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Your Wedding, the most momentous occasion of your life. You want the loveliest setting, expert attention, and every possible refinement to make it a memorable event.

    Remarkable Wedding celebrations are a standard for Gilbert's. Our stunning recently refurbished Hawaiian Plantation Mansion boasts 13 beautifully appointed one of a kind fireplaces. Amazing views of historic Lake Geneva from every window on each floor. Austrian-cut crystal chandeliers with hand hewn woodwork, Oriental rugs and beautiful wood floors.

    Our proven talent, professionalism and artistry assure you of a magnificent wedding.

    Each service we provide receives personal and detailed attention from our owners and staff. In order to maintain and exceed the high expectations we have set for ourselves, we that you relax and allow us time to create something magical, just for you.

    We also offer outdoor Wedding celebrations on our lakefront property. We have incredible tents which are elegant for both ceremony and reception. The tent covers our beautiful gardens and fountain for truly wonderful pictures.

   We are pleased to provide a room not only for the ceremony but will also reserve a location for wedding portraits.

    At Gilbert's, we create every wedding to be an event to remember. For a stress-free wedding let our professional wedding coordinators do all the hard work for you. From arranging for your marriage licensing appointment to designing your wedding bouquet to creating a delectable wedding menu, all of the details will be arranged for you, without having to do a thing.

*****

"Absolutely everything (and I mean everything) was fantastic. The rooms looked spectacular, and the flowers and decorations were superb. I don't even know where to begin with regard to the meal; exquisite does not even cover it! Every course was outstanding and prepared to perfection!"

"Thank you for making our wedding day fabulous. Thank you for the beautiful garden, the flowers, the food, the wine, the cake... it was all simply amazing! It was a dream wedding that came true. ... Thank you for all your hard work in making the most memorable day of our lives truly incredible!"

   "Everything was absolutely perfect! We will remember and treasure it for the rest of our lives. Our guests had the best time and were raving about the food. ... Excellent choices for everything - wine, flowers, cake - everything. ... I felt like a princess!"

*****

Gilbert's Ceremony Selections

A Garden Ceremony
    For a dramatic ceremony location, we offer The Garden with panoramic views encompassing the sparkling blue water of Lake Geneva with, perhaps, the setting sun. Do to its popularity, we recommend that you call to reserve The Garden wedding location at Gilbert's as soon as possible.

A Mansion ceremony
    For a unique romantic setting our stunning 1800's home with its hand-carved fireplaces, parquet wood floors and Austrian Crystal chandeliers becomes the perfect place for the wedding of your dreams.

A Mansion Second Level Ceremony

    For a more intimate wedding location for parties of up to 50 guests, we also offer private ceremonies on our second level.


A Ceremony At the Location of your choice i.e. a home, church, etc.

    Gilbert's will provide décor and set up per your selection.


A Ceremony on the Lake

    Gilbert's is happy to make arrangements for your ceremony to take place aboard the charter of your selection provide décor and set up accordingly.

Menu Selections For Your Wedding Reception


Menus
    While we have a number of suggested menus available, these menus are merely guides, as we look forward to customizing all the details of your wedding that will include the menu you select. We want your wedding to be a reflection of your own discriminating tastes and style.

Tasting
   
If required, a tasting is conducted on a complimentary basis for two guests. So as not to conflict with other events, tastings are offered Tuesday through Thursday between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. If weekends are required the wedding coordinator will make an agreeable arrangement. If additional guests are to attend the tasting this also may be arranged along with appropriate pricing.

The Food
   
Our kitchen works with the freshest of organic seafood, meats, and produce and our menu changes everyday. It is our intention to provide each wedding couple with a memorable experience, so variations in the menu relative to seasonal items may be recommended as alternatives.

Our Chefs
   
Chef Ken Hnilo is nationally known and his food has received numerous awards. Gilbert's has been named among the finest restaurants in the world. It is Chef Ken's desire to design a menu that will delight your guests and enhance the total reception experience.

    Our pastry chef will prepare a wedding cake to your specifications or design the cake of your dreams.

Our Wine List
   
Gilbert's has received outstanding awards from the Wine Spectator for our wine list.

Beverage Arrangements
   
A Premium or Deluxe Bar selection may be arranged. Additionally Gilbert's is pleased to offer a wide variety of alcohol-free selections. After-Dinner Selections include Espresso and Cappuccino made to order at a Coffee Bar and International Coffees Flambe' with your favorite Liqueurs. All beverages are charged on a per drink basis.

Gilbert's Wedding Ceremony and Reception Services


Linen
    We provide diamond white linen on all dining tables, as well as the choice of white or champagne floorlengths with Italian lace skirting for buffet tables. Custom linens may also be arranged to coordinate with your wedding colors if you desire at the current rental rate. A diagram of your table arrangements will be provided so that assignments may be made.

Photography and Musicians
   
We have exclusive lists of the finest professionals in the area which we are delighted to work with in the planning of your Wedding. These vendors are very familiar with Gilbert's and are thoroughly reliable and creative.

Check Room
   
A hosted check room may be arranged and applied to your account. The charge is $1.25 per guaranteed guest. A special summer rate is in effect from Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting.

Guest Room Reservations
   
If additional guest rooms are required for out of town friends and family, we can reserve rooms at area hotels according to your needs. Special rates may be negotiated based on availability and the number of rooms needed. We also will provide personalized formal reservation cards for the convenience of your guests. Our Catering Representative will coordinate all of your guest room arrangements including gift deliveries and special amenities that you may request.

Wedding Consultants
   
Gilbert's can provide an exclusive selection of Consultants that specialize in Weddings. They will assist you with all the details of your planning, which may include: setting up and attending planning sessions with florists, decorators, orchestras and photographers as well as selecting printed materials..


Floral
   
Gilbert's can provide all necessary floral arrangements - from bouquets and boutonnieres for your bridal party to floral decor for tables and mantels - as per design requirements.

Additional Ceremony and Reception Options
   
Tents, dance floors, additional lighting, decorated archways, chair covers, printed menus, special order linens, place cards, etc…

Please Contact Sherry Mizialko for details at 262.248.6680 x227.

Email: Sherry Mizialko

Parking

Valet parking is available at an additional cost.

327 Wrigley Drive  Lake Geneva, WI  53147  262.248.6680

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