"I wish to thank you for organising our daughter's wedding reception. Everything was done with good organisation, style and utmost courtesy. I lost count of the number of guests who specifically expressed their joy and satisfaction on the occasion. The food was absolutely delicious, the waiters excellent, and the atmosphere so warm.

I wish to thank Tracey for her initial good sense and care and for keeping us informed throughout the process. I wish to thank lovely Casey who managed the ceremony with such tact and sweet spirit and yet got everything done on time. You are such special people.

People warned us beforehand that something will always go wrong in weddings. I give thanks to God for sending us to Araluen. I give thanks to you for being such professionals and yet making everything personal and intimate for our couple and guests. Not a thing went wrong at any stage. Best wishes."
Arja Field (Mrs, Mother of the Bride)

“We just wanted to send you a note to thank you for the wonderful job you and your team at Araluen did for Lisa and Stew’s wedding… We are very proud to have our guests come to such a memorable venue and then to be looked after the whole evening with such care, quality and attention to detail… Thanks again,
Dianne and Wayne.”

“We would like to thank you for the most elegant wedding we have ever experienced… You helped my dream become a reality. The food was superb…probably the only bridal couple to eat well!! The service was excellent and the MC professional and very helpful. Everyone in the past proclaimed how wonderful Araluen was, now I can do the same. I will always remember your help and advice.
Thank you for everything,
Tim and Valerie.”

“Thank you for making our wedding day one we will never forget.
The food was fantastic, the music great and the venue just perfect. So many of our guests rang us to say what a great wedding and reception it was, Many thanks again,
Jeremy and Wendy.”

“In appreciation to yourself and your staff for making our reception such a perfect and memorable experience, we thank you. Your professionalism and service are beyond compare.
Thank you personally for your invaluable pre-wedding advice, all of which was put to good use.
Regards,
Rebecca and Mark.”

“Thank you for a wonderful evening for our Christmas Party. You and your angels were fabulous, the service excellent and the venue perfect. Please pass on to your staff a very appreciated thank you.
Yours faithfully,
Dinah.”

“I would like to thank you for the success of Mum and Dad’s 50th Wedding anniversary.
Araluen is a beautiful house. Its elegance, sophistication and charming atmosphere together with your attention to detail made for a perfect day. Please extend my thanks to the pianist and waiters, to the catering team behind the scenes… their service was wonderful… On behalf of my brother and parents, our sincerest thanks for a day we will never forget,
Louisa.”

“I am writing to thank you for your very caring and professional approach to our daughter’s wedding… You made our job so easy. Our reception and ceremony was perfect, thanks to every member of your staff…
I think nearly every guest commented on the great food, beautiful home and Chapel and grounds, and of course the friendly staff – nothing was too much trouble… A big thank you for a job well done,
Lorraine and Gordon.