders at the bar to the side to serve guests as they arrived, so really the party began even before the ceremony started, this was a unique benefit of the venue and several people complimented on how much fun they had from start to finish. Every area of the place got full use from our guests, including the cigar deck, the two dance floors and the indoor and outdoor bar.
I also really liked that we had the whole venue to ourselves and there is ample parking and it’s conveniently located close to hotels in the area. Our photos came out amazing with all of the greenery there and we were able to get some shots of golden hour amongst the trees on the property.
Several people complimented us on the food, we had some dietary restrictions from allergies, religious reasons, etc.. and we ended up having five entrée choices. All of the food was so fresh and perfectly seasoned. We also opted to have the chocolate fountain and Venetian table of pastries in addition to the cake and everyone loved the assortment especially the little ones. It was so sweet, my little cousin Teddy exclaimed “that cake is so beautiful!” when it came time for us to cut the cake so hopefully that gives some perspective on the decorating skill there.
I also appreciated that several things came standard at Carmen’s (chivari chairs, linens / tablecloths, catering) where other venues you had to coordinate all of that separately.
Aside from the great food, the beauty and all of the amenities of the location, the main reason I went with Carmen’s was the coordinator there, Cathy. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything on our special day. Her quick responses and attention to detail were such a big help in what is already a stressful process that is planning a wedding, especially considering the challenges that COVID presented which forced us to re-schedule our date so ultimately I was in contact with Cathy over 2 years to make the wedding I wanted a reality. Cathy really worked with us and I’ll always be grateful for that. That level of service stood out the most in our wedding venue search and I’m so happy we make the choice we did.
One last point I’d like to highlight to close is an experience my stepmom made me aware of where she had requested Barefoot wine for the wine at the cocktail hour and reception and it wasn’t at the bar initially. The bartender actually went out to a liquor store close by to ensure we had what was requested. So I hope that gives helpful context on the experience you’ll have if you choose Carmen’s. It’s a local family run business and venue and we really appreciated the experience of working with them which I don’t think would have been possible if we had gone with a hotel venue or big hall where multiple events are going on at the same time.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Alison,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
It was a honor to host your beautiful wedding day.
We know you and Prateek had to wait 2 years because of Covid.
But, we made it happen and it was a great party and beautiful wedding!! Thank you again for the privilege of hosting your wedding day!!
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What can I say from start to finish they made our wedding everything I wanted and more from food to staff and venue itself. Thank you so much for making my dreams come true.
Cathy you are amazing as well as your staff.What can I say from start to finish they made our wedding everything I wanted and more from food to staff and venue itself. Thank you so much for making my dreams come true.
Cathy you are amazing as well as your staff.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Christine,
Thank you so much for your review!
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Stacey S. Sent on 06/13/20225 out of 5 rating
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Carmen's country inn and gardens
The venue itself is stunning. It sits back off main roads surrounded by the outdoors. At Carmen's, the gardens outside were full of flowers and fountains. There was plenty of space and a multitude of benches for seating throughout the gardens. A large deck off of the main entrance overlooks the outside area from above. Inside the venue was up to date and monderized with decor and up-lighting. The main dining area was spacious. There is a small dance floor in front of the sweetheart table for the Mr and Mrs to share their first dance on in front of loved ones. This made that moment intimate and extra special. Carmen's provides a large dance floor along with a full service bar! It is also handicap accessible, including a bathroom, as this was extremely important for a few family members of mine.
The food was excellent! Carmen's offered a wide selection of home made appetizers and entrees to choose from. Also, the portions were very filling! Carmen's provided our cake included in our wedding package and let's just say I had seconds, it was that good!
Carmen's staff and services provided during the entire wedding were nothing short of amazing! Kindness and professionalism describe the staff at Carmen's. Everything was scheduled down to the minute and Carmen's did a fabulous job at keeping the guests happy!
Carmen's stood out compared to other venues because of their secluded location, very reasonable pricing, and personable wedding coordinator, Cathy. As you know, not everything goes as planned on your wedding day. While placing the mothers corsages, both broke off the wrist bands. I panicked. Cathy remained calm, called the florist we used down the road, and a worker came and fixed both corsages in under 15 minutes! Also, my handicap grandfather's transportation was running late. Once again, I was panicking. Cathy once again remained calm, adjusted the entire wedding schedule, and we were able to wait those few extra minutes for my grandfather without any issues! I will be forever grateful for that.
Carmen's country inn and gardens is THE venue to have your wedding at! I highly recommend as you will not be disappointed!
The venue itself is stunning. It sits back off main roads surrounded by the outdoors. At Carmen's, the gardens outside were full of flowers and fountains. There was plenty of space and a multitude of benches for seating throughout the gardens. A large deck off of the main entrance overlooks the outside area from above. Inside the venue was up to date and monderized with decor and up-lighting. The main dining area was spacious. There is a small dance floor in front of the sweetheart table for the Mr and Mrs to share their first dance on in front of loved ones. This made that moment intimate and extra special. Carmen's provides a large dance floor along with a full service bar! It is also handicap accessible, including a bathroom, as this was extremely important for a few family members of mine.
The food was excellent! Carmen's offered a wide selection of home made appetizers and entrees to choose from. Also, the portions were very filling! Carmen's provided our cake included in our wedding package and let's just say I had seconds, it was that good!
Carmen's staff and services provided during the entire wedding were nothing short of amazing! Kindness and professionalism describe the staff at Carmen's. Everything was scheduled down to the minute and Carmen's did a fabulous job at keeping the guests happy!
Carmen's stood out compared to other venues because of their secluded location, very reasonable pricing, and personable wedding coordinator, Cathy. As you know, not everything goes as planned on your wedding day. While placing the mothers corsages, both broke off the wrist bands. I panicked. Cathy remained calm, called the florist we used down the road, and a worker came and fixed both corsages in under 15 minutes! Also, my handicap grandfather's transportation was running late. Once again, I was panicking. Cathy once again remained calm, adjusted the entire wedding schedule, and we were able to wait those few extra minutes for my grandfather without any issues! I will be forever grateful for that.
Carmen's country inn and gardens is THE venue to have your wedding at! I highly recommend as you will not be disappointed!
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Hi Stacey,
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Savanna G. Sent on 06/08/20225 out of 5 rating
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Perfection
A typed review does not do enough justice for Carmen's. Beyond the fact the the environment and surroundings are beautiful and well maintained and updated, the service was grand. There are multiple outdoor options and areas to choose of where you may "tie the knot" on top of back up indoor options, or wonderful indoor options if that is what you prefer. The venue has a wonderful bar inside, with a spacious bridal suite, an amazing dance floor that leads out onto a patio. The dinning area is also spacious yet cozy to provide a wonderful time with your guests. Beyond appearance , absolutely fantastic service from all of the staff. Cathy, the venue coordinator made everything very simple for me, from selection to décor and more. On the wedding day I had no worries, she worked with all of our vendors , as well as family and more to ensure that the day remained smooth and went according to plan. Let's not forget about he menus options and how delicious our meals were. Our guest surely left with smiles on their faces and full stomachs. If I had to do it again, I would , without hesitation, choose Carmen's.A typed review does not do enough justice for Carmen's. Beyond the fact the the environment and surroundings are beautiful and well maintained and updated, the service was grand. There are multiple outdoor options and areas to choose of where you may "tie the knot" on top of back up indoor options, or wonderful indoor options if that is what you prefer. The venue has a wonderful bar inside, with a spacious bridal suite, an amazing dance floor that leads out onto a patio. The dinning area is also spacious yet cozy to provide a wonderful time with your guests. Beyond appearance , absolutely fantastic service from all of the staff. Cathy, the venue coordinator made everything very simple for me, from selection to décor and more. On the wedding day I had no worries, she worked with all of our vendors , as well as family and more to ensure that the day remained smooth and went according to plan. Let's not forget about he menus options and how delicious our meals were. Our guest surely left with smiles on their faces and full stomachs. If I had to do it again, I would , without hesitation, choose Carmen's.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hello Savanna,
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Sarah K. Sent on 07/04/20225 out of 5 rating
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The PERFECT wedding venue!
Cathy and her team were absolutely amazing!! No detail was missed, the grounds were immaculate and the food was delicious!! Highly recommend Carmen’s Country Inn and Gardens for the perfect wedding day!Cathy and her team were absolutely amazing!! No detail was missed, the grounds were immaculate and the food was delicious!! Highly recommend Carmen’s Country Inn and Gardens for the perfect wedding day!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Sarah,
Thank you so much for your review!
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Sopko Wedding
Cathy was fantastic! She was on top of everything and the place was beautiful. The food tasted amazing. I couldn’t be any happier and she exceeded my expectations by a long shot.Cathy was fantastic! She was on top of everything and the place was beautiful. The food tasted amazing. I couldn’t be any happier and she exceeded my expectations by a long shot.Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
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The Best Venue in PA
Me and my wife searched for a good venue for our wedding throughout Jersey, PA, and Delaware. A friend of ours mentioned Carmen's Country Inn so we look it up and it looked promising. So we came out to view the location and it was beautiful and Cathy was such a great host. The Cost, Location and Devotion of the staff on our wedding day deserved a standing ovation. The level of professionalism was very impressive, and not to sound arrogant but coming from it means a lot. I was a Live Director of big events for a couple years, and excellence was my standard. Cathy and her staff served us in excellence. When things didn't go as planned they accommodated and if there was a problem Cathy did her best to find a solution. We absolutely loved our wedding day, and Carmen's Inn and Garden played a huge part in making it special. Thank you so much for a day me and my wife will never forget. Best Regard's TitusMe and my wife searched for a good venue for our wedding throughout Jersey, PA, and Delaware. A friend of ours mentioned Carmen's Country Inn so we look it up and it looked promising. So we came out to view the location and it was beautiful and Cathy was such a great host. The Cost, Location and Devotion of the staff on our wedding day deserved a standing ovation. The level of professionalism was very impressive, and not to sound arrogant but coming from it means a lot. I was a Live Director of big events for a couple years, and excellence was my standard. Cathy and her staff served us in excellence. When things didn't go as planned they accommodated and if there was a problem Cathy did her best to find a solution. We absolutely loved our wedding day, and Carmen's Inn and Garden played a huge part in making it special. Thank you so much for a day me and my wife will never forget. Best Regard's TitusCarmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Titus and Michele!
Thank you so much!!
We absolutely loved hosting your wedding day.
We wish you all the Best Always!
Warm regards,
Your Carmen's Country Inn and Gardens Team
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Carmen's helped to make our wedding a memorable day. From the planning to the implementation there were no issues. The food and service were top notch!! Our wedding day totally surpassed all of our expectations. I would highly recommend Cathy and Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens!!!Carmen's helped to make our wedding a memorable day. From the planning to the implementation there were no issues. The food and service were top notch!! Our wedding day totally surpassed all of our expectations. I would highly recommend Cathy and Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens!!!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Pam,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
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Erica K. Sent on 10/28/20215 out of 5 rating
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Lovely venue!
If the beauty of the venue doesn’t knock your socks off, the service will! The waitstaff & bartenders the night of the event were spectacular. Cathy was extremely helpful start to finish. She answered every question I had & really went above & beyond to make our vision come to life.
I was so worried about pulling everything together, but Cathy made sure we checked all the boxes from décor to meals to the rehearsal. You can tell she is very experienced & knows just what to do.
Back to the beauty of this venue. We got married in October, & the surroundings are just beautiful. There are so many areas to get gorgeous shots of your special day! There are fountains & waterfalls & an open field with a beautiful backdrop of the trees. Inside is just as beautiful. The ceiling in the entryway is just beautiful. There is plenty of space to spread out your tables, 2 dance floors & a beautiful stone bar.
The venue includes uplighting (can change to match your color scheme), & meals & cake are included in the price! This really stood out to us in our searches, as we didn’t have to hire a caterer &/or bakery. We also took part in a WeddingWire promo. with this venue, & got a free dessert table full of cookies, brownies & pastries! Everyone was pleased with the food & desserts all around!
I really could go on & on. We were so thrilled with how our wedding turned out, & a lot of it had to do with the ease of working with Cathy & her wonderful team.
Thank you, Carmen’s Country Inn & Gardens!
Side note: Professional photos haven’t been received yet, so what’s attached are just what I took after we set up the night of the rehearsal! There are a few guest photos included from the day of as well.If the beauty of the venue doesn’t knock your socks off, the service will! The waitstaff & bartenders the night of the event were spectacular. Cathy was extremely helpful start to finish. She answered every question I had & really went above & beyond to make our vision come to life.
I was so worried about pulling everything together, but Cathy made sure we checked all the boxes from décor to meals to the rehearsal. You can tell she is very experienced & knows just what to do.
Back to the beauty of this venue. We got married in October, & the surroundings are just beautiful. There are so many areas to get gorgeous shots of your special day! There are fountains & waterfalls & an open field with a beautiful backdrop of the trees. Inside is just as beautiful. The ceiling in the entryway is just beautiful. There is plenty of space to spread out your tables, 2 dance floors & a beautiful stone bar.
The venue includes uplighting (can change to match your color scheme), & meals & cake are included in the price! This really stood out to us in our searches, as we didn’t have to hire a caterer &/or bakery. We also took part in a WeddingWire promo. with this venue, & got a free dessert table full of cookies, brownies & pastries! Everyone was pleased with the food & desserts all around!
I really could go on & on. We were so thrilled with how our wedding turned out, & a lot of it had to do with the ease of working with Cathy & her wonderful team.
Thank you, Carmen’s Country Inn & Gardens!
Side note: Professional photos haven’t been received yet, so what’s attached are just what I took after we set up the night of the rehearsal! There are a few guest photos included from the day of as well.-
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Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Erica,
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Sandy B. Sent on 11/30/20215 out of 5 rating
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Beautiful venue, wonderful food, awesome service!
I had my oldest daughter's wedding at Carmen's (several years ago) and, from experience, I can tell you that no one will work harder than Kathy Kutchi to make your wedding perfect! My younger daughter's wedding was rescheduled 3 times due to Covid. With each change Kathy couldn't have been more helpful. When the day finally arrived, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Everything was as planned or better. The dining room is beautiful, the outside property is set up to provide lovely settings for the ceremony and photographs, and the food is just delicious! I would recommend this venue to anyone!I had my oldest daughter's wedding at Carmen's (several years ago) and, from experience, I can tell you that no one will work harder than Kathy Kutchi to make your wedding perfect! My younger daughter's wedding was rescheduled 3 times due to Covid. With each change Kathy couldn't have been more helpful. When the day finally arrived, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Everything was as planned or better. The dining room is beautiful, the outside property is set up to provide lovely settings for the ceremony and photographs, and the food is just delicious! I would recommend this venue to anyone!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Sandy,
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Stacey Sent on 10/11/20215 out of 5 rating
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Great Wedding Venue
Wonderful wedding facility! Cathy is great to work with during the wedding planning process and is flexible with changes needed to make the day uniquely yours. She was very helpful with accommodating our smaller wedding size (30 people). The facility provides a great backdrop for the ceremony and reception.
Our guests, even some hard to please guests, raved about how good the food tasted and they were impressed that all the meals were served hot! This is an amazing feat to pull off for any wedding or group event! They also raved about how good the cake tasted!
If you're looking for a wedding or event venue, it's definitely worth the time to check out Carmen's!Wonderful wedding facility! Cathy is great to work with during the wedding planning process and is flexible with changes needed to make the day uniquely yours. She was very helpful with accommodating our smaller wedding size (30 people). The facility provides a great backdrop for the ceremony and reception.
Our guests, even some hard to please guests, raved about how good the food tasted and they were impressed that all the meals were served hot! This is an amazing feat to pull off for any wedding or group event! They also raved about how good the cake tasted!
If you're looking for a wedding or event venue, it's definitely worth the time to check out Carmen's!Carmen's Country Inn & Gardens's reply:
Hi Stacey,
Thank you so much for your review of our services.
It was such an honor for me and my staff to host your
beautiful wedding day! I wish you much happiness.
Warm regards,
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