Tanque Verde Ranch Reviews

The TVR was the perfect setting for our microwedding. We came all the way from Canada to have our wedding here! Giovanna made sure everything was arranged just how we wanted it, and the day of was seamless. The staff were so friendly and made sure all our guests were so well taken care of. Our driver, Michael, took us up to the Old Homestead for our sunset photos, he was an absolute angel and made our evening. We also stayed the night there after our wedding and the room was so cute and romantic with a fireplace, chocolate covered strawberries, and sparking wine! This place is certainly something special!

Absolutely outstanding on all accounts - venue, food, accommodation and service were top notch. If you want an elegant western wedding this is the place for you! Megan Ayers and the wedding team at Tanque Verde Ranch helped put together the wedding of my dreams. They listened to and delivered my brief even more beautifully than I imagined. Thank you so very much for everything.

Mackenzie and I recently had our wedding at the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, and could not be more pleased with the entire experience. A venue coordinator, Nicole Banek was wonderful. We did not have our own wedding planner, but Nicole was able to seamlessly guide us through the process of preparing for our wedding day - keeping us on schedule with our vendors, coordinating with us frequently to answer any questions that arose, and making sure that every detail with us and the vendors was synchronized for the wedding day. She was really pleasant and fun to work with, and I'd highly recommend the Tanque Verde venue and Nicole's professional expertise to any couples thinking about having their wedding at this beautiful and organized venue.

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I toured a couple other venues in town - Lowes, Hacienda Del Sol, Ventana Canyon. I found that the vibe I was going for (rustic, boho) was perfect with the barn at TVR. From the start, working with Megan, my site coordinator was great. Always very responsive to my emails. Super involved throughout my whole planning process in coordination with my wedding planner. The view of the mountain behind the stage was stunning. I loved that you could do an outdoor ceremony like I did, but could easily move into the barn if the weather decided to change. The food was also DELICIOUS and I am still getting 10/10 reviews from guests. We went with a buffet style and it flowed so well with the staff. The night truly went so smoothly and it was better than I ever could have dreamed!

We could not have dreamt up a better venue, location, aesthetic, staff, etc. for our wedding! Aside from the beautiful landscape, what really drew us in was the ability to stay on property and have all of our friends & family book here as well (*only challenge was limited rooms and, if they didn't book right away, prices continually increased). It felt like we were at summer camp- everyone gathering in the dining hall for breakfast and lunch, and meeting up for happy hour drinks at the saloon. And there were so many activities for our guests to enjoy throughout the weekend (lounging by the year-round heated pool & jacuzzi, horseback riding, hiking, archery, etc.). And the wedding venue itself was spectacular - the staff is so warm and welcoming, extremely accommodating, and the food was great!! We planned on doing our rehearsal at Cottonwood Grove, but it got rained out. The staff was quick to move it to an indoor location and even kept the saloon open after hours so we could continue the celebrations. Best weekend at the best venue ever! We can't wait to come back and celebrate anniversaries! Regarding our vendors, we partnered with DJ Phil Montes, florist Alexis Grace Florals, photographer/videographer Meagan Getz, hair / make-up artist ‘I Do Hair and Makeup Artistry’, and shuttle service Mountain View Tours. They have all worked with Tanque Verde Ranch, so were very familiar with the space and staff. Absolute best vendors of all time- our wedding went off without a hitch!!

Our wedding at TVR was a dream come true. We had two main goals for a venue: (1) we wanted dinner outside and (2) we wanted a dreamy desert backdrop. We visited so many venues, but when we stepped foot on the TVR Barn we knew instantly that it was our spot. The Barn is the perfect wedding venue. We hosted the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner outside on the Barn lawn and then moved the dancing and reception inside the Barn. It was perfect. The saguaro backdrop on the Barn lawn at golden hour is absolutely breathtaking. Dinner under the stars was perfect (they even provided space heaters!). And when we moved the party inside, the staff opened up the Barn doors so it was a seamless, fluid space. I could write a short novel about how great TVR was, but here are the highlights: the Barn has its own kitchen, bar, bathrooms, and parking lot so you have privacy and incredible service from the staff; the ability to open the Barn doors allows you to maximize your use of the space; it is absolutely gorgeous inside and out -- we were showered with compliments from our guests; the food was fantastic; and, although it may feel pricey, you get so much bang for your buck. Last, but most importantly, the staff is incredible. We worked with Hanna and Megan as our venue coordinators and they absolutely killed it. (Shout out to Dillion for absolutely crushing coordination during the reception!) Hanna and Megan were so patient with all our questions and concerns and brilliant with creative solutions. Megan executed our event with professionalism, kindness, support, and creativity. As we worked through the budget, menu, floor plan, and timeline, Meg offered top tier communication, suggestions, and execution. If I could do it all over again, I’d book TVR day 1!

Megan was amazing. She helped with all the details from start to finish. She was very knowledgeable and helpful with the process. Tovia was incredible with helping to take us where we needed to be and assisting with other errands as they came up. Greg was fantastic. He provided more than just food and drinks and was available for anything needed. It could not have gone better. Everyone was extraordinarily helpful and very kind.

We got married at the ranch last year and it was an incredible experience. We had our ceremony and reception at the barn. It was beautiful and we could not be happier we chose The Ranch. Not only is it a beautiful venue with amazing views but the staff made it easy for us. I was finishing up graduate school while planning the wedding and they took so much off my plate which I was extremely grateful for. We worked with Hanna, and I really believe the day ran so smooth because of her and the staff. They were very nice and friendly to work with.

We did not want to spend as much money on floral, which made me worry the space would feel too “bare”. But because the building is already beautiful you can use as much, or as little floral it will feel elegant. It is a space that looks great simple or grand. We also had about 85 guests which seems on the smaller side, but the space didn’t feel too big. Most of our guests were from out of town so having onsite lodging was important. It was also nice to stay onsite the night before, that made the weekend less stressful! Another great thing that I did not expect was how good the food and drinks were going to be. I feel like it’s common for wedding venues to slack on the food, but the food was AWESOME. We left our tasting excited to come back and eat.

Overall, we loved our experience and if you’re venue shopping you should definitely check it out!

When we first stepped foot into the barn, it took our breath away! I instantly got all giddy and didn't want to continue the venue search. Having our wedding at the barn was a dream come true! There is no other venue like it in Tucson. The ceremony space on the barn lawn overlooks the saguaro national park with the Rincon mountains in the distance. So picturesque! The lawn is also perfect for cocktail hour. Plenty of room to mingle and even have a few games to stay entertained (corn hole, giant Jenga, Sparky the fake bull to practice your lasso skills). Then you move inside the barn for the reception. So many aspects of the room are so impressive. From the chandelier to the mesquite bar top to the 18 foot fireplace that is the perfect focal point for your sweetheart table. Other than the inarguable beauty of the venue, the staff and food is much to admire. Every vendor that we hired was so ecstatic to hear our wedding was being held at the barn. They love the venue and the staff! And we agree! The staff, especially Hanna, our wedding coordinator, were exceptional! They made us feel like royalty! All staff was so kind, attentive, and accommodating. AND THE FOOD!! Usually wedding banquet food is nothing to even mention. But the food at the ranch is exquisite! Countless wedding guests complimented the food!! We could not have had a more magical and perfect wedding! We have the Tanque Verde Ranch to thank! Can't wait to celebrate all our anniversaries to come. I can guarantee many of them will be spent at the ranch! Thank you!!

We cannot say enough positive things about TVR as a wedding venue. We had originally scheduled with them in May 2020 but then rescheduled for September 2022. We did have some snafus regarding the contract and they asked us to re-sign, - I think we paid a little more and got a little less, but they did keep our food/beverage prices the same and they comp-ed the honeymoon suite, so it worked out well enough in the end. For the money we spent, we are very happy with what we received.

We had our ceremony at Cactus View, our reception in Saguaro Room, and these two areas really made the wedding. We didn’t need many flowers and our centerpieces were cobbled together at Home Depot/Michael’s (terra cotta pots with cacti plus hurricane vases filled with sand and cacti/candles), plus we splurged on some uplighting for the room and cake. We re-purposed ceremony florals and the room looked INCREDIBLE. Of course the natural beauty of Cactus View was all that was really needed for the ceremony (plus chuppah and minimal flowers). We planned for a sunset wedding (ceremony starting 45 minutes before sunset), but given the heat if we had to do it again, we'd probably start the ceremony AT sunset instead of before - I'm sure the string lights would've looked fantastic with some uplighting of the arbor.

The staff was incredible - Hanna did great at coordinating and the support staff (driving golf carts, room service, etc…) were hands down the nicest and most down-to-earth people I have ever met in the service industry.

Food was phenomenal. Prior to the weekend we went out to eat at several Tucson restaurants and so the bar was set pretty high, but TVR nailed it. TVR had estimated a higher alcohol bill, but the final bill came in lower than expected.

The Saguaro Room is on the smaller size so it is perfect for making an intimate reception seem more grandiose (we had 75 or so guests). We had initially invited 120 and I imagine the room may have felt VERY full with that number. The dance floor was small, but that kind of worked for us because we’re not a big group of dancers.

Tanque Verde Ranch is such an incredible location for a wedding!
We fell in love with the barn after the first time we toured it and each time we visited over the year of planning we were more and more excited about our decision. Our wedding day was perfect! The ceremony backdrop with the Saguaro National Park is breathtaking, the Barn lawn with string lights and desert landscape is beautiful and the variety of spots across the ranch made incredible photo locations.

It was not only the beautiful ranch that made our wedding day so wonderful, but the entire TVR staff. We had the pleasure of working with Hanna over the past year. She was beyond helpful and amazing to work with. Very professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and really good at what she does! Hanna made the planning process so smooth with her attention to detail, the information she provided, checklists, and all advice. From the initial steps in planning, to the rehearsal, and the day of, we were so thankful to have Hanna's support bringing everything together. All of the staff we worked with were extremely nice, helpful and professional. Dan the shuttle driver, Greg during the reception, and the bartenders, we couldn't have asked for a better team. They truly make sure you and your guest are taken care of throughout the day!

The food was incredible and even 2 weeks after our wedding, we are still getting messages about the incredible appetizers, delicious dinner options, and late night food! If you are looking for an exceptional wedding venue, with plenty of space, indoor/outdoor options, perfect desert views, and an all star team, we HIGHLY recommend Tanque Verde Ranch!!

I couldn’t say enough good things about Tanque verde ranch! The team there is there for you throughout your wedding! The ranch caters so well to children, but at the same utime you feel relaxed and not bothered by them. The rooms and location are a dream and the food, is amazing!!!! So happy I picked this venue!

Our wedding at The Barn at the Tanque Verde Ranch was an absolute dream! The staff was great to work with and responsive during wedding planning. Our guests loved our venue, especially those who came from out of state and got to experience the beauty of the Arizona desert. I can't say enough how happy I am that our wedding was at the TVR. Highly recommend!

The Barn is elegant with a western flare. The location is absolutely beautiful up against the mountains & Saguaro National Park. All the employee's at the ranch were the best, always extremely helpful and always with a smile. I highly recommend The Barn at Tanque Verde Ranch for your special Day.

Look no further, you have found the perfect wedding venue to get married at. I can not express my gratitude enough, thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this day what I had always dreamed of since I was a little girl. I got to live my fairytale dream!

I signed a contract to get married at the Barn at Tanque Verde Ranch in 2019 before COVID started and before the Barn was even built. The first time I saw the barn built, I could not even believe what I was seeing, they exceeded my expectations and it is so beautiful. I, like many other brides, had to postpone my wedding due to COVID. I could not have asked for the process to be smoother. They were understanding and willing to help in whatever way they could. I worked with two wedding coordinators (one who opted to start her own business and left the ranch and Hanna Pease) throughout my time with them, I do not have one bad thing to say about either of them. I only can continue to rave about the superior service I received. Without the help I received from them and the rest of the ranch, my wedding would not have been as spectacular as it was. Tanque Verde was a true partner at my side with me every step of the way. They could not have been more supportive or understanding. The ranch is beautiful! The barn is beautiful! The food is amazing and the staff does anything they can to go above and beyond. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Nicole at TVGR was just spectacular to work with. The wedding of our dreams became our reality thanks to her hard work and the ranch's beautiful scenery, amazing Barn facilities, delicious food, and unique charm.

We absolutely loved everything about having our wedding at the barn. First, both the ranch and the barn itself are beautiful. Most of our guests had never been to a desert wedding before and loved it. Second, all of the staff we worked with (especially Nicole who was our primary contact) at the ranch were friendly, thoughtful, and meticulous. We had to postpone our wedding because of covid, and they helped us through the planning process, and made sure our various covid concerns were addressed. The barn opens almost entirely on one side which means it has great airflow, and the venues at the ranch where we had our auxiliary events were all outside (Cottonwood Grove and Rincon Terrace). The staff all wore masks, and we were able to have staff serve food at the events where we had a buffet. Tucson was a destination wedding for us, and we were able to do all of the planning remotely.

On the day of the wedding, the ranch staff handled shuttling us around the property numerous times, and made sure we had transportation to and from sunset photos. They made sure we (bride & groom) ate during cocktail hour, helped with the bustle on my dress, and cleaned and decorated the bridal suite for us while we were at the reception. Also, the food at our rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, and post-wedding brunch were all delicious. We had multiple comments from guests about this.

Another plus of having our wedding at Tanque Verde Ranch was that all the other Tucson vendors we worked with were very familiar with it. Our florist, cake, and makeup vendors all knew exactly how to set up and where to go.

We would 100% recommend having your wedding at Tanque Verde Ranch.

Nicole at Tanque Verde was a dream to work with. We had a lot of particularities with our Jewish wedding, including kosher needs and differing requests related to beverage packages, and Nicole was always kind, generous, and helpful with us acheiving our vision while staying within our means. We realized quickly it is rare to find vendors that are willing to be honest with you about how to achieve what you want while staying within your budget, and Nicole (and TVR) was one of them. They were helpful in switching our date once COVID hit as well. We met Quinn closer to our date, but the two of them really helped execute our perfect wedding. Thank you so much!

My husband and I were blessed enough to be able to use The Barn at Tanque Verde Ranch for our wedding on May 8, 2021. Tanque Verde went above and beyond with everything. To start, the view and facility are already breathtaking, so very minimal decor was actually needed. The food provided by the venue was delicious, we still get praise from our wedding guests. Our day of coordinator was on top of every detail. Nicole was like a ninja the day of, everything went perfectly. Very few things actually went wrong. If I had not heard on the drivers walkie talkie I would never have known that the groomsmen forgot their boutonnieres in the groom's suite. To top that, Nicole was very responsive, and extremely patient with my almost every other day email (for 18 months) saying that I had thought of another 5-10 questions. She also worked diligently to ensure that every one in the wedding party that wanted to stay on site, was able to do so. Every woman imagines her dream wedding, because of Tanque Verde Ranch, the staff, and Nicole, I got to have mine.

We had our small ceremony here and it was WONDERFUL. Staff is nothing short of amazing, and were helpful in every single way. We could not have asked for a better place to have our wedding.

Planning THE perfect day is stressful enough but throwing in a Pandemic and Deadly Virus to the mix made it even more so. But thanks to Nicole Meiers and the wonderful team at TVR the booking, details, food, vendors, organization and so much more helped make the day incredible! Planning was simple, everything was exactly how we wanted it and the weather and venue itself just made all of our wedding wishes come true. TVR promises so much to help create your special day and not only live up to it but EXCEEDS! Beautiful location, friendly staff, helpful/stress-free planning, wonderful recommendations... Check, check, check and check!

We had such a great experience with the Tanque Verde ranch. The staff took care of everything! Everyone helped us not be stressed the day of our wedding and to us, that was very important and appreciated. Hanna, our coordinator always checked in and was mindful of our time and preferences. We would definitely recommend :)

We did a lot of research, A LOT! Called, emailed and toured with over a dozen different places. The second my husband and I stepped onto the Tanque Verde Ranch (TVR) property we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. Our wedding was postponed twice due to COVID-19 but we were finally able to get married this August at the Barn Venue. Throughout all the reschedules and changes, all the TVR staff were absolutely amazing.

We have been together for over 11 years, so we have been able to observe and learn from many of our friends and family that married before us. TVR was able to offer us everything we could possibly want. We had the most stunning venue, most friendly staff, best vendor team, best tasting food and drinks, and best of all - 75% of our guests stayed with us onsite at TVR. It was so fun each day seeing our friends and family at breakfast and walking around the property. We really wanted to provide a fun experience for all our guests that was more than just the 5 hour wedding. All our guests raved to us about how much fun they had hiking, horseback riding, swimming, visiting the saloon and more! I know many of them will be back to visit again.

I can't say enough about how amazing the staff at TVR are. So friendly, knowledgeable, kind and professional. Our point person was originally Sarah Detmer who we absolutely love! She was patient and thorough, I always had full faith in her and knew she would not miss a thing. It was very bittersweet when she told us she would be leaving TVR to start her own business. We wish her the best and definitely recommend her to anyone interested in event planning services! Luckily, after Sarah left, Hanna Pease stepped right in and helped take us to the finish line! And oh boy did she do incredible. She did not miss a beat, she was so professional and friendly and was able to manage every little detail with such grace. There were definitely some last minute scares, 2 vendors changed last minute with COVID, several guests backed out, and crazy whether the day of causing TVR staff to have to constantly reset and wipe down tables and chairs. Despite all these hiccups, Hanna made us feel like we had nothing to worry about, she helped us work out everything and made the wedding go off without any issues. Hanna is a rockstar and TVR is so lucky to have her, thank you so much Hanna!!! Also special shout out to Quinn, she helped Hanna and was also so talented and friendly the entire time. Thanks for your patience and expertise in managing all the room blocks.

If you are considering TVR for a wedding, corporate retreat, family reunion or anything at all, just do it! I promise you will not be disappointed. There is no place like it. Coming from two AZ natives who are used to seeing beautiful desert landscapes, TVR offers a very unique experience. Key Takeaways: 1 - TVR feels like a remote picturesque location but your 20 minutes from a store in case you forgot anything! 2 - Although the property is historic and full of neat stories, it is also completely updated and the rooms are very modern and comfortable. 3 - You will find no better team, the staff is what makes the experience memorable, you can tell they care about your experience treating you like family.

Thanks TVR for making our wedding better than we could have possibly dreamt of!!! We will be back often!!!

Working with TVR was a dream come true (without sounding too cliché). My husband and I got married May 2021 right after the vaccine was more widely distributed, but still universal hesitancy about covid & understanding protocols. Nicole and the TVR staff made sure we were very comfortable with our decisions, shepherding us through a really tough time and even serving as an unintentional counselor at times ha! (as if wedding planning isn't hard enough!). The extra value in their services is how much they really do want you and your family/guests to have a good experience. Nicole is EXTREMELY patient- my family can have a LOT of questions (rightfully so) but ensured we had everything exactly as we wanted. All our guests were able to get a hold of a real human at TVR and ask any questions they had about their stay and the views/entertainment they might want to experience. We had a lot of guests feel like they really had a vacation and wedding all in one as it's so relaxing on the ranch.

We got married at The Barn and boy is it stunning. Worth every penny. The waitstaff is exceptional and is so kind, too. I really feel like TVR is a second home- everyone is very welcoming and felt like a friend. Our guests were so impressed and I can't wait to spend some anniversaries there.

Do yourself a favor and make the easiest choice of your wedding planning process and choose TVR.