Lesner Inn Reviews
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Jacqueline L. Sent on 12/20/2023I Don't Even Know Where To Begin!!!
My husband and I were married on 10/13/23 so this review is late! However, it's late because I needed the time to sit down and write the full review. This team was so amazing that I did not want to leave a generic review.
First- NOELLE. She was absolutely fantastic and a real pleasure to work with. I am a wedding vendor myself and the amount of guidance she provided was so appreciated. We worked with Noelle for a little under a year. Her expertise, and eye for detail, is phenomenal. She was always available to answer any questions we had.
Second, Noelle was not our planner (although Lesner does have its own planning services) but with how helpful she was, she really felt like it up to the day of our wedding, when our day of coordinator took over. She gave us amazing, money saving recommendations, guidance on our seating chart, guidance on our timeline and honestly, was more involved than the full planning service we booked with another planner (I do have to mention that our day of coordinator, who we did not meet until the rehearsal, was OUTSTANDING). Noelle really put me at ease during many moments throughout the wedding planning process.
Third, we originally booked just the waterside deck and, with the amount of family we felt obligated to invite, we decided to upgrade to the Lesner Sunset Deck & Hall (upstairs). We mentioned to Noelle we were thinking about just booking the entire venue for the Friday evening but still hadn't fully committed. A month went by and another event inquired about booking the waterside deck on the same night of our wedding (which they are able to do as it's a separate area from from Hall and Sunset deck). Noelle called, and emailed, to ask us if we wanted to move forward with booking the entire venue before they booked the separate space for another group. I was so thankful, and a little in awe, that she STILL checked in with us even though an entire month had gone by! They very well could have moved forward with the other event, as we hadn't put down a deposit for the entire venue, and had only mentioned it in passing!
Fourth, The Lesner is an amazing venue, and it's pretty much all inclusive (with rentals, upgrades, and more that you can add on at an additional cost). They work with many budgets and tailor it to exactly what you're looking for. We had inquired at a few other venue's prior to booking Lesner and fell in love once we saw the packages and the space. I would book Lesner Inn again for any event I have in the future!
Finally, the entire team at The Lesner is great and really make you feel welcome the minute you walk in the door. My wedding was a literal dream come true and it could not have been possible without the help of Noelle and my entire vendor team!Lesner Inn's reply:
Words cannot express how grateful we are for these kind words!! Not only were you and your entire family a dream to work with but we are still OBSSESSED with the pics! We will forever look back at your celebration and gush over every detail! Thank you for allowing Noelle and the entire Lesner Inn Team to be a part of your big day!! Cheers to the newlyweds!
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Rachel K. Sent on 03/12/2024The experts of GORGEOUS weddings!
The entire staff was so helpful throughout the entire process. The initial tour with Britne, the design services meetings with Alexis, the tasting, the rehearsal, EVERYTHING was amazing. We honestly could not have had a better wedding day. Everyone had such an amazing time! Our family didn't have to worry about all the details / logistics and they could just enjoy the day which is truly a wedding gift that we will never forget. If you are looking for a place that does it all, the Lesner Inn is definitely for you! Thank you, thank you, thank you!Lesner Inn's reply:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that our staff was able to make your wedding day truly amazing. From Britne's informative tour to Alexis' design services, we are delighted that you had a fantastic experience from start to finish. It warms our hearts to know that you and your family could relax and enjoy the day without worrying about the details, and we are honored to have been a part of such a special occasion!
Wishing you all of the best as you & Nathan enter this next chapter of your life! -
Kasey S. Sent on 12/05/2023
Lesner Inn Gave Us the Wedding of our Dreams!
Our wedding at the Lesner Inn was absolutely AMAZING! From day one signing our contract all the way to the end of our wedding night, we were fully supported by the staff at Lesner Inn. Britne and Noelle listened to all of our crazy questions/requests and made sure to make us feel comfortable and at ease throughout all of the emails and meetings. The venue is stunning and has everything you need, we did not realize having food and alcohol onsite would be a game changer for us, we did not have to worry about a thing the day of our wedding. The views are stunning as well, we could not have asked for a more beautiful day. We recommend the Lesner Inn to all couples for their big day, also hiring the in-house wedding coordinator was a no brainer! Lesner Inn will always have a special place in our hearts!Lesner Inn's reply:
WOW Kasey!! Thank you so much for these kind words :) We always appreciate our couples feedback and this is above and beyond!! We are so thrilled that our team could execute your perfect day and assist in the planning process in any way they could! We wish you both every happiness in this new chapter together. XOXO -
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Sara C. Sent on 10/28/2023
Amazing Venue
I had an absolutely amazing experience getting married at the Lesner Inn in September! Alexis was very detail oriented and everything went so smoothly. I had multiple guests/bridal party members surprised with how well everything went! The food & beverage options, as well as decor were exactly what we were looking for. We also used many of the preferred vendors recommended through the Lesner Inn and had great experiences with them all. I would highly recommend this venue!Lesner Inn's reply:
Sara, thank you so much for the kind review! We loved working with you in the months leading up to your wedding. And had the best time coordinating your wedding on the day-of! We can't wait to see all of the beautiful moments Maddy captured!! -
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Angela B. Sent on 12/10/2023The most perfect day!
My husband and I had the most PERFECT rehearsal dinner and wedding at the Lesner Inn back in September 2023. The entire Lesner Inn team went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our wedding was executed seamlessly. From the initial design coordination meetings to the tastings, we were consistently impressed.
When we arrived on our wedding day, the bridal party was welcomed with champagne. This set the tone for our wedding. coordinators were attentive throughout the entire event, ensuring that my husband and I were taken care of and had the food and drinks we wanted.
The food was also delicious. The appetizers were a standout with the lumpia being an absolute must have. The Hawaiian chicken bites and fried shrimp were equally delectable. The crab stuffed flounder was also another crowd pleaser.
The venue itself is breathtaking. If you are in search of a picturesque waterfront location, the Lesner Inn is the perfect place. I can truly say that everyone is extremely kind and willing to invest their time to make sure that you have the most perfect wedding day.
I want to extend my appreciation to Alexis, our exceptional planner and design coordinator who played an integral part of our big day. Alexis was nothing short of spectacular and we couldn’t have asked for someone better in bringing our vision come to life. She understood exactly what we wanted and was a joy to collaborate with. Not only did she excel in managing all aspects related to Lesner Inn, but she also gracefully handled any unexpected challenges that arose with other vendors, assuring us that everything would be resolved. Her dedication to all things wedding is truly remarkable. Alexis even gave us the idea and helped us plan an after-party next door at the Back deck to incorporate karaoke – in commemoration of my husband and I’s first “date”. If you are seeking top-notch wedding design and coordination, look no further, because Alexis is your go to person!
Thank you again Lesner Inn for making our dreams come true!
Lesner Inn's reply:
Angela -- no words. Truly. You're the GOAT! We loved hosting your wedding at The Lesner Inn & couldn't be more grateful for the opportunity. We cannot wait to see how this next chapter for you & Spencer unfolds as Mr. & Mrs. Adametz! We know it's going to be the sweetest happily ever after!!! -
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Alley M. Sent on 07/31/2023
May 23 Wedding
Our experience at this wedding venue was truly exceptional, and we cannot express enough how much we loved every aspect of our special day.
The staff at the venue, especially Noelle, were an absolute pleasure to work with. Noelle's professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. Her expertise and experience in wedding coordination were evident from the start, and she went above and beyond to ensure that our vision for the wedding was brought to life. No request was too big or too small for her, and she handled each step of the planning process with utmost care and dedication.
Throughout the planning phase, Noelle was always available to answer any questions we had. Her responsiveness was impressive, and it gave us a sense of reassurance knowing that we could rely on her guidance and support. She took the time to understand our preferences, and her valuable suggestions and creative ideas truly enhanced the overall experience. What stood out most about Noelle was her ability to handle any wedding drama that arose with grace and tact. Weddings can be emotionally charged events, and it's not uncommon for minor hiccups to occur. However, Noelle navigated through any challenges seamlessly, putting us at ease and ensuring that everything ran smoothly.
The catering staff , bartending staff, and the food were also exceptional.
Overall, we are incredibly grateful to the venue and its staff for making our wedding day an unforgettable experience. The combination of the beautiful venue, the top-notch staff, and Noelle's outstanding coordination made it a day we will cherish forever. If you're looking for a wedding venue that goes above and beyond to ensure your special day is everything you dreamed of and more, we wholeheartedly recommend this venue. Thank you for creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Lesner Inn's reply:
The team here at Lesner Inn truly thanks you for these kind words! We strive to facilitate our clients’ dream weddings and we are so pleased to hear that you had the perfect day! Noelle and the catering staff had a great time hosting you and your friends and family and were thrilled with being a part of your big day!! Thank you so much for allowing the Lesner Inn to be the backdrop for these beautiful wedding memories.
Cheers to the newlyweds and we wish you every happiness in your new adventure together!
XOXO The Lesner Inn Team
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Rebecca H. Sent on 08/21/2023
amazing venue with spectacular views
My husband and I had our wedding at the Lesner Inn May 2023. We had a wonderful experience from the pre-planning meetings up until the last moments of our wedding day. Alexis and Britne were such a pleasure to work with. We truly felt like they cared about making our experience and wedding day everything we imagined and more! If you are considering hiring the day of coordination through Lesner Inn, do it! They made the whole process that much easier, and I knew our outside vendors were in good hands coordinating setting up on wedding day. Our guests have not stopped raving about how well planned and organized the evening was and the great food and drinks! We would recommend Lesner Inn and staff for ANY event!Lesner Inn's reply:
Rebecca, thank you so much for the kind review & all of your reviews! YOU ARE SO SWEET!!! We loved working with you & Chandler & were so happy we got to host your wedding & work as your day-of coordinators! We loved every minute of it! Wishing you all of the best, Alexis, Britne & all at The Lesner Inn -
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Jane S. Sent on 03/02/2023Amazing venue and great staff members
Emily and Alexis were so easy to work with, and everything went seamlessly on the wedding day. They are the absolute dolls to plan the wedding with, and the venue is gorgeous. Our guests were in awe of how lovely it was! Perfect place to hold your wedding, whether intimate or more extensive. The food was delicious, and the venue was very affordable. Everyone had a fantastic time!Lesner Inn's reply:
Hi Jane,
We are so thrilled and honored that you chose Lesner Inn for your special day! Thank you so much for all your kind words and congratulations again!
Thank you,
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Bryan A. Sent on 12/09/2023
They are Awesome
We used The Lesner Inn for my fathers wedding. I have been to many weddings and non profit events there. Always great. But when its your own or your fathers wedding you dont know how much the staff at The Lesner Inn really helps to give you a great event and experience.. Alexis, Noelle and their staff was very helpful and was great. Read Less
Lesner Inn's reply:
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Bryan! We had such an amazing time hosting your family -
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Kimberly C. Sent on 12/21/2022
Most Magical Night of Our Lives
The Lesner is a beautiful venue on the water with gorgeous views. The staff is very accommodating, and Emily H is the best! We have 120 guests and used the entire facility. The food was delicious, and the staff was amazing! We were married December 3rd and the venue was beautifully decorated. Thank you Lesner for the most magical night of our lives!Lesner Inn's reply:
Kimberly, thank you SO MUCH for this AMAZING review! You have been so kind throughout the planning process and your wedding night was absolutely beautiful! We wish you two nothing but love and happiness as you begin a new chapter of your life as a married couple! -
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Ashley N. Sent on 11/10/2022
10/29/22 Wedding
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding venue. It was gorgeous and had just undergone renovations before our big day which looked amazing. Emily was fabulous and helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. She was a rockstar for the day-of coordination and took over communication with vendors the week beforehand which was fabulous. We could not have asked for a more smooth wedding day and the food was absolutely delicious. We would highly recommend the Lesner Inn for any events both for the food and for the venueLesner Inn's reply:
Ashley, it was such a pleasure to be your day of coordinator and host your beautiful wedding here! You all were such a pleasure to work with and your special day was so fun! Congratulations again to you and Michael!!! Xoxo Emily -
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Shannon R. Sent on 11/15/2022Great from start to finish!
Great Wedding Venue! We did the waterside deck. The views, food, and service were great. Noelle was wonderful to work with! I loved it being a one stop shop. I highly recommend this venue for any event.Lesner Inn's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words, Shannon! We had a blast hosting your wedding!! Thank you for letting Noelle and the Lesner Inn be part of your special day! -
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Kathleen Y. Sent on 10/06/2022Hurricane wedding, the best venue!
Ok, there are not enough words and time to express how grateful I am to the team at Lesner Inn and Emily H.!! My husband was deployed for all 10 months of wedding planning, he came home 2 weeks beforehand (after multiple extensions and a lot of gray hairs), and to top it off Hurricane Ian decided to make an appearance the actual day of our reception! Emily and the team at Lesner made sure the day was nothing but PERFECT for us!! Emily felt like my wedding coordinator, she was so detailed, professional, easy to communicate with, positive, and so sweet! It was truly a pleasure to work with her throughout the planning process. She made sure no stone was left unturned and it was seriously the best night of our lives! Despite the hurricane and insane weather, everyone showed up on time, Lesner never lost power, and we are still getting rave reviews today about the wonderful staff and bartenders! Our guests honestly forgot there was a hurricane outside! We utilized the entire venue (upstairs & downstairs) and it was so dreamy and welcoming! Everything was set-up exactly as we had planned and they turned our dream into a reality. My only complaint was that we could've stayed and partied all night there!! Thank you, Lesner Inn!! HIGHLY recommend!Lesner Inn's reply:
Kathleen!!! Thank you so much for this beautiful review! You were so awesome to work with, and we are so glad you had such a positive experience. We wish you and Kevin nothing but happiness in your future endeavors together! -
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Alison C. Sent on 11/15/2022Dream Wedding
My husband and I got married in September 2022 at the Lesner Inn. We toured several venues, but immediately fell in love with the Lesner Inn and the beautiful views and all-inclusive style planning. We planned the whole wedding while living out of state, and they made that so seamless and easy for us. Emily and Alexis were extremely communicative throughout the process and helped keep me on track with planning. They were quick to respond when we had questions and were flexible with last minute changes. The venue offers day of coordination services that work with you three months prior to the wedding, and it allowed me to enjoy the few months leading up to the wedding. The night of the wedding went so perfectly- if anything went wrong, I never heard about it! Alexis and Emily made sure we had drinks in our hands, food on our plates, and were taken care of all night! Our guests loved the food and the venue! We used several of their preferred vendors and loved all of them! We could not have picked a better venue or staff and coordinators to bring our day to fruition. We HIGHLY recommend the Lesner Inn!Lesner Inn's reply:
Alison! You are the absolute SWEETEST! Thank you so much for this kind review. You and Michael were wonderful to work with, and we were so happy that you trusted The Lesner Inn to make your wedding day dreams come true. Xoxo Emily & The Lesner Inn Staff -
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Brenna L. Sent on 09/13/2022THE waterfront venue of your dreams!
We cannot recommend The Lesner Inn and its staff ENOUGH! We started planning our wedding February 2020 and had to push our wedding date twice. We worked closely with Alexis through the whole planning process. She was always quick to respond, very knowledgable and answered every question we had. The Lesner Inn made every step of planning as easy as possible. We also used their wedding coordinating services and were paired up with Emily. I couldn't have asked for a better gal to be along my side for my big day! She ensured the rehearsal went smoothly and that every detail we wanted to see on our big day was in place. Even though it rained for our whole ceremony, it was still the most beautiful venue and we wouldn't have changed it for the world. The food was AMAZING and every single staff member made us and our guests feel like we were all best friends. The staff on our wedding day (every single one of them) seriously went ABOVE AND BEYOND their duties and we can't thank them enough. I wish we could re-live this day over and over and over again! This is the place to get married if you are looking for waterfront and high quality services!Lesner Inn's reply:
Hi Brenna,
Thank you SO MUCH for your kind words! You and Jackson ( + Mr. little man Brock) were an absolute joy to work with!!! We hope you are doing well and continue to enjoy life with you beautiful family.
xoxo Lesner Inn staff -
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Maria S. Sent on 04/27/2022Exceptional All Around!
Lesner Inn isn't just a stunning venue; their expert team members were the brains behind an experience that our guests have yet to stop talking about. They went above and beyond to make sure that our party of 240 were accommodated and treated like VIP.
Alexis and Emily were quick to answer all of our questions from the beginning of our planning stages, all the way up to our big day. Not only did they communicate well, but they always communicated with an energy and excitement that was contagious and certainly helped to alleviate the stress or anxiety around planning a wedding.
When I say that Alexis knows how to host a memorable party, I mean it! Her suggestions and ideas, be it the small details or immediate solutions, helped to create an event that far exceeded both of our families’ expectations.
As if the panoramic views of the Lynnhaven Inlet were not beautiful enough, Lesner Inn recently renovated their interior, and it looks fabulous. You will hardly need the extra decor in a place that looks like this on its own.
Last but not least, the food was delicious! I was lucky enough to have had time to eat (almost) my entire plate that the staff kindly prepared for me and my husband. If you’re still looking for a Hampton Roads venue on the water with an exceptional team, look no further.
Alexis, Emily, and Lesner Inn team, we had a blast! We cannot thank you enough!Lesner Inn's reply:
MARIA!!! WHERE DO I BEGIN?!!! You were the dream bride & I'm so grateful you chose Lesner Inn for your big day. It was such a beautiful spring day & the venue looked amazing with all of your decor (and florals!!! shoutout to Song Bird!). Thank you for trusting us with your reception & for being such a joy to work with!!! We can't wait to see what's next for you & Tony!!! #LoveBirds xoxo Alexis -
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Ashley H. Sent on 08/08/2022Best Day Ever!
My husband Philip and I got married at Lesner Inn on Sunday March 27, 2022. We had our ceremony and reception in the Waterside Deck downstairs. We found Lesner Inn on Wedding Wire and knew it was the one as soon as we toured it. Mostly everything you need for your ceremony and reception is included in their packages which makes this a very affordable venue. I strongly recommend using their day of coordination services to make your day go as smooth as possible! Thanks to Noelle and Alexis, our day went exactly as we planned and we did not feel rushed at all with our 11am-3pm wedding. Everyone was raving about the food and how beautiful our wedding was. I still have our friends and family giving us compliments. We are so happy to be part of the Lenser Inn family!Lesner Inn's reply:
Ashley!!! It was our pleasure both planning & coordinating your beautiful wedding day. And we're still obsessing over all of the pictures from the big day! Thank you for writing such kind words about your experience with us. We wish you the best!
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Artur K. Sent on 04/17/2024Amazing venue to work with!
As a photographer, this was a beautiful venue to work at! Grounds are big for different backdrops and the scenery is amazing, especially a sunset. very helpful staff as well.
Website: https://kandidartsphoto.com/
Instagram: Kandid Arts PhotographyLesner Inn's reply:
Thank you so much for the kind review! We loved working with you & with receiving the sneak peak!!! Can't wait to share the pics on our social media!!! -
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