A Taste of Your Future
Leslie Eyster
DIRECTOR OF CATERING
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AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Leesburg, VA, The Lansdowne Resort and Spa is a luxury hotel resort that caters to weddings. Nestled on a 500-acre site of majestic rolling hills, this venue is situated only 30 miles from Washington, DC. Couples who wed here will experience nature's tranquility and easy access to the nation's capital.
The area of Leesburg has a rich and colorful history, with 21 registered historical markers on the National Register of Historic Places. Close to heritage sites such as Aldie Mill Historic Park, couples and guests can explore the area's past. As a state known for wine production, Leesburg also boasts a range of local wineries where couples can enjoy delicious tastings paired with stunning views.
The Lansdowne Resort and Spa offers an atmosphere that combines romance and nature. Couples can choose from three on-site spaces, each with its own connection to the surrounding landscape. They can exchange vows on the spacious outdoor terrace, or if an indoor ceremony is preferred, both of the elegant ballrooms offer enchanting scenic views. With three golf courses on the grounds and views of the Potomac River Valley, couples will have an array of picturesque backdrops for wedding pictures.
This resort accommodates all ceremony types, including religious and non-religious events, and can accommodate upwards of 300 guests. As well as hosting the ceremony and reception, couples can also hold their rehearsal dinner here. Couples can bring along four guests to avail themselves of a menu tasting before the big day. For the reception, the team will work to create an elegant and romantic atmosphere. They will take care of the room's setup, dance floor, and stage.
They can also provide items such as linens and votive candles. The resort understands how much work is included in wedding planning and offers a list of preferred vendors. This is composed of services such as photographers, videographers, officiants, event planners, music, decorations, and flowers. After the wedding, the couple will be able to relax in the luxurious resort accommodation, accompanied by champagne and strawberries for a private toast. They will also be treated to a one-night stay in the resort on their first wedding anniversary.
What You'll Love About Lansdowne Resort and Spa
Couples have found that the staff gave them everything they asked for and more. They also appreciated how the team was responsive and helpful throughout the planning process. Check out the review section for more information.
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Starting prices
Reception
$1,000
Reception
$1,000
Ceremony
$1,500
Bar services
$57 per person
Catering
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- Couples usually spend $22,950
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom
Country Club
Garden
Hotel
Restaurant
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
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Meet the team
Leslie Eyster
Director of Catering
Leslie is one of our favorite wedding managers at Lansdowne Resort and Spa! Leslie's passion is getting to know each and every couple to understand their vision and bringing it to life on their wedding day! Her expertise ranges from planning wedding ceremonies and receptions to social events such as rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and more. Her favorite part about this unique location aside from creating magical weddings, is the convenience for the guests to have fun at the resort with golf, spa, pools, hiking and biking among many others or going to nearby wineries and breweries.
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4.7
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Benjamin P
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5.0
7/03/2022
We’re so happy we chose Lansdowne as the venue for our wedding. We planned for up to 200 guests and Lansdowne was able to accommodate with no problem. Our venue was the clubhouse ballroom and it was beautiful. Special thanks go to Laura Angelucci, our event coordinator, who was always quick to answer our questions, respond to our emails, and make everything run as smoothly and easily as possible. The food at Lansdowne was great, the scenery was beautiful, the staff were friendly and helpful, and all of our guests had a great time.
Kelly C
5.0
11/12/2019
We used Lansdowne Resort and Spa for wedding accommodations and it was perfect! The team was super responsive and very helpful throughout the planning process and I couldn't recommend them enough. While we had some mishaps with our room block, the Lansdowne team did their best to assist us with the situation and provided us a few options that we could consider. Come the day of, we have no regrets on choosing this beautiful hotel for us and our wedding guests. The Lansdowne team even surprised us with some champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, which we were pleasantly surprised by upon returning to our room the night of our wedding. Everything came together great and I'd definitely recommend checking them out!
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Praveen K
3.0
8/21/2019
We had our daughter's wedding ceremony and reception at Lansdowne in July 2019. We found it to be an expensive place but value, particularly service and responsiveness, were average at best. At the first tasting, food samples were mediocre which made us seek a second tasting. At the reception, they forgot to serve salads on the tables and made a refund for their mistake later, after much back and forth. We were also surprised that the water service included with the ceremony meant just that. We were charged $93 (incl. service charge) per gallon for fresh lemonade/infused water. Our overall impression was that the service and responsiveness were generally impersonal, slow, and corporate-type. Not recommended for weddings.
MARILYN P
5.0
8/03/2019
We chose Lansdowne as our center point for all of our guest accommodations as well as our 75 person rehearsal dinner (that was like a mini-wedding). We experienced the best of everything that Lansdowne has to offer! We had an exceptional spa and golfing experience. We LOVED Coton and Rye and utilized the bar all three nights we were there including an incredible after party! We had 80 rooms and three suites and they were all exceptional. From the views, to housekeeping, to the front desk to the bellman and every single person we interacted with we had the best experience. The rehearsal dinner with a great bar and exceptional food was a highlight of the weekend. The service was outstanding and they cared for every need. Golf, the pro shop and the restaurant off the bar - just were terrific. The catering/banquet team accommodated every need we had and we figured out things when we made a few odd requests. We can't say enough positive things about our entire three day experience at Lansdowne, except we are sorry it is over! We will look forward to just experiencing the resort on weekends in the future because it just an exceptional place to be! We did not do our wedding here, but it was somewhere we were considering and everything else we did here made it a perfect wedding weekend! Thanks to the Lansdowne team for being exceptional in every facet of the resort. Take the spin class -we had a blast with 12 of us in the class!
Kyle F
5.0
1/08/2019
The Lansdowne team hosted an enjoyable evening for our rehearsal dinner. The team was flexible throughout the planning process and provided us all the information we needed to make decisions about food and seating. The team was able to accommodate a variety of dietary restrictions and the setting was able to accommodate our large group. Dinner was delicious and the wait staff was friendly and unobtrusive throughout the night.
Michael R
5.0
10/17/2018
Everything was amazing.
Lauren M
5.0
12/19/2017
We were so happy with our choice! Leslie was an amazing wedding coordinator who always responded in a timely manner and made sure every detail was taken care of. Their pastry chef made our cake and it was absolutely beautiful! We were shocked by the talent of their team.
rimas f
5.0
6/29/2017
A wedding full of traditions and culture, full of friends, colleagues and family requires lots of space and a coordinating team taking charge! RIMAS FILMS recently had an amazing opportunity to film a beautiful Asian wedding at the spectacular Lansdowne Resort and Spa. The wedding lasted from early morning till late in the night and it was nothing short of success! Lansdowne Resort and Spa provided not only the perfect space for the wedding, but helped to take care every last minute preparation and risen problems! And the wedding video turned out to be spectacular and unique, as it had wonderful background views provided by the wedding venue!
Make no mistake, Lansdowne Resort and Spa is the best choice for your wedding in the area!
If you would like to see the video:
https://www.facebook.com/rimasfilms/videos/447262265618039/
Jay G
1.0
2/05/2017
We called this venue 5 times, each time told we would receive a call back/email. Its been 1 month and no call back... imagine what service we would have gotten if we signed a contract. We were expecting a 300 person all day wedding, your lack of customer service cost you a valuable customer.
Vendor response 02/06/2017
Thank you for your review and letting us know your experience while trying to contact us. ...
We will share your comments with our team as it is essential that we focus on our guests to ensure complete satisfaction from the sales process through the execution of our events. We apologize for the inconvenience and sincerely hope that we have the opportunity to host you for another event or stay at the resort in the future. Again thank you very much for providing us your comments.
Nat G
5.0
1/20/2017
What a perfect wedding venue! We had our ceremony and reception at Lansdowne last fall and couldn't have been happier with the whole experience. It was a pleasure to work with Lansdowne's staff, who made sure we had every option available to us throughout the planning process, and were incredibly organized and professional. The entire wedding was beautifully done and very well run. Our guests were treated fantastically throughout our weekend and all had a great time. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Margaret F
5.0
11/06/2016
My husband and I were married at Lansdowne on 10/29/2016 and cannot imagine a more perfect place to host our entire wedding weekend. From the rehearsal dinner to the Sunday farewell brunch and everything in between, Lansdowne was so welcoming to all of our guests and truly provided exceptional service. From our first meeting with Erica Schlatter a year ago to begin planning our wedding, Lansdowne's staff has been so accommodating, communicative, and immeasurably helpful in making sure no detail was left unattended to. The food, the guest rooms, the event spaces, the gorgeous golf grounds, you name it- they know how to host beautiful weddings, and I cannot recommend them or their services enough. They also have a fantastic spa and salon on site, and Brenda and her team there made my entire bridal party look and feel so fabulous for the big day. Lansdowne, you really do have it all, so thank you for making our wedding so unforgettably wonderful!
Meghan G
5.0
10/23/2015
Leslie was amazing to work with! I had my rehearsal dinner and reception here. Leslie made sure that the planning and day of wedding was stress free. I could not have asked for a more perfect venue and team to work with! This group of people made my wedding exceed my expectations. I would highly recommend using them!
Knottie52392366
5.0
10/30/2014
the resort and christina were the best. she worked very had to make our special day the best.
Monica K
5.0
10/19/2014
Landsdowne was absolutely a beautiful venue for a wedding and reception. Our ceremony was on the Potomac terrace with a gorgeous backdrop of the golf course, Potomac River and mountains. The Clubhouse ballroom was great because it was separate from the main hotel. It was a perfect size for a 110 people reception and having the terrace in the back provided guest with options to be outside also. The food was fantastic (the tasting was one of the best parts about planning our wedding here)
We loved working with Christina Gibson who helped us with our menu and customized our reception to fit our budget. Christina’s quick responses to emails, timeliness, professionalism and easy going personality made the planning stages and end results for our wedding day perfect. Christina worked well with our wedding coordinator and was present at our ceremony and reception.
Thanks to all staff that assisted in making our day memorable.
baanurse
5.0
7/26/2014
If you are looking for a perfect location for your wedding reception, Lansdowne is it! As the mother of the bride, I couldn't have been more pleased with how everything came together on the wedding day.
Nicole in reservations and Leslie, the catering manager, were fabulous to work with! They are very much on top of everything and are very prompt in returning messages.
We used the ballroom and selected the Gold package for the buffet. The food was excellent and our guests were overwhelmed with the selections and taste.
Our daughter was married in a nearby church, so we didn't use their facilities for the actual ceremony, although there are several beautiful options there.
Having the ability for the guests to leave the reception and go straight up to their rooms was a definite plus. The rooms can be pricey, but you can get Nicole and the resort manager to give you a reasonable price if you ask them to work with you.
You won't be disappointed if you chose Lansdowne for your venue. From start to finish it was a positive experience and definitely a 5+ star rating!
Angela
5.0
7/13/2014
After having been a guest attending a wedding at Lansdowne Resort, I immediately wanted to consider it for my venue after getting engaged. My fiance and parents immediately fell in love with the grounds, as well as the friendly and accommodating staff. Now that I have been both a bride and a guest at Lansdowne it is very clear to me that this is truly wonderful place to get married. The grounds are beautiful and offer such a variety of amenities for out of town guests who chose to stay at the resort. My wedding coordinator (every couple is assigned one) Christina was amazing throughout my entire planning processes as well as on the day of my actual ceremony. The various locations for ceremony and reception sites are all equally beautiful. The food is fabulous, and my wedding cake was not only beautiful, but also moist and delicious. The staff were so friendly to not only my bridal party, but to all of my guests. I had such a wonderful experience, and nothing made my fiance and I happier than hearing our guests comment over and over again about how fabulous our venue was.
Tara B
5.0
10/09/2013
My wedding was absolutely amazing. I am so glad we went with Lansdowne Resort. Everything went perfectly. The venue was beautiful, the accommodations were wonderful, our guests had a blast, and of course we had the wedding of a lifetime and it was better than we ever dreamed! Renee Russell was our wedding coordinator. She is professional and reliable. I am very thankful for her services. She took so much burden and stress off of me leading up to the wedding, and she helped make sure our day went flawlessly. I am one happy bride. Thank you Renee and thank you Lansdowne!
JohnGMoore
5.0
10/09/2013
Beginning with Christina Gibson, our Lansdowne Resort wedding coordinator, and ending with the wait-staff our wedding was almost perfect. Prior to signing the contract, Christina walked us thru the venues for the ceremony, the reception, and the dinner; she scheduled a food and wine tasting; and she went over the cost and payment schedule to make sure all of our needs were fully met. Christina made us both feel as if she was working for us (not just with us). During the planning phase (and even during the rehearsal), she made several recommendations that made the event run smoothly. Christina and the Lansdowne Team made our special day truly special.
LeShawndra P
5.0
10/04/2013
Lansdowne was an amazing place to have my wedding. Everything was absolutely perfect!!! Renee worked with my wedding planner and everything was seamless. From the moment I selected Lansdowne as my venue, the Lansdowne team worked to make my dream wedding come true...and IT DID!!! The food was fantastic! The space was beautiful! The staff was attentive! Everything was absolutely wonderful! I heartily recommend Lansdowne as the perfect wedding venue.
Loren B
5.0
10/04/2013
The first time Dan and I visited Lansdowne Resort, we knew it would be perfect for our wedding venue right from the beginning! How could you not fall in love with it? The landscape views provide a beautiful setting for a wedding and the Hearth restaurant we saw had floor to ceiling windows that brings lots of sun inside the space. As a designer, this is definitely a plus!
Despite loving the place, we weren't sure we could afford it due to our set budget. We realized this was not going to be a problem because Lindsay Forseth, the venue catering manager, helped us work through our menu and stay within budget. She was not only absolutely helpful but also very nice and welcoming. We truly loved working with her because of her professionalism and easy going personality. Also, she worked well with our Wedding Day Coordinator, Jennifer Smith from Elegantly Chic's Events. Additionally, she went beyond her duties at times to ensure our day went smoothly and stress free for us! Everything turned out beyond our expectations.
Lansdowne Resort was absolutely a great choice we made and we definitely recommend it for future brides and grooms!
Sara G
5.0
10/03/2013
Lansdowne was the most amazing place to get married!! We were married in the winter and it was a night we will never forget. The staff was amazing and so helpful. My wedding planner Lindsay Forseth captured everything I could have wanted into this night. We have been back every year on our anniversary to stay at this wonderful resort! Thank you to everyone who helped make our night so magical!
Krissy S
5.0
10/03/2013
We had our wedding at Lansdowne Resort this past June and we had an incredible experience. I worked with Renee and she was easy and accommodating to work with throughout the entire process. The day of, everything went so smoothly and I didn't have to worry about a thing. The venue is gorgeous and I loved having the reception in the beautiful stone Clubhouse. I could not have had a better experience and I would do it all over again (wish I could, in fact!!) :)
jayleer1
5.0
10/03/2013
Renee was our wedding go to person. We've visited numerous locations and what locks the deal was how attentive and patient she was. She was very willing to work with us and was by our side each step of the way (we didn't have a planner). Everyone had a great time and I had nothing but great things to say about her. Great job and keep up the great work Renee!!!
Lauren M
5.0
10/03/2013
My husband and I were planning to use another venue for our wedding, however they kept bringing up all these hidden fees and telling us we couldn't have our wedding there unless we paid for other things like furniture from them, longer catering hours, etc. Anyway, we decided to switch venues a little less than 2 months before our wedding to Lansdowne Resort. Luckily, they had an opening on our day since we had already sent out our invitations. From that point on, the wedding planning was stress free. They took care of EVERYTHING. We made our own favors and a family member helped with the small details but everything else was handled completely by Lansdowne and their wonderful staff. The food was incredible and everyone of our guests had a great time. Oh, and we got a free room for the night, which was so luxurious we had trouble leaving. :) All in all, I would most definitely recommend this venue to any brides looking for an amazing wedding.
a member
5.0
7/23/2013
Lansdowne turned out to be the perfect choice for us for a few reasons. One, we had a lot of guests from out of town, so having a location with a hotel was really helpful, and there were plenty of less expensive options nearby for those who couldn't or didn't want to pay the $189 a night cost (which I think was higher than normal because it was a holiday weekend in July... we were told it was closer to $150 when we were thinking of having the wedding in August). The people who did the room block weren't always the most responsive, but overall, that experience was fine.
Two, the ceremony setting - the terrace - was incredible. It was a hot day, but it was absolutely beautiful and breezy, and the terrace was almost completely shaded by our 6pm ceremony, so while it wasn't as comfortable as it would have been if it was 70 degrees, it was actually quite nice. The flowers and mountain views were so nice as a backdrop that we only had minimal decor up there (you could do it... that just wasn't a priority for us).
The reception was in the Clubhouse ballroom, which was beautiful and not too "ballroom-y", which we were trying to avoid. It was the perfect size for our 100 person, 12 table reception, and having the terrace in the back was a nice touch.
And finally, we were never interested in doing a ton of planning and organizing with 50 different vendors, so the package at Lansdowne is perfect in that nearly everything, including our awesome coordinator, Steve, comes with it from the food to the drinks to our room that night. The cost was very reasonable for everything the package included, especially because they were extremely flexible with our food choices and even how we spent the money.
We also got lots of compliments on the service during the dinner. I didn't personally notice how it was for others, but they went out of their way to make sure my husband and I were taken care of!
Sabrina O
5.0
6/28/2013
Loved using Lansdowne. Great service and great people. Beautiful! They did everything from planning, to catering, and even the wedding cake. Everything was delicious!
Natalie C
5.0
6/07/2013
Lansdowne Resort is THE best place to have your wedding in Northern Virginia. The location is absolutely stunning, the staff is incredible and friendly and the catering is fabulous.
Renee Russell worked with us from the very beginning to the day of to make our day unforgettable. Through emails, phone calls and in person meetings, she helped us organize our day and took care of our vendors. She was always around to answer all my questions and to give suggestions. We didn't hire a planner, Renee took care of all the day of planning splendidly. She made everything go off without a hitch, even when the weather changed our plans. Thanks Renee!
Lansdowne practically takes care of your every need and will work with you from the very beginning with their vendor lists and recommendations. They were our venue for ceremony and reception, took care of our catering; even our dessert, and Renee was our organizer throughout and for the day of; keeping everything on track and taking care of all our rental needs.
The day of, their staff was fantastic, Renee and Millie took care of us and were so delightful. You can tell they do this all the time and know exactly what they're doing. I don't think anything could surprise them or throw them off! The white glove service is a nice touch, too. Lansdowne includes several perks to their wedding package like a food tasting before the wedding (that was a treat), a round of free golf and a spa gift certificate to mention a few.
We couldn't be happier with the whole team at Lansdowne and the year leading up to the wedding. Thank you all for making our day so special!
Jenna L
5.0
5/22/2013
Before my husband and I even got engaged, he told me that he wanted to get married at Lansdowne. What a great choice! We got married on the outdoor terrace, which was beautiful in its own right. Directly following the ceremony, while our guests enjoyed cocktail hour and we took pictures, our event staff brought us hors d'oeuvres and drinks, which I thought was very nice. Our reception was in the grand ballroom - we had Salon A & B with 130 people, and I thought it was the perfect amount of space.
Lindsay Forseth was our coordinator up until the day of our event, and she was amazing to work with. She was very responsive, helped us with any questions that we had and was very nice and professional. Our day-of coordinator was Christina, and she did an awesome job. I was a little worried, since we had switched from Lindsay to Christina, but there was no reason for that! Christina made sure everything was set up perfectly, made sure we always had what we needed during the reception, and kept things on track. They both did a great job and I would absolutely recommend Lansdowne - not just because it's a beautiful venue, but because the service and attention there is fantastic.
Shannon F
5.0
10/28/2012
My fiance and I were really looking for a location that did a lot-we weren't interested in managing tons of vendors and were looking for something that was also not crazy on the budget. Originally we were a bit uncertain at the sticker price per person, but in doing our research with other places in the area, all the added costs ended up being a ton more than Lansdowne! We were REALLY pleased with our experience. Lindsay was great to work with and while there were 4 weddings there the weekend of my wedding, they made me feel like I was the only bride in the world. Our ceremony was outside and it was beautiful! We had minimal decorations, but the view and greenery was all you really need. Reception was in the golf club house and it was really pretty. Many of our guests have commented that the food was the best wedding food they'd ever had and the portions were huge! We upgraded the bar and our guests loved that and all the food. I LOVED that during the cocktail hour, while we were taking pictures, we had our appetizers delivered to us as well as our own mini bar/bartender so that the bridal party didn't miss out too much! The staff (minus the bartender-see below) were SUPER friendly and helpful.
Only had a few minor issues: a few times in the year leading up to the wedding, my mom would provide updated credit card info and it didn't make it's way to the billing department so when it was time for the next payment, she'd get a call about it. I also heard from guests that our bartender wasn't very friendly, but my husband and I never really interacted with her, so I don't have much details from that. Lansdowne also provides 1st anniversary vouchers (which is awesome!) but it had the wrong name written down for my husband. All minor and wouldn't keep me from recommending others to Lansdowne.
Leona W
5.0
9/09/2012
First, Lindsay Forseth was our wedding coordinator at Lansdowne, and she was so sweet and wonderful to work with, answered our many questions, and was really great at making our wedding day more than amazing. Everyone LOVED the food, we served Lobster Tail and Filet Mignon, and people raved. We were scared that the lobster tail wouldn't turn out as nice as it did at our tasting, but they showed us. For our wedding that had approximately 230 people, Lansdowne was hands down everything I could ask for. We kept all of our guest for the many wedding festivities all at Lansdowne, and it was AWESOME. The Ceremony, the Cocktail Hour, Reception. And a lot of people made it to the Bar after (I apparently passed out!). And the next morning, we hosted an exceptional breakfast. It has been five months or so, and people still tell us how amazing the wedding was (some have even said "Best Wedding Ever" and how good the food was, which is every Brides dream to hear! Highly Recommended if you want your wedding to that special!
Kimberly B
5.0
6/18/2012
I was married at Lansdowne Resort on May 12, 2012. We had our ceremony outside at "On the Potomac" Terracem and our reception was in the Golf Clubhouse. Everyting about the day, from start to finish was PERFECT. The groundskeeping and scenery at Lansdowne is gorgeous -- I cannot wait to see how it all came out in our pictures! The hotel rooms are beautiful, and the Bridal Suite was perfect for myself and my bridal party to get ready. The food was delicious -- everyone raved about the meals, from cocktail hour to dessert -- and the staff was all very courteous and responsive. Thanks to Lansdowne, my wedding day was everything I dreamed it could and would be!!
Vendor response 06/20/2012
Thank you so much for the very kind words. The entire team at Lansdowne Resort puts alot ...
of pride into creating magical moments. We really enjoyed hosting you and your families for the special weekend.
We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you back on your one year anniversary.
Michael Snapkoski
Director of Sales and Marketing
Dominique C
5.0
7/19/2011
Lansdowne was hands-down the best option for what I was looking for. I wanted a beautiful outdoor ceremony space, my mother required a reception on-site with AC, and we also wanted a suitable inclement weather back-up ceremony location -- Lansdowne had all 3! While the cost of Lansdowne may deter you, it is competitive considering all the outside vendors you'd need to find if you had a wedding elsewhere. The Lansdowne package includes everything except florist, photographers, and music (DJ/band/etc). Your point of contact is one of the two catering managers who are with you the entirety of your wedding planning as well as the whole day of the event -- basically a wedding coordinator built into the package! I was very pleased.
Gillian B
4.0
7/11/2011
We had a great experience at the Lansdowne. The Clubhouse ballroom was beautiful and the food was great. The family enjoyed breakfasts in the hotel, walking around the grounds, and the pool all weekend. My only complaint was that it was expensive, and different aspects (gratuity already added for food and the resort fee for the rooms) seemed like extra costs that at the time were unexpected. But, in the end we had a wonderful wedding weekend.
Lindsay Forseth was our day-of coordinator and did a great job. Everything went off beautifully. Also they were flexible enough to to add 5 extra guests last minute and start the cocktail hour 30 minutes early (our ceremony was shorter than we originally estimated).
Michael B
5.0
5/05/2011
We chose Lansdowne resort b/c it was close to us and it was simply a beautiful resort. They provide a wedding coordinator (ours was Lindsay) who was great. For our rehersal dinner, we were able to rent out a room in the golf clubhouse, and the food was PERFECT, service was TREMENDOUS, staff was great. We had the wedding in our church, so we only had the reception there, but everything turned out great.
Cydnee R
4.0
12/02/2010
Though this beautiful resort is only 25 minutes away from my parents' home in Great Falls, I had never even heard of it until I asked them for suggestions for reception venues. My husband and I live in NYC, and with 95% of his guests coming form overseas, it was important for us to choose a place where our families could make themselves at home for a few days - and they did just that!
Our families began arriving the Tuesday before our Saturday wedding, and immediately made themselves at home in the Stonewall Tavern, which, thanks to the Wiis, pool tables, and dart boards, was an excellent headquarters. You could always find someone in the Stonewall! Also crucial was the full breakfast buffet included in the daily room rate, which everyone enjoyed and used as another opportunity to come together.
Lansdowne's three golf courses were also a huge draw for both of our families, and my husband hosted a golf tournament on the Friday before the wedding for the men, while ladies enjoyed a tour at a local vineyard.
Lansdowne's facilites were overall wonderful - the common areas were beautiful and modern, Spa Minerale was a fantastic retreat, and family members of all ages spent a great deal of time in the aquatics centers. My only complaint would be that the guest rooms, while clean, comfortable and inviting at first glance, were missing modern upgrades that even common hotel chains feature. Lansdowne, you need flat screens!
As for service, I do not have one complaint to put forth regarding Lansdowne's staff. By the end of the week the staff at Stonewall knew every detail about our family! Our catering manager, Lyndsey Forseth, could surely plan a state dinner without breaking a sweat. She had an answer for every concern, big or small, and was so great in helping to finalize our menu, including suggesting the most amazing dessert I ever ate in my life (I wanted to hide under the table with it!) and promising me the bakers could deliver my dream cake - which they did, 5 layers of forest tree delight! When Lyndsey hosted our tasting, it was so remarkable I would have sworn there was no way it could be replicated for 160 guests, but every single guest commented how they'd never had better food at a wedding.
We felt so at home at Lansdowne for the duration of our stay. Definitely indulge in a hot stone massage at Spa Minerale, and don't forget to pick up a smores kit from the front desk and spend some time enjoying the bonfire overlooking the golf course!
Elisha P
3.0
12/01/2010
Unfortunately we did not have a great planning experience with Lansdowne. If my husband had not attended a work conference at the resort, we would have demanded our money back and found a different venue. Because of his previous experience, we were positive the day of the event would be amazing and stuck to it even though it was miserable at times. However, if I were to do it again, I would have probably asked for a different catering manager earlier on or just walked away.
We were sold on Lansdowne when we realized we would have the same manager throughout our whole event and even the day of the wedding. Unfortunately she quit two weeks before our wedding and we were handed off to a different manager, Leslie. Ironically if we had had Leslie for the whole planning process, we are confident it would have been a better experience.
Leslie was great for the short time we had her as our manager. I would highly recommend asking for her if you plan on going to see the resort. She helped make our rehearsal dinner and wedding day amazing! Our pictures came out fantastic. The grounds are beautiful!
We got married on the Pavilion Terrace (not the Bridal Terrace) because it was already occupied, but I actually liked our location better. Our cocktail hour was on the ballroom terrace and our reception was in the ballroom because we were too big for the clubhouse. The staff was great! Everyone RAVED about the food!
I would recommend Lansdowne Resort as a wedding venue. Just make sure you enjoy working with your manager and enjoy the experience. I unfortunately did not enjoy my planning process, but the day of our wedding went off without a hitch!
Carol P
5.0
11/11/2010
Lansdowne really was the best place for what we were looking for. It was the nicest place we saw, and they really think of everything to give you. Lindsey Forseth was amazing as a planner. Book Lansdowne and you will not be sorry.
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