A destination wedding feels like a vacation and a reunion, with a wedding at the heart of it all. If this sounds like the experience you are seeking, consider hosting a wedding in another city, state or even country. Keep reading for the ultimate destination wedding planning checklist! Destination Wedding Planning Checklist 18 Months Before […]
There has been a recent movement toward smaller, more intimate weddings and we are fully on board! We recently hosted our very first wedding of 2020 (thank you COVID-19) with a guest list of just 42 people. As I was saying goodbye to the newlyweds at the end of their stay, they extolled the virtues […]
Do you need a wedding planner to help organize, prepare, and execute your wedding? A wedding is, after all, one of the most important and significant occasions in a couple’s lifespan. A moment they will reflect for generations. Making that day a perfect one requires organization, logistical management, and planning over a span of time. […]
Touring venues have traditionally been part of the process of planning a wedding. Vetting a venue by seeing it in person is part of due diligence, to ensure you find the best fit for your needs and eliminate any unknowns that might pose difficulties down the road. French’s Point clients are almost always planning a […]
The Robert-Willard Harris Brooks & Andrew Bradford Foyer Bar located in the heart of the Retreat House got some attention last winter. We added new bar stools on the Lounge side of the two-sided bar area. We love their driftwood-like aesthetic and the contrast they provide against the rich mahogany Douglas Fir board and batten […]
The Crystal-Lynn Conservatory located on the main level of the Retreat House, received updated furnishings last year to include two refinished church pews for seating (they were original to the house when the church previously owned the property), two antique side tables and four velvet chairs. This space can be used for ceremony or cocktail […]
