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    Jennifer Sent on 05/06/2026
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    A dream wedding venue

    Airlie was our dream wedding venue. They catered to every idea I had for the wedding, and they made everything I thought impossible, possible! They give European-like architecture with a Versailles-style garden to complement. The luxury of having 3 different locations for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception in the Formal Gardens was perfect. The food and bar service was excellent and the food was excellent as well. Room and board for our guests was seamless and accommodating to every need. Even the bridal breakfast catering to the After party at Harry’s exceeded everyone’s expectations. I am so grateful to Airlie for giving my husband and I the best dream wedding we could ask for.

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Jennifer, thank you so much for your lovely review! We are truly honored to have been part of your dream wedding and are thrilled to hear that your experience exceeded expectations from start to finish!

    It means so much to know that you loved the Formal Gardens and the unique flow of the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception spaces. We are delighted that our team could help bring your vision to life and make even the “impossible” feel possible on your special day!

    We are so happy that you and your guests enjoyed the food, bar service, accommodations, breakfast, and after party at Harry’s. Creating a seamless and memorable wedding weekend is exactly what we strive for, and your kind words mean the world to us!

    Thank you again for choosing Airlie to celebrate such an important milestone. We wish you and your husband a lifetime filled with love, happiness, and beautiful memories together!

    Sincerely,
    Airlie Team
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    Alexis Sent on 04/16/2026
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    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! :)
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    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!

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Savannah, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are elated to hear that Airlie turned out to be the perfect venue for your most special day! It means the world to us knowing that we were flexible and easy to work with. We strive to make every bride and groom’s experience seamless from start to finish. We are so glad that our natural surroundings and breathtaking landscape aligned perfectly with your vision.
    We are especially glad that our all-inclusive offerings and amenities made the planning process smooth and stress-free for you. Creating an experience where couples can simply enjoy their day without worrying about the details is something we deeply value.
    Your kind words about the property being a “hidden oasis” truly warms our hearts. It was an honor to be part of such a beautiful celebration, and we are grateful for your recommendation. Wishing you both endless joy as you begin this new chapter together!
    Warmest Regards, Airlie Team
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    Cynthia Sent on 09/06/2025
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    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!!

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Cynthia, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and detailed review! We’re absolutely ecstatic to hear that your wedding weekend at Airlie was everything you hoped for—and more! It means the world to us that your guests had such great things to say about the venue, and we’re so glad you felt like Airlie was its own little escape. That’s exactly the kind of atmosphere we hope to create for every couple and their loved ones. It was truly a pleasure hosting your beautiful celebration across so many of our unique spaces—from the Old Post Room to the Lakeside Tent—and we're honored to have been part of such a meaningful day, including your Chinese tea ceremony. Erica and the entire Airlie team are so grateful for your kind words. We’re especially happy to hear that everyone—from our events staff to our culinary team—helped make your experience seamless, personal, and memorable. We'll be sure to pass along your appreciation. Thank you again for choosing Airlie for such an important milestone! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and beautiful memories! Warmest Regards, Airlie Team
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    Michelle Sent on 10/18/2024
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    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!

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    Dear Michelle,
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Airlie was the perfect venue for your wedding. It’s great to know that the customizable options and beautiful spaces contributed to making your day so special. We’re especially glad that Kristy could assist you throughout the planning process—she truly is a gem! We appreciate your kind words and are delighted that your guests enjoyed their time at Airlie. Congratulations on your wedding, and we wish you all the best in your future together!
    Sincerely,
    Airlie Team
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    Liz Sent on 07/11/2024
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    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.

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Liz,

    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Airlie for your wedding weekend. It's fantastic to know that Kari, Kristy, and the rest of our team were able to assist you with all the details and logistics, and that we could adapt to the hot weather to keep everyone comfortable. We'll make sure to pass along your compliments to our staff, from the serving team to the golf cart drivers and the TopGolf suite crew. Your feedback truly means a lot to us, and we're delighted that Airlie was the perfect backdrop for your special celebration. Congratulations again, and we wish you a lifetime of happiness! Please feel free to reach out to sales@airlie.com to book your complimentary hotel room!
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    Brittany Sent on 08/10/2023
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    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.
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    Lauren Sent on 06/15/2023
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    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!
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    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!
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    Alexander Sent on 09/11/2022
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    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.
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    James Sent on 07/21/2022
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    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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    James Sent on 07/10/2022
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    My favorite wate staff of all time!

    Tremendous bar&wate staff is the best I ever experienced! Duck tape for a fail shoe, a golf cart ride when lost, a glass of iced tea especially brewed for me.
    The kindness, thoughtfulness and going the extra mile beyond my expectation. I love this staff! No, I am not drunk!
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    Caitlin Sent on 11/02/2021
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    Airlie Saved Our Wedding

    Please check out Airlie for your wedding celebrations!! We had originally planned to have our wedding at a different venue, but due to unfortunate circumstances, we needed to find a new venue exactly one month before the wedding. The Airlie graciously took us in and was able to plan THE EXACT wedding we had been dreaming of for the last two years. The entire staff was so friendly, supportive and helpful. Special shout out to Kari who helped facilitate our whole weekend - I often referred to her as my Fairy Godmother. Airlie made it SO easy to be a one-stop-shop for our rehearsal dinner, welcome party (for folks in town Friday night), getting ready for the wedding, BEAUTIFUL photos, ceremony/reception, after party, and hotel accommodations. Our family coming in from out of town loved that they didn't need to drive all over the place for each event, and our friends from the DC area loved that they could escape the city for a weekend. We got so many compliments on the venue. I hadn't originally planned to have my wedding here because it's a huge property and I wanted something more private.. but I was wrong. The Airlie felt SO private because it's so big you're separated enough from the public that you don't even know they're there. If I had to plan my wedding over again, I would have chosen this venue from the start. :)
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    Blake Sent on 10/26/2021
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    Dream wedding weekend!

    Our wedding weekend at Airlie was a complete dream! From the rehearsal dinner to the wedding day and the day-after breakfast, Airlie exceeded our expectations.

    We booked Airlie in fall 2019, before the pandemic, and had to reschedule our initial date. Not only did Airlie accommodate our request, they never charged us a postponement fee or additional costs of any kind, which is rare (especially given the tough business environment facing so many venues). As we dealt with more pandemic-related planning curveballs, Airlie continued to be flexible, accommodating, and kind, going above and beyond to make our weekend as lovely as possible. We need to give a special shout-out to LYDIA, who not only helped us with all of this along the way, but who seemed so genuinely thrilled for us to be getting married at Airlie—it was very sweet and meant a lot to us.

    Beyond the accommodating nature, the ACTUAL EXPERIENCE of getting married at Airlie is one we will cherish for the rest of our lives. What an amazing environment for us to be with so many loved ones for the first time in years. The rehearsal dinner in The Market at Airlie (gorgeous industrial space!) created such a warm and community-focused start to the weekend. The buffet was also UNREAL—the Airlie catering staff pulled off short rib, seafood bouillabaisse, and other potentially tough dishes in a supremely delicious way. The beautiful lake view and fire pit at The Market really topped off the evening.

    We rented the Groome’s Cottage to stay in for the weekend—it’s a lovely getting ready space because there is a nicely sized lounge area and a deck (in addition to private rooms). The bride, her mom, and 10 women of honor were able to comfortably spend all day together in this space and really make themselves at home! The groom and his people of honor got ready in the Game Room by the pool. This was also very fun; they played pool, chess, and foosball. Both groups also ordered lunch from Airlie—sandwiches, wraps, etc. It was all DELICIOUS—energizing, filling but not too much so, and so fresh! (Honestly, all of the food we had was actually even better day-of than it was at our tasting.)

    There are so many stunning spaces at Airlie. Our guests later reported that they had a great time exploring the property. And we loved being able to have our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception in different parts of the venue. One thing that appealed to us early on when we were deciding on a venue was that Airlie staff always made us feel so welcome as we visited the property, and that spirit was present during our wedding weekend as well. They even added hooks to the reception space to accommodate a design request.

    Finally, the breakfast on Sunday was delicious and excellent fare for hangovers. A+ all around. In all seriousness, we will forever treasure our dream wedding weekend at Airlie.
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    Megan Sent on 07/15/2021
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    Unforgettable weekend!

    What’s not to love about the Airlie? You won’t regret booking this venue.
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    Whitney Sent on 09/24/2020
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    Best wedding location!

    Airlie is absolutely beautiful!! I got married in the formal gardens and I could not have asked for a more prefect setting. All of my guests fell in love with the place! Your guests can stay there on the property. The staff was awesome and the food was delicious. I highly recommend booking your wedding there!!

    Airlie's reply:

    Whitney, everyone here at Airlie is so happy that you and Scott had a great experience. You were a pleasure to work with and we wish you every happiness.
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    Andrea Sent on 08/28/2020
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    Five stars from Airlie's first couple after reopening from the pandemic shut down

    My husband and I were originally going to get married in May at Airlie, but due to COVID, we moved it to August and due to Virginia being open for events up to 250 we were on the hook for the wedding in August, unable to move it again. A couple of months ago when I thought about writing this review, I was planning on having some words to say because we went through a lot of different Airlie coordinators from booking in January of 2019 to moving our wedding in March of 2020 and the communication during that time was not always the greatest. My impression completely changed over the past few months.

    No one was prepared to navigating planning a wedding during a global pandemic, so naturally there were some bumps in the road and while we had wanted to move our wedding again, we knew that decision was up to Virginia and it was what it was. All we could do was reduce our guest count and put in as many safety precautions as possible for the day (we were a very pro-mask-as all people should be-wedding). Airlie ended up being incredibly cautious and responsive to our extra precautions we wanted in place. Not only is it already such a beautiful, predominantly outdoors venue, they let us reduce our guest count in June (including getting money back), put sanitizer stations all over the grounds, food guards by the food, created a seating plan to ensure those not of the same household were seated six feet apart, enforced wearing masks indoors and when not 6 feet apart, and closed the grounds so that we were the only guests on site. Lydia, our coordinator, could not have been more empathetic and helpful and we genuinely felt supported by all the Airlie staff we worked with in the weeks leading up to the wedding. They even helped us problem solve when the bulk of our desserts had to be canceled the night before the wedding due to a possible COVID exposure. Airlie's chef ended up adding in a ton more desserts last minute at no extra cost (since we had paid for more people than were actually attending at that point). We had the most beautiful, COVID-compliant wedding and felt incredibly special all weekend. We are also happy to say that all our precautions were successful and not one person contracted COVID from our wedding (everyone monitored for symptoms and a lot of people got tested after just to be safe)! While I would never wish having to plan a wedding in the middle of a pandemic on anyone, I am so happy to say that Airlie helped us create the most healthy and beautiful day we could ask for!

    ***I've included some photos by our amazing photographer (VNess Photography) that hopefully capture some of the safety precautions and still show off how gorgeous the day was!
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    Wendy Sent on 10/25/2019
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    Beautiful Venue

    Airlie is a beautiful venue and very easy to work with! They were very flexible regarding how we wanted to do everything for our special day.
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    Jan Sent on 11/28/2018
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    Perfect spot for a weekend wedding fest

    A perfect spot for the entire weekend. It was a destination wedding an hour from DC, what could be better? Great rehearsal dinner at the Smoke House, casual and fun, the next day bride and groom lunches and prep while guests and some of the bridal party rode bikes, did some skeet shooting, played tennis and wandered the grounds. So much fun. Had sodas and beer in upper garden with yard games set up (partially to encourage guests to arrive early and not get hung up with Route 66 traffic) Ceremony in lower garden then a wonderful reception, dancing, dinner and amazing apple pie with ice cream for dessert. Brunch the next day was super. Food was great, service perfect. Guests really enjoyed the location, grounds, food and getting away from the city. Easy accessibility from Dulles for out of town guests. Can't think of anything negative to say.
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    Alli Sent on 09/13/2018
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    Airlie is incredible! The venue is gorgeous, the food is delicious, and the staff is so nice. Quaid was an absolute joy to work with throughout the wedding planning process, and he is professional, helpful, and responsive. Would highly recommend!
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    Rachel Sent on 09/06/2018
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    Airlie is SUCH a beautiful property and totally a hidden gem in the beautiful scenic area of Virginia! The spaces they have are akin to something you'd find in an english garden overseas and the manor and rooms are like the high end resorts you'd find in Charlottesville or Nantucket! Quaid was so helpful every step of the way in ensuring the wedding was smooth and flawless from start to finish. Couldn't ask for a better venue, team or location!!!
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    Airlie is SUCH a beautiful property and totally a hidden gem in the beautiful scenic area of Virginia! The spaces they have are akin to something you'd find in an english garden overseas and the manor and rooms are like the high end resorts you'd find in Charlottesville or Nantucket! Quaid was so helpful every step of the way in ensuring the wedding was smooth and flawless from start to finish. Couldn't ask for a better venue, team or location!!!
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    Debbie Sent on 07/28/2018
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    Can't say enough wonderful accolades about Airlie for a wedding venue. My daughter was married there last month, and thanks to Shiloh and her team, it literally went off perfectly. In addition to how professional and friendly everyone is, Airlie is beyond beautiful. The gardens/flowers/main house/pond/reception venue, everything is perfect. I would say that at least 30 of our guests stayed the weekend there, which was super convenient as we had the rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, an after party, in addition to the wedding service and reception there. Airlie is awesome!
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    My daughter got married three weeks ago at Airlie and it was absolutely wonderful. The venue is beautiful and the staff is wonderful. We booked about 15 months out and Shiloh worked with us the entire time answering any questions we had and professionally guiding us throughout the planning process. The event itself couldn’t have gone any better. The setup, food, service, and drinks were great. We booked with several of the vendors from Airlie’s preferred vendor list and were delighted with their services. Many of our out-of-town guests stayed on-site for the weekend and everyone was happy with their accommodations and spent a lot of their time visiting each other at Harry’s and loved the space and service.
    I’m sincere in saying that if you want a truly top notch and beautiful venue – you should definitely book your event at Airlie. My special shout goes to Shiloh – You were wonderful and we will never forget your guidance and care you gave us!!!!
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    Shane Sent on 07/17/2018
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    Our wedding at Airlie was pretty perfect from start to finish. Shiloh and her team run a tight ship and all of the boxes were checked along the way. From the tour months before, tasting, walkthrough, rehearsal day, welcome party, wedding day and reception - all were all executed flawlessly. Our guests most enjoyed spending the weekend together onsite. The Airlie property is picturesque and very well maintained. They try to locally source much of the food on the menu, which was also a big hit. We also credit Shiloh with recommending us to our day-of-coordinator Amanda at White Pumpkin. In fact, all of our vendors were well versed with the Airlie property and staff, making everything easier. We plan to spending the weekend at Airlie for our anniversary weekend next May.
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    Aileen Sent on 06/01/2018
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    Airlie makes magic happen! Every detail of my daughter's wedding went just as she had dreamed despite the weather. My worries about the change to tenting the ceremony and the cocktails were completely taken care of by her team. The ceremony looked amazing; the lanterns, candles, and flowers, were even more magical under the tent with the rain. Our worries that the cocktails had to be moved to the Pavilion and the decorations would not be there were somehow magically taken care of. The reception was beyond beautiful; just gorgeous in every way. Guests raved about the food, the venue, the band. It was a beautiful evening.

    Shiloh has a very demanding job, but is able to handle it with a smile and gracious calm. We were especially thankful for that as we were a bit frenzied by the rain. Our reluctance on the day of to take the weather’s lead was, I am sure not unusual for Shiloh, but I am grateful that she was direct and professional. She stated that the guests did not know our vision which was on-target and made all the difference in our thinking of alternating plans.

    I can’t thank Shiloh enough for making this entire planning process a pleasure. Airlie should never ever lose Shiloh!
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    Jaclyn Sent on 05/18/2018
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    The entire wedding weekend was amazing! The staff at Airlie were always more than willing to help all my guests and myself. They were kind and patient and went out of their way to make everyone feel welcome. The food was outstanding. My guests are still talking about the food at Harry’s and how the food at the reception was the best wedding food they ever had! And last but not least Shiloh was my wedding coordinator throughout the months leading up to the wedding and I could not have been more lucky to have had her! She is the most patient and kind person and Iam so grateful to have had her help me seamlessly through everything. Thank you again to everyone at Airlie, we will definitely be back for anniversaries to come!
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    Mallory Sent on 10/16/2017
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    Airlie is by far the best venue I have ever come across. I searched for weeks, at least viewing 30 venues in my area, and nothing came close to Airlie. It's absolutely beautiful! As soon as we arrived I knew it was the place I wanted to remember the rest of my life. They have it all; multiple ceremony space, reception areas, amazing food, drink, accommodations on site, and activities galore! The staff is amazing, so helpful and kind. I worked closely with Shiloh and Quaid, the event coordinators, and they are outstanding! They made sure everything went perfect on our big day, and we can't thank them enough! Love Airlie, and we plan on visiting for anniversaries and get aways in the future!!
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    Elana Sent on 09/14/2017
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    No other venue in the DMV can hold a candle to Airlie! We had guests from 15 states and 5 countries, so we wanted the wedding to be not just a few hours, but a full weekend getaway. Our guests raved about the natural beauty, delicious food, and relaxing atmosphere. Some stayed for 4 days! Our ceremony was in the formal gardens and the reception was in the pavilion. Everything was perfect. The food was super local, fresh, and fancy. Best quality wedding food I've ever had. The pavilion is a beautiful space and everything was set up flawlessly the night before. The gardens were a beautiful setting for the ceremony and cocktail hour and guests loved wandering an discovering something new around every corner. I basically picked my venue based on what the photos would look like and Airlie has THE MOST gorgeous and varied backdrops. The best thing about Airlie is the people who work there. Everyone went above and beyond to make my day special and run smoothly: champagne was delivered at lightning speed, and the lady at the front desk even drove into town to get my package to the post office because I had just missed their mail pick up. Shiloh is a treasure. Sweet, organized, composed, responsive--I don't know how she does it! She took careful notes throughout and everything was set up exactly as I requested. She answered my MANY questions throughout the process and coordinated many complex aspects that other brides don't bother with. It's astounding how warm, friendly and relaxed this place is. 100% would choose again for my next wedding! haha jk.

    To balance the review, things Airlie could improve: the getting ready suite could use an update to add mirrors, large windows, and make it more photogenic; bartenders refused to pour straight shots (this may be VA law, but we were a Russian wedding, so it was a problem); not a fan of the giant fan in the pavilion; and tbh 22% is a very high service charge. All were minor and could not begin to dampen our best day ever!
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    Carla Sent on 08/20/2017
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    Airlie came highly recommended to us by some friends who celebrated their wedding there a few years ago. When we chose this venue for our daughter's wedding, they certainly didn't disappoint! Every attention to detail was spot on from Rehearsal Dinner to the Wedding Reception. Shiloh Wolfrey and her staff could not have been more accommodating. Our guests raved to us about the incredible food and the cheerful attitude of the entire staff. They also enjoyed continuing the celebration at the on-site pub after both the rehearsal dinner and reception. More than half of the guests were from out of town and it was so convenient for them to stay on site. If we had it to do all over again, we wouldn't have changed a thing! Look no further than Airlie for your big event!
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    Airlie was an absolutely fantastic place to hold our reception. The food was unbelievable, and our POC, Quaid, was on top of everything and super responsive to any questions we had. Everyone who attended the wedding raved about how beautiful Airlie was, and we can't wait to see how our pictures turned out from the gorgeous grounds at Airlie! Airlie's "all-inclusive" model also made the whole planning process much easier, as we didn't have to hire a separate caterer or bar staff or worry about set-up/take-down at all. Airlie isn't cheap - although we got a slight discount by doing our wedding on a Friday, and I know they also offer off-peak discounts - but it was worth every penny. Highly recommend this venue.
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    Alec Sent on 04/27/2017
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    Just had my wedding at Airlie. It is truly a top notch venue. The staff was very kind and willing to do anything we asked. If you go to tour ask for Shiloh she is amazing. From the first appointment to the day of she took care of everything for us. This was truly an all inclusive venue that goes above and beyond at everything. I would recommend to anyone!
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    Sally Sent on 01/30/2017
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    Airlie is the hidden gem of Northern Virginia! It is everything you could want in a wedding venue - gorgeous grounds for both your ceremony and reception, accommodations for family & guests, on-site catering and rentals, and the best staff imaginable. Airlie is beautiful in every season- the team will work with you to find the right space for your wedding, no matter the season or the size of your party. Shiloh, our Airlie contact, was the best - she was incredibly professional and prompt with her responses to my many questions! Airlie definitely knows how to run events beautifully. We didn't have to worry about a thing because we knew they had it covered. Day-of, Shiloh and her staff would check in to make sure we didn't need anything and to ensure we were satisfied. We could call the front desk at any time while getting ready that morning and someone would bring us whatever we needed. We definitely felt like Airlie was cheering for us and so glad to have our wedding weekend there.

    We loved starting off our wedding weekend with s'mores at the pub! It was so fun to have our families, bridal party, and out of town guests join us to hang out in the pub and game room on Friday night. It is so convenient to walk around Airlie - from the rooms to the manor house or the Pavilion is all in walking distance, but you can also hop on a bike or call the manor house and someone will come drive you! That was very convenient for elderly guests. It was so fun that our wedding guests could walk to and from all the wedding activities and we didn't have to worry about hiring transportation. The manor house, formal gardens and the Pavilion are incredible venues to have your ceremony & reception - they are so unique and absolutely stunning.

    Finding Airlie was the easiest and best part of planning our wedding. It felt like a destination wedding as you can spend the weekend celebrating with family and friends, but it's less than an hour from DC! Airlie is truly the best!
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    Outstanding experience. We had an amazing wedding and thanks to Shiloh Wolfrey, planned only in 5 weeks, everything worked out perfectly and without a hitch.
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    Alexandra Sent on 10/24/2016
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    The Airlie wedding experience was great for us, our families and all our guests. People have continued to compliment us on the experience that they had at Airlie! As the couple getting married, we were happy every step of the way.

    Shiloh was our onsite coordinator and she was AMAZING. She answered every question and email quickly and thoroughly. Shiloh was exactly the person I would want helping me if I had to do it all again. I really can't say enough nice things about her.

    As for Airlie, it was exactly the venue we hoped for. We wanted an outdoor venue, but didn't want a tent; a place where guests could stay on-site, and amazing views.

    The grounds are gorgeous and the bikes available all over the property were a guest favorite. My family rented the Groom's cottage and my husband's rented the Lakeside Cottage. Both were perfectly homey and very comfortable. The guests were excited that it wasn't just a hotel but instead it felt like a vacation.

    As for the food, multiple guests told us it was the best wedding food that they had ever had. They were accommodating of my dietary restrictions and every guest had a meal they were happy with. The buffet was the way to go. We are a family of foodies to we were more than happy.

    The staff were also so impressive. My sister is a sommelier and service manager at a well-known New York restaurant and she was impressed by the staff, which is saying a lot.

    The Pavilion which is where we had the reception was stunning. With the accordion glass doors open all the way around and the large wrap-around porch it was a great way for guests to enjoy either inside or outside without being too far away.

    Our rehearsal was also on-site at the Smokehouse Lodge and it was beautiful. It started the weekend off in the best way. Everyone relaxed fire-side and playing lawn games. Also the food was SO GOOD.

    We would recommend Airlie to everyone who asks and we can't wait to stay here every year for our anniversary.
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    Carly Sent on 09/20/2016
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    As an event planner myself, I appreciate other event planners and venues that take the time to really anticipate every need of their clients and guests. Working with Airlie was such a breeze from the time of the initial booking, to the execution of the event. They thought of every little small detail and took away a lot of the logistically headaches that are often associated with weddings. Shiloh was our event planner and she was incredibly responsive, detail oriented, and easy to work with. Airlie is a BEAUTIFUL venue and all of our photos look incredible. We even toured Airlie in February when the grass is dead and trees have no leaves and it was still so beautiful. So thrilled we chose this venue for our wedding.
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    User2425723 Sent on 09/17/2016
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    Our Airlie wedding could not have been more perfect! Having a venue that you know 100% knows what they are doing is the best thing you can ask for. We worked with Shiloh as our coordinator, and I can't say enough wonderful things about her responsiveness, professionalism, and talent. If you haven't visited Airlie- do it! If you have, then I can't imagine you are on the fence about selecting them as a wedding venue. There is truly nowhere more beautiful in the area! Having hotel accommodations on property, as well as an abundance of activities for your guests, shuttle service to and from lodging buildings, a pub, amazing restaurant, not to mention the beauty of the entire property, makes it the all around most amazing wedding experience for both you and your guests. We got so many compliments, and had guests tell us how they were going to plan their next weekend getaway there! The gardens were the perfect spot for our afternoon cocktail hour, providing shade to keep guests comfortable, and such a classy gorgeous environment. We had our reception in the pavilion, which also could not be more beautiful with the decorative lights, wooden structure, and the large eco fan. Airlie is the perfect serene environment to set the mood for a wedding, and the photo opportunities there are endless! With the professionalism of the entire staff, our wedding day went off without a hitch, and was completely stress free and enjoyable for us! We could not be any happier with our choice!
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    Joyce Sent on 09/14/2016
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    My daughter's wedding could not have been more beautiful or perfectly executed. Every detail was handled expertly. Our event coordinator and sales person Shiloh Wolfrey thought of everything before we did! Thank you thank you!
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    Susan Sent on 08/24/2016
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    The property is the most gorgeous thing you have ever seen. Our guests raved about the food. But the best thing is the staff! Every request I made got the response..."yes, and at no extra charge." That included special plates for vegetarians even though we had a buffet. That included a birthday cake for the best man. I LOVED working with Shiloh and everyone at Airlie. You have to see this place to believe it. All our out-of-town guests stayed at Airlie and they had a million fun things to do during the day before the wedding. The pool is adjacent to the bar and game room. Some went skeet shooting, or used the complimentary bikes, or walked in the butterfly garden. I really can't say enough about Airlie.
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    Stacey Sent on 05/21/2016
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    This venue is absolutely stunning! From the moment we walked in and saw the garden we knew it was the place for us!! We met with Tara and everything went very smoothly, she was accommodating as we were still searching venues and didn't rush us in making our decision. Once our decision was made she was extremely helpful and answered any question I had and helped us know what to expect.

    When it came to our food it was amazing - it just felt like it took forever to get to try our food - the tasting was three months before the wedding, which we were almost done paying for the wedding. It worked out because like I said it was incredible!!!

    Day of we were working with Brooks and they made sure we had met and worked well with my wedding planner - I had as well! As far as I know everything went smoothly - Tara was there for us up until the day of and then it was Brooks! I felt well taken care of and didn't worry about anything. When we arrived the morning of in the old post room everything was amazing! The chairs were all set up for us to get ready, we had drinks galore, and coffee etc! Then they brought us some snacks which were great!! We then got our lunch and that was over the top!!! My girls and I never went hungry!!!

    I have heard nothing but great things about the stations buffet and cocktails. Everyone enjoyed themselves and it was the perfect wedding!! I would recommend them to everyone and it was well worth the cost to not have to stress over every little detail!!!!
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    User2456427 Sent on 11/23/2015
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    Where do I start... we were SO HAPPY with Airlie, from start to finish! We worked with event manager, Tara Henson, at Airlie and we were beyond happy to work with her. She made the entire process fun and went out of her way to make things work specifically for us.

    We understand that we are only one of numerous weddings at Airlie every year, but everyone there made us feel like royalty, as if we were the only ones getting married there. That said, you can tell that events are their business - they were absolute pros and everything went seamlessly, even when locations had to be changed last minute due to weather.

    From the food (both rehearsal and reception), the lodging, the on-site "shuttles" at your service, and the amazing service from every person, we were "wow'd" and so were our guests. We received so many complements on how wonderful our venue is, and we're honestly hoping to crash someone else's wedding there we loved it so much!! :-)
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    Sarah Sent on 09/13/2015
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    Extremely easy to work with, very timely responses, gorgeous place!!
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    Kim Sent on 05/02/2015
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    Lisa Albert was our sales manager at The Airlie for my daughter’s wedding on 4/25/15. Lisa was wonderful to work with and very responsive to my emails; she was so accommodating and knowledgeable about the property. Shiloh, our F&B Manager and the rest of the staff and front desk staff were also terrific – they all worked so hard to make our weekend run smoothly! This is THE MOST BEAUTIFUL property in which to hold a wedding. It is scenic and rustic with beautiful stone walls, stone bridges, rolling hills and beautiful landscape. Lake Stanley provides a wonderful backdrop for photos, as well as the Spanish Steps on the back of the main Airlie House.

    The Formal Gardens are beautiful for an outdoor ceremony, but they also provide an indoor space for bad weather. The octagonal shaped Pavilion is wonderful for the reception with all the glass doors, which can open, surrounding the room. The Airlie is a one-stop place for weddings and it was so nice to have all the conveniences in one place. We held our rehearsal in the Formal Gardens and then the rehearsal dinner at The Smokehouse. The Smokehouse is so beautiful next to the water. They have Adirondack chairs surrounding the fire pit and they provide corn hole and other games.

    The guests rooms are all on the property. I rented the Grooms Cottage – one of the 2 cottages on the property. It was little pricey, but it was worth it to have all my family together. Four of us shared the cost of the four rooms, so that helped.

    There is also a pub, pool and exercise room on the property. They provide bicycles all over the property that anyone can use. Everything is there is one place…you couldn’t ask for more! Everyone just walked to all functions on the property and didn’t have to move their cars. Guests checked in on Friday and left on Sunday. Breakfast is provided each morning in the main Airlie House dining room.

    The Airlie Center is truly a magical place!




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    Elizabeth Sent on 04/23/2015
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    Airlie was the absolutely perfect venue for our wedding. All our guests loved the setting, the food, and the service. Cannot recommend highly enough!
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    Laura Sent on 11/14/2014
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    We held both the ceremony and reception at Airlie Center this November and both events were exceptional. The Airlie Staff was wonderful and the venue is gorgeous! In additon to being Mother of the Bride, I was also the wedding planner and so I can rate the entire process as well as the event itself as seamless and perfectly executed. Our Airlie event manager, Lisa, was wonderful and the entire staff, including the chefs (great food!) and support staff did a terrific job. Several of our guests stayed the night at Airlie and we have heard nothing but compliments from them. Our events at Airlie exceeded our exprectations and our daughter told us it was the "wedding of her dreams". We are highly satified with the Airlie Center and their staff.
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    Sara Sent on 07/28/2014
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    This place is the gem that you never new was so close to DC! It's such a great spot - formerly a 1200 acre plantation, it has expansive grounds and best part - 150 rooms! So - everyone can stay on property. It's like a little retreat for you and your family. There are tons of activities and spots to check out - formal gardens, butterfly garden, bicicyles on property for guests, fishing (they provide the equipment), skeet shooting, their organic garden where their produce is grown for the food, among many other things. We used the Smokehouse for our Rehearsal Dinner and the formal gardens/pavilion for our wedding. The staff was amazing to work with - particularly Lisa , Michael, and Floyd. They provided us with incredible service and made the weekend so special for my family and friends.
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    Catie Sent on 07/13/2014
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    I am so thankful we decided to have our wedding at Airlie!! There are several areas to hold weddings at but the entire facility is absolutely gorgeous! Brittany was our coordinator and I honestly could not have pulled off such an amazing day without her help. She was very responsive and helped me through so much of the planning process. Brittany was very upfront with what we could and couldn't do at Airlie which I really appreciated. When it came to the day of, all of the staff were so helpful and attentative to us. Especially when it came to helping the bridal party get from one area of Airlie to the next.

    The ceremony and reception went off without a hitch thanks to Brittany and the staff's help. Everything was so beautiful! The pictures we have seen so far are truly amazing! The food was fantastic - all my guests continue to rave about it! Thank you again to everyone at Airlie - especially Brittany!!
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    Lindsay Sent on 06/02/2014
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    I had my wedding at Airlie in May 2014 and couldn't have asked for a better venue for my rustic/vintage wedding. At the beginning of my engagement, Airlie was the first venue that I checked out- as soon as I saw it, I knew that's where I wanted to say "I Do"!

    Brittany Carey was extremely helpful throughout the whole process and was always available by phone or email to answer any questions I had. She made me feel very relaxed and stress free as the date approached because I knew she had everything under control.

    On the day of, all of the staff at Airlie was very friendly and helpful. I had an amazing time and everyone complemented the food that was catered for the wedding.

    I would definitely recommend Airlie to anyone looking for that perfect outdoor wedding venue!
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    Julie Sent on 05/06/2014
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    Lisa Albert and her staff did a fabulous job setting up and serving for my husband's surprise 40th birthday party. I would recommend them to all my friends for a great party. It was professionally done and the wait staff couldn't have been more friendly. Very pleased.
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    Lindsay Sent on 03/21/2014
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    We had the most wonderful experience planning and having our wedding celebration at Airlie last June! We made a whole weekend of it, having our rehearsal dinner on the patio at the Smoke House and then the reception to the wedding in the Pavilion and surrounding gardens. Lisa was such a pleasure to work with and was available for any questions, requests, late night emails, etc. The food was delicious and the catering staff was very accommodating of our specific food and liquor service requests. While Airlie is just a few miles away from our house, we felt that we were away on vacation celebrating our wedding with all of our close friends and family being able to stay on the grounds as well. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!

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    Hi Lindsay,

    Thank you for your kind words. We pride ourselves in taking care of our guests and are so glad that you chose us to celebrate your special day. We hope to see you on the property again soon.

    Best,

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    I worked with Lisa at the Airlie Center. She was very helpful in coming up with options to keep the event within my budget, but in no way diminishing the vision and expectation that we had for a beautiful and elegant experience for the bride and groom and our guests. The food was excellent and plentiful! We were able to choose buffet items that suited everyone's palate, as the bride and groom are vegetarians and we had guests with various dietary restrictions. Lisa was accessible and worked well with me and our wedding planner to work out the logistics and other details or our event.

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    We are so glad that Lisa and all of our staff could help make the special day everything you hoped for.

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    Our wedding at Airlie could not have been more perfect. Brittany is a true professional-patient, competent, confident, flexible, creative and lovely to work with for your special event. Brittany has the experience necessary to make valuable suggestions in addition to working well with all personality types. Brittany was always available for questions-we had a lot-she made every effort to make me feel like I was her only client-she was so responsive. Brittany was flexible to creating our vision and thinking outside the traditional wedding box. Her experience also helped to create a perfect event on a tight timeframe. One of the most important things is how honest Brittany was with what could and could not be done--not much could not be done. She was always true to her word and took time to ensure she double checked before promising something she could not deliver. Ask for her wedding planning worksheet first--it is so wonderful and made me think of many details that had never occurred to me--much easier than making your own or using one from Pinterest.

    Our guests still rave about the wonderful setting and delicious food. We look back fondly on the day and are so appreciative of Brittany, she was able to create our vision. Our wedding was the first using the new tent at the Smokehouse--we booked it without seeing the tent and the tent was better than described. Airlie offers everything you need - our guests loved that we continued the party at the pub afterward. We were recently back for a weekend over Valentine's Day-the property is lovely even in winter and of course the food was over the top. A great place to bring any foodie who likes local food with a twist.

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    Hi Maureen,

    It makes us so happy to hear that you felt your wedding could not have been more perfect and that you enjoyed your stay over Valentine’s Day weekend. We are working on more specialty dinners and hope that you will join us again soon.

    Best,

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    "Let's do it again!" That's what we all said. The bride and groom, both sets of parents, as well as all the wedding party and guests. It may have been warm, but it was beautiful. Everyone beginning with Lisa and our first meet to the hospitality of all...greeters, hotel staff, chef, servers, drivers, even the grounds people were wonderful, and made all of us feel special. The memories we made in this celebration of Erin and Spenser has made me give numerous couples Lisa's name. There is no better place to make these memories on your wedding day...weekend, then
    THE AIRLIE!

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    Hi Dawn,

    We are so glad that everyone enjoyed Erin and Spenser's special day. Follow us on social media so that you and your guest's can hear about the exciting things coming up at Airlie.

    Airlie Management Team
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    Wonderful place for a wedding, great staff, service level was excellent and food was terrific!

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    Hi Heidi,

    Thank you for the great review. We hope to see you on property again soon.

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    Shawn Sent on 03/14/2014
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    My daughter's Airlie wedding was magical and exceeded all expectations!

    Beginning with the pre-wedding preparations, Lisa Albert was instrumental in helping us plan where and how the various parts of the wedding could be orchestrated. She was professional in every way and was full of ideas that made the wedding even nicer than we could have imagined. In addition, Lisa was extremely flexible and even allowed us to move the rehearsal dinner to the wonderful smokehouse tent—just one week before the event!

    The weather was spectacular on the day of the wedding and having the wedding service in the lower garden with the chairs placed in the round made for a warm and moving ceremony that brought many guests to tears. The cocktails in the upper garden were lovely and I hear the appetizers were amazing. Fortunately, Lisa thought to arrange for a special tray of food to be brought to the Spanish Steps for the parents and bridal party as we finished up photos! The dinner in the Pavilion could not have been more lovely—the combination of a beautiful couple, wonderful company, twinkling lights and stars in the dome, fun music, and great food made for an incredible night.

    I cannot say enough about the thoughtful staff. The front desk staff, servers, electricians, AV, bartenders, etc., all were top notch—and I knew that on the rehearsal and wedding days the staff had every detail under control.

    The wedding was spectacular!

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    Hi Shawn,

    Thank you for this wonderful review. We are so glad that Lisa and the rest of our staff could make exceed your expectations and make your daughter's wedding magical.

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    Absolutely beautiful. I had barely any decorations because in early Spring the venue is waking up with awesome greens and other colors of nature. I had so much fun working with the people there who were knowledgeable and very flexible. Best day of my life so far!
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    We LOVED Airlie. The facilities were beautiful inside and out - even in the rain. They were very flexible in moving our event from outside to inside the day before the wedding (due to weather). The service was excellent and responsive. We rented their cottages and had most of our guests stay on site so that we could have brunch with them the next morning. We also had the rehearsal dinner on site. Everything was flawless.
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    The staffs during the reception were very professional.They were wonderful and all my guests loved and enjoyed the food!What can I say? Airlie has charm, sophistication, and a laid back atmosphere that I would recommend to everyone!
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    Claire Sent on 09/29/2009
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    Airlie is absolutely gorgeous and was the perfect venue for our outdoor wedding. The staff was extremely professional and made sure the event ran smoothly from start to finish. Being able to have all of our friends and family stay on-site was a huge advantage. Would definitely recommend them!
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    Noelle Sent on 06/17/2009
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    The Airlie did a wonderful job with our wedding and reception. Tina Gray was so easy to work with and always answered my endless questions. All the staff at the Airlie the wedding weekend were very helpful and I didn't hear anyone complain about anything. The food at the reception was amazing! While the venue is pricey, it is worth it!
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    The Airlie Center was perfect. The venue was gorgeous, which was our primary reason for booking with them, but the people who work at Airlie are even more wonderful than the venue. Tina Gray, the event coordinator, was fantastic to work with, kind, and flexible - very flexible. The chef was also very flexible in helping us to create a menu that was not only very tasty (one of my guests said our dinner was the best wedding dinner he had had in 30 years) but also within our budget (which was not very large). The staff that worked the wedding were attentive and professional. I simply cannot say enough good words to describe our experience with Airlie, and I would wholeheartedly recommend to them absolutely everyone.
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    Absolutely beautiful location. Very accomodating, flexible, and friendly.
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    My now husband and I discovered Airlie in February 2017 and immediately fell in love with it (yes, the place is gorgeous even in the dead of winter). However, after visiting several beautiful venues all over Maryland, DC, and Virginia and finding them lacking for one reason or another (e.g., price, sour/grouchy/rude staff, lack of parking, lack of handicap accessibility, distance from the airport etc.) we were hesitant to get our hopes up. In the end, having our wedding at Airlie was one of (if not the best decision) we made with respect to our wedding. All of the guests we spoke to had a great time and absolutely loved the venue. Many folks have stated that they plan to return for their own weekend get-aways and one of my Bridesmaids is even considering having her wedding here. In addition, we plan to return for our anniversary next year. The natural beauty of Airlie house and the well maintained grounds also make for amazing pictures.
    For context, we planned and paid for our wedding ceremony and reception ourselves so having friendly, professional, competent staff was a must. (Especially as neither one of us had experience planning a wedding or major event.) That being said, one of the best things about Airlie is Shiloh Wolfrey (Airlie's catering sales manager). Shiloh is hands down awesome to work with! She is a genuine, responsive, down to earth individual who really appears to enjoy her job and takes it seriously without being sour.She was good about staying on top of her email and letting you know when she was going to be out of the office or unreachable due to another event. She also shared innovative tools with us like "social tables" which helped us plan and visualize our reception. I can't stress enough the value of good staff as they can make or break your event. Airlie has it all: great staff overall, beautiful grounds & reasonable prices (for the DC metro area).
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    Carl Sent on 06/16/2017
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    My husband and I were married at Airlie over Memorial Day weekend and I have to say - it was truly a dream wedding for him and I.

    I chose Airlie, "site unseen". I lived out of state at the time of choosing a venue and had to rely on my mom to tour venues on my behalf. I had my heart set on an outdoor garden wedding and was fortunate to come across Airlie. Shiloh was our Sales & Event Contact and was super accommodating and I actually had to Facetime with her and my mom as they toured the grounds. They did a walk through in mid February when it was damp and somewhat ugly out. Even in the winter when nothing is in bloom - it was still gorgeous! I went back in May - a year out from my wedding just to see what the flowers/tree's would look like and it was so lush and green outside.

    In regards to contracting and planning, Shiloh was very responsive as well as very upfront with any questions I had. I am also in the hospitality industry and appreciated not having any "sugar coating". She will work with you and will try to be as flexible with your needs as she is able. She totally gets it and definitely has your best interest at heart.

    We chose to have a plated meal and attended the pre-scheduled group tasting. This was one of my only concerns as I would have preferred to have it more personalized. Since I had some concerns about the food, I worked with Shiloh in having a private tasting set up - which was exactly what I needed. Both Shiloh and the Chef were there to discuss my concerns and ensure our wedding meal was tailored to what we had in mind. Having a private tasting set up was extremely helpful and everything we had discussed happened day of at our wedding.

    We also had our rehearsal dinner at the Smokehouse Tent the night before and it truly was the best way to kick off your wedding weekend!

    Overall Airlie was a perfect choice for us and our guests had such glowing things to say about the property, staff and food!

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    Lisa put together a beautiful rehearsal dinner for my son's wedding party. The tent was beautiful and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly.

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    We are so excited about having the tent and happy to hear that you enjoyed it for your son’s rehearsal dinner.

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    0A57A5Ea8Ad67745Cab088C2Af6D20792A40Bb49 Sent on 11/19/2011
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    If you want to have your wedding and reception in one place, Airlie Center is a perfect choice. The updated Pavilion is AMAZING!! It is so beautiful and I still get compliments to this day. The gardens are beautiful and a great place for wedding and cocktail hour. Airlie's food was excellent and the service the evening of my wedding was much more than I expected. Tina who was our contact up until our wedding was always available for my questions and really puts you at ease when planning your wedding. In the end, we had an amazing wedding, one which I will never forget and a venue that was everything I dreamed.
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    Garden Party Reception

    My daughter and son in law were married in our local Parish Church at the end of May and we decided we wanted as close to turnkey reception as we could get! Airlie pavilion was amazing! We were able to handle 180 guests, with dance floor, mid range bar, and delicious 2 entree buffet! Everyone had a wonderful time and the Good Lord provided perfect weather that allowed us to open the all glass walls! It was a magical day and Airlie staff was amazing! Marcela was so helpful and accommodating and really allowed us relax and enjoy ourselves after she helped us plan down to the smallest detail. Thanks so much!

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    Dear Mike,
    Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review! We are truly honored that you chose Airlie to celebrate your daughter and son-in-law’s wedding reception! It’s wonderful to hear that the Pavilion, food, and bar worked so well for your celebration, and most importantly that the beautiful weather allowed you to enjoy the stunning glass walls fully open!

    We’re especially grateful for your kind words about Marcela. Her attention to detail and dedication to helping families relax and enjoy the day is something we are very proud of!

    Thank you again for trusting us with such a meaningful occasion. We wish your family continued joy, blessings, and many happy memories from that magical day!

    Warmest Regards,
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    Beautiful place

    Greatest place for wedding. I had wedding here and I’m so happy that I choose that place

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    Dear Keri, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re overjoyed that you chose our venue for your special day and that it was everything you hoped for! It was an honor to be part of such a memorable occasion. Congratulations again, and we wish you a lifetime of happiness together! Warmly, Airlie Team
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    Cait Sent on 06/30/2025
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    Stunning venue and Kristy is the best!!

    We had an amazing experience with our wedding at Airlie. From the start, it was the only venue we visited where we didn't feel like they were making a sales pitch to us during the tour. The staff, especially Kristy, were all incredibly lovely to work with. Kristy went above and beyond to answer all of our questions, make sure every detail was in place, and keep things running smoothly on the wedding day. The property itself is huge and so picturesque! Guests raved about how beautiful the venue was, and also really enjoyed the food. Thank you again to all of the staff who worked our event and made it such a memorable night!

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    Dear Cait, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that your wedding at Airlie was everything you hoped for! It means so much to know that you felt welcomed and supported from the very beginning—no sales pitch, just a genuine desire to help you create a beautiful day. Kristy and the rest of our team were honored to be part of your celebration, and we’re so happy to hear she helped make everything run smoothly. We’re also glad your guests enjoyed the property and the food—it truly was a special night! Wishing you both all the best in your new life together! Sincerely, Airlie Team
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    Beautiful wedding venue

    Airlie was a beautiful venue for our wedding. Our wedding was in August so we wanted to stay inside the A/C while still having an outdoor feel. Airlie’s spaces allowed for an indoor ceremony and reception and gorgeous outdoor photos. It was everything we could’ve hoped for. Overall the staff was helpful as we were planning the wedding and made the entire wedding weekend phenomenal. Additionally their in-house catering was amazing. The chefs were great with accommodating food allergies and preferences. We would definitely recommend this venue for a wedding. (The photos attached to this review are courtesy of Kylie Hinson Photography.)

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    Dear Jen, thank you so much for your kind words! We're ecstatic to hear that Airlie was the perfect venue for your wedding day! It’s wonderful that our indoor spaces allowed you to enjoy the comfort of A/C while still capturing the beauty of the outdoors for your photos. We're so glad that our team could support you throughout the planning process and help make your wedding weekend phenomenal! The catering team is especially honored by your compliments, and it’s great to know they were able to accommodate everyone's needs. We truly appreciate your recommendation and wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness!
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    Unforgettable day after a COVID delay!

    We only looked at 2 venues early in our planning and after we checked out the Airlie gardens we were set for our October 2020 wedding. That is, until COVID changed things. Airlie was so helpful and understanding despite their own challenges facing the pandemic and allowed us to reschedule for a new date in October 2021 without any issue which we greatly appreciated! The day was perfect though the threat of rain loomed late into the week. The Airlie staff was on top of everything and everything went off without a hitch. Our guests enjoyed their stay in the updated rooms and loved the grounds, especially Harry’s on Friday evening for some before bed drinks.

    Everything was set up to our specification perfectly! All the credit goes to Lydia, who answered many a question in the planning phase and helped us through the process greatly. The only reason I gave 4/5 stars for responsiveness is because Airlie really needs to get Lydia some support (easier said than done these days I know). She is wearing multiple hats and really is owning it, and I swear must be a machine for her ability to juggle all her responsibilities and still have time for all the couples, planners, etc. filing in and out each weekend. On only a couple of occasions we had some difficulty getting answers to questions, but totally understand that Lydia is one person coordinating weddings and major events for the property. So Airlie if you’re reading this, Lydia is an all star, but get her some more support staff at least!

    To Lydia, thank you for everything. You made our weekend magical, and your flexibility with a couple of last minute changes was greatly appreciated, and also thank you for your incredible patience dealing with both our mothers!
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    Dreamy Garden Venue

    The grounds are stunning and photo ready. Our guests couldn't stop commenting on how beautiful the grounds were and how convenient everything was with it all in one place.

    The staff is great. The food is top-notch, farm-to-table meals that will have every guest happy.

    Our wedding had to be postponed because of COVID and the staff were incredibly understanding and easy to work with. They communicated everything we needed to know for planning a safe COVID wedding.

    If a garden venue is what you are looking for in Northern Virginia/DC area, you need to book a date at Airlie!

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    Hi Jenn,

    Thank you so much for sharing about your wedding! Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your special day!
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    Trisha Sent on 09/20/2021
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    Absolutely beautiful venue for a wedding

    We couldn’t have chosen a more wonderful place to celebrate our wedding with family and friends. The property is beautiful. Although staffing had been impacted over the last year with a several POCs turning over, the whole team there made it the best weekend we could have imagined. They were professional, responsive and the grounds were amazing.

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    Trisha,
    Thank you for your kind words- it was such a pleasure working with you to host your special day!
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    Great Space!

    We were so happy with our experience at Airlie. Lauren was our point of contact, and made everything run smoothly! We were so happy to have all of our wedding events at one gorgeous location. So many of our guests commented on how much they loved the venue! It's a great spot to vacation, to enjoy a nice meal at, and was especially lovely for our wedding. One of the things we loved about Airlie was that we were able to have everything in one spot - no driving necessary!
    Lauren was great in helping us through the events of the day. She especially took control of unexpected situations. When our outdoor ceremony was rained (and hailed!) out by a freak storm only 30 minutes before starting, Lauren helped with reorganizing everything to be pushed inside as we waited an hour for the ceremony to start. Lauren made sure everything ran smoothly, quickly changing over the dining room into a lovely ceremony location!
    Best of all, because of all the unforeseen events, our wedding was suddenly pushed back nearly an hour. Lauren and the Airlie staff offered to extend our contract of the event space for the reception, and kept the bar open later for the after-party events. We were so thankful to have everyone at Airlie helping make our wedding a wonderful night to remember!
    We look forward to spending a weekend at Airlie soon!
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    Ellie Sent on 03/06/2019
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    Winter wedding at Airlie

    Daniel and I are so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Neasia and the Airlie team. Neasia was extremely professional and provided quality customer service. I had been out of country just 1 week shy of my wedding day and she went above and beyond for us. She even was willing to jump on a FaceTime call with me during the final walkthrough. I was so nervous to ask her but she was ready and wiling. She even took the time to look over certain decor ideas we had in mind and give us her opinion on latest trends. Our wedding was small and intimate but it felt like a dream getting married at Airlie. The snow on the grounds in the Gardens were breathtaking. I was out of the country for the tasting so I was scared about missing trying the food. It was unbelievable good our wedding night! We had a plated meal package and since we were such a small intimate wedding I was able to look at everyone’s plate and it was all the same. I’m very keen on details like that. The servers were amazing we did have a few people switch chairs last minute but they rock and rolled the service. The only con I would like to add was as my guest were dancing the night away there were a few staff members passing out business cards telling them to email reviews on great the wedding was. I found this out after speaking to my guest and notified Neasia she did sincerely apologized and mentioned that is their normal procedure. All and all I would definitely recommend Airlie I could only imagine how beautiful the property is during the spring or summer.
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    Airlie is a gorgeous venue. Shiloh was a delight to work with and very responsive to all my constant questions & emails. She did a super job with all the details and I felt supported along this journey. I loved the idea of the price covering all food and beverages as well as dressing rooms & a wedding night room included. I left off 1 star on the quality of service as the staff was way to quick to pick up food plates even while people were still eating and drinks when people were not finished but simply on the dance floor. The plated food was excellent and received many compliments on how delicious/tasteful were the selections. I would not hesitate to use this venue again when my other kids ever decide to get married!
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    Quade worked at making sure everyone was satisfied & happy! He is all about quality service. Airlie has wonderful accommodations for people, lovely gardens and lanes, excellent food with garden-grown produce. Being at Airlie is a memory-making occasion!
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    From the moment we stepped foot on site, we loved the atmosphere and amenities available at Airlie. What sold me was not only the breath-taking scenery, but the ability to make our wedding a weekend-long event. We had many out of town guests who stayed at Airlie, so our celebrations continued even after the wedding was over. We got married on May 13, 2017 and we are still beaming from our experience with Airlie and their staff. Shiloh Wolfrey made the planning process easy -- she is quick to reply to calls/email and was very willing to make our vision happen. The Airlie staff was very accommodating to several of our specific requests, and was even flexible when rain threatened the outdoor ceremony plan. I could not recommend Airlie more!
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    Shiloh Wilfrey, the wedding coordinator, is exceptional. She knows her business, highly professional, and follows through promptly on everything. She helped make decisions and never surprised us with extra charges. Airlie is an exquisite venue especially if you want a destination feel for your wedding without having to go anywhere! The grounds are gorgeous and perfect for an outdoor wedding in the English garden and pictures all over the grounds, , the staff are excellent, the food was great and the entire planning process and the day itself went perfectly with NO stress or surprises. Being ale to stay at the venue allowed all of our guests to continue the party for the whole weekend.
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    My daughters wedding was held here on Oct. 1, 2016. Beautiful site! So many options!
    Guests do not have to travel at all as site is able to accomadate your guests and your plans.
    The staff is top notch! Shiloh did a great job and worked alongside our wedding planner, Quaid Coxsey, seamlessly! We were blessed to have both!! What a team! The chef helped us create a unique menu and food was really good!! Even the bartender created a signature cocktail for the bride and groom. The service here is impeccable!
    Rehearsal dinner was a welcome "Roast & Toast" under a tent at the smokehouse where yes, a pig was roasted!
    Held ceremony in the garden and reception at the Pavillion. Smooth, beautiful transition of spaces.
    Our bride and groom were so happy!!
    Shout out to all who made it happen...Great job!
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    Daniella Sent on 12/30/2016
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    Everything about Airlie is just beautiful! I fell in love with it as soon as I discovered it researching it online. The pictures show how gorgeous it is, but when you see it in person it takes your breath away! The venue is so picturesque, perfect for those wedding portraits to last a lifetime. The food is absolutely delicious! Locally grown organic food, with a menu that is different from any of your other typical wedding venue. The food is well seasoned, beautifully presented.
    Most of our guests came from out of town so they stayed at Airlie a couple of nights. They had an amazing time and very enjoyable stay! They are all still talking about how perfect of a venue it was for our wedding and that they would love to go back one day! The staff at Airlie is very pleasant and very helpful through out the whole wedding planning process.
    We can't wait to go back and have a weekend get away again.
    My big advice to future brides, is keep a detailed list on where you would want your photos taken if your photographer has never been there before. The day of the wedding you wont be able to think of any of the details you want because there's a million things going on in your mind! Also, let the kitchen know how to cut your cake.... The only downside I had at the venue was the wedding cake slices where little birthday cake slices. I ended up having 2 extra sheets of cake left over.
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    Andrea Sent on 12/18/2016
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    We could not have been happier with our wedding experience at Airlie. I really feel like having my exact same wedding elsewhere (same time, energy, and money spent) would have been only a fraction as nice because Airlie brings so much with it. The food is the best wedding food I've ever had, the historic home and formal gardens are so charming, the grounds have a grace and beauty to them that is unmatched, the pavilion is a fantastic spot for a wedding reception, and guests can stay right on property so that transportation is not needed as part of the wedding celebration.

    Shiloh was our Airlie coordinator and she was BEYOND AMAZING. She was so responsive and helpful at every turn for the months leading up to the wedding. Then the day of the wedding everything was so smooth under her organization, she was cool as a cucumber and handled everything with such grace.

    The rest of the Airlie staff were also fantastic. Matt managed much of the food and drink staff and he was outstanding. We were taken care of at every step and everything was done to make sure things were just perfect. Our guests made several comments to me about how friendly, attentive and on-point everyone from the Airlie staff was.

    Overall we could not have been happier with our Airlie experience. Shiloh and the Airlie team do an amazing job and guests raved about how much they enjoyed both our wedding and their time at Airlie.
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    My husband and I got married here last month in the gardens and had our reception in the Pavilion and we have no complaints about it at all! It's a beautiful venue! Our guests loved the venue and food, and we obviously loved the beautiful grounds, that's why we chose it! It is pricey but you get what you pay for and they're high quality. If you don't have a problem paying the price for Airlie you can't go wrong here! Your pictures will be beautiful and it's a great outdoor option if you're not really into the barn thing, like us.

    Overall they made our wedding day perfect. We worked with Tara, she was always super responsive and helpful in answering the dozens of questions I sent her, especially in the last couple weeks before the wedding. We also rented the Smokehouse for our Rehearsal Dinner the night before, which was fun because all of the wedding party was able to stay right on the property.

    Also, we liked the "LOVE" sign they have put up on the hill and their tradition of couples putting a lock on it...we left our lock and will for sure visit on our anniversary to see our lock still there. :)
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    The Airlie was an incredible venue. It has now been a few months since the wedding and it is still brought up in almost every conversation by family. The grounds were amazing and the sales/planning staff were great. Lisa was our venue contact and she made it simple and convenient. She also help us with our many changes to the head count and menu. (Which if you are planning your wedding you should know are unavoidable). The catering staff was polite and professional and met all of our requests. The property is amazing, our only regret is that we did not book an extra few days to enjoy the property. I highly recommend booking 2 of the cabins, one for each of the wedding parties so that they have a place to meet and get ready for the event. I also loved the smoke house and outdoor area behind it for our rehearsal dinner. We almost had to kick people out of both the rehearsal dinner and wedding at the end of the nights they were having so much fun! The Airlie is not cheap (not over the top, but was priced higher than a few of the venues we compared it too),but if you want the wedding that your family and friends will remember for a lifetime, it is the place to book.
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    Great venue, delicious food, friendly staff, flexible logistics!

    Airlie's reply:

    Hi William,

    We hope to see you again for your 2014 Holiday party.

    Kind Regards,

    Airlie Management
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    Christy Sent on 07/20/2010
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    I fell in love with Airlie as soon as my fiance' showed it to me the weekend he proposed. Thankfully my Mom did too when we brought her a few months later. It is a little more expensive then other venues, but it is worth it since everything, but the dj, florist, cake, and photographer is included. The food is fabulous!! We had a buffet dinner but they offered to serve us (the bride and groom) to help keep things moving. The staff was accommodating and willing to answer questions before hand, but sometimes you had to wait a couple of days to get a response. We received nothing but compliments about our wedding and we had a great time ourselves too :)
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    Airlie Center is a fantastic venue. It is absolutely gorgeous, they give you your pick of where you would like the wedding and where you would like the reception, Tina Gray is wonderful to work with - did I mention it is gorgeous? We had guests constantly commenting to us both during and after the wedding about how beautiful the venue is. They provide the food and alcohol and the food is incredible. Many people told us it was the best wedding food they ever had. It is fresh (much grown from their own gardens) and very well prepared. I have a gluten allergy and they were very accommodating. It is quite expensive for the area, but I would say well worth it.
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    I grew up about 10 minutes down the road from Airlie, but never actually knew what Airlie was until I began looking at wedding venues. As soon as we arrived, I knew that Airlie was where I wanted to get married! It is a beautiful, tranquil, and natural place. Our wedding coordinator, Tara, was wonderful to work with. She went out of her way to help make our wedding lovely. I really appreciate everything she did for us. Originally, our wedding was set to be held in the garden, however, we were rained out. Having Tara there to coordinate our rain plan was great -- it ended up being a seamless transition and just as lovely as the garden. The reception was also wonderful. Airlie's pavilion is absolutely stunning. The food was wonderful and the service from the staff was great. We were very happy with our choice to get married at Airlie!
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    Wonderful Wedding Weekend

    We could not have been more happy with our choice of Airlie for our wedding. Marcela and the rest of the staff made our day very special and our guests are still talk about the event.

    Staff: Marcela was very responsive and worked patiently with us to make sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. She worked with our wedding coordinator to make sure our vendors had windows for delivery and set up, and that everything went smoothly and stayed on time. The hotel staff was helpful is adding extra rooms beyond our initial block and were patient with last minute changes. The service staff was fantastic as well. They were attentive to our guests and very friendy.

    Food and Beverages: Airlie offered several food and drink packages so we could customize to our needs. This included plenty of options to accommodate dietary preferences. We ordered passed appetizers for our cocktail hour and the food was delicious and plentiful. The dinner during the reception was delicious and served on time.

    Venue: The venue itself was a huge selling point. The grounds are beautiful and extensive. Our guests all stayed on site and were able to enjoy the grounds before the wedding and the next day before checkout. The location for the ceremony is amazing and provided a wonderful background for our photos. The area for the cocktail reception felt like a garden party and provided an intimate environment. The ceremony was held in the pavilion which is lined with windows that provided a wonderful view of the gardens as the sun set and provided ample space for dinner and dancing. Additionally, we added o. The after party at Harry’s which allowed us to keep the party going a bit longer before being able to walk back to our rooms. The venue itself was perfect for what we were looking for.

    Airlie and all the staff made our wedding very special. Our friends and family talk about how much they not only enjoyed the wedding itself but the entire weekend.

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Brian, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! It was truly an honor to be part of your wedding weekend! We are delighted to hear that Marcela and our entire team helped make your celebration so special and seamless from start to finish. That means the world to us!

    We are especially happy that you and your guests enjoyed the entire weekend, including the room accommodations, food and beverage selections, and all of the unique spaces across the property from the gardens and Pavilion to the after party at Harry’s. Creating an unforgettable experience for both couples and their guests is exactly what we strive for, and it means so much to know your friends and family are still talking about the weekend!

    Thank you again for choosing Airlie for such an important occasion. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness and hope to welcome you back again in the future!

    Sincerely, Airlie Team
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    Katelyn Sent on 05/26/2024
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    Absolutely beautiful venue!

    Airlie is a gorgeous place for a wedding. It made for the perfect weekend. We hosted all of our events there from the rehearsal to the post-wedding brunch. It was absolutely amazing. The pavilion felt like a magical place to have a reception and the ability to open the doors all around was so fun. The only thing I felt could have been improved throughout the process was that the planning staff were overwhelmed by the workload they had and this sometimes led to delays in responses. Overall though, it all came together in the end and the day turned out exactly as we had hoped and it was such an amazing place to have all our loved ones come and celebrate our special day! Would recommend checking out Airlie's beautiful property in person and you won't be able to resist!! It is a perfect place to have everyone stay and celebrate!

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    Dear Katelyn,
    Thank you so much for your feedback and for choosing Airlie as the backdrop for your special weekend! We're thrilled to hear that you found our venue to be a gorgeous setting for your weekend events!

    We appreciate your honest feedback regarding our planning staff. Ensuring a seamless and responsive planning process is incredibly important to us, and we apologize for any delays you experienced. Your comments will certainly help us improve and better manage our workload in the future.

    Ultimately, we're delighted that everything came together as you had hoped on your wedding day. It was our pleasure to host your loved ones and help create unforgettable memories. Thank you for recommending Airlie! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness. Please feel free to reach out to sales@airlie.com to book your complimentary hotel room!
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    Beautiful and unique venue with potential to be one of the best *if* they change some things

    We had our dream wedding weekend at Airlie and would do it all over again with them. Airlie has so many amazing things that make it worth it, but they do have some room to grow- if they do, they could really be one of the top wedding venues in the DMV.

    Pros:

    -Absolutely gorgeous, unique grounds: 300 acres of land with rolling green hills, tons of trees framing the venue everywhere, and many different lovely gardens. It feels like you're at an elegant "summer camp" with so many beautiful areas to explore. We and our guests loved the natural beauty of Airlie.
    -Amazing in-house catering: Airlie's food is unparalleled for a wedding- it is absolutely delicious and so many of our guests said it was "the best wedding food" they'd ever had. Every single steak and piece of salmon was cooked perfectly. I also have to mention how incredible they were in catering to my groom and his family's many food allergies. No one got sick and the food tasted wonderful. So grateful for their food allergen accommodations!
    -All inclusive venue: Airlie provides a ceremony and reception site, bridal/groom's suites, rehearsal dinner site, tables/chairs/linens, and tableware. This prevents so much stress and keeps rentals so easy.
    -Lodging on-site: You and your guests can stay at Airlie in their 4 different (cute and updated) lodging buildings! This made everything so easy and fun for everyone. They offer a (small) room block discount as well.
    -Awesome service: Throughout our weekend, the staff was so accommodating to everyone. Between golf cart/car shuttles for guests at night within a few minutes notice to their lodging buildings, to friendly and helpful check-in staff/catering managers, to great wait staff during the wedding meal, Airlie's staff was so awesome in making sure everyone had a great experience.
    -Lovely attached Harry's bar/restaurant: We used Harry's 3 times over the wedding weekend and were so happy with our choice every time. We hosted our welcome gathering the night before outside at Harry's and everyone loved the indoor/outdoor feel with the pretty lake view, string lights, and spacious seating. We hosted our afterparty at Harry's after the wedding and the staff was SO accommodating in keeping the bar open longer than we had planned for, as we had so many guests that wanted to keep the party going. The drinks were also on point. The last thing we hosted at Harry's was a pay-for brunch the morning after- the food was so delicious and again, the scenery was awesome to enjoy while wishing everyone off. It was so nice to have this spot to use the whole weekend.

    Cons:

    -Somewhat unorganized communication from (Airlie) coordinators/staff: so much to say here. Initially, our Airlie coordinator was very unresponsive and I was worried about this as clearly they were understaffed. Mid-way through the process, we were put with a new coordinator. She was much more responsive throughout the whole process and answered all questions and emails very quickly. Thank goodness! There definitely was a lack of communication in important, big points that easily could have been initially communicated- we had to last-second change our wedding timeline as we were not aware that the reception had to end at 11pm due to county noise ordinance. Many other similar details were communicated somewhat poorly. Either the staff is frequently turned over and unfamiliar with many of the Airlie standards, or Airlie frequently changes their standards and does not clearly communicate these to their staff...or both! We were also somewhat disappointed in our coordinator during our final walkthrough 23 days before the big day- she clearly had no idea what she was doing and our outside coordinator had to lead the show. Very little direction from her about how things would go on the day and what to keep in mind. We were also never shown the rain plan sites. Completely unorganized.
    -Somewhat inflexible wedding weather plan: We had a late June wedding and there were spotty thunderstorms throughout the weekend (luckily no downpours). Airlie was great at being flexible in the weather call/plan for our rehearsal dinner and we ended up being able to have it outside as planned in the Organic Garden, which was so beautiful. However, on our wedding day, the wedding call had to be made at 11am, when the radar was changing by the minute for our 5pm ceremony time. We ended up making the call for an indoor ceremony to prevent any potential chaos in having a stormy outdoor ceremony. I do think we made the right call, but that call could have been different and changed to our originally planned garden ceremony had we been able to make that call 2 hours later. It didn't end up storming or raining during our ceremony, which was somewhat infuriating. But, it possibly ended up being a blessing in disguise for our guests being comfortable in the AC (so humid out).
    -Expensive extra add-ons that should be included with their hefty fee: Airlie charges big fees for any add-ons, such as doing a signature cocktail, dinner wine service, etc. The biggest annoyances for us were having to pay multiple hundreds for a CAMPFIRE (we don't regret it since everyone really enjoyed sitting around the fire in adirondacks at night) when we easily could have set it up ourselves as well as the short bar time. The bar package only includes 4 hours of bar time. If you use this during cocktail hour, that leaves 3 hours for the reception, which is obviously not enough time. The package really should be 5 hours. We ended up having to pay a premium to extend the bar time that should have been initially included. We also paid $10/person (so high for what we got- this should have been more like $5/person) to add on a chips/guacamole/salsa package for our afterparty that definitely was meagerly portioned. We got 40 portions and it felt more like 20.
    -Hit or miss recommended vendors: We ended up using some of Airlie's recommended vendors (florals, coordination, cake), but some are not ideal. One of their top recommended photographers that has a great portfolio lives in CO and was not available.
    -Some areas that need updates: Most of Airlie's outside grounds and charming inside buildings are cute and up to date. However, I definitely noticed some areas that needed an update, especially for what they charge for weddings. This included the Spanish Steps- some of the white paint is chipping away, as well as some of the indoor rooms needing a refresh in flooring. For example, our plan B ceremony weather site in the Jefferson room would be so much prettier with hardwood flooring rather than the "meh" brown carpeting they have in there currently. Not great for photos and leaves us wondering if the back-up plan was really worth thousands of dollars- we probably should have received a discount for using the back-up plan room rather than the beautiful gardens.
    -Lackluster bridal and groom's suites: The bridal suite is really not a bridal suite and totally unacceptable to be used as one. There is no changing area, so it is assumed that all of the ladies will be changing in front of one another. There is also only 1 bathroom. The room totally lacks any aesthetic for "getting ready" photos and the furniture in there is totally outdated. Airlie, do better on this. Change your bridal suite to one of the many nice rooms in the Airlie house or update the Old Post. Additionally, the groom's suite (again, really can't call it that) is a totally lackluster room in the Airlie house that doesn't even have a changing area for the men. No private bathroom. So they have to meet there already changed in a boring, ugly, small room. Again, the Fox's Den needs to be thoroughly updated or move the groom's suite to one of the many nice rooms in the Airlie house. The photographer had to move all of them to a better location for "getting ready" shots.
    -Unenthused bartenders: The bartenders in Harry's are so awesome. But, the bartenders at our wedding were....very unenthused. When the bride (or anyone for that matter) goes up to get a drink, the bartenders should put on a happy, high energy and great service. I went up to a bartender who just kept a flat face/tone that came off as "you're bothering me" and when I asked for a very common cocktail combination, he looked annoyed and I had to explain what went into it. Airlie bartenders, you need to act like all the other amazing service/staff and exude good energy AND know your cocktails! Paying for the bar/drinks is not cheap, and my guests should not have to explain what goes into drink if all of the liquors and mixers are available!
    -Confusing and very expensive brunch at Harry's: All of my guests at brunch the next day thought the brunch was on us because of the confusing operation: They went into Harry's, saw an open spread, and no one explained to them the cost or collected $ up front. Afterwards, $ was collected, which was to their surprise and awkward for us. Harry's, please have guests pay for their brunch as they come in. And please do not heckle the bride and groom for their breakfast vouchers.

    My best advice to future couples is to make sure you hire an outside coordinator that is familiar with Airlie- this is absolutely the most important, vital hire in making sure your wedding weekend goes smoothly. Airlie is fantastic but the organization/small details can be missed on their end, so your coordinator should be someone that can pick up the pieces for you to prevent stress on your big day.
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    Samantha Sent on 07/15/2010
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    Airlie is absolutely beautiful and I definitely recommend it as a venue for your wedding. Airlie essentially permits you to use their entire grounds for your wedding. We planned on having our ceremony in one part of the formal gardens, cocktail hour in a different part of the gardens, and reception in the dinning room of the main building. We also had a back-up plan for rain: the ceremony would be under the permanent pavillion and cocktails in conference room in the main building. The bride and bridesmaids are given a room on the second level of the main house to use all day for getting ready, etc. We requested that the wedding party, family, and all overnight guests be placed in the same hotel/lodge on the grounds and, because there were no other events at Airlie that day, Airle was able to accommodate us. The arrangment was very convenient. Your guests will like the fact that they do not have to drive from the ceremony to the reception and that they can book a room at Airlie to stay overnight. The food was SO good. My guests said that its was the best they had ever had at a wedding. Airlie's Special Events Manager, Tina Gray, was extremely professional and made time to meet with us in person on three separate occassions. She and her staff are very organized. The one problem that we had on the big day was handled by Tina as soon as she was contacted. It started to pour 2 hours before the ceremony and some staff members were refusing to move the guest chairs into the pavillion. One of my bridesmaids called Tina at home and within minutes, the chairs were moved. Everything after that went smoothly. Because of the weather and a car accident on the highway to Airlie that held up our guests, we started the ceremony a half hour late. Airlie still gave us a full cocktail hour and 4 hours of open bar, even though we had thrown the timeline off.
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    What a beautiful location. And we couldn't beat the all inclusive package. The food was wonderful, the staff was great and we had a blast. We still get compliments 4 years later!
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    Stephanie Sent on 07/21/2017
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    Our wedding was an amazing a beautiful day. But, I cant give Airlie 5 stars. The reason I am giving them 4.5 is because of Shiloh. She was such a pleasure to work with and we could not have planned a wedding in 3 months without her. The land is beautiful and I felt so confident about our day going into it. Shiloh helped us to lay out everything exactly as we wanted it, we had a perfect rain plan in case of bad luck- thankfully we didn't need it- and we had every detail planned. Unfortunately Airlie staff must not have gotten the message. Signs were not placed directing our guests where to go until 45 min after the ceremony had started- and thankfully so because my last name was misspelled on it! Our tables and chairs for the reception weren't set up until an hour after we had agreed they would be- and for a morning wedding with a 10AM start time- that hour meant that some of my guests had to help set up the decor! Some of the tables had black linens on them- when I chose my color scheme of forest green, ivory and blush I didn't envision how bad black would look but I got an eye-full at my reception. The tent walls were left down after me asking several staff the day before to make sure they were opened, so I was totally ignored. Shiloh and I had worked so hard on the perfect day and Airlie staff were just not motivated to carry that out. Overall, I would recommend Airlie because, goodness it is gorgeous and the food is incredible, but I would HIGHLY recommend you have a wedding planner there to ensure your vision is actually carried out by the staff.
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    Beautiful location, environmentally friendly and just wonderful. I truly wouldn't change a thing about my wedding and probably have my venue, the Airlie Center, to thank.
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    Lillian Sent on 12/12/2025
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    Erica was the absolute best!

    Erica Williams was spectacular—from planning to day-of coordination, she handled everything with grace. Her warmth and competence kept us calm and confident.

    The venue is stunning, with a meaningful Earth Day connection that added depth to our celebration. Beautiful spaces, thoughtful flow, and a memorable backdrop for our vows.

    Bottom line: Erica’s exceptional leadership plus the gorgeous Airlie setting made our day and unforgettable. Highly recommended.

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Lillian,
    Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words! It truly means the world to hear that you felt calm and confident throughout your special day, and so happy to hear Erica was able to provide this for you. That is always our goal!

    We’re honored to have been part of such a meaningful celebration, especially with the Earth Day connection adding a special depth for you. Airlie is a magical place, and we’re so grateful you chose to celebrate your vows here.

    Wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, joy, and beautiful moments! Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day, and for the heartfelt recommendation.

    Warmest Regards, Airlie Team
  • Kristin
    Kristin Sent on 09/21/2018
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    The venue itself & day-of service is a 5/5! Gardens are breathtakingly beautiful & pavilion is perfect. Adorable cottages. Food is wonderful; farm to table from their property. Banquet staff did a great job.

    My review isn't 5 stars because of issues we had with Shiloh. Reviews said she was so responsive and although she was very sweet, I never found that. She took a long time getting back to us confirming the date. Queen/Queen rooms are all off the main property and limited. Not a problem, but we were never told that. These were never added to the block and were told they were sold out - 9 months in advance? She promised to notify me if any opened. Never heard back until I asked and all of sudden multiple were available. Never received a response from the director of reservations after reaching out to multiple times. Shiloh got a new job 1 month out - fine, but we were only told less than a week before her departure. It was frustrating we had no warning so close to our wedding. But Quaid took over, did an amazing job and was really responsive!
    Airlie can feel expensive ($2,500 ceremony fee, 22% service fee) but overall its totally worth it. Airlie was the type of venue I'd always dreamed of. We had the best wedding and I wouldn't change a thing about it!

    Future couples: ask lots of very detailed questions up front & be proactive. We did this, but still ran into issues. Have a plan for photos if it rains, there aren't many good indoor spots. We did a first look before the rain started but didn't have a backup. Ask for Quaid if there's more than one wedding manager! You can buy beer & wine from Harry's for afterparty in cottages.
    Airlie: Ditch the pavilion fan, its ugly. Provide list of guests staying under the block - I work in events, its standard practice. Allow for welcome bags or volunteer alternate options, wedding day after ours used them but I was told a flat no. Add a second bar to minimize wait times.
  • Carlie
    Carlie Sent on 12/31/2025
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    November Garden Party

    Our experience with Airlie was wonderful from start to finish. Erica was fantastic during the touring process and helped get everything moving smoothly from the very beginning. Marcela was instrumental during the lead-up to the wedding day and on the day itself, ensuring all details were handled professionally. The entire team fulfilled their roles seamlessly, and everything ran as planned. Our guests absolutely loved the food, and we received many compliments on both the venue and catering.

    Airlie's reply:

    Dear Carlie,
    Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that your experience with Airlie was wonderful from start to finish!

    It means so much to us knowing that Erica was fantastic during the touring process and helped get everything moving smoothly from the beginning. We are so happy to hear that Marcela provided such strong support leading up to and on the wedding day. Our team truly strives to make your experience at Airlie seamless and your special day perfect!

    We are thrilled that your guests enjoyed the food and had such positive impressions of both the venue and catering. Thank you for trusting us with such an important celebration, and we wish you a lifetime of happiness ahead!

    Warmest Regards,
    Airlie Team
  • C
    Cristina Sent on 01/21/2022
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    We will cherish our memories at Airlie

    Airlie is such a beautiful venue, and the Pavilion is a one-of-a-kind setting that we immediately knew was where we wanted to have our wedding reception.

    We planned our wedding pre-pandemic, and Airlie was very helpful and accommodating with rescheduling and working through a difficult time and we ended up having both a micro-ceremony and reception across two years. The staff was in reduced capacity while the State had many limitations on gatherings, but we do want to give a special shoutout to Lydia Ferguson who helped us navigate through this multi-year experience to ensure we had a perfect wedding and reception.

    The dining and bar packages were absolutely fantastic, another very important aspect that we required for our wedding, being that we are huge foodies. The menus offer many traditional southern and bay-area fare, with the farm-to-table style since much of the menu is grown and raised locally (and therefore in-season). Working with the staff and chef through our food tasting and customizations was fun and easy, and we ended up with plated menu with several add-ons throughout the day, which were all well worth the additional pricing. Everyone loved the food and we had absolutely no complaints about quality, presentation, and taste. We highly recommend dining at Harry's in advance to get an idea of what's to come.

    Unfortunately we do have to mention that Airlie's lodging did run into multiple problems with ourselves and our guests, that we found difficulty and delay in resolving. Airlie was able to later resolve these problems with us, and admitted that they can do better, so we hope that the lodging will have improved for future guests and events; Airlie is a resort-style experience and lodging must be on equal footing with the whole package.

    Overall we definitely recommend Airlie as a beautiful wedding venue and will cherish our memories there.
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    C Sent on 08/27/2008
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    Beautiful venue; a bit costly, but worth it!
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