About this vendor
The venue features lush gardens in front of a centuries-old home in Virginia's wine country.
Amenities + details
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Settings
- Vineyard & Winery
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Food & Catering
- Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Reviews
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4.9
out of 5.082 reviews
The venue did such a good job making sure all of our questions were answered and all of our needs were met. Its exterior beauty is self-evident, there was no need to do any décor o...
utside and it contained a lot of greenery and is completely surrounded by mountains. Whitehall has also renovated the interior with white walls, dark wood window frames, chandeliers, and wooden flouring, it is absolutely stunning! Additionally, this venue provides catering and I am so happy that it did! All my guests rated the food 10/10! We recommend it to everyone who asks about our wedding! You will NOT be disappointed!
All throughout our planning process we ran into other individuals who had amazing things to say about their experiences with Whitehall Estate and working with Doug, and now we are ...
going to be some of those people. Throughout the entire process, and this was a COVID wedding so it was a process, Doug had a plan, recommendations, and a kind and reassuring presence for us. Doug was flexible and understanding which allowed us to make the wedding everything we dreamed of and more. On the wedding day, everything went so smoothly thanks to the many Whitehall employees who were helping us. The BBQ buffet was incredible! I could really go on for days about the place that Whitehall has in our hearts, but just know that they have completely earned this 5 star review.
We couldn't have asked for a better experience with Whitehall. The venue was beautiful and easily fit our friends and family for our special day, and on-site catering was delicious...
. Venue staff were professional, communicative, and friendly, making months of planning and day-of logistics easy and stress-free.
Working with Whitehall Estate was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Doug is very responsive and helpful during the planning phase and on the day of. The staff is very e...
fficient, flexible and accommodating. The venue is beautiful and the food amazing!
Whitehall is TOP NOTCH! From the time we looked at the property and met Doug we knew this was where we wanted to have our reception!
The grounds and estate house are breath takin...
g and really showcase Virginia’s “wine country” and history. Almost all of our guests were from out of town and everyone commented on how beautiful the house and grounds were.
Doug knows the in’s and out’s of the wedding industry and is completely transparent with everything, especially pricing. He’s super easy to work with, friendly, and answered all of our concerns/questions in a very timely manner.
We also loved the fact that there was an on-site caterer so we didn’t have to spend more time finding another vendor. The first time we visited Whitehall for a tour we were lucky enough to sample some hors d’oeuvres and they tasted amazing, like something you’d find in a fine dining restaurant. The food quality was superb and our guests are still talking about our cocktail hour and the entrees they ordered months later! On top of this, we were allowed to bring our own alcohol which saved us thousands of dollars!
The staff was excellent on the wedding day and very professional. They continually asked us (bride & groom), bridal party, and our guests if we needed anything. They prepared a welcome table for the bridal party and made sure we all had something to drink upon arrival. Water glasses were never empty for our guests and they even offered wine to guests during dinner as well.
Smooth operation all around. HIGHLY recommend.
It could not have been better....Our daughters’ winter wedding at Whitehall was wonderful. From the moment we first walked In the door, it felt right. Every promise made was kept a...
nd even exceeded by Doug and the gracious staff at Whitehall. The venue itself was perfect and picturesque, but the hospitality and service shown to us made the day perfect. After hearing so many nightmarish tales of drama about what really happens at a wedding, I was gloriously pleased to find none of that at Whitehall. Not only beautiful and professional, but warm and endearing. Our guests still comment on the amazing food! Thank you Whitehall for making our daughter’s day perfect.
Doug and the entire Whitehall Estate staff were so wonderful to work with and I am so happy that we were able to have our wedding here! Doug helped us along every step of the way w...
hether it was related to the venue, food, or just helpful hints for us as we planned for our big day. Doug was very responsive and open to any and all questions right up to the minute our event started. On the day of, the staff was attentive and took great care of us the entire time! Whitehall Estate is the definition of a beautiful venue and fantastic service to make our wedding the most special (and stress free) day!
Whitehall was the first venue we visited and we knew right away that this was the perfect venue for us. The grounds are gorgeous and the mansion is beautiful, historic and incredib...
ly well-maintained. However, what makes Whitehall an amazing venue is the impeccable service Doug and the rest of the staff provide, both prior to and during the wedding. Before the wedding, Doug was super easy to communicate with and always answered my multiple emails about everything from the menu to the timeline and decorations, patiently and promptly. The staff on the day of was so attentive to everything both us and our guests could need. They put out snacks in the bridal and groom's suite prior to the ceremony and while we were taking our couple portraits, several staff members even checked in several times making sure we had water and snacks, which was much appreciated haha. One of the best parts of the venue though, is probably the food, which was absolutely delicious. We had multiple guests comment after the wedding how good everything was. They truly go above and beyond and are true professionals. We could not recommend Whitehall enough!!
I am so happy we had our wedding at Whitehall Estate! Everyone who works there is amazing, friendly and ensures your experience is overall perfect. Whitehall estate made my dream w...
edding come to life! There are so many beautiful areas around the estate that you can choose for your ceremony depending on what look you are going for. The reception area is big and also very pretty. The food is great too!
Our wedding at Whitehall was absolutely stunning. Their service was impeccable and the quality of the food (all prepared onsite) was amazing. Competitively priced, they actively ...
encouraged us to visit other venues for comparison purposes without fear of us making another choice or pressuring us to secure a date during our initial visit. Please do not overlook this gem of a venue. Doug was a joy to work with and was very accommodating in regard to many DIY ideas I had and wished to implement. He was also super flexible when it came to various last minute questions and requests for our special day. We highly recommend this venue to anyone starting to plan their big day.
My wife and I were truly pleased with our decision to hold our wedding reception at Whitehall Estate. Not enough good things can be said about Douglas and his staff. They are extre...
mely helpful, accommodating, professional, and are simply great at their jobs. They take care of everything which allows you to sit back and just enjoy the day. We couldn't be happier with our decision and Whitehall has now become the standard we compare every wedding we attend to (Whitehall is still number one!). They even let us travel back to Whitehall on our 1-year anniversary to enjoy the beautiful estate and share a picnic. We can’t wait to go back for more anniversaries in the future!
Whitehall is the perfect wedding venue! The setting is surreal—a beautiful old mansion in the Virginia mountains set in a stunning landscape. It is the dream venue that comes compl...
ete with the most amazing food we have ever had. Our guests raved about how amazing their meals were and how beautiful the venue is! The staff is also incredibly professional and easy to work with which made our whole experience seamless from start to finish. This is a truly incredible venue with views, excellent service, and amazing food that made our wedding day perfect.
I am the mother of the bride. We hosted our daughter's wedding at Whitehall Estate. From our first visit there, we knew that this was the perfect venue. The manor and the grounds a...
re absolutely beautiful! This was our third child's wedding, so we have toured a lot of venues. Doug Armstrong was extremely accommodating, flexible and an absolute joy in helping to make this a dream wedding. He does not try to upsell anything and shows you the benefits of providing your own liquor which we did and it saved us a lot of money. The food is absolutely delicious! The staff was also amazing, friendly and very prompt with service, refilling water and clearing dishes. We took our liquor there before the rehearsal along with two corn hole games and we set up the decorations so that we didn't have to stress the day of the wedding. The staff provided the table lanterns and lit the candles for us. There are several very beautiful sites to have your outdoor wedding and for photos. There are also several areas that guests can relax on patios. I can't stress enough how Doug and his staff were helpful, caring and provided our daughter and her fiance with a memorable and gorgeous wedding.
I cannot think of a venue that I would have loved more for my wedding than this one. My husband and I looked at several venues for our projected date, but knew immediately upon wal...
king into Whitehall that this was the one. We knew so much so, that we changed our date in order to get this venue a little bit more into our price range. It was worth every single penny we spent on it. The food is outstanding, the landscaping is phenomenal, the service staff was exceptional, and Doug is so accommodating. I was continuously told that I would not get to eat at my wedding and that I shouldn't be so excited about the food, but they made it a point for me to not only have appetizers and dinner, but there were drinks waiting for the wedding party after the ceremony as well. Our 92 person head count fit perfectly with plenty of room to spare. I have been told by countless guests that it was one of the best weddings they have ever been to. Thank you Doug, for everything you did for us. Our special day, even though it had its fair shares of unrelated chaos, was perfect thanks to you.
Meagan and I fell in love with Whitehall when we drove by a few years ago after leaving a winery. The grounds are very well maintained and the new addition of a patio/fire pit make...
s for a perfect socializing area for cocktail hour. But what truly makes this place special is the Staff! Doug operates Whitehall and has done an amazing job of hiring great people to work their events. They were all hard working and went above and beyond in making sure our wedding was a hit. The food was delicious, everyone enjoyed their meals whether they ordered Beef/Chicken/Veggie. The people working behind the Bar were outstanding and made everything from Margaritas/Mai Tais/Bloody Mary’s. They are a well oiled machine here and fully capable of handling minor problems without direction or needing to bother the Bride/Groom. Highly recommend Whitehall as a venue and as a catering service, and can not thank Doug and his Staff enough for making our wedding a perfect day!
We have nothing but wonderful things to say about Whitehall Estates. Doug runs a top-notch wedding venue and catering business. His insights into the planning process were extremel...
y helpful and ultimately contributed to the flawless execution of our wedding day. The location is gorgeous, the venue is pristine, his staff is so friendly and professional, and the catering was excellent – we received so many compliments about how wonderful everything tasted! The attention detail and small touches like providing the wedding party snacks and beverages before the ceremony and dedicated wait staff for the head table, truly made us feel like royalty. We could not have asked for a better experience. Kudos to Doug and those working on his team – we will most definitely recommend Whitehall to those looking to get married in the Leesburg / Bluemont area!
Whitehall Estate was absolutely amazing for our wedding. From our first interaction, Douglas was so helpful, kind, and willing to do anything he could to make sure our day was per...
fect. Throughout the process, he was very helpful with checking in to make sure all details were exactly what we wanted. The day of our wedding, the Whitehall Staff completely blew us away! They were VERY attentive to all of our guests as well as my husband and I. All staff members were polite, helpful, and extremely professional. I would absolutely recommend this venue to everyone. I cannot say enough good things about Whitehall Estate!
I couldn't have dreamed up a better wedding venue than Whitehall. From the first time my husband and I visited the estate through our wedding day, Douglas and the Whitehall staff w...
ere responsive, engaged, and showed a genuine care for our wedding. There was an ease in planning an event at Whitehall that I don't think is replicated in many other venues. Our wedding day was perfect! The weather was not - it was pouring rain, but the staff created a beautiful indoor space for the ceremony. The food was absolutely amazing, but what really was the best was the service. Every member of the staff was friendly and excellent at their jobs. Things I hadn't even considered were seamlessly taken care of. Even my vendors remarked that Whitehall is one of the best venues they have ever worked with. I can't thank Douglas and the Whitehall staff enough for making our wedding day so very special and making our wedding planning so much easier.
One word: OUTSTANDING. This place makes the entire process so easy! My now husband and I only looked at 2 venues and immediately knew that this was the place for us. It's classic a...
nd elegant, but still has that rustic charm. The location also couldn't be any more beautiful. So beautiful that you don't need a ton of decor to spruce up the place. Doug was extremely helpful. He doesn't make you feel like any of your questions are stupid questions :) and he responds super quickly. One huge thing that sold us on this venue was that it came with a catering package! One less thing that we had to worry about and the food was all prepared there in house! It was fantastic. The staff was extremely pleasant and clearly knew what they were doing. They even followed my husband and I with a plate of hors d'oeuvres during our family portraits to make sure that we were being fed. It was awesome! There are so many good things to say about this place. Trust me, you won't regret choosing Whitehall!
I first emailed Whitehall for information well past normal business hours, and I was surprised when Douglas emailed me back in about a half an hour! He is very responsive. The pric...
e for the food includes everything you need- you just bring alcohol and a cake. We had our ceremony outside and reception inside. The grounds are beautiful and the house is very well-maintained. We created a custom menu, served buffet style, and everything was delicious! The waitstaff is also AMAZING! They offered me and my groom drinks and apps as soon as we got back from our ceremony. Whitehall is a huge part of the reason we had such a wonderful wedding.
Douglas and the staff at Whitehall were amazing to work with throughout the wedding planning process. They are easy to reach, the prices are reasonable, and they are more than will...
ing to personalize and customize your wedding day to meet your needs. They have a few strict rules regarding the venue, but they were great about explaining the reasoning for the rules and helping us to find alternatives. I would definitely recommend them as a ceremony & reception venue. The food is INCREDIBLE, and so are the pictures!!
Whitehall was a dream come true! The venue is beautiful, and the entire staff was soaccommodating, kind,and professional. They helped to put all of my worries at ease, and on my we...
dding day I didn't have to think about a single detail! I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in Northern Virginia!
Whitehall Estate was the first wedding venue we visited and after meeting with Douglas, my husband and I knew where we wanted to get married. Whitehall is as beautiful as it looks ...
from the inside out and both the Manor itself and outside grounds are impeccable maintained. It’s an incredibly spacious property with ample room day of to get ready in – both a bridal suite room and upstairs lounge area for the groomsmen – as well as plenty of space for your guests (in addition to the main reception hall, our guests took advantage of the front and back outdoor patios as well as the lawn and, for our younger guests, the upstairs kids room.) The views surrounding the property are gorgeous with the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background and many wonderful spots on the Estate itself including a small vineyard, old dairy barns, and even an old railway car (all great spots for photos!). Douglas, the owner, was our main point of contact and he made the entire planning process incredibly smooth. He was super flexible meeting with my husband and I – over Google Hangouts a few times as we were in California – and was happy to answer any questions we might have throughout the planning process. Whitehall was also wonderful to work with as our caterers and they were incredibly accommodating for the various food allergies we had; Douglas even made sure to offer us gluten-free hor d’oeuvres to samples on our first visit to Whitehall after I had advised I have celiac. The food was delicious and everything from the hor d’oeuvres to the entrees to the late-night snacks was well received by our guests! On the day of our wedding, Francisco was our point of contact and he and the team did an outstanding job and ensured we had a wonderful time! We loved the Whitehall venue and loved working with Douglas, Francisco and the entire Whitehall team!
The staff, manager, and owner were wonderful to work with. I’m a very specific and detail oriented person so the fact that they went above and beyond to make our day special and th...
ere were no hiccups was amazing.
The food was out of this world good and the venue is absolutely breathtaking. I received an unending amount of compliments about the wedding (venue and food and all!)
We had the most perfect wedding day imaginable at Whitehall Estate. Our guests have told us repeatedly that this was the best wedding they have ever attended. Douglas and the staff...
were incredible - the food was delicious, we never saw a line at the bar, and everything was timed perfectly to keep the evening moving along at a fun pace. The staff even made sure that we actually got to taste our hors d'oeuvres and drinks at the cocktail hour. Despite weather challenges (it poured rain), we wouldn't have changed a thing. Douglas kept us informed while making a decision on the weather, and we were so pleased with how it worked out - having the ceremony indoors was beautiful and the breakdown was so quick between ceremony and reception. Our wedding planning process was also completely stress-free from start to finish. Whitehall handles everything - catering, tables, linens, and even did an ice cream sundae bar for us in lieu of wedding cake! We would 100% recommend Whitehall to anyone who is looking for a gorgeous, scenic, relaxed wedding with amazing food and a great party.
Our ceremony and reception turned out exactly as we wanted them too. The food was great, estate beautiful, and Douglas and the staff were extremely easy to work with. Pricing was v...
ery upfront and the options we had for customizing our wedding were abundant. The timeline for getting everything in was reasonable and it was very easy to get in contact with the staff and make some last minute changes we had. The night of was perfect and everyone was extremely polite and easy to work with. It was really nice that we had the ability to decorate the full estate and the guests had the ability to move around at their leisure. Everyone we talked to said it was a great wedding and I don’t think it would have been the same if we did it somewhere other than Whitehall.
I was you your shoes right now. Dealing with the stress of finding the perfect venue for your wedding is something I am glad is now over. But here is the good news, you don’t need ...
to stress anymore. You have found the perfect caterer and venue in Whitehall Manor. There is no need to look any further. I say this in confidence because my entire experience from first walking onto the spacious grounds to walking down the aisle was an absolute delight. Doug could not have been better with meeting our every need with compassionate and quality service. Doug was always just an email away with any questions no matter how small they might seem and made us feel like we were the only ones who mattered. I could not be happier with our choice to use Whitehall Manor as our wedding venue. The biggest complement from our guests was the food quality. I heard time and time again how the food was the best food they had every had at a wedding. Again, Whitehall checks all the boxes and you will be glad you chose it for your wedding.
Our wedding day was amazing! Douglas was great to work with. I appreciate his speedy replies, patience, flexibility and customer centric approach. I knew we were in good hands from...
our first visit on.
Shane and I cannot believe how perfectly it all worked out and how much fun we had. Whitehall is a beautiful venue and their team really impressed us the day of the event. The food was delicious and service fantastic! So many guests complimented us on an amazing venue selection. It was beautiful, comfortable and the perfect atmosphere for a great party.
Whitehall had great suggested vendors. The DJ was obviously fantastic to work with! He made the day so easy. The cake was scrumptious- there were so many compliments on it. The flowers were beautiful. Everyone was easy to work with and did not add any stress to the process!
All in all a perfect day and stress free planning throughout. They have the experience to know how to handle any situation with ease and grace. Yet the professionalism that made me feel at ease that they really cared and were going to make my day extra special! And they did!
I don't have the words to tell you what a wonderful experience we had at Whitehall! Everything far exceeded our expectations. The staff are phenomenal to work with - Every litt...
le detail and extra thought made our day feel special - from the snacks set out for the bridal party while getting ready/drinks and appetizers served while we were taking photos, to the care and visually beautiful set up of our cookies, to the expediency of the clean up. Wow! We were beyond impressed.
We've heard nothing but rave reviews about the food. We knew that everything was delicious during the tasting, but to replicate the preparation/perfection en masse is no easy feat. The kitchen staff are truly skilled.
Doug was also wonderful to work with. He was the epitome of professionalism. I cannot recommend Whitehall enough.
Whitehall Estate is a BEAUTIFUL venue! If you like the updated-historic-home look, this is your venue. Both the building and the grounds are great for a wedding in the 100-150 gues...
t range. The house has several 'rooms' which works well for appearing to have multiple event spaces, getting ready before the ceremony, and a quiet place for older guests to relax (if needed). Doug is the event manager and is super proactive, responsive and accommodating. Once we visited Whitehall, we knew we were done shopping for venues. On the day of, everything was seamless. The wait staff was very conscious of any specific meal requests (e.g., gluten free, allergies) when serving, prepared a table with snacks and drinks for both the bridal party and groomsmen before the ceremony, and also found us during pictures post-ceremony to see if we needed any foods/drinks - amazing service!
One thing to note that due to the location, hotels are about 20-30 minutes away (so we opted to offer bus transportation for our guests), but there is a lot of parking available at the venue.
If you're looking for an amazing all-inclusive wedding venue with an amazing team of caterers and house managers, look no further! Whitehall is amazing, and Douglas (the venue mana...
ger and point-person) is so responsive and kind. He is so focused on making sure you have an amazing experience and that every part of your wedding is how you want it to be. He'll do what it takes to make your vision happen, even if that vision is a little unusual. We wanted a brunch wedding that incorporated both mine and my husband's cultures. He worked with us to make sure the menu and drinks reflected our vision. And OMG. The food. The food is SO GOOD. Celebrations Catering, their in-house catering team, really knocked it out of the park with our brunch food. We still have people coming up to us telling us how much they enjoyed the food (Douglas, if you're reading this, pleeeeease share that amazing veggie crêpe recipe! It's to die for!). Anyway, have your wedding at Whitehall. You won't regret it.
We originally choose Whitehall because it was our favorite venue that was pretty all-inclusive (includes catering, mixers for the bar - you bring your own alcohol, linens, silverwa...
re, china, wait staff, and set up/tear down help) and also had the best rain plan for our desired outdoor ceremony. But every interaction since then made us love Whitehall even more! The food at the tasting was great, Douglas was INCREDIBLY helpful with our tons of questions and inquiries. He went out of his way to get us quick responses to all our questions, and try as we might, we couldn’t seem to find any question he couldn’t answer. Douglas is a consummate professional and he/his team can tackle anything! We brought in our own wedding arch and they were totally accommodating. And the space is BEAUTIFUL…
Then we got to our wedding day and we were completely BLOWN AWAY. A bridesmaid and a few of our guests are gluten free and so the Whitehall staff CONSTANTLY made sure there was food they could eat all throughout. They really went above and beyond! The staff was amazing and constantly offering help or beverages to guests (bonus points - they took awesome care of the bride and groom when we decided to have dinner early). We had signature cocktails and they had them ready and waiting, on trays for delivery, as soon as the ceremony was over— the wedding party and our guests loved it! Then there was the actual food during the wedding— IT WAS BETTER THAN AT OUR TASTING. People are still raving to me about the food weeks later, and these are people that I know and love for being serious food snobs. Seriously, Whitehall helped make me the most stress-free bride ever. We used a lot of their preferred vendors (they provide recommendations for seemingly every part of the wedding, and their recommended vendors work at Whitehall often) and I loved every single one of them. Everything was so seamless and perfect. I hope to never get married again— but I would return to Whitehall in heartbeat for another special occasion or party. You cannot find a more beautiful outdoor ceremony option in the NOVA area with better staff, better food, and the best reception room ever. Thank you Whitehall!
I feel in love with Whitehall Estate as soon as I saw it online (even before seeing it in person) when I was searching through the hundreds of venue options in Northern Virginia. I...
t truly is beautiful, very spacious, and very well maintained. From the beginning, Douglas and his team were professional and responsive.
A few highlights that we really loved were the food (Celebrations catering based out of Whitehall is so delicious), the spacious getting ready areas for the bride and for the groom, and just the pure beauty of this estate. We had a little over 140 guests which fit comfortably with room for more. They also let you make the "rain call" only an hour before the ceremony starts- which really is amazing if your wedding is on a rainy day and you need to wait as long as possible before having to make the call.
It made me feel comfortable and at ease that the Whitehall staff is very seasoned and do so many weddings per year that they know exactly what to do and are able to execute seamlessly. To be honest, this venue is pricey and not for someone who is on a tight budget, however it is well worth the cost when you see (and taste) how wonderfully your wedding day turns out!
We are very happy to have picked this venue and have received nothing but compliments from our family and friends! Thank you Douglas and the Whitehall staff!
A wedding venue rich in history and great location is a dream come true in Virginia. And RIMAS FILMS recently filmed an emotional and simply outstanding wedding at a spectacular we...
dding venue – Historic Whitehall Manor. The true beauty of the manor and its ground must be seen to believe it! Filming a wedding here was an honest pleasure, as the staff went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect. Delivering an unforgettable experience with smile! RIMAS FILMS would like to highly recommend the Historic Whitehall Manor!
If you would like to see the video:
https://www.facebook.com/rimasfilms/videos/450235171987415/
We could not have been happier with Whitehall. Douglas, kept us up-to-date on information prior to our big day. The staff made our even seamless and we did not have to worry abou...
t a single thing. Walter, the manager the day of, was fabulous. He and his staff kept our guests happy, which made us happy. I could not have asked for a more perfect day.
Perfect New Year's Eve Wedding! We are so pleased with how everything went for our daughters wedding. Not one glitch and as a matter of fact do not think it could have been done an...
y better. From planning with Doug, great communication and attention to details with Fernando (the captain in charge the night of), to the food. Had many comments from guest that it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. We had about 170 guests and I believe every beef fillet that was served was cooked perfectly! Highly recommend Whitehall manner to host a flawless event!
From our very first visit, we knew that Whitehall was the perfect venue for our wedding. The property is gorgeous, and I can't say enough good things about Douglas and the staff at...
Whitehall. They are true professionals. From the very start of planning process, Douglas was responsive and helpful. All of our questions were answered. Our wedding day went by without a hitch, and it is all thanks to Whitehall. Our guests absolutely loved the venue, and raved about the food! We couldn't ask for a better venue, Whitehall is truly the best in NoVA!
I cannot say enough great things about Douglas and his staff at Whitehall. Douglas made the entire process enjoyable. He does so many weddings a year and truly does make you feel...
like you're his top priority and only bride. His responsiveness is impeccable. We had quite a few "unique" things we wanted to do for our wedding and Douglas accommodated ALL of them. We had so many guests tell us that the staff at Whitehall went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a great time. The staff also made sure the bridal party was taken care of before the wedding. They came to the bridal suit numerous times asking if we needed anything and making sure we were taken care of. Douglas said yes to any request we had and he lived up to every promise! From start to finish Douglas and his team was a class act.
Amazing venue with outstanding food and exemplary service. Douglas knows this business like no other and makes the planning process seem effortless. He is very quick to respond t...
o emails and was awesome to work with. His staff is friendly and very efficient and voiced how much like loved working for Douglas. I felt like a queen on the day of the wedding as they delivered champagne and snacks to the bridal suite and made sure we were taking care of all night. The venue itself is gorgeous and I loved the location. I wish they had a restaurant so we could go back and have dinner there because the food is soooo good and it is so beautiful!!
Note: I did not book my wedding here, only did a site visit. I was incredibly UNIMPRESSED with Douglass, the manager at Whitehall. I reached out via email to ask about available da...
tes & pricing and was given a copy + pasted email response answering neither of those questions. I then had to follow up via email and phone before getting a call back and being told "they had a Saturday here and there," but he would not disclose any rental fee information over the phone. I work in events, so I completely understand that pace venues work at and availability changes frequently, but the lack of transparency regarding the pricing really rubbed me the wrong way. Why would I want to waste both my and the venue's time doing a site visit if it's not a viable option due tot he price or availability? Needless to say, due to recommendation from friends, we went to tour the property anyway.
As soon as we arrived, I could tell this place was not for me. They had about four other couples touring the site at the same time and I immediately felt like this place was set up like a machine and I was merely another bride passing through. When I shared with Douglass that I work in events, he rudely told me since I work in corporate events "I would see that weddings are like a different language." Let me tell you, there was not one thing that Douglass mentioned that I did not already know and understand in terms of events. I was incredibly offended by his implication that I essentially don't know how to do my job. His entire spiel and tour was rehearsed and ridged. Each time I paused to ask a question it felt as if I was an inconvenience. I felt his demeanor towards me was incredibly condescending and demeaning.
It was difficult to imagine paying $15-20k for a venue and catering (fees ranged from $3,500-8,500 depending on the date while catering minimums were $10-12k) given I had no confidence Douglass or his staff would treat me like an individual & provide the care & service I would expect.
Phenomenal! These guys know what they're doing and really helped make our wedding day memorable for us and our guests. My now husband was unexpectedly deployed during our engagemen...
t, returning just a couple of weeks before we were married at Whitehall. Douglas couldn't have been any more accommodating.... he made special arrangements for us to taste the menu (and make adjustments), and have a site visit close to the wedding to ensure my fiancé was comfortable with everything we planned. They allowed several options at Whitehall that other area venues didn't -- like supplying our own alcohol for the bars, candles, sparklers, fun signage around the property, and rose petals. They helped us stay within our budget and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. My one regret is the outside vendor we used for the wedding cake. If you're in search of a bakery for your wedding cake, stay far away from Edibles Incredible.
Not only was this venue BEAUTIFUL it was reasonably priced and the staff was amazing! Working with Doug planning the day made things so easy, he was incredibly knowledgeable, respo...
nsive, flexible and helpful. The food was amazing (everyone raved about it) and the staff on the day of were so incredibly helpful (always asking if we needed something) and they were very polite and kind. The venue made everything flow so smoothly and they took GREAT care of us! They really went above and beyond!
This venue was stunning! I determined on having an outside reception but when I walked into Whitehall's reception hall I was in awe. The room is practically all windows and surroun...
ded by gorgeous gardens. It was just as beautiful as having an outside reception with all the benefits of having it inside.
One HUGE benefit about this venue that is surprising is that they will allow you to BYOB. They hold the ABC license and will serve it, but this was a huge cost saver!
I received so many compliments from all of my guest. Decorating was minimal to only centerpieces since the venue is already decorated beautifully.
Douglas was amazing to work with. He was very helpful, kind, responsive, and straightforward. He was always upfront as well as all of his pricing. Very kind man and I will certainly miss bugging him via email.
The staff during the rehearsal dinner and wedding treated my husband and I like celebrities. 5 star service all the way. We also received many compliments from out guest about the service and how great the food was.
Bottom line is... This venue is worth every reasonably priced penny. I highly recommend this venue to all brides in the area.
Our wedding at Whitehall was so beautiful. The staff was extremely responsive and helpful through the whole planning process right through until the very end. We chose Whitehall fo...
r the gorgeous grounds and looking at our pictures we know we made the right choice.
We got married at Whitehall on October 31st. They offered a very reasonable price for the area, including a ceremony venue. The venue itself is gorgeous, and the property itself is...
massive, offering ample space for an outdoor ceremony and diverse photo options outdoors. If you are looking for a rustic theme, they have rolling hills and even a barn in which you can pose for photos. If you are having a more classic theme, the estate itself is huge and offers many options for photos like on the porches, in front of the estate's main entrance, or indoors in front of the fireplace.
Aside from photos, the venue has everything you will need. You can spend your afternoon at the estate getting ready, with your groom and his party in one part of the house and you and your party in another. The wonderfully expert staff will serve you some snacks and beverages until it is time for you to go. Oh, there is also a kid's play room upstairs which is really nice if you have little ones there in the wedding party or at the wedding later.
The food was delicious. I honestly did not have one bad bite of anything. We chose a plated meal with a chicken piccata, filet mignon, and a seasonal ravioli (the ravioli was to die for, seriously the best entree). I know it wasn't just me riding the wedding high though because many of my guests commented that the food was the best "wedding food" they have ever had. It makes perfect sense when you consider that the folks who run Whitehall started as a catering company.
Finally, the staff and service throughout the whole wedding planning process was amazing. We could not ask for anything more. Our point person, Douglas, was responsive, helpful, and so accommodating. We appreciated his directness but also his ability to help us keep costs within our budget. He told us up front that they could purchase and serve alcohol but it could be much cheaper if we did that part on our own, which we did and it was. He also made recommendations on vendors and timelines. He was also helpful with the rehearsal which is something they don't really get involved with, but they can offer some advice as far as timing and whatnot.
The icing on the cake was the staff on the day-of. Again, I had many people approach me afterwards to tell me how impressed they were with the service. Francisco was the captain and he was patient and offered the kind of service you expect at five star luxury resort. He said to my mother that he has been doing this for over ten years and it is his job to think of everything, especially the things no one else is thinking about. One example would be that it was colder than we had expected/hoped on our wedding day, but we still wanted to get pictures outside. Francisco and his staff had an assortment of hot beverages waiting for us when we came in. They saved us a plate of appetizers as well as a cocktail for when we came in. They managed the set up and helped with the clean up too. They really did think of everything, and they made our special day truly perfect. I would recommend this place to anyone.
I cannot praise Whitehall enough for how they handle weddings. I signed on with them one year before my wedding, and throughout the whole planning process I was so impressed by th...
eir professionalism, organization, and expertise in planning, coordinating, and running weddings.
The main reasons we chose to have our wedding at Whitehall are:
1. The venue is BEAUTIFUL, ROMANTIC, and CLASSIC.
2. I loved that we would have the whole property to ourselves for the whole day, including beautiful rooms for the bridal party and groomsmen to get ready (separately), and we would not be rushed out for another wedding before or after us. There were also many different rooms/coves/balconies/decks where people could go, instead of some of the other venues I went to see that had EVERYTHING in one big room.
3. The bride and groom can decide on THE DAY OF THE WEDDING whether they would like to have the ceremony INSIDE OR OUTSIDE, depending on weather. This was VERY important to me, (and unique!) since I really wanted to be outside for the ceremony but did not want the stress of having to deal with bad weather.
4. The staff (I worked mostly with Doug, but they are all excellent) KNOWS WHAT THEY ARE DOING. THEY ARE EXPERTS.
Throughout the year, I had many phone calls with Doug, many of which HE INITIATIED to make sure we were on track with the planning and not forgetting any of the details. He made himself very available and had great tips on selecting vendors (what questions to ask, who to use, etc.), the ‘flow’ of the wedding, and gave great ideas for decorations that he has seen at the MANY weddings they’ve hosted there in the past.
It was such a load off of the planning that they provide the venue, the catering, the staff, bartenders (but not the alcohol, which you can easily buy at wholesale price instead anyway, and not the dessert), linens, and more. Note that the catering (everything included except alcohol and cake) is about $100 per person, which brings the price up quite a bit, but it is definitely worth it, and the food is delicious – got lots of compliments.
YOU CAN’T GO WRONG IF YOU HAVE YOUR WEDDING AT WHITEHALL!
Plus, the photos will turn out beautifully! GOOD LUCK!
From our very first visit to Whitehall, my husband and I knew that it was the perfect place to host our wedding reception. Douglas gave us our tour and was so friendly and professi...
onal that we were immediately impressed. Throughout our tasting, site visit, planning meetings, and even pre-wedding drop off, he and his staff could not have been more courteous or attentive. He responded to every email in a timely and complete way, no matter how silly the question. He was also incredibly accommodating when my husband and I asked if we could have our engagement photos taken at Whitehall. His recommended vendor list is worth its weight in gold - every vendor selection we made based on that list gave us incredible service and value.
When we arrived at Whitehall after our church wedding, the grounds looked absolutely stunning. Our guests kept asking us how we had found such a perfect location. The manager on staff introduced himself to us at the beginning of the night and was very attentive, even bringing my husband an extra plate of appetizers to our table when he said how much he had liked them. The food was even better than at our group tasting, and the bar service was excellent. At the end of the night, everything was packed incredibly quickly and efficiently. My parents couldn't believe that they even sent us home with boxed up leftovers of the (delicious) food.
Overall, a wonderful venue which deserves every compliment. Our wedding reception was perfect and Whitehall was the perfect place to have it.
Gorgeous green scenery with tall towering trees for shade and a beautiful mansion with such a cool historic past. Take that and add the BEST food you'll have at a wedding and that...
's Whitehall. It compliments any theme you have and offers a great staff that really goes above and beyond to make sure you're taken care of. Douglas is great and very patient with all the questions you can dream up and so flexible with what he can help you with. I have nothing but the best comments from all my guests about the mansion, food and staff that made my day so incredibly easy. Thank you guys for all your hard work I will definitely be recommending you to anyone that gets married in the future! Best of luck!
The staff and venue were excellent! The food was amazing. Only a really small snafu happened that the guest probably didn't notice. Guests thought the venue and food were incredibl...
y. Loved picking this venue.
Not only is Whitehall Manor the most beautiful venue we saw before we decided to book it, but it was also the most reasonably priced! The property is gorgeous, quiet and very priv...
ate. Douglas the owner, was EXTREMELY flexible and very prompt with response with any questions I had. He also provided very helpful trusted vendor lists and guided us through every step. As our wedding day approached I emailed him almost every day and every day he emailed me right back with an answer and his door was always open. The food was also amazing, our guest commented on how delicious dinner was! I would recommend this venue to any and everyone-we had the most incredible wedding and this venue is very great about working with you as best they can. :) We had a wonderful experience, thank you Whitehall! :)
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Bluemont, VA
Whitehall Estate