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Elegant. Intimate. Extraordinary. Perfect for intimate weddings up to 130.

Think beyond a traditional hotel or banquet hall! Barrington's White House is ready made for your dream wedding. This meticulously restored 1898 mansion in the heart of downtown Barrington is your private "home" for the night -- or the entire weekend!

The Grand Ballroom offers dramatic 16-foot arched ceilings and luxe gold chandeliers and accents. For up to 130 guests to eat, drink, and dance the night away. Perfect for hosting both your ceremony and reception.

For welcome receptions and cocktail hour, consider the home's first floor. Mix and mingle with your guests as you sip fabulous cocktails and nibble your caterer's delicious hors d'oeuvres throughout the flowing formal rooms. The Drawing Room, Dining Room and Fireplace Room are beautifully trimmed with the original oak for stunning photo backdrops. In the summer, your guests can enjoy the sweeping Cape Cod-inspired front porch.

Come early and get ready for your special day with your wedding party before the ceremony in your own private Bridal Suite complete with three oversized, luxurious bathrooms. The expansive suite offers plenty of space to relax and get ready, including a hair and make-up counter for three. And we haven't forgotten the groom and groomsmen. He/They have their own mahogany-inspired Groom's Room on the first floor. Separate floors means you won't meet until your First Look on our Grand Staircase!

You and your guests will feel welcomed and at home. And you'll be the only couple for the night.

Amenities and Services
The mansion provides many upgraded amenties and services for all events and weddings:

  • Upgraded gold Chiavari chairs included (value $9.50 per chair; $1,235 value for 130 chairs)
  • Assorted tables and house furniture for custom configurations
  • Dance Floor (value $200)
  • Use of Grand Piano, if desired
  • Unparalleled “First Look” and photo opportunities in our elegant mansion or by our beautiful native garden (additional outdoor photo opportunities available at various locations in beautiful Downtown Barrington)
  • Ability to leverage the culinary expertise of our full-service catering partners to fit your tastes and budget (vs. standard banquet fare)
  • Fully-equipped Caterer’s Dream Kitchen (no need for caterers to rent additional equipment)
  • Superior on-site staff and service to meet your guests’ every need
  • Dedicated & experienced event liaison on-site during event
  • Ample parking available; valet service available upon request for an additional fee
  • Pre-wedding consultations on catering, liquor, photography, layout, etc.
  • Extraordinary vendor partner recommendations to make your day flawlessly smooth and seamless


History
Barrington’s White House was built in 1898 and today holds a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion was once a home to John and Julia Robertson Jr., who entertained dances and Ladies Club meetings in the ballroom. The mansion is the Cultural and Community Center for Barrington, welcoming hundreds of guests weekly for performances, speakers and community events.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

$3,650

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

$3,650

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?

$3,650

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

$3,650

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$35

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

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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?

Bar Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

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?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

Reviews of Barrington's White House

Anne
Anne Sent on 09/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant, beautiful place to have a dream wedding

My wedding was an absolute DREAM because we had it here. Mary Salvo, the coordinator, helped us create the most beautiful wedding. The venue is spectacular and their preferred vendors were top notch. I will treasure our memories of this event. And we had no disappointments, which I'm told is rare.
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Sarah Sent on 04/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

INCREDIBLE wedding venue!

My husband and I saw a few other venue options before touring BWH, and it truly was love at first sight when we walked in. We really wanted a venue that was cozy and welcoming, that didn’t require a lot of decorations (when we first booked this venue we were living out of state, however that changed when we had to postpone due to COVID), and where we could do ceremony/cocktails/reception all in the same venue. BWH checked all of those boxes! We decided on this venue very quickly…and then COVID hit and we had to postpone our wedding a year. There were a few changes in BWH staff during that time, including Mary coming on as the coordinator instead of who we had originally been working with. When I say she (and everyone at BWH) were fantastic during this whole process, it is a huge understatement. Mary was so responsive every step of the way, and really worked hard to make sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted it to be. I am so grateful for her and so glad we were able to work with her! They were also able to honor the pricing from the original contract pre-COVID, which we were really grateful for. All of our guests loved the venue, and it really felt like being in someone’s home during the event (which we loved). I’m so glad we had our wedding at BWH - it was a dream come true!
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Cris Sent on 08/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Venue & Service

I cannot say enough about what a perfect venue this was for my niece’s bridal shower. From my first contact to the last minute this was an exceptional experience. The House itself is amazing. It’s traditional beauty remains intact but with all the modern updates you need at the same time; kitchen, restrooms, air conditioning, etc. The thoughtful consideration of the approved vendors made the selection of a caterer an easy task. This led to seamless communication between the two main players in this event. Mary Salvo stepped in as lead about 1/2 way through and we could not have been more pleased with her. Her willingness to accommodate our every need, her energy and enthusiasm were invaluable in the success of our day. It is difficult to meet my expectations and Mary and her team and this venue far exceeded them. Bravo Barrington’s White House!
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Geneva Sent on 08/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolute perfection.

Stunning, unique, perfection, and intimacy are all perfect words to describe the Barrington White House. The staff is also wonderful and made planning super easy. They were accommodating and really valued our wedding vision. I highly recommend!
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Lauren Sent on 12/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

The PERFECT rehearsal dinner/welcome drinks venue!

We used Barrington's White House for our rehearsal dinner and a Welcome Drinks/Welcome Reception the night before our wedding and it was absolutely perfect. We used the third floor for our private rehearsal dinner (bridal party & family; approx. 30 people) and then following dinner, we all transitioned downstairs for a larger Welcome Reception for any/all guests in town early (approx. 50-75 people). Jennifer at the White House was so easy to work with; very responsive over phone/email and accommodating of our work schedules (we live in the city and had to do all of our walk-thru's during the evening or on weekends). The vendors that the White House partners with are also fantastic. We used Heybeck's for food/service and they were so easy to work with (very knowledgeable of the White House layout and kitchen capabilities). Overall, the White House has such a warm, inviting vibe that we simply could not wait to show it off to all of our friends & family - and boy did our guests love it too! For anyone who is looking for a unique, comfortable space with the capacity to host an entirely private evening the night before your wedding, look no further than Barrington's White House. I cannot say enough great things about our experience from start to finish.
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Louise Sent on 11/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Location for a Wedding Reception

Stupendous location for our daughter's wedding reception party, November 17. This is a magnificently restored mansion and feels like your very own home the moment you come in. Jennifer, the event manager, clearly loves her job and takes it seriously. She is kind, helpful, timely, professional, but incredibly friendly and caring. Our only regret is that she was ill the night of the party. We wanted her to see our finished production and share the joy. The house is perfectly suited for all needs, including easy access for our wheel chair bound matriarch. Thank you White House for making your house feel like our own. The guests were in awe as they climbed the broad staircase, appreciating the elegance of decor. The ballroom was perfect size for 75 guests with a dance floor. This is the first time I've ever planned a formal event and Barrington's White House was the perfect choice of venue. Thank you so much. It was like working with favorite family.
M
Mary Sent on 10/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Bryan and I had the pleasure of having our wedding at Barrington's White House last November! We knew we wanted a small, intimate wedding, but also knew that we didn't want a sit-down dinner type wedding. Barrington's White House was the perfect venue for us! We had our ceremony there and had a cocktail-reception type wedding. We had our wedding late November, and they had all of the holiday decorations up and it was stunning - inside and out (they asked us if we wanted the holiday decor or not). We booked the venue with Kelsey and everything else with Jennifer. They both were great to work with! Emails were replied promptly and they were great with any questions we had. We're so happy we had our wedding at Barrington's White House and loved working with everyone there!
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Barbara Sent on 08/27/2018
5 out of 5 rating
This is the perfect venue for an intimate elegant wedding!! Our son & daughter-in-law chose the location and could not have been happier with the outcome. We had a small event with 60 guests - but the location easily could have supported twice that number. This is a special location with special history and the beauty of the building only adds to the joy of the occasion!!
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Tatiana Sent on 07/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Barrington White House is absolutely incredible! The place is naturally beautiful and unique and it instantly caught mine and my husband's eyes. We knew immediately that this was where we needed to have our wedding. Jennifer, the event manager, was incredible throughout the entire process. She would answer and questions that we had throughout everything and was available at all times. All of our guests absolutely loved the venue too. If you are looking for something different and unique, and definitely intimate, Barrington White House is where you should look. You will not be disappointed!!
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Rufus Sent on 06/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
My wife and I absolutely loved our experience! Thanks Jennifer!

Rufus & Elizabeth Wood
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Barrington's White House frequently asked questions

Barrington's White House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Barrington's White House includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Barrington's White House for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
Barrington's White House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Barrington's White House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Barrington's White House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Barrington's White House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Barrington's White House is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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