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Willow Oaks Country Club is a wedding venue located in Richmond, Virginia that is rich in beauty, history, and tradition. With river vistas, old-world charm, and rolling hills, this venue provides a serene setting for a one-of-a-kind wedding celebration. We welcome the opportunity to create memorable celebrations for our members and their sponsored guests.

Facilities and Capacity
Willow Oaks has a grand clubhouse that incorporates history into its design and also comes with an expansive brick patio that has beautiful sweeping views of the land and the James River. The banquet rooms can accommodate up to 350 guests for a standing reception or 200 for a seated dinner. The spaces range from the intimate and charming old house to larger ballrooms that overlook the sculpted golf course. Outdoor ceremonies can be held on the course, letting you and your guests experience panoramic nature views.

Services Offered
Willow Oaks Country Club has an on-site bridal attendant who will ensure that every detail of your wedding goes seamlessly. Their team of event planning professionals will assist you in designing a truly personal and unforgettable event that takes place in a remarkable setting. They are dedicated to meeting your every need, laying the foundation for your wedding while also making a lasting impression on your guests. On-site planning and audiovisual equipment is included in their packages.

Cuisine
The chef at Willow Oaks will let the couple choose from a variety of packages that each have excellent cuisine options. Work with the culinary team to build your own personal menu. Serving styles include seated dinners, buffets, and heavy hors d’oeuvres receptions.

Other Services
The country club is a private haven that offers tons of recreational activities for the entire family. Enjoy playing tennis on the eight superb outdoor courts, play golf on the superior golf course, and enjoy the extensive fitness and wellness center with your wedding party.

History
Willow Oaks began as a working farm in 1679 and was later sold off in 1768 where it changed owners over the next couple of years. Following the Civil War, the immediate area that is now the golf course became known as Granite for its underground resources of granite. Two union entrepreneurs acquired mining rights and began removing the stone that laid beneath underneath before the property was acquired by the Netherwood family in 1880, who used the granite for sculpting purposes. After being passed around to different families in the early 20th century, it finally opened up as the Willow Oaks Country Club in 1959. During the renovation the club unearthed piles of stone from its mining days and incorporated it into the architecture of the building, creating a property that blends the past and present together.

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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?

$2,650

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

$2,650

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?

$750

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

$750

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Country/Golf Club

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
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)
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?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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

Reviews of Willow Oaks Country Club

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
20 reviews
98% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
Karen
Karen Sent on 10/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding experience!

I LOVED having my wedding at Willow Oaks. Susan is amazing and I cannot praise her enough. I knew from our venue tour it felt right to have our reception at Willow Oaks. The space was beautiful and flowed nicely. The staff working our wedding were friendly and professional. There was a tropical storm on our wedding day so we had to make rain changes, and Susan handled everything, including coordinating with our vendors, so beautifully! Many of our guests raved about the food. Susan and Braden were accommodating and helpful. I wish I could get married again and relive the day at Willow Oaks! I highly recommend this venue. They make it so easy for the bride & groom to have an unforgettable wedding.
Emily
Emily Sent on 09/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Susan is amazing!

Where do I even start! Susan is literally a wedding coordinating angel. She is absolutely meant to be in this industry! She radiates joy and kindness every time you see her and makes the entire process of planning a wedding SO smooth! Not only is she great with communication, you can tell she genuinely cares about each of her couple's having a perfect wedding day! On top of how amazing Susan is, every other person we came in contact with during our wedding planning process at Willow Oaks was friendly and kind! The venue is beautiful and our guests are still talking about how the food was the best wedding food they've ever had! If you are considering this venue, look no further!!! Thank you Susan + Willow Oaks!!
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 11/21/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Everything was PERFECT!

I want to start by saying that Susan Birckhead, the Catering Director at Willow Oaks, is a godsend. There are SO MANY reasons to choose Willow Oaks as your wedding venue, but she is by far and away the best one.

The area surrounding the club is absolutely breathtaking, especially in the fall. The trees all around the club really showcase Virginia’s vibrant fall colors in all of their splendor. When we first toured the venue, the only concern I had aesthetically speaking was inside of the clubhouse. However, Susan assured me that they were renovating these things in the months to come. Sure enough, the inside is beautiful now. It features neutral colors that suit any color scheme.

Aside from how beautiful the venue is, the service is even more incredible. Every time we went there to show the venue to our friends and family, every single staff member we encountered was not only pleasant, but went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. Did I mention that Susan is the best human on the planet? As an example - something that was incredibly important to my now-husband and me was that our dogs be part of our big day. Unlike ANY other venue we toured, not only did Susan allow us to bring our dogs - she was completely THRILLED to let them be a part of our ceremony. She even allowed them to hang out (not in a crate) with us while we got ready. This meant that I had my fur babies with me while I got my hair and makeup done and got dressed, and it made for some SUPER cute photos. This was just one of the hundred ways Susan made me feel comfortable, confident, and relaxed. Emily, our day-of coordinator was amazing, on top of it, also loved our dogs, and made sure everything happened exactly as I wanted it. Between her, Susan, and the rest of the WOCC staff, not a single wish of mine went ungranted that day. They even sent us home with a WOCC cooler packed with goodies and food for that night in case we got hungry. I never imagined that we would have a staff that cared so much about us, our big day, and our guests. Half of the staff cried during our vows, and then got teary-eyed again during toasts. This is a group of genuine people who do whatever they can to make sure their guests are not just satisfied, but happy and having a great time.

In addition to all of these incredible things, Willow Oaks was also the most affordable option of the venues we toured. Not to mention, their package included everything - delicious food options, an extensive and inclusive bar package (that they’re already staffed to serve, mind you), the wonderful works of Susan, a day-of coordinator, and an entire staff to make sure everything you want goes off without a hitch. Their staff set up ALL of our decor, they served the wedding party in a plethora of ways, and they took great care of our other vendors. They had a pretty great selection of decor that they offered to let us use as part of our package, including a bird cage, easels for signage, table mirrors, and even framed table numbers.

I am genuinely thrilled with our selection of venue. We had ZERO issues through the entire process, from booking to the day after. Everyone accommodated us in every way we could have asked for and went above and beyond the call of duty. I cannot recommend this place enough, and neither can my in-laws. Do yourself a favor and tour this astounding venue - especially if you’re looking for somewhere to get married.

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Willow Oaks Country Club frequently asked questions

Willow Oaks Country Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Willow Oaks Country Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Willow Oaks Country Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Willow Oaks Country Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Country/Golf Club
Willow Oaks Country Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Willow Oaks Country Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Willow Oaks Country Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Willow Oaks Country Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Willow Oaks Country Club is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.

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