Ainsworth House & Gardens

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The Hidden Gem of Wedding Venues ~ Come and See!

Ainsworth House & Gardens is an historic mansion wedding venue located in Oregon City, OR, just 20 minutes from Portland. This versatile property offers multiple spaces suitable for receptions and ceremonies, including two acres of lush, dappled landscape. Stately and serene, it is ideal for couples seeking a dreamy, intimate wedding experience. The staff at Ainsworth House & Gardens believes that couples should be able to celebrate in style without breaking the bank. To help you achieve this, their dedicated coordinators will make appropriate recommendations from their catalog of preferred suppliers. They are flexible about how you utilize their facility, so you can hire the service providers you prefer. For early birds, they offer a discounted brunch-style morning ceremony and reception. Night owls might opt for afternoon-to-evening festivities. Both options include exclusive access to the property, which hosts up to 125 guests. For outdoor ceremonies you can enjoy their meticulously manicured garden. Their Heritage Ponderosa Pine Tree is a popular spot for saying your vows, and you are most welcome to bring a ceremony arch of your choice. Whatever your preferences, the dedicated staff will do their utmost to make your special day a success. Get the ball rolling by consulting the expert team at Ainsworth House & Gardens. They welcome couples from all backgrounds and are accustomed to hosting wedding parties from all over the world. Their professional staff provides set-up and clean-up of all of their resources, and their preferred caterers won't charge you extra for cake cutting or corkage fees! Consider Ainsworth House & Gardens for an unforgettable event.

Amenities & Details

Ceremony Area, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet

Guest Capacity

Up to 150

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony

Venue Service Offerings

Destination Weddings, Planning, Service Staff

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Ballroom, Estate, Garden, Historic Venue, Park, Trees

Business Attributes

Woman-owned Business

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Ainsworth House & Gardens Reviews

Bailey Blum (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

This review is for both Ainsworth House & Gardens, and for our amazing day-of coordinator Jocelyn. The venue is incredibly beautiful and they made the process as painless and easy as I think is possible when planning a wedding. I booked with Ainsworth before the new owners took over, but the transition seemed at least to me to be pretty seamless. The updates the new owners have made so far are very nice; I'm hoping they just make sure to keep the old-school charm that comes with this property as they continue to make changes. There is not enough that can be said about Jocelyn, and if you are able to get her as your coordinator you will be extremely lucky! She was kind, personable and responsive, and on the day she addressed absolutely everything I needed, often before I even thought about needing it.
Reviewed on 05-10-2023

Emily Gray (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The facility was absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed! It was just magical!
Reviewed on 23-01-2024

Kathleen Ward (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband and I got married at Ainsworth on October 5th, 2023 and we would get married here over and over again. From finding them on the knot to driving away in our getaway car this venue was a dream come true. It was our top choice and quite affordable for the area and how lovely it is (we did a Thursday in the off season, and paid to add an extra hour for set up and photos). They had great furnishings, linens, beautiful bride and groom suites, and the best venue coordinator ever. The new owners have really put their hearts into making this place even more stunning and our coordinator Jocelyn put her heart into making our day magical. She not only helped us plan down to the little details of the space and timeline, but she really lived the day with us. We could not be more grateful for the Ainsworth team. I hope we get to come back someday for another wedding.
Reviewed on 04-11-2023

Peter Banitt (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

This was a beautiful setting for a wedding, which was close to Portland , but not in Portland. They have 5 acres of gardens that have beautiful flowers and the venue had an option for either outdoor or indoor wedding. The owners and wedding coordinator were very helpful and Pleasant to work with and made our wedding day extra special. I would definitely recommend Ainsworth House Gardens for your wedding.
Reviewed on 07-10-2023

Kay R (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

I cannot speak highly enough about our experience having our wedding at Ainsworth House and Gardens! Laurie was our day of coordinator and she was amazing. The whole property is gorgeous and all our guests were so in love with the whole event. All the staff was friendly and wonderful! When you book your wedding with them (for a pretty fair price I think) they give you a great list of recommended vendors. We selected most of our vendors off this list and Laurie worked and communicated with them, making sure everyone was on the same page. The bridal and groom suites are great! Really, the whole wedding was borderline perfect! Thanks Laurie and AH&G staff!
Reviewed on 04-08-2023

Mikayla Dunckel (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

Stunning venue! We booked the venue for 7 hours and it was the perfect amount of time! The team was very communicative and made sure our day ran smoothly! The owners of the venue did change before our wedding day, but the new owners are in the process of making amazing renovations! We had the perfect day!
Reviewed on 29-06-2023

Allie Giddings (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The garden was beautiful, we had a wonderful wedding, all their recommended vendors did a good job. There is new management from January, but it didn't affect our experience at all/they seem to be continuing similarly to the previous management.
Reviewed on 26-06-2023

Robin Crane (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-03-2023
We had our wedding here a couple days ago. It is a beautiful place! Everyone who came here walked the grounds before and after the ceremony, exclaiming about the special touches everywhere. Nice big reception room. Good value. The owners are new and did a great job.
Reviewed on 24-03-2023

Kelly Ungerman (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-03-2023
When we went way back in April of last year to see the venue we feel in love with it. Kevin was so helpful and gave us so much great information for us to use when we went to other places. Which helped us know what to ask and sealed the deal for Ainsworth house. The price was great. They provided some extras that made it even better. Joslyn the wedding coordinator that is included in your price by the way was sooooooo amazing!!! She helped me through my mom freak outs and was wonderful to work with. She is fun and helped us get just what we wanted for our daughters wedding. I can't say enough about how positive our experience was.
Reviewed on 14-03-2023

Bear Berry (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-11-2022
The venue was absolutely beautiful and the perfect space for our small wedding. So many of our guests asked how we came across the venue and were truly amazed by how quaint and lovely the space was. It was especially ideal for us since our wedding was late in the year; the flexibility of indoor/outdoor spaces was great.
Reviewed on 13-11-2022

Kathryn Walters (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-11-2022
We had our wedding a couple of days ago at Ainsworth House and Gardens. We can't recommend them enough! From the very beginning, the Ainsworth team was so welcoming and easy to work with. Laurie, our wonderful coordinator, was on top of every planning detail, very professional, and made our day run so smoothly. Not only are the people great, but the location is stunning! Beautiful historical details, gorgeous grounds (even after a huge rain and windstorm the day before our wedding), serene and lovely. I couldn't have imagined a better place for our special day. Thank you Laurie, Kevin, and everyone at Ainsworth!
Reviewed on 10-11-2022

Chea Berra (other) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2022
This venue is definitely pretty. We were so excited based on the reviews. We definitely did not have the same experience and ultimately are sorry we chose it for my daughter's wedding. We were assigned Laurie Morris as our wedding organizer. She was nonresponsive from the beginning. We finally had to ask the venue owner, Kevin, to intervene to get a response from Laurie. However, Kevin never apologized or seemed to care.On the day of the wedding, Laurie would not respond to our inquiries about where to set up things or where we could find things. She was in a foul mood and was rude to our guests. Once again we had to get Kevin to intervene. However, when we saw Kevin come out to speak with Laurie, it was obvious that they are good friends and laughing. This all while my younger daughter, who was the maid-of-honor, was on the point of tears because she was so flustered and stressed. The outside area was set up in a haphazard and unattractive way. They did not set up the microphone for the readings during the ceremony (and Laurie was nowhere to be found) so we had to awkwardly work our way through that.When we went inside for the dinner, we found that they did not put the table displays that we requested. There were no water pitchers put out on the tables. So, guests had water glasses but no water.Throughout the reception, Laurie remained unpleasant and inaccessible. Laurie got upset at a group that went up to the buffet and asked if there was more of the vegetables. She laid into them quite harshly that they were supposed to wait and actually glared at them when they stayed put. (So glad we had guests who knew that her behavior was unacceptable and not going to back down to her bullying.) At the end of a long night, my husband and I had to figure out where things were. Laurie looking very put off just kept walking away from us. She made a stressful situation even more stressful. I don't understand why she was so rude to our guests and so unhelpful. I don't know how Kevin would allow it.Literally several dozen guests asked what her problem was. This is her job for goodness' sake. I'm glad I was able to insulate my daughter from Laurie's ugliness. I'm so sorry many others were not. There are just as pretty, if not prettier, venues around. No wedding should be marred by the disrespect and disservice that Kevin and Laurie showed our party.
Reviewed on 04-10-2022

Lisa Bloom (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2022
The lovely people of the Ainsworth House & Gardens gave us the wedding of our dreams. Kevin showed us around and we immediately knew it was where we wanted to get married. The garden and spaces are so beautiful that they function as their own decor, and most of the other items we needed were provided by the venue (including linens, centerpieces, and weather contingency plans) which allowed us to haul in and out as little \"stuff\" as possible. They were able to accommodate every little thing we asked. Especially the wedding coordinator who worked with the venue, Jocelyn, was really excellent. She ensured that everything ran smoothly and she really had a great time with us besides. She solved so many little problems for us and always with a smile, it was clear she is very good at what she does. Thank you so much to everyone who helped make our wedding so lovely!
Reviewed on 17-07-2022

Christian-Brett Halstead-Webb (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-07-2022
We couldn't be happier with our wedding day! Indeed, the event went well above and beyond our expectations! We fell in love with the venue when we saw it, and the staff were very helpful guiding us and leading us on our path! Jocelyn, our wedding planner, was simply THE BEST!!! It was a very magical day! We would whole heartedly recommend any event at the Ainsworth house.
Reviewed on 12-07-2022

Lori Olund (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-04-2022
My son just had his wedding here last weekend and it was beautiful! Every detail was perfect! The venue was gorgeous and the fact that we got to use the entire place was great, inside and out. Jocelyn Badali Barrett, our wedding coordinator made the day a breeze and took care of everything. What a special place!
Reviewed on 27-04-2022

Lori Olund (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-04-2022
We had our son's wedding here and it was absolutely wonderful. Everything was perfect and they really did go the extra mile to make it so special. Jocelyn Badali Barrett, our wedding coordinator was the best. She thought of every detail and went way above the normal. I highly recommend the venue and Jocelyn Badali Barrett.
Reviewed on 26-04-2022

alison kean (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
Ainsworth House & Gardens is the most beautiful wedding venue I have ever seen, and upon meeting and talking with Kevin, the owner, we knew we wanted our wedding here. Kevin continued to assist us throughout our wedding buildup and calmly guided us through the ever-changing pandemic rules. Each of our guests commented on the unusual beauty of this place. An on-site wedding coordinator is included in the rental fee, and our coordinator Laurie made our wedding evening run perfectly, even in the Portland 110-degree heat wave. I highly recommend this gem of a wedding venue.
Reviewed on 06-12-2021

Ann Zagotta (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2021
This venue is absolutely beautiful! There are so many spots for pictures and the space for the ceremony was perfect! It was great working with them and staff was very organized and helpful.
Reviewed on 20-11-2021

Demi Reminger (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-11-2021
I just had my wedding here on 11/7/2021 and everything was an absolute dream!From the beginning stages of planning, to the meetings leading up to the wedding, and then the day of, everything was flawless.This venue is beautiful and comes with a day of coordinator. Our coordinator was Krystle and she made our day stress free and amazing. She was so kind and kept the show going without any issues.The people who work here are very responsive to emails, easy to work with, and go above and beyond. They even worked with us when we had to change our date. They could not have been nicer!I would recommend this venue to any bride and groom who want a beautiful location with people who genuinely care about you and your special day.
Reviewed on 15-11-2021

Megan Oz Panek (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
Ainsworth House and Gardens was an absolutely wonderful venue for our wedding! Every staff member we worked with was kind, helpful, and great to work with. We loved the venue-- we got married on a cold and rainy November day last week and the inside space was warm and inviting and beautiful for our ceremony and reception! We can't WAIT to see photos from the event-- there are so many beautiful spots to take your professional photos at this venue, even in the rainy fall months! Thank you for everything. We highly recommend this spot for your special day!
Reviewed on 12-11-2021

Laura Byerly (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-08-2021
The Ainsworth House & Gardens team was amazing from the first email I sent them. So organized, professional, and accommodating. It was a dream to work with them--particularly our planner, Nancy--though the challenges the pandemic has thrown us--I'm so glad my husband and I chose this venue!
Reviewed on 25-08-2021

Mayra Bustos (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-10-2020
Ainsworth House: This is a beautiful location within a neighborhood, but don't let that turn you away. The site itself is a natural and private setting that made for incredibly beautiful photos. The venue coordinators were very responsive, and we were able to get a viewing quickly with follow up information. We write this review in the times of COVID with the caveat that this was new for the venue as well. At the start, they were communicative about changes, however as things developed we would have appreciated more updates. Laurie, the wedding coordinator that was provided by the venue, was immensely helpful in organizing and directing us in things we needed for the wedding. The venue was well prepared for COVID-19 restrictions, clean wedding rooms and facilities for guests. Overall, our wedding was impacted by COVID-19, but Ainsworth House and team worked to help make sure we still had an amazing and beautiful day.
Reviewed on 10-11-2020

Anna Takaku (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2020
During this current pandemic, we were not sure if we can have our wedding in July. Our original guest count was 120 and had to cut down to 25. Our families from overseas were not able to attend. However, we decided to go ahead with the wedding with the restrictions and limitations. We had a virtual option set up so our guests locally as well as globally can attend. The wedding turned out to be beautiful and magical. Kevin and Laurie made everything run smoothly and worked with us. The weather was perfect and the venue grounds were absolutely gorgeous with flowers and trees in full bloom. The ceremony and reception was social distanced and our guest had masks on (party favors). The matching masks made memorable photographs refelecting the 2020 situation. It didn't look empty with the small group of guests. The best part was we got to visit with each table and spend some time with them during the reception. We felt safe and made it the best COVID-19 wedding.
Reviewed on 02-11-2020

Carolina Castaneda (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2019
We had a great experience with Ainsworth. For a moderate extra amount we included a planner that made the process super easy, practical and with great outcomes. The venue was beautiful although a bit difficult to find by guests, because it’s in a residential area. It all worked in the end though.
Reviewed on 16-12-2019

Lanna Rainwater (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2019
Great place for a wedding and wonderful experience
Reviewed on 08-11-2019

Nicole Goldspink (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-10-2019
Gorgeous garden setting! Everyone went above and beyond to make everything perfect. They are the epitome of professional and obviously enjoy their work!
Reviewed on 31-10-2019

Ema Caffrey (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2019
We cannot say enough good things about Ainsworth House and Gardens. From the first meeting Kevin was super informative. When looking at venues one of the requirements was accessibility for my sister/Maid of honor and this was the first venue that had experience and offered more then \"we can figure something out I'm sure\
Reviewed on 16-09-2019

Kelly Lincoln (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-07-2019
We could not have picked a better place to have our wedding. The venue was gorgeous inside and out. Our day-of coordinator (Nancy) went above and beyond to help us plan out the big day (down to the smallest details). We could not have done it without her. The rest of the staff were so kind and professional. Like I told my friends: I didn’t start sweating until I started dancing and that’s exactly how I think it should be.
Reviewed on 05-09-2019

Amanda Talbert (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-08-2019
Very beautiful venue! They had everything organized, it was so easy to get through the day and everything looked amazing. They were one of the easiest parts of the planning process and i appreciated the up frontness. The day of was stressful, and the ease they made everything was wonderful. I highly recommend
Reviewed on 05-08-2019

Becky Jester (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-03-2019
Ainsworth is a beautiful venue conveniently located in Oregon City. It boasts lovely gardens/grounds and an amazing historic home. The house made for a wonderful place to get dressed for the ceremony and it was also a stunning backdrop for photos. Our wedding was Victorian themed so it was perfect! The staff is incredibly helpful and they truly go out of their way to may sure the day is exactly as you dreamed!
Reviewed on 27-05-2019

Candice Slaton (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2019
My husband and I were just married at the Ainsworth House in May 2019 and it was elegant. We had our ceremony outside under the large Oak tree and everything went according to plan. Laurie was beyond wonderful in making sure everything was as stress free as possible. Kevin did an amazing job as officiant for our wedding and made it a personable event for our families. We really enjoyed the variety of flowers that were in bloom during this time of the season to make our ceremony spectacular and colorful
Reviewed on 22-05-2019

Alys Stahl (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-04-2019
I can't even begin to express how happy my husband and I are with our choice to have our wedding at Ainsworth House & Gardens. From our very first visit, Kevin had us sold. The grounds are nothing short of magical. I chose their concierge package which came with a wedding planner/day of coordinator. Nancy was my planner/coordinator and I COULD NOT have done this without her. She did all of the vendor contracts and made sure everyone was paid on time. We just had certain payments we made to the venue, then Nancy dolled it out to the vendors. We had to have exchanged close to 200 emails throughout this process and Nancy was ALWAYS so happy to help and easy to work with. She answered all my questions, offered up suggestions based on her expertise, and everything went perfectly. Planning a wedding is freaking STRESSFUL. If it weren't for Nancy, I would have said, \"Screw it!\" and we would have eloped! Agh... just EVERYTHING! She helped with decorations, choosing a caterer and photographer, a place to have our rehearsal dinner.... Kevin was supposed to be our officiant, but had a family matter come up a few months before. He and Nancy recommended Pastor Mike who ended up being absolutely PERFECT. I'll never be able to fully express my gratitude to Nancy and all of the staff at Ainsworth House. We had around 90 people at the ceremony and about 80 at the reception (no kids) and it was the perfect amount of people for the space. If I could give more stars, I would! DEFINITELY check them out on your search for the perfect wedding venue. I promise you won't be disappointed. THANK YOU AGAIN, AINSWORTH HOUSE!!!!!!!
Reviewed on 29-04-2019

Marcia Baird (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2018
Absolutely Stunning Venue. They were easy to communicate with and Krystle did a fantastic job as our day of coordinator.
Reviewed on 07-12-2018

Katherine Campbell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2018
Professional, friendly and organized staff who made my day stress free. Beautiful venue that has so much charm on its own makes the need for very little decoration.
Reviewed on 17-09-2018

Heather Lind (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2018
My husband and I were married at the Ainsworth House this past August. We could not have been happier with how our wedding turned out! Everyone at the Ainsworth House were extremely helpful throughout the year we were planning our wedding. Nancy Shaw and Laurie Morris were our wedding coordinators and they were AMAZING! They were so helpful through the planning process and had so many wonderful ideas that made our wedding perfect. We are still hearing from our guests that our wedding was one of the best they attended and we owe that all to the Ainsworth team! Thank you all for making our big day nothing short of amazing!
Reviewed on 26-08-2018

Jaime Owens (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2018
I toured many facilities but fell in love with Ainsworth House & Gardens. Not only are the grounds beautiful but the staff are all amazing. They include so much more in their packages than other venues making it a great value. The best part was that they include a day of coordinator. Our coordinator was Krystle who made the day perfect! She made sure everything was set up, helped with music, kept us on schedule, and so much more. I couldn’t recommend this venue more!
Reviewed on 20-08-2018

Courtney Hermens (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
We could not have hoped for a more beautiful location for our wedding. The garden is exquisite and the staff is helpful and friendly. Thank you!
Reviewed on 01-08-2018

Natalie Bernards (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-03-2018
We were blown away by the overall experience working with the Ainsworth House & Gardens staff as well as with the location. The venue itself was exactly what we were looking for in terms of atmosphere, scenery, and overall experience. Nancy and the rest of the staff were nothing but helpful with the run up and during the course of our wedding. As a wedding venue we could not fault anything. We had full use of the house, gardens, and reception house and our guests enjoyed every inch. We had guests from Germany, England, and all over the United States attend our wedding and everyone loved the venue. I have only seen sneak peeks of our photos but the venue is gorgeous from every angle I've seen. The staff is very organized when it comes to the timeline for the day of, and arranging everything you need to make your wedding special. We did use the linens from the venue and they looked great! Another added bonus was Kevin Yell. He was the perfect officiant for our wedding and we loved getting to know him. Thank you Ainsworth crew for everything! Brides I highly recommend this venue.My guest count: 70Ceremony: Outside under the large treePictures: taken everywhereReception: InsideUsed 4 vendors off the their preferred list: SW Cakes-Sherri, A Floral Affair-Angel Stegmann, Art de Cuisine and Audyssey Mobile Entertainment
Reviewed on 03-04-2018

Sierra Stuart (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-09-2017
Prior to coming to Ainsworth House we had toured almost a dozen venues. We couldn't seem to find a place that had everything we wanted, until we found this beautiful property. Not only was the physical venue breathtaking, but the owners and staff were incredible. They were kind, encouraging, supportive and they were a large part of making our special day so incredible. Krystle Allen is amazing! She was patient, yet directive, and so sweet. I would not have survived the chaos without her. Planning a wedding, and then being in a wedding, are such special experiences and there is no other team and no other venue that I would have rather shared this day with. I highly recommend them anyone looking for the perfect wedding day!
Reviewed on 25-09-2017

Ashley Parker (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2017
Ainsworth House and Gardens was perfect for my wedding ceremony and reception. I loved working with Nancy to plan my big day and she and the owner, Kevin were very responsive and helpful from Day 1. I loved the historic home and the gardens are so well kept and beautiful! So many areas to take gorgeous wedding photos! The price is very competitive and they do not nickel and dime you for everything like other venues and having Nancy as my coordinator was included! Although I live in Nashville, Nancy made the process very easy and efficient, fitting me in when I was visiting and making sure I was able to get what I needed. The list of preferred vendors was extremely helpful, but I loved that we were able to ultimately choose who we wanted and Nancy helped facilitate that connection if necessary. For example, I decided to use chairs from another company instead of the chairs at Ainsworth and Nancy helped me price out the best deal! She was very organized and made sure to ask all of the right questions to get even the little details decided and to make sure I was happy. They also allowed me to bring in all of my personal decor-like cornhole boards and different signs and things and gave suggestions on where to put it all. She was so patient and understanding and I could not have asked for a better venue or coordinator. I received so many compliments on the venue and gardens from our guests and what a great time they had. My wedding day was perfect and that was in large part because of Nancy and the Ainsworth House. I highly recommend them for any special event and I cannot thank them enough for everything!
Reviewed on 28-08-2017

Rebecca Whitefield (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-07-2017
Ainsworth House provided a beautiful setting for our wedding this month. I absolutely love the pine tree! Along with the beauty of the venue, the staff is top notch and made us feel welcome from our first visit. Having a great resource like Krystle made the planning process a breeze!
Reviewed on 24-07-2017

Hillary Gell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2017
We truly could not be more satisfied with the service we received or the beauty of the space. From the very beginning, Kevin greeted us with enthusiasm and gave us a thorough tour of the gorgeous house and gardens. Kevin, Nancy, and Renee all responded to our emails promptly as we planned our big day. Not only is the venue competitively priced, but many items were included in the price of the venue that we otherwise would have needed to rent if we had used a different venue (tables and chairs, tablecloths and napkins, centerpiece components, etc.) Kevin provided us with a list of preferred vendors, which was very helpful to have as we researched our options, and we ended up using several of the preferred vendors. Knowing that these vendors already had a positive relationship with the venue and were familiar with the venue's layout and resources was very reassuring. Several guests came up to us during our reception to say how much they loved Ainsworth House. We would recommend the venue without hesitation to anyone planning an event.
Reviewed on 07-06-2017

Dana T (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2018
My daughter decided on Ainsworth House & Gardens for her wedding venue. I am so glad she did because it turned out beautiful! Kevin and Renee made her special day better with all their help before and during the wedding. The weather did not cooperate and they had to get married indoors and everything was absolutely beautiful! I can't thank Kevin and Renee enough for all the helpful suggestions that made such a big difference with this event! All the details that most of us never think of they already thought of and helped us to plan the best wedding possible for my daughter! I want to take the time to thank Kevin and Renee and all the other staff members that helped make this event wonderful for the bride & groom! All guests had nothing but wonderful things to say and every need was met! If your getting ready to pick your venue make an appointment with Kevin & Renee and give them the chance to show you how wonderful your event can be!
Reviewed on 23-05-2017

Megan Reid (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-03-2017
I can not say enough good things about Ainsworth House and Gardens. My husband and I were married in March and our wedding was absolutely wonderful! The staff made sure everything went so smoothly and there was no stress on our part at all. I would highly recommend Ainsworth House and Gardens for anyone looking to have a beautiful, stress-free wedding!!!
Reviewed on 06-05-2017

Erika Watkins (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-01-2017
We had a great experience with the Ainsworth House. Kevin was so kind and we really enjoyed meeting with him. We had our ceremony and reception in the main hall and everything was absolutely beautiful. Our only complaints were that the rehearsal was a bit frustrating and that the venue was being shown the day of our wedding (even though we were expressly told that we would have the entire venue all day in case anything came up). We did not have a traditional wedding ceremony at all (we created the entire ceremony and my brother performed it for us), but it was very clear that the wedding coordinator was old fashioned. She didn't listen to us as much as we would have liked and the day of the wedding came with a snag or two because of that. That being said, I would highly recommend this venue. Everything was really beautiful and the staff did a wonderful job.
Reviewed on 08-02-2017

Katelyn Hilsenbeck (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2016
My husband and I got married in July 2016 at the Ainsworth House. It was the only venue we toured because we fell in love! Looking back, we're still thrilled with our choice. The entire team was very welcoming and helpful. Nancy was sweet and patient when working through all the details and provided advice when we needed it. She and her team helped the whole event run smoothly. The grounds are beautiful. The flowers were in bloom and provided a great backdrop for the ceremony and photos after. They recently redid their ceremony walkway, which made it more accessible for our guests. My groom really enjoyed having the private room to get ready (and the air conditioning). The bride's room was great as well and only having to go down a few steps and straight to the aisle was very convenient. They were able to provide linens to match our color scheme and also have other table decor and items such as shepherd hooks and easels for use. Our wedding was perfect we received so many compliments on our venue and are still getting compliments months later. Thanks to the Ainsworth team!
Reviewed on 23-11-2016

Iris Daly (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2016
The venue itself is gorgeous and well maintained. Kevin is wonderful. The preferred vendors and ability to use anyone licensed off the list is great. The venue has character and the price is good for what you get. The first half of our wedding went great. The last half, the coordinator was invisible and made it hard to get everything we had planned, done (bouquet toss, garter toss, etc). Our photographers basically took over as the coordinator because the on-site ones were MIA. Granted, I am sure they were doing something, but all of our guests kept coming out to us when we were just taking photos making people think it was over. There was a lot of dead time when there shouldn't have been so the lull really screwed our time and we had a short time frame to be there being we had a brunch/morning wedding. We didn't get to hear most of our music from our awesome DJ we had because we were outside most of the time surrounded by guests.
Reviewed on 13-10-2016

Drew Desilet (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-09-2016
Ainsworth was worth every dollar we paid, and more! The staff was amazing, they helped make our event run smoothly and without need for guidance on the day of our wedding. We so appreciated their help in planning a ceremony that worked well in their space, it's obvious the staff have done this a time or two, but they didn't make us feel like we were just another couple! The grounds are beautiful, the photography setting is stunning, the reception hall is so customizable, and the staff bends over backwards to make your experience one of a kind. Thanks Ainsworth!!!
Reviewed on 28-09-2016

Anne Krzysztalowicz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-09-2016
Written from wife - our login shows my husband's name!Hands down, The Ainsworth House and Gardens is where any couple looking to get married in the Portland area should hold their wedding. My husband and I looked at only one other venue before touring this magical place. We knew immediately we did not need to look any further. And we didn't.The grounds are impressive! Lush gardens lined with gravel paths and a large variety of flowers, trellises, garden benches and twinkling lights. Need I say more? But I will! Being married under the massive and historical Ponderosa Pine on the grounds was something very special. You don't find that anywhere else. It was so amazing.Their staff is great! Our coordinator Krystle was so efficient and guided us in the planning process, so helpful! The owner, Kevin, who gave us our tour was fantastic as well. Everyone we corresponded with there throughout our wedding planning was so helpful and friendly.The bridal suite was fantastic. It was nice to have a home base at the venue to get dressed, leave my bridal party's belongings and have a private place to touch up make-up throughout the night. The grooms' suite is equally fabulous.As the bride, I was busy throughout the night, but every now and then I watched guests wandering through the garden paths and looking so happy:)We were impressed from day one and our guests were as well.People write reviews if they were \"happy\" but we weren't just happy, we were over the top impressed with The Ainsworth!Thanks for making our wedding so special! You guys have something special there for sure!Signed - Anne (Bride)...Somehow I made this account under my husband's name :)
Reviewed on 17-09-2016

Jessica Updike (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-08-2016
Kevin and Angie did an amazing job with everything!!
Reviewed on 31-08-2016

BETH GREENBERGER (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-07-2016
We just had our wedding at this beautiful venue. Only thing that really would have been better is if we could have had the grounds for a few more hours. Staff is wonderful and price is reasonable. You don't have to use their suggested venders and no corkage fees! They even let us use the grounds for our engagement photos! The grounds are so beautiful and everyone was very impressed. We'll keep it in mind for future events.
Reviewed on 06-08-2016

Erin Ainsworth (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-03-2016
We were so incredibly pleased with this venue!!! It was gorgeous and exactly what I envisioned for a medium sized evening garden wedding. The grounds are well groomed and there are infinite places for intimate and fun photos. I wanted a venue with character (no overly formal ballroom wedding for us). My husband and I didn't even see any other venues, we met Kevin (the owner and manager) and immediately liked him and LOVED the site. Krystal was our coordinator and she was amazing! Calm, collected, professional and yet personable, and someone who was there when you needed her and around, but never invasive. She kept us organized with time on the day and we are SO grateful to her! If you are looking for a lovely historic estate with beautiful gardens and well managed, this is the site for you! We also used their top catering vendor, Catering by Laurie, and we were so incredibly pleased with her as well! Seriously, so happy with the day and the site! Highly, highly recommended! Thank you!
Reviewed on 06-04-2016

Melissa Gierach (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-03-2016
The Ainsworth House was amazing and I am so happy that I chose it for my venue. Everything is so beautiful and I can hardly wait to see the pictures from the day. Nancy was so organized and made me feel calm about the events and had great recommendations along the way. I would highly recommend having your wedding or event here!
Reviewed on 14-03-2016

Nicole Knudsen (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-10-2015
Awesome location, it was so pretty and they provided so much. Also on the day off my personal planner (which was included) was so helpful!
Reviewed on 04-11-2015

Nicholas Ritchie (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2015
If I could give Kevin and Nancy at Ainsworth House 10 stars, I would. They worked tirelessly to help my reception vision turn into a reality. Nancy responded quickly, making planning with her easy. She helped me maximize the space of the venue in order to enjoy all parts of the garden. She offered invaluable advice about selecting vendors. The reason my wedding was successful was because of the Ainsworth team. Without their planning and genuine interest in my event, it would have flopped! I would recommend them to anyone with a small guest list (the only downside is they accommodate up to 125 guests). The grounds themselves are gorgeous! Perfect for a garden chic wedding.
Reviewed on 16-10-2015

a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband and I were married at the Ainsworth House in June of 2016, and positively could not have been happier with Kevin and Nancy and the venue. They were thoughtful, supportive, and really helped make our day the wedding we were hoping for. They are affordable, upfront, and so positive about all those details that are not always easy. I did not have to worry about a thing the day of, and our friends and family spoke so highly of the site, and both Nancy and Kevin. They are amazing, the beautiful venue is an amazing value, and they work with some amazing preferred vendors (we went in the medium price range on their list.) Overall, an amazing experience, thank you Ainsworth House!!!
Reviewed on 07-10-2015

a member (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband and I were married at this venue in July and had the wedding day of our dreams. Kevin and Nancy answered every question we had and helped us through every step of planning and organization. Our friends and family were amazed at the beautiful venue and still rave about our wedding. Thanks for making our special day unforgettable.
Reviewed on 22-08-2015

Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating

Our experience at the Ainsworth House & Gardens was extremely positive. Nancy and Kevin were excellent at explaining everything we needed to do to make our special day run smoothly. Nancy helped us every step of the way. She was unbelievably helpful in the planning process and invaluable during the actual wedding day, taking care of our every need. Kevin officiated our ceremony. He was very professional, charismatic and kind. He discussed every part of the ceremony together with us and let us know everything we needed to do. Both Kevin and Nancy were more than accommodating during the entire process. The venue is absolutely stunning, a picturesque garden and house that is both very charming and classy. I’d highly recommend the Ainsworth house for your wedding experience. \rThe Henderson\r
Reviewed on 10-08-2015

HolleBurbach (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2015
We had looked into several Venues for our wedding and reception, wanting to do both at one location. Two things grasped me...The history of the big House on the property, and the beautifully kept grounds of the 2 acres of Gardens. The photographer had a wonderful time and was able to utilize everything, making our Wedding Pictures turn out Fabulous. The Kevin is a very kind man, and Nancy and Krystal focused on what our needs were, helping us put together and wonderful memory for everyone at our event.
Reviewed on 24-07-2015

X X (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-04-2010
Our wedding at Ainsworth took place a little over a week ago. The beauty and serenity of the house and gardens coupled with the wonderful working relationships with Nancy (coordinator) and Kevin (owner/officiant) contributed to the memorable day with family and friends. \rThroughout the planning process, Nancy provided a good framework for us, and she scheduled meetings during my visits to Oregon as I was living outside of the state. She also coordinated well with vendors both local to Oregon City and some from Portland. Kevin's loving care of the house and gardens as well as his insights into the spiritual nature of marriage drew us to ask him to minister as our officiant.\rMany of our guests told us how much they appreciated how beautiful and intimate our wedding was, and how much they loved this venue. We highly recommend the Ainsworth House and Gardens to those seeking a wedding venue in Oregon City/the Portland area.
Reviewed on 23-06-2015

Laura (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2014
First, the location is lovely! I was surprised and a little concerned to find it in the center of a nice neighborhood, but once we stepped on the property, it all melted away. Unless you were looking, you didn't notice the houses in the background. They did a great job secluding the venue. We had our reception under the 300+ year old tree in the lawn area and the reception indoors. Second, working with Nancy and Renee was so easy and they helped take away the stress of planning a wedding. We had fewer than 50 people attend, but the venue can hold far more. Both ladies answered all my questions leading up to the big day and were excellent at maintaining our schedule by checking in, shuffling people here and there, and assisting in any way necessary. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change anything. Thank you so much for making my special day so special!
Reviewed on 31-12-2014

Andrea Mintonye (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2014
I can't say enough good things about the Ainsworth House. Everyone there is incredibly friendly and helpful. The site is beautiful and everything I had imagined for my wedding day.\r\rNancy, was the best! She was great to work with and spectacular at keeping things on pace the day of the wedding. She was very helpful leading up to the wedding, always available by e-mail and quick to respond when I had a question.\r\rIf you're looking for a spectacular outdoor venue, this is the place!
Reviewed on 01-11-2014

Anonymous (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-10-2014
From the moment we met with Kevin who gave us a tour and booked the Ainsworth House, our interactions with every member on staff was nothing less than top notch. There was not one detail or expectation that was not met with professionalism and sincere care and interest for our daughters wedding. They made us feel that we were the only clients they had. We cannot say enough accolades and thanks to Nancy, our coordinator at the Ainsworth House. She is an angel who catered to our daughters every need. They were a major part of giving our daughter her dream wedding. (mother of the bride)
Reviewed on 18-10-2014

Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2014
We looked at a few places before finding Ainsworth. As soon as we meet Rev Kevin we knew this was the place to spend our most important day at. Not only that but the venue was actually lowest cost and they worked with us on payments. Nancy was an awesome coordinator and a life savor. The grounds are beautiful and the decorations were perfect. Plus you get good references for dj, and photographer and cake. In some instances a discount just got doing it at Ainsworth. We already planned to celebrate our 25 and 50th anniversary there.
Reviewed on 25-09-2014

Joy Nolan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2014
This place is a great value and really goes the extra mile. Kevin the owner and Nancy the coordinator were so helpful through the whole process.
Reviewed on 23-09-2014

Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-08-2014
We were married last week at the Ainsworth House and Gardens. The estate was wonderful. We had about 105 people in attendance. Nancy was amazing as our wedding event manager and kept the entire wedding on track without being too pushy. The garden setting was wonderful for the ceremony and cocktails after. The dinner and dancing inside was perfect. I couldn't be happier with the venue and their staff. The only issue that came up was that we were going to have a lot of younger children in attendance and that doesn't work well at the estate for several reasons. First is that the event center can only hold 115 people total, and also concern for the gardens and flowers. So, we changed the wedding to an adult only event with a picnic the next day for the entire familes and kids.
Reviewed on 29-08-2014

Makenzie Haugen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2014
The House and Gardens are beautiful, it provided the perfect backdrop for our special day. The gardens provided enough space for guests to spread out and explore. The different types of landscaping provided such a wonderful backdrop for photos. The swings, arches, and statutes made for some fun photos as well.\r\rNancy was another reason we chose this venue. She was professional and managed to keep everything under control. It rained the entire morning of our wedding right up until we arrived at the venue. Nancy did such a great job of arranging the inside (as a backup) and getting the outside ready. In the end the clouds broke and the sun shined and it perfect. She managed all of our vendors and helped with the wedding party. She kept everything moving smoothly. She made it so stress free! \r\rKevin did our ceremony and he was also amazing. He has a great sense of humor and instantly makes everything calm. \r\rAll in all, it was the perfect day and I can't imagine any place more perfect for a wedding.
Reviewed on 15-08-2014

Kim Shimamoto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-06-2014
The Ainsworth House and Gardens is the most amazing venue. The grounds are so well kept, we really didn't need to add anything. The flowers in bloom at our wedding were just gorgeous!! Nancy, Kevin, and Renee are great and easy to work with. Our wedding went extremely smoothly and everyone had a blast! Kevin was also our officiant. Our ceremony was fabulous and everyone enjoyed it.\r\rI highly recommend the Ainsworth House and Gardens. Kevin is a great officiant too!
Reviewed on 01-07-2014

Emily Kelly (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-05-2014
The Ainsworth House and Gardens was amazing throughout the entire process. Nancy and Kevin were spectacular to work with! They were both very professional and accessible while still being easy going and flexible. The Venue itself was incredibly beautiful! We could not have asked for a better experience.
Reviewed on 20-06-2014

alyssa montminy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-03-2014
We had our wedding at the Ainsworth House in March 2014, and the staff was fabulous to work with! We live in Florida, so our wedding was mostly planned via phone calls and emails, and Nancy was easy to work with - she responded right away and had great ideas! We had some offbeat suggestions for ways to use the space and to decorate, and she found a way to make everything happen. Everything was seamless the day of, and all of our guests felt comfortable! We had a very laid back ceremony and reception, and there was a lot of space for our group to spread out - guests played cornhole on the lawn, hung out on the patio and explored the conservatory space. The venue looks amazing in pictures - couldn't have asked for a better space!
Reviewed on 14-04-2014

Tia Cotter (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2013
My husband and I got married at the Ainsworth House and Gardens on October 5th 2013. From the moment we walked onto the grounds of Ainsworth House and Gardens we felt at home. The setting at the Ainsworth House was BREATH TAKING! Everywhere you looked you could see the care, love, and attention that this beautiful venue receives from the proprietor Kevin and all the wonderful staff. We first met with Kevin during our tour; he spent well over an hour with us showing us around, answering all our questions, and making us feel at ease. Both my husband and I knew almost immediately that this was the place we wanted to get married. Everything that the Ainsworth House and Garden are told us during our tour they followed through with we got exactly what we expected if not much more! The Ainsworth House and Gardens has a wonderful outline that they use to make sure that all the important details of a wedding day are not forgotten. Everybody that we worked with at the Ainsworth House and Gardens were friendly, kind, and seemed genuinely interested in helping us with what can be an overwhelming process. Nancy, the coordinator at Ainsworth House, was prompt in responding to questions or concerns that we might have. We choose to get married under the giant pine tree that is on their property at sunset and had Kevin preform the ceremony. I have had multiple guests tell me that it was “the most beautiful wedding they had ever attended”. I would highly recommend the Ainsworth House and Gardens to anybody.
Reviewed on 20-10-2013

Aisha Kudura (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2013
We loved having our wedding at Ainsworth. They were so wonderful to work with and genuinely cared about us having a good experience. The ceremony location (under the big tree) was beautiful and we received many comments about how beautiful the venue was. Thank you Ainsworth!!
Reviewed on 07-10-2013

Theresa Thomasson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
The grounds were awesome, the interior venue was beautiful, Nancy was a wonderful coordinator, I loved everything!
Reviewed on 29-09-2013

Sarah Lohrmann (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2013
Ainsworth house is an amazing location for a wedding. Kevin really took the time to make us feel welcome and see the beauty in the house and gardens. Nancy was very organized and was great at keeping everything on track. Overall wonderful experience, i recommend anyone who is looking for a venu to check them out.Thank you so much for making my wedding day so special!
Reviewed on 24-09-2013

JYY (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-11-2008
My partner and I decided to marry in the fall of 2008. We had initially chosen a less expensive vendor but never stopped thinking about Ainsworth! I had met with Kevin and his assistant and felt at home, the grounds and the house were spectacular! We chose to marry inside as it was November and chose a package deal which if memory served included: the rental of the entire estate, including chairs, tables, table cloths, some decorations, food for the reception, & Kevin's services. If I have left anything out I apologize. \rIt was a beautiful service presided by our chose of minister (a close family friend.) However, Kevin not only attended our nuptials but also made sure everything ran smoothly. He worked closely with the staff to make sure the food was ready and even encouraged a wedding toast, which was forgotten at the last minute. Kevin went to work filling wine glasses and getting our guests attention. He mingled with all our family and friends and remembering to check in with us for anything we might have overlooked or needed.\rAinsworth House & Gardens itself is gorgeous and well maintained everyone commented on our choice of venue. The house was large & spacious plenty of room for our large wedding party to get dressed and later to take fantastic photos. Our wedding day was unusually warm and we took advantage of the outside. In a word lovely! Green lawn, beautiful flowers and plenty of room for guests to roam. \rPeople always say one of the most important events in their lives are getting married and I could not agree more. We chose wisely. We had a wonderful wedding & reception, it was perfect. My only regret is not taking Kevin's advice and hiring a professional photographer. I would have loved to taken even more photos of our perfect day. \rI honestly can't express in words how wonderful we were treated at Ainsworth House & Gardens, it was affordable AND beautiful and I highly recommend it to anyone thinking of tying the knot.
Reviewed on 08-09-2013

LEANTHEA MCLARNEY (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2013
My husband and I were married at Ainsworth House on May 19, 2013 and we could not be happier or express our gratitude more for everything and everyone at Ainsworth House. The venue is stunning with the historic house, the huge tree, the grounds and the reception hall; we fell in love with this venue when we first saw it. The staff went above and beyond our expectations to make our wedding day, fun and stress free. We had hoped to be married beneath the huge tree but the sky was threatening. The staff at Ainsworth house let us wait until the last moment, about thirty minutes before the ceremony to decide whether or not we would have an outdoor wedding, everyone was hoping the weather would cooperate. The blue sky came through about 40 minutes before the start of the ceremony and we were able to get married under the tree as we had wanted. I can not thank them enough.
Reviewed on 04-09-2013

tifnbrad623 (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2013
Me and my husband got married at Ainsworth House and Gardens on 6.23.13. It started off as a typical rainy Oregon day and they had to move our ceremony inside. I had my heart set on outside by the huge tree. It cleared up about 10 mins before our ceremony time and they were able to move it outside for us!It is a beautiful venue and reasonably priced. Kevin was a great officiant for us. Nancy and the rest of their staff were all great too! Perfect day :)
Reviewed on 04-09-2013

donnadrucker (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2013
I would highly recommend the Ainsworth House & Gardens! We were in the process of relocating from another state when our son and fiance decided to get married during their yearly visit to Portland(they live in Taiwan) giving me 6 day/night options and 4 months to put it all together. \r\rWith my time limited to early am Skype calls to Taiwan, internet searches, emails, lunch hour phone conversations and only having 1 opportunity to visit, I needed to find a venue with a coordinator who could accommodate my schedule, whom I could trust and feel comfortable with and could work within my budget. \r\rAfter contacting several other venues, I found it in Nancy and her staff at the Ainsworth House & Gardens!! Not only was the website up to-date (it's really beautiful), the venue options / pricing reasonable, but her attention to detail was amazing. She immediately provided me with a list of all their contractors (who were available) and once I selected, followed up with them for me. Upon my site visit, she had everything in place along with some great ideas I hadn't considered and I was really pleased with all my choices. \r\rIn meeting for the rehearsal, Nancy had her hands full as it was more of a family reunion, but did a great job in keeping us on schedule and was flexible with last minute changes. \r\rAs with any event, there were some unexpected issues, but these were quickly resolved by Nancy allowing my Husband and I to relax and have a good time. The wedding was beautiful and we received many compliments from our guests. \r\rAgain, I would highly recommend the Ainsworth House & Gardens along with their preferred contractors: 2 Chicks and a Rooster Catering, River Rock Wedding (Photographer), Bridgecity Music, JR Video and Best Western Rivershore Hotel(Holly).\r\r
Reviewed on 03-09-2013

Mindy Stearns (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-07-2013
I just got married here on July 28th, 2013, and I couldn't possibly be happier! The venue is gorgeous and has on-site ceremony and reception facilities (which are ADA compliant and was important to me as mom needs a mobility scooter). The old house is beautiful on the inside and out and has dedicated space in it for the groom and bride to prepare that is not only functional but beautiful in photographs. They have their own list of \"preferred vendors\" but there is no punishment or extra cost for choosing a vendor not on their list. However their list of preferred vendors is fantastic and the people I choose were amazing, high quality, and affordable so please check them out even if you don't get married here! Nancy and Kevin are an absolute delight and are incredibly helpful! Kevin did an amazing job with our ceremony trying to help us create an interfaith ceremony. My guests are still raving about the wonderful, funny, professional, and beautiful job he did as our officiant. Nancy was there to help with every step of the way and did it with grace and professionalism. She helped me plan, was easy to contact for advice or assistance, and had honest reviews of vendors that I really appreciated. Oh and she did it all with a smile... how she does this after encountering multiple stressed brides is a mystery but she maintains a pleasant, calm, and professional demeanor that made an otherwise stressful planning event feel like it was nothing we couldn't handle together. I didn't have a single problem with this venue in either the planning or day of services. Actually they exceeded my expectations and I am truly impressed with the staff and location. After getting married here, I can't imagine going anywhere else for a wedding because the venue is gorgeous and most importantly the staff care about YOU and work hard to make sure your wedding is exactly what you hope it will be and more!
Reviewed on 13-08-2013

C&DMarshall (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-06-2013
We had our daughter’s wedding at the Ainsworth House & Gardens on June 29, 2013. It was an outdoor wedding on a beautiful sunny day and we could not be more pleased with how well everything turned out. \r\rAlong with this being an absolutely lovely setting for an outdoor wedding with the beautiful old house (built in the 1850’s) and the surrounding flowering gardens, grounds and facilities, Nancy and Kevin are the absolute best. Nancy helped us all along the way with all the planning and organization details and was on top of everything on the big day. She did an excellent job keeping everything on schedule and kept us all on track too, when needed. Kevin was so much fun and performed a wonderful ceremony. The quality of the various preferred vendors they recommended for the food, flowers, cake, photography, music, etc were all quality professionals that they regularly use and were excellent. This saved us a ton of time and greatly reduced our risk exposure to potentially problematic people dropping the ball and causing wedding day disasters (but you can use your own people or do it all yourself if you want). \r\rThe day was a busy one but the ceremony and all associated reception activities went off smoothly without a hitch. The wedding was beautiful, everyone had a great time and we all walked away with some wonderful memories captured on film and video that we’ll cherish forever. Thank you so much Nancy and Kevin. You are the best!!
Reviewed on 12-08-2013

Genna Maxson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

I got married July 27,2013 at the Ainsworth house, and couldn't be happier that we chose this venue. Nancy is amazing, she made everything so easy and kept entire event going smoothly. We hired their staff Renee and Lorrie to do our serving and set up/tear down. So glad we did that, they were WONDERFUL. Everyone loved the way they set the food up and raved how professional the entire staff was. I can not say enough about this venue or the staff. ABSOLUTLY AMAZING!!!!
Reviewed on 29-07-2013

Keeley Lee (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-05-2013
The employees at this venue were super accommodating. Nancy was my wedding coordinator and she was fantastic. She had great ideas for my wedding colors and theme. She also understood and respected our wants and needs as far as our budget went. Nancy was always very quick it reply with questions I had too. It was a great experience to work with this venue.
Reviewed on 15-06-2013

Laura Devenport (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2013
We had our March 2, 2013 wedding at Ainsworth House & Gardens and I cannot say enough good things about both the venue itself and Nancy, the event manager. Nancy walked us through the entire process, ensuring that nothing was forgotten. The venue and reception space turned out beautifully and I cannot wait to see the photos that were taken on the grounds. Our ceremony and reception were held indoors, but I know an outdoor wedding at this venue would be amazing as well!
Reviewed on 12-03-2013

Kass Harris (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-01-2013
We had a New Years Day wedding and reception at Ainsworth House and it was a fantastic experience! Kevin and Nancy met with us several times prior to the wedding and saw to it that all the details were well organized in advance, then took care to see to it that everything flowed on the actual day. We didn’t have to worry about anything! Everything was set up, moved around, and taken down/cleaned up behind the scenes with no involvement from us at all. Additionally, we were given a list of trusted vendors who all work together on a regular basis and who did so seamlessly! \r\rThe ceremony itself was officiated by Kevin, who did a phenomenal job of giving us options and helping us to blend our different religious backgrounds into a remarkably integrated and spiritual experience, one which we were both very happy with. Moreover, he did an excellent job of guiding me through the parts of the ceremony where I had to actually say something in front of a bunch of people, not an insignificant issue for me. We had many comments about what an inclusive and humorous officiant we had!\r\rWith regard to the surroundings, the house and gardens are gorgeous, summer or winter, and the reception area was beautifully decorated. Our guests told us that it was one of the most beautiful and fun weddings they had ever been to! Highly recommend this venue!\r
Reviewed on 20-01-2013

Julie Jeanmard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-11-2012
I ended up not having my wedding here, but would have loved to. The grounds and buildings are beautiful. If I had an outside wedding this would have been a great place to have it! The staff I interacted with were lovely.
Reviewed on 25-11-2012

Dana Steward (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-11-2012
Our wedding day was perfect! I highly recommend Ainsworth House & Gardens without any reservations whatsoever. Kevin Yell, who co-owns and runs AH&G is simply a delight. Kevin also officiated our ceremony. He made it special, personal and light-hearted. I had many compliments at the reception and since then on what a great job he did. Nancy, the coordinator did a great job making sure that everything was set up exactly the way I had pictured it and she was always there to answer any questions I had along the way. We purchased a package that included the use of the venue as well as a caterer, dj and photographer from a preferred list of vendors they use. I can not say enough about every single one of them. They were all fantastic! If you choose AH&G as your venue of choice (or even if you don't) you should definitely use: Catering by Laurie as your food vendor, Aaronstadt Photography for your pictures, and Kris Krmpotich as your dj/mc. On top of all that, you also have the use of their linens, centerpieces, candles, beads, etc. The grounds are beautiful...especially during the summer and very early fall. Everyone that I worked with that was a part of AH&G (or that I met through AH&G) was amazing and they are the reason our day was perfect and planning was, I am sure, much easier then it would have been had I chosen a different venue. Thank you Kevin, Nancy, Laurie, Kris, Stephen and Patrice, for helping make my dream wedding come true.
Reviewed on 07-11-2012

Kimberly White (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2012
One of the best choices my husband and I made during our wedding planning (if not the best choice) was to book Ainsworth as our venue. Having the ceremony under their enormous Ponderosa Pine was magical. Every guest could not believe how beautiful the ceremony was. Kevin Yell the owner officiated our secular ceremony and everyone should use him. He personalizes it, is responsive to your individual needs and is overall wonderful. The wedding coordinator there made the day-of completely non-stressful for me and put together all my many requests and executed my vision perfectly. The indoor venue can also turn into a lively dancing scene.
Reviewed on 05-11-2012

Christina Shantz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-08-2012
My husband and I knew the moment we walked onto the grounds of the Ainsworth House and Gardens that this would be the perfect place. We wanted an outdoor wedding but it was important that there was a rain option. At Ainsworth the wedding can be moved inside, even at the last minute! The grounds are wonderfully kept and in the summer it's so pretty!\rNancy, Renee, and Kevin are all wonderful. They are more than capable of planning everything but leave lots of room for what you want! They have great suggestions and ideas and are good at picking up on your style. Nancy was there on the wedding day and really handled everything so well - I was never stressed or worried. From the arrival of the photographer to the sparkler send off - it all was super smooth.\rOne note, when we first arrived to the Ainsworth House we were so skeptical. Ainsworth House is located right in the middle of a neighborhood. Don't let that throw you - once you get onto the grounds you'll forget there is anything around you!\rHighly recommended!
Reviewed on 05-10-2012

Kimberly Campagna (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-08-2012
Our wedding at Ainsworth was simply amazing! Nancy was a big help in making sure everything looked it's best. Everyone kept commenting on how wonderful the place looked!
Reviewed on 09-09-2012

Natasha McDougal (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-07-2012
Like the title says overall we had a very positive experience with Ainsworth House. Our main problem was working with their new events coordinator; she can be very underhanded and rude, plus she was not very knowledgeable about what Ainsworth House has and offers. We found that very frustrating. She also may try to force your event into a format that she feels is \"right\" at least it felt that way to me and my party. Plus communication was an issue with her. \rOn a happier note, the staff overall was extremely accommodating with all of our requests, very friendly, and they went out of our way to make sure things were right (except perhaps the event coordinator). Plus everything was absolutely beautiful!!! And we didn't have to do any set up or take down, which is wonderful. Overall the experience was positive and I would recommend them to a friend.
Reviewed on 07-09-2012

Shaun Lakisha Robinson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-08-2012
The Venue is beautiful and very welcoming. There is a lot of space. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 28-08-2012

Kayla Strong (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-07-2012
This venue has excellent landscape - perfect for photography. The convenience of having the ceremony and reception in one place is worth every penny.
Reviewed on 31-07-2012

Amber Hager (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-09-2011
Ainsworth House and Gardens was the absolutely perfect venue for our wedding. We wanted a place that would be flexible with vendor options, reasonably priced, as well as beautiful, have indoor and outside space, and a little bit of character. Amazingly we found all of this and more at AHG. From the moment we took a tour of the site until the moment we drove away on our wedding night, we were nothing but happy. We got married under the huge tree (one of the reasons for choosing AHG) and had our reception in the Conservatory. With the newly renovated space, our guests of 120ish fit perfectly. The dance floor and bar on the dance floor kept the night rocking and the new outside patio space was a great escape for those who wanted to take a break from the dancing. During our first dance as husband and wife I told my new husband we needed to do this again in 25 years and he said how about 15?\" I will find any excuse to host another party there again! Thank you for an amazing wedding.
Reviewed on 03-12-2011

a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

I couldn't have asked for a better place to have my wedding. The grounds and reception site were gorgeous, and the staff was wonderful to work with. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 14-10-2011

Alana V (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-08-2011
Good
Reviewed on 29-09-2011

hailey pyles (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2011
I would say this place is the best for your money. We knew it was where we wanted to get married right away. Flowers are everywhere, the dinner hall feels so open and magical.\rThe owner Kevin Yell is very insight full and was the Officiant of our wedding. We had so many compliments on our service! He was fantastic.\rI almost gave Ainsworth 4 out of 5 stars because they have a \"wedding planner\" that you have to use throughout the process of picking the colors, explaining the pricing, and what they have on site for us to use. She was very bad at returning emails and missed a couple of minor things for the actual day of. \rI would say oh well it's a \"free\" service but obviously her \"service\" is built into the rate of the place. However, the assistant she had help us on the day of the wedding was great. We had no idea/never told we were going to have a \"planner\" stay through the entire event and help move things along smoothly.\rOverall I definitely recommend getting married here and if you do and you need an Officiant I would definitely ask the owner Kevin Yell to be it.
Reviewed on 09-09-2011

Erin Monroe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-07-2011
Wow- exceptional and perfection. Ainsworth house could not have done a better job. The grounds were beautiful, and our wedding coordinator from Liberty events was amazing.
Reviewed on 26-08-2011

Danielle Hermesman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2010
I loved the feel of the Ainsworth House because of the vintage surrounding. The house was built in the 1800's and has a romantic vibe. It's intimate, retro, Victorian, vintage, and beautiful all in one.
Reviewed on 02-11-2010

Kristan Jeannis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2010
I can't tell you how wonderful Kevin and the Ainsworth House staff were. We had a beautiful wedding. The brides room was big enough for three bridesmaids, two photographers, myself and all our stuff. The grooms area had three groomsmen, two ushers, the groom and all their stuff. Very comfortable area to get ready for our big day. We had to get a tent due to the weather-which held off and we ended up not needing the tent-and the staff was wonderful at corrdinating the whole thing last minute. I highly recommend the Ainsworh House. It is a lesser known spot in Oregon City-everyone knows about the Abernathy Center-but I am glad we went with them.
Reviewed on 27-10-2010

Karina Dalton (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2010
We loved working with all the staff at Ainsworth House. They were able to offer us an amazing package deal and we were so glad that we ended up planning our wedding this way. The wedding ceremony outside below the old tree was beautiful and the reception in the conservatory was classy and unique. The owner is also a Reverand and did a fantastic job officiating our wedding. The only disadvantage to this beautiful house and gardens that is perfect for pictures was that there is noise ordinance because it's in a neighborhood, so music had to be cut by 10pm. This is a great place for an afternoon or early evening wedding if the price is right and you are looking to get a package deal. Talk to them about Oct-May pricing!!!
Reviewed on 01-09-2010

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Meet the Ainsworth House & Gardens Team

Christie & John Shyne Ainsworth House & Gardens Owner

Christie & John Shyne (Owner)

We recently stepped into ownership of an 18+ year wedding venue business and are so excited to share the beauty of AHG with our couples! We have been able to take Christie's experience in weddings and sales and John’s background in finance and parlay it into an exciting business venture. We have a fabulous team of seasoned professionals who love what they do. You wedding is sure to be as memorable as it is meaningful!

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