100% recommend this place as a wedding venue for no more than 150 people…read more The venue: My wedding had about 135 and seemed like the perfect number. Also had my wedding in middle November which was a hit or miss on weather but was in the 50s, perfect weather for our little S'mores setup. And Birkby still had trees with leaves that fell late so we still had a variety of fall colors still in the backdrop. Birkby has such a homey comfortable feeling with the cottage house, gazebo and other garden space, and the reception tent. The tent, with the lightings, is so beautiful. When I asked a cousin for wedding pictures, she had about 15 of just the lighting. Good thing we had an actual photographer! The house has several rooms for the cocktail hour for the guestbook, gifts, and other neat hangout spots as well as a pair of restrooms. There are another pair of restrooms by the tent. The upstairs has a bridal and grooms suite. Bridal suite is large and my wife and her ladies loved it. The grooms suite is cozy with a TV, couch, and fridge--all you really need. The 2nd floor also has two porches that look out to the rest of the venue. Great photo ops! Coordinators: Had the viewing with Carleigh--absolutely fantastic and super friendly and decided to go with her and Kristin (Simply Royal Events) for our wedding coordinators. It felt like a huge advantage having them coordinate since they knew the place inside and out and knew most, if not all, of our vendors. They were quick to respond and adjust to all of our last minute changes and updates. They were all over the place (in the best way possible) from beginning to end as in they had everything organized and made sure people/things were in place and yet were also very available for any questions or comments I or the bride had the day of. The wedding transitions happened so swiftly that I hardly saw any of it happen. The ceremony chairs were swept off, space heaters were set up, the firepit and S'mores layout was done, and off I went through a line of sparklers. Vendors: The Birkby House has an open house every spring and invites their preferred caterer and vendors. Definitely check this out if you are interested in or planning on having an event/wedding at Birkby. There are a lot of local vendors present, some who don't really have the publicity as other vendors that may have hundreds of reviews. For example, we went with a local photographer Steve and Bernadette Dalgetty and even though we haven't received the pictures yet, they were such a charm to work with. We did go with their partner caterer Tuskies and that couldn't have gone any better. The tasting was a little unconventional. We basically just had dinner at their restaurant with a $100 tab so we couldn't really try specific items on their wedding menu but we tried the filet mignon and branzino dishes that best replicated the wedding entrees. We absolutely loved the filet mignon and this chocolate martini (which we added to our wedding) but the branzino was a bit dry so we actually considered removing the fish option but we were glad we didn't. ALL the food during our wedding was phenomenal from hor d'oeurves to entrees--best wedding food ever (said no one ever but I'm serious, Tuskies was amazing!) Not only was the food great but also Neal was so fun and easy to work with. They also allowed us to bring our own alcohol saving in some costs. I truly think the triple threat of Neal, Carleigh, and Kristin was the reason why my wedding went so smoothly or at least appeared like it ran smoothly haha. Misc: Other perks to the venue, there's a large public parking lot behind the venue that is really only used as a commuter lot during the week so it was fully available for guests. It's in downtown Leesburg so it's a great spot to check out a local bar if you come early. But speaking of downtown.. The con: The only negative thing about the venue is because it's in downtown Leesburg near residents, there was one resident who complained and called the cops multiple times. There's a noise curfew at 10pm which is when the wedding ends anyway but he complained well before 9pm. I'm sure this happens quite often, it has to being in such a residential area and while it was annoying having to deal with a disgruntled neighbor on your wedding night, the cops really seemed to care less. The cops said as long as the coordinators had the permit (which they did), the noise was fine.

We just attended a wedding at the birkby house. It is lovely, welcoming and perfectly suited for…read morewedding. Inside of the house is historic and very well renovated. Outside garden are lovely and they have a tent for the banquet with air conditioning . We loved the event at the birkby house.

We just had our daughter's wedding at Fox Meadow Barn. Originally we planned to have it in our…read morebackyard and I am so thankful we decided not to. This venue is exactly what we were hoping for and more. It had a bridal room, room for the groomsmen, restrooms, full kitchen, and a gorgeous, spacious barn that was beautifully decorated. The outside view is spectacular and open with nothing but beautiful scenery. You can have your wedding outside and then come in for the reception, or have everything indoors if the weather isn't cooperating. Dixie was such a pleasure to work with, so accommodating and friendly. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for a venue at a reasonable cost. Everything was just perfect for us!

I recently got married at Rust Manor. From the first time we visited, I fell in love with their…read moreoutdoor grounds. I knew I wanted an outdoor wedding and this seemed to fit the script. Staff was accommodating and answered all of our questions. On the wedding day, everything came together really well and my vision was executed. They have everything on one grounds which is great for planning. The manor, itself, is historic with recent renovations. The bridal suite and groomsmen suite were perfect for getting ready, and the reception area in the tent was large enough to accommodate both small and large groups. Looking back, I'd choose Rust Manor again.

Great place to go for a walk. I read that they have paw paws. Want to check that out. There was a…read morebeautiful path.

We stayed at Briar Patch B&B for the first time from June 18-20, 2026, celebrating our 20th wedding…read moreanniversary. For this special occasion, we booked The Cottage. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and welcoming. The bedding was soft and fresh, and extra blankets and linens were readily available in the cottage. The bathroom was well maintained and stocked with plenty of towels. We also appreciated the well-appointed kitchen and enjoyed having a Keurig available throughout our stay. One of the highlights of our visit was the breakfast. Each morning featured delicious, made-to-order eggs along with other offerings such as pancakes. The homemade blueberry muffins were exceptional and easily made my list of all-time favorites. The owners were charming, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the local area and nearby attractions. Their recommendations helped make our visit even more enjoyable. We had a wonderful stay at Briar Patch B&B and look forward to returning in the future. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway.

The owners have given up. As they say this is "highway robbery" for what the rates are. We wouldn't…read more stay here for a nickel. Nor we would eat a crumb based on the conditions of the dump. I had to leave a starting in order to post this. That was painful to do.

We did a birthday event here and they were AMAZING. The wine is good and the champagne…read more Elizabeth is such a great person and we continue to come back because of her. .I have such a great and memorable birthday because of her and will definitely come back and plan more events here!

Just like a typical Virginia vineyard, but a bit off the beaten path. They have a form of Norwegian…read morebeer and varietal wines. Ambiance was great!

The estate is just stunning service is top notch and the rye whiskey is so smooth. I just love the…read moreprivate barrel of whiskey, truly a top shelf experience for whiskey drinkers.

I have been a guest at several events at Crown Rose Estate since it opened, some held in the manor…read moreand a couple hosted in the renovated barn. It is always a treat to be back in the elegant, historic, and cozy surrounding of Crown Rose. Even the barn is a comfortable and lovely place to be. The previous comment about the barn being filthy perplexes me. It is an outdoor building in the country, maybe dust is the filth referred to? Tara is a welcoming and conscientious hostess, and if I had a reason to book a celebration or event in Frederick County, Crown Rose would be the first place I would consider booking.

This review is actually for the pick your own section of the farm- which you would only find out…read moreabout if you followed the signs for blueberries they have scattered around eastern Purcellville. Its set up as a very low key operation- no mention of it on their website. There is a small shed with trays to bring to the field, and a basket for paying by the honor system- its CASH ONLY. The blueberry bushes are only a short walk from the parking area- and the bushes were loaded with berries. Most importantly, the berries are fantastic- grocery store berries aren't even close. I would love to see this place up its social media presence a little (like even a mention on their website maybe?), and offer a venmo or paypal option for payment. The berries are worth it.

Shhhh.... I have a secret for you Yelpers out there…read more Want to get away from the run of the mill? Need to relax, unwind and de-stress? Like Leesburg, and the area up near Purcellville? But not sure where to stay? Well, here is a hint... my wife, daughter and I visited Barbara the owner of Creek Crossing Farm at Chappelle Hill, and I promised I'd make a "5 Star" rating for her, Joel and her chickens. We arrived recently for a couple of nights stay, and Barbara and Tripper (her Jack Russel pup) met us at the drive to say hello and welcome us like family. She introduced us to the house- and what a house it is. Built in the late 1700's, this farmhouse has all the modern necessities - and we started to relax immediately. The photos and the entire house are just amazing. We took our meals in the kitchen, because it just felt like being a part of the family. Her son Joel stopped in about the time the tour ended, and offered to bring in our bags from the car - even though it was obvious that he had had a long, long day. We said we'd bring them in ourselves, and he smiled and nodded - and started talking about his day. See... You're immediately part of the family, and the stories will start to flow. You can't make this stuff up... its just the way it is from the moment you arrive... and stays that way until you leave. Life... and moments like this... are priceless. Then Barbara makes the breakfasts herself, from fresh eggs from the brood of chickens in her hen house. The meals are "all you can eat" - and the food is delicious and plentiful. All local foods too, from the bacon, to the ham, to the bread - to the fresh coffee cake Barbara made that morning. She'll even tell you about the foxes, deer, raccoons and hawks... all of which she has had to protect her farm from. The house grounds have a small fish pond, and lots of grassy room to run around in - which was great for our seventeen month old daughter. We sat out in the field one night and enjoyed a local bottle of wine, with some cheese - as the sun sat over the blueberry fields. Oh did that feel good... If you're really nice, Barbara will even show you the new Grand Piano that she just got... and she plays so well... you'll feel so good inside. And she never seems to slow down, and is always interested in making your stay a good one. And she knows the neighborhood, and all the good gossip too... and knows what to and what not to say. Price is very good, as are the location, the rooms, and the decor. Bottom Line: "ABOVE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." And tell Barbara that you saw the review on Yelp, so she can give you a proper welcome. "God bless you, Barbara... we had a great time! See you and Joel soon we hope!"

Even though I no longer live in the area, Sunset Hills Vinyard is the one winery in the area that I…read moremaintain my membership to. I love being able to experience Virginia wines while living in a different state and I love having my membership benefits when I do visit the area. The staff at Sunset Hills vineyard has always been welcoming, knowledgeable and hospitable. In addition, they are great with managing my shipments and account from afar and they make it easy to customize a shipment if you prefer different wines than they are offering. Their food service is great for pairing, I absolutely love their ciabatta bread and warm cheese spread with honey. My favorite thing to do is stop in, taste what is new and share a bottle and some snacks with friends while enjoying the views. Whether I am enjoying live music inside in the winter months or sitting on the deck or outdoor covered area in the summer months, Sunstet Hills Vinyard is my happy place to unwind.

I visited with friends today and was very impressed. The setting, a barn built in 1870, was amazing…read more- so well preserved and beautiful. We were warmly greeted and service throughout our visit was friendly and engaging. Wine - oh the wine - I had a Viognier and then a Cab Franc (no flights but tastings at the bar) - both were great - especially the Cab Franc. While they don't have food service per se, we put together a terrific charcuterie board from the packaged selections they carry. Unfortunately the bottles of wines to purchase are little above my price range, but I'd definitely go back for another glass or two.