I am the mother of the bride. My daughter had her wedding at Saxon Manor in December 2025, and I am…read morewriting this review because what happened to our family needs to be known. The catering failures on her wedding day were numerous and inexcusable. We had carefully selected a menu after going through TWO tastings, the first of which was so unsatisfactory that we actually asked to bring in our own caterer. We were persuaded to give them a second chance after being told a new chef had been hired. We went back, had a second tasting, and selected our menu: chicken skewers and a dip and cheese platter for appetizers, and for dinner, caesar salad, plain rice pilaf, steak bites, au gratin potatoes, and salmon. Here is what was actually served at my daughter's wedding: * Instead of salmon, they served chicken. * Instead of au gratin potatoes, they served green beans and zucchini, something no one wanted or enjoyed. * Instead of plain rice pilaf, it came out with cranberries in it. * They ran out of chicken skewers during the appetizer hour. Many of our guests did not get any. That is three wrong dinner items and a shortage on the appetizers, on my daughter's wedding day. The manager on site (Nick) acknowledged the mistakes and apologized, and told us the owner would call to make it right. When the owner called me, I was shocked by his behavior. He tried to justify serving green beans by saying they had received a large shipment and had extras lying around, as if my daughter's wedding was a place to use up surplus produce. He claimed he personally witnessed plenty of skewers and suggested our guests may have been overeating. He made an insinuation that my daughter was somehow at fault by saying "I don't want to say your daughter was at fault, but." He stopped there and gave no reason whatsoever how or why the bride would be at fault here (because there is none). When I asked him what do you mean my daughter is at fault, he changed the subject. And when I calmly said this appeared to be a breach of contract, he became loud, aggressive, and belligerent, repeatedly yelling "you played me." I was so uncomfortable with his conduct that I ended the call and told him all future communication must be in writing or with a male (attorney) family member. I then sent a detailed email to the owner and the venue documenting everything and asking for appropriate compensation. They never replied. Not once. Months went by in complete silence. It was only after my daughter filed a BBB complaint and posted a review that they acknowledged any of this, and even then, their response only mentioned one of the four problems and offered no compensation whatsoever. If you are considering Saxon Manor for your wedding or any event, please think carefully. When things go wrong, and they may, this is how they handle it.

The BoHo venue at Saxon Manor is beautiful, but my son and fiancé were disappointed by several…read moreimportant details and limitations that were not disclosed before booking. They later learned the BoHo package operates very differently from the Barn and Garden weddings, including a different vendor list and additional restrictions that were never clearly explained upfront. Throughout the planning process, it felt as though the Barn and Garden weddings were the priority, while BoHo couples were given less flexibility and importance despite paying significant deposits and costs. The bridal suite information stated it was available beginning at 9 AM on the wedding day. However, after booking, we were informed that practical getting-ready access would only be for approximately two hours before the ceremony. It also was not disclosed that the bride and guests would need to walk through the reception area in order to access the ceremony aisle and seating area. Before booking, we were told there was a larger gate entrance that could be used, but after booking we were informed that was not an option. This took away from the private and traditional ceremony entrance experience we believed we were reserving. They were also asked to select dishes and glassware during planning, only to later be told those selections were not guaranteed if needed for the larger Barn or Garden weddings. Additional décor restrictions were also disclosed after booking, including that candles could only be used if rented directly through the venue, and we were not permitted to modify the sweetheart table setup. Unfortunately, despite these concerns and the lack of upfront transparency regarding several operational details, Saxon Manor is still keeping our $1,600 deposit. Transparency matters when couples are making major financial decisions, and we wish these details had been clearly disclosed before signing and paying a deposit.

Connie & her staff handled my wedding this past summer & they did an AMAZING job! I would highly…read morerecommend her. They were there on time to set up. Everything looked just the way I had envisioned it & how Connie & I had talked about. She was really able to take my vision & make it reality. She had done many weddings at the location of my wedding before but many of my guests who had attended there said they had never seen the hall look so stunning as it did that night. She also did the outside for the actual ceremony, which was just as stunning. The communication with Connie was very comforting to know that on such a big day she was taking care of some of the most important details. She was always quick to return my calls or email. She had the BEST pricing around & she would be the exception on the old phrase, " You get what you pay for" with A Special Occasion you get a WHOLE LOT MORE. Her staff even helped break down things later in the evening that they didn't have to clean up so we could focus more time with our guests. She has great working relationships with many of the hall rentals, she worked VERY well with our caterer in coordinating times so that I didn't have to. She is an A+ class professional but she makes it seem like you're just an old friend that she is there to help. You won't go wrong choosing her & her team.

From the owner: Established in 1988, A Special Occasion LLC is a party equipment rental service working throughout…read moreBrooksville, Florida and the surrounding area. Our skilled professionals can help you plan your next event, making it gorgeous, memorable, and fun. We specialize in weddings, receptions, theme parties, celebrations, birthdays, and more. Our inventory includes rentals and purchases for everything you need for your special day, including arches, tents, tables, chairs, invitations, flowers, guest books, balloons, games, catering, and everything in between. Give us a call today to book an appointment!

Tiffany is, hands down, the absolute perfect wedding planner. She thought of all the things that…read morenever even crossed our minds. She is the consummate professional and communicated perfectly with all our vendors and us. If there were any hiccups on our daughter's big day we never knew about them. Rush to sign your contract with her!! You will NOT be disappointed!!

If you are looking for the perfect venue for your wedding or reception then this is the place you…read moreneed to book! The ceremony area is absolutely beautiful and has a large tree branch that hangs over the area that the bridal party that you can decorate. The reception area is located in the barn and is just as amazing! The Hitching Post Barn has more decorations than you could ever imagine and are so helpful with making it look exactly how you want it to. When it comes to the day of the wedding Suzie and her staff are miracle workers and will literally do everything to make sure your day goes off without a hitch; and if it does, they are just as good as fixing whatever may pop up. I cannot say enough about how great these people and this venue is. If you're looking for a beautiful venue, that will also make your day a breeze, then contact them immediately. Thank you guys for being so amazing!

From the owner: There's a lot to Hitching Post Barn besides the beauty. The Hitching Post Barn is a Rustic and…read moreCountry Barn perfect for your wedding. Besides the weddings that are hosted at the barn we can host your: Baby Showers - Bridal Showers - Bridal Luncheons - Special Group Luncheons - Themed Barn Parties - Intimate Candlelit Dinner Parties - Retreat Weekends - Sweet Sixteen Parties - Graduation Parties - Christmas Parties -Company Picnics - Stress Free Getaway Weekends and so much more.

Hiring Event Sisters LLC was the best decision I made while wedding planning. Lisa is truly in a…read moreclass of her own. She went above and beyond for us each step of the way. Lisa's communication was top-notch. She answered every one of my questions promptly and thoroughly, and she was always available when I needed help. Lisa even stepped in when there was an issue with one of my vendors. Through Lisa's guidance and assistance, we were able to work everything out perfectly. Lisa also has an incredible eye for detail. She was extremely organized and covered details that I didn't even think of. I went into my wedding fully confident that Lisa would not miss a thing. Lisa is also just an incredible person. She's kind and hard-working. Not only do I consider her to be an amazing coordinator, but I now consider her my friend. It's rare to find someone as good-hearted as Lisa. On the day of my wedding, everything went perfectly. Lisa met me in my suite while I was getting ready and gave me the cutest bag filled with little goodies. She was a calming and happy presence that morning. The reception decor turned out BEAUTIFULLY because of Lisa. She has a strong eye for decor, and she set everything up in a way that exceeded my expectations. Lisa kept the night running smoothly, and everything fell into place perfectly. My only job was enjoy myself because Lisa handled everything. She even decorated our honeymoon suite with rose petals and candles. In all, Lisa is an incredible wedding coordinator and and an even more amazing human being. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have worked with her. She'll be the coordinator for all my future events in Tampa. I highly, highly recommend her.

Lisa and her team went above and beyond to make our wedding day amazing. I seriously couldn't have…read moredone it without her help. Lisa is extremely professional and very responsive to any and all concerns I had. She made me feel like there was nothing I needed to worry about on the day, and even handled some last minute issues that popped up without me worrying one bit. We had a non-religious ceremony and Lisa made me feel comfortable and planned everything exactly how I wanted it, even though it we left out many of the typical wedding traditions. If I had it to do over again, the only thing I would change is reaching out to Event Sisters sooner to have them help in the entire planning process. Lisa and her team at Event Sisters were invaluable in every and I HIGHLY recommend her wedding planning services to everyone whether you need just a little bit of coordination or want to sit back and relax as your day comes together for you.

Catrina Walters is a great event planner. She handles all the details, has excellent businesses…read moreshe works with, pays attention to details and charges a fair price for all that she does. She planned my husband's Celebration of Life and the tables and decor were outstanding. She brought in top notch people to assist her on the set up and event day. The guests were very complimentary of the decor and the whole event. She made the whole thing so easy for me- not a thing to worry about except just show up. I highly recommend Catrina and her staff.

Amazing course. Definitely my favorite in the area, today was the perfect weather to get out before…read morethe snowbirds return down. Not too hot and recently rained so conditions were fair. Greens were rolling well

Located in a gated residential development on highway 41 about 1 hour north of Tampa. It is…read moreoperated by Hampton Golf. The terrain is rolling and adds a lot of interest to the course. The clubhouse is huge (80,000 SF) and sits on a hill that provides views rarely seen in Florida. This is an upscale residential development that opened just before the recession. There are not many homes on the course although building has recently resumed. The natural setting is very enjoyable to one living in an urban environment. We saw a flock of 15 wild turkey hens on the back nine. Complimentary range balls are included. The 19th hole has an outdoor deck with expansive view of the course. Good overall experience.

My daughter's wedding was this past weekend. I surprised her with the carriage. I loved the look on…read moreher face when she saw it walking towards the church exit. The team at Avalon West helped the photographers with picture poses and then took the new married couple for a ride I know they will never forget. People yelled and cheered for them as they road down the street. One person ran out of a club with a bottle of champagne. My daughter love the carriage ride and said it was the best part of the wedding. That is saying a lot. Thanks Avalon West Carriage Service.

From the owner: We offer custom decorated horse-drawn carriages for weddings and other special events. The…read morecarriages are white and have gorgeous velvet interiors. Each horse is also decorated for the event and the driver is dressed in formal attire. We cater to large or small parties and can provide transportation for entire wedding parties via horse-drawn carriage. The carriages have convertible tops for inclement weather and are offered with "Just Married" signs for the back. We have a Cinderella style carriage for Cinderella birthday parties, weddings, and special events. Our horses are beautiful and we pride ourselves in offering an excellent working home for retired or disabled carriage horses from other carriage companies. Ask us about our work with horses who were bound for slaughter and our amazing success with Blue Star Equiculture! We look forward to being a part of your special event.

Mika and Richard were incredibly helpful and I'm so happy I went with them to officiate our…read morecourthouse elopement! With only a few weeks to plan I was impressed with how accommodating and helpful they both were especially Mika! She was very patient with all my questions. The day of our ceremony we were running late and yet they both were very patient and understanding. We were traveling from Naples to the Brooksville courthouse. Once we got set up and our ceremony started, both the groom and I were very happy with our vows and ceremony. Mika let me share a playlist that she played before during and after our ceremony and to this music lover was a detail I was so happy with! On top of that the photos they took and the certificate printed for us was so sweet. We didn't just pay for an officiant but a total package that made our day that much more special. Thank you both so much!!!

They were completely helpful professionals!!! They were on time they completed things without any…read moreissues. Great ppl to work with and I will use them again for anything they can assist me with!! They made me completely comfortable that they know what they are doing and that is worth what they charge which is also very reasonable. FYI they prepare docs as well so before you spend a bunch of money like I did, you should check with them first!!