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Daniel Sent on 10/17/2024

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Dream Brookline Wedding!

When we visited the Great Hall we knew immediately this was where we wanted to get married. The building and grounds are absolutely stunning and it was the perfect vibe for our wedding.

Brianna and her team were fantastic from start to finish. Brianna went above and beyond to answer all our questions, map out the evening, coordinate with our vendors, and make everything run smoothly on the day of!

All of our friends and family were commenting on how beautiful the space was. We loved how during the reception we could have a lively dance floor in the Great Hall while simultaneously having a chiller vibe upstairs in the library where our guests could more easily chat over drinks, coffee, or cake. The Great Hall was able to accommodate all types of guests!

We had the best day and couldn't have asked for a better space and event team!

Amanda Sent on 09/21/2025

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Love this venue so much!!

We reviewed, contacted, or visited over 50 venues -- it is SO hard to make a decision on this. It seems like the most important decision of the entire wedding. We fell in love with the Great Hall at Messina College. So many reasons, where do I begin? First, price is comparable - linens and furniture are included (no need for rentals as long as you are ok with their chairs and white linens). Catering is in-house and the food is the MOST delicious wedding food I've ever had. Our guests were raving about it. First wedding I'd ever been at where I wasn't hungry later that night. They offer many food packages and are accommodating. Third - venue coordinator, Brianna, has SO much patience. She is a true professional, a great communicator, and an incredibly nice person. I was so happy to work with her over the last year. Fourth - the space was stunning; outdoor terrace for use during cocktail hour, the great hall has tall ceilings (but is a bit smaller than you think or see in photos, so the guest count really is limited to 90-ish people) - I felt comfortable with my wedding guest count of 70 - I wouldn't want much more. You have complete use of the entire first level including the library, foyer/entry, terrace, and great hall. There are plenty of bathrooms. because the space is a bit divided, the guests were very spread out - so if you're looking for a space that is more cohesive and keeps all your guests in 1 spot, then maybe not for you. It worked well for our guests though, because we had a wide variety of people (dancers, non-dancers, loungers, etc.). We had some guests playing board games in the library, others enjoying the scenery outside, and some dancing on the dance floor. I loved it, because I felt like everyone could enjoy the wedding in their own way, and I didn't have to worry if anyone was not having a good time. I couldn't recommend this venue more. Plenty of parking. Bridal suite was lovely (just lacks a bathroom). No groom suite.

This venue will truly forever be in our hearts. Definitely go with them if you are on the fence!!

Tim Y. Sent on 08/11/2022

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Absolutely Magical Wedding at Dane Estate!

The Dane Estate was an absolutely magical venue for our wedding! It really fit the classical vibe we were going for. There are so many interesting spaces to explore - which worked out really well because our more extroverted guests could dance away in the Founder's Hall dance floor while our more introverted guests could be nice and cozy in spaces like the Moncrief Library. Some other underrated nice aspects: lots of parking, right outside Boston, and near a T stop.

What really made this work though was the staff - especially Devanna and Piers. Devanna was such a professional - incredibly communicative and seasoned, she made all the venue coordination so so easy for us. Piers helped us have such a delicious menu throughout the celebration - he made great suggestions and was very accommodating for our requests.

We could not have asked for a better venue and supporting team. We are so grateful that we were able to have such a special day at the Dane Estate =)

Dan H. Sent on 12/13/2021

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The Dane Estate: A Gorgeous Venue That's Easy to Work With

The Dane Estate was a wonderful venue for our wedding! We chose the Dane Estate in January 2020 for a wedding in December 2020, but with the pandemic, everything got pushed back a year which the Dane Estate was incredibly accommodating with.

Devanna was such a pleasure to work with over the last two year in helping plan the wedding, and ensure everything and everyone was where it/they needed to be!

For one final note, the venue was beautiful and required such minimal decoration, so a great place for any wedding DIYers (like ourselves) who are looking for a gorgeous venue at a great value!

Sarah Sent on 05/12/2020

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Wonderful Venue

Booking our wedding at the Dane Estate was one of the best decisions we made. The interior of the Estate, where we held our ceremony and cocktail hour, is beautiful and feels spacious but still cozy and intimate at the same time. We held a tented reception on the lawn and couldn't believe how stunning the interior of the tent was. Our guests also really appreciated that there is plenty of free, convenient parking . Devanna was absolutely incredible to work with. She answered all of our questions promptly and courteously and made the planning process so much easier. As our day-of coordinator, Sarah was so helpful and helped the day run smoothly. The Dane Estate was the perfect venue for our day and we couldn't be happier with our wedding there

Shane Sent on 10/18/2018

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5/5 Would Recommend for Any Formal Gathering

The Dane Estate was the perfect venue for our wedding. The place has such great ambiance and furnishing - it will look great even if you only add minimal decorations. The band said the acoustics in the ballroom were great as well. Devanna was incredible to work with!

Diana Sent on 08/05/2018

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We had the most amazing wedding for our daughter at the Dane Estate. The venue is beautiful. Devanna and her staff were wonderful, seamlessly taking charge of everything so all we had to do was enjoy the day. The food is better than restaurant quality and service was impeccable. I would highly recommend this venue.

Laura Sent on 07/31/2017

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Dane Estate was the perfect wedding venue! From the moment we walked into the beautiful estate and met Devanna and Michelle, we knew that this was going to be a wonderful place for a wedding. Not only is Dane Estate an exquisite home from the 1890s, but also it was a joy to work with Devanna and Michelle. We do not know how we could have held the wedding without them! They were incredibly fast to answer any and all questions we had, and they gave us superb recommendations for the band and other aspects of the wedding, big and small. Planning a wedding can be all-consuming, and Devanna and Michelle were so helpful, supportive, and creative. Along with Devanna and Michelle, the catering team was willing to personally customize the passed hors d'oeuvres, which were just delicious. The location itself was wonderful, too. Our guests loved it, and many enthusiastically asked us how we found this place. It is a particularly nice location because guests are able to explore the first floor and the grounds during the cocktail hour and dinner, if they so choose. Furthermore, it is a very comfortable environment for all ages with lots of seating throughout. Our favorite aspect of the place, however, has to be Founders Hall with its beautiful wood carvings, high golden ceilings, big windows, and ornate organ. It was the perfect room for our dinner and dancing! We could not be happier with our decision to host our wedding at Dane Estate, and we feel truly grateful that we found it. It is a spectacular place with wonderful people!

T Sent on 04/09/2017

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The event was a great success. Everything was beyond everyone's expectations.
One of my guest said:
"One of the best party I've ever been to. The warmth, the fun, the humor, the love, the food, the venue, the planning, the music...
The glow remains with me and lights my thoughts".
The service was great and the food was exquisite. We did not choose the most expensive food menu as it was birthday, not a wedding. But chicken and fish (halibut) were not to forget. My guests were very much impressed!

Magda Sent on 04/04/2017

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We were delighted by our entire experience with the Dane Estate. During the planning process, Michelle and Devanna were extremely helpful, upbeat (even when faced with our numerous questions), and very responsive.

The event at Dane Estate exceeded our expectation. Our entire family was thrilled with the bar mitzvah party; the food was excellent, the venue looked wonderful, and Erin (as well as the other staff at the site that evening) was an enormous help. The kids all loved the layout of the Dane Estate, as they felt they could have their own space to dance and have fun. Our friends and relatives raved about the party too. And most importantly, the bar mitzvah boy was over the moon with the entire event--kudos to everyone at Dane Estate on a job well done! I would definitely plan another event here in the future!

Lauren Sent on 01/02/2017

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I’m so happy with our choice of venue. Dane Estate is a gorgeous venue (a friend likened it to the Great Hall at Hogwarts), with so much space and nooks for beautiful pictures.
Working with Michelle and Devanna at Dane Estate was so easy. They were always very responsive to our questions and so willing to work with us to keep costs down. In fact, we fell in love with Dane Estate, but couldn’t justify the price. Michelle worked with us to put together a package that was completely within our budget. Her willingness to work with our budget was the deciding factor in picking Dane Estate.
The food was AMAZING! We loved the food at the tasting, but were worried it wouldn’t be quite as good at the wedding (since they had to cook much larger quantities). We had nothing to worry about. We did a buffet with beef, salmon and a vegetarian option. Even now two months later, our family keeps talking about how much they liked the food. The passed appetizers and stationary displays were also very good (and well presented).
The only thing we weren’t 100% in love with was the bar. We did like that Devanna and Michelle helped up find liquor options to suit our tastes. From what we heard from our guests, one of the bartenders was very inexperienced and didn’t know how to make common drinks (vodka tonic). We anticipated this, since it was likely students at the college, but just a note. Also, we also ran out of tequila (of all things) in the first hour, so the open bar does have its limits.

M Sent on 11/08/2016

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Michelle and Devanna have been such a pleasure to work with. From the very first email over a year ago to the end of our wedding, they have been nothing but helpful, patience, and very kind. The wedding was memorable for a number of reasons, and they certainly rank high on the list. I am so very happy to have worked with them and I owe them everything for putting this crazy bride at ease.

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The Dane Estate was the perfect location for my son's Bar Mitzvah. The staff was always attentive and had great suggestions. The food was amazing and the day went just as I imagined. I could not be happier that I chose to celebrate at The Dane Estate.

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I just got married and everything about the day/evening was PERFECT! I kept thinking, first chance I get, I'm going to review all of my vendors. All of the staff at Dane Estate were wonderful, organized, on top of it. We worked with Michelle and Lovelynn leading up to the event, and our coordinator the day of was Michelle Ciak. Everything was seamless (to my knowledge - who knows what was going on behind the scenes). The building and grounds are so gorgeous, it doesn't need a ton of decoration because it's so rustic and the wood and building itself is beautiful. We didn't do outdoors, we stayed indoors, so you it had to be 100 and under, and it felt really intimate. My husband and I were very happy with everything and I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone.

Zoe Sent on 10/25/2015

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I had an amazing experience working with the event staff at The Dane Estate. Michelle, Michelle, and Lovelynn were extremely professional, prompt at responding to all my last minute bride questions, and seemed truly eager to make sure that my fiance and I had an amazing day that was both beautiful, fun, and completely "us". The location is gorgeous and elegant--ornate woodwork, beautiful antiques etc. All my guests are also still raving about the food (especially the risotto). From the waitstaff and bartenders to the chef and event staff everyone we worked with was professional, personable, and exceeded expectations. I would recommend The Dane Estate to anyone looking to host a function--we had the day I had always dreamed of and the venue and the staff helped us make that happen.

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The Dane Estate is the most amazing place to have your wedding! I'm so happy we chose it. All the event coordinators esp. Michelle are helpful, knowledgeable and completely put your mind at ease. The food is amazing! My guests were calling after the wedding raving not only about the venue but also the food. Chef Patrick is awesome and will work with you to create whatever you desire. Do yourself a favor and have your wedding here. You will be happy you did.

Manuela Sent on 04/09/2015

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We are so happy that we choose Dane Estate at Pine Manor college for our event.
The place is just beautiful, the staff is great and our ceremony and party was excellent in every way ( very well organize from beginning to end) !

Sonia Sent on 03/13/2015

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Beautiful and very easy to deal with. We loved everything.

Stacy Sent on 01/06/2015

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We had our wedding reception at the Dane Estate on 12/13/14 and it truly was the best day ever. Michelle, Lovelynn and their staff worked their magic and created an amazing setting for our winter wedding.

Michelle made everything so easy for us, from when we booked the Dane Estate up through the night of the reception. She was so organized and helpful and answered all of our questions and really guided us through the whole process, making it easy and stress-free. When we arrived at the reception, we loved being able to walk around and see how everything came together.

In addition, we loved how much we got for what we paid for. Dinner, cake and open bar really made the Dane Estate such an amazing value, especially based on the incredible location (just outside of Boston in Chestnut Hill). The food was delicious and we also did a chocolate fountain (through Dane Estate) which all of our guests absolutely loved and raved about.

One other thing about the Dane Estate that makes it so amazing is that there are so many amazing spots for photos. The main dining room has dueling staircases and amazing chandeliers that just make for incredible photos. When you walk into the Dane Estate there is also a large staircase with a large window and wrap around bench at the top- which my bridal party was able to take great photos from. There are also amazing spots outdoors to take incredible photos.

We could not have asked for a better day and we are so happy that we picked the Dane Estate as the location to have our wedding reception!!

User1986759 Sent on 12/28/2014

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We had our wedding reception at the Dane Estate on 12/13/14 and it truly was the best day ever. Michelle, Lovelynn and their staff worked their magic and created an amazing setting for our winter wedding.

Michelle made everything so easy for us, from when we booked the Dane Estate up through the night of the reception. She was so organized and helpful and answered all of our questions and really guided us through the whole process, making it easy and stress-free. When we arrived at the reception, we loved being able to walk around and see how everything came together.

In addition, we loved how much we got for what we paid for. Dinner, cake and open bar really made the Dane Estate such an amazing value, especially based on the incredible location (just outside of Boston in Chestnut Hill). The food was delicious and we also did a chocolate fountain (through Dane Estate) which all of our guests absolutely loved and raved about.

One other thing about the Dane Estate that makes it so amazing is that there are so many amazing spots for photos. The main dining room has dueling staircases and amazing chandeliers that just make for incredible photos. When you walk into the Dane Estate there is also a large staircase with a large window and wrap around bench at the top- which my bridal party was able to take great photos from. There are also amazing spots outdoors to take incredible photos.

We could not have asked for a better day and we are so happy that we picked the Dane Estate as the location to have our wedding reception!!

User1991081 Sent on 12/10/2014

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I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who is planning to get married in the Boston area. The venue is intimate, warm and inviting. We were looking for a place where we could combine both our ceremony and reception and take advantage of someone to coordinate the event as we are very busy people. The Dane Estate team took care of everything from event planning to the catering in one location. From our first meeting, it was clear that we would have a fun and positive experience, which we did. They had wonderful suggestions throughout the process, and every detail was taken care of, with such grace and patience. I felt that they held my hand every step of the way. The catering team did a phenomenal job, everything was laid out so beautifully, served with such style and the food was to die for! All in all, I was a relaxed bride thanks to The Dane Estate team!

User1923145 Sent on 11/15/2014

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The Dane Estate is such a breathtaking venue! We fell in love with it the moment we saw it. The price was much better than other places we looked, and it included catering, cake, and linens. The food was tasty, the cake was gorgeous and delicious, and everything went so smoothly!! Michelle and Lovelynn were wonderful! I must say Michelle really is on top of things - even our officiator, who's done many many weddings, said she was one of the best wedding coordinators he's ever seen! She even saved the day on the wedding with her wedding emergency kit when the top button on my dress wouldn't button up! Would recommend it completely!

Catherine Sent on 07/12/2014

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Michelle, Lovelynn, and everyone else at the Dane Estate was wonderful. First, they held 2 dates for us while we made up our minds. They were always calm, professional, prompt, and incredibly helpful when answering all of our questions. Unlike the other venues we looked into, they gave us good advice without engaging in high pressure sales tactics - their first priority really seemed to be making sure that we had the best wedding possible. We weren't the most well organized couple, but they were patient and helped us to figure out what other services we'd need and to coordinate those vendors. On the day of, Michelle took care of all of the actual set-up so we were able to focus on getting ready and taking pictures. Everything was beautiful and we had everything we needed.

Molly Sent on 06/26/2014

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We had the most amazing experience working with the Dane Estate for our wedding. They are incredibly professional and everything was of the highest quality. They were very easy to work with as we made last minute adjustments and planned our own homemade crafts. We also loved that the package is very inclusive - food, beverage, cake, and a fantastic wedding coordinator was all a part of a single per person fee. The venue is quiet and secluded but was about a 10 minute ride from the Holiday Inn Brookline so was great so our out of town guests didn't have to rent vehicles and could easily explore the city. There are so many beautiful photo opportunities on their well manicured property that even includes a small pond. Everything was great and everyone was thrilled!!

Rick Sent on 12/11/2013

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When my husband and I were evaluating options for the wedding venue, the one thing we knew we wanted was a dueling staircase. From the moment we entered The Dane Estate through the Ferry Foyer and passed through the Library on our way to Founder’s Hall, we both knew this was the place we would be married. The wood carved walls, gold gilt ceilings and alabaster chandeliers all enhanced the grandeur of the staircase in Founder’s Hall and the estate. The grounds were a perfect setting for all the family photos and many special ones of just the two of us.

The options were overwhelming, but Lovelynn and Michelle guided us through to create a wedding beyond anyone’s imagination.

Not only did we get the staircase, we worked with an outstanding staff of people that we now consider friends. We were amazed at how much effort the Dane Estate Staff put into helping us make our vision a reality. Michelle, Lovelynn and the entire staff were professional, caring and attentive to our every need.
Michelle, Lovelynn, Ashley and Chef David helped us create a menu that was truly amazing and mouthwatering.

Our wedding was a formal event that surpassed anything we could have ever dreamed was possible. As our guests entered Founder’s Hall for the ceremony and celebration, they gasped at the class, style and elegance. Most important The Dane Estate helped us fill the rooms with family and friends and more love than any two people could have asked for. Our lives will be forever touched by memories they helped us create. Our family and friends continue to compliment the venue and are still talking about the evening.

Thank you Lovelynn, Michelle and all the staff, our wedding was truly a night to remember.

Rick & Bob

Laura Sent on 10/24/2013

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When my now-husband and I were looking for a venue for our wedding ceremony and reception, we wanted: 1) beautiful grounds for an outdoor ceremony and photographs, 2) a lovely and unique building for an indoor reception, 3) good food, and 4) organized, easy-to-work-with staff. We got all of that at Pine Manor. Michelle was our day-of coordinator, and the staff member with whom we dealt with the most. She and her boss Lovelynn were both wonderful. They guided us through every step of the process, from choosing menus, to figuring out setup of the space, to logistics. They were quick to respond to all our questions, and when the day of the wedding came, I felt like I really could just let Michelle handle everything. She and her staff did an amazing job of setting up all our decorations, which we provided ourselves instead of having them come from a florist or other professional. I'm generally nervous about delegation, and feel that "if you want something done right, do it yourself." After my wedding, though, I feel confident in saying, "if you want your wedding done right, have Michelle at Pine Manor do it." Considering all the work they did there, and considering the amount of stuff we got (LOTS of food, open top-shelf bar, linens, day-of coordination, cake from an excellent bakery, plenty of hand-holding), I would say that Pine Manor is also a good value for the money. Michelle made us feel so welcome and so valued, and I will always be grateful to her and the rest of the Pine Manor staff for helping to make my wedding absolutely amazing.

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My husband and I had an amazing wedding at Pine Manor. We had a beautiful outdoor ceremony overlooking a small body of water (even the geese joined us for a bit!). The cocktail hour was held in the lovely Dane Estate with an outdoor terrace overlooking the forest. Dinner and dancing were in a tent attached to the building. Our guests described the wedding as "magical." The food was delicious! As the bride I made it a point to try a little bit of everything.
Lovelynn and Michelle, the event planners, were extremely helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. They recommended great vendors and had helpful advice along the way. I highly recommend having your wedding or special event at the Dane Estate at Pine Manor College.

Jennifer Sent on 01/11/2013

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Pine Manor is a breathtaking location. It captures the feel of New England, with pine-filled surroundings and a fantastic manor house emphasizing beautiful carved wooden architecture. My husband and I were married in the library, a lovely smaller room perfectly sized for our intimate ceremony. We then had a larger party in the ballroom, which is exceptional for the pipe organ covering one entire wall.
We chose this venue in part because so many wedding necessities were available on-site; they have their own caterer, waitstaff, tables and chairs, linens, table settings, dressing rooms, and a day-of wedding coordinator on staff. Not having to search and compare vendors for these things saved us a lot of headaches.
The staff is very accommodating, reliable, and professional. I was especially pleased at how they handled our special needs for the menu; I have a family full of people with celiac disease, and Pine Manor made sure that nobody got glutened. They took good care of us, and made sure we had an awesome wedding!

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Lovelynn was amazing! From the first visit to when she sent me pictures a week after the wedding, she handled our event with style, grace, and class! Even when the catering company knocked over a sterno and almost set the place on fire! Lovelynn stepped in and handled everything! Thanks PMC and thank you Lovelynn Jensen!

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We arranged our wedding mostly from Ireland. When we had questions emails were responded to very quickly. They even organised to have a conversation over Skype to meet and organise dishes for the tasting menu. Incredibly friendly, competent and professional organisation and individuals to work with.

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Michelle and Lovelynn were great people to work with. Michelle helped with the overall planning of the day and she always kept us up to date with things. She was always responsive and helpful with any questions that we had. They were able to explain everything and they never pressured us.

The venue is gorgeous. There were many places where our guests were able to relax and chat. We had our ceremony by the pond, which was very scenic. One thing to be aware of is that the walk to the pond from the manor is somewhat long and steep.

As for the food, the passed hors d'oeuvres were great. I had higher expectations for the main dinner based on the tasting though.

Wenyue Sent on 06/20/2025

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Great wedding venue!

We had our wedding here, and it was absolutely perfect. The venue is stunning — from the beautiful grounds to the elegant indoor space — and it created the ideal backdrop for our special day.

Brianna and her team were incredible from start to finish. She was organized, responsive, and made everything run smoothly. On the big day, we were able to relax and enjoy every moment knowing her staff had everything handled.

Our guests are still raving about the experience, and we couldn’t be happier. Huge thanks to Brianna and her amazing team — we highly recommend the Great Hall at Messina College to any couple planning their wedding!

Kaitlyn Sent on 10/06/2017

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DREAM venue, dream team! Working with Devanna, Molly and Michelle was an absolutely pleasure. We were looking for a unique venue with indoor/outdoor space and the Dane fit those requirements perfectly. The staff took the time to really understand our vision of the wedding, answered all of our questions in a timely manner, and helped make the day of logistics run perfectly. I could not have asked for a better venue and team. It was truly the wedding of our dreams!

Bethany Sent on 01/02/2017

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Michelle and her team were AWESOME. We live in London and planned most of the wedding from overseas, so it was a huge boon to have such a helpful, supportive, responsive venue to work with. No question was too small or too silly for them. We had our ceremony in the library and reception in Founders Hall -- both such gorgeous, warm spaces, and hardly any additional decoration needed. The venue staff set up all the decor for us and broke a lot of it down, which was a big help. Food was delicious. Free guest parking was a bonus. One technical hiccup on the day, missing uplighting that we'd requested for the reception, was rectified amazingly quickly once I'd noticed it, and they refunded us for it anyway. Our guests still rave about what a great day it was, and we have the Dane Estate to thank for that! :-)

Andrea Sent on 06/16/2016

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Simply amazing. My fiance and I wanted to have an intimate wedding (70 ppl) in a unique setting. The Dane Estate is gorgeous, and perfect for medium sized groups. The staff was absolutely lovely from start to finish, food was delicious and plentiful, convenient access for guests travelling to the Boston area, and the space - the SPACE. Carved wood, antique fixtures, natural light. We felt like we got married at Downton Abbey! Terrific value in terms of food and bev, organization, & professionalism. The included cake was stunning and multiple people remarked it was the best cake they'd eaten at a wedding. My fiance used to be a pastry chef and even he raved. Memories to cherish for a lifetime. Highest praise to Michelle, Devanna, and the team.

Jon Sent on 04/04/2016

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One of the nicest spaces I have seen in the Boston area. Very professional and responsive staff made our event really amazing. Great food & set us up with other vendors as needed. Only negative consideration could be that the space probably maxes out around 130 people split between 2 rooms (we had 110).

User1695326 Sent on 07/04/2014

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We had an incredible wedding celebration at the Dane Estate at Pine Manor College! The place is ideal for a gorgeous indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony and reception. We were able to utilize both spaces well and all guests expressed that we chose a spectacular setting. We felt fully supported in the planning process and execution the day of the wedding. Great staff to work with throughout! They were flexible and accommodating with our vision of the wedding day. Overall, people were pleased with the stationary and passed appetizers. We loved the make your own salad station. However, the main course dinners left something to be desired. We had high expectations of food based on the menu descriptions, past reviews, and excitement of staff, however we felt those expectations were not fully met. Overall, we were extremely satisfied with the wedding venue, happy we chose this site, and highly recommend it to others.

Emily Sent on 10/13/2014

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I can't say enough good things about the Dane Estate at Pine Manor College as an event location. The setting is beautiful. The event staff, especially Michelle and Lovelynn, made going through all the details so easy. They were always responsive to emails and did their best for everything. Our wedding day ran so smoothly and I am so glad the we chose the Dane Estate as our venue. Guests are still saying how beautiful the location was and how seamlessly the day went.

Phyllis Sent on 12/04/2013

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We could not have been happier with EVERY aspect of our wedding. The staff made all planning so easy - they were very accommodating and easy to work with and gave us great recommendations.

The food was exactly what we wanted. The venue is gorgeous and perfect for our size wedding (70 guests)

Joanne Sent on 06/08/2015

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We wanted a venue for our wedding that was charming and would feel like We were truly hosting a party . The charm and beauty of this estate fit our needs exactly . The ability to use the foyer and patio for the bar. The library for cocktails and appetizers had my guests feeling at home ! The staff and our coordinator Erin made sure all the items we brought in to decorate were placed exactly how we requested . Erin was amazing ! She was one step ahead of me all night and I had nothing to do but enjoy my day . Chef Patrick prepared an outstanding meal!The filets for my 65 guests were cooked to perfection . Founders hall was set perfectly for dinner and we had plenty of room for dancing . 12,000 Our guests are still calling to say how beautiful our wedding was.

Erica Sent on 02/09/2010

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PMC is a hidden gem in Boston, a fantastic place to get married. It's affordable, and they are willing to work with you. I love the catering manager (you have to use their on-site caterer, Aramark), he cut me a great deal which really is what allowed me to have everything I wanted for the wedding. They also don't do a ton of weddings anymore, so I had more than enough time set aside for me in which we could do set-up. The campus is beautiful - really, stunning is a better word. The grounds are expertly maintained and the house is just gorgeous. My guests are still raving about the mansion.

Sabra Sent on 05/17/2015

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I booked this venue early on. It is where I went to graduate school and held sentimental value for me. I had the opportunity of working with 3 people - Lovelynn, Michelle, and Erin. Occasionally there were miscommunications about things, but they were always cleared up quickly. Erin was hired several months before my wedding; before that most of my contact had been with Michelle. I was a bit put-off at hearing someone different would be managing the venue on my wedding day, so Michelle agreed to be there for the first half. Erin surpassed all expectations anyway. She was incredibly efficient. The venue even managed to dig up bobby pins when my bun started to fall out. Michelle and Erin made sure to follow all of our instructions for the decoration set up. Everything looked wonderful and just as we had imagined.

We wanted to access the venue earlier than the contract dictated and they wanted to charge $250 for 30 minutes, so we passed. A couple of weeks before the wedding the venue called to give me a heads up about a Memorial being held the morning of my wedding and ending at the time we were supposed to be arriving. I didn't put up a fight. I should have, because the day of my wedding the groom and groomsmen were unable to enter the groomsroom for forty-five minutes. Luckily, everything still went well.

The food was delicious and everyone talked about it for days. We had the buffet with London broil, a chicken dish wrapped in bacon, and lasagna rolls, with a squash medley and baby potatoes on the side. The outside bakery used for the wedding cake was also amazing; we chose a different flavor for each tier. The cake was very fresh.

Overall, it was a great experience.

Sabra Sent on 05/17/2015

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I booked this venue early on. It is where I went to graduate school and held sentimental value for me. I had the opportunity of working with 3 people - Lovelynn, Michelle, and Erin. Occasionally there were miscommunications about things, but they were always cleared up quickly. Erin was hired several months before my wedding; before that most of my contact had been with Michelle. I was a bit put-off at hearing someone different would be managing the venue on my wedding day, so Michelle agreed to be there for the first half. Erin surpassed all expectations anyway. She was incredibly efficient. The venue even managed to dig up bobby pins when my bun started to fall out. Michelle and Erin made sure to follow all of our instructions for the decoration set up. Everything looked wonderful and just as we had imagined.

We wanted to access the venue earlier than the contract dictated and they wanted to charge $250 for 30 minutes, so we passed. A couple of weeks before the wedding the venue called to give me a heads up about a Memorial being held the morning of my wedding and ending at the time we were supposed to be arriving. I didn't put up

Leigh Sent on 03/17/2016

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The assistance with event planning was extremely helpful. Onsite planner was the key to a great, stress-free wedding (well, as much as possible for a wedding!) I didn't have to worry about anything and was able to enjoy the company of our guests. The Dane Estate helped me choose quality vendors and provided excellent food. The event management team answered all of my many questions, and always with a smile.

Adam Sent on 11/06/2015

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The Dane Estate was a very capable vendor. Their facilities are quite nice; their food was excellent; their location was excellent (beautifully green and forested but many of our guests came there via the T / mass transit); they were good at helping us through the process.

They are not a cheap vendor. If you want to do it yourself, it's not a great deal. But if you want a wonderful experience without too much stress, they'll make the wedding location and food happen, and have good relations with highly-skilled vendors to handle the rest of the event for you. My one concern was that, with our wedding, there was a bit of a long tail of little questions in the last week before the wedding -- nothing big, and there are always little last-minute questions about how things are going to work the day of the event, but I like events to be very organized, and for a vendor in this price range it felt .. not bad, but maybe could be a bit better.

Zlata Sent on 11/18/2017

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This was a very unique and cozy venue to have a wedding reception, and if I was to have another party or gathering, I would definitely choose this venue again. I only wish that the venue was more flexible with allowing their guests to choose their own catering company/bar, as that part was a little too pricey. Devanna was very accommodating and very pleasant to work with!

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Elizabeth Sent on 11/29/2016

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We didn't have a wedding planner through the process and we were worried about what we would need to manage on the day of. The staff on the day was SO incredible and helpful - they blew us away with their service (and reduced our stress!). The venue was such a beautiful setting - we were thrilled with the result (as were our guests!). Definitely recommend it!

User1837879 Sent on 09/30/2014

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The space was beautiful. The only issue we ever had was that arrangements tgat were written and sent to us kept being changed abd we would have to change them back.

Katie Sent on 07/10/2017

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The Dane Estate was a beautiful place for our wedding, with perks like ample parking and lovely grounds for photos. The food at the wedding itself was actually better than the tasting which was a pleasant surprise, with excellent presentation. The cake included in the package was amazing (guests told me it was the best wedding cake they had ever had). A few things that could improve are the way things are priced (though I suppose its the industry standard) and the day of execution. It may have been helpful to meet with and talk to the day of coordinator before the wedding.

Anna Sent on 11/22/2015

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We appreciated that Michelle and Lovelynn listened to and accommodated our vision of having the event spread out in order to give our wedding more of a "party" feel. They helped us create a seating plan that would work between the ballroom and the library, showing us different variations of high top tables, smaller round tables, and larger ten person tables.

Our guests were impressed by the space, commenting on how unique the venue was and how much space we were able to create on the dance floor (mostly due to the spread out seating plan). Definitely not the feel of a hotel ballroom!

Our appetizers and buffet style food was a big hit! There was plenty of it --some of the crowd pleasers: mac & cheese bites, grilled vegetables, the cornbread, and the sliders.

Devanna was incredibly helpful the day of the event. She was friendly,and she even got the groom a plate of food. Devanna did a fantastic job of helping to put out the centerpieces and candles.

We were happy about getting a list of the "important date timeline" upfront (re: payments and guest list due) , but wondered a little bit about the communication as the date approached. Michelle and Lovelynn "know their stuff," so maybe we shouldn't have worried; but most of the communication the week before was initiated by us. It felt a little hands off as we got close. That being said, Lovelynn and Michelle were both responsive to any email or phone call initiated by us.

The bathrooms are clean, but a bit outdated. Particularly for the men, the single stall was noted by a couple of the guests.

Overall, we were pleased with the Dane Estate. It made for a unique venue, good location, had decent food, and was a great backdrop for our fall wedding pictures.

Jacob Sent on 07/01/2014

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Overall experience was excellent. Michelle is a really great and attentive event coordinator. The package set up was really helpful and well organized. In fact all of the event staff were very nice and brought a great energy to the reception. The food was delicious as was the cake, both of which are facilitated through Pine Manor.

There were a couple things that could be improved: for an outdoor ceremony, I thought there could have been better upkeep of the landscaping. A few prominent areas and paths were in need of weeding and clearing of leaf piles. As well, there were campus maintenance trucks driving right next to the ceremony while it was happening at 5:30 on a Saturday. This caused loud noise and a break in tranquility, which would have annoyed me more had I not been so focused on my bride and this big life moment. I didn't notice, but our photographer tells us even our "first kiss" photos have a maintenance truck driving by right behind us.

Another issue was that our guitarist was set up next to the piano, which I don't recommend if the cocktail hour is taking place on the veranda. It was a chunk of our budget and there were very people were in the room to hear him! I'm not sure if this was his choice or Pine Manor's, but something to consider if you're planning a similar event.

All in all, great place for an event.

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