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Gramercy Mansion
Celebrating 25 years as a B&B and elegant wedding venue
    (99 Reviews)
1400 Greenspring Valley Rd
Stevenson, MD 21153 (map)
Services: Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
On-site catering: No
Outside catering: Yes
Maximum capacity: 200
 
 
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Alyse
Wedding:
09/04/2010
2 Reviews
4.7
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
Gramercy mansion was a beautiful venue for our wedding. We particularly liked the outdoor ceremony area. Our wedding was on the evening of Sept 4th, and everything was in bloom and looked spectacular!

The english tudor style mansion itself was beautiful and very unique as well. The mansion has so many quirky and cool artifacts that we decided to create a scavenger hunt for the kids (which adults played too), which was a hit! There is a large covered terrace on the back of the house which is where most people were seated for dinner, and it also would have been the back up rain ceremony area. The only time our 170 guests slightly overwhelmed the house was while we were dancing in the side room. People were definitely spilling out of that room, but people didn't seem to mind.

We also really liked the convenience of having the ceremony area, reception area, and lodging all in one location. That took a lot of stress out of the day and probably saved some money.

We worked with Bill Duffy to arrange everything at Gramercy for our wedding day, and he was also our officiant. He was very accommodating in both of those roles.

Overall, we had an awesome experience, and we would recommend this venue to anyone who really enjoys being connected to the outdoors, and likes a unique setting.

 
cindi
Wedding:
06/19/2010
6 Reviews
4.7
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
If you are getting married in late spring, summer, or early Fall, this place is magical and will create a fairy-tale wedding. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It is expensive, but creates a backdrop for a wedding like none other.
Unfortunately, they don't have a room for you to get ready in, so you have to pay to check-in to a room and either you and new hubby stay there, or a family member might want to. We chose the Blue Room Suite which overlooks the ceremony site and has plenty of room for all your bridesmaids and moms, etc. We got to watch the guests from our room as they arrived, so that was pretty cool.
You also have to pay extra if you want to have the ceremony outside! You would think that for the price that you could get ready there and the ceremony would be included, but it wasn't. However, everything was worth the money because it was so gorgeous.
I also wish that we could have rented it longer, but the 11pm cut-off is understandable since there are other guests who are staying the night there.
Breakfast in the morning was DELICIOUS!!! And you get to sit there and reflect on the previous night's events in the same spot where it all just happened, which was really cool to be able to do.
 
Pat
Wedding:
06/19/2010
6 Reviews
4.7
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
The staff at the Gramercy were very accommadating on our special day. They were friendly and they set up beautifully. Everything was absolutely gorgeous and went as planned!
 
Susan
Wedding:
06/12/2010
5 Reviews
4.7
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Value:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
Beautiful location. Our guests are still raving about the garden-style setting and the ceremony surrounded by flowers! We loved the Mansion and are looking forward to returning on our one-year anniversay to stay in their rooms again. Rooms are a bit pricey.
 
Becca1
Wedding:
03/24/2012
2 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Professionalism:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
Amanda was wonderful and took care of everything that we needed help with including running the rehearsal for us. The Gramercy was beautiful and we got some great pictures and our wedding was prefect. Couldn't have asked for a better venue and service. I would recommend the Gramercy to any bridge and the vendors on their list especially Hunt Valley Cattering and C& J entertainment were wonderful.
 
Amy
Wedding:
10/10/2010
6 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
We had our ceremony only at The Gramercy Mansion in the Lower Gardens. It was absolutely beautiful! The gardens were well kept, and the flowers were breathtaking! We said "I do" in front of a beautiful trellis owned by the mansion; the chairs were set up wonderfully for the intimate ceremony.

The staff was fabulous. They endured all my phone calls, visits, and questions as the special day grew closer. We also stayed the night in the Tudor Room, and the service was outstanding! (Breakfast was fabulous too)!!!

The ceremony only set-up was a little pricey, I thought, even though it is relatively comparable to other places. I would still recommend this location to others looking for a beautiful, joyous place (whether inside or outside) to make their vows to one another. I will have such precious memories of our wedding day thank to the staff and the setting.
 
elewis18
Wedding:
06/27/2009
5 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
Provided us with the perfect place for the wedding and reception. Weather was fantastic, ceremony and setting was beautiful. A definite recommendation to those looking for a picturesque event.
 
KellyVi
Wedding:
03/14/2009
6 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:3.0 out of 5.0(3.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Officiant, Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
This was a beautiful place to have a wedding! The staff there was so helpful and friendly. We were able to visit several times to look at the space, and could do so on very short notice. They have several officiants on staff who (for an extra fee) can perform your ceremony. This is also a bed and breakfast, so we were able to stay here on our wedding night, and our families were also able to stay here. The breakfast is also amazing! I'd highly recommend Gramercy if you're looking for a somewhat eclectic, yet elegant country location that is very convenient to get to in the Baltimore area.
 
Bort
Wedding:
08/16/2008
5 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:3.0 out of 5.0(3.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
The Gramercy Mansion had everyting we were looking for in a wedding venue. Their grounds and gardens are incredible for an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour but the inside of the mansion was just as beautiful which meant that nothing would be compromised if weather mandated that we'd have to be indoors. Luckily the weather was perfect.

The ceremony area is not crowed but perfectly framed by the gardens making it extremely intimate amongst the vast and lush grounds. And their dinner area was what sold me. The patio is basically outside but has a permanent tent roof in case of any bad weather. The open arches are filled with giant fern plants and other glowers which means you don't need a lot of flowers to improve the area.

The staff at the Mansion was always available and knew weddings there like old pros, putting to rest any stress or questions I had about it. Their B&B rooms are unbelievable, each one unique and indulgent.

My only gripe would be that we had to end our wedding by 11pm. This is standard for most places but it still would have been nice to dance for another hour. Though we were all welcome to hang out there the rest of the night.

The cost for the Mansion wasn't cheap and you have to pay extra for the ceremony and addition time but it was well worth it. I think the place really inspired the entire day. I would certainly recommend this place for any wedding.
 
MShaw
Wedding:
04/26/2008
5 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:3.0 out of 5.0(3.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
First I will explain my only negative comment to get it out of the way: it was difficult to get a hold of them several times and an email address for the manager(s) would have been nice! It turns out I probably did not "need" to get a hold of them and they call you if they have any questions/comments. No news is good news! But it would have eased my pre-wedding jitters a bit!

And now for the rave review!

Gramercy Mansion is a beautiful setting for the most important day of your life! The staff handle every aspect of your wedding, and allowed me to enjoy planning for my wedding. The rooms are beautiful and the breakfast is delicious! Gramercy provided a romantic, unique, and breathtaking wedding ceremony and will always hold a special place in my heart.
 
RAE
Wedding:
10/12/0208
7 Reviews
4.6
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Flexibility:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Services Used:
Officiant, Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
We had a wonderful experience working with the staff at Gramercy Mansion. Our wedding was absolutely perfect. I would recommend an outdoor ceremony, as the grounds are beautiful. Much better looking outside than inside. The camelot room is very romantic. The stuffed goats are disturbing.
 
MayBride
Wedding:
05/05/2012
1 Reviews
4.5
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
We had our ceremony and reception at the carriage house. It was a beautiful venue and many of the guests commented on how nice it was. Our only complaint was that a lawn mower was running in the area where we were taking pictures just before the ceremony. I would recommend renting a room at the mansion to get ready in.
 
Melissa
Wedding:
10/22/2011
7 Reviews
4.5
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Value:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
We had both our ceremony and reception at the Carriage House at Gramercy Mansion. With our budget and our smaller guest list, this was an ideal venue. The outdoor ceremony space was perfect for us, and the Carriage House itself was just what we needed for our reception.
 
Aimee
Wedding:
09/04/2011
7 Reviews
4.5
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:3.5 out of 5.0(3.5/5.0)
Flexibility:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
The Gramercy Mansion provided a wonderful ceremony and reception venue for us for our wedding over Labor Day weekend. The grounds in both the front and back of the B&B are carefully tended and stunning, particularly in the spring and summer. Although bad weather threatened all morning on our wedding day, we lucked out and had no rain at the time of our 5 pm outdoor ceremony, which was held in Gramercy's lower garden filled with blooming flowers, down a gradual series of brick steps. In that sort of setting, we did not need any other additional ceremony decorations. Afterwards, our guests enjoyed cocktail hour on the back lawn, ate dinner in the covered patio, and were free to roam around the inn and grounds during the reception. So many people commented on how unique and beautiful the venue was, and appreciated that they weren't all stuck in one room for the whole night.

It should be noted that Gramercy is a bit pricey considering they do not provide you with much else besides the venue itself, tables, and chairs enough for 150 guests. Brides who wish to get ready on premises must book a room for that day. We reserved two rooms, one for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready in (the Blue Garden Suite), and then a separate room for the groom and his groomsmen (the Country Room). I would highly recommend the Blue Garden Suite. It was not only incredibly spacious and luxurious, with three separate rooms and a spa tub in the bathroom, but also had a perfect view of the ceremony and cocktail hour sites behind the mansion. We had fun watching all our guests arriving and mingling together before the wedding began. Also, if you book a room, you are treated to a delicious, multi-course breakfast the next morning.

In terms of service and flexibility, the venue was helpful and accommodating. On the plus side, Gramercy allowed us to check into the men's getting-ready room early on the wedding day, and also permitted our liquor supplier to drop off the alcohol at noon on the day of the wedding. On the minus side, they were unwilling to store some of our other wedding-related items, such as favors, table numbers, and the guestbook the night before. Gramercy also requires you to pick from a list of approved caterers, but the list is fairly extensive and includes several affordable vendors.

Overall, we were very pleased with our choice and I would certainly recommend Gramercy to any bride looking for a beautiful and memorable ceremony and reception location.
 
tallsarah
Wedding:
08/08/2009
5 Reviews
4.5
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Flexibility:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
We loved the Gramercy! Our guests did too! We stayed the night and it was so nice to have our room right there to crash in and a lovely breakfast the next morning. The ceremony site is so lovely and natural, you don't need any extra decorations. The dancing room was also the perfect size, small enough that it felt intimate, but not too small that there wasn't enough room for people to shake a tail feather. Only complaints are (1) you can't stay too late, I think we had to be done by 11pm and I would have loved another hour to dance with my friends I hadn't seen in years and (2) I didn't really feel like there was one person who knew my wedding there...I got passed around to different people for different things, but...someone always answered the phone promptly and we got to tour when they were actually set up for a wedding, which was nice! Bonus perk, they engrave your name on a brick which lines their long walk, so you can come back to visit and reminisce whenever you feel like it! we can't wait to go back for a long weekend!
 
Sarah
Wedding:
10/25/2008
5 Reviews
4.5
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Responsiveness:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Professionalism:4.5 out of 5.0(4.5/5.0)
Value:4.0 out of 5.0(4.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Ceremony & Reception Venue
 
I really enjoyed my wedding, and the location was beautiful (despite the rain). The people who work at the Gramercy were very helpful in recommending other vendors to me and were always willing to let me come and view the location again so I got a good feel for the space. I highly recommend the Gramercy Mansion (in particular William Duffy, who is funny and nice and really helpful).
 
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