11/10/09
Some guest told us it was the best wedding ever attended
by stevic john at Citysearch
When you book a wedding at the mackey house you envision a beautiful warm and sunny day and clear starlit evening. In the back of your mind, you know that there is a possibility that rain may fall; however, severe storms and tornado warnings are not in the picture. Our guests arrived in trolleys in the rain and were escorted into the house with umbrellas. They vistited and enjoyed the Mackeys beautiful and spacious home during the rain storm. During this time the staff was concerned about the safety of our guests and made plans to take guests to the garage area if necessary. After the danger passed guests were taken to the pavillion for the ceremony. The sound of the rain actually added to the beauty of the service. The guests then were invited to the home for the reception. The deck area was covered as best it could be so some people could eat outside. Others enjoyed the home, sunroom and large verands. The cutting of the cake would have been inside anyway. Guests stood downstairs and some went up onto the balcony and this was so picturesque. One concern we had was having the ability to talk to people when the dancing and music began but it was not a problem. Steping inside the kitchen, dining room or onto the veranda one could easily talk to guests. We can not say enough about the hospitality of Laura, Fred, and Dave the DJ. The music and entertainment provided by Dave was the greatest and the food was wonderful. The wedding couple and guest had a "blast". Some guests told us it was the best wedding they had ever attended. So if the possibility of bad weather is making your decision whether to book the Mackey House difficult it should not be a factor. On one of the stormiest and wettest nights in Savannah the Mackey House provided our daughter and now son-in-law with a beautiful and memorable wedding."
- Pros: great food, hospitality, fun
10/14/09
Speak from experience
by CoachS at Citysearch
I was married at The Mackey House, as was my sister. I have also been to a wedding and a party there since then. They have only continued to get BETTER!! I suggest if anyone wants real reviews on how wonderful The Mackey House is from True Brides that have actually been married there, go check out their web site. They have letter after letter about their beauty and service from brides and family members. I hope this helps anyone who wants a perfect day!!! I recommend them to everyone I know!
- Pros: Beautiful and accommodating
- Cons: You have to book early if you want a popular wedding month.
09/15/09
VERY EXPENSIVE- NO REFUNDS-BAD BUSINESS PRACTICES
by wedding planner at Citysearch
I should have been clued in when we found out that the deposit just to save your date is $2500 MINIMUM!!!!! Although the wedding was scheduled way over a year in advance Mr. Mackey insisted that the dates would fill up fast and the date would not be saved until he received our deposit. When we cancelled several months later and still well in advance of the date, he refused to refund our money. Most venues in Savannah only charge a few hundred dollars if anything at all just to write in your date. There is usually a deadline stated when deposits will not be refunded such as within 30 days of the date. Conclusion; Fred Mackey is hoping you can't make your date and that way he gets to make an awesome sum of money for doing absolutely nothing. Be careful when you choose this site for your wedding, I imagine no refunds is just one of many surprises with this venue.
- Pros: Beautiful place and setting
- Cons: Unethical owners and bad wedding planners
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