Keep the faith!! I am getting married at SATP Feb 2, 2009! Hopefully I can answer many of your questions/concerns.
I actually found a bride who recently held here wedding there (found her through TripAdvisor.com), and she and I have been emailing for a few months. She has answered tons of questions for me, and has shared her experience with SATP -- which she said was truly amazing! My first question was "what is up with Charrm (SATP wedding coordinator) and why doesn't she respond to my emails?" She said Charm will respond, but you sometimes need to remind her (the squeaky wheel gets the grease!). She also said that because this is getting to be a popular place for weddings, they tend to not communicate as regularaly with you until closer to the wedding.
I have pages of notes about this other bride's SATP wedding -- she has even sent pictures. I had so many questions (and concerns) before actaully putting money down to confirm our date, but now I am totally excited about this wedding. I'm happy to share my information with you!!!
Sarah