Graydon Hall Manor is a Toronto-based venue that specializes in hosting elegant weddings and other special events in its formal gardens and elegant reception spaces. The romantic and luxurious setting offered by this lovely estate includes everything you might want for a princess-style wedding. Stone terraces and cascading fountains make this location ideal for wedding photography, without losing an ounce of elegance.
Facilities and capacity
This venue's two-level facilities tell the story of this exclusive manor starting from the entrance hall leading to the grand staircase where your guests will be received before entering the reception hall and gardens beyond. The reception hall includes two main rooms with protruding bay windows separated by a large dance floor with a head table area. It has a capacity for 128 seated guests. Another possible combination for this space is where the entire main floor is fitted with tables, in which case the capacity is increased to 180 guests. The largest capacity offered is the outdoor terrace which is suited for outdoor weddings and summer events and seats up to 250 guests.
Services offered
The team at Graydon Hall Manor will get to know each soon-to-be newlywed on a personal level, developing an understanding of their dream vision. They will guide you through the coordination process from the very beginning, securing your trust and comfort. The services offered by this exclusive manor include the following:
Private get-ready room
Luxury linens and table settings
Bar services (including a soft bar with teas, juices, and mocktails)
Catering services
Air-conditioned interior
Terrace canopy
Access to parking for 120 cars
Cuisine
Chef Arpi Magyar is responsible for this venue’s deliciously elegant fare that ranges from classic to contemporary. With more than 35 years of experience, Chef Magyar has been establishing himself in some of Toronto's most recognized and respected kitchens. He combines high-quality ingredients from around the globe to create his fantastic menu options which are always customized for you and your guests.
Other facilities
This venue offers other facilities that are perfectly suited for board meetings, team-building retreats, private luncheons, product launches, and more. The principal rooms include the dining room, library, and conservatory which can accommodate up to 250 guests. The coach house seats 90 guests theatre-style and the chinoiserie boardroom fits 20 hollow squares.
History
Originally called the Graydon House, this 1930’s Georgian manor was first built by architects Allan George and Walter Moorehouse for Rupert Bain, a broker/financier. Bain wanted to create a "sportsman's paradise" by completing the 29-room estate with stables for racehorses, kennels for hunting dogs, a 9-hole golf course, and fountains surrounded by spectacular gardens. It became the center for high society life shortly after until it was redesigned into an elegant reception facility in 2000.
I cannot say enough good things about Graydon Hall. From the first meeting, they were fantastic about guiding us through the process, and they helped us put together an incredible event. The team at Graydon is truly fantastic. I felt more cared for and at ease than I had ever expected to feel on my wedding day because I knew they were on top of everything. The food was excellent, the venue was gorgeous, and the staff went above and beyond with everything from helping us carry in our bags for getting ready, to keeping drinks full, to helping tear down at the end of the night. The head waiter and bartender introduced themselves to me at the beginning of the night and told me to come to them if I needed ANYTHING. My guests had an amazing time, and people kept coming up to me saying how amazing the venue and staff were, and how our wedding was the best they'd ever been to. I would recommend Graydon in a heartbeat,
Sent on 17/12/2019
Graydon Hall Manor's reply:
Kristina,
Thank you so very much for your kind words. We love what we do! And, nothing fills our hearts more than a happy bride who felt cared for on her wedding day. It was a great pleasure to have been of service to you and we wish you both every blessing.
Nicole and the Graydon Hall team
Keith F.
· Married on 17/08/2019
4.6
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
3.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Great Venue
We were looking to find a wedding venue somewhat centralized to accommodate our guests.
We were sold on the wow factor when you first walk up to the venue.
The driveway slopes uphill and trees (summer time) block most of the house from the street and parking lot. Once close to the front gate, the grandeur of the manor hits you.
We had several meetings with our event coordinator Marissa and she helped us through the process of getting married at Graydon Hall Manor and did an excellent job at pulling everything together on the day of.
There are so many spots on the grounds for great photo opportunities.
Sent on 24/12/2019
N/A
· Married on 23/06/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Amazing wedding
Melissa did a great job at helping us go through and plan all of our details for the day of. We did not have a wedding planner so we truly appreciated her availability and thoughts for all of our questions during the planning process. Our wedding day was incredible; all the details were perfect and the events throughout the evening went smoothly and as planned thanks to Graydon's team. We've had such amazing feedback from our friends and family about how gorgeous the venue was and how delicious the food was. We are beyond happy to have had our wedding at Graydon Hall and wouldn't have had it any other way!
Sent on 30/07/2019
Graydon Hall Manor's reply:
Thank you for your kind words! It warms our hearts that you had such a wonderful day, Iliana. We wish you and Bradley every blessing.
xoxo
The Graydon Hall Team
Ian H.
· Married on 13/04/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Professional beginning to after the end!
From our first meeting with our Event Coordinator Melissa, to our multitude of questions by email exchanged over 6 months of planning, to being able to pick up items a few days after our wedding, Graydon Hall Manor staff were superb! Melissa was always there to give us excellent advice, a guiding hand, and quick answers same day. The staff were completely attentive on our wedding day. We and our guests were treated like royalty. Everything was taken care of, including some delightful, unexpected extras, like 'groom' napkins for the 2 newlywed husbands, c/o Mango! Such beautiful touches. The venue itself is just gorgeous. We were lucky to have a sunny day where we made full use of the back terrace and gardens, which are so photogenic. But the inside is equally classy, understated and elegant. Graydon Hall gave us the perfect setting and service we wanted for our special day, and we were not disappointed. We will be forever grateful!
Sent on 21/04/2019
Kalla B.
· Married on 24/08/2018
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Beyond my dreams
The venue and team were like a dream! An absolutely stunning space, well maintained, a flexible and kind team, and delicious catering. I could go on and on about how it exceeded my expectations. The planning team was prompt, patient, kind and made us feel like our ideas and our day were a priority. We enjoyed every moment of the experience and our guests were blown away by the experience. I would highly recommend and would host another event here.
Sent on 20/11/2018
Graydon Hall Manor's reply:
Kalla, thank you so much for sharing your amazing photos and the details of your Graydon Hall experience. We couldn't be more thrilled that you and Lucas had an amazing day. We hope we may be of service again in the future - personally or professionally. Wishing you both all the very best!
- the Graydon Hall Manor team
