What a magical experience! I booked The Forbidden Garden to do some Valentine's Day shoots. Not only was this place amazing to work at, but it was a pleasure for my assistant and I to stay there as well! It's clear a lot of thought, care, and eye for detail went into putting everything together. From the beautiful and glamorous decorations, to the plentiful and thoughtful accommodations/amenities, it was a wonderful experience. I definitely hope to work and stay there again in the future!
The one thing I would suggest is that you wear some good sturdy shoes when entering the venue. To get to the private entrance you walk through a shed into the backyard, which has some semi steep stairs. There are additional stairs in the backyard made of stone, which can get slick in the rain. It wasn't terrible to navigate, but definitely something to keep in mind if you have any sort of mobility issues.
Thank you Sara & Courtland for the truly unforgettable and enchanting adventure!