Historic Ashland

as extremely accommodating and super nice to work with! The property is gorgeous; from the mansion for the bride’s own quarters, and the groom’s, to the beautifully renovated barn for the reception, as well as accommodations for an outdoor or indoor wedding, the property is beautifully landscaped and well maintained. Beautiful scenery for all your photos! The Historic Ashland is a five star venue – would highly recommend for your magical day—you will be amazingly happy that you did!

weddings. We were fortunate enough to still get married on our original date and the HA team was with us every step of the way. The team was impeccable in their communication, about COVID concerns and general wedding planning. They have a long, detailed list of amazing vendors. I am very much not a planner but they made everything as easy as possible and were very timely in all responses. The venue itself is absolutely stunning. The grounds are beautiful kept, the get ready spaces are spotless and perfectly decorated but still warm and inviting. Every guest at our wedding made a point to tell us what a beautiful venue we had selected. Without a doubt, I would recommend this spot to anyone!

esponded immediately and set up a date for us to come tour! We toured with Patti and while we absolutely fell in love with the venue, it was truly her personality and the comfort level we had with her that made us instantly choose HA. Fast forward a few months and Covid completely crashed everyone’s plans, but HA helped us throughout the entire process and made wedding planning so much easier! We had initially planned a wedding for 150 people but about 6 weeks before the wedding, we completely changed to a microwedding with only 30 people. Leah and Amanda were lifesavers and helped us completely redesign our wedding to have a much more intimate reception. The day of the wedding was absolutely perfect, Leah and Amanda took care of everything and orchestrated the entire event so seamlessly. My husband and I had joked throughout our planning process that wedding’s were Murphy’s Law in action, where if anything can go wrong, it will. Following our wedding, we both can truthfully say nothing went wrong, and it was in fact perfect. HA is entirely to thank, and we are so grateful to be a part of the HA family. If you are looking for a wedding venue where you will feel like part of the family and want everything to run smoothly, this is the place for you!

orry about anything. Thank you both for helping make Katie and Brandon’s day so magical.

have to plan my wedding in 2 months, her response was “we got this!” And let me tell she had it all covered and it was perfect. I honestly think it was better than what we originally wanted! She had an awesome list vendors and everyone really just made us feel at ease and like planning a whole wedding in 2 months is a breeze. We got SO many compliments on the venue the night of, our guests were absolutely stunned by the venue and how everything turned out with such a short turnaround time. I cannot recommend Historic Ashland enough. My parents are already talking about another event we could host there in the future, it was perfect!

d accommodating through the process. She was very responsive and worked with us every step of the way. The mansion is picture perfect and my girls and I loved getting ready there on the wedding day. The grooms quarters is such a nice added touch for the guys. And then there is the lodge which is so freaking beautiful in every way - the lights, the fireplace, the drapery, the wooden beams - seriously, AMAZING. We got so many compliments from our guests all night. It is the perfect combination of timeless, classy, elegant, and romantic. Amanda Stauffer is also an absolute boss lady and handled every detail of the wedding day so I could relax and enjoy. Historic Ashland was one of the best decisions I made and I'm so grateful to these lovely ladies for making our day such a success. If you are looking for a venue, STOP - and book this one.

met Leah, my fiancé and I knew the venue was a perfect fit for us. We wanted an outdoor ceremony and the property here is GORGEOUS! They also have 3 different outdoor ceremony spots to choose from. Leah is an absolute dream to work with. She is super professional, but also a blast! We unfortunately (like many 2020 brides) had to postpone our July wedding to October and Leah made the process so stress-free. She allowed us to easily pick another date and she even took the time to reach out to ALL of our vendors to find out their availability for our new potential dates. She checked in on us ALL THE TIME as restrictions were changing by the day. Just to see how we were doing, what we envisioned for our wedding, etc. Throughout the process Leah went from a vendor to a friend. And after everything, our wedding day could not have been more perfect or beautiful. Leah and Amanda are amazing and made our day FUN and stress free. OH! One of my absolute favorite parts about the venue (and there's a lot) is the bridal suite! Or should I say bridal MANSION. My girls and I had so much space to get ready and it made the day so fun and special. My girls LOVED it! The getting ready space is not something you normally worry about for your big day, but to me it was SUPER important considering you spend half your day there!

ot on. And Leah made sure we were happy the “day of” throughout the ceremony. Cannot say enough good things. Check them out for a gorgeous venue and exceptional customer service.

da are the most amazing duo to work with. They were accommodating to our individual needs and were so understanding during these crazy COVID times. They did everything to make sure we had the perfect day. Leah is honest, down to earth, and cares about her clients! Words cannot describe how thankful I am for their entire team for giving us the best day to remember and to be a part of the “Ashland family.” 100% recommend for your special day!

, Leah, is AMAZING! If you are clueless about vendors, or have any questions Leah jumps right in with information for you. She is super energetic yet down to earth, and she's easily reached and quick to respond which was beyond helpful (not just with the wedding stress alone, but during this pandemic as well). Oh one more thing, if your like we were and do not want a huge wedding? This venue and Leah has got you there too!!!! This is your girl and your place!!!

e the wedding of our dreams. On top of all of that, the venue itself is gorgeous and modern, Leah did an incredible job curating HA to be perfect wedding location - we checked out a lot of places and nothing stood a chance against HA. HA has relationships with so many great vendors that allow you to have an affordable, but still beautiful wedding (or boujee if that's your ~vibe~). 1000% recommend any day, erryday

staff treated us as if we were friends/family and wanted us to be part of what she calls the "Ashland Family". The venue is amazing and our day was perfect! Her list of preferred vendors are on the list for a reason, as they share the same values as her team does. I cannot say enough great things about this place. If you are looking for much more than just a "sales pitch" and someone who is going to work hard to make your wedding day just as you wished, look no further than Historic Ashland!

I were supposes to get married next March, but the military had other plans for us. Leah was wonderful in helping us seamlessly change our date and vendors to 7 months sooner than planned. Everything about the venue is breathtaking. I got so many compliments all night on how beautiful the venue is and how smooth everything was run! I am forever grateful for this venue and all they did for us to make our wedding so perfect!

my husband being a UPS driver, the option to reschedule for later in the year was next to impossible and we didn’t want to wait until 2021. We decided to reach out to local venues and see what they could offer us for an intimate elopement as neither of us really wanted a big wedding anyway. From the first time I viewed Historic Ashland’s website, I was hooked. The venue is absolutely beautiful! Leah is just as wonderful, she checked in on us weekly to see how everything was going and kept us up to date on the governs COVID19 rules which truly kept us at ease. My husband and I decided we wanted our elopement to feel as real as possible, including a bride and groom suite to get ready in, a first dance, cake cutting and champagne toast. And... you guessed it, Leah made that happen! She did everything she could to make our wedding dreams come true. Now here we are, two months later and couldn't be happier with the way our wedding turned out. Everything about our big day was perfect and everything I dreamed of as a little girl. Even after our wedding, Leah has kept in touch. She has become more than our wedding venue’s owner, she has become a friend. We look forward to hosting future events at Historic Ashland and getting the pleasure to work with Leah again. We cannot recommend Leah and her venue enough! If we had to plan our wedding all over again, We’d still pick Historic Ashland.

d in the wedding industry. It was made very clear she wanted to make a genuine connection with us and our wedding and wasn’t just looking for a sale. The property is beyond stunning and everything we were looking for. We loved that we had total privacy being the only event on site for our entire day. The Mansion is bridal perfection. The beauty bar made it so easy for my hair and makeup artists to work efficiently. The detail in the Cottage for the men to get ready in was amazing. The Lodge was everything we could have dreamed of for our winter wedding setting. I can not recommend Historic Ashland, Leah and her team enough!

g. After a few sleepless nights, searching and trying to figure out what we were going to do, we stumbled upon Historic Ashland. My sister (MOH) made the first call and spoke with Leah. She immediately called me and said “Kelly- you are going to love it here. Leah is so awesome and is going to help you pull this off without people even knowing you’re doing this all in a matter of days.” Boy was she right! I got to meet Leah & Amanda the following week (2weeks out from wedding day) and they were so warm and inviting. I knew from the moment I met them that this was all meant to happen. Amanda, the day-of-coordinator through HA was the SWEETEST! She ensured everything was sorted out ahead of time and that everyone was on the same page leading up to and including the day of. Both Leah & Amanda were always available whenever I had a question/comment/concern. Now for the actual venue space. HOLY. SMOKES. Historic Ashland is absolutely beautiful! There is very minimal decor that the bride & groom have to bring because the space is so beautiful on its own. We had our ceremony indoors on the first floor and it was so romantic and intimate. That space then become cocktail hour which flowed very smoothly thanks to the HA Team! The reception space upstairs was great because we could do what we wanted with the space. We decided on a head table in the middle amongst the guest tables which really made my husband and I feel like we were including everyone in our day as opposed to just sitting by ourselves away from everyone. The dance floor was HUGE which was great for our dancing crowd ;) The loft area overlooking the reception space was also a nice size area. We chose to use it for a “Kids Zone” where the little ones could run around, sit and draw, or just be in their own space supervised by babysitters that we hired so that the parents could be downstairs enjoying the evening with the adults. All in all, Historic Ashland really solidified my belief that “everything happens for a reason.” Thank you so much to Leah, Amanda, and the Historic Ashland family for sharing your venue with my husband, family, friends and I for an unforgettable night!

venue on us. She showed us every piece of the property and helped us paint the picture for what our wedding day would be like. After we booked, she would check in with us during our wedding planning process and was quick to help us with any assistance we may need. When it came to the day of, the HA staff takes care of everything for you so you don’t have to stress. From decor set up and take down, helping create (And stick to) the timeline, parking attendant, ice/snow removal, etc., HA made our wedding dreams become a reality. Personally, my favorite part about HA is the mansion for the ladies getting ready- it is huge, spacious, and offers plenty of photo opportunities. For the groomsmen, their lodge was also one of the most spacious and thought out options for men that we’ve toured as well. If you are considering HA, know that your day will be taken care of by the most accommodating, helpful staff- and my husband and I consider Leah as a friend after this whole process!

ll the updates reflect a respect for the past while still affording modern comfort. Leah is a great hostess; she makes everything go smoothly throughout the planning process and the event day was flawless.

to remember. Our attendees loved the uniqueness of the venue. We would recommend Historic Ashland for weddings and other events.

answer to my questions and made me feel so comfortable. The day was truly magical and I am so thankful to their team for making the day run so smoothly and for being so organized :)

lf is GORGEOUS and you get the venue for the entire day. It also offers a variety of places to have the ceremony, including rain plans on both levels of the lodge. To top it off, Leah & Amanda are just incredible to work with! They are so dedicated to making every brides dream day a reality in any way they can. I could never say enough good things about either one of them!

ad no trouble at all coordinating everything, especially with Amanda's help. Everything about the day was perfect; we couldn't have asked for anything more!

thing and were so organized. They will always have a special place in our hearts!

was! Leah was fantastic and super helpful throughout the entire process from beginning to end. She even helped bartend throughout the night when the bar was backed up (even though we told our caterer to bring more bartenders). Overall it was a perfect day. I was lucky enough to be the contractor to replace the windows at the mansion, so I got to see the venue before it was renovated. All I can say is wow! They did an amazing job turning an old civil war house and barn into a gorgeous wedding venue. Definitely a must see if you are in the market for a wedding!

with details and information we may need. She went above and beyond on the wedding day. She oversaw the set up and made sure everything ran smoothly. It was a pleasure to work with Leah and the staff at Historic Ashland. It is such a beautiful and versatile venue. I love that you have the whole venue for yourself for the entire day of your event. Thank you Leah and Historic Ashland for making our day so special!

Leah, the GM of Historic Ashland. Before we even got to talking about venue/wedding details, she was asking us about our story and just about us, which was a huge hit! We loved that Leah was so interested and invested in us as a couple and not just another pair of people looking to use the space for the wedding. Once we began talking about our day, details and feels that we wanted, and we toured the venue, there were zero questions in our minds that we were going to use Historic Ashland as our venue. It is absolutely stunning!! Even though the venue hadn't hosted its first wedding until a few months later, we could envision ourselves and guests in the space. Leah had thought of EVERYTHING , even down to the door knobs and toilet paper holders (haha!). My husband and I fell in love with the idea that we could both be on the property to get ready but in totally separate spaces; the men in the original (restored) cottage to the property and the ladies in the updated mansion. As Leah has gotten into the swing of a full-time wedding venue, she has continued to build upon beautifying the space and by the time April came for our wedding, we were BLOWN AWAY with many additional features including lights draped throughout the beams in the reception hall and the addition of the patio/pergola outside for the cocktail hour (we were inside, upstairs in front of the grand fireplace for our wedding due to rain, but it wasn't an "option B", more like "option A inside" vs "option A outside"). My husband and I are also so thankful for Leah's dad, who not only directed parking traffic, but also helped move my grandmother from ceremony, to cocktail hour, to reception; she couldn't stop talking about how kind and thoughtful he was! Leah has literally thought (and continues to think) of everything you could possibly want in a venue! She knows what she wants to do, how she wants to do it or have it completed and isn't afraid to speak her mind. Leah was also wonderful with communication which my husband and I truly couldn't be more thankful for. You will not be disappointed with Leah at Historic Ashland!!

held downstairs in front of a warming fireplace, which was perfect for the chilly weather! Everything about this venue is extremely refined and classy. The wood decor is absolutely amazing and creates a perfect ambiance. The manager and her boyfriend/husband were beyond helpful and accommodating to everyone. Everything was perfect! I'm getting married in May of this year and only wish I had seen Historic Ashland prior to booking our venue. For any bride to be that is looking for the perfect place, this is it!

edding ring was missing and Leah literally offered to use a piece of jewelry from a styled shoot to use for the ceremony. Luckily we found the ring! - my husband also forgot to buy soda and her business partner went to the store and got soda for our guests. Not only will your guests totally gush over the beauty of the venue but you will be taken care of. We know the importance of trusting vendors and I can’t imagine trusting anyone other than Historic Ashland with our crazy wedding day. Thank you, Leah and team! 🙏🏽

lace we wanted to make our dream wedding a reality. I can not express enough how amazing Leah & her family truly are. I will never forget what I saw the morning of our wedding. While getting ready in the gorgeous bridal suite I happened to look outside the window to see Leah & her dad raking leaves on the large pasture across from The Lodge. Even though our ceremony was at a Church & nothing was outside, it just showed me how much they as a family care about making everything look perfect. We are so thankful that we stumbled upon HA & wouldn't change one thing for the world!

th a few special touches but it really needs no “decorating”. One of our favorite features was the climate controlled lodge/barn for indoor ceremony options and heating/AC for whatever weather chooses to come- it made it one less thing to worry about. We also really loved the separate buildings for the groom and bride to get ready in. Historic Ashland has so many ceremony site options you can really customize it to whatever you want. Leah- the owner- is extremely responsive, supportive, energetic and accessible she worked with us to ensure everything was lined up and ready. We also worked with Amanda of Elysian Event Company and Ashland’s coordinator- she was a dream and handled every little set up and tear down detail. Leah and Amanda also took great care to ensure our elderly guests/grandparents were always escorted from mansion to ceremony to reception- even bringing a golf cart right to them. It was very nice to have our parents not have to worry about this. We had a buffet meal and Leah herself served and brought my Grandma’s plate to her seat. My Grandma said she felt like royalty the whole day- and I have to agree- we did too. It was better than we had even envisioned. You truly do become a part of the Ashland family.

trolled and gorgeous! There is a small house for the groom and his men, and a larger, beautifully decorated house for the bride and her maids. Oh, and don’t forget the salon for make-up and hair on the second floor! Really. The perfect choice!

ned with the bride and groom’s day in mind, including a kitchen, balcony and bridal suite for hair and make up and a groomsman den! The buildings share a modern look with reverence towards the local history. Leah and her staff were professional and respectful, eager to make the couple’s day perfect in any way possible. There is a large amount of land and space with multiple locations to hold the ceremony, which allows for a unique experience for every couple. A venue made for generations old and new, it’s worth the look and definitely the book!

ot have been more PERFECT. This venue is one of a kind. The staff at Ashland went above and beyond for our special day. That all aside... the venue speaks for itself when you first step foot on the property. Not only did my Husband and my parents fall in love in the very beginning. Our wedding party and guests were extremely impressed on our day. Coming from the Hair industry, the bridal suite setting with an in-house salon was a stylists dream. The ladies I hired for make up and hair commented on this very feature! The venue and staff helped keep my perfectionist heart at ease during this process. Leah was patient and understanding of everything I threw her way. I already have referred several brides to the Historic Ashland and I will continue to!!! GO CHECK IT OUT!

day before our ceremony and we weren’t able to get married in our original spot. Ashland was quick to recommend a couple different options, inside and out. When I asked if we could get married in front of the barn, there was absolutely zero hesitation. Leah and her father walked us right down to the spot and we re-planned the entire ceremony within 15 minutes. Ashland was always super timely with their responses to all questions we had and always acted in a professional manner. If I could do it all over again I would in a heartbeat and I wouldn’t change a thing about the venue or the crew. Ashland made our wedding day absolutely perfect and a day we will never ever forget.

wnstairs of the beautiful Lodge provided the perfect setting for the Games and Cocktail Hour! We had the ceremony upstairs and it worked perfectly and seeing my daughter’s joyful and beautiful smile as she affirmed her vows with the glow of the fireplace and candles behind her is forever imprinted in my mind! The venue looked stunning! Funny thing is...although we planned to be outside and we were looking forward to using the lovely outdoor space for the games and ceremony, we were not in the least disappointed that it rained! How many Mother of the Brides could say that rain on your daughter’s wedding celebration is no big deal?! We appreciated all the help that Leah, Jeff, and Pat gave us with the set up for the day. They were all awesome! Leah was assessable, competent, knowledgeable, professional, and helpful throughout the planning process. She also was a delight to work with! She helped to bring my daughter’s dream wedding celebration to fruition! I felt relief that we were in good hands and her professionalism gave me confidence that everything would come together smoothly and it did! Historic Ashland was the perfect venue and I highly recommend it!

e has been spared in getting this place ready for spectacular weddings. Leah Nadu was very professional in helping us make this a special day for my son and his new wife. I highly recommend Historic Ashland for your wedding.

one involved was a pleasure to work with. My only regret is that we can't do it all over again!

entionally. The result was SO MUCH FUN, and the lodge was absolutely stunning for everything including the games, ceremony and reception. We planned to be outdoors but the weather didn't cooperate—Leah was quick to offer some backup ideas, and our indoor setting was gorgeous and the experience was seamless despite it not being our original plan! It wasn't even a problem. Leah was personable, accommodating, professional and super easy to work with. She and her staff were on top of everything! Her father even helped us hang some lanterns. We could not have had a more special day. Thank you Leah and the Historic Ashland!

red in getting this place ready for spectacular weddings. Leah Nadu was very professional in helping us make this a special day for my son and his new wife. I highly recommend Historic Ashland for your wedding.

ingness to go the extra mile were greatly appreciated by our entire family. Historic Ashland is top shelf.

r and more. Leah is a dream and has been there 150% for my best friend since day 1 of inquiring. On your wedding day, she is both a trusted friend and the lady who gets things done!! She is always making sure that you're having the wedding you've always imagined. "Our" wedding day would not have been the same without her, or the beautiful venue, Historic Ashland. I will ALWAYS recommend this venue. Thank you again!! (The Wedding mentioned is Emma & Cole - for those searching on other social media platforms about this venue)

bsolute best mix of professionalism mixed with personal attention. The mansion makes you wish you lived there and is stunning, which is matched equally by the gorgeous barn, and the breathtaking acres of land complete with a creek and bridge and sunflower field! I could go on and on but really, brides and grooms, just do yourself a favor and go check it out for yourself! You will be glad you did!

pacious parking, open fields and incredibly BRAND NEW Mansion (the ladies get ready in) you couldn't ask for more. When it comes to a budget friendly DIY style wedding, This place checks off every single box you need to execute a stellar night. We attended as guests here, and I was smitten by its charm and updated make over. This place can not get any better for the price and ability to DIY. Let's talk location, it's in a great spot, very private, easy access off the high way, close to gas stations and ATM incase you need more green paper to tip the Bar tenders. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Extremely convenient! I really wish this venue was around when I got married, good luck finding somewhere that can beat this newly done, comfortable, all in one venue. PS: handicap accessible! ✅

s an absolute Dream to work in! It has everything you could possibly need for your big day and as a stylist I appreciate the thought that went into the space!

the beauty every bride is looking for. With multiple rooms for large parties and guests, you will never feel overwhelmed or crowded. We had SO much fun exploring and hanging out. Every room is perfect for your wedding party pictures. The Lodge has a ground floor level, ideal for "cocktail hour", and the upstairs is stunning! If the wood floors and high ceiling don't make your eyes pop in wonder, the stone fire-place will! There is a huge sunflower field next to the meadow...need I say more?? Also, you will never meet a more friendly & professional staff! A venue can be beautiful, but the owners/staff are what make the venue lovable. Only about 3 miles off of the Wrightsville Exit, the location is very convenient and easy to find. Historic Ashland is the place to get married!!

we got for the day. It made the day so relaxed, intimate, and memorable for all of us. After a stress-free morning, we took a short walk to the breathtaking ceremony site right below the lodge. I loved that it was air-conditioned and easily accessible for the older members that attended. Just truly amazing, I can’t express it enough. It’s not just the venue Leah and her staff had us at the top of their priority all day. So accommodating and helpful with everything, couldn’t thank them enough for what they did. Historical Ashland gets my full approval and all five stars!

ontrol and indeed they did. I especially loved that we had access to the main house all day for the bridal party to get ready, The salon room was an added bonus, the various sitting rooms for very comfortable and cozy. The property was beautiful Way to go Ashland. You have a topnotch wedding venue.

appointment to go see it shortly after. After taking a tour and speaking with Leah, We were completely sold. It’s gorgeous AND I loved that it had an indoor option for the ceremony if it rained. When we met with Leah, she provided us with a preferred vendors list, which was helpful and was very clear about rules, expectations, etc. Leah requires a day of coordinator... trust me, you’ll be glad that she does! It made the day much less stressful! Leah was personable and checked in frequently with my husband and I months/days leading up to the wedding. On the day of the wedding, the weather was very unsettled. Chance of rain was 50-60% at the time of the ceremony. Leah and my day of coordinator did an excellent job setting up chairs indoors AND outdoors so we could make a last minute decision whether to have the ceremony inside or outside. I was bit upset with some things that happened at the reception and realized that management is not as professional as it could be. My main issue was the bouquet toss. This activity was for my guests, not the manager of the venue. After I threw my flowers, I looked back, and Leah was diving into MY GUESTS and ended up with the bouquet. I just would have rather had one of my guests have that opportunity. Then, near the end of the night, a few guys were caught taking shots of alcohol in the parking lot, which is unacceptable and I completely understand why. I will not elaborate, but this situation was not handled properly. Overall, the venue is excellent but management and professionalism could use some work.

The property is absolutely stunning and maintained with the upmost care. Proud to partner with Leah and her venue!

as taken care of, leaving the family and guests to sit back and enjoy the perfect day for a perfect wedding. Thank you, Leah, for all you did to make this wedding as special as it was.

ination and will truly do everything in her power to EXCEED your expectations and give you a better day than you could have imagined. Planning a wedding takes a tremendous amount of work, but Leah makes the whole process seamless down to every detail... things that no one else would think of. As for our big day, everything went wonderfully. The venue boasts a beautiful, bright room full of vanities and a lounge area for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready before the festivities. My (now) husband and I chose to have our ceremony below the lodge in front of the stone backdrop- a decision we made two days before our wedding day. Leah and the staff accompanied us and were able to help us make our ceremony intimate, unique, and extremely special for us without much notice. This left the lodge as a “surprise” for our guests to see, and our guests were stunned when they were escorted up to the landing of the lodge and saw the dazzling stone fireplace beautifully decorated wooden beams illuminated with lights (and it was amazing to dance under these lights at the end of the night). Throughout the evening, my now husband and i captured so many memories on the Ashland property, including on the striking front porch of the mansion, on the balcony, near a natural creek, and the grass expanse. We have received so many compliments on our pictures, and I am in love with them too (although I may be biased)! Overall, I cannot rave enough about my experience at Ashland and what Leah and her staff have done for me. Every bride deserves a PERFECT day, and I definitely had mine!!!!!

event i would request only Leah be there. She is the best thing anout the joint, but personally i would not recommend this venue, my opinion only, to much confusion, and chaos. 12 minutes before you say your vows you should not be told to clean out the mens house and put your personal items on a porch. Again my opinion you may overlook.

a until my mom came across this beautiful venue and talked me into going on a tour. Needless to say, not only did the property itself sell us on picking this venue, the manager Leah was fantastic. Leah was very professional and resourceful when we inquired about other vendors for our wedding since we just moved to the area. She was very quick to offer us suggestions and refer us to vendors she has worked with before, which was a huge help. The amount of effort put in to the renovation of this property not only shows incredible elegance, but also hard-work and dedication. Leah is very responsive with her emails, and appears to genuinely care about the satisfaction of her clients. I know we will have a wonderful experience working with Leah and I can’t contain my excitement!

sform over the last year. We can’t wait to be wed on September, 22nd of this year!!!

e everything it had to offer from the mansion for the bridal party (it includes so much!!), the cottage for the boys, the gorgeous 2 story lodge, and specious beautiful grounds. I fell in love and I cannot wait to experience it the day of! Not only that, but Leah herself is amazing. So enthusiastic about getting to know you and your tastes! Se excited!!

for. The moment I saw Historic Ashland, I just knew it was the one. I never thought a building could make me feel the way Ashland did. I cried the moment we stepped inside, and my Fiancé kindly rolled his eyes at me, and reminded me that we were “only in the foyer”. It took my breath away and I hadn’t even seen anything yet! It’s a place that gives you a classic, elegant, timeless feeling that we really wanted from our venue. A place that said so much on its own, that we wouldn’t need to bring too much into the place if we didn’t want to, and it would still be breathtaking. That’s Ashland. But the best surprise of all is the general manager, Leah. When planning your special day, you want people who see your vision and whole heartedly want to create it with you. Leah is an amazing person who is straight forward, transparent and an absolute gem to work with! From helping my vision come true, to helping me book my caterer, and also making sure no vender took advantage of us; Leah is probably one of the best things about Historic Ashland. She has put in so many things that most venues don’t think about. Beautiful bridal and groom suits, large windows for natural light, multiple options for ceremonies, a salon, a kitchen for the wedding party, and so much more! Please, for your own sake, consider Historic Ashland for your wedding needs!

tone features and were especially thrilled to find climate controlled options for our November wedding. Leah has been incredibly responsive and honest from the beginning and we look forward to continuing to work with her. Although new to the wedding business Leah and Historic Ashland have seemingly thought of everything- and we are confident that the final product will deliver. Our favorite features include the porches and stone and brick\woodwork. It is so gorgeous as is already that we won't need to do much/any decorating. Leah has a list of vendors for suggestions but we also loved the flexibility of being able to choose your own- even caterers! After visiting we didn't see the need to continue our search and are looking forward to our day!

I felt comfortable and knew I was being listened to during our sit-down conversation and tour. There are many things I love about History Ashland, but what first comes to mind is the rain backup location and Bridal quarters, both of which are important to my fiancé and I for our special day; not to mention the aesthetics, inside and out, of the mansion, cottage, and ‘lodge/barn’ -which does not look or feel like a typical barn venue. I could go on, but needless to say, I left my tour with more excitement than I’d had at any other venue, hands down, and I knew I’d found the spot for our special day. My fiancé knew when he heard my voice that this was our place, he felt my happiness. We went back the next day and booked with Leah. Although the venue is not completely finished, we are placing our faith in Leah and her family to help make our very special day one we will never forget. Thank you, so much, Leah for everything you’ve already done, and everything you will continue to do for us. Cheers to our Fall 2018 Wedding!

st day of our lives. The first time we visited the lodge, it was still covered in sawdust, but I couldn't get Leah and her families' vision out of my mind. They made it everything they said it would be and more! Leah answered any silly questions I had throughout my 11 months of planning. She let my husband and I visit the venue whenever we needed to get a vision of something quickly. She even let me and my family walk around a few days before just to gather some final thoughts while she did some work in the office. Our guests had a wonderful time and continuously talk about how perfect the venue was! If I had to do it all over again, I would choose Historic Ashland as my wedding venue!

year old holding the original house, mansion, and one of the barns which is now the reception area. The reception area was what sold my fiance and father from the minute that they walked in. Besides the beautiful reception venue and the bridal accomodations, working with Leah was another main reason we decided to go with this place. The amount of work that she has already put into Historic Ashland is out of this world, and there are so many more things to come. She is extremely easy to work with and wants the absolute best for you on your wedding day, which was above and beyond what we were getting from the other venues that we toured. My family, in-laws, and fiance could not be more pleased with the service that Leah has provided and the opportunity to get married at such a breath-taking location.

oanna Gaines inspired" mansion and all that the property had to offer! I am so thrilled, as the bride, to have a stunning area to get ready in with my girls right on the property and the same for my groom! Leah and her family are truly the best to work with and are extremely reliable and prompt to return to any questions about details or concerns. We fell in love with Historic Ashland...it is a classy, elegant, and magical venue!!!

ype of event, from personal and intimate to large-scale formal. The grounds provide many choices for an outdoor ceremony. The mansion is lovingly restored and is focused on the bride and bridal party while the original cabin is perfect for the groom and his groomsmen. The three story barn is pure heaven! It's the perfect venue for any style of event, from rustic to posh and elegant. Leah is simply a dream and it's evident that she and her family are focused on providing the fairy tale event that every bride and groom dream of. The barn has every amenity needed for catering , sound, and inclement weather. Leah and her family have thought of every detail and we are blessed to have found this paradise in our own backyard.

We couldn't be more happy with our decision

irls got ready, is absolutely perfect (with the salon stations, kitchen, changing rooms, and various sitting areas). We ended up having our ceremony inside, because of weather, and it worked out great. The staff was accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue...you won't be disappointed.