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Mary Sent on 12/06/2024Most beautiful views - Wedding venue of our dreams!
We would HIGHLY recommend having your wedding at Blue Hill Farm!! We had our large wedding of 300 guests there this past October. From the immediate first call with Waldo, we were so impressed with Waldo’s attention to detail and warm personality, and the beautiful venue that he and Shirley have brought to life in Waterford. Waldo and Shirley were really helpful every step of the way. I never knew that planning a wedding could be so enjoyable and peaceful! Waldo and Shirley certainly were a big reason for that. There was not a single thing that went wrong on the day of our wedding: not a single detail was missed. (We highly recommend taking Waldo’s advice and getting the beautiful sail cloth tent.)
The views were incredible - we received so many compliments on the views from every part of the venue. The walk from the front lawn cocktail hour to the bar, from the carriage house to the tent, from the tent even to the restrooms - everywhere you looked was an impeccable view. Right before dinner, Waldo even gave us (the bride and groom) a quick joy ride around the property so we could catch our breath and take it all in, before entering the dinner reception. My parents reserved all the rooms in the B&B which made things so convenient for them and my siblings who stayed the night. The actual house is equally gorgeous, and provided ample room for the bridal party to freshen up throughout the night.
I loved the list of vendors that Waldo provided. We went with his catering recommendation and were just floored by their service! We highly recommend taking his advice on ideas. Also, our vendors were raving about the venue as well. It was the best wedding we’ve ever been to, even better than we hoped for. Waldo and Shirley helped every part of our day really come to life. It’s been about a month since the wedding and our friends and family are STILL talking about Blue Hill Farm when we see them. One of our guests even painted us a gorgeous oil painting of the venue as a wedding gift! I think that response from guests really speaks for itself. -
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Sean Sent on 06/22/2026the perfect backyard wedding experience
The venue is fantastic for so many reasons - it feels like a choose-your-own experience where you can really make it feel like your custom day. Most importantly, we loved working with Waldo and Shirley. It was clear from the moment we met them that they are passionate about this venue as if it's their home (because it is)! They have so many custom benches, tables, chairs, sofas, ice cream stands, etc that made the cocktail hour and dance floor a blast. They were hands on with making the grounds spotless (freshly cut grass!) and communicated about last minute tweaks (we moved our band inside to the carriage house with pending weather - which worked out PERFECTLY). We could not envision having our wedding anywhere else, I think they truly enjoyed hosting us and they made us feel extremely welcome throughout the whole weekend! -
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Emma Sent on 05/24/2026Elegant, Relaxed, and the Perfect Setting for Our Wedding
Blue Hill Farm Bed & Breakfast in Waterford, Virginia was the perfect setting for our wedding. Waldo and Shirley were wonderful to work with. They were highly responsive, welcoming, and made every interaction feel completely seamless from start to finish. They prioritized flexibility with our budget to help make our vision a reality, which we appreciated so much. The property itself is absolutely beautiful, with a charming, relaxed atmosphere that made our wedding feel like an elegant backyard barbecue with friends.
The renovated carriage house was the perfect spot for our reception, allowing for an open-air, seamless transition between the tented area, the patio, and the yard for games. The landscaping was stunning, and the interior decor features are incredible. The reception tables were actually handmade by Waldo using wood from the carriage house, and the bar tops on wine barrels added the perfect rustic touch.
The house was also a fantastic space for getting ready. The upstairs bridal suite has beautiful lighting for makeup and offered a great vantage point to watch setup and see guests arrive. As a head-up for future couples, the parking area is located down a hill, requiring a short walk, but Waldo was incredibly accommodating and used the golf cart to transport guests with disabilities, young kids, and anyone else who needed assistance. To top it all off, their golden retriever, Yogi, came out for a visit later in the night and was a massive hit with our guests. We cannot recommend this beautiful location enough!
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Amanda Sent on 12/30/2025Incredible Fall Wedding
Waldo & Shirley's property was nothing short of extraordinary. They provided a backdrop for our dream wedding, and we loved all of the preferred vendors and guidance we got along the way. The attention to detail and passion were everything we could have asked for in a wedding venue vendor, and we so appreciate their kindness as we worked with them throughout the whole process. Thank you for helping bring our vision to life! -
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Faith Sent on 12/22/2025Unforgettable October Wedding
My husband and I were married here in October, and us choosing Blue Hills was one of the best decisions we made. We planned our wedding in just 90 days, and Waldo and Shirley made the entire process feel calm and doable. Their flexibility, preparation, and care for even the smallest details brought us so much peace throughout planning and on the day itself.
They were honest, fair, and genuinely kind. It truly felt like celebrating with family and friends. The property is beautifully maintained, and the greenery was one of the main reasons we fell in love with the venue. From start to finish, working with Waldo and Shirley was peaceful, smooth, and such a joy.
If you’re considering this B&B for a wedding, anniversary, or special getaway, book it! You won’t regret it.
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Jessica Sent on 12/22/2025BHF: Warm, Sentimental, and Beautiful
Where do I begin!? As a bride that looked at these reviews before we booked, I feel like I’m writing a little note to our past selves! Now that we’re 3 months out from our big day, we could not recommend BHF more.
The beauty of this venue is the ability to create your specific day. Our vision for our wedding was a garden/backyard party with a little bit of an upgrade. We wanted it to feel sweet and welcoming while still feeling like a big event. Like the sweetness of a farm wedding without being too farm-y, you know? Garden but not rustic.
-The venue itself is gorgeous, and the flow of the wedding is so special and so seamless. At our wedding, it felt like everyone had a different experience. We had folks playing cornhole, chatting by the pool, and tearing up the dance floor. It really did feel like a magical and unique spot - the garden cocktail hour is lovely and feels like a little fairy garden
-The house is stunning, and the getting-ready photos are delightful. Super nice for the bridal party to have so many spaces to lounge and hang.
-Waldo & Shirley opened their home to us so, so many times, for walk throughs, for drop-ins, and for last minute questions. By the time we arrived at the day, it really did feel like our own backyard, which was incredibly special. Their warm, open, and always helpful demeanor was a unique gift - we wouldn’t have had the same experience if we had chosen a different venue.
-Waldo and Shirley are immensely helpful and so creative. They helped us execute our entire vision and enabled the little details that helped the venue feel like *us*, like a black & white dance floor inside the carriage house (100% recommend if you have the budget)
-Waldo and Shirley managed SO MUCH for us on the day of the event and before. They were such a blessing and managed so many of the small little things that came up - we never knew!!
We seriously could not recommend BHF more, and the photos speak for themselves. We had so many guests share that this was the most beautiful wedding they’d ever been to - both because of the beauty of the venue and because BHF is a venue that enables that wedding magic. You just can’t help but feel sentimental! Literally will be coming back again and again for our anniversaries. -
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Katey Sent on 06/11/2025
Wedding Of Our Dreams!!!
I would 100% recommend getting married at Blue Hill Farm!! Waldo and Shirley are so kind and down to earth and are the heart of this venue. We knew immediately after meeting Waldo and Shirley and seeing the breath taking venue that this was where we wanted to get married (in fact, we did not even bother to tour any other venues after this one because it felt so right!). Waldo and Shirley were always available for suggestions and questions and for multiple visits to the venue prior to the wedding. They have an absolutely amazing attention to detail as well! We were able to do decor drop off the entire week prior to the wedding as well which was really great and helpful! We were able to choose our own vendors but they do have a really awesome vendor list that we were able to choose the perfect coordinator from :) One of my bridesmaids was even early on the day of the wedding and Shirley was kind enough to make her breakfast (my bridesmaid swears it was the best breakfast she has ever had also!). We got married on June 7th, 2025 and it was an absolutely perfect intimate wedding. More perfect than my husband and I could have ever imagined! Our families and friends are still raving that this was the best and most beautiful wedding they had ever been to! -
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Allie Sent on 09/13/2024
The most beautiful venue
From the moment my husband and I stepped on to Blue Hill we knew we found the place. We toured other venues and they were quick 10 minutes around the property. Waldo and Shirley took the time to take us through the whole property and give us an idea of what our special day would be like. Through out the process they were helpful.
The weekend of our wedding was the one of the hottest days on record for June, which was a little more stressful then we planned, but Blue Hill and the team still made everything we could of dreamed of. We had a magical day.
The views are so amazing, our pictures we got back were so breathe taking with the beautiful scenery. You also get the experience of having your wedding move through out the property which give you so many backdrops and keep your guest moving. We got a lot of compliments on how each part of the wedding had a different feel.
Overall, if you are looking for a beautiful outdoor venue with a customized feel that you are part of the family, this is a wonderful spot to get married. -
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Katherine Sent on 11/21/2023Magical Views, Attentive Service, Great Communication
My husband and I got married at Blue Hill Farm in September of 2023, and it was absolutely the most perfect place to have a wedding. From the ceremony backdrop of rolling mountains, to the string lights-lit dance floor, our wedding was everything my husband and I hoped for. Waldo and Shirley were beyond accommodating, communicative, and warm -- overall the most pleasant folks to work with. They even jumped in at the last minute and helped us find a new caterer when issues arose for us the week prior to the wedding. They were essentially our wedding planners in the process, and we couldn't be more grateful for their efficiency, organization, experience, and attention to detail. We had our dinner in the big field behind the property, and with the autumn colors, it was just stunning. It was especially great to be able to customize the locations of the different elements of our reception -- the cocktail hour on the side of the house, dinner in the big field, and dancing in the carriage house. Our guests raved about the stunning views and loved moving around the property during the evening. Overall, we had a wonderful experience with Waldo and Shirley (and Yogi, the couple's golden retriever!) and we're in love with what was the most perfect day at Blue Hill Farm. If you're looking for a magical place to get married, look no further!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy you're happy! Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season! Stay in touch and come visit when you can! -
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Jess Sent on 11/03/20235 Star Wedding Experience
It didn't take us long to know that Blue Hill Farm was the wedding venue for us. After touring the beautiful venue, my husband and I talked to Waldo and Shirley for about an hour just getting to know one another. Little did we know how much we had in common. We immediately felt welcomed by them and assured that they would be with us throughout the entire process. They gave us numerous recommendations for 5-start vendors and answered every "silly" question that we had about the process. Whenever we had new ideas or changes we wanted to make, they were extremely accommodating and reassured us that this was our day, and they were there to help us execute it in the most perfect way. We cannot recommend them enough! -
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Katie Sent on 10/31/2023Beautiful Wedding Weekend in late May!
Shirley and Waldo made sure our late May wedding weekend went off without a hitch! We had a great, small welcome dinner in the carriage house and beautiful gravel driveway - plenty of tables, seating, and speakers for music for the whole evening!
We had a wonderful morning and afternoon preparing for our late afternoon ceremony and evening reception. The weather was sunny for the whole morning and afternoon - only sprinkling as soon as our ceremony was over. Waldo and Shirley were already prepared with the necessary tents and umbrellas for our guests to use during cocktail hour and dinner service. During cocktail hour, Blue Hill Farm let us invite wildlife ambassadors from a local wildlife rescue to visit to educate guests on cool local wildlife - Shirley and Waldo were so wonderful and flexible with requests such as that! We had three food trucks (a taco station, pizza truck, and BBQ truck) on the driveway and by the carriage house for dinner service...it went great EVEN when it was downpouring. The guests had a blast on the dance floor with a great live band in the carriage house and Waldo put together a bonfire for us after the rain stopped.
Sunday morning was our laid-back brunch for guests to say bye before they departed. It was a great way to end the weekend.
We are a couple who loves animals and having Yogi and the chickens around was a blast! Shirley and Waldo are so dear to our hearts and feel like family. We are already looking forward to visiting them again soon. -
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Theresa Sent on 10/07/2023Blue Hill Farm is the BEST!
We had the best experience working with Shirley and Waldo! From the beginning, they were friendly, warm, and welcoming. This is their home, and they really open you up to all of it. All of the planning and logistics went smoothly. We got married during a crazy rainstorm. They worked tirelessly to make sure our day was still beautiful. Our guests had the best time!!! We look forward to going back to visit Shirley, Waldo, and their wonderful dog Yogi!! -
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Mary Sent on 12/03/2022
Everything was perfect!!
I could not have asked for a better venue!! Waldo and Shirley were so great! They were very attentive and went through with everything we envisioned! We gave them a timeline and it all went so smoothly. We did not have the wedding at the venue so we told them how we wanted everything to be placed for the cocktail hour/dinner/dancing and they did exactly what we envisioned! We had a blue hydrangea theme for our reception and it all looked so wonderful. They are very personal and work with you so well!! Everyone at the wedding afterwards commented on how beautiful the venue was! I 10/10 recommend, you will not be disappointed. -
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Corinne Sent on 11/30/2022
Best Decision Ever!
This was the absolute perfect wedding venue! The site was beautiful, especially for our October 15th wedding when the fall colors were starting to appear. We loved being able to have our entire wedding, from getting ready in the morning to the ceremony to the reception in one place, and dancing out under the stars was the perfect way to end the night. Shirley and Waldo were amazing to work with and always available to answer our questions or work out the details of our special day. Shirley even cut flowers for our dining tables as a last-minute, perfect final touch on our decorations! Overall, we could not have asked for a better place to get married and our guests can't stop raving about how beautiful the wedding was! -
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Erica Sent on 11/29/2022A Beautiful Backyard Wedding
Our wedding was on June 25, 2022. We envisioned an intimate backyard wedding with our closest friends and family and that’s exactly what Blue Hill Farm delivered! We had 70 guests total.
We toured a few sites around NOVA but nothing compared to the charm of Blue Hill Farm. Waldo and Shirley went above and beyond to make our wedding weekend special. Many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to!
Waldo and Shirley were communicative throughout the planning process and brought our vision to life. Whenever we had questions throughout the planning process, Waldo and Shirley made themselves available. Their property is absolutely stunning and they have great taste in decor. Our event flowed nicely from an outdoor ceremony to cocktail hour to dinner in the carriage house. We ended the night dancing in front of the carriage house with string lights overhead—it was truly the perfect summer evening!
Waldo and Shirley also introduced us to the best vendors. Our photographer, caterer, florist, and day-of coordinator were all recommended by Blue Hill Farm and they were absolutely incredible. Waldo and Shirley’s strong relationships with a number of local vendors made our decision-making easy.
A huge perk of getting married at Blue Hill Farm is that they reserve the venue for your wedding party for the weekend, so you can add a rehearsal dinner and brunch if you choose and don’t have to worry about another wedding party moving in the next day. This value for the price is unmatched in the NOVA / DC area.
If you’re looking for a truly special venue and team to make your wedding vision come to life, look no further than Blue Hill Farm! We will cherish our wedding weekend forever.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Erica for such a wonderful review and for sharing the photos. It really was a perfect day, evening and weekend in so many ways and thanks for noting our wonderful vendors who are indispensable in our efforts to pull off great events. We were so thrilled that everything came together so well. We wish you and your families a wonderful holiday season. Please stay in touch!
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Megan Sent on 11/28/2022
Shirley and Waldo were an excellent team to work
Ian and I fell in love with Blue Hill within minutes of touring the venue, and there was no question in our minds that we would get married there.
Shirley and Waldo were an excellent team to work with in the months leading up to our special day. Their experience in weddings was apparent in the open/frequent communication and organization throughout the process. They also accommodated our requests to visit the farm several times to discuss the big day’s details. Our vision played out exactly as we hoped, due in many ways to Shirley and Waldo’s dedication to making our dreams a reality.
We envisioned a non-traditional wedding with a venue that made our day extra unique, and all we needed to do was add our personal touches, and Blue Hill Farm checked all the boxes. Everyone loved the ceremony on the front lawn, with a change of scenery for cocktail hour followed by the reception in the carriage house with a special bonfire in the back to keep warm and enjoy s'mores. However, the common feedback from ALL guests was how perfect our wedding day was, and we couldn’t have pictured it any other way.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Megan, we felt the same way about you and Ian after we met you and were thrilled that it all came together over the past year. We loved the small touches you employed and all the little design twists such as your ceremony set up with flowers and no backdrop. We enjoyed getting to know you and your folks and were happy the weather stayed warm for early November even though we were prepared. Yogi sends his best to Hershey and we wish you both a happy holiday season and a great start to 2023. Please stay in touch! -
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Gina Sent on 11/23/2022
Fairytale Wedding Venue and Hosts
Through every interaction we had with them, Waldo and Shirley felt like family. They are once personable and simultaneously very well versed in the world of hosting spectacular wedding occasions. Although they required no mandatory vendors to work with, they had many suggestions from previous experience to helped lead us to hiring our food vendor, floral design, wedding coordinator and tent rental.
The landscape at their self-run B&B is absolutely stunning for photos with plenty of options for staging the wedding party including a handicapped access restroom and transport. Their property is impeccably manicured by the couple and offers a natural addition to any floral decor. Shirley was an incredible gift helping us create signage and florals and Waldo’s beautifully hand-crafted arches, tables, dance floor, carriage house and sound system was a huuuuge asset.
It was an added delight getting to have Yogi, their well-mannered pup, around at what felt like all the most opportune emotionally supportive moments. We can’t wait to visit and highly recommend them to anyone interested in throwing a beautifully memorable outdoor wedding.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Gina for such a lovely review. We loved hosting your event and getting to know your families, it was a magical weekend. We have had lots of lovely couples over the years but you and Phillip kicked it up a notch and I'd also add you had the two of the most beautiful dresses I've ever seen. We show pictures of you in both to our prospective couples often to gasps :-) We were thrilled you loved Yogi as much as he loved all of you, he fell into a depression after you left. Thank you so much for adding the pictures, it's easy for us to miss so many of these details as we are so busy tending to details in the background. Our best to you and your families for a wonderful holiday season and a great start to 2023. Please stay in touch! -
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Ah Sent on 11/12/2022A Beautiful Venue
Our wedding took place on September 24, 2022. We are so happy with our choice of Blue Hill Farm for our venue. Our 60 guests absolutely raved about how beautiful the venue was. Shirley and Waldo were an excellent team to work with in the months leading up to our special day. Our vision played out exactly as we hoped, due in many ways to Shirley and Waldo’s dedication to making our dreams a reality. Our vendors also played a huge part in the success of our day: Shirley and Waldo’s flexibility in allowing couples to bring in vendors of their own choosing made this possible.
Shirley and Waldo's experience in weddings was evident by how organized they were throughout the process. They even used Google Calendar to schedule out the key milestones in advance. They offer an all-inclusive option that gives couples full access to the decor and furniture they’ve collected and engineered over the years - this greatly simplified our planning. They also accommodated our requests to visit the farm on several occasions to work out the details for the big day. Shirley even added her own touches of fresh-picked wildflowers from their property to complement our decorations. And Waldo’s bonfire was a big hit, warming our guests on the chilly September evening.
We highly recommend Blue Hill Farm and the services of Shirley and Waldo. On the morning following our wedding (and after a fresh-cooked breakfast), as we took our leave of the Farm, it was like saying goodbye to old friends. Please check them out. You won’t be disappointed.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Amanda for such a thoughtful review, we appreciated your sentiment that it felt like saying goodbye to old friends when you and Steve left. You made the most of our venue with so many little touches that you added and we loved how it all flowed so smoothly. You both were such a pleasure to deal with that it made all our communications fun and we looked forward to making your dream weekend come together. As for the bonfire, I'm glad it was such a hit with your guests on a perfect night, I'm pretty sure you hold the record for the number of guests that gathered around. Have a wonderful holiday season and a great start to 2023 and please stay in touch! -
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Grace Sent on 11/06/2022Great Choice for Couples Looking for a Beautiful Venue and a Stress-Free Experience
My husband and I were married here in August 2022 and had a wonderful experience. Waldo and Shirley are amazing hosts and were incredibly helpful and easy to work with throughout the wedding planning process. The venue is gorgeous, and we received so many compliments from our guests on our choice of location. We would highly recommend Blue Hill Farm to any couples looking for a place to tie the knot!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Grace for your kind words. We were honored to be the venue you chose among all the alternatives around here. You and Alec quietly pulled off quite a charming event in the Carriage House and tent and we were happy to be able to help you do so. Thank you for adding the pictures as we often miss what is happening around us as we stay focused on keeping everything flowing smoothly in the background. Have a wonderful holiday season and we wish you a prosperous New Year. Please stay in touch! -
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Emily Sent on 11/02/2022
Fantastic May Wedding
Waldo and Shirley were the kindest, most accommodating hosts. We had so much fun designing our three-day wedding weekend around their beautiful space, and couldn't imagine our special day without them.
The farm hosted our 150-person wedding with ease, and we used the variety of spaces that Waldo and Shirley have on property to create a seamless experience for our guests (no space flipping required!). The extra pieces that Waldo keeps on site were the icing on the cake.
Thank you again Waldo and Shirley for making our special day so perfect.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Emily for your lovely review. We were honored to be entrusted by you and Zac for your big weekend after only a virtual tour, you have impeccable taste obviously :-) We enjoyed working with you on your ambitious plans and seeing all the novel ideas that you had for the rehearsal dinner with the BBQ food truck, the cool outdoor club vibe for cocktail hour with the leather furniture and the amazing whiskey bar. You had a vision and had a great team you were were managing so we were not at surprised at how well you pulled it together. Your event was our first full weekend event in quite a while given the pandemic in 2020 & 2021 but despite that and the rather "warm" temperatures for May, it looked and felt like a very successful weekend extravaganza. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and a great start to 2023! -
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Sharon Sent on 12/12/2021Blue Hill Farm for intimate, personalized weddings!
We had an amazing experience with Blue Hill, from the beginning until the end. It will be very hard for you to find a better wedding site with the perfect combination of views, personalized options, and more importantly people. Shirley and Waldo are the most wonderful people to work with, which was one of the main reasons why we chose this venue. Their flexibility throughout this process was great and we're extremely happy with our decision. We loved the opportunity to host our Rehearsal Dinner at the venue and then stay at the Bed and Breakfast the night before the wedding. This really helped to make the whole weekend feel connected to Blue Hill Farm. The bride, bridesmaids, and bride's parents had brunch with Shirley and Waldo on the morning of the wedding and it set such a wonderful, warm tone for the wedding day. Not to mention, Shirley cooks a delicious breakfast, complete with a BLUE egg from their very own chickens! The wedding day was absolutely perfect and that is in no small part thanks to the love and dedication that Shirley and Waldo put in behind the scenes to make it happen. We highly recommend considering Blue Hill Farm if you are looking for an intimate and personalized wedding experience. -
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Sarah Sent on 11/19/2021Best wedding venue in Northern Virginia!!
My husband and I were looking at various wedding venues in the NOVA area and ended up staying at Blue Hill’s Bed and Breakfast while we were shopping around some of the wineries. As soon as we heard that Blue Hill also hosted weddings, we were sold. The property is absolutely stunning with views of rolling hills, accented by tons of beautiful flowers and trees, a charming carriage house, and all the space you need to create the wedding of your dreams. In addition, Waldo and Shirley are the most gracious and thoughtful hosts who are dedicated to helping you have a perfect day.
My husband and I had a very specific vision for what we wanted to do – from the food to the décor – so another big selling point for us was that Blue Hill offered flexibility (rather than other venues that felt like “wedding factories” who had limitations when it came to vendors, timing, etc.). Speaking of flexibility – we were one of the many couples who had to reschedule our wedding due to covid and Waldo and Shirley were so understanding and patient as we shifted our plans. It could have been a very stressful scenario, but we were able to keep all our plans intact and just shift our date to 2021.
Our actual wedding day was picture perfect and I can honestly say that I had zero stress the entire day. Waldo and Shirley were very involved with our plans and have an organized system for keeping tabs on all the details to help things go flawlessly. The venue itself is breathtaking and our guests commented on how beautiful and relaxing the property is. You have tons of options for where to host the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and take photos so it is ideal for tailoring each of your wedding events to exactly what you envision.
I truly feel like we got married at a family friend’s property – Shirley and Waldo made us feel very at home (from the first day we visited to the final sparkler send off on our wedding day) and helped us plan and execute an amazing wedding. Thank you, Blue Hill, for helping us host a very happy, lovely wedding!
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Carola Sent on 11/19/2021
Blue Hill Farm, a light amid our darkness
When you are planning for your "Big Day" you want it to be unforgettable and blessed. I expected this from Blue Hill Farm, but received so much more. Shirley and Waldo were not only the best hosts, but they became as our best friends to advise us during this time. Not only did they care that every detail was perfect for our wedding, but they also showed their human side and noble hearts by offering us their support and affection. Throughout our interactions with them, starting from the time we first contacted them, then at the time we let them know about my husband's cancer on the eve of the wedding, up until the death of my husband just a month later, and even to this day, they have always showed love, sincere concern and moral support so that Brian and I had the best day of our lives and were able to fulfill our dream. Although our marriage lasted only a month, the wonderful experience that Blue Hill Farm gave us, the beautiful memories we made at the venue, the sincere affection and heartfelt ties that were formed that day with the hosts, will remain forever. We always prayed to God to lead us to the right venue, the one He Himself chose for us and to send us the right people, and God is so good that not only did He send us to the most beautiful venue we had ever seen, but He sent angels to our lives so that they made our wedding a beautiful event full of blessing. I will always be grateful to Shirley and Waldo, and their entire team of wonderful people for their affection, their love and their help in our most important moment, but also support during our most difficult moments. Their organizing of our wedding was excellent, but beyond the wedding, they showed a special love toward Brian and I, and I am forever thankful for the beautiful impression they left in my heart and in my memories; And I know that Brian from heaven is also grateful and happy with the best venue and the best hosts and friends that can exist to make a wedding the most wonderful day in the world. Thank you, Blue Hill Farm, Shirley and Waldo, we love you in the Lord!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Carol - Thank you for your kind words and friendship. We think of you and Brian every single day. Your wedding was heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time. It was our pleasure to make it the best we possibly could. We will hold you and Brian in our hearts forever. -
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Agresti Sent on 12/03/2020An Unforgettable Wedding Venue
Waldo & Shirley’s venue deserves more than 5 stars! We had a wedding to plan in less than 3 months and they were supportive from start to finish. Without them, our dream wedding would have not been possible. They worked closely with our day of coordinator Daniela from Daniellys Boutique to make sure our day ran smoothly. They were prompt with answering all emails, knowledgeable with local vendors, and beyond helpful.
This award-winning venue creates one-of-a-kind weddings that fit within your budget, suit your personal style, and produce everlasting memories. The venue is breathtaking, its natural surroundings and vintage decor transform this traditional B&B/farm into a classic setting to celebrate love. It captures all the charm and atmosphere that brides and grooms are looking for when hosting a wedding. Our guests haven't stopped raving about our wedding and the service Waldo and Shirley provided. Thank you Waldo and Shirley. We are forever grateful.
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Hi Nicholas (and Berenice) -
Sorry for the late reply! We appreciate your wonderful review. It makes us so happy to know you're happy. We hope you'll stay in touch and stop by if you're in the area. Hope you're enjoying Wedded Bliss! We send you our best wishes! -
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Margaret Sent on 11/17/202010/17 Wedding
WOW!!! Blue Hill Farm truly hit it out of the ballpark. They were responsive and flexible every step of our express wedding process. We could not have pulled off the wedding of our dreams without Shirley and Waldo. They were amazing hosts and made our guests feel welcome. They worked to make sure everything was ready to go for vendors. They did a truly lovely job and I can't imagine a better wedding venue experience.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Margaret! Thank you for your kind words. We think of you and Silas often. Your wedding with the blue and copper was one of the prettiest we've had here! Please stop by if you're in the area - would love to stay in touch. Hope school is off to a good start! -
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Meaghan Sent on 11/02/2020
Beautiful, charming venue - 10.10.2020 Wedding
My husband, Ben, and I began our search for a wedding venue in August 2020. In all honesty, we were not expecting to find a venue with any dates available in October, especially with our shortened timeline and during COVID! We were so fortunate to find Blue Hill Farm!
The venue is so charming, with gorgeous rolling hills in the front, a rustic carriage house, and beautiful gardens and greenery throughout the property. It was everything that we were hoping to find in a venue, and every aspect was stunning in our photos. We held our ceremony in the front of the house overlooking the rolling hills of Waterford. Our cocktail hour was set up in the garden on the side of the house, and our reception was held in the carriage house. There were so many little details and spaces that allowed our guests to feel comfortable and socially distance.
The venue owners, Shirley and Waldo, are wonderful people, they were so warm and inviting from the get-go. During our initial visit, they gave us a tour (with their dog, Yogi!) and talked to us in detail about what they offered and what we were envisioning for our special day. We felt so comfortable developing our vision with them, and we felt confident that we would be in great hands with them being so involved in the process. We visited one other wedding venue prior to visiting Blue Hill Farm, and we knew immediately that Blue Hill Farm offered a much more personalized experience for us and our guests. On our wedding day, Shirley helped Ben set our tables and picked flowers from her gardens to spruce up our reception space, this was such a lovely gesture and so appreciated!
Within 24 hours of visiting their property, Waldo provided us with available dates, a quote, and detailed package information for our intimate 16-guest wedding. They offer so many options in their packages, including a bonfire, a dancefloor, custom farm tables, wine barrels, and the list goes on. If we had gone through with another venue, we would have paid a fortune for everything that they offered.
Ben and I were a bit hesitant in planning a wedding during a pandemic, but we are so glad that we did. Our wedding was everything that we dreamed it would be and more! Our closest friends and family were so complimentary and raved about the venue. Thank you so much, Shirley and Waldo! Blue Hill Farm will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Meaghan - We can't thank you enough for your kind, wonderful words. You mini wedding was THE sweetest! It was a joy for us to host, but the real gift was meeting you and Ben! Please stay in touch. -
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Ally Sent on 11/02/2020
Ally & AJ’s Sept 2020 Wedding
My hubby and I had looked for MONTHS for a wedding venue and were so frustrated by not being able to find a venue that was customizable to what we wanted. I found blue hill farm on a cold rainy day in the late fall and fell in love with it. Shirley & Waldo were so sweet throughout the entire planning process and worked with us every step of the way. Planning during Covid was so stressful, but we decided to stick with our date and cut the guest count down to under 50 making it just family and our closest friends. I was never the girl to dream about my wedding, but this was the best day of my life. Everything from waking up and Shirley making my bridesmaids and I fresh farm egg sandwiches on the front porch with big cashmere blankets on the brisk morning, to putting on my dress and seeing my fiancé stand out in the front yard with the beautiful mountain landscape before I walked down the isle made it perfect . Their golden retriever yogi made the best wedding guest dancing with all of the groomsmen until the night ended, and Waldo worked tirelessly all day and night to make sure everything was set up perfectly. We even went with all of their vendor recommendations and they were all affordable and AMAZING which made it all so much easier on us. I can’t recommend this venue enough ❤️❤️Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Ally!
Forgive me for the late response on this! We talk about you and AJ and your beautiful wedding all the time and we're so happy so hear you've moved to Leesburg! You MUST come out for a visit! Please!
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Heather Sent on 10/31/2020Best Wedding Venue Ever!
Blue Hill Farm B&B is the best wedding venue ever! The views are breathtaking, the house is gorgeous, the property is beautiful, and the owners are amazing! I don’t know how else to describe this location except as perfect. We were able to use some of the bedrooms for the girls “getting ready” location and I can’t imagine a better setting! We had breakfast snacks downstairs while some of our party was upstairs getting hair and makeup done. The kitchen is amazing!
Cocktail hour was perfect with absolutely breathtaking views. Dinner out by the cornfields and dancing in the carriage house. There was even an amazing fire pit. The owners (Waldo & Shirley) were there whenever we needed them and even provided rides for the grandparents when needed and for the bride and groom for great picture locations. Highly recommend this location! You will not regret it!!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Heather - We can't thank you enough for your very kind words. We so enjoyed meeting you and the rest of the family and friends. We enjoyed every minute of Stephanie and Thomas's wedding. They are a wonderful couple and we hope they will stay in touch and come visit us again soon. And you too! -
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Stephanie Sent on 10/31/2020Biggest Blessing! 10.24.20
Due to Covid, my husband and I had to change venues less than 80 days before our wedding date. It sounds crazy… but it was such a blessing! Waldo and Shirely at Blue Hill Farm are a dream to work with! They were so accommodating at such short notice, and made us feel like they genuinely wanted us to have the best day possible.
The property itself is enough to make anyone want to spend their wedding day here. The rolling hills overlooking the mountains, the beautifully built farmhouse, the carriage house perfect for dancing, and the well kept field perfect for social distancing! We got married on October 24, 2020 so the leaves were changing, and our weather was perfect! We used the front of the house for cocktail hour, moved to the other side of the property for dinner under a large tent, and ended the night at the carriage house for dancing and a fire pit. It was perfect! Our guests got to see the whole property and have multiple changes of scenery.
I loved spending the morning getting ready with my bridesmaids in the beautiful farmhouse. Waldo was very kind letting us start at 5:30am, and met us with steaming coffee! My husband and I also enjoyed the ease of staying in the house as well- it may become a yearly airbnb getaway! We had a great wedding day, and a relaxing first morning enjoying the 'bed and breakfast' qualities of BHF.
This is a dream venue! The property is unbelievable, the amenities provide so many fun and convenient options, and the owners are caring and sincere people who want to help couples have amazing weddings!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you so much Stephanie! It means so much to us that you took the time to write such a thoughtful review. We're so happy we were able to host your wedding and help you out of a challenging situation with your first venue. Like you said - maybe it was meant to be. ; ) Everything was perfect. Love you guys! Come back and see us soon! Shirley + Waldo -
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Leah Sent on 08/19/2020Beautiful property in lovely historic town
We viewed this property in July. It’s a gorgeous piece of land with a stunning ceremony view. It’s also in a really convenient location in NoVa for those in DC or right outside of DC. The owners have very flexible policies which is something that’s often undervalued in wedding planning. When you book with them, you’re getting their full attention and use of the private property - which is great! This is a wonderful, scenic place to get married and the B&B itself is immaculate with a rustic chic aesthetic. They also have a ton of great furniture pieces including a hand-built arbor and farmhouse tables that you can get through their (reasonably priced) all-inclusive package. -
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Mallory Sent on 01/12/2020Beautiful Venue
This venue is stunning, and everyone who attended our wedding complimented us! The best day of our life (so far) was made possible by the gorgeous views on the Blue Hill Farm property! -
Amber Sent on 10/31/2019
Blue Hill Beauty
Waldo and Shirley's farm is stunning and was the perfect place to host our family and friends for our big day. What attracted me most was the ability to create whatever ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception that I wanted with their versatile outdoor space and buildings. We also brought in a doughnut food truck and lit the bonfire for s'mores. Blue Hill is always adding furniture and new elements to their farm which is exciting and also gives you the option to rent items from them at a discounted rate. Their package pricing was reasonable compared to other vendors and allows you access to the house from mid day Friday to Sunday morning, which allows you to host a rehearsal dinner and get ready for the wedding all in the same spot. Hiring a bus service to alleviate parking concerns is key. Waldo and Shirley will work with you every step of the way and share past weddings/ideas with you to help you make decisions. Blue Hill Farm did not disappoint and will always hold a special place in our heart. -
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Giannina Sent on 10/30/2019
Shirley and Waldo are amazing!!
We couldn’t have asked for a better place for our special day! Shirley and Waldo were fantastic to work with! They were incredibly helpful. They had a list of vendors they had used in the past which really helped us get started with the planning of our own wedding. Communicating with them was incredibly easy as they always responded to our emails promptly. They were very organized and laid out expenses in a spread sheet which made it much easier for us to pick and choose things we needed for the big day. Both were willing to help out with whatever they could and if we had any questions they’d have answers for us!
Cameron and I did our rehearsal dinner at this location as well and both Shirley and Waldo were so great with helping us set up for this event as well as with the day of the wedding. As the bride I felt calm and collected because I felt like we were in great hands. My bridesmaids, mother and I all spent the night at the venue the night before so we could get ready bright and early the next day. Shirley and Waldo were the sweetest the morning of the wedding and made the girls and I breakfast. Everything turned out perfectly and I honestly could not have had a more perfect day. -
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Quentin Sent on 10/26/2019Wonderful and beautiful
Working with Waldo and Shirley at Blue Hill Farms was a wonderful and stress free experience. The sight was stunningly beautiful and their assistance was so helpful. Our June 15 wedding was a dream come true and our guests were awed by the venue. Blue Hill farms was an amazing setting for a fairy tale day.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Quentin! Yours was one of the most colorful, happy weddings we've ever had here. And that arch!! Oh my gosh. The mother of all wedding arches! We miss laughing with you guys. Stop by sometime! Seriously. Would love to see you. -
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Kristin Sent on 10/26/2019
Wonderful experience with Blue Hill Farm
We knew when we visited Blue Hill Farm that this was the venue for us because of the charming, intimate, and homey feel, and it more than exceeded our expectations!
Waldo & Shirley have a very customized and friendly approach to each wedding-- they try to understand the feel you're going for and work with you to refine the details. Their personal touch spanned from advising on how best to use the space to showcasing the stunning scenery to making breakfast sandwiches for the bridesmaids on the morning of our wedding to connecting us with someone to groom our puppy to be the cutest ring-bearer ever :)
We were going for a fun, not-too-stuffy, and somewhat intimate event (we had about 115 guests in total) and the combination of outdoor ceremony + tented dinner + dancing in the carriage house was absolutely perfect. We had an amazing dance party in the carriage house while guests also had the chance to take a break to roast marshmallows around the firepit.
There was a lot of flexibility in the week leading up in terms of dropping stuff off at various times, which was a huge help. It was also so nice to stay in the Bed and Breakfast for the whole weekend because we really got to know the space and didn't have to worry about transit or coordinating where the wedding party could get ready.
We ended up doing both our rehearsal dinner and wedding at the venue, and I'm so glad we did because we were able to capture the feel of the place all weekend long. Waldo & Shirley were incredibly accommodating in terms of helping us make the rehearsal dinner work and turning around the venue for the next day!
We loved Blue Hill Farm and can't recommend it enough to other couples. It combines beautiful scenery with a really personal touch, and we’re very grateful to have chosen it as our venue! -
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Joshua Sent on 10/23/2019
Blue Hill Farm - The Most Lovely Venue for a June Wedding
I have always considered myself an “I’ll know it when I see it” kind of person, whether that is on small decisions such as “what should I order for dinner?”, to slightly larger things like, “what clothes should I buy for this event?”. It also has since translated to much larger, life-defining decisions such as, “ is that the person I want to marry?” and most recently, “is this the place where I want to get married?”.
When it came to the person I wanted to marry, my decision was made the first day I met my wife (cliché claxon, but it’s true), just as the place where I wanted to marry her became clear the moment we went to Blue Hill Farm. The truth is, we visited one place in total on our search because we found everything we wanted in this one beautiful home on top of a hill; I say the word “home” here purposefully, as the feeling you get from when Waldo and Shirley first walk out their home to greet you, with all the dogs in tow, is that you have become family.
To the people getting married, a wedding is the height of intimacy, vulnerability, and devotion; you are investing your heart and soul (and wallet!) into one single day, which for many is the most important day in their life so far. When you think about all the details that compose a wedding, whether thats the photos, the flowers, the place settings, the glasses, the seating arrangements etc. you want to always be working with people who understand who you are as a couple; the same is true for when you decide the location of your wedding, which if anything, is even more important.
With all this in mind, we found it somewhat disheartening on the long and winding road to wedding planning: navigating convention after convention with hundreds of other people, listening to salesmen/women push brochures into your hand, and wax lyrical about whatever they are selling, seemingly only caring about the money in your pocket rather than who you are as people. As much as I hated the experience of battling with all those people at GMU on rainy Saturday mornings, it definitely elevated my appreciation of both Blue Hill Farm as a location, and Shirley and Waldo as the driving force behind the venue.
Now that you have heard all of that, here are some of the things you are probably more interested in:
• The location is breathtaking. When you drive to the coordinates on the GPS, you go along windy roads that make you forget that you are just an hour or so outside of DC, and then when you suddenly reach the destination you can just see this beautiful home sitting on top of a hill. You roll up the long driveway, to the right you see an amazing field and old barn, to the left a beautiful white fence surrounding an enormous plot of land that overlooks rolling hills; its impossible to not begin to get carried away, and hear faint whisperings of “here comes the bride” inside your head… a noise that only gets louder when you see the farmhouse at the top of the hill. The sheer number of possibilities you can begin to see feels overwhelming, but at the same time exciting.
• The amenities and options are copious:
o Do you want a reception in the farmhouse? You can do that.
o Do you want a ceremony overlooking the rolling hills? You can do that.
o Do you want a ceremony by a lush field, a reception in the farmhouse, and a cocktail hour next to roaming chickens? You can do that.
o Do you want a formal sit down dinner or a more informal dinner with food trucks? You can do either.
o In addition to bringing your own, you can even rent or borrow a number of additional items to personalize the location even more; including, beautiful handmade farm tables, wine barrel bars and coolers, lights, mason jars, speakers, lemonade carts, glassware, table settings, jars, fairy lights… the list goes on and on.
• Blue Hill Farm is extremely flexible with the type of event you want to have. We ended up having basically a two night event with a larger, about 50 people, yet laid back rehearsal dinner, in the farmhouse, before then using the farmhouse again the next day for the wedding reception. Interestingly, using the farmhouse as the sole dinner and reception location was not something others had done previously with a wedding our size; so let’s just think about how much customization that means there is, here we were, 3-4 years into Blue Hill Farms hosting weddings, and couples are still coming up with new ways to utilize the location. In addition, as this suggests, we had access to the property the day before the wedding, the full day of the wedding and half a day the day after – none of this, “you have to be in and out between 3-10” nonsense that a lot of venues insist on.
• This flexibility continues right into the type of wedding in terms of cost also. Our wedding was more of a low key, informal, spend time with family and friends event, and that’s what we paid for at a very reasonable rate. Others, we have seen and heard about, appear to be more elegant and expensive affairs, and then there’s everything else in between. The important takeaway is that you can do whatever you want to do, and the base rate of what you pay for the location for 2 and a half days appears to be unrivaled in the area based on research and friends’ weddings.
Finally, Blue Hill Farm’s greatest amenity, so to speak, are Shirley and Waldo. These are two people that are so proud of everything they do, and so happy they get to engage with you on your journey. At most weddings you can tell when a couple has put their hearts and soul into a wedding venue, with little details that only they would pick, but at Blue Hill Farm you can guarantee that there are at least two more people that have done the same, in Shirley and Waldo. At the end of the day, this is their home, and what a beautiful home it is.
From the moment they greet you with a smile on the first meeting, they are fully invested in you as a couple, and your wedding day. They are able to provide you with advice on how to set up the property, vendors to utilize, what is and is not possible, what could be possible, all while expressing deep enthusiasm, verve, and comfort that even when you feel like you are in over your head, you are reassured you are on the right path.
The venue as a whole thrives because of the love and dedication that they have both put into it – and to me, starting the chapter of marriage on a foundation of love and dedication is no bad thing.
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Josh & Katie!
Wow, just wow. We are blown away and so incredibly appreciative of this review! It is the most thorough we have ever gotten and capsulizes our little slice of heaven venue better than our own website :-) We are deeply touched that we were able to make such an impression on you and your families. You were a lovely couple and it was a magical weekend. As we said then, you and your families are part of the Blue Hill Farm family of happy couples and that is the ultimate gift for us. We would love to see you both again, maybe come out for a night or two in the off season when you need a break and a recharge :-)
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Ginny Sent on 10/22/2019
Comfortable, beautiful place to get married
When we started looking for venues, we wanted something that felt comfortable and personal. For all the beautiful venues, that can be hard to find in The Wedding Industry! When we found Blue Hill Farm, it just felt right. It was so nice to be able to spend the whole weekend in one place. It allowed us to feel more at ease and enjoy ourselves as much as possible. Shirley and Waldo are lovely people and felt like friends by the end of it all. We're so glad we found BHF! -
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Matthew Sent on 10/20/2019
The Perfect Venue!
Blue Hill Farm was the perfect venue for our vision for our wedding. The gorgeous backdrop for the ceremony, the beautiful and expansive grounds, and the flexibility the space offers made the day exactly what we wanted. The space flows naturally from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception. As the reception progressed guests could join the fun on the dance floor, relax by the pool, or enjoy the roaring fire Waldo built. It was a blistering hot August day, but we preferred the sun over rain!
Waldo and Shirley were incredibly helpful throughout the lead up and on the big day. We were a bit more on the DIY-end for certain things, and they were very accomodating of storing things or offering items they had on hand. When we had an unconventional request and wanted our bartender and his buddy from our every-Friday bar to handle drinks at our wedding, Blue Hill worked with us to find a solution that allowed us to have a dream team set of bartenders but with the right insurance that kept everyone happy.
We highly recommend renting Blue Hill for the entire weekend. The venue was great for a relaxed rehearsal on Friday. Shirley makes a fantastic spread in the morning. Rather than rushing to “get in” and then “get out” we had plenty of time to make sure everything was exactly how we wanted it.
We would note however that in addition to the upfront cost of renting the venue, there are several additional fees for things you might expect to be included. We highly recommend if you are considering Blue Hill and operating on a tighter budget you ask for their full price breakdown before you make your decision. That said, we are still glad we made the choice we did, and highly recommend going with Blue Hill!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Hi Matt- Sorry for the late response! It's been a little crazy around here. Our last wedding of the season is on Saturday. Thank you so much for taking the time for writing a thorough review and for your kind words. We loved hosting your wedding and we wish you the best in your world travels! P.S. Going forward we're including all the props and even tables and chairs as part of our packages. ; ) -
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Pat C. Sent on 10/17/2019
10/10 Experience
Waldo and Shirley are two of the most pleasant people I've met and their home is just as amazing. I know the people helping us plan our wedding spent a lot of time at their residence prior to the big day and even dropped in unannounced on a few occasions but Waldo and Shirley could not have been more welcoming and it was very apparent throughout the weekend that they were more than happy to meet our needs. Their venue is spectacular and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for an intimate venue with a great view and in a great location.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you so much Pat! The pleasure was all ours. We so enjoyed meeting you guys. You have a wonderful family. Stay in touch and please visit us when you're in the area! -
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Rachel Sent on 10/16/2019
Spectacular summer wedding at Blue Hill Farm!
Our daughter and son-in-law were married at Blue Hill Farm in August, 2019. Waldo and Shirley Tibbetts' spectacular property provided the perfect setting for a spectacular weekend. From their gorgeous, warm home where the bridal party of 8 spent Friday night in four guest rooms, waking to Shirley's delicious breakfast, a morning run through historic Waterford and a fun day of hair and make up in their spacious bridal area upstairs, to the picture perfect setting for the ceremony on their expansive front lawn overlooking Sugarloaf Mountain, to cocktails around their lovely carriage house and pool, to a night of dining and dancing under a gorgeous tent...the event couldn't have been more perfect. Waldo and Shirley were helpful every step of the way with suggestions and ideas (working with a wedding planner who knew the venue was a huge plus), and Shirley, who is a fabulous graphic designer, stepped in to help us days before the wedding when our programs, menus and signage needed a redesign. Waldo worked tirelessly day of to make sure the grounds looked perfect. No one else had use of the venue that weekend, which is unusual. We were able to drop off signage, liquor, attire, etc. beginning early that week, making the entire weekend easier. We honestly felt as though we were home with family at Blue Hill Farm, not at a public venue. What a memorable weekend, thanks in great part to Waldo and Shirley and beautiful Blue Hill Farm!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Hi Rachel - I thought I replied to this a while back but now I don't see it. : / Oh well - as you know we absolutely loved hosting Ariel's and Brendan's beautiful wedding. You guys really did it right, you hired amazing vendors who pulled off a spectacular event. The photos are amazing. We were honored to host this for you guys. Let's get together for coffee or something one day. Miss you! ~ Shirley -
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Tammy Sent on 10/10/2019Blue Hill Farm
I highly recommend this venue! As Mother of the Bride, the words, “Don’t worry, we will take care of it.” Is exactly what I needed to hear! Everything was perfect! If a Wedding Day Coordinator is needed, I highly recommend hiring Shirley and Waldo’s daughter, Drew. She was a pleasure to work with!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thanks so much Tammy! We so appreciate your kind words. Drew will be thrilled to hear this too! We really enjoyed getting to know you guys. Please stay in touch. -
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Jessica Sent on 10/09/201910-5-2019 Wedding
Having our wedding at Blue Hill Farms was hands down the best decision we made! The Owners, Shirley and Waldo are AMAZING and went above and beyond to make our day incredible. The “selling factor” for us when searching for a venue was just how at home we felt when we first met them and how easy it was to see their excitement to have us become a part of the Blue Hill Farm family! We were also fortunate enough to use their daughter Drew as our “day of coordinator” and there is no way we could’ve had the wedding of our dreams without her. You can tell Shirley, Waldo and Drew really love what they do and took the time to gain a personal relationship with us and really get to know us and see our vision as clear as we did. Their knowledge of the venue and vast experience made everything run seamlessly! They all made the wedding planning process so easy and Were always a phone call or email away (there was ALOT of emails and calls haha). The views look good in pictures, then absolutely take your breath away as you walk around the property and really see them for yourself! If anyone is looking for a wedding to feel warm, personable, comfortable, and fun then this is the place!!! I would give anything to go back to our weekend and relive this entire experience with them!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Awwww! Thank you Jess! We're so happy you're happy. That's our best reward! We loved your family and friends - such a warm, wonderful bunch! Please come back and visit! -
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Heather Sent on 09/27/2019A dream wedding at a dream location
Words can not begin to express our gratitude and happiness to Waldo and Shirley, the owners and hosts of Blue Hill Farm. To say that our daughter's wedding was everything she dreamed of seems trite. But it was. And I know, as her mom, that she would not have felt that way if it weren't for Waldo and Shirley. Not only is their property absolutely breathtaking, but they are the sweetest, most patient, most generous hosts we could have ever hoped to work with. They not only answered every email we sent in an expedient manner (and we sent a lot!!), but they allowed us to come to the farm on numerous occasions during the planning phase so we could figure out all of the details. This was critical because our daughter lives in Dallas, so we had to do a lot of the planning with her virtually. At every turn, Waldo and Shirley were there to assist us. Honestly, by the end of this whole thing, I feel like we are now family.
Thank you Waldo and Shirley from the bottom of our hearts for making Em & Pat's dream wedding come true.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Heather - We can't thank you enough for your very kind words. We enjoyed every minute of Emily and Pat's wedding. Your team was super organized and so very nice every single step of the way. Let's put that dinner on the calendar soon. And give our best to everyone. ~ Shirley -
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Quentin Sent on 07/01/2019A Country Wedding
My husband and I were delighted to work with Shirley and Waldo. Their beautiful farm and B&B were the perfect location for our country wedding. The service was great and our wedding went off without a hitch. I highly recommend them.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Quentin! I can't tell you how much we enjoyed hosting your beautiful wedding! The arch, the flowers, the food! So well- done. I hope we can remain friends forever. We wish you and Grant a lifetime of happiness. Please come visit soon. -
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Debra Sent on 04/17/2019
Awesome location for meetings too!
Absolutely perfect experience at Blue Hill Farms this week. Shirley prepared an amazing breakfast and the location was perfect for our group. Plenty of room to spread out - perfect spots to gather and brainstorm! My favorite? Outdoor meeting on the porch chairs and rockers!
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Stuart Sent on 12/31/2018
Blue Hill Farm: Beautiful location, dedicated hosts!
What a wonderful venue! Our daughter Amanda and Kyle were married on September 1, 2018 at this beautiful location. All went so well that day especially for the dedicated commitment by Waldo and Shirley who gave so much of themselves to making the day perfect for all who attended.Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Stuart, it's always a pleasure for us having wonderful loving families come together and knowing we get to be part of the magic process. I still remember fondly watching from the side yard when you first saw Amanda in her dress and the tears of joy you had, it was a beautiful father daughter moment. Your newly extended family was delightful to work with from beginning to end and we'd love to have you back out for a visit anytime. -
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Kyle Sent on 12/31/2018Wedding Venue of Our Dreams
Blue Hill Farm is a beautiful bed and breakfast plus wedding venue located in the quiet Leesburg, VA area. From start to finish, our whole planning process was as easy as possible. The owners Waldo & Shirley were consistently kind and helpful in realizing our vision for our September 1st wedding. They both were extremely responsive with advice and input throughout the year leading up to our wedding, responding quickly and always up for a phone call. We appreciated their candid thoughts about what worked best in the past, and could make any modification to suit our needs. Come the weekend of our wedding, Waldo and Shirley worked tirelessly to make sure our wedding was a stress-free and enjoyable event for the two of us and our 200+ guests. Waldo went above and beyond creating a custom cross for our ceremony and they have a wide variety of props to use throughout our evening. One of our biggest worries before our event was potential rain, and even though we had a storm during our reception, Waldo ensured that it did not affect our ceremony or everyone’s of the evening. We are so thankful for the opportunity to have held our special day at Blue Hill Farm and would not hesitate recommending the venue to others! We can’t wait to return for an anniversary weekend!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Kyle,
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. You and Amanda were a true pleasure to work with! I knew from our first contact and email that even though you'd never laid eyes on Blue Hill Farm in person, that this was going to be a great connection and a fun wedding. We were excited to see what you all were planning to pull off and you didn't disappoint, bringing your A game for big picture, small details and organization as well as an A+ team of family and friends backing you. There were lots of memorable moments that weekend but the fact that neither of you seemed to sweat but have even more fun even with a spectacular lightning show flashing around us during your reception was special. You know the saying that rain on your wedding day is a good omen... the fact that you had a such a visual and audible spectacle is a harbinger of great things for you and Amanda! -
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Bobbie Sent on 11/27/2018Easily the most magical day of our lives!
Oh wow, what can we say about our most magical, wondrous wedding day on June 9, 2018?! The Blue Hill Farm came highly recommended to us by a mutual friend who attended a wedding the year before. Upon arriving the location, we immediately loved the expansive green pasture, perfectly painted white fence, and gorgeous structures on the property. We also loved the idea of renting the property for the entire weekend so that we could have an ease of mind in preparing for our wedding (which included a lot of DIY projects from my family!!) with 100 guests. Our style was very hands-on and close-knit with a lot of involvement from our families and friends. We had our casual 30 people dinner rehearsal (the original catering backed out, and Shirley helped with a last minute phone call to a local pizzeria!!) at the old barn the evening before the wedding day, then the bridesmaids slept at the main house with the bride. The bridal party (5 of us) woke up to a home cooked breakfast, and the hair/make up team arrived to do their magic on us. The groomsmen set up the reception area on the morning of the wedding day. The bridesmaids got ready comfortably in their ensuite master bathroom while the groomsmen got ready on the first floor. Everyone (florist, DJ, wedding day coordinator, caterer, photographer, photo booth specialist, videographers) arrived at the venue throughout the day and the owners (Shirley and Waldo) offered support, made recommendations and did a last minute run to the food store for ice! We did not feel pressurized to abide by their recommendations but we completely trusted their taste and the collaboration was totally effortless. Shirley and Waldo were presented with such a unique situation-- nearly everyone at the wedding was Deaf! However, communication was comfortable, with a lot of emails and handwritten notes. Shirley provided several drafts of the reception layout prior to the big day which was helpful in visualizing the space in the Carriage House. Shirley and Waldo exhibited a perfect balance of being super helpful and supportive while also staying behind the scenes. Ask for their ala carte list of items for rental and service fees because they are expansive and gorgeous. Our wedding day had a forecast of a possible thunderstorm in the middle of our reception and the venue was accommodating with several backup plans-- then it rained for only 15 minutes during the toast. The wedding celebration closed out with a fun bonfire completed with smores, and a line up of sparklers with raucous guests then Waldo assisted with the shuttle bus herding the guests and we, as happy newlyweds, just walked up to the main house. We enjoyed a bottle of wine and a couple of cigars on their porch overlooking the site of our ceremony. Looking back, it was such a whirlwind, yet superbly perfect day. Nearly six months later, we are still thankful for such a wonderful experience and we still love reminiscing our special day through this amazing video (https://youtu.be/FNsd3O7nJ3w)Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Bobbie Jo & Blake!,
Sorry for our late response, not sure how we missed this earlier. We absolutely loved your wedding! It was the 25th we have hosted here and is one that ranks as one of our most unique and memorable yet. We weren't sure how we were going to manage to pull off a wedding for such a sizable a group of Deaf people but you both were so fabulous to work with, it came off great and we give you all the credit! Your video is so loving, emotional and beautiful that it remains as a must see video for our prospective couples and there isn't a one that doesn't have a tear in their eye by the time it is done! We loved meeting your families and friends and hope you both stay in touch! -
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Amanda Sent on 11/27/2018Our Dream Wedding!
Being a military couple we were nervous about shopping for weddings from a distance. However, our minds were made up after talking to Waldo and Shirley! They were incredibly accommodating every single step of the way, and the entire planning process was a breeze. They were incredibly responsive, always replying within 24 hours or picking up any call. The wedding couldn’t have gone better - it was so convenient to have our day of coordinator and photographers stay on the venue, and Waldo and Shirley responded to every change with grace - even the massive thunderstorm that rolled through during the cocktail hour, and unexpected electricity outages in our reception tent! It was a perfect day, made even better by their kindness and attention to detail. It was great to save some money through their efforts - Waldo’s handmade dance floor, parking on site... and so much else. We can’t wait to go back for an anniversary visit! All of guests loved feeling so outdoors and the pictures and so beautiful. Plenty of space for kids to run around yet elegant and classy. I can’t recommend Blue Hill enough for your wedding venue - with the added bonus of how awesome Waldo and Shirley are to work with and get to know!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Amanda & Kyle, Thank you so much for your vote of confidence! It's hard to add words on top of what was an incredible weekend filled with love, beauty and drama from that "little" lightning storm. We will certainly remember that and your pictures captured it perfectly. Everything worked beautifully and you were both a real pleasure to work with. We loved meeting your folks and friends, it was clear you had assembled quite the team around you and we were impressed and inspired with how you made the most out of the weekend with your creative touches all around the venue. Please stay in touch and best wishes to all of you. -
Hui H. Sent on 11/02/2018
Beautiful venue, freedom to personalize wedding, amazing hands-on owners
We knew that Blue Hill was where we’d like to hold our wedding after our first visit. The owners, Shirley and Waldo were kind, friendly, and accommodating to many of our requests. We were able to really personalize our wedding to reflect our personalities. This personalization is probably hard to do at other venues we visited that are incredibly strict with their regulations. The amount of land available to use is amazing and we even stayed on site Saturday night since the venue also serves as a BNB. Throughout the wedding planning process, Shirley and Waldo were very responsive and gave very helpful vendor suggestions that are reasonably priced. The venue provides a wide amount of decoration and furniture to use (some which are free and some that are not). We also had a DOC (Shirley and Waldo’s daughter) help us with the planning during the month leading up to our wedding. On the day of, Shirley and Waldo were busy helping us set up the carriage house, taking care of the property, and making sure our vision becomes reality. We got very lucky that there was no rain so we got to enjoy our wedding mostly outdoors. Since Blue Hill only holds one wedding per weekend, we really got to enjoy the space and not rush to set things up and break things down, as opposed to many other venues around the area where clean up needs to happen by midnight of your wedding and strict time limit. We are incredibly happy with our decision and had the most wonderful wedding and experience at Blue Hill!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Hui Hui!! We so appreciate your kind words. Yours was definitely a wedding to remember. It was truly unique and really beautiful as well. We'll also always remember it was the first (and most likely the only) time we ever had Guinea Pig ring bearers! We loved hosting you guys and appreciate your trust in Drew to be your coordinator. Please stay in touch! -
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Callie Sent on 10/23/2018
The perfect venue - Blue Hill Farm
Blue Hill Farm did not disappoint. My husband and I live in Dallas TX and during the planning process we were unable to visit the venue. My mother face-timed me walking through and I knew right away that this is where I needed to have our wedding. Shirley and Waldo were the absolute best hosts and the biggest help throughout the entire process. When I finally was able to visit the venue (4 days before the wedding day) my breath was taken away once again and I knew I made the right choice.
I knew I had to have my wedding back home in VA where you have the mountains and natural background available. Blue Hill Farm gives you the stunning 360 view a fun and easy flowing wedding. The inside of the house where we all got ready is just perfect. The boys have their area downstairs which is ultimately where the boys watched our Alma Mater’s Foot-ball game before the big day. The girls have a stunning bathroom to get ready in along with elegant bedrooms which were stunning for photos and more than enough room to get ready in. For the bride its perfect, you are able to see what all is going on. I did not have a wedding planner so seeing my family and friends help set things up throughout the day was very helpful. The flow of the wedding is so easy with the way their land is set up. People don’t have to walk far or back and forth with whatever way you decide to have your special day set up.
I cannot say enough good things about Blue Hill Farm, The hosts, the view and the atmosphere cannot be matched. I would not change anything about the venue and the help that you get with Shirley and Waldo is unmatch-able.
HUGE THANK YOU!!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Callie! Can't thank you enough for your kind words. Sorry we're so late with our reply. Your wedding was so lovely even though you had to plan from a distance. It all worked because you had such a clear vision of what you wanted. So many beautiful touches! We will always remember it, and you and Joel so fondly. Stay in touch and best wishes for your first holiday season as a married couple! -
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Jane Sent on 10/20/2018Blue Hill Farm is the Perfect Venue for the Perfect Wedding!
We used Blue Hill Farm for the entire weekend. We had a poolside meet and greet Friday night for family and friends who traveled in for the wedding and had a wonderful Sunday brunch in the carriage house using our same decorations for the wedding reception for anyone who wanted to come by for one last goodbye. Shirley and Waldo were awesome hosts! Weddings can be stressful but Shirley was quick to use imaginative ways to set up our flowers at the last minute and had wonderful tips for us through the entire process. She really put us at ease with her "everything is going to turn out fine" attitude....because it did! Waldo made sure the grounds and all the facilities were in perfect condition for the weekend. We mainly worked with Shirley on the details of the wedding and she was always very responsive to our emails. Her suggestions for flowers, catering, tent company were all spot on. The setting itself lends to a beautiful yet casual feel. Our guests all raved about how absolutely perfect the carriage house and the grounds were. Our ceremony was perfect on the front lawn and we all danced the night away! We had a perfect wedding at Blue Hill Farm!Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Hi Jane - Just realized I never posted an official reply here. You were so nice to write such a positive, thoughtful review! We loved hosting your special day here. We will never forget the sunflowers and the amazing support and love you two were surrounded by. I hope you and Kim will stay in touch. I have your little mug on my desk (I'm using it as a pencil/pen holder) as a constant reminder! -
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Morgan Sent on 07/18/2018Blue Hill Farm made the wedding of my dreams a reality! We had the venue from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning and they were so accommodating despite the terrible downpour! We ended up still being able to have the ceremony on the front lawn (thank goodness...because the view is beautiful and was one the main draws) and then cocktail hour was under a tent in front of the carriage house. The dinner was in the carriage house (it juuust fit 97 people but they recently bought an awning to help with the size!) and dancing was under the tent again. Waldo and Shirley were very helpful and hardworking throughout the entire process. We rented some of the furniture from them (beautiful farm tables and wine barrel bars!) but also rented some through Sammy's rentals (chairs, tent, linens etc). The only issue we had was parking since their lawn was so muddy that cars wouldn't be able to drive on it but hopefully it won't rain for 7 straight days before your wedding! And they were flexible and made it work! My husband and I loved staying in their beautiful house on Friday and Saturday night. We all woke up pretty early on Saturday morning to watch the royal wedding while Waldo heated up croissants for everyone to eat for breakfast...it was really fun and a great memory right before the wedding craziness! All of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was and the pictures turned out amazing! We can't express our gratitude enough and would recommend this venue to anyone!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you Morgan! We LOVED hosting your wedding. You all did an amazing job with the Austrian theme, the music, the French horn and flowers... One for the books and one we will remember with great fondness! -
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Stephanie Sent on 07/06/2018This place was absolutely amazing for our intimate wedding! We were able to dodge the rain and have our wedding outside despite the passing storms, with the help of Shirley and Waldo! The view from the house is stunning and so many of our guests were impressed with the beauty of the property. Shirley and Waldo made everything so easy for my husband and I...they helped with details and were able to provide some onsite rentals for a small fee. We also had the venue for the weekend so there was no rush to set up/tear down like with other venues we looked at. We are so happy with the decision and would have our wedding there again in a heartbeat.
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Thank you so much Stephanie! We loved hosting your beautiful, fun, delicious wedding. Such a fun blue and white Mexican theme. The tiles were such a nice touch, the decorations were so pretty and worked so well in the carriage house.
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Mary Sent on 03/12/2018Blue Hill Farm is an absolutely fabulous venue! The property speaks for itself with the gorgeous views, rolling hills & stunning architecture. As if the setting wasn't enough, the owners, Shirley & Waldo, are a pleasure to work with! They are extremely kind & professional, and truly make you feel at home. We were not able to get married here as originally planned because we had to move our wedding to Florida, but had our engagement photos taken on their property and we couldn't be more thrilled with how they turned out. We will most definitely be returning to stay at the B&B! This place is one of a kind!
Blue Hill Farm B&B's reply:
Mary Beth! Sorry I didn't reply here sooner. I'm catching up on everything now because we just had our last wedding of the season on Saturday. You were so kind to write such a nice review. We will NEVER forget you guys even though you ended up having your wedding in Florida. We loved getting to know you and Kyle. And now you're expecting a baby!! So awesome - I saw it on Facebook! Keep us posted and bring the baby out next time you visit. And have the happiest of holidays as a married couple! ; ) -
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Emmy Sent on 12/19/2017When we found Blue Hill Farm we knew it was the exact location we were looking for! I wanted an outdoor wedding and the view of the rolling mountains would be perfect for our photos. Shirley and Waldo were extremely personable from our very first meeting and invited us into their home as if we were old friends. I was a DIY bride all the way, and the Tibbetts worked with me every step to ensure my dream would be reality. They were beyond accommodating and put in far more effort than your typical venue owners. The Farmhouse has the perfect bridal party suite to accommodate wardrobe, hair & makeup. The property provides ample acreage to create whatever vision you have for your big day. Every time I visit the Farm new props have been built to add to the venue. This couple have put their heart and soul into turning this venue into a place where couples can come and make memories to last a lifetime. You will not be disappointed!
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Monica Sent on 12/19/2017Waldo and Shirley are truly a different type of wedding vendor. The scenery/venue is absolutely gorgeous but their accommodation/responsiveness is what makes this a must book. They truly want you to have the best day, they went completely above in beyond with coordination, condition of the venue, and styling our day. We got married overlooking sugarloaf mountain, had cocktail hour in the carriage house, and had a tent in the back lawn. We are still getting compliments that it was the best wedding ever. Don't hesitate, just book this venue if they are available. It's an absolute gem, and Waldo and Shirley make it exquisite.
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Julia Sent on 11/11/2017I will always cherish this venue for its beauty and those who helped us during this process. Finding the perfect venue is one of the biggest check marks on a wedding check list, upon walking onto this venue it won our hearts over instantly. If you love a modern and floral theme this is the place hands down. The gorgeous backdrop of the Potomac where our ceremony took place was divine and the reception in the carriage house left people in awe! I also loved that the home is as airbnb so that guests could stay at the venue if need be. They have a lot of options at the venue for decorating, lights, bar set up, everything you could possibly need. We only needed to get a dance floor and chairs! How amazing is that? Also, Shirley and Waldo were the most accommodating people we have ever met. They welcomed us like family and helped whenever they could. Everyone left with a smile on their face and it’s all because of their fantastic venue setting up for a spectacular wedding. I am also writing reviews elsewhere to add more photos since this site only allows lower grade photos! Also, super flexible to meet Shirley and Waldo for a tour, I recommend seeing yourself!
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Hayley Sent on 09/24/2017Blue Hill Farm is an absolutely wonderful venue for a wedding. My fiance and I were blown away from the moment we stepped on the property. The property is extensive and very very well maintained. The views are absolutely gorgeous!! Shirley and Waldo are the owners, and they couldn’t have been kinder and more excited for our special day. Their home is gorgeous, with ample space for bridal parties to get ready. They’ve got three of the sweetest and most well-behaved dogs I’ve ever met, I’d happily have them in attendance at the wedding :).
The thing that makes Blue Hill Farm really stand out though is their level of service and commitment. Shirley and Waldo made us feel at home immediately, you can tell from a first impression that they really love what they do and are always eager to learn and do more to make your special day even better. Throughout our selection process, they communicated quickly and openly with us on any questions that we had. They’re committed to making their venue the best it can be for your wedding.
While we were unable to select Blue Hill Farm as our wedding venue, if you’re looking for a venue with rustic appeal, but not far from the hustle and bustle of NoVA, then you should definitely check them out. Their service is unmatched, their venue is beautiful, and their prices are very reasonable.
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