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    Dallas Sent on 01/09/2025
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    Beautiful venue, but traffic is LOUD!

    The Cordelle is such a beautiful venue but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t regret not taking a longer time to look at other places. The venue itself is gorgeous but comes with basically zero amenities (aside from 2 rolling bars and a table. That’s all that’s included.) And while it is very high-end, and has beautiful architecture, I would think again if an outdoor ceremony is important to you. It is so close to the highway that you can hear EVERY car pass by loudly. We were told the traffic sound really isn’t that bad on a weekend, which definitely wasn’t true. It was distractingly loud. So loud, in fact, that most of our guests didn’t even hear our ceremony (Although I can’t put all the blame on the Cordelle for that one, because our DJ did not have great equipment to counteract that). We also rented security for the night, and while my husband and I were having what was supposed to be a private last dance, the head of security came in and started watching tiktoks on his phone on full volume, which ruined the moment. Completely unprofessional and disrespectful. Aside from that, we loved the venue itself, and if you can afford it, and afford all of the rentals you’ll have to purchase in addition to it, it’s definitely worth it.
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    Joseph Sent on 12/29/2024
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    The best venue!

    We could not have asked for kinder staff or a more beautiful venue for our wedding! The Cordelle was the second venue my husband and I toured and as soon as we arrived we knew it was the place for us. We were greeted by name by the staff member (I believe her name was Devon) and were taken around the space on a private tour. We knew we wanted to have a venue with indoor and outdoor space since the weather in Nashville in early November tends to be pretty mild. Sadly it rained on our wedding day but thankfully there was plenty of room for our 140 guests inside and on the porch! We had a tent in the garden but most of our guests opted for seats on the porch or inside.

    The indoor space is a blank canvas just waiting for your vision. We opted for minimal decor, using greenery/florals, candles, and bistro lights, and to us it was perfect! We had a nine-piece band (set up on the floor with no stage) in the Great Hall and reserved the Victorian for soft seating and bistro tables. Even with the band playing at top volume our guests sitting in the Victorian could converse comfortably. One of my favorite spaces in the whole venue is the Loft, it was one of the selling points for me during our tour! It’s perfect for getting ready, taking those small moment photos, and serving as a quiet place to recharge when you need it. My husband and I returned to the Loft right after the ceremony so that we could sit with each other for a moment and eat dinner before greeting our guests during their dinner hour.

    We couldn’t recommend the Cordelle (or its other properties - we had our rehearsal dinner at the Estelle in East) and its staff more for anyone planning a special event.
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    Bri Sent on 11/14/2024
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    The Cordelle is absolutely stunning!

    We recently had our wedding at the Cordelle and I can't say enough about how gorgeous the building is. The space is absolutely stunning if you like a vintage Nashville feel. It is close to downtown without the hustle and bustle. The staff is amazing, and the upstairs loft with private dressing room was perfect for our bridal party to get ready in and for romantic first look photos. The space is so beautiful which was the most important to me so that minimal decor is needed. Plus, the venue left a little gift for our bridal party, and it's those detail that made our day amazing!
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    Lilyanne Sent on 10/30/2024
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    Great Venue!

    The Cordelle is the perfect spot for a Nashville wedding. We hosted our October 2024 wedding there and it was great for our 95 guests. The staff was responsive and accommodating. We loved the outdoor/indoor options.
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    Ayanna Sent on 08/13/2022
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    Great Venue

    My fiance and I got married at the Cordelle venue in Nashville, TN. The grounds of this venue are awesome and their overall professionalism is great. They have an event manager, a security guard that is present on the day, brides can use the bridal suite which comes very much in handy and if you would like a space where you can curate the vision, then you are able to select your own vendors and put that vision to life. My only suggestion to couples is that this venue does require some imagination and it took a great deal of research and ideas to identify how we wanted to decorate our reception area and since we were planning this wedding ourselves - that felt a little stressful. Of course you can choose to keep the venue as is, but since you have to import everything (including chairs, tables, etc). In my opinion, the venue can look a little bland without a bit of pizzazz, but when you add your own style and twist to it; it is amazing!

    Last thing, the logistical staff is very responsive and helpful (you get two walkthroughs before your wedding day), however, towards the end when we wanted to add an hour or two (and purchase those hours) to accommodate wanting to do all makeup and hair on-site, it appeared that the event manager had thoughts about adding hours since we needed to be out of the venue at a certain time - and since our wedding was a few days away, at the time it began to feel there was miscommunication with our coordinator and the venue manager as well unnecessary concern of the venue since we would be willing to be charged extra if we went over our original allotted time. Ultimately, we just paid for the extra hour and it all went well. But that was my only thing that I felt like could have been handled differently.

    Also, for any couples looking to host a summer wedding here - make sure you have a rain plan and once the dancing started in the reception area, it began to feel very warm to the point we even had to turn up the AC & turn on the fans. So keep in mind your reception layout which could impact the circulation of air.
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    Elizabeth Sent on 08/05/2022
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    Wonderful experience!

    Such a beautiful venue and an incredible team to work with! We had our ceremony outside and our reception indoors. It was so spacious and beautiful! I got ready for the big day in the upstairs loft and it was so airy, peaceful, and relaxed- just the way I wanted to start my wedding day! The folks at The Cordelle are incredibly kind, responsive, and helpful- I am so grateful to have had them to work with in cultivating the perfect wedding day! :)
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    Theresa Sent on 07/23/2022
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    Beautiful and unique venue

    The Cordelle is a completely unique venue in Nashville. It is situated in a beautiful restored house, but also boasts a big covered porch and secluded-feeling garden area. If you are looking for outdoor space but don't want to be far from the city, this is the venue for you.


    When I first saw the beauty of the venue, I assumed I could not afford it. When I researched and compared with other similar venues, however, I found the value to be outstanding (especially considering that garden space!). Pay attention to the seasonal rates, and consider booking a weekday at an hourly rate. (Do note, however, that if you plan to do a ceremony and reception-- dinner and dancing-- you should expect to book at least 12 hours. Consider vendor set-up and teardown, and allot appropriate time.)


    Also, know that the Cordelle has a number of strict rules/requirements to protect your guests and the historic venue itself. None of these rules seemed unjust to me, but you will want to fully read and understand the contract before signing.
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    Amber Sent on 11/29/2021
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    The perfect space

    Where do I even begin?! As soon as I toured this venue, it took my breath away. It's absolutely stunning with a variety of spaces to gather. Everyone that works here was so friendly, responsive, and helpful. All of my guests raved over this venue on how beautiful, intimate and cozy it was. Thank you for having us and allowing us to create the most precious memories in this space!
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    March 2020 wedding

    I fell in love with the Cordelle the first time I saw photos of it. It definitely has a very unique vibe and the historic aspect is beautiful. The Loft was amazing and roomy for my bridal party to get ready in. Unfortunately there is no where for the guys to hang out once they arrive, luckily they arrived not long before the ceremony was set to begin. For the most part the night ran very smoothly, except towards the end, our time was set to end with guests leaving at 10pm, at nearly 8:15pm, My bridesmaids and I were asked to start heading up and cleaning up anything We had left in there. I felt this was odd considering it took up time from the reception, and was extremely awkward carrying bags out in the middle of the reception. I was constantly being told what time it was and even though my timeline was guests leave at 10pm, the lights came on at 9:40pm & all remaining guests were rudely told to exit the building (in the cold and rain).. 20 minutes before my time was up. I wish I would have paid the $300 for an additional hour rather than it come to a very cold, abrupt end :(
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    Beautiful Venue

    We knew fairly early on that we wanted to use The Cordelle. They were accommodating of our requests and have a purely a la carte system. You book the venue, then add the things you want. You aren't given things you don't need and have them thrown into the rental cost. The venue itself is beautiful, even with minimal decorations. We booked a Friday in mid-winter to save on costs, and it turned out great! Highly recommended!
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    Brooke Sent on 01/06/2020
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    Beautiful Venue

    We knew we didn't want a lot of decorations as we were trying to reduce costs and waste. The Cordelle was the PERFECT place. The venue already has so much beauty and character, so you don't need to add much to make it a romantic space for a wedding. They worked with us and even helped us find our other vendors, which took so much stress off our plates. Our guests complimented the space endlessly. Not to mention, they gave us the sweetest little gift on the day of our wedding. I would recommend this group to everyone. Plus, they are opening up a second, larger space soon!
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    Anna Sent on 11/17/2019
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    Dream Wedding Venue

    When looking for venues in Nashville, The Cordelle was our dream site to host our wedding. We thought it would be out of our price range because of how popular and beautiful the site is. However, it was incredibly reasonably priced and the staff were amazing! Everything went so smoothly and it made the perfect backdrop for our day!
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    Heidi Sent on 10/04/2019
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    Beautiful venue in the city

    1. Beautiful venue, chic & organic, yet urban . Garden is lovely as well as the side porch.
    2. Management is responsive and website is easy to navigate.
    3. Venue stays booked so reserve well in advance of event.
    4. The Cordelle has a fantastic list of preferred vendors which is a great resource especially if you're planning the wedding from out of town.
    5. There is mandatory security fee and an insurance policy that you have to purchase .
    6. Plenty of parking for guests if they choose to drive ( we all ubered).
    7. Our ceremony was outside in the garden which was perfect, lovely & magical but there was a fair amount of traffic noise from the highway & from the urban setting in general.
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    Anne Sent on 06/14/2019
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    Very happy with our Cordelle wedding

    Our wedding at the Cordelle was unforgettable. The venue speaks for itself, and the management has done a wonderful job of creating a sublime event space in the middle of the city. We found this venue to be a way to pick and choose how much money to spend on each aspect of the day, and we were able to save money on certain areas that might be predetermined at other venues. The 2 included beautiful bars were a definite benefit. The whole venue fit the aesthetic we wanted, and our guests loved it. Thank you Cordelle!
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    Kimberly Sent on 04/23/2019
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    Cordelle Experience

    The Cordelle is a beautiful venue and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding day. All physical aspects of The Cordelle are great and stunning! My husband and I did our first look through the inside doors of the Loft and it was perfect. We also did minimal decorating because we wanted the white walls and minimalist look.
    One thing to note, is that this is truly a blank canvas. We did our ceremony and reception here - we received 12 hours of time in the space and 2 additional clean up hours. Because it's a blank canvas, we needed to find rentals. The Cordelle does provide a preferred vendor list for you, but many were out of our price range. You will have to have a wedding planner, event insurance, pay for on site security, and the possibility of paying for any rentals they offer (tenting, heaters, speakers, etc.). We did not do any of the offered tech meetings or the rehearsal option.
    Overall, The Cordelle is a picture perfect place for you to get married. Their dates do fill up fast as they do more than weddings. We took the first date available over a year in advance. If you are looking for southern charm, they have it! The contract is long and in-depth, but it is to help preserve the lovely space.
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    Madeline Sent on 03/17/2019
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    Beautiful and intimate venue

    We had a beautiful and wonderful wedding, and it is due in large part to the absolute beautiful venue that is The Cordelle. With many of our guests coming in from out of town, we wanted them to be able to have the "Nashville experience" while also feeling that they were at a intimate and serene wedding. We were able to accomplish this at The Cordelle. The outdoor space was fantastic for a cigar bar and firepit while the acoustics inside were excellent for a band while we danced the night away. The exposed brick and grand ceilings helped to make it feel like a traditional and classic yet modern and open wedding all at the same time. We had a seated dinner for 135 with a fairly large stage set -up for the band. I feel that we were at capacity for what we had, but it was wonderful and so much fun!
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    Jessica Sent on 10/21/2018
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    The Perfect Venue

    We loved having the Cordelle for our wedding venue! It has such a beautiful mix of indoor and outdoor spaces, perfect for our late spring wedding. The loft space is so also warm and inviting, and it made the perfect place for us to get ready and relax on the day of the wedding. We also enjoyed that the Cordelle is a blank slate and has an open vendor policy, which allowed us to get exactly the look and feel that we wanted for our wedding day. Lastly, we loved the proximity to downtown Nashville, and all of our guests enjoyed being able to experience the nightlife of the city so easily after the wedding. The Cordelle was the perfect venue for our wedding, and we highly recommend it!
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    Jennifer Sent on 10/15/2018
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    Beautiful event space

    We had a great experience for our wedding! Highly professional and responsive. Absolutely beautiful venue and space. The loft for bridal part prep is a dream!
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    Emily Sent on 10/08/2018
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    If you are looking for a beautiful and flexible wedding venue in Nashville, this is your spot! Not only is the venue itself absolutely stunning, the staff are the most professional, helpful, and wonderful people to work with. My fiancé and I cannot recommend the Cordelle enough.
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    Rachel Sent on 09/14/2018
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    Loved this venue! It was so beautiful and everyone commented that our wedding was amazing here. We had about 140 people for our indoor reception and honestly I don’t think you want to go over 150-160 if you are doing it strictly indoors as it would start to feel cramped. There are some “add ons” you can purchase but essentially you have to purchase some of them if you want the ceremony outside. There is no ice machine so we had to buy a few large coolers. We also had to rent a warmer for our caterer as there isn’t one of those. The rate that is quoted to have a wedding here is incorrect we had 140 people and Having it here was as “cheap” as we thought and we didn’t go lavish except on the band. With that being said I would 100% book this place again.
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    Cathy Sent on 07/12/2018
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    The moment I toured the Cordelle I knew I wanted out wedding there. Very professional. Beautiful venue.
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    Sarah Sent on 06/16/2018
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    The Cordelle is the perfect place to have both your wedding and reception. All of the ladies are lovely and my wedding was perfect thanks to this great venue.
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    Madeline Sent on 05/02/2018
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    When my fiance first suggested the Cordelle, I thought "if I wanted to get married in a house, I'd have a backyard wedding." But once we went inside, we knew the space was perfect for the classic, elegant feel we wanted. The exposed brick and original floors need no enhancing! We kept decor minimal, opting for lighting and lots of flowers. We were bummed that our plan to use the outside space for cocktail hour was ruined because of rain, but the deck was still beautiful, and the staff was accommodating with last minute changes. A major consideration: this venue is one of the only in downtown Nash that will let you bring in your own caterer and alcohol. We could not be happier with the decision!
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    Cannon Sent on 11/26/2017
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    The folks at the Cordelle were professional and responsive. It is a beautiful venue!

    We were fortunate to be able to have our ceremony on the lawn on a Friday evening and noise was minimal.

    The Cordelle's reply:

    Thank you for your 5 star review and sharing this momentous day with us! We wish you all the best!
    The Cordelle
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    Nicole Sent on 11/09/2017
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    First of all, let me say that The Cordelle is a beautiful venue. We wanted something that had an outdoor element but was not a barn...and something that wasn't 45 minutes away. The Cordelle has both of those things. But, The Cordelle has a monopoly in this area--there are no other venues remotely close to the city that have an adjacent outdoor area and for that reason we booked quickly. We did get the feel/vibe we wanted for our wedding, and for that I am thankful. 

    As we began planning we came across a few downsides. First, the $6,000 you pay for an empty space is one thing, but the additional add-ons necessary to make the venue fitting for an event are disappointing. You have to pay $225 extra for them to simply roll down already installed plastic liner patio sides if weather dictates, $200 for lights on the patio, and $225 for simple uplighting inside. The heaters for the patio are $375. All of these items the venue already owns, they are not rentals. To me, it seems like these items coming with the venue price is reasonable.

    Secondly, we were denied a rehearsal the night before because it was booked for another event, and when I asked about a rehearsal on Thursday night, I was told that the Friday event got preference, even though they booked months after us. This seemed unfair, and the venue reps were rude and insensitive to the fact that this complicated our plans. Lastly, we were given two tech walk throughs, and after our first, were very curtly asked that they be kept to an hour, which we had honored the first time. I was flying in from Colorado for these and it was extremely off-putting that after denying us a rehearsal, I got passive aggressive complaints about being in the space for no longer than my allotted hour.

    The owners were kind and refunded us for the patio heaters when they didn’t work the day of. This is a beautiful venue no doubt, but I believe it is overpriced and the quality of service we received throughout the process was lacking.

    The Cordelle's reply:

    Hi Nicole,
    Thank you for booking the Cordelle. Your business and feedback are greatly appreciated as we continue to grow and learn from each client experience. I am glad to hear that you felt our location had the perks you desired in your choice for a wedding venue. We feel our downtown location, private outdoor space, open vendor policy, free parking for 150 guests and client provided beverage package make us the most cost effective space in the downtown landscape. Our apologies on the issues with the heaters and glad you quickly received your refund! The “EXTRAS" you mentioned as additional costs are considered "add ons". These services are available so clients don’t have to go to off-site vendors for these smaller rental items. The “EXTRAS" do require a rental fee which is stated on the website and that cost covers labor, maintenance, wear and tear, and replacement costs. At the CORDELLE we do our best to run a transparent, client appreciating, fair venue and deeply apologize for any inconveniences you may have experienced. Thanks again for the feedback and we wish you all the best! -the CORDELLE
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