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Megan Sent on 10/04/2023

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Jennifer & staff did a great job for our wedding! The food was great & the set up was beautiful. The only thing I’d say we wish was different was the AC (wish it was cooler inside) & having a little bit more guidance as far as what to expect next - the day of. Would highly recommend this venue!

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Becky Sent on 07/25/2023

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Becky and Rick groom's parents

We attended our son's wedding here on July 22, 2023. What an enchanting venue for a wedding. The grounds were beautiful and the staff were professional and very friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend Gray Gables to anyone looking for a beautiful setting for a perfect wedding. Thank you Gray Gables for making a beautiful day even more beautiful.
Becky and Rick Goodman

Melani Sent on 02/03/2022

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Absolutely amazing venue!

We used this venue last year for my daughter’s wedding and I cannot tell you how amazing they did at coordination (Samantha was phenomenal!), the food was some of the best food we’ve ever had, the decor, the bar, the staff, attention to detail and the overall event went so well. I couldn’t recommend this venue enough. We also used the flower shop next door and they did the most beautiful floral arrangements. Top notch!

Emily Sent on 11/02/2021

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Best decision we made in wedding planning

I’m writing this review on the first day of our honeymoon because that’s how amazing Samantha, the wedding coordinator at Gray Gables venue, and her entire team were, both during the planning process and especially on our wedding day.

Top 3 reasons we loved Gray Gables for our wedding

(1) Samantha, wedding coordinator extraordinaire. We planned our wedding in 4 months, and Sam was always ready and available to help and guide us. In short, she’s the worlds best wedding Sherpa. She worked seamlessly with our outside vendors and her in house team flawlessly executed the services GG offers.

(2) The beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces. This natural beauty and landscaping, and classy indoor decor, was ideal for our weddings for two reasons. The first, we had a great indoor backup plan option for the ceremony in the case of rain (it’s Portland). Secondly, we only needed to provide minimal decor and some flowers to make it wedding ready.

(3) The food was incredible. This is not only my opinion - this was the resounding opinion of all our our guests. We selected comfort foods (ravioli, chicken, mashed potatoes, fried mac and cheese) and through a combination of talent and magic, the chef and gray gables team made the presentation of comfort food beautiful and remarkable (I literally heard remarks about this).

Chifawn Sent on 10/16/2021

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Dream wedding

Grey Gables was perfect. Jennifer was amazing and everything exceeded our expectations. The venue is beautiful and the photographs are going to be incredible. The food was outstanding, the professionalism and efficiency of all the staff members made this day absolutely perfect. We were from out of state and just showed up and Jennifer took care of us completely. My daughter's dream wedding became reality and I would give 10 stars if I could :)

Norelle Sent on 01/19/2021

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Fantastic Experience - Total Package

I cannot say enough great things about Sam and the team over at Gray Gables. Fantastic venue and GREAT staff; this place is the total package. Highly recommend.

Gina Sent on 09/06/2019

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The most amazing venue

This is the first and last venue we toured. We fell in love with the grounds and booked immediately. Samantha is also the best. She took a huge weight off our shoulders on the big day and even with our hiccups that day, everything was transitioned smoothly and it was the best day of our lives. She was so easy to get a hold of and answered every question we had. We also had the most amazing food through gray gables as well. Everyone couldn’t stop raving about all of it! We were blown away by every aspect and highly recommend everything about gray gables!

Lizzie Sent on 08/31/2019

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Best all-in-one venue

Gray Gables Estate was the first and only venue we toured and we could not have been happier. The aesthetic fit our vision perfectly and when we found out that we got the entire site for the entire day of the wedding, we were sold.

Samantha Maiden was responsive, always positive, and professional. And because she is also the site owner AND wedding coordinator we could tell that she would go the extra mile. It was evident from the first day we met Sam and toured the venue that she was personally invested in making our wedding a huge success. She also ran our wedding rehearsal making us feel extra confident that we were in good hands; she has a ton of knowledge of what makes wedding work fly (e.g. timing, spacing, who goes where when, etc.) that we could trust her advice with the agenda and running point on the day of.

The food was also INCREDIBLE! My family has a ton of dietary issues and Samantha and her team were happy and experienced to work with us so that everyone could enjoy the dinner.

We also had Forte Floral do our flowers (they partner with GGE and are located right next door) which made set up and tear down a breeze because they did it all!

Thanks for making our day better than we could have ever imagined! Couldn't recommend GGE enough!

Melissa Sent on 08/24/2019

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Priceless help

Jennifer made everything run so smoothly and was open to being flexible with our needs. She was ready with tips and ideas to help us when we were at a loss. She was attentive, the venue itself was gorgeous and the wait staff and in-house catering was the talk of the town. I am so happy that we chose this as our venue and couldn't imagine having done it anywhere else.

Chelsea Sent on 07/22/2019

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Can't recommend ENOUGH!!

I've been writing this review in my head for the last month because I knew I had to make it as amazing and I felt towards our venue and the owner, Samantha. My now-husband and I looked at 6 venues and none could compare to Gray Gables Estate (GGE). Besides swiping yes to my future husband, choosing GGE to be our spot was the best decision I could have made! The venue itself is breathtakingly gorgeous, serene and just beautiful. We wanted everything outdoors - and it worked magically. But - the very BEST thing about GGE was Samantha. She is the owner and wedding coordinator, and by the end of our wedding, I wanted to marry her instead! She was flawless in every step, she knew what myself and my bridal party needed before we even asked. She literally anticipated every single thing you could imagine. She facilitated all the rentals we would need, so that I only had to work with her. She suggested tons of great ideas which were all perfect. She was accommodating to my random requests (brought in baby goats!) and politely dealt with some unruly groomsmen during rehearsal. Day of wedding was so stress free for me, and all because of Sam! She wrangled the cake delivery, musicians arriving, DJ coming, GOATS!, photo booth, and allll the rental deliveries! I was able to relax with my girls in the awesome house and just enjoyed every minute of my day.
DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND CHOOSE GRAY GABLES ESTATE FOR YOUR WEDDING!!!

Alex Sent on 05/23/2019

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Simply Amazing

When my fiance and I were looking for venues, we originally were going to look at Gray Gables as a back up. When we got there, we were hooked. The venue was gorgeous, the food was great, and Sam (our Coordinator) was phenomenal. She was with us every step of the way and made sure that everything happened without a hitch.
It is a little expensive, but for everything that hou get at this venue, I would 1000% reccomend it. All of my guests were raving about the site for days after the wedding. If you can, get married here!

Kayla Sent on 05/02/2019

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Incredible, Beautiful Venue for a Perfect Wedding Day

There honestly are not enough words for us to describe how incredible our wedding day was. From our first meeting with Samantha (the on-site day-of coordinator) through the end of our reception, all communication was thorough, professional, and incredibly helpful. This review will cover 3 different pieces of what came with the venue: Samantha (and staff), the food, and the venue itself.
Samantha & Staff: At our first venue visit, Samantha walked us through the property, (which is naturally gorgeous, by the way) and did an amazing job at explaining how the flowers and trees would look at the time of our wedding (nearly a year before the actual wedding date). This was the best "pitch" we had heard throughout our 10 different venue tours, and was a big selling point for us. Over the months after signing our contract, Samantha held wedding planning meetings with us every other month to keep us on track and to ensure that we had considered everything we needed. Samantha refers to herself as a day-of coordinator, but really, she did a lot of planning with us along the way. We, unfortunately, did not get to interact with the other staff members much throughout our wedding, however, we were receiving raving reviews from our guests all night of the servers and the bartenders. In fact, I'm still hearing about how wonderful everyone was. I also appreciated that the servers brought the passed appetizers over to the area where family photos were being taken (something I hadn't even thought to ask for, but greatly appreciated).
The Food: Gray Gables requires you to use their in-house catering menu. The food here is ridiculously good - this isn't an exaggeration. We served beef short ribs and salmon to nearly 150 people via a buffet and not a single portion was dry or underseasoned. The chefs at Gray Gables really know what they're doing. In addition to the raving reviews we've received from our guests about the staff, the reviews have been even more complimentary to the food we chose for dinner and the appetizers during our cocktail hour.
The Venue: We were initially floored by how gorgeous the venue was during our first tour. There was lots of greenery, flowers, and beautiful spaces for outdoor photos. The venue is also decorated with twinkle-lights which add a soft romantic vibe to the entire property. The lights are permanent fixtures and you are not charged extra for these. The groom's room is the best groom's room that we saw while touring venues. It's a separate house (not a coat closet) and even has a full-size pool table! The bridal suite was also stunning. It's in the main manor house and has a full bathroom, space for hair and makeup (with LOTS of natural lighting) and comfortable couches and chairs for the downtime before the ceremony. We held our reception in the ballroom, which is adorned with breathtaking crystal chandeliers. The venue is very flexible when it comes to softening the space with long, draped chiffon. We chose to have this hung along the back wall of the venue space and it was perfect. The venue also coordinates all linen rentals, which was super helpful for us.
All in all, we were obsessed with our venue before the wedding, but we're even more obsessed after. Thank you SO much to the wonderful staff at Gray Gables for giving us our dream wedding day!

Megan Sent on 04/05/2019

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Great venue with beautiful outdoor spaces

We toured this venue in March 2019 for our December 2020 wedding. It has a great vintage feel with beautiful grounds for photo ops. If beautiful wedding photos are on your must have list, this is a great venue. The indoor space was very nice and would have accommodated 150 guest list just fine. We ultimately chose a different venue just because it didn't match the vibe we were wanting for our wedding. Definitely consider it if you are looking for a beautiful outdoor venue with a vintage feel.

Alexis Sent on 12/13/2018

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The Total Package!

I have grown up near Gray Gables estate, and for many years now I've dreamed of having my wedding there, but I had no idea that it would be the best decision of my life. When I inquired through their website, Samantha contacted and met up with my fiance and I quickly. She gave us a tour of the entire place, showing us every option available for both ceremony and reception. She was able to answer all of my questions and more. What a blessing! I felt so at ease knowing we had someone (who by the way helps with coordinating along the way and the day of) that really knew all the ins and outs of a wedding, considering I'd had no experience with that. On top of that, what's included takes so much off our plate. They have tables, chairs, all flatware, separate groom and bridal suites, and day of set up/clean up service all included. They also have decor (drapery, vintage pieces, etc.) for additional cost, and a great list of vendors they refer (most at a discount if you say you are through Gray Gables). I am so thrilled to have my wedding at Gray Gables and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a magical place full of twinkly lights, beautiful flowers and greenery, and multiple indoor and outdoor options to fit your wedding needs!

Tracy Sent on 12/05/2018

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Everything was perfect

This venue went above and beyond to make the day perfect. No stress at all. It was so beautiful.The food was amazing. Each meal was perfect and the guests loved it. The service was beyond exceptional. They did an amazing job. Any requests we had were taken care of immediately. Such a fun night.

Teryan Sent on 01/14/2018

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Sam is our contact at Gray Gables and I completely love working with her! She has helped us in selecting other vendors and has been available nearly 24/7 to answer any questions whether they are specifically about the venue or just opinions for our wedding overall! She helped us get our parents involved in the planning process during one of our consultations and aided us in our day of timeline and everything I have asked of her! LOVE this venue and their staff!

Cathleen Sent on 11/20/2016

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What a great experience! Beautiful venue and great food! Jennifer also help keep my wedding run smooth.

Lynne Sent on 10/01/2016

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In a word - Perfect! Our son and his beautiful bride were married here on Sep 10, 2016 and the venue was beyond anything I could have imagined... Both the Bride and Groom visited a year earlier and picked Gray Gables over four other venues, they were able to have a taste of their menu and go over everything with Samantha before they left to go back to Boston. During the last year, they put everything in place with Samantha guiding them the entire way. The wedding day was gorgeous and the gardens were the perfect setting for the guests to wander in before the wedding. The ceremony was held outside and the reception in the stunning reception hall. EVERYTHING went like clockwork! They guys had a great time before the wedding in the groom's room and I visited the bride in the beautiful rooms in the old house. The buffet was delicious, so many of the guests commented on the great food, and especially the service of the staff. All we had to do was get ourselves ready - Samantha and her staff took care of everything else! We could not have imagined a more perfect day, beyond anything I was expecting - we just relaxed and enjoyed family and friends, just the way it should be! Thank you, Samantha and your staff, you are exceptional...

Amanda Sent on 09/26/2016

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From day one of booking this venue to the end of my wedding Jen and her team did an amazing job. With this venue you don't only get the amazing location, history and picturesque appeal you also get an amazing team that will guide you. Jen is not just one of the owners of the venue she also is your coordinator, can be your florist and since she renewed her own vows at Gray she can be your guru.
I used Jen's advice and it made the process easy. Within the first two months of wedding planning I had a DJ, photographer and leads for cake places and hair. I knew I would use her as my florist as everything was already so seamless. The catering was done in house at Gray and my guests are still raving over how delicious the food was.
As far as meeting up with Jen she worked with my busy work schedule and my parents. If an appointment time didn't work out she found another way to make a meeting happen. When it came to the place settings she brought ideas from an outside vendor in to see what I liked best.
On the day of the wedding we had food provided from Gray Gables while we got ready in the amazing bridal house. The guys also had snacks brought over to them in the fun revamped carriage house. The decor and flowers were absolutely stunning. If we needed something the staff was on top of it. My husband and I still can't get over how perfect our wedding turned out. Wedding planning can be stressful so picking a venue that makes things easy is well worth it. With Gray Gables you don't just get a pretty place you also get the owners of the venue that truly are invested in creating your perfect day.

Sara Sent on 08/08/2016

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You will not regret booking with Gray Gables. Samantha was our coordinator, and took care of EVERYTHING! They are true experts and made our planning process effortless. Gray Gables Estate was my dream wedding venue. The grounds are immaculately kept, and they offer both a bridal suite and a groom's room complete with a pool table and bluetooth speaker system. The property offers to many picturesque settings, like hidden gazebos, and a koi pond. Our photographers were amazed at the opportunities for photo backdrops, and all the guests were raving about what a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere it was. We had the opportunity to do a menu tasting with the chef, and we were totally blown away. This venue offers absolutely everything. I mean everything from a steamer in the bridal suite to custom requests for your special day. They have not overlooked a single detail and it shows. Our experience was absolutely perfect.

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I cannot say enough good things about Gray Gables! Sam was our wedding coordinator (comes with booking with them) and she was AMAZING! Sam and all the staff made sure our wedding ran smoothing and perfectly! We even had to move from outside to inside due to the weather and that didn't phase Gray Gables! Beautiful location, wonderful staff, and great food! Can't go wrong here!

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Having just had our daughter's wedding at Gray Gables, I can say that our decision to utilize this venue was absolutely the best choice. First, the venue is beautiful. Regal but with beautiful character. At first, I wasn't sure if I wanted to even go look at it because I was afraid of what it would probably cost. Once my daughter and I saw it, we fell in love and the pricing was more reasonable than I expected. I loved the fact that I had choices in regards to catering and I was not required to utilize specific vendors. In addition, I found that Gray Gables is so beautiful that I didn't need to go overboard on decorating...and in my opinion, it would have looked overdone if I didn't let the natural beauty of the venue show. I was thrilled with the flexibility and helpful service I received from Samantha. Most of the process was smooth, but the few "bumps" in the road we hit, Samantha handled with poise and grace and she helped me through all of it. I cannot recommend Samantha and Gray Gables enough. I was incredibly happy with everything and have no complaints.

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I'm speechless! My wedding was absolutely PERFECT, MEMORABLE, AMAZING, BEAUTIFUL, FANTASTIC!!!!!... All thanks to Jennifer Agard. She was so helpful, calming, organized, attentive, on-the-ball. She made my wedding FLAWLESS. I couldn't have been happier with the results. It was everything I wanted and more. The whole team working on my wedding was really great.. Jennifer, her assistant, bartenders, even the limo driver!! They really did me proud. I don't have a single complaint about anything! Everyone loved my wedding and told me how beautiful Gray Gables was and how nice and helpful all the people were. I went with all of Jennifer's vendor recommendations and it took the stress out of most of the planning and everything was better than I could have imagined. I am so glad that my husband and I got married there and I would highly recommend Gray Gables and Jennifer to anyone. I had an evening wedding and when the sun went down and all the lights turned on in the gardens it was a breathtaking. My wedding really turned out to be a heart-stopping dream come true.

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Samantha was our wedding coordinator - she did an amazing job making sure the day went smoothly. The day of the wedding she took care of all the details so I didn't have to worry about a thing. Since we booked the venue she was always responsive to our calls and emails. She took great notes on what were expecting and help make sure that we stuck as close to the timeline as possible. They are very accommodating when it comes to bringing in outside vendors, which was a great option to have.
The venue as a whole was perfect! There was ample space for the bride and bridal party to get ready. The pool table in the grooms room was a great addition for the grooms men. In addition to that, there are so many areas within the venue to take pictures - especially at night, the lighting is breathtaking.

You are in great hands with Samantha and Jennifer.

Anna Sent on 08/31/2015

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Yes, the venue is gorgeous and offers the best of both indoor and outdoor locations, but Samantha and the rest of the Gray Gables Estate team are tops when it comes to responsiveness, thoroughness and attention to detail. I thought planning my wedding as an out-of-state bride was going to be a nightmare, but Samantha made it stress free and worked to meet our budget. Mezzaluna caterers did a fantastic job on food and service, and we received many compliments from guests. We opted for a one-entree buffet meal and served late-night snacks. As newlyweds, we chose to eat privately in the cozy dining room of the main house. Servers prepared our plates and brought them to us. It was a perfect time for us to relax and talk about the ceremony before heading back into the fray. I also decided on the day of the wedding to do the sparkler send off and Samantha's response, "no problem." It can't be said enough how great the Gray Gables planning team is to work with. Three months later, people are still telling us how much fun they had at our wedding.

Christina Sent on 07/08/2015

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We just had our wedding at Gray Gables and it was a wonderful day. All of my guests commented on how beautiful the venue was. You wouldn't think this gem could exist behind a U-Haul building, but it does! We got married on the front lawn (no street noise!) and had our reception on the side/back yard area.
Jennifer is a wonderful wedding coordinator. She answered all our questions and helped so much with planning, layout design and coordinating with other vendors.
Gray Gables also has partnerships with other great vendors in the area, which is an awesome way to learn about other vendors and save some money.
Great venue and I definitely recommend it to others!

Serena Sent on 02/23/2015

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Absolutely love the team at Gray Gables. They take the stress away from wedding planning and help to create a magical fairy tale wedding. They have been so accommodating in making our dreams fit into our budget. I cannot wait for our special day!

Christina Sent on 10/02/2013

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We got married on September 1st at Gray Gables and could not be happier with our experiences with the venue and with Barb! We have heard from several of our friends and family that it was the best wedding they have ever been to! The venue and Barb are really to thank for this.

When we arrived at Gray Gables we were stunned at how naturally beautiful the venue was. It took our breath away. If you want to have an outdoor Oregon wedding we would highly recommend Gray Gables. When we arrived for our wedding, the grounds were absolutely perfect. The ceremony area can accommodate a large or small crowd and was perfect for our guests. The reception area is twenty feet from the ceremony and provides a seamless transition from ceremony to cocktail hour. Our guests were very pleased with how easy the layout of everything made things. Even though we were going to get married out of state we hadn't really thought of hiring a wedding planner. Barb Abalan was our wedding planner and day of coordinator. She was absolutely amazing to work with. Because we were planning from so far away, it was great to have Barb to help us take care of any issues that popped up. She is sweet, caring, and really thought of everything. We couldn't have imagined someone helping us as much as Barb helped us. She has done so many weddings and it shows in her preparation and attention to detail. Barb coordinated and worked with all of our venders on our behalf. It's impossible to have a perfect wedding but our experience at Gray Gables was about as close to perfect as one can be. The prices were very reasonable when compared to other places and the value was unmatched. We would have easily spent thousands of dollars more at other places just to get the benefits that were already included in our package at Gray Gables. Barb really helped us work within our budget and made the entire experience very stress free. We would highly recommend getting married at Gray Gables!!

-Christina and Ben

Stacey Sent on 09/09/2013

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My daughter was married at Gray Gables on July 20th. We were very pleased with the venue and especially pleased with Barbara (our wedding coordinator). The whole event went smoothly. There were no problems at all that we were aware of. Barbara kept things moving along at the correct pace and we had plenty of time for everything. The venue is beautiful and the service was great. I was impressed that so many things are included in the price. It took quite a bit of the stress off to know that I didn't have to plan everything. The food was great at the reception. When it was time to pack up our things, we found that Barbara had already done a lot of it and the left over food was packaged up and ready to take home. We didn't have to ask at all, it was done. I would recommend Gray Gables to anyone!

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My Husband and I recently got married on 12-12-12 at Gray Gables Estate, and we couldn't have been happier! When going to the estate for the first time, we were both absolutely amazed at how beautiful the venue was. It was clean, well maintained, and amazingly decorated. The venue isn't the only amazing thing though, Gray Gables also offers the most phenomenal service to help both the bride and groom as well as their family members feel comfortable and excited to host their special day at Gray Gables Estate. The wedding planners that are included with Gray Gables are their so that you and your family can leave the hassle of dealing with all the vendors and guests to them, and so that you can all enjoy your special day. It means a lot that your parents can actually enjoy your ceremony too instead of running around stressing out. And that's what Gray Gables gives you. Their team of highly trained wedding planners and advisers help to make your wedding a stress free day. We worked with Barb, and she was simply phenomenal. She contacted vendors with specific details, got everything in order, and even worked with us up until the day of the wedding with guest count changes and what we needed to bring and do. During the ceremony she made sure that my Husband and I were enjoying ourselves, and more importantly, she made sure that we got to eat too! She timed the event perfectly and makes sure that everyone is where they need to be, so that you don't have to worry. Gray Gables was completely lit up with twinkle lights all over the estate making for a magical evening. All of the guests were amazed at the beauty of the venue, and we continue to get compliments about the beauty and magical feeling that the venue provided. My mother was so very excited to be able to enjoy the wedding without having to worry about everything, and my Husband and I couldn't have been more excited and happy to have been married at this Estate.

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My daughter got married yesterday, 12/12/12, at Gray Gables Estate in Portland, OR.
The weeks an months preceding, have been hectic, and exhausting, as we try to iron out the details, and finish little wedding projects.
As crazy as everything has been, we got to Gray Gables, and all my anxiety, concerns, and panic disintegrated. The wedding planner, Barb, took over. I could be such a bug part of the wedding, and enjoy the ceremony, the food (excellent, by the way), and spend time visiting with guests. It really was a wonderful night, a night we'll always remember, and there is no place, that could be a more beautiful setting for a wedding. Even in December, the guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful it was, and how amazing the services, the venue, the whole environment was.
I would definitely recommend, to anyone, looking for a romantic, beautiful place to have a wedding go to Gray Gables. Meet with Barb, look at the grounds, some photographs of past weddings, and you'll know, you have found the perfect place to have a wedding! And, not only will it be an unforgettable night for you, but for everyone who attends as well.

Diane Sent on 06/19/2012

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Barb at the Gray Gables was amazing! She took care of everything and the day just went by without a hitch. I'm so grateful for her caring kind attitude. By the end of the experience it was like she was a part of the family. The venue is beautiful and very well kept. Food is fantastic! Everything was amazing! If you can upgrade I'd definitely recommend doing it. Less headaches and so much more time to enjoy the day!

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I was married at Gray Gables Estate on May 27. To sum up the experience in just one word would never do. This place is amazing! I was planning my wedding from accross the country and could never have planned a successful wedding and reception without Genevieve, my incredible coordinator and Barb too of course who answered all of my questions and kept me from losing my mind. Thank you so much for all of your help you two!! You are wonderful and amazing women and you made my wedding day the wedding I have always dreamed of. The grounds are gorgeous! The reception hall and alter were beautiful and I was allowed to make it my own. My guests had a great time and we did too. You took the stress from us completely and we were able to just enjoy our day with our family and friends. Genevieve also managed to get pink lipstick out of the bottom of my wedding gown (the tulle). I was freaking out but her calm and reassuring words helped me to relax. I could never say thank you enough and I will always remember my wedding day with nothing but happiness and joy. If you are looking for the perfect place to get married, get married here!

Joy Sent on 11/23/2011

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I can't say enough for how pleased we were with our wedding at Gray Gables Estate! Everything went exactly as we had hoped and the venue was absolutely gorgeous. Barb was our consultant and she was absolutely wonderful! She went above and beyond to help us think through each detail of our wedding, met with us on various occasions so we could see the venue and show it off to out of town guests prior to the wedding. It was so great to have her as a day-of consultant as well. She was integral to ensuring that our wedding went off without and hitch and she did so quite brilliantly! Our wedding would not have been as much of a success without her. She helped make us feel incredibly special on our big day.

The venue is absolutely perfect for weddings because it has the wonderful outdoor ambiance (complete with awesome twinkly lights) as well as a great reception hall. The cake even has its own designated bay window! I would do my wedding here again in a heartbeat.

Genny Sent on 09/27/2011

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Gray Gables is the best place for a wedding. Genevieve is the best coordinator anyone could ask for. It seems a bit expensive at first but when you go look at other venues and realize everything else you will have to add and/or do yourself it is generally the same or less to go with Gray Gables and you have a stress free wedding which is priceless. I enjoyed my daughters wedding and didn't have to lift a finger. I recommend this venue highly! Thank you GG for giving my daughter and her husband the wedding of their dreams.

Zain Sent on 09/09/2011

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Can you imagine in the process of wedding planning and the stresses it brings, having your wedding venue burn down 2 weeks before your wedding and come to the realization the venue owners were lying and cheating you the entire time? That is what happened to us. We were planning on having our wedding at the View Point Inn. Two and half weeks before our wedding we heard news of the venue catching fire. The destruction was devastating beyond immediate repair. We then found out that the owners let their fire insurance lapse and had to file for bankruptcy. They had no remorse for the soon-to-be brides and did nothing to help out the new situation.

We thought our storybook wedding would never happen. After putting 8 months into preparing and planning we watched as all our hard work seemed to burn to the ground. When we thought we had nowhere to turn Gray Gables made our dream wedding come true. We met with Barb who is a coordinator at the venue and told her our story. Within the same day she worked with us and did all she could to reconstruct our vision.

Barb and the Gray Gables team went above and beyond to map out a menu, coordinate the fine details such as decorations, and any other dreams we had. She did such an amazing job coordinating and had a calm demeanor I felt unexpectedly relaxed despite our circumstances. She worked with the colors we had already picked out (Tiffany Blue…which they have perfect new Tiffany Blue napkins), helped with our menu (the food was astounding and complimented by our guests), and accommodated for any decoration ideas. She worked with our financial budget and sympathized with our situation.

Gray Gables proved to be an honest wedding venue. Integrity is evident and they can be completely trusted with one of the most important days of your life. Our story started with a tragedy and deception and ended with a happily ever after thanks to Barbara, Gray Gables Estate, and everyone on their team.

Brittany Sent on 05/19/2011

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My wedding was Feb. 17 2011, it was the greatest day of my life!!! It just so happened that around the same time I had booked my wedding I had recived a job promotion which made it to were I had little to no time to plan my wedding. Barbra at Grey Gables took 100% care of me, she was like my fairy god mother. If it wasnt for Barb and Grey Gables I am not sure what I would have done. All of the vendors that they recommend were amazing. Each one of them was a pleasure to work with. I would not have changed a thing about my special day it was PERFECT!! THANK YOU BARB!!!

Camille Sent on 12/22/2010

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If we would have been married anywhere else I doubt our wedding day would have been so relaxing and enjoyable for us. Gray Gables staff will guide and take care of you on your special day. They know what they're doing so you don't have to! My guests raved about the wonderful time they had. Our wedding pictures look like a fairytale because of the beautiful setting. At night there are thousands of twinkle lights and it becomes even more magical. I don't see how anybody could go wrong by getting married at Gray Gables.

Bre Sent on 09/21/2010

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Gray Gables was perfect for our wedding. The place was absolutly beautiful and I didn't have one thing go wrong. My cordinator Barbara was amazing, I couldn't have done it without her. Very pleased, thank you so much for a great day! Love, Bre and Ben

Coreene Sent on 08/30/2010

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Gray Gables is a BEAUTIFUL venue for weddings of class, elegance and tradition. If you want that luxurious atmosphere with amazing service then this is the place to go! My coordinator at Gray Gables guided me with the best of her abilities and helped make the wedding planning a lot easier. The staff here has excellent customer service. You get what you pay for. The atmosphere is divine, the food is delicious and the service is fabulous. Their Open House events help introduce you to vendors who work with Gray Gables. It's a relief when venues and vendors can work together side by side to help make your day super special. Our wedding day was MORE than we could have ever imagined! Our coordinator was by our side the whole time. Everything was perfect! Gray Gables not only cares about your wedding day but they also care about YOU the bride.

I highly recommend this venue to any couple who desires to have a truly magical experience.

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Johnathan & Coreene Collins

Stephanie Sent on 08/25/2010

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Beautiful in a word! Genevieve was amazing. Truly made our day perfect....not one thing went wrong. It was perfect from start to finish. We would definitely recommend Gray Gables to anyone. Thank you for a beautiful day filled with so many wonderful memories.

Steph and Steve Polley

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Great place, professional staff. Beautiful.

Sachele Sent on 01/24/2010

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Grey Gables was a wedding dream come true! With less than 3 months to plan a full scale wedding Grey Gables was there to help us at every turn. Contacting and suggesting vendors that have worked with them before to ensure a great flow of our evening.

On our wedding day the staff was always present to help but never intrusive. They were there to keep you on track so you don't forget the cake cutting and bouquet toss. Never pushy but there with a gentle nudge in the right direction.

One of my favorite parts of Gray Gables was the ability to watch my guests arrive without being seen! The bridal suite overlooks the entrance but is hidden by the trees so you wont be seen even if your guests look up. Seeing their faces as they took in all of the natural beauty and grandeur was priceless!

Our day was one that not only my husband (it's so fun to say husband by the way) I will look back on fondly but our guests will as well!

Lilia Sent on 01/11/2010

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Wonderful! Beautiful! Easy! No worries! Fun! Perfect! Warm! Are just a few words how I describe Gray Gables and what they have done! Genevieve was my wedding planner and she was fantastic! i had the wedding of my dreams and it was thanks to Gray Gables! I still get goosebumps when I think about that day! I will remember it forever! Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication to make our dream come true!

Virginia Sent on 08/21/2009

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Gray Gables Estate is an elegant, sophisticated, and exceptionally beautiful ceremony and reception venue. Add to that the professional wedding coordinator they provide plus their wonderful caterer and you have the perfect combination.

We were looking for a venue that offered complete privacy for ourselves and our guests during the ceremony and reception. We did not want to use a hotel, country club or golf club house where guests or members can intrude into what should be a private celebration.

Olga Sent on 06/08/2009

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Our wedding coordinator, Barbara, was extraordinary! She definately knows what she is doing! She was wonderful to work with and everything went smoothly and according to plan (and if it didn't, we sure didn't notice anything wrong!) The price is a bit high, but they have alot to offer for that. Transportation, catering (the menu is unbelievable! So many amazing choices!), the centerpieces were beautiful and totally matched our wedding colors and the theme we were going for. Barbara was awesome at offering us all the advice we needed and was able to coordinate everything from band to photography with us and offer suggestions when we were unsure of what to do.

David Sent on 05/21/2009

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Susan and I could never have imagined how much Barbara, Clem, and the staff at Gray Gables genuinely care for people. Several vendors told us Barbara is one of the top wedding coordinators in all of Portland, now we know why. Susan and I could not have asked for a more beautiful wedding and we have you to thank for it.

Jessica Sent on 03/01/2016

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I am so glad I got married at Gray Gables. Jennifer was so helpful and so patient in answering my and my parent's million questions! She made sure everything went smoothly the entire day. She also recommended my cake and dj and her suggestions were fantastic! Jennifer did my flowers as well and they were amazing. It is a beautiful estate with lots of opportunity for great pictures, even in the winter. It was fun to have separate bride and groom houses to get ready in too!

Patti Sent on 04/01/2015

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Gray Gables was the most perfect place to start our new journey.

Jennifer, Sami and Bryce were absolutely amazing, always accommodating to our needs and always quick to respond to any question or concern we had.

Jennifer walked us through every step, making sure everything was perfect!

All our guests were astounded with the beauty of the surroundings, the elegance and how delicious the food & drinks were, especially their champagne.

For all that we received, we found the cost very reasonable and worth every penny!!

Absolutely one of the best moments of my life and it went better than even I imagined.

I guarantee you won't be disappointed!!!!

Thank you Gray Gables Estate for everything!

Patti Dorsey.

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If I had to narrow my compliments down to one word it would be: Genevieve. This was the only venue we looked at because it was the first and once we'd met Genevieve there was no question. The main things she brought to the table were trust and peace of mind. She made our day so enjoyable as we just knew we didn't need to have a single worry. As for the venue, it was even better than anticipated. It became evident at the reception that it was a team effort including staff members that I vaguely remember seeing here and there in the midst of the fun... so efficient and professional. Thank you, Gray Gables!

Margaret Sent on 11/07/2011

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Our wedding went great with Gray Gables Estate. Genevieve was so great to work with. I never knew what having a wedding coordinator really meant. I figured oh they are there to make sure we are booking vendors and details in time. On the day of our wedding I finally figure it out.....Genevieve meant we didn't worry about one thing that happened that day, she made sure everything went off and around the time it should. We didn't think about when are we doing the cake, or toasting or any of that stuff. It just happened and left us to enjoy our day and have fun. We had about 100 people at our wedding and I felt like that was such a perfect size there, not too crowded outside in the ceremony or even inside for the reception.

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Fairytale Wedding

Had the most wonderful experience with this venue! Not only is it beautiful but Jennifer was amazing throughout the whole planning process and the day of! We had one issue along the way with the picking out our chairs but the rest of our experience was so good it made up for that. The food was amazing, the staff very professional, and it was very easy to get in touch when I had questions or needed something. They even took my special request and folded the napkins a specific way I wanted!

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Samantha and the team at Gray Gables were amazing! We planned our wedding from out of state so it was nice to have a team we could rely on to make out wedding day exactly as we had imaged plus more! The venue was amazing and our guests are still talking about how great the food was! Gray Gables was the perfect venue for our wedding.

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Gray Gables Estate was my first choice from the start. When my fiance went to tour it with me, he looked at me and just told me to book it that day. We can't say enough about how amazing Jennifer and her team are! She always responded quickly with the many questions I had throughout everything and was so accommodating to any needs we had. Our wedding day went so smooth!! If anything did go wrong, I still don't know about it. Jennifer made sure everything stayed on time which was so appreciated. The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking. We still have so many of our guests complimenting us on how beautiful the day was. We would highly recommend this venue to everyone!!

Lianne Sent on 08/08/2016

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I recently got married here and it was the PERFECT night! As soon as we visited this venue we knew it was where we wanted to get married. The gardens and landscape look stunning and the ballroom is beautiful!! It was nice spaces for both the groom and bride to get ready. We worked with Samantha and she was so easy to work with, answered questions quickly and patiently, and was very professional. Our entire wedding process went smoothly and was even better than I envisioned it. Samantha worked hard the day of making sure everything was set up properly, looked nice, and made sure things were perfect for our special day. She went above and beyond our expectations. I highly recommend this venue!

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Gray Gables Estate made planning our wedding reception very easy and it was a picture perfect wedding. The grounds was absolutely beautiful and picturesque. The wedding parties had adequate space to hang out and get ready for the wedding without any hiccups. The staff was outstanding and quickly accommodated any need for any individual. I have only praise for Gray Gables Estate and absolutely no complaints. I would recommend this venue to any person looking to have a beautiful stress free wedding.

Veronica Sent on 07/02/2014

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The staff and food were great! Received so many compliments. They even prepared a special vegan meal for our pastor

Elizabeth Sent on 03/01/2011

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My husband and I got married at Gray Gables on February 19, 2011. I am extremely happy with our choice to get married there, and had a wedding that was truly more wonderful then I could have ever hoped for. Our cordinator Genevieve was absolutly wonderful. I know she has planned dozens weddings (if not hundreds), but never once did I feel like I was just a number, or like anything was more important to her then our special day. We had several meetings before the wedding and found that we could be as involved or uninvolved in the planning as we wanted. The day of the wedding all my bridesmaids kept asking why I wasn't more stressed out about everything, and it's because I knew I was being taken care of so well by Genevieve and the rest of the staff. My mother, mother in-law and bridal party were so happy that they did not need to worry about setting up the venue, or staying late to clean up (Gray Gables takes care of that!), so they were able to be relaxed as well. I could go on and on about how everything from the food to the decorations were perfect, but what I really liked was how Genevieve paid attention to little details (my favorite color is pink, so whenever she would get me a drink at the wedding it had pink straws).

I really cannot say enough nice things about this venue, All of my friends were prepairing me for something to go wrong, saying those were the most special moments. I am so happy to say that not 1 thing went wrong at our wedding, so my memories of the wedding are completely perfect!

Denee Sent on 01/31/2011

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The staff at Gray Gables were very attentive, professional, and accommodating. The venue was absolutely gorgeous! Our guests still rave about the place. Not to mention, the food was outstanding. Thank you, Gray Gables!

Robin Sent on 10/25/2010

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We had our wedding in July 2010 at Gray Gables. The staff was very helpful and professional throughout the planning process. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. We got so many compliments on how beautiful our wedding was, the grounds, the food, etc. The Gray Gables wedding planners did a wonderful job and made the wedding planning process stress free - and made for the perfect wedding day!

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We were extremely happy we chose Gray Gables for our wedding venue. Sam is wonderful, and made the entire process a lot easier with frequent check ins and made sure the day went smoothly. Our guests LOVED the gardens around the Estate and the service. This place is beautiful during the daytime but really shines as a magical city escape at night. Highly recommend this venue for any event.

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Such a Gorgeous Venue! All of my guest complimented how pretty it was. We got Married in June and were able to do everything outside. All of their staff were so sweet, polite, and easy to work with. The food was beyond delicious and everyone was impressed with that, it's hard to find great Wedding food. Having a day of Coordinator was a life saver, Jennifer was so organized and was able to help with all the details. My Wedding day was seriously a dream come true with zero stress. Thank You Gray Gables!

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The venue is very beautiful with everything a bride and groom need for a wedding. On the actual wedding day the staff went to work and the service was absolutely superb. The only minor thing we found lacking was in the communications leading up to the event. Often times we'd have a question and there was no one available to talk with us. We actually ended up going to other vendors to get answers. There also seems to be a communication breakdown between Gray Gables and their vendors with processes and pricing.

Erin Sent on 10/17/2010

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I just got married two weeks ago at Gray Gables. Planning a wedding in Portland from where I live in Maryland was a daunting task at first. I actually didn't even see Gray Gables in person until after we had already booked there! But my mom and my sister went and saw it and knew that it was the perfect place for my wedding, and they were right! Genevieve, my wedding coordinator at Gray Gables, really helped make the entire process so smooth and low stress. There is no substitute for experience and they have it in spades! The venue is absolutely beautiful and all my guests had a great time. The food was wonderful and everything worked seamlessly. My only complaint was that when we fell behind schedule on the day of the event, they were pretty persistent about letting me know that we were behind, which is really the last thing a bride wants to hear! It did not allow me to enjoy myself as much as I would have otherwise. However, my husband solved the problem by paying for an extra half hour of time on the estate and then I was able to relax. I would definitely recommend Gray Gables, especially if you are planning a wedding from long distance. The help you receive from the staff will take a lot off your shoulders.

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We booked gray gables for our wedding almost a year before the date. From the beginning of the process our coordinator, Genevieve, had all the information we needed to plan out our wedding. She even had a calendar of when all the different things should be done by and booked by, which was very helpful. Each scheduled meeting helped keep us on track and stay on top of the things we needed to get done, which is especially helpful when you have a wedding that is almost a year away. Another great advantage of working with gray gables is their preferred vendor list. Everytime we would meet with vendors and tell them that we were getting married at gray gables their immediate response would be along the lines of "oh, ok no problem.". Many of the vendors around the Portland area have been working with gray gables for many years, which makes the coordination between the vendors and the facility a breeze. Genevieve was always very helpful and patient through out many decision changes, even up to a month before the wedding. They also have an open house in feburary for the coming summer events that showcases different vendors and also their catering choices. It was a fun event to get re-energized for the planning process. Gray gables takes care of so many things that it saves so much time, especially for busy people like us. They were one of the more expensive venues that we looked at, but it has been worth every penny because of how easy it has been to plan our wedding.

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It is three months from my wedding date and I just have to say that this has been one of the most wonderful experiences I have ever had! I get Calls from Barb, one of the wedding consultants, to help keep me on track! I have been told by so many that the engagement and planning the wedding will be so stressful and that I will be so happy when its over. I am honestly having a blast planning my wedding! They make everything so easy and its so organized! They seriously take care of everything!
If you want your parents to have nothing to do but show up and enjoy your wedding and If you want to make sure that everything goes the way you want it, get married and Gray Gables Estate! Its beautiful, and so inviting! you will be so glad you decided on this place! They will make sure your every need is taken care of!

Hope this helps you make a wonderful dicision!

Tammy Sent on 12/24/2009

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Gray Gables is a beautiful venue for a wedding. We worked with Genevieve, and she is the absolute best wedding coordinator ever! She took care of everything so that we didn't have to do anything the day of our wedding except to sit back and enjoy it. Genevieve makes it all seem so effortless.

As far as Gray Gables, it is magical! The outdoor pavilion is perfect for a summer wedding. The ballroom is absolutely gorgeous.

Overall, I can't imagine a better place for a wedding!

Kelly Sent on 08/12/2013

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Amazing grounds.absolutely the most romantic beautiful place for a night time wedding. Seriously unforgettable! Barbara was very accommodating and helpful. I did hear a couple guests tell me she was a little grumpy but she treated me the bride, and groom very well.. The cake from Beaverton bakery was amazing! I do recommend this place!

Kelly Sent on 05/24/2008

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My reception was beautiful, andeverything went smoothly.

User1131731 Sent on 04/10/2013

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This venue is beautiful, all around! There was some concern about the proximity of the main road and traffic noise, but I didn't notice it during our wedding. The coordinators are very friendly and helpful, and it was so nice to have someone else keeping track of time on the big day. It was a relief not to have to worry about the timeline and just enjoy the party!

Melissa Sent on 09/28/2012

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Gray Gables is a beautiful and stunning setting for your wedding. I absolutely love it and love that I had my event there. The pricing was a little challenging, so I had to have my wedding on a Sunday to make it work. Which was okay, but a lot of guests had to leave early because they worked on Monday so that was a bit disappointing. However, the wedding day went very smoothly and every one of our guests absolutely loved the beauty of the estate. The food selections that we chose were great! Our wedding planner Barb was very helpful and really made sure that I didn't freak out too much.

Jeff Sent on 10/10/2010

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Thank you so much to everyone who helped for our special day. you all made it truly amazing. Thsi place was by far the most beautiful place in the portland area, (I believe we looked at about 25 different venues before agreeing on this one). A little spendy, yes, however, every single penny was totally worth it once i saw my bride walk down that isle. If i had to do it again i would do everything the same way. thank you again. and a special thanks to Barbara, our son really loved you too.

--the Hunt Family

Emily Sent on 11/29/2015

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Things started a little rocky. For our tour of the grounds, we were 10 minutes early and the staff member was 30 minutes late. We ended up choosing the venue because it is absolutely beautiful! For the next meeting they were 50 minutes late. The caterer was with us and had to leave because they had been waiting so long. Not a good way for the first 2 meetings to go. It definitely had me worried, but then things turned around and they were right on time for everything else.

For the rehearsal and wedding day, they were amazing. They communicated very well and everything ran incredibly smooth. The venue was stunning! I got so many compliments on it. The place is spendy, but it is gorgeous and the day of your really don't have a single thing to worry about! It was so nice for my parents to be able to show up and enjoy the wedding, not feel like they needed to make sure everything ran according to plan. The staff at Gray Gables took care of that! Overall it is a great place to get married. The only downfall is that before the wedding I was stressed out because of the tardiness.

Melissa Sent on 05/12/2008

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Gray Gables is a beautiful and secluded venue in the Milwaukie area, and a good choice especially if you will have more than 75 guests. It is pricey but many things are taken care of for you so you don't have to worry (a wedding planner is included in the price, as well as ceremony & reception, catering, beverage, etc) They also recommend vendors that are familiar with their location. Sometimes I felt that the communication was not great, but our day still went very well and our planner kept things running smoothly. Only downside was that it rained so we couldn't have our ceremony out in the beautiful garden (they have an indoor option)... but that is not their fault. In fact, if you still want it outside they will do it for you - you just have to pay for tents. They are flexible with how you want the ceremony to go, and with outside vendors.
I do wish now, however, that I wouldn't have spent that much - and we were even in the off-season!

Jenn Sent on 02/05/2020

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Don't expect "above & beyond"

When we first booked our appointment to view the grounds, my (now) husband and I were in awe of the venue, and very excited to be working with the coordinator assigned to us. She was very kind and seemed genuinely excited for us.
As time went on, it seemed as though a lot of "hidden fees" began to come out. Every small detail had a price (which, yes, became quite common among most vendors when planning a wedding) but Gray Gables did a great job of acting like they cared about our budget and working with it, leading us to relax and trust them.
The night of our rehearsal, they had a curtain and chandelier arrangement set up (one of which we mentioned we liked early on in the planning process, but declined when hearing it was nearly $800 to have done). When reminded we didn't ask for this, but didn't mind keeping it up, we were told they would ensure it was taken down. (seemed silly to put in the extra work to undo it). At this time, we were also now told that we would need to pay for insurance if we were doing a sparkler exit, and that we had to buy our sparklers through the venue. 2 DAYS before our wedding! We had been discussing the sparkler exit for months.. and obviously had already purchased sparklers prior to two days before the big day..
I also received many complaints from both family and friends regarding our coordinator, which was just added stress that I didn't need. Our coordinator was nice to me, yet very short and unfriendly to everyone else. She made everyone feel as though they were just a nuisance to her.
My father also had to continue to restock the dessert table.. If they aren't the ones providing it, they won't be of any help...
Regardless, I had a fun and beautiful wedding. We loved our DJ (Bo, with John Ross Music), photo booth (Smile Photo Booth), and all of the wait staff and bartender at Gray gables.
I would only recommend this venue because it truly is stunning and their food is great. Just be careful with costs and be clear with what you want/are doing!

Stacey Sent on 01/24/2010

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I had a great wedding here and the day of I didn't realize anything had gone wrong but after the fact I found out that the coordinator turned off the air conditioning (when it was 91 outside) because too many people were going in and out of the doors. Also, I guess some of the food wasn't properly displayed (as in not sanitary). But like I said the day of I thought everything was great.

Angela Sent on 01/17/2011

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Gray Gables is a very beautiful place, but not worth the prive that you end up paying at the end. Before signing the contract the place sounded pretty reasonable. but after the contract has been signed they started charging for every little thing. And if they say you have a choice of colors, be ready to pay couple hundred extra for that. They promise a lot but there a lot of hidden fees. We went way over our budget and compare to other venues, it's very expensive for the value. They were very organized on the wedding day but constantly kept us in a rush through out the whole wedding day. We spent over $8000.00 for 5 hours just for the venue. Food wasn't enough even though we had 15 ppl not showed up and it wasn't that great.

Caroline Sent on 11/21/2011

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Loved the look of the location. Beautiful indoors and out. I was turned off by staff and the cost of the food. They require you use their food vendor. The food was not that great for the cost. When I would call, only once did I get my person live on the phone. I would have to leave a message and get a call back a day or more later for simple questions.

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