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    Wouldn’t have changed a thing!

    We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Birkby house! From the staff to the grounds to the catering, it was perfect! And our guests had the best time. The staff is so friendly and personable and also professional. They accommodated all of our requests and wishes without a hitch, even with inclement weather!
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    The Best Venue & Team!

    We can't say enough good things about working with Birkby House! Carleigh and Meaghan are a dream to work with, they felt like my friends throughout the process. We picked Birkby for it's location and ability to have all of our events in one location. For a small footprint, Birkby has so many unique spaces that makes each part of the day feel special. The new conservatory is icing on the cake, its brand new and so beautiful!
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    Emily O. Sent on 12/05/2023
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    perfection!

    wonderful! can't imagine anything better. Book birkby house for your wedding!!
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    Sarah J. Sent on 12/24/2023
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    The best venue!

    My husband and I can not recommend Birkby House enough. The venue is fantastic! The historic home, landscaping around the courtyard, and new glass atrium reception area are all BEAUTIFUL. We also loved that the cost of the venue included so many things - getting ready onsite, chairs for the ceremony, tables and chairs for the reception, etc. It made planning our wedding less stressful to know we could count on the Birkby House team to manage a lot of the logistics without relying on additional vendors. It was also a no brainer to plan our wedding at Birkby House with Tuskies as their preferred caterer - we love Tuskies! The food was fantastic and Neal, their head of catering, was fantastic to work with. We highly recommend Birkby House!
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    Erin C. Sent on 12/06/2022
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    The perfect venue!

    My husband and I knew Birkby House would be the perfect venue when we first toured it almost TWO YEARS before our wedding. We started dating while living in Leesburg and would go on walks through downtown at night. We would sneak peeks at weddings happening at Birkby House while passing by. On our big day we both looked at how amazing everything was and said we couldn't believe it was US this time!! Carleigh was a pleasure to work with, had wonderful ideas, and worked great with all of the vendors to make sure everything went smoothly. We could not recommend Birkby House enough to anyone looking for a wedding venue.
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    Adam S. Sent on 11/15/2022
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    The perfect venue for our perfect day

    When we first visited Birkby House in May 2021 looking for wedding venues, I instantly knew by the immediate excitement on my now wife's face that Birkby House was the winner! Carleigh and Neal (Director of Private events at Tuscarora Mill who handled catering) were great to work with and very accommodating throughout the entire process. Fast forward to October 2022, we were lucky enough to have perfect fall weather to highlight the perfect setting for our reception. The house, the grounds, the tent, the staff, the food and drinks - everything was perfect! If you're looking for an ideal location away from DC, but still close enough to the airport, hotels, and walking distance to restaurants + nightlife, look no further! We had around 150 guests and had plenty of space in and outside the tent - everyone kept commenting on how great of a venue Birkby House was for our special day. We would highly recommend it and everyone at Birkby House for your special day too!
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    Presley Sent on 10/26/2022
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    Autumn Wedding at Birkby House

    Our wedding at Birkby House was better than we could have hoped for. Carleigh and Kristin are wonderful and went above and beyond to make everything perfect.
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    Robyn M. Sent on 10/13/2022
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    Best Wedding Venue!!

    Highly, highly recommend Birkby House to any couple looking for a wedding venue. It was absolutely perfect! I toured many venues in the area and ultimately went with Birkby house because I loved the charm, beautiful outdoor space, great layout/flow for entertaining and the built in rain plan if I couldn’t have my ceremony outside and I’m SO happy with my decision. From the very start all the way to the day of my wedding, working with Carleigh and the rest of the Birkby team was a dream. They were so easy to work with, responsive, helpful and helped to calm my nerves and stress. They are absolute professionals, which is such an important factor in wedding planning, that can’t be understated. When the wedding day got close and I was stressed about it being cold, The Birkby team made sure the fireplaces would be on inside the house and the tent heated so everyone would be comfortable. The house, the gardens, and the tent all looked so beautiful on my wedding day. Working with Tuskies as the caterer for Birkby was also amazing, and one less thing I had to worry about. Neal and his team at Tuskies are the best and make the planning process seamless. My guests raved about how delicious all the food was. Birkby allowed me to have my dream wedding and I couldn’t recommend it more!
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    Courtney S. Sent on 07/02/2022
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    Literally the best

    We got compliments all night about how wonderful this historic venue was. Not only is it beautiful, but it's logistically great too. There are stylish spaces for brides and grooms (or brides and brides or grooms and grooms!) to get ready separately. Carleigh was a dream to work with and also super knowledgable about options in the Leesburg area for vendors and after party locations. We felt completely taken care of and were not stressed at all. The day of, everything was handled and we were able to just relax and enjoy! The courtyard is gorgeous, the tent is gorgeous, and the inside of the house is gorgeous, too. Our guests were raving about it all night. There are also multiple hotels within one mile, making it really easy for our out of town guests. We opted to hire a shuttle bus to run between the hotel and the venue and because the distance was so short, it was really affordable and easy to coordinate! Neal from Tuscarora Mill (catering vendor) was wonderful, too. He was very organized and responsive. Also flexible! We asked to edit the vegetarian entree and he made it happen no questions asked. I'm still getting compliments about the food from so many people! I've been to lots of weddings and this was top notch food. Dishes came out piping hot and were super tasty. Also- GET THE PIZZA DELIVERY! Love that Neal suggested and organized this. Having hot pizza delivered straight to the dance floor was a total hit. People were obsessed! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Birkby House. Our wedding was easy, fun, and SO beautiful. I had ZERO stress the entire day and it was entirely because the team over there is so on top of it. Literally perfect! Thank you!!!!!
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    Maddi F. Sent on 06/20/2022
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    Birkby House

    Birkby House stole my heart from the moment I saw it! Between the beautiful decor and charm inside to the stunning patio and tent, it was an incredible venue! Carleigh and Kristin from Simply Royal Events for Day of Coordinating were absolutely amazing. They took charge of communicating with vendors, organizing the rehearsal and managing every aspect of the wedding day from processional, to making sure me and my now husband got a drink and a plate of food to ourselves before entering cocktail hour, to telling us when and where to be to stay on track but also allowing us to completely enjoy the night. I cannot say enough amazing things about Birkby House and it’s team. I would recommend this venue a thousand times over. It was the most perfect day.

    Birkby House's reply:

    Thank you Maddie for the kind words!!! It was our pleasure! So happy you enjoyed the day!!! We wish you both all the best xoxo
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    Paige K. Sent on 07/17/2022
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    Sparkling Garden Wedding

    Birkby House provided a beautiful and varied setting for the many events of our wedding day. The setting of the house and grounds was beautiful for our sparkling garden party; guests and the bridal party alike enjoyed both the interior and exterior spaces. Birkby House’s established relationships with a wide variety of local vendors gave us plentiful options during our planning as well as kept every aspect of the day itself running smoothly and professionally. Even though our weather was perfect, Birbky House communicated strong contingency plans that gave us confidence that our wedding would still be beautiful, utilizing the uniqueness of the property in the case of inclement weather. As owner/manager, Carleigh was helpful, accessible, and easy to work with as we hammered out the details of the event. Thank you, Carleigh!

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    Colleen Sent on 05/23/2022
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    Easy, smooth, BEST DAY!

    Would rebook this venue every time! My husband and I truly had the best day ever - exactly what you want for your wedding! Even though it rained and we had to go with plan B, the tent ceremony was beautiful and comfortable, cocktail hour inside was perfect, and the vendor team was FABULOUS! Carleigh and Kristin kept everyone and everything on track. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. The food was delicious and we received a ton of compliments. I wish we could do it all over again!!!
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    Morgan M. Sent on 06/09/2022
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    The Best Hidden Gem!

    This review is long overdue, but I would rebook Birkby House over and over again! We booked the Birkby House back in 2020 and got married in 2022, so even though it was a long time in-between Kristin and Carleigh were there for us the entire process. Weddings are stressful and Carleigh and Kristin were so laid-back and accommodating it made for a stress-free day! They also came through recommending vendors who complemented our vision to a T and who were equally amazing to work with! We received so many compliments on how beautiful our venue was and people couldn't believe how many times they had driven right by it without knowing what it was. Neal from Tuscarora Mill (the catering restaurant) did such an amazing job in being organized and keeping us on track with our food selections and giving us popular recommendations. He made himself available every step of the way, and those small things are so appreciated. Our guests absolutely loved the food as well as the level of service that Neal's team provided. The day was so perfect - I don't know what I would have done without the team who worked so hard to make it happen!
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    Tb Sent on 09/05/2022
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    Great Service and Value- Beautiful Venue

    We stumbled into Birkby House (literally) after a day of venue searching in the DC area left us somewhat demoralized. Even though they were prepping for another event Carleigh took the time to show us around the property. After a tour we knew this was the right venue for us- a COVID friendly indoor/outdoor space with a gorgeous climate controlled tent, a pretty garden, historic home and little details that matter to guests (beautiful lighting in tent, indoor bathrooms, ample space to mingle and a secret back parking lot). Those attention to details carried through our contract process where Kristen patiently answered all of our questions. As we got ready for our wedding Carleigh and Kristen worked with our planner, rolled with the last minute changes and made sure the event went off seamlessly.

    Additionally working with Neal at Tuscarora (approved caterer) was equally as seamless. As a seasoned member of the events industry Neal provided expert guidance and we enjoyed our tasting. He was attentive to detail and responsive to our communications- calming our type A personalities down and making us laugh at times. On the day of our wedding he even made sure we went to sit down and eat during our own wedding so we could enjoy hot food. Our guests commented on how the food was tasty, fresh and the servers/bartenders were kind.

    I would 100% recommend Birkby House as a venue and Tuscarora Mill as a caterer!
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    Joe S. Sent on 11/10/2021
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    Beautiful Venue

    The location is fantastic with beautiful grounds and a really nice reception area. All of our guest were impressed with the venue and everyone had a great time! Carleigh & Kristin were great help with putting the wedding together and we are very thankful for all of their help.

    **Bonus** this place is right in downtown Leesburg, which is the perfect spot to keep the party going after the reception.
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    Carly W. Sent on 10/19/2022
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    Beautiful Venue

    Birkby House is an amazing and beautiful venue. We loved the charm of the area and of the house itself. The inside is tastefully decorated and quaint. The bridal suite is beautiful and very roomy. It accommodated 4 bridesmaids, 1 man of honor, 2 mom’s and me perfectly! We predominantly worked with Meaghan and she was wonderful! She was prompt with responses and super helpful the day of, especially since the ceremony had to be moved indoors due to the weather. Overall, Birkby House and the staff is wonderful!
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    Mercedes S. Sent on 10/12/2021
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    The venue was beautiful and the people were helpful.

    The venue is beautiful and the people were very helpful. The catering was amazing and our florist was awesome.
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    Nicolette Sent on 10/13/2021
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    Wedding Day!

    This venue is amazing! All of our guests complimented how beautiful the house and gardens were. Neal and Carleigh are a dream to work with. If you are looking for a wedding venue you should definitely pick this place!
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    Lori H. Sent on 10/11/2021
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    Perfect Wedding Venue

    Birkby House was the most amazing venue for our October wedding. Upon touring the property and speaking with Carleigh, we knew that it would be perfect. Everyone I spoke to was understanding and flexible. They answered all of my questions and updated me about the Covid Restrictions throughout the process. They truly made me feel like our wedding was of the utmost importance and the only event they were hosting.

    We held our wedding ceremony at a nearby Catholic Church, so Birkby House was used for our Cocktail Hour & Reception. We were able to get ready at Birkby House in the morning, before heading to the church and upon our arrival everything was setup and ready to go. Cocktail Hour on the patio was a perfect way for our guests to mingle before the tent opened for dinner service. All of our guests had the most amazing time and raved about the food and service from Tuscarora Mill. After the reception ended, some guests walked to Downtown Leesburg and continued the party. Honestly, if I had to do it all again, I wouldn’t change a single thing. Thank you, Birkby House, for making my wedding dreams a reality.
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    Laura S. Sent on 11/01/2021
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    Everything I didn’t know I wanted

    Birkby House is amazing!!! We got married here in September and my MIL was no too impressed with our wedding vision. But she swallowed her words when she finally saw it on the day of. Birkby is perfect because the general ambiance is already romantic regardless of how much or how little you add to it. People are still complementing me on the venue! The bridal suit was also everything we needed and then some. Getting hair and make up for 8 people was super easy and comfortable.
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    Steven M. Sent on 10/26/2021
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    Outstanding Wedding Venue and Caterer!

    We could not have asked for a better venue for our wedding day! The Birkby House was perfect for what we were hoping to find in a wedding venue. There was ample room to get ready for all members of the bridal party the morning of the wedding and so many of our guests commented on the beautiful appearance of the house, courtyard, and decorated tent. In addition to the venue itself being a beautiful setting, the people you work with at Birkby House and their sister catering company (Tuscarora Mill) are incredibly helpful and help ease the stress of wedding planning by a ton - thank you to both Carleigh and Neal! Carleigh helped us in selecting the venue and was always available for any questions we had along the way. She also made Birkby House available to us as a meeting place for our planning meetings with our day-of-coordinator, which we found to be very generous. Neal did an excellent job in planning and organizing the catering portion of the wedding. He is impeccably organized and was available to attend our planning meetings to offer suggestions and help us make selections from the number of tables required all the way down to the napkin color and style. And most importantly, our guests loved the food! We cannot say enough positive things about our experience working with everyone at both Birkby House and Tuscarora Mill to make our wedding day so special! We highly recommend Birkby House as a wedding venue!
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    Michelle H. Sent on 06/27/2021
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    Amazing, Perfect, Everything of the Sort

    This place is hidden in downtown Leesburg and the history nerd in me loved it! There are so many places to take pictures within the house and outside on the grounds. Carleigh was a joy to work with! Since I planned this at the beginning of the pandemic, even just working over facetime and email, she helped make the day perfect!
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    Kristina P. Sent on 06/03/2019
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    LOVE Birkby House - My Dream Wedding

    The first time I toured Birkby House I instantly knew it would be the perfect spot for my garden style brunch wedding. The grounds and the tent are so gorgeous I had to do very minimal decorating, I let the beautiful grounds be my back drop. I can not say enough good things about Carleigh and Kristin as wedding coordinators. Carleigh truly saved the day when my hair and make up lady was two hours late and found someone local to help do makeup for my MOH, Mom, and I, and she did a fantastic job! Kristin was beyond helpful throughout the entire process and so easy to communicate with and ask questions. She made sure my fiance and I had drinks, appetizers, and were comfortable throughout the entire day. She even helped me out of my veil and bustled my dress! She kept everything on track so that we could enjoy each moment we had planned. After the ceremony they were incredibly helpful helping my Mom pack up all of our belongings and get them in the car. These ladies are amazing at what they do and you can tell they just genuinely love it. Its a family business and they are just great people. My guests had a blast and I received so many compliments on how beautiful and classy the wedding venue was. I wish I could relive my wedding day 100x over, and I would do it at Birkby House every time.
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    Stephanie P. Sent on 09/08/2020
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    Amazing wedding in spite of COVID

    The Birkby House is an incredible choice for a wedding venue. We got married on August 29, 2020 and had our fair share of tough planning moments because of COVID. The team at Birkby House are kind, cooperative, and compassionate. On top of a truly beautiful venue, having a great team is such an added bonus.
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