Il Bella Gardens Reviews

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• Zhane Sent on 09/05/2023
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  Beautiful Venue

  Their garden was beautiful! It felt like I was in a fairy tail because the greenery was enchanting! Outdoors space decorated very well along with the ceremony space. Callie and her mom we’re wonderful to work with. Everything in the garden was picturesque and captured the day perfectly. 10/10 would recommend if your looking for a garden wedding not too far from Charlotte.

  Their garden was beautiful! It felt like I was in a fairy tail because the greenery was enchanting! Outdoors space decorated very well along with the ceremony space. Callie and her mom we’re wonderful to work with. Everything in the garden was picturesque and captured the day perfectly. 10/10 would recommend if your looking for a garden wedding not too far from Charlotte.

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  Il Bella Gardens's reply:

  Oh my goodness, you are the sweetest! We TRULY enjoyed every moment of your special day. We have been waiting to see these beautiful pictures and are so thankful you shared them with us! We love both you and Keshawn and are so glad that y'all chose us:)
• Katie P. Sent on 03/31/2023
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  Storybook magical venue

  This venue was absolutely magic. We rented it for the weekend for our wedding, and could not have been happier with the whole experience. Callie and Chrystal are absolutely the best and worked so hard that weekend to make sure everything was perfect for us. They are a well oiled machine, handling our vendors day of, making sure everyone knew where they should be and when, helping get the wedding party down the aisle in the right order at the right time. They had such personalized service, and the venue is stunning. It was absolutely the storybook magical wedding we dreamed it would be. Everything was neat and clean, it all ran on time and professionally. If we could do it all over again, we’d choose them again.
  All photos attached to this review are by JCM Photography- Asheville (who we also highly recommend)

  This venue was absolutely magic. We rented it for the weekend for our wedding, and could not have been happier with the whole experience. Callie and Chrystal are absolutely the best and worked so hard that weekend to make sure everything was perfect for us. They are a well oiled machine, handling our vendors day of, making sure everyone knew where they should be and when, helping get the wedding party down the aisle in the right order at the right time. They had such personalized service, and the venue is stunning. It was absolutely the storybook magical wedding we dreamed it would be. Everything was neat and clean, it all ran on time and professionally. If we could do it all over again, we’d choose them again.
  All photos attached to this review are by JCM Photography- Asheville (who we also highly recommend)

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• Emily K. Sent on 11/10/2019
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  Amazing!

  Working with Kim has been a pleasure! Cannot wait for my big day!

  Working with Kim has been a pleasure! Cannot wait for my big day!

  Il Bella Gardens's reply:

  Thank you my very precious Emily for your kind words! You and Mr Hunter are such a delight and I am so excited to share this journey with you two! You guys are my blessings!!!!
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• Mattie S. Sent on 03/08/2021
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  Amazing! No better option

  Kim put us all at ease and helped our big day go so smoothly!

  Kim put us all at ease and helped our big day go so smoothly!
• Brianna R. Sent on 01/02/2020
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  Perfect in every way!

  Kim is such a wonderful person! She is extremely knowledgeable about the trade, keeps you on schedule so there's less stress, and always available to help last minute when something doesn't go as planned. She's even helped me sell things afterward! We have not a single regret. Love you Kim :)

  Kim is such a wonderful person! She is extremely knowledgeable about the trade, keeps you on schedule so there's less stress, and always available to help last minute when something doesn't go as planned. She's even helped me sell things afterward! We have not a single regret. Love you Kim :)

  Il Bella Gardens's reply:

  Brianna....WOW...what a blessing you, Carl and your beautiful families are to me!!!! It was such a delight sharing this journey with you all! I was just reflecting on your wedding yesterday and how perfect and beautiful your sunrise pictures were as well as every special detail of the ceremony as well as the first dance, to the meal...wow...EVERYTHING! What a pleasure you are...you guys will always be a part of the family! We love you! Thank you for taking the time to review us. Larry and Kim McIlwaine
• Ashley B. Sent on 01/09/2019
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  Just like home

  Growing up in the woods in northeast PA, this place was like being home. I felt so comfortable from the start. Kim is just the sweetest person I've met. She is experienced, accommodating, warm, and welcoming!

  Growing up in the woods in northeast PA, this place was like being home. I felt so comfortable from the start. Kim is just the sweetest person I've met. She is experienced, accommodating, warm, and welcoming!

  Il Bella Gardens's reply:

  My sweet Ashley!! Thank you for your review! I am very grateful that you have been placed in my life to share this amazing journey with you and Chris! I am looking forward to spending time with you both as we begin planning for your wedding! We are going to have the most AMAZING time EVER!!!! Lots of love to you! Kim
• Lynette T. Sent on 04/22/2019
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  Niece’s wedding

  As a wedding planner, caterer & cake maker in my spare time, I was a little concerned about handing over the reins to another person, but Kim surpassed all my expectations!! She knows what she is doing & will put you at ease on your Big Day!! I have been to plenty of venues & this one was by far my most favorite!! Plenty of photo ops & different locations to take photos. You won’t go wrong if you choose Il Bella for your wedding!! I hope to come back here when the next family member needs to get married!!

  As a wedding planner, caterer & cake maker in my spare time, I was a little concerned about handing over the reins to another person, but Kim surpassed all my expectations!! She knows what she is doing & will put you at ease on your Big Day!! I have been to plenty of venues & this one was by far my most favorite!! Plenty of photo ops & different locations to take photos. You won’t go wrong if you choose Il Bella for your wedding!! I hope to come back here when the next family member needs to get married!!

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• Kimberly H. Sent on 01/15/2019
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  Amazing Place, Amazing People!

  I could write a whole novel about how amazing Kim and Larry Mcllwaine and II Bella Gardens is. The hard work, love, and excellence they put into this wedding venue is one of the many reason I choose to get married at II Bella. Kim made sure I had the wedding of my dreams and that everything ran smoothly during the whole process. The location is breath taking and can be transformed in so many ways! Kim will help take care of all your needs, questions to where you as a bride can have the most magical day. I came into her office with a vision and she helped make my wedding a fairy tale dream. You can honestly tell they put their heart and souls into this place and it shows. Kim and Larry have become family to my husband and I and we will forever share all of life special moments with them. Il Bella and the Mcllwaines will always have a special place in our hearts.

  I could write a whole novel about how amazing Kim and Larry Mcllwaine and II Bella Gardens is. The hard work, love, and excellence they put into this wedding venue is one of the many reason I choose to get married at II Bella. Kim made sure I had the wedding of my dreams and that everything ran smoothly during the whole process. The location is breath taking and can be transformed in so many ways! Kim will help take care of all your needs, questions to where you as a bride can have the most magical day. I came into her office with a vision and she helped make my wedding a fairy tale dream. You can honestly tell they put their heart and souls into this place and it shows. Kim and Larry have become family to my husband and I and we will forever share all of life special moments with them. Il Bella and the Mcllwaines will always have a special place in our hearts.
• Britney Sent on 10/29/2018
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  Couldn’t be happier

  This place is absolutely beautiful!!! Kim goes out of her way to please her brides. She takes care of everything that you need. If you are wanting an outdoor wedding then check this place out. It is so beautiful. On your wedding day take time to soak it all in, it goes by so fast. I had the most perfect day and I can’t thank Kim enough for being so amazing!

  This place is absolutely beautiful!!! Kim goes out of her way to please her brides. She takes care of everything that you need. If you are wanting an outdoor wedding then check this place out. It is so beautiful. On your wedding day take time to soak it all in, it goes by so fast. I had the most perfect day and I can’t thank Kim enough for being so amazing!

  Il Bella Gardens's reply:

  Britney....you are so precious!!! I can’t thank you enough for the opportunity to share this journey with you, Thom and your families!!! I am forever thankful for you guys! Thank you for this beautiful review! We love to watch two people so in love make this covenant to love each other for a lifetime! I love you guys!
• Icilda Sent on 08/29/2018
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  Our son got married at Il Bella Gardens March 31st and we couldn’t have been more thrilled! We don’t know which was lovelier, the grounds and amenities or the couple that owns it. They had so much to offer in their package and it was such a treat to work with Kim and Larry. We would highly recommend this place to everyone!

  Our son got married at Il Bella Gardens March 31st and we couldn’t have been more thrilled! We don’t know which was lovelier, the grounds and amenities or the couple that owns it. They had so much to offer in their package and it was such a treat to work with Kim and Larry. We would highly recommend this place to everyone!
• Cassie Sent on 07/09/2017
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  Kim was amazing! Not only did the venue have many options as to where my ceremony could be held at but it also had a covered area for the reception that was invaluable. Kim helped plan everything and helped keep everything on schedule the day of. In my opinion she went above and beyond on the day of the wedding. It started raining less than an hour before the ceremony was scheduled to start and she immediately came up with a solution for the ceremony as well as where to put the live band that was originally set up outside. If you are looking for a beautiful outdoor venue with an awesome planner, Il Bella is the place to go!

  Kim was amazing! Not only did the venue have many options as to where my ceremony could be held at but it also had a covered area for the reception that was invaluable. Kim helped plan everything and helped keep everything on schedule the day of. In my opinion she went above and beyond on the day of the wedding. It started raining less than an hour before the ceremony was scheduled to start and she immediately came up with a solution for the ceremony as well as where to put the live band that was originally set up outside. If you are looking for a beautiful outdoor venue with an awesome planner, Il Bella is the place to go!
• Jenna Sent on 05/12/2016
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  I had the most fun working with Kim at Il Bella Gardens. She is so passionate about what she does and it truly shows every time you meet with her. The venue is absolutely gorgeous. If you like the outside, country atmosphere this place is the absolute best. You will not find a venue better than this or someone better to work with then you will find at Il Bella Gardens.

  I had the most fun working with Kim at Il Bella Gardens. She is so passionate about what she does and it truly shows every time you meet with her. The venue is absolutely gorgeous. If you like the outside, country atmosphere this place is the absolute best. You will not find a venue better than this or someone better to work with then you will find at Il Bella Gardens.
• Amber Sent on 05/01/2016
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  Kim and Larry are ABSOULTELY AMAZING! From preparing for our wedding over a year in advance up until the day of the wedding everything ran the exact way I always dreamed! They made all my dreams come to life and I couldn't haven't asked for anything more. There was tons of decor I was able to use to ensure I didn't spend a lot of extra money buying stuff I wouldn't use again. Kim worked hard to ensure I stayed on top of planning my big day and ran everything behind the scenes to ensure my day was perfect! It was everything I wanted and more!

  Kim and Larry are ABSOULTELY AMAZING! From preparing for our wedding over a year in advance up until the day of the wedding everything ran the exact way I always dreamed! They made all my dreams come to life and I couldn't haven't asked for anything more. There was tons of decor I was able to use to ensure I didn't spend a lot of extra money buying stuff I wouldn't use again. Kim worked hard to ensure I stayed on top of planning my big day and ran everything behind the scenes to ensure my day was perfect! It was everything I wanted and more!
• Tara Sent on 06/30/2015
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  I used this as my wedding venue and I couldn't have been happier!!! This venue has so much natural beauty and the wedding planner Kim is the absolute best!!! She is the sweetest most caring person and is so compassionate about wedding planning and helped me get through it so much easier and stress free!!! My wedding day was the best and most beautiful ceremony and reception and went perfectly!!! Strongly recommend this venue!!

  I used this as my wedding venue and I couldn't have been happier!!! This venue has so much natural beauty and the wedding planner Kim is the absolute best!!! She is the sweetest most caring person and is so compassionate about wedding planning and helped me get through it so much easier and stress free!!! My wedding day was the best and most beautiful ceremony and reception and went perfectly!!! Strongly recommend this venue!!
• Regina Sent on 06/03/2015
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  Kim and Larry were absolutely wonderful! Kim was there for us night and day through out our whole engagement. She helped me plan and visualized all of my ideas and not to mention, make them a reality. She was very professional and sweet. The venue was perfect, it had multiple sites on location to chose from for us to have the ceremony and the reception area was PERFECT! They even have a 5 bedroom house on site that we rented to stay in for the whole weekend! We couldn't have chosen a better location. Thank you Kim an Larry!
  
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  Kim and Larry were absolutely wonderful! Kim was there for us night and day through out our whole engagement. She helped me plan and visualized all of my ideas and not to mention, make them a reality. She was very professional and sweet. The venue was perfect, it had multiple sites on location to chose from for us to have the ceremony and the reception area was PERFECT! They even have a 5 bedroom house on site that we rented to stay in for the whole weekend! We couldn't have chosen a better location. Thank you Kim an Larry!
  
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• Brittany Sent on 11/24/2014
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  Kim at Il Bella Gardens is a dream come true! She is the best wedding coordinator and has the most beautiful outdoor wedding venue. Our wedding turned out EXACTLY how we wanted and the scenery at Il Bella Gardens makes the most beautiful pictures ever! Book Il Bella Gardens immediately for your wedding, you will be so happy you did!

  Kim at Il Bella Gardens is a dream come true! She is the best wedding coordinator and has the most beautiful outdoor wedding venue. Our wedding turned out EXACTLY how we wanted and the scenery at Il Bella Gardens makes the most beautiful pictures ever! Book Il Bella Gardens immediately for your wedding, you will be so happy you did!
• Megan Sent on 07/28/2014
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  Kim and the Il Bella staff made sure that we had the wedding of our dreams. I cannot even begin to thank them enough for all that they did to make our big day perfect!

  Kim and the Il Bella staff made sure that we had the wedding of our dreams. I cannot even begin to thank them enough for all that they did to make our big day perfect!
• Megan Sent on 04/30/2014
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  Our wedding was beautiful! We were married nestled in the woods where the Beautiful Mrs.Kim and Larry the owners..planted us grass so we could be married in this little sancruary. Best day of our life :)

  Our wedding was beautiful! We were married nestled in the woods where the Beautiful Mrs.Kim and Larry the owners..planted us grass so we could be married in this little sancruary. Best day of our life :)
• Debra Sent on 03/31/2014
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  Our daughter's wedding and reception was all we had ever dreamed of for her. Over the months and weeks leading up to the wedding, Kim McIlwaine worked tirelessly with us to make sure that every single detail that our children wanted was attended to. She was calm, patient, and understanding and worked very hard for us with each of our vendors. When we chose Il Bella Gardens we did so because of the breathtaking beauty of the venue, but we now realize that we got the location and so much more. We got Kim McIlwaine. By the time of the wedding, we were actually able to enjoy the entire event. Il Bella Gardens and Kim McIlwaine come highly recommended! Signed, A Very Satisfied Mother of the Bride

  Our daughter's wedding and reception was all we had ever dreamed of for her. Over the months and weeks leading up to the wedding, Kim McIlwaine worked tirelessly with us to make sure that every single detail that our children wanted was attended to. She was calm, patient, and understanding and worked very hard for us with each of our vendors. When we chose Il Bella Gardens we did so because of the breathtaking beauty of the venue, but we now realize that we got the location and so much more. We got Kim McIlwaine. By the time of the wedding, we were actually able to enjoy the entire event. Il Bella Gardens and Kim McIlwaine come highly recommended! Signed, A Very Satisfied Mother of the Bride
• Hannah Sent on 03/18/2014
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  My husband and I were desperate by the time we went to tour Il Bella Gardens and meet with Kim. We had been to so many different venues, and every place we went was missing something. Unfortunately, the only days left open by the time we toured Il Bella were Sundays. However, we were so thrilled by what we saw and how we were treated that we decided a Sunday wedding would be perfect. From the first day we met with Kim, until our special day, we were treated like family. Il Bella Gardens transforms into a gorgeous place to have a wedding, and Kim makes planning your wedding so simple. I would be stressing out and so worried, and Kim made it so easy for me plan everything. Our special day went off perfectly because Kim had helped us plan everything out. She even helped me come up with ideas for music during the ceremony, create a beautiful centerpiece and table arrangement, and come up with other creative ideas!

  My husband and I were desperate by the time we went to tour Il Bella Gardens and meet with Kim. We had been to so many different venues, and every place we went was missing something. Unfortunately, the only days left open by the time we toured Il Bella were Sundays. However, we were so thrilled by what we saw and how we were treated that we decided a Sunday wedding would be perfect. From the first day we met with Kim, until our special day, we were treated like family. Il Bella Gardens transforms into a gorgeous place to have a wedding, and Kim makes planning your wedding so simple. I would be stressing out and so worried, and Kim made it so easy for me plan everything. Our special day went off perfectly because Kim had helped us plan everything out. She even helped me come up with ideas for music during the ceremony, create a beautiful centerpiece and table arrangement, and come up with other creative ideas!

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