This was a great venue both inside and outside. The yard behind the establishment has quite a…read moresignificant view.

We recently had a family member get married, and they had their wedding here at Woodsmith Estates…read morein Batavia. Before we received the invitation, I had never heard of this place, so I checked the venue's website for more info. I noticed that their prices for weddings are really fantastic. If you're looking for an affordable but picturesque setting to say: 'I Do," then this place is for you. The ceremony was conducted outside next to a pond, the reception was held in a barn. That whole 'barnyard' aesthetic is huge right now, so I can see this place booking up quickly once more people know about it. There is a fire pit outside, too. The bathrooms are located off the barn, they're in a trailer sort of structure (but they were decorated nicely). While sitting at the firepit in between dinner and the 'first' dances, I happened to get chatting with the lady who owns this place (she was cleaning up the 'ceremony' decor). She said that she opened this place because she wanted to provide a nice place where people can get married affordably. She didn't care about making a big profit. I thought that was nice. She also allows couples to 'help' other couples by sharing tent rentals or donating flowers to other couples. It is all very sweet. And now, I want to address any future brides & grooms who plan on getting married here: please tell your guests ahead of time that they will be walking on uneven terrain and will be either outdoors or in a not-temperature-regulated barn for the duration of the affair, with bathrooms that can only be reached by climbing a few stairs. Please tell them to wear comfortable shoes and to bring an extra layer. Here's what we experienced: A lot of the women wore heels, and they were not expecting to have to park on the grass then walk through more grass to get the the ceremony & barn area. Their heels were sinking into the grass with each step and a lot of them ruined their shoes. There were patches of gravel, too, which the high-heeled women had a hard time navigating. The floor of the barn looked like stamped concrete; pretty, but not very feet-friendly, especially in heels. Anyone wearing heels was miserable. And you know what? That's not the venue's fault - it is the bride & groom's responsibility to let their guests know ahead of time what sort of footwear is most appropriate. Yellow jackets were in full swing because it was an Autumn wedding. Two guests seated near me were allergic to bees & wasps and did not have their Epi-pens because they didn't know that we were all going to be outside. Again: the bride and groom should have let their guests know that they'd be outside. I believe that this venue allows you to 'bring your own food,' whether you DIY it, have a food truck, or hire a caterer. The bride & groom didn't include dinner options on the invitation, when dinner time rolled around we learned that it was a buffet. One guest was allergic to chicken, and that was the only meat available. So that guest just didn't eat.

We had our wedding reception here a couple weeks ago and let me tell you, IT WAS AMAZING! This is…read morenot only a historical landmark, but the beauty of the space, inside and out, is breathtaking! Although our event was on a smaller scale and very intimate, Renee, Art, Chris, and Russell went well above and beyond our expectations to make sure everything was planned and executed without any "hiccups"! They were absolutely fabulous to work with and made sure my visions came to life! They were easy, flexible and provided guidance when I was undecided. Even today we continue to recieve so many compliments on the venue and staff! We partnered with our perferred vendors and everyone coordinated efforts with ease. I can assure you will not be disappointed if you decide to have your event here! Thank you all again for making our evening the best it could possibly be!! Jeneane and John

From the owner: Whitehall Mansion, built in 1905 and designed by the famed architect J. Foster Warner, is nestled…read moreon 11 acres of beautiful gardens and majestic trees. We are the perfect venue for weddings, private parties, corporate events, as well as family or group gatherings. We are currently booking events for Whitehall Mansion which can currently accommodate up to 100 guests, as well as booking The Carriage House for 2025 events. Don’t wait to secure your preferred dates!

Absolutely the nicest place for a wedding ever...It has so much charm, space and beauty that we…read morewere just amazed...The service was also very good...I have never seen such a building as this and although it comes with a hefty price tag, you can bet your guest will be blown away by it's splendor...Make your reservations waaaaaaaaaaaaaay in advance because this spot has very few dates available each season...Just amazing...

I can't even give this venue enough stars. Donna & Steve were consummate professionals, while still…read morebeing friendly and personal. My son's wedding was perfection. We were postponed by Covid last year but they let us hold a 6 person mini-mony On the orig day and scheduled our "Re-do" wedding for their 1st anniversary. Never missed a beat or missed a question. Everything ran perfectly smooth, thanks to a well oiled professional relationship with Party Man Caterers. I can't say how incredibly much we recommend this venue!!! Thank You Donna & Steve!!!!! -the Masleks

Had my daughters baby shower here. I cannot say enough good things about Jeannine and staff. From…read morethe first message for inquiry to the end ..Jeannine answered all of my questions in a timely manner, was prepared for everything and was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. The venue itself is adorable and was perfect for our occasion. Again cannot give enough praise to the staff though! Highly recommend Rustic Roots for your showers and Birthday!!!

From the owner: Rustic Roots is a family and locally owned and operated located in Spencerport, NY. We are an…read moreextension of your home that offers a more relaxed and friendly environment for your family and friends to gather. We are open to the public most days. Our venue is available for weddings, showers, banquets, corporate events or any other social event. Our business was founded in 2023 by the Misiurewicz family, and we look forward to welcoming your family and friends to enjoy our unique setting. Contact us at (585)304-2601 or info@rusticrootsny.com

My wedding was in 2024 at the old Arbor Loft location. Working with Erica was absolutely…read morewonderful--she was kind, attentive, and truly cared about my wedding. The venue itself was beautiful, and some of the staff members we encountered were extremely friendly. Unfortunately, despite these positives, my overall experience left me feeling disappointed and stressed. At our final meeting, all of my carefully planned details were simply handed off to someone else who did not seem invested in my day. Half of my bridal party had never been in a wedding before, and despite asking multiple times, we were unable to secure a proper rehearsal time. We later learned this was because another event was booked that night. Our "rehearsal" ended up being squeezed into the bridal suite, which was chaotic. On top of that, another bridal party was scheduled to rehearse in our space at 1:00 p.m.--just two and a half hours before my guests were to arrive at 3:30. It was very stressful and did not feel like the focus was on our wedding. The morning of our wedding, I decorated everything with the help of one friend, only to have one of my bridesmaids rush in to tell me that another bridal party was practicing in the same space we had paid for and spent all morning decorating. The new woman in charge of the wedding (I never learned her name) Came to me and asked "what my problem was" When I asked about it, I was told, "Sorry, this is just how we do things here." That response left me feeling like my day wasn't valued. I also spent the night before carefully labeling bins and creating spreadsheets for the staff as they requested. Despite this, my belongings were returned completely disorganized--items were put in the wrong bins, frames were broken, and irreplaceable family photos were damaged. I had also rented flowers from Something Borrowed Blooms and specifically reminded the staff they were rentals that needed to be returned. Instead, they were placed in buckets of water--even though they were artificial--and I was later charged for them. I've been hesitant to leave this review because I wanted to move on and focus on the good memories of my wedding day. However, I feel future brides should be aware. While Erica was wonderful to work with, and the venue was undeniably beautiful, the way key details were handled was very disheartening.

The Arbor Loft was hands down the best decision we made in terms of vendors for our wedding. From…read morethe beginning at the inquiry stage, they responded quickly and gave us all the information in a digestible manner. The loft itself is a beautiful space. It's a venue where you can decorate as much or as little as you'd like. The exposed white brick, the huge industrial windows, the perfectly appointed greenery that's already there and the adorable trendy modern furniture all make a great setting for whatever the event. The bridal and groomsman suites are amazing!! There's a photo opportunity at every corner. I loved how all my photos turned out! The Arbor Loft staff are just wonderful. We worked with Maddy first who got us to the contracts stage. She was super helpful and responded to all of our lengthy contract review comments. Then we worked with Carly all the way up until the wedding day. I cannot express how thankful we were to Carly. She responded to every email we had in less than 48 hours (I cannot say that for any of my other vendors). No matter how small or big the list of questions were, we got an answer. As a stressed out and type A bride, I can't even begin to stress the importance of receiving an answer in a reasonable timeframe. Unless you do one of their planner packages, it's important to note the Arbor Loft is not your wedding planner. They are very good however at asking the questions that make sure you are on track and have the minimum you need for a wedding day. On the day itself we worked with Autumn. She was so calming and even helped me with a fussy bustle that none of my bridesmaids can figure out. I would not have been able to do my first dance without her! For catering we used the Loft's Folk catering. They had such an interesting menu and we received such good feedback on the food. One of my picky friends event complimented on the dinner. They presented the buffet beautifully. For late night we picked a couple pizzas from swan dive, which delivered straight to the venue. This was the best food item for me on the day. The vegan pizza was soooooo delicious and I was grateful for the extra food since I didn't eat much during the day. Since Folk and Swan Dive were associated with the loft, everything was on one invoice and it was so easy when it came to settling the bill. Carly also kept us on track with payments which we were so grateful for. At the end of the wedding, the staff packed up all of our decorations for us based on an inventory list which was so helpful!! Especially when you're exhausted at the end of the night! Some tips for anyone engaged and getting married at the Loft. Attend one of their open houses. It's super helpful to see the types of furniture, linens, and rentals they offer. Don't buy anything that the loft can provide either for free or a reasonable price. The open house also gives you the vibe of when there are people there. You can also sample food from one of their caterers. And it's free! Take advantage of the furniture that's in the loft already. They have really cute lounge pieces that you can use for a photo op. Use the greenery they have in the space. All of these items can be moved to wherever you want if you just ask. The bridal suite is huge and a lovely space to get ready, use it. One suggestion I have for the loft is to have a bar sampling night. We did not get to taste test any of the drinks they offered for signature cocktails or any of their other alcohols. I'm sure they did a great job with the open bar but I think a drinks night will be super fun for everyone. I absolutely will recommend working with the Arbor Loft team at any of their locations. We had full faith in the team, this is what they do every day! Thank you Arbor Loft :) **All photos are from the amazingly talented Abigail Lynn Photography

My daughter attended a Friendsgiving at the lodge. I stopped in quickly as I've never been to this…read morelocation. It's very spacious for a group and dinner. Clean restrooms and good layout for a party. Plenty of parking and easy access. Bar is located outside.

We had a baby shower for 63 people there in March. The venue was perfect, very warm and…read morecomfortable. We chose the lunch buffet, which was reasonably priced, and the food was delicious! Lindsay, the event coordinator, was responsive to every email, very accommodating, and a pleasure to work with. Our servers were amazing through the entire shower. I highly recommend this restaurant!