Located in historic downtown Leesburg, Virginia, Birkby House is an elegant, picturesque setting for your next event. The historic setting of Birkby House provides a beautiful backdrop for your special day. Built circa 1770, Thomas Birkby's estate includes the Main House, the Carriage House, the meticulously landscaped gardens, and the idyllic white gazebo. Our beautiful tented courtyard, featuring chandeliers and specialty lighting, accommodates about 200 guests for a seated celebration or 225 guests for a standing reception.
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Our daughter's wedding at the Birkby House was a winner on all fronts. The venue looked outstanding both day and night and created the perfect vibe for our guests. A beautiful (if a bit unseasonable for July in Northern Virginia) day allowed us to have cocktails and bridal party pictures in the courtyard while enjoying a two-piece band providing live music under a shade tree.
Reviews (12)
Hannah Bjorndal
May 13, 2022
Beautiful, quaint Leesburg wedding venue right in the downtown area. Our wedding photography team (LVERphoto.com) absolutely LOVES photographing weddings here! The staff is helpful and kind, and the location is really fun. The space is very warm and inviting, and it can actually hold more guests than you would expect! We would recommend this for couples wanting intimate, warm vibes in a quaint town with the flexibility to have over 100 guests!
Lver Team
May 08, 2022
As a wedding photographer (LVERphoto.com), I just love the historic charm of Birkby House! The bridal getting ready space is spacious and full of natural light, overlooking the ceremony site allowing you to see the set up process as it unfolds, which is an unexpected fun bonus! The house, right in downtown Leesburg, is a lovely backdrops for portraits, and the gazebo adds a unique intimate moment if chosen for your first dance! The staff at Birkby are fabulous and we love working with them. Highly, highly recommend to engaged couples on their venue hunt! - Sarah Mills
Kimberly Medina
Dec 23, 2021
The team at the Birkby House were incredible. They made the process completely stress free and the venue itself was beautiful day of. They worked with each of my vendors to coordinate, which meant I did not have to be the go between for anything the day of. We had 60 guests, and the space was perfect for us. Carleigh was super chill and just got things done. Neal was very responsive and made everything fun and easy. The food was delicious and my guests loved the staff that was at our wedding. Everything went off without a hitch! Photo credits courtesy of Brittany Dunbar Photography
Reni N.
Nov 27, 2021
Others might have had a better experience. The venue itself is not bad. It worked for our 75 person wedding. But dealing with management left a really negative feeling for us. Carleigh (the main person we worked with at Birkby), was unresponsive, delayed e-mails, provided minimal info, for example they had a room full of decorations and didn't tell us we could use them, and she was rude the day of our wedding.
She just did not seem happy to be there. And even walked away from us when we were trying to explain something about our table arrangements, she left to go show a tour to another couple THE MORNING of our wedding. Neal (the main person we worked with for catering) was very responsive but a bit pushy and condescending. He made us feel bad when we opted to provide linens or tableware ourselves, as if we would mess it up unless we did it through them.
Also the buffet food was not good for the high price that we paid. We heard back from our guests and they agreed. In the end, management was not very accommodating, not supportive, stand-offish, and we felt like just another weekend to check off on their calendar. If we knew management was this poor, we would have booked our other venue option.
She just did not seem happy to be there. And even walked away from us when we were trying to explain something about our table arrangements, she left to go show a tour to another couple THE MORNING of our wedding. Neal (the main person we worked with for catering) was very responsive but a bit pushy and condescending. He made us feel bad when we opted to provide linens or tableware ourselves, as if we would mess it up unless we did it through them.
Also the buffet food was not good for the high price that we paid. We heard back from our guests and they agreed. In the end, management was not very accommodating, not supportive, stand-offish, and we felt like just another weekend to check off on their calendar. If we knew management was this poor, we would have booked our other venue option.
Lori Haskins
Oct 16, 2021
Birkby House was the most amazing venue for our October wedding. Upon touring the property and speaking with Carleigh, we knew that it would be perfect. Everyone I spoke to was understanding and flexible. They answered all of my questions and updated me about the Covid Restrictions throughout the process. They truly made me feel like our wedding was of the utmost importance and the only event they were hosting.
We held our wedding ceremony at a nearby Catholic Church, so Birkby House was used for our Cocktail Hour & Reception. We were able to get ready at Birkby House in the morning, before heading to the church and upon our arrival everything was setup and ready to go. Cocktail Hour on the patio was a perfect way for our guests to mingle before the tent opened for dinner service.
All of our guests had the most amazing time and raved about the food and service from Tuscarora Mill. After the reception ended, some guests walked to Downtown Leesburg and continued the party. Honestly, if I had to do it all again, I wouldn't change a single thing. Thank you, Birkby House, for making my wedding dreams a reality.
We held our wedding ceremony at a nearby Catholic Church, so Birkby House was used for our Cocktail Hour & Reception. We were able to get ready at Birkby House in the morning, before heading to the church and upon our arrival everything was setup and ready to go. Cocktail Hour on the patio was a perfect way for our guests to mingle before the tent opened for dinner service.
All of our guests had the most amazing time and raved about the food and service from Tuscarora Mill. After the reception ended, some guests walked to Downtown Leesburg and continued the party. Honestly, if I had to do it all again, I wouldn't change a single thing. Thank you, Birkby House, for making my wedding dreams a reality.
Samantha Sullivan
Oct 15, 2021
Carleigh and Kristin at Birkby were such a pleasure to work with- very responsive and stress free! The venue is absolutely stunning, and super convenient in both location and furnishings. We loved having our wedding here! It was such a beautiful, perfect day. So many great photo spots too! Tuskies was a great caterer and the venue already has tables, chairs, bartops, dj table, etc. so it was very easy logistically on our end. We really couldn't have had a better time here! Only downfall is the 10pm city ordinance, but we after-partied at MacDowells. 10/10 spot!
Steve Mack
Oct 15, 2021
We could not have asked for a better venue for our wedding day! The Birkby House was perfect for what we were hoping to find in a wedding venue. There was ample room to get ready for all members of the bridal party the morning of the wedding and so many of our guests commented on the beautiful appearance of the house, courtyard, and decorated tent.
In addition to the venue itself being a beautiful setting, the people you work with at Birkby House and their sister catering company (Tuscarora Mill) are incredibly helpful and help ease the stress of wedding planning by a ton - thank you to both Carleigh and Neal! Carleigh helped us in selecting the venue and was always available for any questions we had along the way.
She also made Birkby House available to us as a meeting place for our planning meetings with our day-of-coordinator, which we found to be very generous. Neal did an excellent job in planning and organizing the catering portion of the wedding. He is impeccably organized and was available to attend our planning meetings to offer suggestions and help us make selections from the number of tables required all the way down to the napkin color and style.
And most importantly, our guests loved the food! We cannot say enough positive things about our experience working with everyone at both Birkby House and Tuscarora Mill to make our wedding day so special! We highly recommend Birkby House as a wedding venue!
In addition to the venue itself being a beautiful setting, the people you work with at Birkby House and their sister catering company (Tuscarora Mill) are incredibly helpful and help ease the stress of wedding planning by a ton - thank you to both Carleigh and Neal! Carleigh helped us in selecting the venue and was always available for any questions we had along the way.
She also made Birkby House available to us as a meeting place for our planning meetings with our day-of-coordinator, which we found to be very generous. Neal did an excellent job in planning and organizing the catering portion of the wedding. He is impeccably organized and was available to attend our planning meetings to offer suggestions and help us make selections from the number of tables required all the way down to the napkin color and style.
And most importantly, our guests loved the food! We cannot say enough positive things about our experience working with everyone at both Birkby House and Tuscarora Mill to make our wedding day so special! We highly recommend Birkby House as a wedding venue!
Becky Zaydel
Jan 02, 2021
I am so thankful we found this wedding venue! We were originally supposed to get married 06/13/2020 but postponed to 04/10/2021. Carleigh and Neal (who works with Tuskies catering) could not have been more amazing and accommodating with planning during the craziness of the pandemic. They were extremely easy to work with and so so friendly! The venue is absolutely beautiful, so many great areas for photos.
They have a beautiful bridal suite for getting ready with a ton of natural light and a balcony for photos. Tons of parking available behind the venue. It is also located right in downtown Leesburg, walking distance to other bars and restaurants! Could not recommend this venue enough! Such an amazing experience :)
They have a beautiful bridal suite for getting ready with a ton of natural light and a balcony for photos. Tons of parking available behind the venue. It is also located right in downtown Leesburg, walking distance to other bars and restaurants! Could not recommend this venue enough! Such an amazing experience :)
Heather Duggan
Dec 06, 2019
Intimate. Classy. Affordable. When I first got engaged, I was overwhelmed at the thought of securing a venue that could accommodate ~130 guests while still maintaining an intimate vibe. As if that wasn't specific enough, I also needed something that wouldn't break the bank. Birkby House not only delivered, but far exceeded every single one of my husband and I's expectations.
For starters, the grounds are naturally stunning and very well maintained. The courtyard is ornate with a gazebo, koi pond, and lots of lighted shrubbery (thus not requiring a ton of extra decor - win!). Everything was also in peak bloom when my husband and I got married, which saved us a ton of money on incremental floral arrangements. The venue also had several parking options, which our guests very much appreciated!
Another selling point for us was the climate-controlled reception tent. The chandeliers and perimeter lighting looked so elegant at night and our guests had ample room to dance the night away. The tent is also Birkby's inclement weather contingency plan. Although we were fortunate to have great weather, the tent is so beautiful that I wouldn't have been too upset if we had to use it as "Plan B" for our ceremony.
The manor house is also very charming and had lots of space for our guests to mingle. The upstairs featured separate bridal and groom suites, as well as a terrace that was great for pictures. I especially LOVED all the natural lighting in the bridal suite and bathroom, as it was crucial for the makeup artists and photographers. As for the staff, Carleigh and Kristin are nothing short of superheroes.
They are both extremely professional, responsive, and knowledgeable about the venue. Birkby does require a day-of coordinator, so when I learned they also offered day-of services through Simply Royal Events, booking them was a no-brainer. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly and on schedule. To be honest, I don't think I would have survived wedding planning if it wasn't for them!
After the wedding, we received SO many compliments from friends and family about Birkby House. Even though the Town of Leesburg has a noise ordinance in effect at 10pm, almost everyone we talked to thought it was the perfect amount of time to celebrate. For those guests that wanted to continue the party post-reception, they had plenty of options to choose from within walking distance from the venue. Overall, choosing Birkby was the easiest and best decision we made throughout the entire planning process. I hope one day I can attend a wedding here so I can re-live my experience all over again
For starters, the grounds are naturally stunning and very well maintained. The courtyard is ornate with a gazebo, koi pond, and lots of lighted shrubbery (thus not requiring a ton of extra decor - win!). Everything was also in peak bloom when my husband and I got married, which saved us a ton of money on incremental floral arrangements. The venue also had several parking options, which our guests very much appreciated!
Another selling point for us was the climate-controlled reception tent. The chandeliers and perimeter lighting looked so elegant at night and our guests had ample room to dance the night away. The tent is also Birkby's inclement weather contingency plan. Although we were fortunate to have great weather, the tent is so beautiful that I wouldn't have been too upset if we had to use it as "Plan B" for our ceremony.
The manor house is also very charming and had lots of space for our guests to mingle. The upstairs featured separate bridal and groom suites, as well as a terrace that was great for pictures. I especially LOVED all the natural lighting in the bridal suite and bathroom, as it was crucial for the makeup artists and photographers. As for the staff, Carleigh and Kristin are nothing short of superheroes.
They are both extremely professional, responsive, and knowledgeable about the venue. Birkby does require a day-of coordinator, so when I learned they also offered day-of services through Simply Royal Events, booking them was a no-brainer. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly and on schedule. To be honest, I don't think I would have survived wedding planning if it wasn't for them!
After the wedding, we received SO many compliments from friends and family about Birkby House. Even though the Town of Leesburg has a noise ordinance in effect at 10pm, almost everyone we talked to thought it was the perfect amount of time to celebrate. For those guests that wanted to continue the party post-reception, they had plenty of options to choose from within walking distance from the venue. Overall, choosing Birkby was the easiest and best decision we made throughout the entire planning process. I hope one day I can attend a wedding here so I can re-live my experience all over again
A. C.
Aug 18, 2018
Emily A.
Mar 26, 2012
The Birkby House was such a gorgeous venue to have our perfect day. When I first saw the place, I fell in love with it. It reminded me of the old Civil-War era home I grew up in, and the courtyard in the back was just gorgeous - perfect! It was the first place my mom and I checked out, and I pretty much booked them immediately. I needed to look no further!
They were very responsive when it came to questions. They seemed to have all FAQ answered in pre-prepared documents, which was good because they were able to respond right away. It did seem a bit less personal that way, but it's a good idea to be able to quickly answer our questions. There are some additional costs associated with hanging things and some other little extras, but I think that is mostly to protect the historic property.
We did have to pay extra for an extra half hour of "event time" even though we already had the place for the day. That was one thing I didn't really get, but I think it is somewhat common for venues in the DC-area. We definitely needed extra time though - the day goes so fast! There was a little communication issue with the rehearsal, but it ended up just being a misunderstanding.
We were not able to rehearse there the day before the wedding because another wedding was scheduled, but it was stated in our contract that we could only use the place if nothing else was scheduled. We were just a little disappointed not to be able to do it and with the way it was addressed when we initially asked about it, but it all turned out to be okay when all said and done.
And Mary Louise addressed it later on with my mom and apologized for the miscommunication. Mary Louise did a wonderful job the day of. She is very seasoned with weddings and knows what she's doing! She helped coordinate all the vendors, and was there to answer questions and help out. She also helped get me down the aisle and took some pictures she put on a CD at the end of the night.
It was a nice little touch! Our wedding was absolutely gorgeous, and a lot of it was due to the beautiful setting of the Birkby House and the care they have taken to make it such a great-looking place. They are always updating the place with new flowers (blooming through the seasons) and other touches (like new gorgeous crystal chandeliers) and care about making their events look great! Thanks for helping make our day so special!
They were very responsive when it came to questions. They seemed to have all FAQ answered in pre-prepared documents, which was good because they were able to respond right away. It did seem a bit less personal that way, but it's a good idea to be able to quickly answer our questions. There are some additional costs associated with hanging things and some other little extras, but I think that is mostly to protect the historic property.
We did have to pay extra for an extra half hour of "event time" even though we already had the place for the day. That was one thing I didn't really get, but I think it is somewhat common for venues in the DC-area. We definitely needed extra time though - the day goes so fast! There was a little communication issue with the rehearsal, but it ended up just being a misunderstanding.
We were not able to rehearse there the day before the wedding because another wedding was scheduled, but it was stated in our contract that we could only use the place if nothing else was scheduled. We were just a little disappointed not to be able to do it and with the way it was addressed when we initially asked about it, but it all turned out to be okay when all said and done.
And Mary Louise addressed it later on with my mom and apologized for the miscommunication. Mary Louise did a wonderful job the day of. She is very seasoned with weddings and knows what she's doing! She helped coordinate all the vendors, and was there to answer questions and help out. She also helped get me down the aisle and took some pictures she put on a CD at the end of the night.
It was a nice little touch! Our wedding was absolutely gorgeous, and a lot of it was due to the beautiful setting of the Birkby House and the care they have taken to make it such a great-looking place. They are always updating the place with new flowers (blooming through the seasons) and other touches (like new gorgeous crystal chandeliers) and care about making their events look great! Thanks for helping make our day so special!
Kerby R.
Nov 04, 2008
The owners of the Thomas Birkby House have created a top notch event facility in the middle of historic downtown Leesburg. It is one of the best places to host a large indoor or outdoor event in town. Lots of smaller meeting spaces make it good for corporate functions too. My company held their quarterly board meetings there for years and it was always well-received by the out of towners. Highly recommended!
