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About This Vendor
Dream weddings on historic Summit Avenue.
Dream weddings at a historic St. Paul mansion This dignified stone mansion provide a gracious inviting atmosphere for the reception you and your guests will always remember. A courteous staff relieves you of all responsibility so you can enjoy the day with your guests. The unique mansion style reception is the perfect location for those who want something different for their special day. Summit Manor is an elegant yet comfortable setting with beautiful grounds for you and your guests to enjoy. We provide a complete reception service including the use of the Mansion, complete catering service, centerpieces, linens, silver service, dance floor, beautiful grounds, bar facilities... everything you will need for your perfect day. For fastest service please call 651-387-3283 SummitManor.com ElopeinStPaul.com
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Dressing Room, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 150
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Cakes & Desserts, Cupcakes, Other Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
SettingsBackyard, Castle, City Hall, Country Club, Estate, Garden, Historic Venue, Library, Museum, Park, Restaurant, Trees
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View PricesSummit Manor Reviews
Adrianna W (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I got married here in June 2023, and had a fantastic experience! We really had the perfect wedding. Multiple of our guests said our wedding was the best they had ever been to, and ALL of the credit for that goes to David, the site coordinator, who was incredibly helpful at every step of the process.Below are a couple of highlights from the day:The food was AMAZING! At our wedding, we had salmon and beef, and it was so tasty! All our guests were talking about how much they enjoyed the food. I know it can be difficult to prepare food for a large amount of people, but they really exceeded all my expectations!The staff at Summit Manor and all the preferred vendors (provided upon booking with Summit Manor) were really great. Very easy to work with, and they all seemed to be familiar with how events are run at Summit Manor. The whole day ran very smoothly, and went off without a single hitch!The venue is VERY beautiful and unique. It was really great that the entire venue was usable to our guests (the basement area speakeasy, the main floor, upstairs areas, and patio/outdoor areas).If you are getting married, or looking for a venue to host an event, I would HIGHLY recommend you check out Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-07-2023
My husband and I got married here in June 2023, and had a fantastic experience! We really had the perfect wedding. Multiple of our guests said our wedding was the best they had ever been to, and ALL of the credit for that goes to David, the site coordinator, who was incredibly helpful at every step of the process.Below are a couple of highlights from the day:The food was AMAZING! At our wedding, we had salmon and beef, and it was so tasty! All our guests were talking about how much they enjoyed the food. I know it can be difficult to prepare food for a large amount of people, but they really exceeded all my expectations!The staff at Summit Manor and all the preferred vendors (provided upon booking with Summit Manor) were really great. Very easy to work with, and they all seemed to be familiar with how events are run at Summit Manor. The whole day ran very smoothly, and went off without a single hitch!The venue is VERY beautiful and unique. It was really great that the entire venue was usable to our guests (the basement area speakeasy, the main floor, upstairs areas, and patio/outdoor areas).If you are getting married, or looking for a venue to host an event, I would HIGHLY recommend you check out Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-07-2023
Beth Kent (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Everything was wonderful! It was our only daughters wedding and could not have been more happy with Summit Manor. It was a prefect June day and we loved that our guest could be seated outside. The mansion is beautiful and so we had to do almost no decorating. The catering was truly tasty and we received so many compliments from guests about the food. David and the staff truly did take care of everything and my daughter and new son in law just seemed to float through the day. We are were pleased with everything and so grateful to Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 29-12-2023
Everything was wonderful! It was our only daughters wedding and could not have been more happy with Summit Manor. It was a prefect June day and we loved that our guest could be seated outside. The mansion is beautiful and so we had to do almost no decorating. The catering was truly tasty and we received so many compliments from guests about the food. David and the staff truly did take care of everything and my daughter and new son in law just seemed to float through the day. We are were pleased with everything and so grateful to Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 29-12-2023
Bethany Livingston (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I recently used Summit Manor Reception House for our wedding reception. It was wonderful!!! The staff was friendly, helpful and professional! They did a great job keeping the events of the night flowing and moving along and we didn't have to worry about a thing! Also, the food was delicious and they had a great variety of menus to choose from. Most of all, the owner, David, was SO accommodating, flexible and helpful!!! We had several special requests and he helped us with every one of them. Also, he was very helpful in planning the entire evening and helping our vision of the evening come true!! This is a beautiful place to have a wedding reception or any special occasion. It was perfect because people could be and do whatever they wanted throughout the evening. They could be outside or on the front porch talking and enjoying the beautiful weather, in the main room dancing, upstairs playing games or downstairs at the bar enjoying a drink! Absolutely EVERYONE enjoyed themselves!! Also, the cost is VERY affordable! There are several perks like they don't charge you to cut and serve the cake, you can bring in your own alcohol and they provide all the center pieces. Plus, you don't need to decorate because it is already such a beautiful setting. I would HIGHLY recommend using Summit Manor reception house!
Reviewed on 11-12-2023
My husband and I recently used Summit Manor Reception House for our wedding reception. It was wonderful!!! The staff was friendly, helpful and professional! They did a great job keeping the events of the night flowing and moving along and we didn't have to worry about a thing! Also, the food was delicious and they had a great variety of menus to choose from. Most of all, the owner, David, was SO accommodating, flexible and helpful!!! We had several special requests and he helped us with every one of them. Also, he was very helpful in planning the entire evening and helping our vision of the evening come true!! This is a beautiful place to have a wedding reception or any special occasion. It was perfect because people could be and do whatever they wanted throughout the evening. They could be outside or on the front porch talking and enjoying the beautiful weather, in the main room dancing, upstairs playing games or downstairs at the bar enjoying a drink! Absolutely EVERYONE enjoyed themselves!! Also, the cost is VERY affordable! There are several perks like they don't charge you to cut and serve the cake, you can bring in your own alcohol and they provide all the center pieces. Plus, you don't need to decorate because it is already such a beautiful setting. I would HIGHLY recommend using Summit Manor reception house!
Reviewed on 11-12-2023
Dina Edwards (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We recently had our ceremony and reception at the Summit Manor House. It was a marvelous event. During our first meeting with David McLaughlin, the coordinator, he said his goal was to have us feel like guests at our own wedding. I will say he achieved that goal. The planning for the ceremony and reception were very easy, as David responded quickly to each email and call. He is very organized and had all the answers. I love the low-stress planning as Summit manor takes care of all linen, tables and seasonal flowers. He also was very flexible with some unique requests I had for our reception. I was initially worried about not being able to taste the food before the reception. David assured me the food was good. I have to say the food was outstanding. All of our guests were impressed with the food and many people went back for seconds. The Buttercream cake was great. David was there the day of the ceremony and reception and coordinated everything well. I highly recommend The Summit Manor for special events. It is a classic location for an elegant event.
Reviewed on 11-12-2023
We recently had our ceremony and reception at the Summit Manor House. It was a marvelous event. During our first meeting with David McLaughlin, the coordinator, he said his goal was to have us feel like guests at our own wedding. I will say he achieved that goal. The planning for the ceremony and reception were very easy, as David responded quickly to each email and call. He is very organized and had all the answers. I love the low-stress planning as Summit manor takes care of all linen, tables and seasonal flowers. He also was very flexible with some unique requests I had for our reception. I was initially worried about not being able to taste the food before the reception. David assured me the food was good. I have to say the food was outstanding. All of our guests were impressed with the food and many people went back for seconds. The Buttercream cake was great. David was there the day of the ceremony and reception and coordinated everything well. I highly recommend The Summit Manor for special events. It is a classic location for an elegant event.
Reviewed on 11-12-2023
Jessie Chen (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
My wife and I got married here in September, and we were so happy with our venue choice! Summit Manor is beautiful, and it was crucial to us that we had rooms at the venue for getting ready rather than having to get ready somewhere else. We had the ceremony outside under the big oak tree with the provided arch, and it was an absolutely beautiful fall day. Our cocktail hour was outside, and for the rest of the reception our guests were able to wander in and out, mingling outside and dancing inside. The mansion vibes were excellent, with all of the dark wood, bookshelves, built in decor, and downstairs speakeasy. We barely had to bring any of our own decorations. David was so easy to work with, and made all of the planning very seamless. He was happy to accommodate our requests for a charcuterie table cocktail hour and breakfast for dinner. We got so many compliments on the food! The venue size was perfect for our guest count of 100. Highly recommend Summit Manor as a wedding venue.
Reviewed on 16-10-2023
My wife and I got married here in September, and we were so happy with our venue choice! Summit Manor is beautiful, and it was crucial to us that we had rooms at the venue for getting ready rather than having to get ready somewhere else. We had the ceremony outside under the big oak tree with the provided arch, and it was an absolutely beautiful fall day. Our cocktail hour was outside, and for the rest of the reception our guests were able to wander in and out, mingling outside and dancing inside. The mansion vibes were excellent, with all of the dark wood, bookshelves, built in decor, and downstairs speakeasy. We barely had to bring any of our own decorations. David was so easy to work with, and made all of the planning very seamless. He was happy to accommodate our requests for a charcuterie table cocktail hour and breakfast for dinner. We got so many compliments on the food! The venue size was perfect for our guest count of 100. Highly recommend Summit Manor as a wedding venue.
Reviewed on 16-10-2023
Laura Thomas (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We loved every minute of our day!Summit Manor was just what we were looking for. It's beautiful, classy, elegant and low stress at the same time. Best off the food was amazing. We had so many compliments from our guest on the catering. We had the beef medallions and salmon, highly recommend. David and his team took care of everything from start to finish. He was great to work with and made the whole process seem just too easy. Five stars for sure and we would add more if we could. Thank you David and Summit Manor!!!
Reviewed on 17-09-2023
We loved every minute of our day!Summit Manor was just what we were looking for. It's beautiful, classy, elegant and low stress at the same time. Best off the food was amazing. We had so many compliments from our guest on the catering. We had the beef medallions and salmon, highly recommend. David and his team took care of everything from start to finish. He was great to work with and made the whole process seem just too easy. Five stars for sure and we would add more if we could. Thank you David and Summit Manor!!!
Reviewed on 17-09-2023
Sam Ivey (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2023
We had our wedding at Summit Manor and it was the best party of my life. David made event planning a breeze and it was very comforting that they have an in-house chef that makes the food fresh to order (and not sitting in hot boxes all day). The food was phenomenal. In my ten years of wedding catering experience, I've never had a salmon cooked that perfectly. During the party, David helped keep us on track and was flexible to the guests' needs. We originally planned to have the Welcome/Blessing in the Manor, but since the weather was perfect and all the guests were outside enjoying the day, we moved it outside to not disrupt the flow of the event. From planning, to our getting ready in the morning, through the party, and at the end of the night when David helped my parents pack up our gifts, décor, and belongings -- it was fantastic. I would give this 10 out of 5 stars if I could. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 30-05-2023
Wedding Date 20-05-2023
We had our wedding at Summit Manor and it was the best party of my life. David made event planning a breeze and it was very comforting that they have an in-house chef that makes the food fresh to order (and not sitting in hot boxes all day). The food was phenomenal. In my ten years of wedding catering experience, I've never had a salmon cooked that perfectly. During the party, David helped keep us on track and was flexible to the guests' needs. We originally planned to have the Welcome/Blessing in the Manor, but since the weather was perfect and all the guests were outside enjoying the day, we moved it outside to not disrupt the flow of the event. From planning, to our getting ready in the morning, through the party, and at the end of the night when David helped my parents pack up our gifts, décor, and belongings -- it was fantastic. I would give this 10 out of 5 stars if I could. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 30-05-2023
Olivia Loverink (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Summit Manor is stunning and is everything I wanted in a wedding venue. From the moment we contacted them showing interest they were on top of things, answering any questions we had and guiding us on next steps. David was amazingly helpful and was pretty much an impromptu wedding planner and day of guide for us and was open and welcoming to any and all questions we had and was prompt and timely in all communications we had leading up to the wedding. He put our worries and anxieties at ease with his honesty and reassurances about everything. On the day of the wedding he was on top of everything, made himself available to us whenever we needed him and him and the staff were amazing. He helped us keep our timeline for the day which was so helpful. We did a brunch buffet and our guests loved it and remarked how amazingly lovely our day was. I couldn't have asked for anything better in a venue.
Reviewed on 12-10-2022
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Summit Manor is stunning and is everything I wanted in a wedding venue. From the moment we contacted them showing interest they were on top of things, answering any questions we had and guiding us on next steps. David was amazingly helpful and was pretty much an impromptu wedding planner and day of guide for us and was open and welcoming to any and all questions we had and was prompt and timely in all communications we had leading up to the wedding. He put our worries and anxieties at ease with his honesty and reassurances about everything. On the day of the wedding he was on top of everything, made himself available to us whenever we needed him and him and the staff were amazing. He helped us keep our timeline for the day which was so helpful. We did a brunch buffet and our guests loved it and remarked how amazingly lovely our day was. I couldn't have asked for anything better in a venue.
Reviewed on 12-10-2022
Elisa Spruce (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2022
We will forever be grateful that we chose Summit Manor as our wedding venue! We chose Summit Manor pre-COVID and had to postpone twice. We also live in the UK, and David stuck with us through thick and thin! He was always accessible, cool as a cucumber in calming an anxious bride, and full of helpful ideas and suggestions, but also flexible and fun. He got to know us and our story, and worked with us to create our perfect day. He had recommendations for other vendors who were all also top notch, and all of them commented on how much they love working with Summit Manor! All of his staff are consummate professionals. I can't believe that after almost 3 years of stops and starts, the wedding went off without a hitch! The food was delicious, and all the guests were full of compliments. Our special day, when it finally arrived, was simply the best because of this stunning, intimate venue!!
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Wedding Date 17-06-2022
We will forever be grateful that we chose Summit Manor as our wedding venue! We chose Summit Manor pre-COVID and had to postpone twice. We also live in the UK, and David stuck with us through thick and thin! He was always accessible, cool as a cucumber in calming an anxious bride, and full of helpful ideas and suggestions, but also flexible and fun. He got to know us and our story, and worked with us to create our perfect day. He had recommendations for other vendors who were all also top notch, and all of them commented on how much they love working with Summit Manor! All of his staff are consummate professionals. I can't believe that after almost 3 years of stops and starts, the wedding went off without a hitch! The food was delicious, and all the guests were full of compliments. Our special day, when it finally arrived, was simply the best because of this stunning, intimate venue!!
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Teri L (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-09-2022
This is an AMAZING place to have an event at. The home is gorgeous! There are rooms to change clothes in, (if needed), beautiful bathrooms, a library, a bar and beautiful grounds. The food was the most amazing and flavorful fare I have ever had at a wedding or restaurant! It's not your standard catered food. Its top notch. I just want more! From the garlic mashed potatoes to the wedding cake and everything in between was 5 star meal. David was a perfect host and we just can't thank him and his wife enough for creating such a warm and stunning venue.
Reviewed on 04-10-2022
Wedding Date 30-09-2022
This is an AMAZING place to have an event at. The home is gorgeous! There are rooms to change clothes in, (if needed), beautiful bathrooms, a library, a bar and beautiful grounds. The food was the most amazing and flavorful fare I have ever had at a wedding or restaurant! It's not your standard catered food. Its top notch. I just want more! From the garlic mashed potatoes to the wedding cake and everything in between was 5 star meal. David was a perfect host and we just can't thank him and his wife enough for creating such a warm and stunning venue.
Reviewed on 04-10-2022
Cat Daniels (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-09-2022
David at Summit Manor was an absolute delight to work with! We started looking for a venue in February of 2020, hoping to have the ceremony in September of '21. But when we made the difficult decision to postpone the reception due to Covid, David could not have been nicer & more understanding! The venue itself is a gorgeous historic house in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of St. Paul and having the catering done on-sight was a major factor in choosing Summit! David also provided a list of vendors, that we weren't required to choose from but it definitely also helped make the process a lot easier. It was a bit rainy the day of and when we had to make an indoor or outdoor decision for the ceremony, David was ready to spring into action! Plus we received a ton of compliments on our food (breaded chicken and a butternut squash ravioli). The most wonderful thing about Summit was that we could really make the space our own. If you don't want to decorate, that's cool! The venue is beautiful on its own! But David really let us bring our own random things to personalize the space. My sister even reached out to him (behind my back!) to request a TV for for MOH speech because she wanted to do a powerpoint (which was incredible.) And David helped make it happen! Literally the entire evening ran smoothly because David was there taking care of the behind the scenes things so that we could really enjoy ourselves. This was a fantastic venue!
Reviewed on 01-10-2022
Wedding Date 23-09-2022
David at Summit Manor was an absolute delight to work with! We started looking for a venue in February of 2020, hoping to have the ceremony in September of '21. But when we made the difficult decision to postpone the reception due to Covid, David could not have been nicer & more understanding! The venue itself is a gorgeous historic house in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of St. Paul and having the catering done on-sight was a major factor in choosing Summit! David also provided a list of vendors, that we weren't required to choose from but it definitely also helped make the process a lot easier. It was a bit rainy the day of and when we had to make an indoor or outdoor decision for the ceremony, David was ready to spring into action! Plus we received a ton of compliments on our food (breaded chicken and a butternut squash ravioli). The most wonderful thing about Summit was that we could really make the space our own. If you don't want to decorate, that's cool! The venue is beautiful on its own! But David really let us bring our own random things to personalize the space. My sister even reached out to him (behind my back!) to request a TV for for MOH speech because she wanted to do a powerpoint (which was incredible.) And David helped make it happen! Literally the entire evening ran smoothly because David was there taking care of the behind the scenes things so that we could really enjoy ourselves. This was a fantastic venue!
Reviewed on 01-10-2022
John Sniadajewski (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2022
Amazing place! We had our 100-guest wedding here. It was absolutely perfect. The place is beautiful and the food top notch. Thanks David!
Reviewed on 20-07-2022
Wedding Date 04-06-2022
Amazing place! We had our 100-guest wedding here. It was absolutely perfect. The place is beautiful and the food top notch. Thanks David!
Reviewed on 20-07-2022
Emily Kessel (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-05-2022
The Summit Manor really is a charming venue with an intimate, family like atmosphere. David and his team were great. David is very personable, professional, and on overall kind hearted man. He was easy to work with and made us feel taken care of throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. He was also culturally sensitive and accommodating by making a halal meal for my partner's family and providing a ramp for aunt's wheelchair up the front steps. Would I recommend this venue? Yes! Support this small family-owned business and you won't regret it.
Reviewed on 02-06-2022
Wedding Date 22-05-2022
The Summit Manor really is a charming venue with an intimate, family like atmosphere. David and his team were great. David is very personable, professional, and on overall kind hearted man. He was easy to work with and made us feel taken care of throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. He was also culturally sensitive and accommodating by making a halal meal for my partner's family and providing a ramp for aunt's wheelchair up the front steps. Would I recommend this venue? Yes! Support this small family-owned business and you won't regret it.
Reviewed on 02-06-2022
Caleb Schroer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-12-2021
We chose Summit Manor for the unique reception setting. From the get go, David was so easy to work, with providing us with excellent recommendations for vendors which would work within the space. The place was decorated stunningly for our winter wedding. The food, service, and atmosphere were simply put, perfect. Our guests could not stop raving about their time are so pleased to have such a flawless experience.
Reviewed on 29-12-2021
Wedding Date 18-12-2021
We chose Summit Manor for the unique reception setting. From the get go, David was so easy to work, with providing us with excellent recommendations for vendors which would work within the space. The place was decorated stunningly for our winter wedding. The food, service, and atmosphere were simply put, perfect. Our guests could not stop raving about their time are so pleased to have such a flawless experience.
Reviewed on 29-12-2021
Nicholas Anderson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2021
What a great place!!! Everything about our reception at the Summit manor was perfect. The owner David was so nice and so easy to work with. We did a cocktail reception with appetizers which were all delicious. Everyone that came couldn't get over how great everything was. I would recommend the Summit manor to anyone looking to have a party where just about everything is taken care of for you.
Reviewed on 11-10-2021
Wedding Date 01-10-2021
What a great place!!! Everything about our reception at the Summit manor was perfect. The owner David was so nice and so easy to work with. We did a cocktail reception with appetizers which were all delicious. Everyone that came couldn't get over how great everything was. I would recommend the Summit manor to anyone looking to have a party where just about everything is taken care of for you.
Reviewed on 11-10-2021
Sue Maus (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-09-2021
What an amazing venue! David and the staff were excellent to work with. We had so many compliments from our guests regarding the beautiful mansion, food, and service. As the mother-of-the bride, I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone looking for a stress-free wedding!
Reviewed on 27-09-2021
Wedding Date 25-09-2021
What an amazing venue! David and the staff were excellent to work with. We had so many compliments from our guests regarding the beautiful mansion, food, and service. As the mother-of-the bride, I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone looking for a stress-free wedding!
Reviewed on 27-09-2021
Debra Pexa (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2021
Summit Manor Reception House has my highest recommendation. Our reception was perfect. Excellent food and service, all in the most beautiful venue! David and his staff are the best! Thank you!
Reviewed on 16-09-2021
Wedding Date 14-09-2021
Summit Manor Reception House has my highest recommendation. Our reception was perfect. Excellent food and service, all in the most beautiful venue! David and his staff are the best! Thank you!
Reviewed on 16-09-2021
Karen Bray (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-09-2021
In these uncertain times, David and his staff were extremely professional and responsive to everyone and everything the entire evening of our postponed reception at Summit Manor. He saved us money and gave us honest feedback about the food and alcohol service. His team was prompt to serve, clean up and assist in every way possible. Guests raved about the food. It was a warm evening, and the easy access to the water and tea station was perfect. David was present in case we needed anything and the clean up at the end of the night was fast and efficient. The house looks beautiful and they set up tables outside so people could enjoy the grounds and weather. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have an elegant fun celebration. As a parent of the groom, I was very happy with the entire experience!
Reviewed on 11-09-2021
Wedding Date 10-09-2021
In these uncertain times, David and his staff were extremely professional and responsive to everyone and everything the entire evening of our postponed reception at Summit Manor. He saved us money and gave us honest feedback about the food and alcohol service. His team was prompt to serve, clean up and assist in every way possible. Guests raved about the food. It was a warm evening, and the easy access to the water and tea station was perfect. David was present in case we needed anything and the clean up at the end of the night was fast and efficient. The house looks beautiful and they set up tables outside so people could enjoy the grounds and weather. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have an elegant fun celebration. As a parent of the groom, I was very happy with the entire experience!
Reviewed on 11-09-2021
Kate H (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-07-2021
Everyone raved about the venue and the delicious meal! Thank you for making our wedding everything we wanted!!
Reviewed on 11-09-2021
Wedding Date 24-07-2021
Everyone raved about the venue and the delicious meal! Thank you for making our wedding everything we wanted!!
Reviewed on 11-09-2021
Kathy Wilcox (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-08-2021
Our wedding was fantastic! The guests raved about the food and beautiful venue.
Reviewed on 23-08-2021
Wedding Date 22-08-2021
Our wedding was fantastic! The guests raved about the food and beautiful venue.
Reviewed on 23-08-2021
Kathryn E (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-06-2021
The whole day was magical!Your home was beautiful, yard and gardens were lovely, your staff did a great job, food was very good… You made it a very special day!A heartfelt thank you!!!
Reviewed on 13-07-2021
Wedding Date 11-06-2021
The whole day was magical!Your home was beautiful, yard and gardens were lovely, your staff did a great job, food was very good… You made it a very special day!A heartfelt thank you!!!
Reviewed on 13-07-2021
Maria Theisen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-06-2021
I can't say enough good things about our experience with Summit Manor and David. His professionalism, excellence, kindness, and generosity was what made our wedding planning and day-of so beautiful, stress-free, and fun. The venue itself is stunning and we didn't worry at all about any day-of details. David and his staff handled everything. He told us before that he wanted us to feel like guests at our own wedding and we sure did. I can't recommend this place enough!!
Reviewed on 24-06-2021
Wedding Date 06-06-2021
I can't say enough good things about our experience with Summit Manor and David. His professionalism, excellence, kindness, and generosity was what made our wedding planning and day-of so beautiful, stress-free, and fun. The venue itself is stunning and we didn't worry at all about any day-of details. David and his staff handled everything. He told us before that he wanted us to feel like guests at our own wedding and we sure did. I can't recommend this place enough!!
Reviewed on 24-06-2021
Emily Larson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2020
We cannot say enough good things about our wedding at Summit Manor! David made the process easy and was very helpful walking us through all the steps and decisions that needed to be made. David’s experience shows, and he allowed us to be flexible , but has a wealth of experience you can draw on when you don’t know what to do. We appreciated how much was included through the venue, decreasing the need to juggle multiple vendors. We also appreciated how smoothly and seamlessly the day went, which was due to the professionalism of the staff. David was able to make sure things progressed on time, while keeping a natural flow to the event.We loved the venue and appreciated the ability to transition to an inside ceremony quickly if required by the weather – thankfully not an issue for us. We also enjoyed the historic character of the venue, and guests seemed to like the ability to transition easily between indoors, the front porch, and the yard.The food was very good. It reminded us of home cooking (in the best possible way) and was well executed. The quality of the food was something that numerous guests made positive comments about. We also recommend ordering the cake from Buttercream, which Summit Manor has worked with before, since they delivered the cake at no charge, and the entire process was very low hassle. From start to finish, David and his team made our wedding day one to remember!
Reviewed on 03-04-2021
Wedding Date 09-08-2020
We cannot say enough good things about our wedding at Summit Manor! David made the process easy and was very helpful walking us through all the steps and decisions that needed to be made. David’s experience shows, and he allowed us to be flexible , but has a wealth of experience you can draw on when you don’t know what to do. We appreciated how much was included through the venue, decreasing the need to juggle multiple vendors. We also appreciated how smoothly and seamlessly the day went, which was due to the professionalism of the staff. David was able to make sure things progressed on time, while keeping a natural flow to the event.We loved the venue and appreciated the ability to transition to an inside ceremony quickly if required by the weather – thankfully not an issue for us. We also enjoyed the historic character of the venue, and guests seemed to like the ability to transition easily between indoors, the front porch, and the yard.The food was very good. It reminded us of home cooking (in the best possible way) and was well executed. The quality of the food was something that numerous guests made positive comments about. We also recommend ordering the cake from Buttercream, which Summit Manor has worked with before, since they delivered the cake at no charge, and the entire process was very low hassle. From start to finish, David and his team made our wedding day one to remember!
Reviewed on 03-04-2021
Dina E. (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
Five Stars is the least we can do for all that David and Summit Manor did for us. The mansion is amazing, the food was fantastic (we had so many compliments) and David was so kind and generous to us from start to finish. Thank you to all at Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-10-2020
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
Five Stars is the least we can do for all that David and Summit Manor did for us. The mansion is amazing, the food was fantastic (we had so many compliments) and David was so kind and generous to us from start to finish. Thank you to all at Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-10-2020
Julie P. (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-08-2020
My daughter had her reception at Summit Manor! We absolutely loved everything! It was a classy venue. David was awesome to work with. He always got back to us right away. On the day, he was there if we needed anything. We can’t thank him enough. Julie, mother of the bride!
Reviewed on 29-09-2020
Wedding Date 10-08-2020
My daughter had her reception at Summit Manor! We absolutely loved everything! It was a classy venue. David was awesome to work with. He always got back to us right away. On the day, he was there if we needed anything. We can’t thank him enough. Julie, mother of the bride!
Reviewed on 29-09-2020
Cassidy Wilson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-09-2020
We had the most beautiful wedding ceremony at Summit Manor this past weekend! We had been in touch with David for more than a year, and had originally planned a large wedding ceremony and reception for September 20, 2020. With COVID-19, we decided that we wanted to postpone the big party we'd put down our deposit for. David was very flexible about letting us decide on a new date whenever we're ready, with no penalty. In the meantime, we decided we'd like to move forward with a ceremony on our original date. We almost didn't even ask David, since we assumed a second event would be out of the question, but he was kind enough to let us have a small ceremony on-site free of charge (except for a small cleaning fee). The beautiful location (that oak tree!!) really shone in the early fall setting and we were able to safely have the ceremony we'd dreamed of. David is so kind, comforting, flexible, and human in his work as a host here. We were so grateful to have chosen Summit Manor and have him in our corner when things got difficult this year.
Reviewed on 24-09-2020
Wedding Date 20-09-2020
We had the most beautiful wedding ceremony at Summit Manor this past weekend! We had been in touch with David for more than a year, and had originally planned a large wedding ceremony and reception for September 20, 2020. With COVID-19, we decided that we wanted to postpone the big party we'd put down our deposit for. David was very flexible about letting us decide on a new date whenever we're ready, with no penalty. In the meantime, we decided we'd like to move forward with a ceremony on our original date. We almost didn't even ask David, since we assumed a second event would be out of the question, but he was kind enough to let us have a small ceremony on-site free of charge (except for a small cleaning fee). The beautiful location (that oak tree!!) really shone in the early fall setting and we were able to safely have the ceremony we'd dreamed of. David is so kind, comforting, flexible, and human in his work as a host here. We were so grateful to have chosen Summit Manor and have him in our corner when things got difficult this year.
Reviewed on 24-09-2020
Kaylynne Stuelke (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-08-2020
David is very friendly and helpful. He kept my stress level down while things looked uncertain in this pandemic. We were able to still have everything we wanted for our special day. The food was so amazing, our guests were just going up for seconds and more. David’s recommendation for dessert was also a hit for us and our guests. I couldn’t see having our wedding anywhere else besides Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 23-09-2020
Wedding Date 07-08-2020
David is very friendly and helpful. He kept my stress level down while things looked uncertain in this pandemic. We were able to still have everything we wanted for our special day. The food was so amazing, our guests were just going up for seconds and more. David’s recommendation for dessert was also a hit for us and our guests. I couldn’t see having our wedding anywhere else besides Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 23-09-2020
Kelley Ungerecht (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2020
Summit Manor is a beautiful venue with historic charm. It's the epitome of old St. Paul and was the perfect setting for our wedding ceremony and reception. David was incredibly flexible and understanding throughout the process of attempting to plan a wedding amidst a global pandemic. Many of my friends getting married this summer did not have similarly pleasant experiences with their venues, so I'm incredibly grateful that we chose such an accommodating vendor!! If you want an intimate and unique wedding, I highly recommend Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 02-08-2020
Wedding Date 25-07-2020
Summit Manor is a beautiful venue with historic charm. It's the epitome of old St. Paul and was the perfect setting for our wedding ceremony and reception. David was incredibly flexible and understanding throughout the process of attempting to plan a wedding amidst a global pandemic. Many of my friends getting married this summer did not have similarly pleasant experiences with their venues, so I'm incredibly grateful that we chose such an accommodating vendor!! If you want an intimate and unique wedding, I highly recommend Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 02-08-2020
Nick B (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-06-2020
The venue is gorgeous! It was a perfect backdrop for our wedding day. Looking forward to the pictures with such a beautiful building.David was awesome in helping us put together a fairly last minute wedding plan as things constantly shifted due to the changing COVID landscape. He was patient with us being indecisive, gave us great suggestions, and made sure we had everything we needed to have a wonderful, intimate wedding!I totally recommend this venue for a wedding, or any other event. Especially if a classic, gorgeous manor could help the vibe!
Reviewed on 14-07-2020
Wedding Date 20-06-2020
The venue is gorgeous! It was a perfect backdrop for our wedding day. Looking forward to the pictures with such a beautiful building.David was awesome in helping us put together a fairly last minute wedding plan as things constantly shifted due to the changing COVID landscape. He was patient with us being indecisive, gave us great suggestions, and made sure we had everything we needed to have a wonderful, intimate wedding!I totally recommend this venue for a wedding, or any other event. Especially if a classic, gorgeous manor could help the vibe!
Reviewed on 14-07-2020
Erica Maus (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-09-2019
We had our wedding in September at Summit Manor and everything was just perfect. The day was beautiful and we just loved being able to be both inside and out. Our guests just raved about the food and how fun the whole day was. We were on the dance floor all night and loved taking breaks down in the speak-easy. It was a second marriage for both of us and so just wanted it elegant and fun and that is what we got. Everyone was great to work with and being able to bring your own alcohol was a big savings. We had to do literally no decorating, the place is amazing. I have never written a review on anything before and so not sure what else to say besides we both wish we could give more than five starts to Summit Manor and their whole team. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 21-10-2019
Wedding Date 27-09-2019
We had our wedding in September at Summit Manor and everything was just perfect. The day was beautiful and we just loved being able to be both inside and out. Our guests just raved about the food and how fun the whole day was. We were on the dance floor all night and loved taking breaks down in the speak-easy. It was a second marriage for both of us and so just wanted it elegant and fun and that is what we got. Everyone was great to work with and being able to bring your own alcohol was a big savings. We had to do literally no decorating, the place is amazing. I have never written a review on anything before and so not sure what else to say besides we both wish we could give more than five starts to Summit Manor and their whole team. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 21-10-2019
Adam Kassekert (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
Summit Manor is a fantastic venue that was a wonderful setting for our wedding. We held our ceremony outside under their giant oak tree and the reception inside, which had a cool speakeasy basement bar. My wife and I had a great experience working with David and all the Summit Manor staff. David was very easy to work with and very responsive to our questions. He guided us through the planning process and helped to ensure everything ran smoothly on the day of the wedding. We felt David and his staff really went above and beyond to help our wedding be stress free. I would highly recommend Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 26-09-2019
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
Summit Manor is a fantastic venue that was a wonderful setting for our wedding. We held our ceremony outside under their giant oak tree and the reception inside, which had a cool speakeasy basement bar. My wife and I had a great experience working with David and all the Summit Manor staff. David was very easy to work with and very responsive to our questions. He guided us through the planning process and helped to ensure everything ran smoothly on the day of the wedding. We felt David and his staff really went above and beyond to help our wedding be stress free. I would highly recommend Summit Manor.
Reviewed on 26-09-2019
Jessica Porath (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
From our very first meeting all the way through until the end of our wedding night, we had a fabulous experience with David and Summit Manor. First of all, the venue is absolutely gorgeous! You can tell the building and grounds are lovingly cared for. We had our ceremony under the huge oak tree and reception inside throughout the three levels. Our guests seemed to really enjoy the various spaces and uniqueness of the venue. David was an excellent resource throughout the entire planning process. He was always very prompt in answering questions and had excellent suggestions for us when we asked for ideas. David was there the entire wedding day, and he along with his team went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for us. The day flowed smoothly and without any issues. We truly loved the venue and highly recommend Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 25-09-2019
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
From our very first meeting all the way through until the end of our wedding night, we had a fabulous experience with David and Summit Manor. First of all, the venue is absolutely gorgeous! You can tell the building and grounds are lovingly cared for. We had our ceremony under the huge oak tree and reception inside throughout the three levels. Our guests seemed to really enjoy the various spaces and uniqueness of the venue. David was an excellent resource throughout the entire planning process. He was always very prompt in answering questions and had excellent suggestions for us when we asked for ideas. David was there the entire wedding day, and he along with his team went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for us. The day flowed smoothly and without any issues. We truly loved the venue and highly recommend Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 25-09-2019
Thuy-Trang N. (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-06-2019
We like to thank David for his care and support during our special day. I highly recommended Summit Manor Reception House.
Reviewed on 12-09-2019
Wedding Date 29-06-2019
We like to thank David for his care and support during our special day. I highly recommended Summit Manor Reception House.
Reviewed on 12-09-2019
Barbara Messmer (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
Our daughter was married with reception to follow at Summit Manor over Labor Day weekend. Both our daughter and ourselves live overseas so all the planning was done long distance by email and phone. David was always quick to respond, made things so much easier, and took lots of stress away. The house and yard are beautiful, charming, and well maintained. There was plenty of space for guests to roam around, mingle, eat, and dance. The setting was great for photos as well. At the time we signed the contract, there was a designated caterer (Mintahoe) we had to use which was pretty good since it saved us time doing research. The speakeasy bar downstairs and adjoining rooms were a big hit with the guests. I highly recommend this venue. Thanks David for making our daughter and son-in-law's day so special!
Reviewed on 12-09-2019
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
Our daughter was married with reception to follow at Summit Manor over Labor Day weekend. Both our daughter and ourselves live overseas so all the planning was done long distance by email and phone. David was always quick to respond, made things so much easier, and took lots of stress away. The house and yard are beautiful, charming, and well maintained. There was plenty of space for guests to roam around, mingle, eat, and dance. The setting was great for photos as well. At the time we signed the contract, there was a designated caterer (Mintahoe) we had to use which was pretty good since it saved us time doing research. The speakeasy bar downstairs and adjoining rooms were a big hit with the guests. I highly recommend this venue. Thanks David for making our daughter and son-in-law's day so special!
Reviewed on 12-09-2019
Patti Swanson (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-02-2019
We had our daughter's wedding at Summit Manor in February. Who knew that a winter wedding could be so wonderful and absolutely perfect in the \"snowiest month\" in MN history! Seriously, David and his crew made the entire event a dream wedding for our daughter and new son-in-law. He met our every need and concern with the utmost care, concern, and professionalism. David was so easy to work with and truly everything he said happened just as he described. If we would of done anything different, it would have been to trust David more than we already did. He and his staff we hidden in the background making it all work flawlessly (I had 2 drink spills and I don't think anyone even knew because the staff was so attentive!) We had about 75 guests and there was room for plenty more in this stately mansion. We enhanced the already magnificent structure with a few candles and some greens with pine cones. It was not even necessary but certainly was a reasonable option instead of spending lots of money on decor. The Speakeasy in the basement was everyone's favorite place to spend some of their time visiting and catching up with one another. I cannot recommend this venue high enough for satisfaction, value, food, service, DJ and the wedding experience in and of itself. We had a couple of unique requests (you'll have to ask him!) and he was able to accommodate them. If you want an elegant, yet can be simple, perfectly orchestrated event, then Summit Manor is your choice! This was as close to perfect as it gets!
Reviewed on 04-07-2019
Wedding Date 16-02-2019
We had our daughter's wedding at Summit Manor in February. Who knew that a winter wedding could be so wonderful and absolutely perfect in the \"snowiest month\" in MN history! Seriously, David and his crew made the entire event a dream wedding for our daughter and new son-in-law. He met our every need and concern with the utmost care, concern, and professionalism. David was so easy to work with and truly everything he said happened just as he described. If we would of done anything different, it would have been to trust David more than we already did. He and his staff we hidden in the background making it all work flawlessly (I had 2 drink spills and I don't think anyone even knew because the staff was so attentive!) We had about 75 guests and there was room for plenty more in this stately mansion. We enhanced the already magnificent structure with a few candles and some greens with pine cones. It was not even necessary but certainly was a reasonable option instead of spending lots of money on decor. The Speakeasy in the basement was everyone's favorite place to spend some of their time visiting and catching up with one another. I cannot recommend this venue high enough for satisfaction, value, food, service, DJ and the wedding experience in and of itself. We had a couple of unique requests (you'll have to ask him!) and he was able to accommodate them. If you want an elegant, yet can be simple, perfectly orchestrated event, then Summit Manor is your choice! This was as close to perfect as it gets!
Reviewed on 04-07-2019
Nicole Henson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-06-2019
David and Amber made our wedding as stress-free as possible. They were incredibly helpful every step of the way! They had suggestions for things we'd never have thought of that made our ceremony perfect and were incredibly supportive in making sure our vision for our wedding materalized day of. We showed up with everything taken care of--the day could not have gone more smoothly!
Reviewed on 11-06-2019
Wedding Date 08-06-2019
David and Amber made our wedding as stress-free as possible. They were incredibly helpful every step of the way! They had suggestions for things we'd never have thought of that made our ceremony perfect and were incredibly supportive in making sure our vision for our wedding materalized day of. We showed up with everything taken care of--the day could not have gone more smoothly!
Reviewed on 11-06-2019
Pat Sykes (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-05-2019
Summit Manor is a beautiful venue; it was perfect for our daughter's wedding. Because it's a mansion rather than a large open space, it is warm and intimate. The venue only hosts one event per day. Other places we looked at hosted multiple events per day plus restricted when you could access the space to get ready. The only requirement was that we let them know in advance when we wanted to arrive so that someone would be available to let us in. We also appreciated that everything was included rather than a la carte. There were no extra charges for having both the wedding and the reception at Summit Manor or for them to set up chairs outside for the wedding, or for them to move the wedding inside if the weather changed, or to use the bride's dressing room or for the groomsmen to use a dressing area. The bride's dressing room was perfect. The bride, bridesmaids, flower girl, and mothers could all get ready at the same time -- even with someone doing the bride's hair and makeup and another person doing the makeup for the bridesmaids.David was fabulous to deal with. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided the guidance we needed to pull everything together. He met with us (parents of the bride and bride and groom) multiple times and kept in contact with us to keep our plans on track. He was always available to answer our questions and address our concerns, even those unrelated to the venue. David volunteered to review the vows since the bride and groom wanted to keep them secret from each other (and everyone else) before the ceremony. He was ready to provide help in writing the vows, although that wasn't necessary as both vows were perfect and complemented each other, no revisions necessary. An hour or so prior to the ceremony, we had a rehearsal. David walked us through everything and put everyone at ease with his calmness and sense of humor. He also told participants that he was going to touch them before touching them to move them into place. Since not everyone likes to be touched -- especially if they don't know someone is going to touch them -- I thought that this was very considerate -- as well as typical of the way that he conducted everything related to the wedding.One of the things that David had told us was that Summit Manor was a stress-free place; we weren't to stress about anything, he would guide everything. Rather than setting specific times for events (cake-cutting, toasts, etc), he observed what was happening and when the logical flow said it was time to move on and then he quietly rounded up the appropriate people, no announcements or disruptions. When we arrived, he gave each of us a card with his cell number and told us that if we needed anything, we should call him and not waste time/effort trying to find him. We never did need to call him; magically he was somehow right there whenever we needed anything or had a question.David requested feedback; he asked what they could have done to make the wedding better. I can honestly say that I can't think of a single thing that David or Summit Manor could have done to make the prep or the wedding better.Pat (MOB)
Reviewed on 04-06-2019
Wedding Date 25-05-2019
Summit Manor is a beautiful venue; it was perfect for our daughter's wedding. Because it's a mansion rather than a large open space, it is warm and intimate. The venue only hosts one event per day. Other places we looked at hosted multiple events per day plus restricted when you could access the space to get ready. The only requirement was that we let them know in advance when we wanted to arrive so that someone would be available to let us in. We also appreciated that everything was included rather than a la carte. There were no extra charges for having both the wedding and the reception at Summit Manor or for them to set up chairs outside for the wedding, or for them to move the wedding inside if the weather changed, or to use the bride's dressing room or for the groomsmen to use a dressing area. The bride's dressing room was perfect. The bride, bridesmaids, flower girl, and mothers could all get ready at the same time -- even with someone doing the bride's hair and makeup and another person doing the makeup for the bridesmaids.David was fabulous to deal with. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided the guidance we needed to pull everything together. He met with us (parents of the bride and bride and groom) multiple times and kept in contact with us to keep our plans on track. He was always available to answer our questions and address our concerns, even those unrelated to the venue. David volunteered to review the vows since the bride and groom wanted to keep them secret from each other (and everyone else) before the ceremony. He was ready to provide help in writing the vows, although that wasn't necessary as both vows were perfect and complemented each other, no revisions necessary. An hour or so prior to the ceremony, we had a rehearsal. David walked us through everything and put everyone at ease with his calmness and sense of humor. He also told participants that he was going to touch them before touching them to move them into place. Since not everyone likes to be touched -- especially if they don't know someone is going to touch them -- I thought that this was very considerate -- as well as typical of the way that he conducted everything related to the wedding.One of the things that David had told us was that Summit Manor was a stress-free place; we weren't to stress about anything, he would guide everything. Rather than setting specific times for events (cake-cutting, toasts, etc), he observed what was happening and when the logical flow said it was time to move on and then he quietly rounded up the appropriate people, no announcements or disruptions. When we arrived, he gave each of us a card with his cell number and told us that if we needed anything, we should call him and not waste time/effort trying to find him. We never did need to call him; magically he was somehow right there whenever we needed anything or had a question.David requested feedback; he asked what they could have done to make the wedding better. I can honestly say that I can't think of a single thing that David or Summit Manor could have done to make the prep or the wedding better.Pat (MOB)
Reviewed on 04-06-2019
Elizabeth Nordgren (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-02-2019
David was so helpful and responsive, and it was the perfect venue for our small and intimate ceremony. He helped us walk through each step we needed to take care of and offered helpful suggestions when we weren't sure. On the day of, Amber was a great photographer and it was so nice we could book the venue and photographer together. We wanted something easy but memorable and personalized, and that's just what they provided!
Reviewed on 10-04-2019
Wedding Date 17-02-2019
David was so helpful and responsive, and it was the perfect venue for our small and intimate ceremony. He helped us walk through each step we needed to take care of and offered helpful suggestions when we weren't sure. On the day of, Amber was a great photographer and it was so nice we could book the venue and photographer together. We wanted something easy but memorable and personalized, and that's just what they provided!
Reviewed on 10-04-2019
jenni poliseno (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-12-2018
We could not have been more pleased working with Summit Manor. From the initial tour up to the day of our wedding David and his staff were very welcoming, professional and helpful. We are so grateful to have discovered Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-12-2018
Wedding Date 21-12-2018
We could not have been more pleased working with Summit Manor. From the initial tour up to the day of our wedding David and his staff were very welcoming, professional and helpful. We are so grateful to have discovered Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 27-12-2018
Caroline Church (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2018
Summit Manor is more than just a venue. Our main goal in our wedding reception was to throw a party that was inclusive and generous to all the most important people in our lives. Summit Manor does not allow wedding coordinators, but you won't need one. David guided us through each moment, giving us excellent advice and helping us run a party with more grace and ease than we could have done on our own. Summit Manor also does all the set up and clean up of the space. It was great not to have to ask our bridal party to come early or stay late to set the scene. Furthermore, this place is much more budget friendly than you'd think. They have a venue fee and then a menu fee, but you will save a lot of money here - especially if you don't care about too much about matching décor. Here are the many ways you will save money:1. The liquor store they work with allows you to buy your own alcohol and return the unopened cases. We provided a full open bar with opens catered towards our guests including some gluten free beer for two VIP guests. And we did it all for about $3,000 less than open bar costs at other venues.2. They provide all linens, tableware, flowers, vases and decorations for set up and staffing. We only purchased flowers for the bridal party - and we purchased no extra decorations. They had both potted plants outside and vases of farmer's market flowers on the inside. The space is also just beautiful, so you don't need much else.3. They have light jazz music running through dinner, so you don't need to hire musicians or a dj for dinner music. They also have many partnerships with local vendors - we got a discount on our DJ through them.4. It's an all inclusive venue, so you can get married there and then move right into the reception. We did get married at our church - costing us a little more in space fees, but we would have saved another $1,000 just to pay the honorarium and have our priest come to the venue itself. The one thing to note is that the food they provide I would definitely describe as stereotypical wedding food - not really anything to write home about. However, none of our guests seemed to care too much about that, and there was plenty of food for people to eat, which was more of our concern. If you care deeply about the food, don't choose this venue. If you care deeply about throwing a party all of your guests will rave about, choose this venue.Finally, Summit Manor has an in house photographer. She was generous in her time, her pictures are awesome, she really knows the space - a separate review will come on her page, Amber McLaughlin Photography. Hope this helps you plan an awesome day! Cheers!
Reviewed on 25-06-2018
Wedding Date 23-06-2018
Summit Manor is more than just a venue. Our main goal in our wedding reception was to throw a party that was inclusive and generous to all the most important people in our lives. Summit Manor does not allow wedding coordinators, but you won't need one. David guided us through each moment, giving us excellent advice and helping us run a party with more grace and ease than we could have done on our own. Summit Manor also does all the set up and clean up of the space. It was great not to have to ask our bridal party to come early or stay late to set the scene. Furthermore, this place is much more budget friendly than you'd think. They have a venue fee and then a menu fee, but you will save a lot of money here - especially if you don't care about too much about matching décor. Here are the many ways you will save money:1. The liquor store they work with allows you to buy your own alcohol and return the unopened cases. We provided a full open bar with opens catered towards our guests including some gluten free beer for two VIP guests. And we did it all for about $3,000 less than open bar costs at other venues.2. They provide all linens, tableware, flowers, vases and decorations for set up and staffing. We only purchased flowers for the bridal party - and we purchased no extra decorations. They had both potted plants outside and vases of farmer's market flowers on the inside. The space is also just beautiful, so you don't need much else.3. They have light jazz music running through dinner, so you don't need to hire musicians or a dj for dinner music. They also have many partnerships with local vendors - we got a discount on our DJ through them.4. It's an all inclusive venue, so you can get married there and then move right into the reception. We did get married at our church - costing us a little more in space fees, but we would have saved another $1,000 just to pay the honorarium and have our priest come to the venue itself. The one thing to note is that the food they provide I would definitely describe as stereotypical wedding food - not really anything to write home about. However, none of our guests seemed to care too much about that, and there was plenty of food for people to eat, which was more of our concern. If you care deeply about the food, don't choose this venue. If you care deeply about throwing a party all of your guests will rave about, choose this venue.Finally, Summit Manor has an in house photographer. She was generous in her time, her pictures are awesome, she really knows the space - a separate review will come on her page, Amber McLaughlin Photography. Hope this helps you plan an awesome day! Cheers!
Reviewed on 25-06-2018
Jenna Schuldt (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-05-2018
Thanks to David and the Summit Manor team, it was a perfect day.
Reviewed on 11-06-2018
Wedding Date 27-05-2018
Thanks to David and the Summit Manor team, it was a perfect day.
Reviewed on 11-06-2018
Martie Campbell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-07-2016
We had our wedding at Summit Manor last July, and it was the best choice we made for our wedding by far!! David (the owner and on-site coordinator) makes the wedding process easy. You won’t have to sweat every detail because David has it taken care of. He is a master at coordinating weddings and other events in his unique venue and is there to answer every question. Another bonus: he is not afraid to give advice! He gives great advice and has great recommendations for all of the vendors. Even when the wedding was months and months away, he answered all of our questions and was always available. The day of the wedding, all of the Summit Manor staff was extremely professional. Everything flowed wonderfully! Every issue was taken care of, and it was nice to have David there who already knew our style and preferences. We are so happy with how everything turned out! Now another bonus of Summit Manor goes without saying--it is gorgeous! You will get very unique pictures, and many of our guests commented on the beauty and uniqueness of a “mansion wedding.” At first, it was hard for us to visualize, but David had great advice for what works at this venue. In addition, having a summer wedding, we wanted a space that had a place for an outdoor wedding (which Summit Manor has, and it is beautiful). Many venues we visited, however, had nice outdoor spaces, but their rainy-day backups were very sad. Summit Manor has a great back-up space on the steps indoors as well as the outdoor locations. Finally, Summit Manor will save you money. You have to pay slightly more for the venue upfront, but what we learned is that this was totally worth it. They won’t “nickle-and-dime” you. Things like cake-platters and glassware aren’t extra like at many Twin Cities venues, and they even give you free floral centerpieces! On top of that, our decorating bill was zero dollars! It is already gorgeous, so why change that? Also, as a pro-tip, some vendors that work with David have a special Summit Manor rate (Buttercream, A Ran Music Service), so check those out if you choose Summit Manor! We highly recommend that you check out Summit Manor and meet with David to see what it is all about!
Reviewed on 11-12-2016
Wedding Date 30-07-2016
We had our wedding at Summit Manor last July, and it was the best choice we made for our wedding by far!! David (the owner and on-site coordinator) makes the wedding process easy. You won’t have to sweat every detail because David has it taken care of. He is a master at coordinating weddings and other events in his unique venue and is there to answer every question. Another bonus: he is not afraid to give advice! He gives great advice and has great recommendations for all of the vendors. Even when the wedding was months and months away, he answered all of our questions and was always available. The day of the wedding, all of the Summit Manor staff was extremely professional. Everything flowed wonderfully! Every issue was taken care of, and it was nice to have David there who already knew our style and preferences. We are so happy with how everything turned out! Now another bonus of Summit Manor goes without saying--it is gorgeous! You will get very unique pictures, and many of our guests commented on the beauty and uniqueness of a “mansion wedding.” At first, it was hard for us to visualize, but David had great advice for what works at this venue. In addition, having a summer wedding, we wanted a space that had a place for an outdoor wedding (which Summit Manor has, and it is beautiful). Many venues we visited, however, had nice outdoor spaces, but their rainy-day backups were very sad. Summit Manor has a great back-up space on the steps indoors as well as the outdoor locations. Finally, Summit Manor will save you money. You have to pay slightly more for the venue upfront, but what we learned is that this was totally worth it. They won’t “nickle-and-dime” you. Things like cake-platters and glassware aren’t extra like at many Twin Cities venues, and they even give you free floral centerpieces! On top of that, our decorating bill was zero dollars! It is already gorgeous, so why change that? Also, as a pro-tip, some vendors that work with David have a special Summit Manor rate (Buttercream, A Ran Music Service), so check those out if you choose Summit Manor! We highly recommend that you check out Summit Manor and meet with David to see what it is all about!
Reviewed on 11-12-2016
David McLaughlin (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2009
The greatest day of my life.We really wanted a different kind of wedding. From the get go we thought a destination would be for us. Then the reality of grandma traveling and other factors soon made that thought just an unrealistic dream. Summit Manor truly brought that dream to life in a different way. This grand old mansion with all the inside and out for guests to explore and visit was so different than the drab wedding we feared. It was amazing. It is the perfect venue for those who want to \"get away\" and have a different experience. Our wedding was amazing under the great oak and reception was just beyond words. We could not possibly recommend them enough. Everything was done for us and we just enjoyed our day. There were plenty of planning meetings, but the day of seem to just flow. We loved moving around the mansion and the grounds talking to guests. Perfect.The food was phenomenal. ! So many compliments from guest to even count. We loved it. We had a cake from Buttercream and A Ran as our DJ. Everything was just so nice. I even took their advice and got a new suit from Heimie's. Just like other reviews have said, go with their recommendations! All were great!So much could be said, but let me just say this... as a groom you wouldn't expect so much praise, but I loved it and so did my amazing bride. Extra bonus... when we got our pictures back... WOW yes Summit Manor is the place for the most amazing pictures you could imagine.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 26-09-2009
The greatest day of my life.We really wanted a different kind of wedding. From the get go we thought a destination would be for us. Then the reality of grandma traveling and other factors soon made that thought just an unrealistic dream. Summit Manor truly brought that dream to life in a different way. This grand old mansion with all the inside and out for guests to explore and visit was so different than the drab wedding we feared. It was amazing. It is the perfect venue for those who want to \"get away\" and have a different experience. Our wedding was amazing under the great oak and reception was just beyond words. We could not possibly recommend them enough. Everything was done for us and we just enjoyed our day. There were plenty of planning meetings, but the day of seem to just flow. We loved moving around the mansion and the grounds talking to guests. Perfect.The food was phenomenal. ! So many compliments from guest to even count. We loved it. We had a cake from Buttercream and A Ran as our DJ. Everything was just so nice. I even took their advice and got a new suit from Heimie's. Just like other reviews have said, go with their recommendations! All were great!So much could be said, but let me just say this... as a groom you wouldn't expect so much praise, but I loved it and so did my amazing bride. Extra bonus... when we got our pictures back... WOW yes Summit Manor is the place for the most amazing pictures you could imagine.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Erin Moiur (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-01-2018
Our wedding at reception at Summit Manor was beyond all our dreams. We were promised that we and our guests would have an experience to remember and that is exactly what happened. We had so many friends and family ask us how we found Summit Manor and let us know they had never been to a wedding like it. Made us so proud and happy of our choice.From the first planning meeting until the moment we left for our honeymoon all was taken care of and planned. We felt like friends and family to the Summit Manor staff. On the day they took care of every detail. David our planner was there, but we also met others who just made us feel at home. We did take all of their advice and used their DJ, Judge, Bartender and Photographer recommendations and they all worked seamlessly together.We ordered a Buttercream cake and loved it. We also opted for the photo wall, really funny (and embarrassing) pictures. So glad we did. The food was fantastic! The menu choices were a bit overwhelming, but David and his staff helped us pick. We went with the Salmon and Roast Beef. Many, Many, Many compliments from our guests. Highly recommend the salmon!!!!A big thank you to David and all the Summit Manor Staff. We are so grateful.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 01-01-2018
Our wedding at reception at Summit Manor was beyond all our dreams. We were promised that we and our guests would have an experience to remember and that is exactly what happened. We had so many friends and family ask us how we found Summit Manor and let us know they had never been to a wedding like it. Made us so proud and happy of our choice.From the first planning meeting until the moment we left for our honeymoon all was taken care of and planned. We felt like friends and family to the Summit Manor staff. On the day they took care of every detail. David our planner was there, but we also met others who just made us feel at home. We did take all of their advice and used their DJ, Judge, Bartender and Photographer recommendations and they all worked seamlessly together.We ordered a Buttercream cake and loved it. We also opted for the photo wall, really funny (and embarrassing) pictures. So glad we did. The food was fantastic! The menu choices were a bit overwhelming, but David and his staff helped us pick. We went with the Salmon and Roast Beef. Many, Many, Many compliments from our guests. Highly recommend the salmon!!!!A big thank you to David and all the Summit Manor Staff. We are so grateful.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Brittany Pearson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
David made our day so stress free! He is so personable and easy to work with. Also, all of the staff were so friendly and helpful. We didn't worry about a thing! We truly just got to enjoy the day. The venue is beautiful, needs very little in the way of decorating. The food is phenomenal. Overall, I could not have imagined a better day. I wouldn't change a thing.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
David made our day so stress free! He is so personable and easy to work with. Also, all of the staff were so friendly and helpful. We didn't worry about a thing! We truly just got to enjoy the day. The venue is beautiful, needs very little in the way of decorating. The food is phenomenal. Overall, I could not have imagined a better day. I wouldn't change a thing.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Kristin Hall (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-09-2016
Summit Manor was AMAZING. David went above and beyond to make sure that we and our guests were having a great time. He was very helpful throughout the planning process, and was willing to talk with us at anytime. We had a brunch wedding, and we had rave reviews about the food from our guests. The day of went smoothly, and David and his staff effortlessly coordinated the whole thing.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 18-09-2016
Summit Manor was AMAZING. David went above and beyond to make sure that we and our guests were having a great time. He was very helpful throughout the planning process, and was willing to talk with us at anytime. We had a brunch wedding, and we had rave reviews about the food from our guests. The day of went smoothly, and David and his staff effortlessly coordinated the whole thing.
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Pat Salay (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
Thirty-four years ago, my husband Roger and I held our wedding reception at Summit Manor Reception Hall – a place of warm elegance, wonderful food, and supportive staff headed by Mike and Judy McLaughlin. When our son announced his engagement in 2015 and we started planning the groom’s dinner, Summit Manor immediately came to our mind. We contacted Summit Manor and spoke with David, the son of Mike and Judy, and found him to be just as supportive and welcoming as his parents. The venue continued to be a place of warm elegance where David listened to our ideas, gave us suggestions, and supported us in many ways. The groom’s dinner held on October 7, 2016 went without a hitch, flowing smoothly throughout the evening. The food was delicious, the staff courteous and unobtrusive, allowing us to enjoy the time with family and friends. Summit Manor holds a special spot in our hearts – a place where we celebrated our wedding, a place that began the weekend of our son’s wedding, and maybe a place where our grandchildren will celebrate their wedding reception or groom’s dinner. I would full-heartedly recommend Summit Manor for any and all events. Thank you David and Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 31-12-2017
Thirty-four years ago, my husband Roger and I held our wedding reception at Summit Manor Reception Hall – a place of warm elegance, wonderful food, and supportive staff headed by Mike and Judy McLaughlin. When our son announced his engagement in 2015 and we started planning the groom’s dinner, Summit Manor immediately came to our mind. We contacted Summit Manor and spoke with David, the son of Mike and Judy, and found him to be just as supportive and welcoming as his parents. The venue continued to be a place of warm elegance where David listened to our ideas, gave us suggestions, and supported us in many ways. The groom’s dinner held on October 7, 2016 went without a hitch, flowing smoothly throughout the evening. The food was delicious, the staff courteous and unobtrusive, allowing us to enjoy the time with family and friends. Summit Manor holds a special spot in our hearts – a place where we celebrated our wedding, a place that began the weekend of our son’s wedding, and maybe a place where our grandchildren will celebrate their wedding reception or groom’s dinner. I would full-heartedly recommend Summit Manor for any and all events. Thank you David and Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Johanna Zabawa (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2016
A beautiful venue with historic charm! we loved having our family and friends gather together at Summit Manor. David and Amber were lovely to work with, and made the organization and planning of our event simple and enjoyable! Also, the food was delicious!
Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Wedding Date 08-10-2016
A beautiful venue with historic charm! we loved having our family and friends gather together at Summit Manor. David and Amber were lovely to work with, and made the organization and planning of our event simple and enjoyable! Also, the food was delicious!
Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Barbara Lasser (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-10-1999
Great location and fabulous staff. We have celebrated many family events at Summit Manor and each one has been wonderful. Summit Manor has never let us down.
Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Wedding Date 16-10-1999
Great location and fabulous staff. We have celebrated many family events at Summit Manor and each one has been wonderful. Summit Manor has never let us down.
Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Steve Hall (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2016
Just married October 2016 at Summit Manor. From the initial consultation to the end of the wedding night, David and Summit Manor were excellent to work with and the venue and day was amazing! The food was really good and David worked with all the vendors (ones he recommended!!) to make our day as stress free and enjoyable as possible. Guests liked the ambiance, food and the photo wall! I would highly recommend Summit Manor for an all-inclusive venue for your wedding!!
Reviewed on 25-10-2016
Wedding Date 22-10-2016
Just married October 2016 at Summit Manor. From the initial consultation to the end of the wedding night, David and Summit Manor were excellent to work with and the venue and day was amazing! The food was really good and David worked with all the vendors (ones he recommended!!) to make our day as stress free and enjoyable as possible. Guests liked the ambiance, food and the photo wall! I would highly recommend Summit Manor for an all-inclusive venue for your wedding!!
Reviewed on 25-10-2016
Jennifer Member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2015
We are so incredibly happy with the choice we made to host our wedding at Summit Manor. To start, David is the man! He is very present in the planning process, and the day of our wedding he blew us away with his service, ability to stay on the ball, and how he and his staff were \"everywhere but no where\" in that they took care of everything, but were not in the way or disruptive to the party at all. They literally take care of everything--if you are a couple that doesn't want the added pressure or stress of DIY'ing tons of decorations, centerpieces, and other tiny details that weigh you down, this is your spot. So many of our guests went out of their way to tell us how great the venue was, so unique, historic, great vibe, how wonderful the staff was, how delicious the food was, etc. I want to highlight the food portion--David was wonderful and flexible to work with to create a menu we wanted---we had different ideas than what we listed on sample menus, etc and he helped our ideas come to life--and made sure the price was something we were okay with. The house is historic, so while it has a lot of wonderful unique qualities, also keep in mind it is older, so if you aren't into vintage or want something totally modern, you won't enjoy this place as much but if you can appreciate the character or want that St. Paul vibe, you'll love it, and the Summit neighborhood is such a scenic backdrop for photos. We couldn't imagine our day being held anywhere else. Thank you David, and your staff, for doing your job so well!
Reviewed on 12-08-2016
Wedding Date 31-12-2015
We are so incredibly happy with the choice we made to host our wedding at Summit Manor. To start, David is the man! He is very present in the planning process, and the day of our wedding he blew us away with his service, ability to stay on the ball, and how he and his staff were \"everywhere but no where\" in that they took care of everything, but were not in the way or disruptive to the party at all. They literally take care of everything--if you are a couple that doesn't want the added pressure or stress of DIY'ing tons of decorations, centerpieces, and other tiny details that weigh you down, this is your spot. So many of our guests went out of their way to tell us how great the venue was, so unique, historic, great vibe, how wonderful the staff was, how delicious the food was, etc. I want to highlight the food portion--David was wonderful and flexible to work with to create a menu we wanted---we had different ideas than what we listed on sample menus, etc and he helped our ideas come to life--and made sure the price was something we were okay with. The house is historic, so while it has a lot of wonderful unique qualities, also keep in mind it is older, so if you aren't into vintage or want something totally modern, you won't enjoy this place as much but if you can appreciate the character or want that St. Paul vibe, you'll love it, and the Summit neighborhood is such a scenic backdrop for photos. We couldn't imagine our day being held anywhere else. Thank you David, and your staff, for doing your job so well!
Reviewed on 12-08-2016
Megan Olson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2016
Summit Manor was the perfect venue for our wedding and reception! The space is beautiful, elegant, and welcoming! David McLaughlin was a wealth of knowledge and provided support and resources throughout the planning process. He helped to simplify things and calmed my concerns. It was great to have a person to coordinate things the day of so I didn't have to worry about it. The food was amazing and well presented. The wait staff were very professional and checked in with me throughout the day to talk about what was happening next. They made the day run smoothly! I would highly recommend Summit Manor! You won't be disappointed!!
Reviewed on 14-07-2016
Wedding Date 18-06-2016
Summit Manor was the perfect venue for our wedding and reception! The space is beautiful, elegant, and welcoming! David McLaughlin was a wealth of knowledge and provided support and resources throughout the planning process. He helped to simplify things and calmed my concerns. It was great to have a person to coordinate things the day of so I didn't have to worry about it. The food was amazing and well presented. The wait staff were very professional and checked in with me throughout the day to talk about what was happening next. They made the day run smoothly! I would highly recommend Summit Manor! You won't be disappointed!!
Reviewed on 14-07-2016
Rachael Alfredson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-04-2016
David and the team at Summit Manor are beyond exceptional at what they do. If you are looking for a laid back and stress free event, look no further than Summit Manor. Between the ease of choosing options and the reasonable prices they offer, our wedding day surpassed anything we could have expected. We were skeptical about the food, since there is no tasting, but everyone from vegetarians to my meat-eating-only uncle loved the food! The vendor recommendations were excellent; we went with Instant Request for DJ services, and even had friends take their business cards for their own future events. They promised stress free for our April 2016 wedding, and they definitely delivered.
Reviewed on 10-07-2016
Wedding Date 09-04-2016
David and the team at Summit Manor are beyond exceptional at what they do. If you are looking for a laid back and stress free event, look no further than Summit Manor. Between the ease of choosing options and the reasonable prices they offer, our wedding day surpassed anything we could have expected. We were skeptical about the food, since there is no tasting, but everyone from vegetarians to my meat-eating-only uncle loved the food! The vendor recommendations were excellent; we went with Instant Request for DJ services, and even had friends take their business cards for their own future events. They promised stress free for our April 2016 wedding, and they definitely delivered.
Reviewed on 10-07-2016
rachel harper (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-04-2016
Lathan and I were very happy with our experience at Summit. It was the first place we toured when looking for a reception location for our wedding. We were welcomed in with open arms. Despite planning a small wedding we never felt looked down upon like we did at some venues. All of our questions were courteously answered. David made the process very simple. \rThe day of our wedding everything went smoothly on Summits end. It all went as we had planned it. Our guests had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food immensely. Lathan and I didn't have to sweat over logistics the day of because the staff there took care of everything. We felt well taken care of and relaxed, which as a bride is a relief after the long process of preparation that went into making our special day a reality.
Reviewed on 28-04-2016
Wedding Date 02-04-2016
Lathan and I were very happy with our experience at Summit. It was the first place we toured when looking for a reception location for our wedding. We were welcomed in with open arms. Despite planning a small wedding we never felt looked down upon like we did at some venues. All of our questions were courteously answered. David made the process very simple. \rThe day of our wedding everything went smoothly on Summits end. It all went as we had planned it. Our guests had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food immensely. Lathan and I didn't have to sweat over logistics the day of because the staff there took care of everything. We felt well taken care of and relaxed, which as a bride is a relief after the long process of preparation that went into making our special day a reality.
Reviewed on 28-04-2016
Sydney Solberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-10-2015
We had an awesome experience having our wedding reception at Summit Manor. We liked that Summit Manor was a unique location, had good value, and included many things with the rental cost. David was very helpful and responsive throughout the process. He was able to provide different ideas we hadn't thought of and give us recommendations for other vendors (we used his DJ recommendation and they did a great job). Our wedding was wonderful. We heard nothing but good things from guests about the beautiful house and the excellent food. Everything went without a hitch!
Reviewed on 25-10-2015
Wedding Date 17-10-2015
We had an awesome experience having our wedding reception at Summit Manor. We liked that Summit Manor was a unique location, had good value, and included many things with the rental cost. David was very helpful and responsive throughout the process. He was able to provide different ideas we hadn't thought of and give us recommendations for other vendors (we used his DJ recommendation and they did a great job). Our wedding was wonderful. We heard nothing but good things from guests about the beautiful house and the excellent food. Everything went without a hitch!
Reviewed on 25-10-2015
a member (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-04-2015
\rIt has almost been a full year since our wedding an we are still getting compliments on everything. We had such a great experience from day one of planning and we just couldn't possibly be happier. \r\rThe venue is just magical with all the charm you could hope for. We loved the low stress environment the staff constantly says it will be. Truly... we were told this no less than 20 times there would be no stress and it absolutely was a no stress all day. They take care of everything, we even found out days later things that other vendors had forgotten or missed and Summit Manor just jumped in and took care of it without even saying anything at all. They just did it. \r\rThe food was great and we loved the fact we saved so much money by being able to bring in our own alcohol. \r\r5+ Star rating for Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 19-10-2015
Wedding Date 11-04-2015
\rIt has almost been a full year since our wedding an we are still getting compliments on everything. We had such a great experience from day one of planning and we just couldn't possibly be happier. \r\rThe venue is just magical with all the charm you could hope for. We loved the low stress environment the staff constantly says it will be. Truly... we were told this no less than 20 times there would be no stress and it absolutely was a no stress all day. They take care of everything, we even found out days later things that other vendors had forgotten or missed and Summit Manor just jumped in and took care of it without even saying anything at all. They just did it. \r\rThe food was great and we loved the fact we saved so much money by being able to bring in our own alcohol. \r\r5+ Star rating for Summit Manor!
Reviewed on 19-10-2015
a member (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-09-2015
We were absolutely delighted with the entire process - site selection, planning, menu choices, ceremony options and execution that David and Amber provided at Summit Manor. \r\rThe experience and professionalism was apparent from our first meeting with David. He gave us a sense of calm and confidence that took the worry out of our lives. He listened extremely well and gave us options that made our ceremony a very personal experience and it that came off without a hitch - with the exception of us forgetting the rings in the house! The choice of having the ceremony inside or outside was great. \r\rThe food was outstanding, and again our options were such that we could not go wrong on the choices. Our guests raved about the service and the excellent food. \r\rDavid and Amber are 'real people' that have a sense of dignity and professionalism and always acted in a friendly manner. They ask the right questions and always had our best intentions in mind. \r\rWe would return to Summit Manor for any type of event and have every confidence that we made the correct choice.
Reviewed on 24-09-2015
Wedding Date 06-09-2015
We were absolutely delighted with the entire process - site selection, planning, menu choices, ceremony options and execution that David and Amber provided at Summit Manor. \r\rThe experience and professionalism was apparent from our first meeting with David. He gave us a sense of calm and confidence that took the worry out of our lives. He listened extremely well and gave us options that made our ceremony a very personal experience and it that came off without a hitch - with the exception of us forgetting the rings in the house! The choice of having the ceremony inside or outside was great. \r\rThe food was outstanding, and again our options were such that we could not go wrong on the choices. Our guests raved about the service and the excellent food. \r\rDavid and Amber are 'real people' that have a sense of dignity and professionalism and always acted in a friendly manner. They ask the right questions and always had our best intentions in mind. \r\rWe would return to Summit Manor for any type of event and have every confidence that we made the correct choice.
Reviewed on 24-09-2015
Melissa Bartholomew (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-08-2015
My husband and I searched for a venue that would feel like we were getting married in our home. Summit Manor fit the bill perfectly with a casual and intimate environment! David and his staff were incredible. Seemingly everywhere and nowhere during the festivities. We couldn't have asked for a better fit than them. David always responded to our phone calls and emails and walked us through what needed to be done the day of the ceremony. The food was fantastic and we didn't have to worry about anything on our special day, everything was taken care of for us. We would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to host a special event, wedding day or otherwise!
Reviewed on 31-08-2015
Wedding Date 22-08-2015
My husband and I searched for a venue that would feel like we were getting married in our home. Summit Manor fit the bill perfectly with a casual and intimate environment! David and his staff were incredible. Seemingly everywhere and nowhere during the festivities. We couldn't have asked for a better fit than them. David always responded to our phone calls and emails and walked us through what needed to be done the day of the ceremony. The food was fantastic and we didn't have to worry about anything on our special day, everything was taken care of for us. We would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to host a special event, wedding day or otherwise!
Reviewed on 31-08-2015
Sarah Johnson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-06-2015
We had our ceremony & reception here last weekend. David and the staff were amazing! They went above and beyond to make everything perfect.They were on top of everything and I know it wouldn't have gone as smoothly without them. I am so thankful I found this venue! Also, all my guests LOVED the house and couldn't stop talking about it!
Reviewed on 13-06-2015
Wedding Date 06-06-2015
We had our ceremony & reception here last weekend. David and the staff were amazing! They went above and beyond to make everything perfect.They were on top of everything and I know it wouldn't have gone as smoothly without them. I am so thankful I found this venue! Also, all my guests LOVED the house and couldn't stop talking about it!
Reviewed on 13-06-2015
Charlotte Riggs (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-06-2014
We are so happy to have chosen Summit Manor for our outdoor ceremony/indoor reception. This place takes care of everything (including table decorations if you want), which made it the perfect location for our wedding. David and staff were easy to plan with, professional, contributed their years of expertise, and handled all of the details. Food was great. Space is perfect for both dancing and catching up (older relatives have a quiet place to chat while the young'ns rip up the dance floor). The event was stress-free.\r\rGreat place for a fantastic wedding!
Reviewed on 04-01-2015
Wedding Date 07-06-2014
We are so happy to have chosen Summit Manor for our outdoor ceremony/indoor reception. This place takes care of everything (including table decorations if you want), which made it the perfect location for our wedding. David and staff were easy to plan with, professional, contributed their years of expertise, and handled all of the details. Food was great. Space is perfect for both dancing and catching up (older relatives have a quiet place to chat while the young'ns rip up the dance floor). The event was stress-free.\r\rGreat place for a fantastic wedding!
Reviewed on 04-01-2015
Michael Plunkett (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-07-2014
I am a physician and have very little free time. I felt my free time slipping away and our anxiety rising as my bride to be and I shopped around for a wedding venue. Fortunately we received Summit Manor as a recommendation from a coworker. Five minutes after starting our meeting with David we both knew this was the place for us. David calmly laid out everthing we needed for our big day and then offered to assist us, as much, or as little as we desired.We left everything to David and felt a huge sense of relief after we departed. As our big day approached David filled us in on the plans and everything went perfectly! Unlike our wedding ceremony which had a few glitches :-)\rI would recommend Summit Manor in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 28-11-2014
Wedding Date 26-07-2014
I am a physician and have very little free time. I felt my free time slipping away and our anxiety rising as my bride to be and I shopped around for a wedding venue. Fortunately we received Summit Manor as a recommendation from a coworker. Five minutes after starting our meeting with David we both knew this was the place for us. David calmly laid out everthing we needed for our big day and then offered to assist us, as much, or as little as we desired.We left everything to David and felt a huge sense of relief after we departed. As our big day approached David filled us in on the plans and everything went perfectly! Unlike our wedding ceremony which had a few glitches :-)\rI would recommend Summit Manor in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 28-11-2014
Rebecca Gobel (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2014
My husband and I had our wedding reception at Summit Manor in late June (2014), and we are so happy we did! We got married at House of Hope just down Summit Ave, and all of our guests loved how close the reception location was (as did we!). Once we were at the Manor, we just got to sit back and enjoy the night, we did not have to do anything. David always found who was needed, and would come find us if we were needed. This was huge for us, we actually got to enjoy the evening instead of corralling family members and friends for various activities. Another great thing about Summit Manor is the great character that it is. We had so many people tell us how great it was to have the reception in a house since people could go off in different rooms away from dancing to chat, while others could be right in the action (or next to the bar!). It is such a unique and beautiful space, and really, it can be hard to describe until you go to an event there. It is just so different, but in an excellent way! David made sure all of the planning leading up the wedding was a breeze as well. They provide floral arrangements, which are simple and beautiful and one less thing to worry about. They also work with Buttercream for cakes, so that process was a breeze. The food was excellent, and one great advantage was that we did not have to tell David final numbers or food choices until a week in advance (no one else ever lets you do that!). This was great since we had some last minute changes in people coming.\r\rI really can't say enough good things about the manor. It was such a warm and inviting place (I bet it would be fantastic for a winter wedding reception!), and David has so much experience (and connections leading to discounts) in the industry, that the entire process of planning the reception was a breeze. We really did not want a place where we had to pick out each individual plate, napkin, etc (and pay for it), so Summit Manor just took out so much of the stress of planning. It was perfect and I would highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 22-11-2014
Wedding Date 27-06-2014
My husband and I had our wedding reception at Summit Manor in late June (2014), and we are so happy we did! We got married at House of Hope just down Summit Ave, and all of our guests loved how close the reception location was (as did we!). Once we were at the Manor, we just got to sit back and enjoy the night, we did not have to do anything. David always found who was needed, and would come find us if we were needed. This was huge for us, we actually got to enjoy the evening instead of corralling family members and friends for various activities. Another great thing about Summit Manor is the great character that it is. We had so many people tell us how great it was to have the reception in a house since people could go off in different rooms away from dancing to chat, while others could be right in the action (or next to the bar!). It is such a unique and beautiful space, and really, it can be hard to describe until you go to an event there. It is just so different, but in an excellent way! David made sure all of the planning leading up the wedding was a breeze as well. They provide floral arrangements, which are simple and beautiful and one less thing to worry about. They also work with Buttercream for cakes, so that process was a breeze. The food was excellent, and one great advantage was that we did not have to tell David final numbers or food choices until a week in advance (no one else ever lets you do that!). This was great since we had some last minute changes in people coming.\r\rI really can't say enough good things about the manor. It was such a warm and inviting place (I bet it would be fantastic for a winter wedding reception!), and David has so much experience (and connections leading to discounts) in the industry, that the entire process of planning the reception was a breeze. We really did not want a place where we had to pick out each individual plate, napkin, etc (and pay for it), so Summit Manor just took out so much of the stress of planning. It was perfect and I would highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 22-11-2014
Aleasha (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
We had an absolutely amazing day at the Manor. There space was perfect what we were looking for, the different levels in the house give a feel of elegance and romance a perfect back drop for for an early fall wedding. We were able to have the wedding outside even though it was looking like it might rain. Afterwards we went into the Manor for a delicious buffet. David went out of his way to make sure the evening went perfect. The staff was present and courteous, not a detail was missed. We will always remember what a special day it was.
Reviewed on 27-09-2014
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
We had an absolutely amazing day at the Manor. There space was perfect what we were looking for, the different levels in the house give a feel of elegance and romance a perfect back drop for for an early fall wedding. We were able to have the wedding outside even though it was looking like it might rain. Afterwards we went into the Manor for a delicious buffet. David went out of his way to make sure the evening went perfect. The staff was present and courteous, not a detail was missed. We will always remember what a special day it was.
Reviewed on 27-09-2014
Thea Dillner (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
My daughter was just married there this past weekend! She was married outside under the tree with a lovely dinner buffet and dancing reception held inside. Summit Manor is perfect in every way...David the owner is a consummate professional! Calm, cool and abundantly knowledgeable! He made it sooo easy! Almost everything is done for you from start to finish! I would easily recommend them, everyone is still talking about how lovely the wedding was, some say it was the best ever! It makes me look so good lol! I would strongly consider this venue if your looking for a lovely manor house on Summit Ave in St. Paul...and the food was delicious!! I can't say enough good things about it!
Reviewed on 17-06-2014
My daughter was just married there this past weekend! She was married outside under the tree with a lovely dinner buffet and dancing reception held inside. Summit Manor is perfect in every way...David the owner is a consummate professional! Calm, cool and abundantly knowledgeable! He made it sooo easy! Almost everything is done for you from start to finish! I would easily recommend them, everyone is still talking about how lovely the wedding was, some say it was the best ever! It makes me look so good lol! I would strongly consider this venue if your looking for a lovely manor house on Summit Ave in St. Paul...and the food was delicious!! I can't say enough good things about it!
Reviewed on 17-06-2014
elan dillner (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-06-2014
Grooms Comments: I was completely blown away by the day. It was truly amazing. First, David did a great job of helping us plan and was very responsive to any questions or concerns that came up during the process. Second ,the day ran smoothly and stress free. David was extremely organized and had all of the little details nailed down. David is a hands on guy, who will do whatever it takes to make your wedding day great. The staff are amazing and work quickly to keep the place looking beautiful and clean. Now the FOOD was absolutely delicious and I was stunned with how good it was. We got the chicken and the roast beef just amazing with the potatoes and salad. Great wedding meal that I just loved. This day I will remember for the rest of my life. I am just so blown away by the whole wedding. As a man I did not really think of how my wedding was going to be but this wedding blew all of my thoughts and expectations right out of the water. The house is gorgeous and has a great inviting feel to it. YOU MUST CHECK THIS PLACE OUT IF YOU WANT TO GET MARRIED. It is worth the time, you truly get that personalized service from David and his staff. I will remember this day forever. THANK YOU TO DAVID AND SUMMIT MANOR FOR MAKING OUR DAY TRULY THE BEST DAY OF OUR LIVES.\r\rBrides Comments: I think my husband really says it all above, the day was absolutely perfect and I fully give credit to David at Summit Manor. He is a true professional and was always willing to answer a call or email with any questions or concerns. He understands that plans change 10 or 20 times throughout the course of planning and offers suggestions for when you are stuck on ideas or decisions. I had the best day a girl could ever wish for, the location was so beautiful and stress free! If you are getting married and considering Minnesota this place is a MUST! almost a week later and I'm still receiving compliments of how beautiful the wedding was and how it felt like a fairy tale!
Reviewed on 16-06-2014
Wedding Date 13-06-2014
Grooms Comments: I was completely blown away by the day. It was truly amazing. First, David did a great job of helping us plan and was very responsive to any questions or concerns that came up during the process. Second ,the day ran smoothly and stress free. David was extremely organized and had all of the little details nailed down. David is a hands on guy, who will do whatever it takes to make your wedding day great. The staff are amazing and work quickly to keep the place looking beautiful and clean. Now the FOOD was absolutely delicious and I was stunned with how good it was. We got the chicken and the roast beef just amazing with the potatoes and salad. Great wedding meal that I just loved. This day I will remember for the rest of my life. I am just so blown away by the whole wedding. As a man I did not really think of how my wedding was going to be but this wedding blew all of my thoughts and expectations right out of the water. The house is gorgeous and has a great inviting feel to it. YOU MUST CHECK THIS PLACE OUT IF YOU WANT TO GET MARRIED. It is worth the time, you truly get that personalized service from David and his staff. I will remember this day forever. THANK YOU TO DAVID AND SUMMIT MANOR FOR MAKING OUR DAY TRULY THE BEST DAY OF OUR LIVES.\r\rBrides Comments: I think my husband really says it all above, the day was absolutely perfect and I fully give credit to David at Summit Manor. He is a true professional and was always willing to answer a call or email with any questions or concerns. He understands that plans change 10 or 20 times throughout the course of planning and offers suggestions for when you are stuck on ideas or decisions. I had the best day a girl could ever wish for, the location was so beautiful and stress free! If you are getting married and considering Minnesota this place is a MUST! almost a week later and I'm still receiving compliments of how beautiful the wedding was and how it felt like a fairy tale!
Reviewed on 16-06-2014
Amy Stadem (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-10-2013
David and the staff at Summit Manor were amazing. They helped to make our wedding day a complete success. Because of them, we had a stress free day and we only had to worry about each other. David answered all of our questions and helped us to hire a bartender, photographer, and gave us recommendations for a band. He helped to coordinate the delivery and setup of the cake, flowers, band, etc. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. This was an amazing experience and a great value for the amount of service that comes with the venue. We were married two months ago and our friends and family are still talking about what a unique event it was. I would (and do) recommend this venue to anyone that is looking for a truly memorable experience with as little stress as possible. Thank you, David!
Reviewed on 21-12-2013
Wedding Date 18-10-2013
David and the staff at Summit Manor were amazing. They helped to make our wedding day a complete success. Because of them, we had a stress free day and we only had to worry about each other. David answered all of our questions and helped us to hire a bartender, photographer, and gave us recommendations for a band. He helped to coordinate the delivery and setup of the cake, flowers, band, etc. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. This was an amazing experience and a great value for the amount of service that comes with the venue. We were married two months ago and our friends and family are still talking about what a unique event it was. I would (and do) recommend this venue to anyone that is looking for a truly memorable experience with as little stress as possible. Thank you, David!
Reviewed on 21-12-2013
Robyn Mesenbring (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-09-2013
We started our search for a wedding location by putting together a wish list with our top three priorities in a venue:\r1. A location that could host both the ceremony and the reception.\r2. A location that had an outdoor option for the ceremony (with an easily accessible indoor backup option). \r3. A location that wouldn’t require much (in any) decoration in order to make it “wedding ready.” \r\rWe set up tours within our search area and while we found a couple locations we thought we could make work we weren’t really sold on any of them. That is until we visited The Summit Manor. After our tour and meeting with David we walked away agreeing that we had found our perfect location.\r\rNot only did The Summit Manor give us all three of our priorities, it also came with the ease of what I’ll call “all-inclusive” pricing. Other venues seemed to have basic packages where you’d obviously want to upgrade some things (chair covers, chandeliers, cake cutting services, etc) and then they would show you what it would cost on top of their standard fee in order to make this happen. The Summit Manor went out of their way to prove to us that they weren’t there to add on fees and that the price we were shown was the price we would pay, and in the end they were true to their word. \r\rThe on-site coordinator / planner (David) was great (and of course at no extra charge!). He made himself completely accessible for any questions and concerns that we had even before we had officially signed our contract. His knowledge and experience of the wedding process constantly reassured us that we had made the right choice. \r\rThen came the day of the wedding… From the moment we arrived, to the end the night, the staff worked wonders behind the scenes making sure everything went smoothly and according to plan. Everyone in attendance had a wonderful time and we still are getting rave reviews on the wedding and venue a month later. \r\rI can’t recommend The Summit Manor enough. It truly was our prefect venue.
Reviewed on 27-10-2013
Wedding Date 27-09-2013
We started our search for a wedding location by putting together a wish list with our top three priorities in a venue:\r1. A location that could host both the ceremony and the reception.\r2. A location that had an outdoor option for the ceremony (with an easily accessible indoor backup option). \r3. A location that wouldn’t require much (in any) decoration in order to make it “wedding ready.” \r\rWe set up tours within our search area and while we found a couple locations we thought we could make work we weren’t really sold on any of them. That is until we visited The Summit Manor. After our tour and meeting with David we walked away agreeing that we had found our perfect location.\r\rNot only did The Summit Manor give us all three of our priorities, it also came with the ease of what I’ll call “all-inclusive” pricing. Other venues seemed to have basic packages where you’d obviously want to upgrade some things (chair covers, chandeliers, cake cutting services, etc) and then they would show you what it would cost on top of their standard fee in order to make this happen. The Summit Manor went out of their way to prove to us that they weren’t there to add on fees and that the price we were shown was the price we would pay, and in the end they were true to their word. \r\rThe on-site coordinator / planner (David) was great (and of course at no extra charge!). He made himself completely accessible for any questions and concerns that we had even before we had officially signed our contract. His knowledge and experience of the wedding process constantly reassured us that we had made the right choice. \r\rThen came the day of the wedding… From the moment we arrived, to the end the night, the staff worked wonders behind the scenes making sure everything went smoothly and according to plan. Everyone in attendance had a wonderful time and we still are getting rave reviews on the wedding and venue a month later. \r\rI can’t recommend The Summit Manor enough. It truly was our prefect venue.
Reviewed on 27-10-2013
Katy Hoey (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
David and the staff were simply the best. I dont know where to start. David was so flexible and willing to work with us on everything. We were able to getting ready at Summit manor without having to pay extra which was huge. The food was great and people were able to eat as much as they wanted David even had suggestions for helping keep the little kids occupied and not running crazy. he is so knowledge and can tell he has been doing this for many years. The place is beautiful which made our pictures even better. My husband and i really liked that there were many rooms for people to be so everyone was able to mingle and visit. Im so happy we were able to have our wedding at summit manor and david helped to make it more then we could have imagined! Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 11-09-2013
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
David and the staff were simply the best. I dont know where to start. David was so flexible and willing to work with us on everything. We were able to getting ready at Summit manor without having to pay extra which was huge. The food was great and people were able to eat as much as they wanted David even had suggestions for helping keep the little kids occupied and not running crazy. he is so knowledge and can tell he has been doing this for many years. The place is beautiful which made our pictures even better. My husband and i really liked that there were many rooms for people to be so everyone was able to mingle and visit. Im so happy we were able to have our wedding at summit manor and david helped to make it more then we could have imagined! Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 11-09-2013
Jessica Dahlheimer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-06-2013
The venue and the staff are absolutely AMAZING!!! They took care of everything and made everyone feel so at home. The food was super delicious, probably the best garlic mashed potatoes I have ever had! I can't even begin to describe how awesome this venue is and the staff truly helped to make my wedding day a perfect day!!
Reviewed on 01-08-2013
Wedding Date 01-06-2013
The venue and the staff are absolutely AMAZING!!! They took care of everything and made everyone feel so at home. The food was super delicious, probably the best garlic mashed potatoes I have ever had! I can't even begin to describe how awesome this venue is and the staff truly helped to make my wedding day a perfect day!!
Reviewed on 01-08-2013
Erin Esson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-07-2013
Summit Manor was fabulous. We had a smaller wedding with about 70 guests the first weekend in July. David took care of everything for us! He was a wonderful resource before the wedding as we debated timing and searched for vendors. On the day of, he made sure everything went flawlessly. From the cake cutting to the toasts, everything was perfect! I was able to send a box of decorations over the day before, and David made sure everything was set up when we arrived. He made himself available to everyone who had questions, including my mother. Whenever we contacted him, he would always respond quickly, with all of the information we needed. I would highly recommend Summit Manor. The mansion is gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the peace-of-mind David offered was invaluable. Perfect!
Reviewed on 27-07-2013
Wedding Date 06-07-2013
Summit Manor was fabulous. We had a smaller wedding with about 70 guests the first weekend in July. David took care of everything for us! He was a wonderful resource before the wedding as we debated timing and searched for vendors. On the day of, he made sure everything went flawlessly. From the cake cutting to the toasts, everything was perfect! I was able to send a box of decorations over the day before, and David made sure everything was set up when we arrived. He made himself available to everyone who had questions, including my mother. Whenever we contacted him, he would always respond quickly, with all of the information we needed. I would highly recommend Summit Manor. The mansion is gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the peace-of-mind David offered was invaluable. Perfect!
Reviewed on 27-07-2013
lorinda karlovich (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-06-2013
The venue was exactly what we were looking,a mansion with old fashioned charm on Summit Avenue. The food was delicious and the wait staff was top notch. Our on site contact David was very professional and took great care of us and all the details. We were able to enjoy the day with out any worries. I highly recommend this venue! A++
Reviewed on 12-07-2013
Wedding Date 28-06-2013
The venue was exactly what we were looking,a mansion with old fashioned charm on Summit Avenue. The food was delicious and the wait staff was top notch. Our on site contact David was very professional and took great care of us and all the details. We were able to enjoy the day with out any worries. I highly recommend this venue! A++
Reviewed on 12-07-2013
Kirstin Hockert (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-05-2013
We had a truly amazing experience working with David McLaughlin and the rest of the staff at Summit Manor, both during the planning process and on our wedding day. David was the most accommodating event planner, answering questions in any format at any time. He was always courteous and respectful when we spoke, and he was always willing to offer suggestions if we didn't know quite what to do or who to talk to. He was always willing to meet with us and did several walk-throughs with us as we were working out decor details and the flow of the day. On our wedding day, David did a great job of keeping everything on track and handling issues as they came up. He made sure to keep us in the loop throughout the day, but for the most part he was rather invisible, which we liked. We knew he was keeping an eye on things without disturbing our guests. His staff shared his courteous, discrete manner.\r\rAs a venue, Summit Manor was absolutely beautiful! The historic home fit our vintage theme beautifully. It was great that we were able to have our ceremony and reception in the same place. We didn't have to worry about losing someone traveling between the two, since all they had to do was walk inside. \r\rThe room that was made available to the bride and bridesmaids was absolutely wonderful. There was enough space for everyone to get dressed without feeling like they were on top of each other. There was even a bathroom attached! The guys had to come dressed, but they were able to leave their jackets and other items in the room as well. We were able to close the doors to the room to keep guests out.\r\rFor guest accommodations, we loved how the guests were able to roam around the house - this allowed them to choose a place that was right for them to relax and enjoy the evening. From the speakeasy, to the main floor, to the upper floor, to the front porch, there was a place for everyone. There were several quiet spaces away from the party where people could actually carry on conversations, and there was also plenty of space for those who did want to party. We can't wait to see the photos!\r\rNot only was Summit beautiful, it was affordable too! All of the basic things we needed (tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, flatware, glassware, etc) were included in the rental fee, so we didn't have to bring anything in from outside. We could have even used their centerpieces for that price as well, but we opted to bring in our own. The food was reasonably priced, and tasted like it was twice as much per plate as it actually was! \r\rOverall, I would say that if you are looking for an elegant yet laid back feel, are shooting for a vintage theme, and are looking to create great memories for you and your guests, Summit Manor is the perfect venue for you!
Reviewed on 14-06-2013
Wedding Date 26-05-2013
We had a truly amazing experience working with David McLaughlin and the rest of the staff at Summit Manor, both during the planning process and on our wedding day. David was the most accommodating event planner, answering questions in any format at any time. He was always courteous and respectful when we spoke, and he was always willing to offer suggestions if we didn't know quite what to do or who to talk to. He was always willing to meet with us and did several walk-throughs with us as we were working out decor details and the flow of the day. On our wedding day, David did a great job of keeping everything on track and handling issues as they came up. He made sure to keep us in the loop throughout the day, but for the most part he was rather invisible, which we liked. We knew he was keeping an eye on things without disturbing our guests. His staff shared his courteous, discrete manner.\r\rAs a venue, Summit Manor was absolutely beautiful! The historic home fit our vintage theme beautifully. It was great that we were able to have our ceremony and reception in the same place. We didn't have to worry about losing someone traveling between the two, since all they had to do was walk inside. \r\rThe room that was made available to the bride and bridesmaids was absolutely wonderful. There was enough space for everyone to get dressed without feeling like they were on top of each other. There was even a bathroom attached! The guys had to come dressed, but they were able to leave their jackets and other items in the room as well. We were able to close the doors to the room to keep guests out.\r\rFor guest accommodations, we loved how the guests were able to roam around the house - this allowed them to choose a place that was right for them to relax and enjoy the evening. From the speakeasy, to the main floor, to the upper floor, to the front porch, there was a place for everyone. There were several quiet spaces away from the party where people could actually carry on conversations, and there was also plenty of space for those who did want to party. We can't wait to see the photos!\r\rNot only was Summit beautiful, it was affordable too! All of the basic things we needed (tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, flatware, glassware, etc) were included in the rental fee, so we didn't have to bring anything in from outside. We could have even used their centerpieces for that price as well, but we opted to bring in our own. The food was reasonably priced, and tasted like it was twice as much per plate as it actually was! \r\rOverall, I would say that if you are looking for an elegant yet laid back feel, are shooting for a vintage theme, and are looking to create great memories for you and your guests, Summit Manor is the perfect venue for you!
Reviewed on 14-06-2013
Kate Franklin (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
Even though I put $5001-$10,000 in the cost of service, this included catering, set-up, and everything you could possibly need for the day of. For about 100 people, this ended up being just about $5500. You can make it as centralized as you want, with the venue doing the cake, flowers and figuring out the music, or you can swap vendors for these services as you would like. David is such a gem with which to work, and made this process genuinely FUN and relaxing. Whatever advice he gives, do it. He knows what he's doing and is always right, I swear. We followed his advice down to having the top of our wedding cake for breakfast the next morning, and loved every idea and suggestion he made before that.
Reviewed on 30-04-2013
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
Even though I put $5001-$10,000 in the cost of service, this included catering, set-up, and everything you could possibly need for the day of. For about 100 people, this ended up being just about $5500. You can make it as centralized as you want, with the venue doing the cake, flowers and figuring out the music, or you can swap vendors for these services as you would like. David is such a gem with which to work, and made this process genuinely FUN and relaxing. Whatever advice he gives, do it. He knows what he's doing and is always right, I swear. We followed his advice down to having the top of our wedding cake for breakfast the next morning, and loved every idea and suggestion he made before that.
Reviewed on 30-04-2013
Dina Andreotti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-04-2013
We recently had our ceremony and reception at the Summit Manor House. It was a marvelous event. During our first meeting with David McLaughlin, the coordinator, he said his goal was to have us feel like guests at our own wedding. I will say he achieved that goal. The planning for the ceremony and reception were very easy, as David responded quickly to each email and call. He is very organized and had all the answers. I love the low-stress planning as Summit manor takes care of all linen, tables and seasonal flowers. He also was very flexible with some unique requests I had for our reception. I was initially worried about not being able to taste the food before the reception. David assured me the food was good. I have to say the food was outstanding. All of our guests were impressed with the food and many people went back for seconds. The Buttercream cake was great. David was there the day of the ceremony and reception and coordinated everything well. I highly recommend The Summit Manor for special events. It is a classic location for an elegant event.
Reviewed on 07-04-2013
Wedding Date 05-04-2013
We recently had our ceremony and reception at the Summit Manor House. It was a marvelous event. During our first meeting with David McLaughlin, the coordinator, he said his goal was to have us feel like guests at our own wedding. I will say he achieved that goal. The planning for the ceremony and reception were very easy, as David responded quickly to each email and call. He is very organized and had all the answers. I love the low-stress planning as Summit manor takes care of all linen, tables and seasonal flowers. He also was very flexible with some unique requests I had for our reception. I was initially worried about not being able to taste the food before the reception. David assured me the food was good. I have to say the food was outstanding. All of our guests were impressed with the food and many people went back for seconds. The Buttercream cake was great. David was there the day of the ceremony and reception and coordinated everything well. I highly recommend The Summit Manor for special events. It is a classic location for an elegant event.
Reviewed on 07-04-2013
Jenna Christianson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-10-2012
We had our wedding reception at Summit Manor last October and couldn't be happier!! David, the manager of Summit Manor, gave us our initial tour, let us take another tour with our parents, and talked to us throughout our engagement to help us work out the details of the big day. He even took the lead on booking our bartender so we didn't have to worry about it. David was there on the wedding day to help guests, keep the staff organized, and keep everything going at a good pace from dinner, to the speeches, to the first dances. Having a wedding reception in a historic house instead of some big open space with no character is definitely something you won't forget and neither will your guests! We absolutely loved having our wedding here and would do it again in a heart beat.\rAlso included in the fee- a beautiful flower arrangement on every table!!
Reviewed on 02-02-2013
Wedding Date 20-10-2012
We had our wedding reception at Summit Manor last October and couldn't be happier!! David, the manager of Summit Manor, gave us our initial tour, let us take another tour with our parents, and talked to us throughout our engagement to help us work out the details of the big day. He even took the lead on booking our bartender so we didn't have to worry about it. David was there on the wedding day to help guests, keep the staff organized, and keep everything going at a good pace from dinner, to the speeches, to the first dances. Having a wedding reception in a historic house instead of some big open space with no character is definitely something you won't forget and neither will your guests! We absolutely loved having our wedding here and would do it again in a heart beat.\rAlso included in the fee- a beautiful flower arrangement on every table!!
Reviewed on 02-02-2013
Denise Morrow (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-09-2012
We had our wedding reception at Summit Manor Reception House. We were reminded before the event that we were guests and not hosts. That is truly how we felt. Everything was taken care of for us so we truly could enjoy the evening. The tables on all floors were decorated with beautiful flowers, the selection of menu choices were immense, and the food we selected was amazing. The location was cozy and felt like home. The ability for guests to spread out in many areas was wonderful.
Reviewed on 30-10-2012
Wedding Date 28-09-2012
We had our wedding reception at Summit Manor Reception House. We were reminded before the event that we were guests and not hosts. That is truly how we felt. Everything was taken care of for us so we truly could enjoy the evening. The tables on all floors were decorated with beautiful flowers, the selection of menu choices were immense, and the food we selected was amazing. The location was cozy and felt like home. The ability for guests to spread out in many areas was wonderful.
Reviewed on 30-10-2012
Bethany Saarela (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2012
My husband and I recently used Summit Manor Reception House for our wedding reception. It was wonderful!!! The staff was friendly, helpful and professional! They did a great job keeping the events of the night flowing and moving along and we didn't have to worry about a thing! Also, the food was delicious and they had a great variety of menus to choose from. Most of all, the owner, David, was SO accommodating, flexible and helpful!!! We had several special requests and he helped us with every one of them. Also, he was very helpful in planning the entire evening and helping our vision of the evening come true!! This is a beautiful place to have a wedding reception or any special occasion. It was perfect because people could be and do whatever they wanted throughout the evening. They could be outside or on the front porch talking and enjoying the beautiful weather, in the main room dancing, upstairs playing games or downstairs at the bar enjoying a drink! Absolutely EVERYONE enjoyed themselves!! Also, the cost is VERY affordable! There are several perks like they don't charge you to cut and serve the cake, you can bring in your own alcohol and they provide all the center pieces. Plus, you don't need to decorate because it is already such a beautiful setting. I would HIGHLY recommend using Summit Manor reception house!
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Wedding Date 15-09-2012
My husband and I recently used Summit Manor Reception House for our wedding reception. It was wonderful!!! The staff was friendly, helpful and professional! They did a great job keeping the events of the night flowing and moving along and we didn't have to worry about a thing! Also, the food was delicious and they had a great variety of menus to choose from. Most of all, the owner, David, was SO accommodating, flexible and helpful!!! We had several special requests and he helped us with every one of them. Also, he was very helpful in planning the entire evening and helping our vision of the evening come true!! This is a beautiful place to have a wedding reception or any special occasion. It was perfect because people could be and do whatever they wanted throughout the evening. They could be outside or on the front porch talking and enjoying the beautiful weather, in the main room dancing, upstairs playing games or downstairs at the bar enjoying a drink! Absolutely EVERYONE enjoyed themselves!! Also, the cost is VERY affordable! There are several perks like they don't charge you to cut and serve the cake, you can bring in your own alcohol and they provide all the center pieces. Plus, you don't need to decorate because it is already such a beautiful setting. I would HIGHLY recommend using Summit Manor reception house!
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Danielle Gebhard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2012
Summit Manor was a beautiful, unique place for our wedding reception. We researched and called a long list of reception sites in the Twin Cities area, as well as visited a handful, and nothing compared to Summit Manor Reception House. Their service was very personable. So much was included in the package, they really took care of us. I know we saved a lot of time, stress, and money having the wedding reception of our dreams here.
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
Wedding Date 07-09-2012
Summit Manor was a beautiful, unique place for our wedding reception. We researched and called a long list of reception sites in the Twin Cities area, as well as visited a handful, and nothing compared to Summit Manor Reception House. Their service was very personable. So much was included in the package, they really took care of us. I know we saved a lot of time, stress, and money having the wedding reception of our dreams here.
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
Lindsay Schleicher (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-06-2012
This house has everything- vintage charm, beautiful grounds, great food and an exceptional staff- all at a reasonable price. It was such a pleasure working with David, who was so easy to work with and knew how to create a stress-free environment for everyone. He really went above and beyond when the original DJ my fiance and I booked essentially \"disappeared\"- David quickly located a great replacement for us within a day. Our guests were completely taken care of during the wedding and really seemed to enjoy the many locations throughout the house and yard.\r\rWe would highly recommend the manor to anyone looking for a classy place with true character!
Reviewed on 25-06-2012
Wedding Date 16-06-2012
This house has everything- vintage charm, beautiful grounds, great food and an exceptional staff- all at a reasonable price. It was such a pleasure working with David, who was so easy to work with and knew how to create a stress-free environment for everyone. He really went above and beyond when the original DJ my fiance and I booked essentially \"disappeared\"- David quickly located a great replacement for us within a day. Our guests were completely taken care of during the wedding and really seemed to enjoy the many locations throughout the house and yard.\r\rWe would highly recommend the manor to anyone looking for a classy place with true character!
Reviewed on 25-06-2012
Patricia Cramer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-06-2012
We had both our wedding ceremony and reception there (June 9th, 2012) and it was so beautiful. David McLaughlin is in charge of everything at the house and he was wonderful. He had the answers to all our questions, he made us feel at ease and everything went so smoothly. David and the staff made us feel like it was our home for the day. I would definitly recomend that everyone should have their wedding there. In anything we needed David was there to help us. I really appreciated that he took care of our wedding like it was his own... like we were family. Thanks David.
Reviewed on 25-06-2012
Wedding Date 09-06-2012
We had both our wedding ceremony and reception there (June 9th, 2012) and it was so beautiful. David McLaughlin is in charge of everything at the house and he was wonderful. He had the answers to all our questions, he made us feel at ease and everything went so smoothly. David and the staff made us feel like it was our home for the day. I would definitly recomend that everyone should have their wedding there. In anything we needed David was there to help us. I really appreciated that he took care of our wedding like it was his own... like we were family. Thanks David.
Reviewed on 25-06-2012
Rachel Schoenmann (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2011
Summit Manor was amazing. Gorgeous location, and beautiful house and lawn. No set up or tear down to worry about, and no need to decorate because the house is so pretty on the inside. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 11-10-2011
Wedding Date 23-07-2011
Summit Manor was amazing. Gorgeous location, and beautiful house and lawn. No set up or tear down to worry about, and no need to decorate because the house is so pretty on the inside. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 11-10-2011
Heather Schlosser (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2011
I LOVE Summit Manor!! David is so easy to work with and made everything a breeze from the day we booked right through the day of the wedding. Everything was beautiful, the food was wonderful, the staff was attentive without being obtrusive. We were married in the yard and had the reception after here. We really didnt have to worry about anything but enjoying ourselves. I'd Highly recommend it! Our guests raved about our choice of venue too
Reviewed on 18-09-2011
Wedding Date 03-09-2011
I LOVE Summit Manor!! David is so easy to work with and made everything a breeze from the day we booked right through the day of the wedding. Everything was beautiful, the food was wonderful, the staff was attentive without being obtrusive. We were married in the yard and had the reception after here. We really didnt have to worry about anything but enjoying ourselves. I'd Highly recommend it! Our guests raved about our choice of venue too
Reviewed on 18-09-2011
Nicolene Paolucci (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-08-2011
Summit Manor made our wedding as stress free as possible! The staff was friendly and they made sure that everything ran smoothly! All we had to do that day was show up, the rest was taken care of for us! The food was amazing! I would highly recommend Summit Manor to other couples who want an amazing location for their wedding as well as stress free!
Reviewed on 07-09-2011
Wedding Date 20-08-2011
Summit Manor made our wedding as stress free as possible! The staff was friendly and they made sure that everything ran smoothly! All we had to do that day was show up, the rest was taken care of for us! The food was amazing! I would highly recommend Summit Manor to other couples who want an amazing location for their wedding as well as stress free!
Reviewed on 07-09-2011
Cheryl Greenwood (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-11-2010
What a wonderful day! David and his staff staff made it surprisingly easy to have a wedding. Even my brother, who was skeptical about having people stand for the ceremony, was impressed. Reid and I felt it was the perfect venue for us...elegant yet relaxed. I loved the low key approach to planning and really felt I could trust you, David, to make sure everything ran smoothly. I was a project manager once and understand all the work involved with having an event come out as expected let alone better than expected. We have even talked of holding some sort of party---really any excuse would work--to enjoy your hospitality again. We tried to select pictures that showed off the manor. I hope you and your staff enjoy them! Thanks again! Cheryl
Reviewed on 27-07-2011
Wedding Date 21-11-2010
What a wonderful day! David and his staff staff made it surprisingly easy to have a wedding. Even my brother, who was skeptical about having people stand for the ceremony, was impressed. Reid and I felt it was the perfect venue for us...elegant yet relaxed. I loved the low key approach to planning and really felt I could trust you, David, to make sure everything ran smoothly. I was a project manager once and understand all the work involved with having an event come out as expected let alone better than expected. We have even talked of holding some sort of party---really any excuse would work--to enjoy your hospitality again. We tried to select pictures that showed off the manor. I hope you and your staff enjoy them! Thanks again! Cheryl
Reviewed on 27-07-2011
Meagan Reinisch (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
The Summit Manor was a great place to have my wedding. Everyone made sure everything ran smoothly. The whole day was a success. I could have asked for a better place to have my wedding. Thanks for Dave for all his hard work and wonderful staff who made the night unforgettable!
Reviewed on 26-07-2011
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
The Summit Manor was a great place to have my wedding. Everyone made sure everything ran smoothly. The whole day was a success. I could have asked for a better place to have my wedding. Thanks for Dave for all his hard work and wonderful staff who made the night unforgettable!
Reviewed on 26-07-2011
Renay Henderson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-04-2011
It has been 3 months since our wedding ceremony and reception at Summit Manor and our friends and family still mention what a fantastic and unique location we had.\r\rThey not only bring it up to us, but to other people they talk to. Our guests talk about the grandeur of the home and the polite, professional staff. They also talked about how the layout worked so well for mingling, dancing or enjoying quiet conversation.\r\rIn looking back, my husband and I appreciated how low stress it was working with David. He is very professional and thoughtful in all aspects of planning. Friendly and courteous, he made himself available for calls or visits to Summit Manor. He genuinely treated us as a unique couple - interested in who we were and how we wanted our big day to be. Afterwards, he followed up with us to congratulate us again - something no other vendor has done.\r\rI cannot say enough about David and the rest of the staff at Summit Manor! Thank you!! \r
Reviewed on 23-07-2011
Wedding Date 16-04-2011
It has been 3 months since our wedding ceremony and reception at Summit Manor and our friends and family still mention what a fantastic and unique location we had.\r\rThey not only bring it up to us, but to other people they talk to. Our guests talk about the grandeur of the home and the polite, professional staff. They also talked about how the layout worked so well for mingling, dancing or enjoying quiet conversation.\r\rIn looking back, my husband and I appreciated how low stress it was working with David. He is very professional and thoughtful in all aspects of planning. Friendly and courteous, he made himself available for calls or visits to Summit Manor. He genuinely treated us as a unique couple - interested in who we were and how we wanted our big day to be. Afterwards, he followed up with us to congratulate us again - something no other vendor has done.\r\rI cannot say enough about David and the rest of the staff at Summit Manor! Thank you!! \r
Reviewed on 23-07-2011
Allison Wiste (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2011
I highly recommend using Summit Manor for your wedding and reception! Being a somewhat disorganized person and living out of sate, I was really worried about how I was going to plan my wedding. In fact, I was kind of dreading it--trying to coordinate multiple vendors was just NOT what I wanted to do. Fortunately I had heard about Summit Manor and it was perfect for the type of wedding that my husband and I wanted--fun, intimate, elegant, and UNIQUE. \r\rDavid was very easy to work with. He made the planning FUN and he was full of wonderful suggestions to help someone like me plan the day of my dreams. I had a lot of trust in David and he didn't disappoint! I didn't worry about anything. I was stress free and I was truly able to enjoy EVERY aspect of my wedding day. \r\rThe setting was beautiful (despite the rain storms that ripped through the state!), the food was fabulous, and all my guests had a wonderful time. I got a lot of compliments on the venue, the food, and 'speakeasy' feel of the bar area. \r\rThe cost of the wedding and reception at Summit Manor was comparable to other venues we had looked at, but I feel we got a lot more quality and peace of mind from David and Summit Manor. It was well worth every penny we spent.
Reviewed on 19-07-2011
Wedding Date 18-06-2011
I highly recommend using Summit Manor for your wedding and reception! Being a somewhat disorganized person and living out of sate, I was really worried about how I was going to plan my wedding. In fact, I was kind of dreading it--trying to coordinate multiple vendors was just NOT what I wanted to do. Fortunately I had heard about Summit Manor and it was perfect for the type of wedding that my husband and I wanted--fun, intimate, elegant, and UNIQUE. \r\rDavid was very easy to work with. He made the planning FUN and he was full of wonderful suggestions to help someone like me plan the day of my dreams. I had a lot of trust in David and he didn't disappoint! I didn't worry about anything. I was stress free and I was truly able to enjoy EVERY aspect of my wedding day. \r\rThe setting was beautiful (despite the rain storms that ripped through the state!), the food was fabulous, and all my guests had a wonderful time. I got a lot of compliments on the venue, the food, and 'speakeasy' feel of the bar area. \r\rThe cost of the wedding and reception at Summit Manor was comparable to other venues we had looked at, but I feel we got a lot more quality and peace of mind from David and Summit Manor. It was well worth every penny we spent.
Reviewed on 19-07-2011
Jennifer Quick (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-01-2011
David was very accomodating at the Summit Manor. The wedding was beautiful and very intimate in this setting. The Catering by others was loved. I only tried the pork tenderloin (not the chicken and wine sauce) and it was a little overcooked in my opinion. I did love all of the side dishes, though. I loved the fact that you could purchase your own alcohol and then pay a bartender fee. If I had to do it all over again, I would go to the same place! :)
Reviewed on 27-02-2011
Wedding Date 21-01-2011
David was very accomodating at the Summit Manor. The wedding was beautiful and very intimate in this setting. The Catering by others was loved. I only tried the pork tenderloin (not the chicken and wine sauce) and it was a little overcooked in my opinion. I did love all of the side dishes, though. I loved the fact that you could purchase your own alcohol and then pay a bartender fee. If I had to do it all over again, I would go to the same place! :)
Reviewed on 27-02-2011
Emily Dussault (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-10-2010
Just had our wedding last month. David is incredible. He was so organized and kind and made us feel very comfortable. All of our guests were comfortable and had a great time. Good food (I'd skip the roast beef, but everything else was awesome). The whole place was absolutely beautiful, inside and out. And, as other reviewers have said, this venue is an excellent deal. No hidden fees, and a reasonable price for great service and a beautiful house.\r\rI would highly recommend Summit Manor to any couple, especially for a fall wedding. The big gorgeous tree with gold leaves that we got married under will be in our memories forever.
Reviewed on 04-11-2010
Wedding Date 02-10-2010
Just had our wedding last month. David is incredible. He was so organized and kind and made us feel very comfortable. All of our guests were comfortable and had a great time. Good food (I'd skip the roast beef, but everything else was awesome). The whole place was absolutely beautiful, inside and out. And, as other reviewers have said, this venue is an excellent deal. No hidden fees, and a reasonable price for great service and a beautiful house.\r\rI would highly recommend Summit Manor to any couple, especially for a fall wedding. The big gorgeous tree with gold leaves that we got married under will be in our memories forever.
Reviewed on 04-11-2010
Jessica Ersfeld (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-07-2010
I had my wedding here in July, 2010. The staff was very professional and courteous. The venue was amazing. We had our ceremony outside on the front lawn. We then were wisked away in a horse drawn carriage, which was also available for our guests all evening. We had a trolley give shuttle service to and from the hotel and also tours around the historic area. The food was incredible and we had many compliments. People definitely went back for seconds! David was great about coordinating the day and keeping us on track. Overall I couldn't have had a better experience. Thank you for a most memorable and fairy-tale wedding experience.
Reviewed on 01-11-2010
Wedding Date 10-07-2010
I had my wedding here in July, 2010. The staff was very professional and courteous. The venue was amazing. We had our ceremony outside on the front lawn. We then were wisked away in a horse drawn carriage, which was also available for our guests all evening. We had a trolley give shuttle service to and from the hotel and also tours around the historic area. The food was incredible and we had many compliments. People definitely went back for seconds! David was great about coordinating the day and keeping us on track. Overall I couldn't have had a better experience. Thank you for a most memorable and fairy-tale wedding experience.
Reviewed on 01-11-2010
Amanda Grimm (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2010
We worked with David at Summit Manor for over a year on our reception. From the time we emailed him the first time in September 2009 to the night of our wedding in October 2010 we had the most pleasant experience. We saw several of the event spaces on Summit Ave. and went with Summit Manor because of its beauty, and because it was SO easy to work with David. We loved that we didn’t have to pick linens or flowers, and we liked the easy fee structure (no hidden or meaningless fees), and David was so accommodating and had great ideas to make our reception even better. --\r\rStaff: Every time I emailed David he responded within 24-hours. The night of our event the staff was wonderful: our friends loved the bartenders and hardly noticed the folks clearing tables. David was around when we needed him but pretty much left us to our guests. Our guests raved about the house, and even raved (unsolicited) about the food. We also loved the food. And yes, we ate. We had a little sweetheart table in front of the fireplace and if we would have had time we would have went back for seconds and thirds. One little thing I noticed is that our photographer and David have worked together and when I saw them joking around at the reception I asked her about working with Summit Manor and she had nothing but great things to say about it and David. --\r\rAbout the money. I can’t emphasize enough how reasonable the rates are at Summit Manor. Also, I appreciated how David walked us through cost scenarios before we booked with Summit Manor, and how he met with us to walk us through another scenario as we got close to a guest count. There were NO surprises. We had about 150 guests total. --\r\rA few other details. We used our own cake provider, not Buttercream. It couldn’t have been more simple. When we got to the site the cake looked beautiful, and David worked all the logistics with our cake provider. We also provided our own DJ equipment and had friends run our 100% planned music mix off an iPod. We were adamant about creating our own dance mix. David gave us great tips, cautioned us appropriately about all the things that could go wrong with this set up, and then let us go. It worked out great! At our reception he worked with our friends on the music timing so at the end of the night our dance could end exactly how we wanted it-with a packed dance floor full of happy guests.
Reviewed on 28-10-2010
Wedding Date 22-10-2010
We worked with David at Summit Manor for over a year on our reception. From the time we emailed him the first time in September 2009 to the night of our wedding in October 2010 we had the most pleasant experience. We saw several of the event spaces on Summit Ave. and went with Summit Manor because of its beauty, and because it was SO easy to work with David. We loved that we didn’t have to pick linens or flowers, and we liked the easy fee structure (no hidden or meaningless fees), and David was so accommodating and had great ideas to make our reception even better. --\r\rStaff: Every time I emailed David he responded within 24-hours. The night of our event the staff was wonderful: our friends loved the bartenders and hardly noticed the folks clearing tables. David was around when we needed him but pretty much left us to our guests. Our guests raved about the house, and even raved (unsolicited) about the food. We also loved the food. And yes, we ate. We had a little sweetheart table in front of the fireplace and if we would have had time we would have went back for seconds and thirds. One little thing I noticed is that our photographer and David have worked together and when I saw them joking around at the reception I asked her about working with Summit Manor and she had nothing but great things to say about it and David. --\r\rAbout the money. I can’t emphasize enough how reasonable the rates are at Summit Manor. Also, I appreciated how David walked us through cost scenarios before we booked with Summit Manor, and how he met with us to walk us through another scenario as we got close to a guest count. There were NO surprises. We had about 150 guests total. --\r\rA few other details. We used our own cake provider, not Buttercream. It couldn’t have been more simple. When we got to the site the cake looked beautiful, and David worked all the logistics with our cake provider. We also provided our own DJ equipment and had friends run our 100% planned music mix off an iPod. We were adamant about creating our own dance mix. David gave us great tips, cautioned us appropriately about all the things that could go wrong with this set up, and then let us go. It worked out great! At our reception he worked with our friends on the music timing so at the end of the night our dance could end exactly how we wanted it-with a packed dance floor full of happy guests.
Reviewed on 28-10-2010
Rachel Sherman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2010
David at Summit Manor was wonderful to work with. I wanted the day to be as low-stress as possible, so I really appreciated not having to worry about arranging cake delivery, centerpiece setup, etc. Their food and service prices were incredibly reasonable; it was so nice to have a flat, hourly fee to rent the manor, instead of having to worry about being nickel and dimed with cake cutting costs, etc. Plus, my husband and I are vegetarian, and David worked with us to have an all-dessert reception. It was a wonderful day!
Reviewed on 27-10-2010
92 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.98 out of 5.0Wedding Date 10-10-2010
David at Summit Manor was wonderful to work with. I wanted the day to be as low-stress as possible, so I really appreciated not having to worry about arranging cake delivery, centerpiece setup, etc. Their food and service prices were incredibly reasonable; it was so nice to have a flat, hourly fee to rent the manor, instead of having to worry about being nickel and dimed with cake cutting costs, etc. Plus, my husband and I are vegetarian, and David worked with us to have an all-dessert reception. It was a wonderful day!
Reviewed on 27-10-2010
Contact Info for Summit Manor
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| Website | www.summitmanor.com |
| Phone | (651) 387-3283 |
| Address | 275 Summit Ave., Saint Paul, MN, 55102 |
| info@summitmanor.com |
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