New to LIWeddings, need Hall Help!

Hello all!
I'm new to this forum and I'm looking for 'expert' catering hall advice from the brides to be. I'm getting married on April 26th 2009 and I have been to a bunch of catering halls and I feel like I'm running on a hamster wheel because I can't seem to pinpoint exactly what I'm looking. I have to ask for some 'expert advice' from all of you.
The things my fiance and I like from most important to least important are:
1-European look ex: greek columns, statues, gold trimmings, marble/granite floors
2- located in nassau or anyplace right off the LIE
3-outdoor gardens
4- no more than 2 events the same day
We've been to these halls so far:
Fox Hollow- I liked the outdoor gardens, Majestic Gardens-loved it but too far, Leonards- it didn't appeal to us (didn't have the european look we're looking for), Astoria World Manor- didn't appeal to us (didn't have the european look we're looking for), Venetian Yacht Club- we got lost going and comming but LOVED the ballrooms, Jericho- ideal, but my brother is getting married there two months after me so it's a no-no, Waters Edge- didn't appeal to us (didn't have the european look we're looking for).
We're stuck!!! The one we're leaning the most towards at this point in time is Fox Hollow, because of the outdoor garden and it's easy to get to. It just breaks my heart that the place does not have the european look inside because if we get bad weather we will not even get to enjoy it. Does anyone have any advice???

what about the woodbury country club - that the the RH we are using. they have a beautiful outdoor area, its right down the road from Fox Hollow.

i would also try watermill and westbury manor

There are alot of brides on here who will be glad to help.

Welcome and congrats!

ps I am guessing you are greek by your name Eleni!

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Posted by MrsFazz2B

ps I am guessing you are greek by your name Eleni!

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JES!

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Posted by EVS2009

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Posted by MrsFazz2B

ps I am guessing you are greek by your name Eleni!

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JES!

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Well Welcome! We had some issues with out wedding because dad is orthodox and wanted the 'Big fat greek wedding'

If you are willng to travel to brooklyn, the grand prospect ballroom sounds like something you would be interested in

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Posted by jgl

what about the woodbury country club - that the the RH we are using. they have a beautiful outdoor area, its right down the road from Fox Hollow.

i would also try watermill and westbury manor

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woodbury country club doesnt have any pics of the inside! i guess i have to go see for myself

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Posted by MrsFazz2B

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Posted by EVS2009

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Posted by MrsFazz2B

ps I am guessing you are greek by your name Eleni!

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JES!

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Well Welcome! We had some issues with out wedding because dad is orthodox and wanted the 'Big fat greek wedding'

If you are willng to travel to brooklyn, the grand prospect ballroom sounds like something you would be interested in

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grand prospect hall-- greek channel, lol. where all yourrrr drrreams come trruuu! lol
i will mapquest it and see how far it is

and thank you for having me

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Posted by jgl

what about the woodbury country club - that the the RH we are using. they have a beautiful outdoor area, its right down the road from Fox Hollow.

i would also try watermill and westbury manor

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I'm not sure if I would say Westbury Manor has the look she's going for but it is beautiful, has beautiful gardens and is close to the highway.

By the way, congrats and welcome!

Welcome and congrats!!!!
What about Milleridge Cottage?
Also The Riviera in Massapequa, its not off the LIE but, off of Southern State.

Villa Lombardi's is in Hobrook but it def has European appeal. Try Jericho Terrace also try Sandcastle. Thats very Greek! Or Floral Terrace. What about Carlton on The park in Eisenhower Park. Imgiving options based on European feel. The Fox Hollow has an English Cottage look.

Congrats & Good Luck ..Keep us posted!

welcome to LIW the inn @ new hyde park comes to mind. so does the venetian yacht club, but that's suffolk. good luck and happy planning!