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hout any pressure. She even worked with our extremely busy schedules so that we could make sure to fit in tastings and visits at the castle. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, the Maitre D' (Ralph) was AMAZING. He answered almost all of our questions during our "details meeting" even before we asked them, and was so helpful over e-mail, even when we sent him neurotic silly questions in the middle of the night. He worked with our wedding coordinator, DJ, photographer, and videographer so well on our wedding day that we didn't need to focus on logistics at all and could strictly enjoy our friends and family. Of course, the location and venue are absolutely gorgeous; the people just made it even better! We look forward to going back for a visit sometime soon!

em for almost 16 months (because I knew I wanted to celebrate our wedding here from before I was engaged!) They always responded immediately to our emails, whether they were really critical parts of the day like menu choices or just some minor questions, like what the table dimensions were. They always, always took the time to listen to what we wanted or what we were hoping for during our big day. When it got closer, we figured out the timeline for the day and they worked so well with us in figuring out how to mesh timelines between the other vendors too, like the DJ and photographers. But all of that could not prepare me and my expectations for day of the wedding. It went so, so smoothly. Ralph was there every step of the way, as was Rosa and the other wonderful staff members. They both helped us and took care of our guests so, so well. Brides and grooms typically don't get to eat too much what with walking around and dancing and such, but they made sure we had all the staples during cocktail hour in between pictures and gave us an assortment of everything during dessert! The whole staff is phenomenal really -- my guests said they never felt they were forgotten, and that the food was delicious!! After the party ended the staff had everything packed so carefully. I can't thank them all enough really. I already miss the venue, and can't wait to go back for dinner when the restaurant opens up again in the spring. Thank you for everything, Whitby Castle!

modating, and professional. We had a lot of moving parts for our wedding (a secret bagpiper and horse and carriage, a surprise dress change where a first look was done for the groom, etc.) and Ralph, the maitre d’ made sure everything went off without hitch! He was so awesome and made us feel totally relaxed and taken care of on our big day. Him and Megan, the bridal attendant also made sure to grab a sample of ALL of the food at the cocktail hour for my husband and I time enjoy privately after we took our portraits together. This was such a pleasant surprise. Megan was also so friendly and made sure I had whatever I needed all night long. Thank you again! The food and cake was also awesome, my family commented on how they appreciated that the serving staff wore white gloves and served the entire table at the same time. Some weddings serve the chicken, fish, and beef separately and it’s awkward for the guests who don’t have their food yet. They served the whole table at once and it did not go unnoticed! Very classy. We also had our rehearsal dinner at Whitby castle the day before which was super convenient and so nice. The food was great and Ralph was able to meet us to do an actual rehearsal which was perfect (we did an early rehearsal at 1:00 in the afternoon so it didn’t interfere with the wedding that evening). Overall, I highly recommend having Whitby castle as your wedding venue or for any other event! It was beautiful and just so enjoyable working with the staff here. My guests are still talking about how amazing the grounds were and how much fun they had. Thank you again to everyone at Whitby castle for the best night ever!

g up to the wedding. She has since moved back to Florida but know that she will continue being great for the Lessings Company. Ralph was our Maitre D and, honestly, couldn't be a nicer guy. Right from the time we met him straight through to the wedding day he was phenomenal. Our transportation was late getting our guests to venue which delayed our start and he kept it calm, cool and collected. He got us back on track throughout the night and made sure we were stress-free to enjoy our wedding day. We would recommend Whitby and Ralph to anyone planning their wedding day!

esitate to book Whitby Castle for our wedding!

hey ever had! The food and cake were amazing!

tby Castle was JUST what I was looking for. The staff was amazing and always so helpful, whether we had a question or wanted to come by and see something. Niki, Courtney, and Ralph went above and beyond to coordinate our wedding day and everything ran so smoothly. The servers were extremely professional and polite. We can’t thank Whitby Castle enough for making our Happily Ever After come true :)

ood was to die for - since our wedding we have gotten a lot of feedback about how remarkable the food was, everyone says it felt like 5 star restaurant food rather than wedding food - You get a lot for your money, we were narrowed down to three venues, Whitby was about 10$ more a person, however it was worth it. The cocktail hour and what is included is like an entire meal in addition to the meal. - Service is amazing, every staff member is knowledgable on what to do, they are respectful and timely - Timing - our entire wedding 200+ people were all served within a 25 minute period, majority were served within 15 minutes. They can whip up seriously good food within short amount of time - Ceremony option - inside/outside up to the last minute. We ended up having the hottest day of the summer 100+ degrees and we ended up moving the ceremony inside. It was well air conditioned and everyone was comfortable. This was ultimately our biggest deciding factor, so many venues their rain plan included a tent rental and it is not something we were looking to do. Thank goodness we had Whitby's indoor option available, guests were very thankful. And the inside is just as pretty as the outside -You receive a bridal attendant who sets up all your decor and makes sure you have drinks/food the whole night. Rosa was a rockstar! - Planning - they are very organized with the planning and money leading up to the big day. They reached out to check in and assure that we were following the timeline. They were also great at answering my five million questions throughout the year leading up to the day. CONS - They were unable to provide a head table option without additional funds. They only provide round tables and a sweetheart table option. You would think as a major wedding venue, a head table with 4 rectangle tables connected wouldn't be a big deal. And it wasn't they happily accommodated it but we had to pay for it. For the amount you pay for the Whitby that should be included. It wasn't that much more money but still felt like they should have covered that. Hopefully it will be something they add for future brides. - Service charge - while the other two venues we considered did have a 20% service charge, it was their tip. As it was getting close to the end and of course you want everything to go right, spending every darn penny on little things... then you have to figure out tip for 15+ people. They really should work the gratuity into the contract like the other castle venues we looked at. Overall, can't say enough positives. The space if truly one of a kind. There are so many different settings that your guests get to experience. The cocktail hour is really unique on their wrap around porch and overlooks the golf course and water. Everyone says you don't eat on your wedding night, well we left there very full. We had a blast and the entire night went so smooth. Thank you Whitby for a wonderful evening.

to guide us through the night with a huge smile! Meagan the bridal attendant was an angel who came baring champagne at all the right times 🤣 The cocktail hour food and main entree was out of this world! All of our guests raved about it 😁 I've been to many halls and my husband and I both worked in hospitality for years .... so when we say it was a DREAM wedding from start to finish we mean it! If you are planning a wedding you better go check this place out! Thank you to the entire staff for making our special night go as smooth as ever!

and then Ralph were always available to answer questions and make our planning easier. Then, on the wedding day, all that planning paid off and everything was just perfect. Ralph was amazing - making sure we kept close enough to schedule and that nothing was missed (and keeping our anxious mothers sane!). Just seeing him around calmed our nerves because we knew he was on it! The rest of the staff was just amazing - we can't say enough about how attentive and friendly everyone was. And our guests are still raving about the food and how gorgeous the venue was. If you are trying to decide on a venue, rest assured that you cannot go wrong with Whitby Castle! They really do take care of everything - including you - so you can relax and enjoy your special!

d my every need and make the night all about us! Aside from the wonderful staff, Ralph ran our wedding like a well-oiled machine. His attention to detail and care he puts into every wedding is remarkable. As someone who loves to be in control, Ralph took every worry away from me and allowed me to enjoy every minute.

he open bar. Last but not the least, it is a beautiful venue, inside and out.

ppearance but because of the ballroom and layout of the castle. We knew almost immediately that this was going to be our wedding venue. Courtney was extremely helpful and gave us all the information that we needed. She walked us through every single aspect of our planning and made sure that we were aware of payment dates and options. She was friendly and accommodating. Once our wedding day approached, we met our Maitre' D, Ralph. He took over helping us understand what was to be expected and what we needed to do in order to prepare for our wedding day. He was available for questions and concerns and made sure that everyone was on the same page. His kindhearted nature made both me and my husband comfortable throughout the entire experience. We were able to drop off our centerpieces and decor a few days before the wedding and his team made certain that our vision came to life. we met with him and went over every single detail, details that I hadn't even thought of either. During our tasting, we were given samples of our choices and felt extremely welcomed. The food was delicious at the tasting and at the wedding. The large variety of dishes made all of our guests happy and the vegetarian options were said to be delicious by our vegetarian friends. The staff at the Whitby was also accommodating with my father, who is in a wheelchair. They made him feel comfortable which was extremely important to me. The day of the wedding could not have gone smoother and everything was exactly how we expected it to be. Ralph was there from beginning to end making sure we all were taken care of and happy. My guests had the greatest time and my other vendors were very pleased with the professionalism and the help that the Whitby provided. I would highly recommend the Whitby Castle as a venue, especially if you are seeking a castle feel with a modern twist. If I had it all to do again, I would pick the Whitby all over again. - Helen & Nick 2019

absolutely beautiful!! We were fortunate enough to have a gorgeous day for our wedding - the ceremony and cocktail hour were both outdoors - everything was extremely well organized! My bridal party and I got ready at Whitby and from the time we arrived in the morning until the end of our evening, everything just flowed naturally. Whitby's staff is extremely attentive and handles everything courteously and professionally. They saw to it that the day was stress-free and that everyone (bride and groom included) enjoyed the day. The food is delicious! Ralph and Courtney were both awesome! They made sure that our day was perfect right down to the last detail! I highly recommend Whitby Castle as a wedding venue!

to search for a caterer or linens or cake.. which ticked off a lot of boxes on the wedding to do list, and secondly how many people can say they got married in a castle?? The views there are to die for being on the Long Island sound, and the old charm of the building itself was breath taking! The staff at Whitby is amazing! From the signing of the contract to the night of the wedding they were there every step of the way to make sure our day was as GREAT as it surely was! From Courtney and Nikki who were always there responding to all my questions leading up to the wedding in a timely manner... to Ralph who assured us that our day would run smoothly and was there the night of to make sure it did.. to Will the floor captain who made sure that not only our needs were met, but all of our guests were as well. I appreciate everything and thank you all from the bottom of my heart! Till this day I still get compliments from guests. Many saying it was one of the best weddings they have ever been to. I also received many MANY compliments about the food at the castle, which I can agree was fantastic, so much so I ate the left overs for the next 2 days (including the cake)! So delicious! Chef was also very considerate in making a special plate for my husband who is a picky eater. If your looking for a unique venue with a staff that you can trust to make your wedding day the best it can be than you will surely find it at Whitby Castle!

m the first meeting we had with Courtney Baloyi was fresh in his memory. Nothing was overlooked. The food was amazing. And the service, which I said was so important to me because I wanted our guests well-taken care of - all commented about how incredible the staff treated them. If you're on the fence about your wedding venue, take a look at Whitby. You'll love it. Thank you to everyone for making Kevin and my wedding perfect!! xo

perfect and the lighting on the castle. Our guests kept talking about the amount of food and top notch service from the staff. Ralph did an amazing job! From our first meeting he was on top of all the little details and had amazing suggestions. We are extremely happy we picked the Whitby Castle, we couldn't have asked for a better wedding. We can't thank Ralph and the whole staff on the event they put on for us. Thank you!

we wouldn't eat at our own wedding but Ralph went out of his way to make sure we had a moment to eat in between everything. The whole staff was extremely accommodating from beginning to end we didn't hear a single bad remark. The venue was set up beautifully and it was almost like the staff was one step ahead of us the entire time making sure every aspect of the night was perfect. We can't even count the number of guests who told us how beautiful the venue was. You will not regret having your wedding at Whitby, Ralph and the entire staff are the best of the best. Thank you!!

process, we felt unbelievably at ease. There are certain things that can be nerve wracking leading up to a wedding, but the venue and their thorough nature was not one of them. From Nikki to Courtney to Ralph to Will, everyone made us feel at home and made our special day that much more special. HUGE kudos to and spectacularly run staff and how they were able to accommodate anything that was needed. Could not recommend a venue (beautiful with the sun setting in December and with a nice Full Moon rising over the golf course) or a staff that you know will not skip over a single detail to make your special day that much more amazing.

the most beautiful set up I have ever seen and it really made our special day feel magical. The food was outstanding and exceeded our expectations. So, I give Whitby Castle as a venue a 5-star rating. I also thought the set up process was quite seamless and that Nicki and Courtney are A plus employees and fantastic at their jobs. They answered all our questions immediately and provided all the information we could ever ask for. They were an honest pleasure to work with and made planning feel very easy and painless. Now, there were definitely some major mishaps the day of our wedding that added a large amount of stress to an already stressful day. 1. We signed a contract and paid to have entrance to the castle at 8 AM to begin getting ready in the Bridal Suite. The castle was LOCKED with no one to let me, my bridesmaids and hair and makeup vendors in. We had Ralph's "word" that there would be someone to let us in and there was no one. Fortunately I was able to find an unlocked window and entered the castle through that. Mind you, this was after calling Ralph 20 plus times with no answer. No one showed up to the castle until after 9 AM. 2. I was told I would have a "bridal assistant" day of, they were no where to be found. No one offered to bring me water, a coffee, food. I felt that I was the one responsible to take care of my husband and myself as well as my mother and bridal party. 3. Ralph was more concerned with when the food came out vs the actual flow of the evening. Ralph had many many terse words with our photographer and band to hurry them along when in reality food service was extremely slow. I felt that we were rushed to sit down and then wait a solid 15-20 minutes until food was actually at our guests plates. 4. Ralph was more than less non existent throughout the day, I felt that the "schedule" we agreed to went out the window as well as all the detailed paperwork we were asked to fill out. We needed access to an outlet behind a heavy dresser in the bridal suite and he was very rude when we asked for help trying to get to it. He had no idea where our best man and maid of honors sat, he kept saying we were going to introduce the bridal party (when we were not) and he also tried to begin the wedding when the bus with 75% of our guests had not arrived yet. Which, as a professional wedding planner is a bit concerning he did not pick up on this fact and notice that a large majority of the guests had not arrived yet. At the end of the day it was the best day of our lives and the castle was the perfect place to host such a special day. I do think that there needs to be some sufficient improvement in regard to day of client services and planning. Unfortunately, my day of experience was made quite a bite more stressful due to the failures of the day of team. My advice is to be prepared to "man the ship" day of because currently the castle lacks a strong day of team.

fore going straight back to the castle to leave our deposit and book our wedding date. Besides stating the obvious that the castle and the grounds are beautiful, the staff at Whitby Castle is what makes the venue so wonderful. The first person that we worked with was Courtney- she took her time showing us the grounds and the venue and spent quite some time talking over details with us, and determining what we wanted our wedding day/night to be like. She never made me feel like I was "just a number", always made me feel comfortable asking as many questions as necessary, and made me feel confident that all of our wedding wants and needs were going to be met. The next person that we were introduced to was Will. Will not only makes a great cocktail, but he greeted us with a kind smile and was eager to please every time we stepped foot in the castle. The night of the wedding he was behind the scenes (and at the forefront of everything) making sure guests were accommodated, drinks and food were flowing, and really went above and beyond to see that my husband and I were happy and comfortable the entire day/night. He is an excellent asset to the Whitby staff!! Rosa was behind the scenes of my wedding day making sure that the bridal suite was stocked with drinks and snacks, and she helped to set up all of my personal decor in the entrance of the castle. At the end of the night she packed all of my belongings up for me, and she was a huge help- also very kind and easy to work with! Now last and certainly not least, we were introduced to Ralph. Ralph was awesome!! He was organized, straight to the point, and very matter of fact with us. He was the guy who put everything together for us right before the big day. He sat down with us and talked out all the details, gave us a timeline of the day and night, and really set our expectations high for the wedding. He was very easy to communicate with and promptly responded. He completely exceeded our expectations, and the day of the wedding he helped to keep us on track, and really made it possible for us to have every detail of the wedding that we wanted, happen. I can't say enough nice things about all of the staff at Whitby. They really are an excellent team, and I would highly recommend this venue to any special event, especially a wedding. ALSO, the food is EXCELLENT!!!!!! Our guests are still talking about our cocktail hour and all of the delicious options. My husband and I missed the cocktail hour and hardly got to eat during the wedding, and the staff put together 4 containers of food "to-go" for us, without even asking...... I really am beyond pleased with my experience at Whitby. Thank you all!!!!! I wish I could relive our wedding day there 100 more times!

others, we tried to make our reviews as details as possible. For the “Too Long Didn’t Read” crowd – everything at Whitby was amazing, classy, and 5 stars. We couldn’t be more thankful to Sean and Ralph for their unwavering commitment to seeing and executing on our vision! Planning: Throughout our 3 (yes, 3) years of planning our wedding, Sean and the rest of the Whitby coordinators were incredible. Everyone was flexible, accommodating, and eager to understand just what we wanted in a wedding reception. They were exceptionally willing to (and did…) tailor any aspect of our reception, from the menu to timeline to logistical formatting. If there’s something you want, but don’t see in their standard packages, ask. Chances are, Whitby staff will work with you to help make your dream come true! Execution: Understanding the vision is one thing – executing on it is another. Again, Whitby knocked it out of the park! While sitting at the dais, it was incredible to see how plates were served, with each guest at a table receiving their meals simultaneously. It seemed that every time we turned around, Ralph or one of his minions was there to offer a helping hand and a smile. Every detail was executed flawlessly, and our guests had the time of their lives thanks to Whitby staff. Food: The food at Whitby is beyond words. During our tasting, Ralph, Chef, and the kitchen worked closely with us to devise the perfect menu. Unique to Whitby is their on-site kitchen – no cooking your food at some centralized location and shipping it in. For us, this meant guests got their food fresh, to order, and exactly how they wanted it. People are still raving about the cocktail hour and seared duck breast!

dible, the drinks were strong and atmosphere was ideal! The weather was a little cold, but they stayed with our outdoor plan and I cannot thank them enough for all the set-up and hiding me before my reveal to my future husband. Our guests have not stopped raving about the views and venue, and I would recommend Whitby Castle to anyone that wants a one-of-a-kind wedding experience!

of the wedding, as well as the add-on's and food options we wanted. We had some requests that were not typically offered, but Whitby made it happen without any resistance. Ralph, our Maître D', was amazing, he was super helpful and enthusiastic about our wedding (which is probably hard to do considering how many weddings he works on). Everything was scheduled perfectly, and he NEVER fell behind. We expected some things to run over schedule but he kept everything moving very smoothly. He also worked with us to resolve some last minute changes on our end, can't say more nice things about him. The food at the wedding was unbelievable (and not just because it was our wedding). We did a tasting before the wedding, and loved the food - but figured the quality would be less at the actual wedding since its all mass produced to feed 150 people. We were very wrong. I've never really enjoyed a meal at any wedding I've been to, however the food at Whitby is incredible. Every person that we saw after the wedding told us it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding from the cocktail hour to the dessert, everything was great. I highly recommend Whitby, they only do one wedding per night so you're not dealing with other guests, they're really flexible, and the pricing is extremely reasonable, especially for what you get.

d. While the whole staff was wonderful, I have to give a special shout out to Ralph who went above & beyond to make sure the wedding went smoothly and was everything we wanted. He was extremely attentive the day of the wedding. The food was delicious, the space was beautiful - we highly recommend Whitby Castle.

at we had the best possible experience for our wedding. Everyone was attentive to our needs on the day and kept us on schedule. Guests are still coming back to tell us two weeks later that it was the best wedding they ever attended.

g. For example, for our tasting we asked if we can come in July 4 and without hesitation they were flexible enough to say yes! Courtney was amazing and listened to our feedback when adjusting some of the food items. Planning with them was easy and they always responded within 24 hours of my emails no matter how big or small the question was. On the day of our wedding, we were blown away with the service they provided. Ralph, our contact and Maitre D, was phenomenal. He was so patient and kind. He kept the day moving smoothly, even when we started late. Rosa our bridal attendant was awesome! She showed me pictures of how she set things up (because I didn’t provided examples beforehand, which was my fault) and was open to feedback! I loved that she spoke Spanish and was able to communicate with my family. My family gave me lots of compliments on the wait staff for them being attentive and timely with food and drinks to the tables. Everything turned out beautiful and liked on dreamed about. This place is highly recommended <3

of our family and friends loved the food, scenery, and music (we used their house DJ). They are still talking about how awesome our wedding was at Whitby. We totally recommend Whitby Castle for your special day. We cannot wait to go back every summer for their Lobster dinner.

ont lawn was stunning. Cocktail hour was held outside on the back patio, serving as another area with a wonderful view. Food was delicious at both cocktail hour and dinner. Ralph and staff were great. The day flowed seamlessly - Ralph gave a helping hand wherever was needed- keeping everything on time & everyone in place, helping our grandmother into the car - he was there for it all. There were a lot of hands on deck, so the service provided by the staff was professional and accommodating, as well. Whitby Castle exceeded our expectations. We absolutely recommend this wedding venue!

eous. Highly recommend!

up to the wedding and helped to make changes to the menu and schedule of the day to suit our needs. Our guests could not stop raving about the food! The quality was spectacular and the presentation was excellent! Thank you so much for all of your hard work and attention to all of the details. We had an incredible wedding day and highly recommend the Whitby Castle! It was simply a magical experience!

sure to work with. He accommodated all of our needs both before and on the day of. He made sure our families were taken care of with drinks, food and anything else they may have needed, while also taking care of us as the bride and groom. Our vision came together flawlessly and we did not have to worry about anything for the day of with the amount of attention to detail Whitby provided. It was truly magical and the venue and staff at Whitby just added to our big day.

tional enhancement to the reception to make up for the money we already paid. It was completely unexpected as we thought we would have to eat that cost. Ralph was the true superstar of the evening. We were so impressed by his professionalism and cool, calm demeanor as he led the team. He even pre-sliced the first piece of wedding cake for us (so we didn't have to worry about anything during the big cake cutting moment!) There are not enough compliments to give as our wedding night was superb thanks to the team at Whitby Castle. Our guests are still talking about the amazing food, service, and ambience! We would recommend Whitby 1000 times over for anyone getting married in the Fairfield County/Westchester Area.

in working with our guests who has dietary restrictions. We had an unbelievable time and everything went so smoothly thanks to the exceptional staff. We would highly recommend Whitby to any couple who is looking for a classic and stunning venue with exceptional service and amazing food. We are so happy we went with whitby they exceeded all our expectations. Thank you to everyone again!

ging our itinerary to make the night flow perfectly. All of our guests are still ranting and raving about how the night was so perfect and how the services provided was excellent! For any bride that wants to feel like a princess with her own castle, I highly recommend this location. Also the food was delicious!!

redible experience. Both the food and service was excellent and each detail was perfect for our special day.

nders!!), Megan our bridal attendant and the entire staff at the Castle, made my husband and I feel like we were a part of their Whitby family. It was so nice to not have to worry about managing our event and actually enjoy it with our family and friends, because the team took care of everything for us the day of. Furthermore, the food was just as spectacular as the service. From the insane cocktail hour to the sit down dinner (the chateaubriand you can literally cut with a fork it is so tender), all of our guests haven't stopped raving about how delicious the food was. Thank you all again for everything- we will never forget how wonderful you made us feel on the first of the best days of our life!

stle is so beautiful and the food was amazing. Our family and friends have not stopped talking about what an amazing wedding it was. We were extremely lucky to have picked Whitby Castle for our fairy tale wedding.

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am were extremely responsive and helpful throughout the process and they executed everything perfectly the day of. I couldn’t believe how smoothly everything went! Our decorations were displayed exactly as asked, the food was delicious, and the flow of the evening was managed perfectly. We are still hearing from guests about how wonderful it was, and several have said it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! One guest even recommended it to her recently engaged son. I would happily recommend Whitby Castle to others!

er service that truly made you feel as if you were their only bride and groom. Ralph was truly amazing and I can't speak highly enough about him and his staff. I had zero worries because the staff made me feel like they had everything under control and they really went above and beyond leading up to our wedding day. On the day of our wedding, I could not believe how seamlessly they coordinated the decor, the ceremony, the reception, and the clean-up! Our guests could not stop talking about the Whitby staff for about a month - honorable mentions were Ralph (our Wedding Coordinator and Maitre'D), Brandon (our Captain), and Kate (my Bridal Attendant). Thank you all at Whitby so much for a really magical day! (9-2-17)

my bridal attendant was hands on from the moment I got to the the venue to make sure all of my needs were being met. The persistence, dedication and hard work truly does not go unnoticed and it's the team at the Whitby Castle that I believe made my fairytale wedding come true! People are still raving about the food this place will offer. You must book at the Whitby Castle right now!

by is a beautiful venue, but the team there really makes your wedding even better. The staff was so professional and there for anything you needed. The food was unbelievable, everyone was amazed with how great the food was. I had not one fault at Whitby and I would 100% recommend it to any bride and groom who want to get married here. I can't thank the team at Whitby enough for making my wedding everything I dreamed it would be. They truly deserve 10 stars!!!

and husband throughout the entire night. They orchestrated a flawless ceremony and even helped me with my veil when the wind blew it off. The food was delicious and the bartender was very good at keeping the bar moving with speedy service. Katie made sure we both ate and packed up goodie bags for us to take home of all the food. I decorate cakes on the side and Ralph arranged for me to come decorate my cake which was so special to me. The venue itself is open, airy, bright and speaks for itself. The high ceilings and multiple windows give great natural lighting and the room is very pleasant to be in. We had about 155 guests and when the dance floor felt hot the staff immediately adjusted the temperature for us. The cocktail area was on the back deck and has a gorgeous view of the golf course and was very spacious with more than enough room for high and low tables and the stations. The cocktail food was delicious! We had lamb chops, gazpacho shooters, bacon wrapped scallops, mushroom quiches and risotto balls were the favorites. For dinner we had the chateaubriand , chicken and salmon as options and all were very good. Ralph let us drop off our decorations the week of the wedding and made us so comfortable for the day of. We would definitely recommend this venue!

t time they had! Ralph was beyond wonderful to work with - anything that we asked for was taken care of immediately. We, along with our entire wedding party, showed up a little earlier than expected and still we were welcomed immediately into the chapel room and bridal suite and catered to with food and drinks. My husband and I would fully recommend this venue to anyone - it's probably the best decision that we made in our entire wedding planning process! Thank you so much to Ralph and his crew!

icious and our cake was awesome. We had the cocktail hour outside on the deck, overlooking the golf course. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend having a wedding reception at the castle, it was awesome!

a blast, and our guests have not stopped telling us how nice it was. Highly recommend this venue!!

turned phone calls and were willing to fulfill every request. On the day of our wedding, everything was executed flawlessly. The ballroom looked stunning and all of our signage, candles and favors were set up perfectly. Because we were taking photos, we missed part of our cocktail hour. Ralph was thoughtful enough to personally bring us some of the food we missed during cocktail hour. The staff truly went above and beyond in every way and exceeded our expectations. Our guests raved about everything from the excellent service, the beauty of the castle, to the delicious food. Thank you to the staff of Whitby Castle for allowing our dream wedding to become a reality.

oosing this venue was the best decision we could have ever made! As soon as you pull into the driveway of Whitby, you'll agree!

married there on July 15, 2017 and it was everything we wanted for our wedding and so much more. Ralph was nothing short of fantastic as he listened to every concern and question we had and helped to make our wedding memorable. The staff at Whitby Castle made our guests (and us) feel as though we were family. Our family and friends were very impressed by the beauty of Whitby and by the service provided before, during, and after the wedding. My husband and I highly recommend that you visit and strongly consider having your wedding at Whitby Castle.

stion I had and made that night perfect by working with me. The moment the ceremony started to the last song played was made perfect by the staff there. Every one of my quests were very impressed by the beauty of the Castle plus the service they received while attending the wedding. If you want top notch service in one of the most beautiful places in Westchester, look no further!

ey offer in person it was a no-brainer. Ralph, Janet and their team are very easy to work with and you never feel pressured. Ralph knows what he is doing and will personally make every effort to ensure you are comfortable. They were able to accommodate specific requests for us with no problem, and went above and beyond to ensure we were happy and that our guests left happy. The service throughout our photos, cocktail hour and reception was great and the night flowed smoothly, exactly how it was supposed to. The venue speaks for itself as a perfect space for a wedding reception. The food is excellent and they offer a very large selection. Ralph and his team operate professionally and smoothly and will ensure you and your guests are comfortable. We had a fantastic time and have only heard positive feedback from our family and friends who attended our wedding reception. Ken & Sabrina 6-11-17 Wedding

d Ralph was absolutely amazing the day of our wedding. We even had guests ask "where we got him" because he accommodated anything and anyone who needed something. I absolutely recommend Whitby Castle for your fairy tale day.

iginally booked with another sales mgr which worried us a little bit, but Janet was great! She was able to sub out a few of the wines & vodka for things that we thought our guests would like more, at no cost. They also allowed us to bring in bottled beer, in addition to what they had on tap, which was great. She answered any questions we had via email very quickly. About a month out, we started working with Ralph, their Maître D . Ralph was a pleasure to work with! You can tell he has done this for a while and knew how to make things go smoothly. Planning the details or our day with him was easy, we couldn’t have asked for a better, more attentive host. He was also very responsive to any of our requests via email. Our Captain on the night of our wedding, Will, was also amazing! He continuously asked if we needed anything and was always there to direct us as to what was next or even fill up our drinks. The main reason we booked at Whitby was because the indoor rooms were beautiful. We knew it would rain on our wedding, so we wanted a room that wouldn’t make us sad if we had to use it for the ceremony. We had them set up the white chairs in the ballroom, which would later become the dance floor. The room was set for 140 guests and it didn’t feel crammed and it was still beautiful, with the big windows overlooking the course and the LI sound. The patio for the cocktail hour was a little crammed without being able to use the outdoor tables due to the rain, but we had 140 people and it wasn’t too bad. It’s also heated, partially enclosed and had cute little lights hanging. The cocktail hour food was plentiful and delicious! They gave us so many options to pick and each one we had was great. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about all of the choices. The food during the reception was delicious, none of our guests complained and had nothing but great things to say about the dinner. The wedding cake was delicious and we chose the passed desserts as an addition, everyone loved the ice cream sandwiches. We had a band play the reception and they had plenty of room for all 7 of them to set up and we never felt like it was too crowded. Our only minor worry on our wedding day was that we were originally told ‘it’s our castle for the day’ so when I showed up at 2pm there were still guests there from a prior event that morning, it was kind annoying because as we started taking photos around 3pm, the guests were coming through the photo ops. Due to the fact it was raining, we couldn’t really get outside to get away from the customers in the castle. Also, by 4 the ballroom wasn’t set and they were still setting up decorations by the time we started rehearsing at 5 – which worried us a lot since our guests were to start arriving at 5:15. The pub is also open to golfers until 8pm every weekend from April – Fall, which we didn’t know either. Luckily there weren’t many golfers in there due to the rain. Ultimately, it wasn’t a big deal, because everything seemed to go off without a hitch, but it was kind of worrisome that day, since I like to have everything in place far in advance. If we could have a do over we would totally pick Whitby again. Everything besides the rain was amazing. Thank you all so much!

s and very different than a traditional banquet hall, if you want something a little more romantic. We had about 230 people at our wedding, and we fit great in the ballroom. The food was fantastic, and our guests are still raving about it! It was an amazing night, thank you Whitby!!

y picky about the types of carpet and chairs I wanted for my reception. Basically, Whitby won me over immediately with their gorgeous hardwood floors (no ugly carpets) and Chiavari chairs. The ballroom is amazing however, to us it seemed like a blank canvas therefore, my husband and I spent a lot of money decorating it and making sure it was personalized. We didn't think this was a bad thing though, we actually loved the fact that we were able to make this place our own. It was also extremely accommodating that they allowed us to decorate (which took hours - not even talking about the flowers that were delivered by shop, just our stuff we brought from home alone) the day before because we had a Friday wedding. I would recommend anyone doing a Friday wedding here because that to me was a huge relief itself. Another huge plus is that your wedding is the ONLY wedding there. You do not have to share your day with a few other weddings and hundreds of guests in another room celebrating someone else's marriage. Whitby Castle gives you access to the entire place and it is just for you. They even allowed us to get ready there (in bridal suite) ALL day long from 8AM until when the reception ended which was 12AM. Very accommodating. They also allowed our guests to leave their cars overnight. The dance floor is HUGE as well! Food: AMAZING. "Best steak I ever had" numerous people told us during and after the wedding. Staff: Ralph and Sean are awesome. Since day one always assisting and always making sure my husband and I were happy. Very accommodating. Anything you need/want as long as it's reasonable of course.. he was able to make it happen. Ralph was "behind the scenes" at the wedding and made sure everything went smooth! Thank you so much for all the hard work - our day was truly amazing. We are very thankful to the staff and everyone who made our day perfect!!!

nue unlike any other, then consider Whitby Castle. From the moment we deposited, to our big day and all the days in between, the staff was phenomenal! I was at complete ease- didn't have to worry about a thing. Anything we want, we got! Ralph and his staff made our special day one to remember. The food is OUTSTANDING! The view- breathtaking, and the elegance of the venue is one of a kind! Your reception is literally in the castle and since you're the only event for that day/night, you pretty much have the 'run of the house' as well as the staff's undivided attention. What we enjoyed most about this gorgeous venue, is that it's not your normal reception hall. It's different and people will remember it. I've had people tell me that our wedding was better than their own because Whitby just set the tone for a memorable, classy night. We invited about 175 people and had 135-ish guests attend and it was the perfect amount of people!! I can't say enough great things about this place. I can't wait to see all of the pictures. The ones I've seen so far are breathtaking!!! Follow them on Instagram and Facebook and go see Ralph and his staff for more information. Thank you, Ralph and all for a wonderful time that we will remember for a lifetime! - Rose & John Leo

newlyweds. We had both the ceremony and reception at the Whitby Castle. First, they worked with our guest size and budget. Whitby Castle is a place for medium to large weddings however they were easily able to accommodate a wedding of 65 people (more on the small-medium side). The area never felt too big or small and the venue was able to use cocktail tables and other tricks of the trade to fill in the reception and ceremony. Secondly, they were able to work with our desired menu. Adding and subtracting from their standard menu- they added Golden Crusted Chicken Schnitzel just for us!!! Which was absolutely delicious! My now-husband is Austrian (born and bred) and he was even impressed! They also added a sundae ice cream bar along with a beautiful cake! Which was really good!!! Thirdly, the staff was AMAZING! Nice and cordial. The coordinator I was able to work with was Ralph, he was very nice and EFFICIENT! Which I absolutely love, no nonsense and straight to the point, providing advice and guidance when needed as well as suggestions where I didn't even know I needed to make a decision (he must've been doing this for years!) I never felt pushed or coerced into anything but simply guided and helped. Truly appreciated. My bridal attendant was Katie and she was always very helpful and knew exactly how to assist. She was able to help with my bustle and with the decorations. I wish to send a special thank you to both Ralph and Katie, I feel like you two went above and beyond and I really appreciated it. The rest of the staff was also very supportive and cheerful. Excellent service. Absolutely no complaints. None. Also my husband would like to mention he really appreciated the before ceremony snacks and beers in the grooms suite. Helped take off the edge for him. Hehe. And lastly do I even need to mention it's a CASTLE! Talk about fairytale wedding ;-) the outside was exquisite and the inside was very well kept and just perfect (see pictures). I just loved it. Everything. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You truly made our wedding day so special and unique. Wallner-Haas Wedding, November 20, 2016. (Please note they were most likely able to accommodate our size due to the fact that it was close to off season and on a Sunday.)

lad. We met her at our tasting. Ralph is a pro. My husband is a 30+ year event planner so he knows the ins and outs of this business. Nothing was overlooked. They were professional from start to finish! They even invited us back for dinner sometime soon. I feel as if they are our new friends at the Whitby Castle. I don't know what we'll do without speaking to Ralph and Janet on a regular basis! We would recommend the Whitby Castle to anyone. They made us feel right at home as if the Castle was our home on this magical evening.

re we would have our reception. To be honest, I was a little fearful after Linda left because it took us a long time to get in touch with someone, but as soon as I got in touch with Ralph I was put at ease. We started working with Ralph about three months out and made sure that sure that he and I were on the same page about things that I had previously discussed with Linda. Ralph was great with getting back to me via email and all of our appointments went smooth. The day of the wedding went as planned and everyone had a blast! Ralph and the staff were great and made sure that everyone had what they needed and had a great time. Even my MC said that working with Ralph was a pleasure. Our bridal attendant, Katie was also great and she made sure that all of my needs were met. She was a pleasure to have around. Our cocktail hour was held outside on the back deck on a beautiful Fall evening with a full moon. Heating lamps were set up in some areas to help with the Fall chill. The ballroom was beautiful and the food exquisite. Our guests are still talking about it and saying that it was truly the best wedding they ever attended. We even got asked if we could do it again and we would totally do it again in a heartbeat. Thank you to everyone at Whitby Castle for making our dreams come true and for executing all of the ideas and details that I envisioned for our perfect day.

d beyond to ensure that every detail was recognized. Ralph made this entire process one hundred times easier for me, I felt so comfortable working with him and had confidence that our reception would be nothing less than amazing. Sean, the manager is a sweetheart himself and was accommodating to all of our requests. Last night, my bridal attendant Katy was great and there for me at every moment, from a sangria refill to just making sure I eat some food! The chef was unbelievable and extremely helpful! We brought a bunch of our own cultural food last minute and he plattered it and made it look amazing, while preparing for a 220 person cocktail hour! (1 hour before the party started) The venue is beautiful, the staff was amazing, the food was delicious, and I am so happy that I chose Whitby Castle as my venue! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ing the best day of my life. He went above and beyond with every aspect of my special day to make sure that my family was happy. With every request small or large, he made it happen. It really was a fairy tale of a wedding and Ralph and his team made sure we were happy, comfortable, and having a fantastic time. On the day of, the service was outstanding; they all made sure everyone was having the time of their lives. Our family is still raving about the food, from the cocktail hour, to the dessert, everything was perfect. I never had a worry, from beginning to end. Only wish was that I had more time to spend at the Castle; we didn’t want the night to end because they made sure it was magical not just for me but for my entire family and guests. I can write for hours on how amazing my wedding was because of the Whitby Castle team. The Castle is gorgeous itself, but Ralph and team made sure all my dreams came true.

nfortunately, she left Whitby within a month of the wedding and before I could meet with her. I was flying in from the Houston area to meet with her and was shocked to learn she wasn't there. I met with Ralph and that did not go well. I was distraught. We did have to send an email and Shawn stepped in. It went much better after this. I was told that Ralph would walk me through things and and would be there on our wedding day. Well, we pretty much never heard from Ralph again. Shawn took over and everything went perfectly. The venue was ultimately perfect. Our wedding in all respects was beautiful. The food was delicious. The venue was almost fairytale like. There was a minor glitch with the salad. Shawn immediately took care of it and through in more desserts. Shawn was attentive and on top of things. The staff were kind and professional. I strongly recommend the venue in spite of the issues we had. The only caveat is you may need to stay on top of the coordinator. You will not get much guidance from Whitby regarding vendors (cake , flowers, musicians, photographers). In this regard, you will pretty much be on your own. Also, I really didn't have a great feel for the wedding day procession. We did not have much guidance prior to the wedding date.

, our bridal party, and every guest at the wedding. I have a large Italian family and have grown up in the restaurant industry so food has always been the core of all celebrations - Whitby did not disappoint! The food was excellent and throughly enjoyed by our family and friends. When looking for a venue, my husband and I wanted something unique and not the typically "wedding factory". At the same time, I wanted a venue where catering was done on site and tables/chairs/linens were all included to make the planning process easier. Whitby was the absolute perfect spot for this (and trust me I looked all over CT and NY!) The castle is a gorgeous backdrop for photos and the ballroom is clean and fresh looking with dark wood floors and tons of light pouring in. Thank you so much to the staff at Whitby Castle who helped make our day so flawless - you guys work very hard and deserve recognition!

bout 15 reception venues in Westchester County NY and Northern New Jersey. A lot of factors came in to play: location, staff, food, local vendors, you name it. When we toured the place, it was the staff and atmosphere that really gave us a sense of how our wedding night would be if we moved forward. Our instincts were right. From the moment we decided on this venue, our contact Linda Bennett was very professional and helped navigate the process: ensuring the contract met our budget, recommendations on vendors, food, and so forth. She did a good job on keeping us in check and was aware of not being pushy or chasing us for details. A few months leading up to the wedding, our contact had moved up in the company and we were transferred over to be assisted by Ralph Bracco. Let me tell you, this guy is LEGIT. He made the book of business transition from Linda to him seem like he was there with us from the beginning of the planning phase. I remember we saw him in action for the first time in April 2016 as a courtesy by our music vendor, Get Down Entertainment (http://www.getdowndjsny.com). Ralph was on-point with everything; talk about maitre'd to the T. My wife and I were amazed at how organized he was and ensure the details were on point from the table linens to the food servings in cocktail hour to even the timing of the events on the wedding schedule. We decided to book our rehearsal dinner here and the staff at Whitby Castle, including Ralph Bracco, were very accomodating and customized a night for us that fit our requirements and budget! This gave the opportunity for our out of town guests and bridal party to experience the venue beforehand and it left them on their toes knowing they would be coming back on the following Saturday. We went with open bar and a pasta station with a few passed hors d'oeuvres. All were on-point, service was amazing. Our wedding day was no different, I would probably say Ralph took it to the next level in terms of keeping us happy and not having to worry about anything. This is why we put a lot of trust in our reception venues right? So we don't have to worry about a thing! We didn't have much of the food (obviously), but the staff packed it all up for us to bring back home. From start to finish, the night was amazing. Cocktail hour included passed hors d'oeuvres and a suckling pig with open bar. The guests kept saying they were stuffed and were surprised dinner hasn't started. Fill them up they said! That's what we did. The staff made sure the guests were back inside the venue and on-time to get the party started. The dinner entrees included: mixed filed greens with warm goat cheese crostini; a choice of: a)roasted farm chicken breast with madeira sauce, b)herb roasted salmon and c) filet of sirloin with port wine sauce; all with a side of yukon gold potato puree and broccolini. As I mentioned, we couldn't have the food during the wedding as much as we would like (the guests loved it!!). But we did have it when we got back home and let me tell you, it's as good as the day of the wedding. If you're thinking about booking this place, look no further. Everything will be handled for you and I wouldn't be surprised if Ralph Bracco and his team go above and beyond.

h! He is a customer service and event coordinating wizard! The entire staff made us feel like guests at our own wedding--pampered and well-cared for. Our guests also raved about the amazing service and delicious food. I'm so happy that we chose the Whitby. It was my first choice for our wedding and it was the best decision we made! We look forward to returning every year for our anniversary.

it. I am so so glad we did - it was just phenomenal. Ralph - our maitre'd - was seriously amazing. He was so attentive and accommodating. He worked with us during planning - helped us switch out a few things we didn't want (the slider station) for some extras we did want (the drunken sundae dessert station). He also helped us out when we had only a 125 head count (we invited 190 and needed to guarantee 150) by absorbing the cost of linen rentals, giving us extra food packed up, and more. He really went above and beyond for us. In addition to that, on the day of the wedding, he really hustled and worked so hard to ensure everything was to our liking. Anything at all we needed, we would just tell any member of the staff (they all had ear pieces to communicate easily, which was a really great and organized system), and Ralph came to us immediately and took care or whatever we asked for. He was really a fantastic maitre'd. Additionally, the overall service at Whitby really exceeded our expectations. Not only did we notice that the staff was very efficient and friendly, but so many of our guests commented on how impressed they were with the service. I cant't comment on the bridal attendant because unfortunately she had a minor accident and sprained her ankle on the stairs, but honestly with Ralph and the staff, we really didn't even feel like we were missing out on any service. One example of the great attention to detail we noticed was the presentation of the entrees - servers would surround each table at a time and would all place the plates in front of our guests in a synchronized fashion - which was visually impressive as well as a really nice touch. Finally, now that I have sung the praises of the castle itself, Ralph, and the service, I will talk about the food. The food was absolutely beyond incredible. At our tasting, we enjoyed the food, but the chef must have really stepped up their game on our wedding day because everything was delicious. My husband and I have very high standards when it comes to food and often eat in fine restaurants. When we tasted the food at our wedding, we were thrilled. We didn't get to taste every single thing at the cocktail hour, but everything we did try was fantastic and many of our family members and guests raved about the cocktail hour as well. Our entree choices were the seared duck breast, Chateaubriand with Port wine sauce, and herb roasted salmon. We opted for mashed potatoes and haricort vert as the accompaniments. We had a plate of all three at our sweetheart table, and the flavors were great. Everything was cooked to perfection, and as we walked around to all of our guests' tables we noticed that this was consistent for all of the plates. We had multiple people tell us that the food was the best they have ever had at any wedding and that it was delicious and they couldn't get enough. This was truly a wonderful thing to hear. My maid of honor told me that even though she orders Chateaubriand and every single wedding she goes to, this was the best she ever tasted. Also, the wedding cake was off the charts. We chose vanilla cake with salted caramel filling, and it was out of this world. All in all, Whitby Castle gave us a PHENOMENAL wedding!!!

out a thing, as the incredible staff made sure we were taken care of with food, drinks, and had everything under control with perfect timing. The ceremony was breathtaking! Walking out from the willow tree as my grand entrance, along with our bridal party, was absolutely magical. The staff directed everything with ease and paid attention to every detail. Our reception was so great. Aside from the gorgeous venue, we really can't say enough about the staff members. In particular, Ralph and Will were amazing!!! Every single staff member was wonderful, and they worked closely with us that day to ensure we were happy and taken care of every single step of the way. We really could not be more impressed with this venue and the staff. It was everything we could have ever dreamed of and more!!! We can't wait to return for dinner and reminisce about our magical day. THANK YOU to everyone at Whitby for making our wedding a dream come true.

meeting the week of the wedding, the staff at this venue were so attentive, responsive and organized. We mainly communicated with the maitre 'd, Ralph, who assured us that the day would run smoothly- and everything went off without a hitch! The ballroom is beautiful with its large windows overlooking the golf course, uniquely shaped room and dark wood floors and the outdoor deck for the cocktail hour is setup beautifully for guests to enjoy on a nice day. Part of the cocktail hour space is enclosed with a tent, which was a nice feature for guests who wanted to stay out of the sun. Ralph was amazing to work with, especially the week and day of the wedding. He personally called all of my vendors to confirm delivery times of the reception flowers as well as determine an appropriate time for the DJ to setup to ensure that the room would be clean/ready in time for vendor arrival. Ralph and his team worked extremely closely with our DJ and photographers to make sure that each vendor's timeline for the day did not overlap with each other. I was provided a bridal assistant, Jasmine, who was so attentive and at my side for the entire evening, whether it was to re-fill a drink or to fluff my dress. The food was outstanding. We received numerous complements on the abundance and tastiness of the cocktail hour and reception food as well as the synchronized dinner service for the main course from our guests- hats off to the chef and staff! If you want a venue where the staff truly take care of you, your guests and vendors, look no further! After months of planning, it was a relief to be able to enjoy our reception and not have to worry about a thing! To Ralph and the staff at Whitby, Bill and I can't thank you enough for making our wedding everything we dreamed of and more! Best, Kerry and Bill

ng with us to fit it all within our budget. She answered all of our one-off questions leading up to the big day. About three months before the wedding, we were introduced to our Maitre D, Ralph, who was very nice, organized and accommodating. He had a “day of” timeline created soon after our initial meeting and revised it numerous times based upon our ever-changing preferences. On the day of the wedding, Ralph and the rest of the staff had everything organized and laid out, including our table cards, guestbook, card holder, and special champagne flutes we wanted to use. Ralph kept our night running like clockwork. We were so grateful for him. The Castle offered some great photo ops around the grounds. The bridal suite is very nice, and there’s a room downstairs for the groom/groomsmen as well. The only con to the space is that the main ballroom has a bit of a “T” shape. We had about 175 guests, and during the important dances, guests either had to remain seated to allow people behind them to see or had to get out of their seats to see what was going on. We were allowed to be on-site for photos several hours before the reception for photos, which was great. There were still some customers on the golf course at that time, but everyone was gone by the time the guests started arriving for the amazing cocktail hour. The open bar was good, and the food and cake were both phenomenal. Our guests absolutely raved about the food and we had some picky eaters. In terms of the cake, we had so many different designs and fillings to choose from and it turned out great. We even got three packed meals (one of each dinner option) to bring home with us! Overall, we would definitely recommend the Whitby Castle, it's a great venue and has a fantastic staff.

on the front lawn and got some pretty wonderful pictures! The food was delicious, everyone was raving about the cocktail hour! So much food!!!! The entire staff was so friendly and so helpful, and the reception hall is just beautiful. We looked at a bunch of other places and they were your basic wedding venues nothing special. But when we got to Whitby, not only is it a castle but the reception hall is open and bright and has absolutely stunning views of the golf course. The food was delicious, three entrees are offered and so is the cake, which was also outstanding! We have lived in this area our entire lives and have never once been there, if you're looking for something better than just 'wedding row' along the coast, this is the magical place for you.