A hidden treasure under an hour from DC. We stayed here and were treated like royalty. The…read morebreakfast was delicious and plentiful. We also booked our daughter's wedding reception here, and it was epic. The one stop service was amazing. From the organizers, catering, design, florals, photographers they hit every mark and more. Cannot say enough great things about The L

Where do I even start? If you are looking to get married…read morehere DO IT If you are looking to stay in the BnB DO IT If you're looking to go to any event catered by Zesty Gourmet DO IT. We were married here on 10/22 and the entire experience was beautiful and stress free. The whole planning process was so easy and Anthony and Natallia go above and beyond to curate and elevate your event while making it your own. I had my full trust in their design expertise and gave them so much control and I'm so happy I did because it was absolutely beautiful (trust the experts!). My florals were more beautiful than I could've even imagined. The whole experience is a family affair. There's no stuffiness or cookie cutter event experience you are interacting with some of the most genuine and kind people that keep that wariness while also being the utmost professionals. Even while we were getting ready we felt we were absolutely taken care of by the staff (Ava in particular was extremely attentive and kind) And the food is just incredible! From our tasting, to our breakfast, no one goes hungry here. They are extremely accommodating to dietary restrictions and allergies and every single thing I tried was *chef's kiss.* The BnB rooms are clean and cozy and well-decorated. They come stocked with snacks and most essentials you may need and one of my bridesmaids now wants to know the mattress brand because her bed was so comfortable. We cannot wait to get our professional photos back and we are so happy that we have new friends in Natallia and Anthony!

I recently attended a wedding at The Barns at Maple Valley Farm, and it was nothing short of…read moremagical! From the stunning floral arrangements to the majestic views of the landscape, the entire day was phenomenal. A truly unforgettable highlight was watching the resident horses gallop through the fields--it felt straight out of a storybook! On top of the gorgeous setting, the host was incredibly attentive, responsive, and delightful to work with. I have never been to a more beautiful wedding. If you want a flawless and breathtaking event, this is the venue!

We recently had a work function for 100 persons at this beautiful spot. The owners' were helpful in…read moreevery way, from the planning to the execution, and went above and beyond to make sure we all enjoyed our date, even when faced with a few last minute challenges. The interior was beautifully decorated and the outside was immaculate. Every aspect of the event was thought thru. We could not have put this on without their help and we really appreciate it. I would highly recommend this venue.

I can't say enough good things about Tom and Walt's beautiful property. We used the house for our…read morewedding preparations and rehearsal parties. Everyone who attended raved about the beauty and character of the house, the historic elements, the pond and the hedge maze! The attention to detail is exquisite! No detail went unnoticed by them and you can tell they put so much time and effort into making sure their guests were comfortable and enjoyed their stay. I couldn't have dreamed of a better blend of historic elements and modern comforts. Being in the house took me straight back to the 1700s in the best way possible! Now for the details: The bed, sheets and down comforter were the best I've ever slept on! The kitchen came fully stocked with everything we needed to host a party! The Edison lights and fire pit were the scene of many good times with friends and family. Some of our guests even fished the pond (catch and release). The library was by far my favorite room. We could hardly count the fireplaces also! The sunroom was a lovely addition to overlook the back of the property. Even the art on the walls made me smile. The furniture and decor were clearly picked out with an artistic eye that overlooked no small detail. The historic doorbell was the cherry on top! It's impossible to list all the things we loved about the property, we could go on for days! We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to make so many memories here at your estate! Thank you so so much from the bottom of our hearts! Lauren and Steve

We had our wedding at Rock Spring Retreat this past weekend and had the most amazing time. We fell…read morein love with Rock Spring Retreat instantly. The house is beautifully decorated and makes you feel right at home. We loved how we could stay at Rock Spring Retreat a few days before our wedding and have our friends and family stay with us at the venue. Tom and Walt were extremely accommodating and were very helpful with the planning process of our wedding. They constantly would check in with us and communicate any updates. We had a ton of questions and they were always happy to help us! We can't wait to visit Rock Spring Retreat again! Thank you Tom and Walt for everything!!

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.

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.

Such a beautiful vineyard in Loudoun County. Lots of seating available outside for our fall winery…read moreday over the weekend. It's also dog friendly which is a plus as I was able to bring my dog to join us outside. We ordered a bottle of their Riesling and some ciabatta bread with cheese that came in a tub. The ciabatta was nice and fresh and the spread wasn't too bad either. It was good to have that as a snack while sipping on our wine. We ended up getting a bottle to go as well since I enjoyed the wine. Lovely place for some good views and wine!

I had my reception for my wedding at Green Hill Farm on Saturday. Erin, her family, and her friends…read moreworked unbelievably hard to make sure the barn was ready in time, and their hard work paid off. Everything was absolutely amazing. Erin is so easy to work with, and her laid-back but professional attitude made everything go so smoothly. When my (now husband) and I were first starting planning our wedding, we knew we wanted a relaxed, backyard BBQ atmosphere, and a lot of venues in the area require you to use either their catering or their alcohol vendors. This didn't work for us, as we wanted our friends to cater and my dad to provide the alcohol. Erin not only allowed us to bring outside vendors, but she was genuinely excited about the thought of having a pig roast and a beer trailer at the wedding. Yes, you do the set up and tear down mostly on your own, with the help of some staff. But it's definitely worth it. You're able to be at the venue from Friday-Sunday, so some of my friends who really enjoyed the beer trailer were able to camp out with us with no worries about driving. Green Hill Farm is an amazing, AMAZING place. Check it out, and say hi to Harry for us.

Dream Wedding at Green Hill Farm…read more We had our wedding at Green Hill Farm, and it was nearly perfect! The venue is stunning, with gorgeous landscapes that created a beautiful backdrop. The staff was amazing--so attentive and made sure everything went smoothly. Though they seem to be still working out some kinks, If you're looking for a breathtaking venue with great service, Green Hill Farm is the one. Highly recommend!

This is a fantastic campground just off the C&O canal. The shower was fantastic and was very…read moreclean. A bonus was getting ice cream and snacks at the office, just I needed. The staff were so friendly and helpful. My second stay here I will visit again.

I came here for peaceful tubing with a friend. Our first time at this location. The staff were very…read morefriendly. We appreciated their help. Especially when Edgar pulled us on his boat when we were on still water. Bring your own floaty for a cooler - they do not provide it at this location. Snacks were not included despite being mention on the online booking. Parking was easy. The campsite we parked by also had tables we sat afterwards. Being on the water was amazing. We loved floating and enjoyed the breeze, water and views. They bus you back to the original location after. Don't forget to bring rope to tie your tubes together!

Loved our stay. Stayed in the bottom room for the week leading up to July 4th. Arrived to a fridge…read morefull of food, private parking in a town with no free parking, and an amazingly relaxing atmosphere with a backyard full of frogs and fish and a bench swing. Will definitely be back.

My family went to Lily B&B for Thanksgiving. There were five of us, all adults, all family. It…read moreis an adorable place. We had the upstairs of the house. Self-entry was very easy. There is one bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and then there is a loft with a double bed. The ladder goes straight up to the loft. Getting up to the loft is not for the faint of heart. Three of the adults were in their 50s, and two not in the best of shape, so there was no way we could get into the loft. The rest of us slept on the main level. There is also a blow-up bed that was easy to use. The bathroom was very nice. The kitchen had everything we needed. The garden was cute. My sister and I read out on the swing during the day and at night we all sat around the fire. We took our two dogs, also. We walked them a few times during the day around the neighborhood. There was some open space if you walk behind the house and then turn right at the next street. . The host, Shawn, was available whenever we needed him. For the breakfast part, due to Covid, you let them know beforehand what you want and Lily B&B leaves it in the kitchen and you make it yourself, which was fine with me. Shawn also makes an awesome quiche which we all enjoyed. We had a lot of fun. We've never gone away for Thanksgiving but we just might do it again next year.