Before I even begin to talk about the venue itself, I need to highlight something that truly sets Birchwood apart: the people. A company is only as strong as the staff behind it, a...nd Birchwood’s team is exceptional.
A huge thank-you to Lexi and Avery, who we worked with most often throughout the planning process, and an additional shout-out to Melissa and Kasia. Avery, our coordinator, was nothing short of a superstar — she handled every piece of chaos with calm professionalism and a genuine smile. She was steady, reassuring, organized, and just an absolute joy to work with. And a special shout-out to Autumn, our “personal” server that evening, who was warm, attentive, and wonderful, even though we barely had time to properly thank her because we were being pulled in every direction.
The food deserves its own standing ovation. We had guests who were vegetarian, vegan, and even vegetarian celiacs, and everyone was blown away by the quality and variety. My two brothers were in the wedding party and both have celiac disease — I was incredibly impressed by Birchwood’s care, their meticulous labeling, and the sheer number of gluten-free and allergy-friendly options. They even created an adult-sized chicken tender plate for an autistic guest with very specific sensory preferences. That level of compassion, flexibility, and service is rare, and we appreciated it more than words can say.
The natural beauty of the venue is stunning. You genuinely don’t have to do much in terms of décor — Birchwood’s elegant, warm aesthetic does the heavy lifting for you. One of the best features for us was the separate cocktail-hour space and main venue room, which was a huge stress reliever. We ended up needing to move our ceremony indoors due to weather, and it was seamless because of how well Birchwood is designed.
Pricing was transparent, fair, and comprehensive for what’s included. We asked so many questions throughout the planning process, and the staff was always responsive, patient, and helpful via email. We never felt like a burden — just supported.
A fun bonus: We had a choreographed first dance, and Birchwood allowed us to use their space for short practice sessions, which we easily booked through their online system. Small gesture, big impact.
This was truly the best day of our lives, and Birchwood and their incredible staff played a huge role in making that happen. If you’re considering this venue — do it. The service, the beauty, the organization, the heart… everything was exceptional.
We are endlessly grateful and highly recommend!