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Erica Williams Wedding Specialist
Erica Williams Wedding Specialist
Event Sales Manager

32 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

*For a limited time, we are offering 25% off venue rental at our amazing property! Offer is valid for available dates through 3/31/26. Terms and conditions and blackout dates may apply. Cannot be applied to previously contracted events or combined with other offers or discounts.*

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Situated in Warrenton, Virginia, Airlie is a countryside retreat and farm as well as an idyllic venue fitting for timeless weddings. It is conveniently nestled 50 miles outside of Washington D.C., making it accessible to many throughout the area. Spread out across 300 acres and brimming with history, the location offers romance and everlasting appeal, making it ideal for wedding celebrations.

Facilities and Capacity

The staff at Airlie encourages couples to bring their creativity. The team prides itself on the versatility of the event spaces, which provide a canvas for a variety of wedding ideas. Here, sweethearts can bring their style and find room to showcase it. There are indoor and outdoor event spaces available, all of which are featured against the pastoral landscape of Virginia. Up to 180 guests can be accommodated for a special occasion here. Outside, love birds can express their love and commitment in the Formal Gardens or the Butterfly Garden. Meanwhile, Smokehouse and Lakeside Tent, the Pavilion, Heritage, Market, and Airlie House offer covered or interior spaces for a couple’s nuptial event.

Services Offered

The staff seeks to support sweethearts throughout their event at Airlie. The team offers an all-inclusive package that covers linens, dinnerware, tables, and chairs. Couples also have access to dressing rooms and overnight accommodation. The options are plentiful for how couples can customize their menu, the layout, or the timeline of their celebrations.

Cuisine

The culinary creations served at Airlie are bursting with freshness. The ingredients for the dishes are sourced from the farm on the location or nearby producers. This extends to beverages as well with their garden-to-glass concept. Using ingredients grown in the Organic Garden, such as herbs, the bartenders can craft a specialty drink for your event.

Accommodation

There are multiple rooms and cottages which can be booked for overnight accommodation here. They offer luxury and comfort, with contemporary amenities in a historic setting. The interior design effortlessly bridges the gap between historic charm and modernity, for a relaxing and restful stay.

History

Airlie House was founded by Harry Connelly Groome in 1899. The original structure was lost to fire and constructed again in 1924. Both the house and the surrounding gardens have for the most part been preserved. In 1961, the estate was transformed into Airlie Center and earned the moniker, “Island of Thought.” Here, activists met to promote positive change for civil and human rights. To this day, the estate serves as a gathering place for numerous activities, while also functioning as a working farm.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$15,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$750

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$44

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

15

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

20

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December

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Airlie is a stunning, versatile wedding venue with beautiful grounds and multiple event spaces ideal for full weekend celebrations. Guests praised the accommodating staff, excellent in-house catering, on-site lodging, and attention to detail that eased planning. A few noted occasional response delays, but most said the day came together beautifully.

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Airlie is a stunning, versatile wedding venue with beautiful grounds and multiple event spaces ideal for full weekend celebrations. Guests praised the accommodating staff, excellent in-house catering, on-site lodging, and attention to detail that eased planning. A few noted occasional response delays, but most said the day came together beautifully.

Alexis
Alexis Sent on 04/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our Dreams!!

I just had my wedding at the Airlie this past weekend and I want to start by saying WOW!
Everything down to the little details was perfect! And I have Marcela to thank for that. My now-husband and I had no idea what all goes into planning a wedding and Marcela made sure we checked everything off the list and had even the week before to pretty much relax before our big day. All our guests raved about how beautiful it was and how much fun they had, some even said it was the best wedding they've been to!
I also want to give a shout out to Dominique at the front desk who helped us NUMEROUS times while us and our guests stayed on the property.
Thank you Mac at Harry's who helped us move our Welcome Party on property last minute when our other plans fell through. It was a huge effort from everyone working at Airlie and we couldn't be more appreciative.
We look forward to many more Airlie visits in the future and would recommend it to any of our friends! :)
Savannah
Savannah Sent on 12/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Enchanted Evening

Airlie was hiding under my nose the whole time when it came to what I was looking for in a venue. They were so incredibly flexible and easy to work with. Airlie's natural surroundings and breathtaking location acted as the perfect canvas, allowing us to effortlessly bring our entire wedding vision to life. With the outdoor element being so important to me, you are surrounded by nature no matter where you go. The whole property is a hidden oasis and deserves more recognition. We could not have asked for a more beautiful day to get married. I love Airlie for the inclusivity of everything. You don't have to think twice for selecting a caterer because it's already in-house along with the set up, tables, linens, chairs, etc. Look no further for your dream location because Airlie has it all!
Cynthia
Cynthia Sent on 09/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, dreamlike wedding venue

I had my wedding at Airlie on labor day weekend and I have to say, I heard nothing but compliments about the venue.

The venue was absolutely GORGEOUS, quite literally it was like its own little world away from the business of the outside life. The places I decided to have my wedding were: The old post room for the bride getting ready area, the west room for the groom getting ready area, the garden room for the Chinese tea ceremony, the Airlie front lawn and butterfly garden for the normal ceremony, and the smokehouse and lakeside tent for the reception.

Overall, I had a really awesome time working with Airlie team in planning for the big day. We did call and decide things during the holiday season which caused a slight delay in responses but again, it was holiday season so 100% understandable.

Shout out to Erica for being an awesome sales rep/wedding planner. You were there from the very beginning of the planning phase all the way to the end. You helped us plan out the perfect locations for all the little segments of the day and I have to say, it all came out perfectly.

Also shoutout to the staff that helped us at tasting (I'm so sorry I can remember their names) but tasting was super helpful and the chef came at the end to ask us how everything was and we could ask all the questions we needed to right then and there.

Also to the rest of Airlie employee who helped us with location to location transport, helped keep the lake house floor sparkly clean despite the number of ducks present, helped setup the tables and chairs exactly how we wanted them to be. Just...thank you!!
M
Michelle Sent on 10/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding venue

Airlie was the perfect venue for our wedding. Airlie offers the ability to completely customize your event to fit your needs, and that is truly what helped make our wedding day so special. The amount of property allowed us to select the perfect spots for our ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, after party, rehearsal dinner, and getting ready spaces. There were so many food options, drink options, and additions you could select from. Our guests could not stop talking about the property and how beautiful it was. Many of our guests were from out of town, and truly enjoyed being able to stay at the venue and use Airlie’s amenities. We specifically worked with Kristy to plan our wedding, and she was absolutely wonderful to work with. She answered our (MANY) questions, helped us make selections that fit our event’s needs, and truly helped us achieve our dream wedding. Thank you Airlie and Kristy!
L
Liz Sent on 07/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for a Wedding Weekend

We had weekend wedding event at Airlie that included a rehearsal dinner in the Smokehouse/tent, a wedding in the Pavilion, and a breakfast in the Federal Room. We had most of the guests staying on-site and utilized both cottages for families. We worked with Kari on the contracts, Kristy on the details of the event/food/etc., and the front desk staff on rooms, and they all patiently responded to large emails full of questions and logistics. As the weekend approached, it became obvious that it was going to be hot, very hot. Airlie worked with us to add and change some things to make sure that we kept everyone safe and as cool as possible. The facilities manager was extremely helpful. Day of, the serving staff, the golf cart drivers, and the staff handling the TopGolf suite and the after party at Harry’s were awesome. It is a beautiful venue and perfect for a wedding weekend.
B
Brittany Sent on 08/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Day at Airlie

My husband and I were married at Airlie in August 2022 and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Kari was a delight to work with and helped us navigate the planning process with ease. Airlie provided us with a helpful wedding planning document that allowed my husband and I to stay organized and on top of the easy-to-forget details. We had a 7 month engagement, so this was really important to us! Airlie staff were able to accommodate our needs and wishes from the menu to the tent set-up, which made our wedding day absolutely perfect. Staff cleaned the tent and set up all tables to look stunning. The food was top-notch and probably the best wedding meal I've ever had (and I have worked for, planned, and attended many weddings over the years!) and the staff were incredibly helpful along the way. The Lakeside tent provided the perfect ambiance for a wonderful day with family and friends, and our photographs by the lake were priceless. I would highly recommend Airlie as a wedding venue to any friend or family member. They take special care to work with you on your vision for your special day. During the entire process, I felt very grateful for choosing them to host our wedding.
L
Lauren Sent on 06/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful grounds in the heart of Virginia countryside

I can't say enough good things about Airlie as our event venue. I was hesitant at first, but after touring and see the grounds in person, this garden oasis made the perfect sense to celebrate our wedding. We were lucky to get a great reception package and everyone on the Airlie team (especially Kari!) were so integral to making it the beautiful day I had hoped for. Don't hesitate to book with them!
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 02/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful fairy tale venue!

The Airlie is such a gorgeous venue. When I stepped onto the grounds I knew it was the perfect venue for me and my beloved. The guests LOVED the campus and that everything was so secluded and accessible. It’s like the perfect weekend wedding getaway at home! Staff and service was phenomenal and the chef was amazing! Everyone loved the food and desserts!
A
Alexander Sent on 09/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We had our dream wedding!

We loved having our wedding at the Airlie. We had both our ceremony and our reception there, and we were very happy with how both came out. Our ceremony was held in the formal gardens, and our reception was in the Pavilion. We had about 60 people, and both the ceremony and reception areas still had the intimate feeling we were hoping for despite being able to accommodate a much larger number of guests. As we went through the wedding planning process, we came to realize how much of an impact the venue itself can have on feel of the wedding, so we chose to let the beauty of the Airlie do the heavy lifting and spent a lot less on additional décor. We were really happy with how that decision came out, as we had many people tell us how beautiful our wedding was throughout the day. We also chose to add a fire pit rental (with smores) at the end of the night, and it was the perfect way to wind everything down and let people have the experience of an "after party" without having to actually account for another location and more logistics. More to that point, having everything be in one location was extremely convenient and one benefit we had not thought about beforehand. Finally, everything went very smoothly during the planning process and during the day of the wedding itself. We worked with Kari and appreciated her professionalism and responsiveness. Overall, we loved it. Driving away after our very first visit, we had a feeling of this venue being "the One", and we were certainly right to think so.
J
James Sent on 07/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fun and flexible

We hosted our small wedding at Airlie and thoroughly enjoyed it. The day started as a bit of a roller coaster with heavy rain causing us to switch our ceremony and reception locations. Luckily, Airlie was very flexible and offered us a backup venue that ended up working beautifully. The food was great and the staff were great.
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Erica Williams Wedding Specialist
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Airlie is on our list as one of our favorite venues in DC to work with. We’ve worked there for years and love the combination of beautiful locations to have the wedding outside and the gorgeous manor house, which proves to be the perfect backdrop for images. The locations for the wedding are exceptionally beautiful and they have everything from manicured grounds with gardens galore; a huge lake, complete with swans; waterfalls, stone fences and arches all around the property – and then there is the back of the house with the huge stairs and archways three stories high just perfect for photos with the ones you love. We’ve always found the staff to be exceptionally easy to work with, and the food has always been incredible. We also love how Airlie is set up so that you can have a beautiful wedding inside, too, either at the manor house or at inside the glass enclosed pavilion so it is perfect any time of year. I’ve watched over and over as they take great care of our brides, making sure their wedding is unforgettable. Joriana and I are always are super excited to work with any couple who is having an Airlie wedding because they stand out as a cut above.

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Airlie frequently asked questions

Airlie includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Airlie includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Airlie includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Airlie for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Resort
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Airlie offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Airlie offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Airlie offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Airlie offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Airlie is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in flexibility and 4.4 in average response time.
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