We chose The Lesner Inn for our wedding this past July and I could not be happier that we did. The venue is gorgeous, and you cannot beat the amazing view. The food was absolutely fantastic, the staff was top notch, and our guests were blown away! When planning our wedding here, we initially decided to not have a “Day of Coordinator” as our wedding party only consisted of myself, my now husband, and my daughter. I thought with having a small wedding party that I could do this on my own. Thank goodness I changed my mind because hiring Britne was the best thing we could have done! She was absolutely amazing! Britne was super responsive, provided great suggestions, and helped me talk through everything when I started to become completely overwhelmed with planning. As it got closer to our big day, she responded to all of my panic emails quickly and put me at ease. She went above and beyond with everything. For example, a few weeks before our wedding, she was outside on the Sunset deck playing the songs for our ceremony and figuring out how long it would take for my entrance to make sure the music faded at the perfect time. No matter what I asked, big or small (like if she would help me get into my dress), she was there to help with a smile on her face. She is the reason our wedding was perfect. Following our reception, my husband and I looked at each other and both said that there is no way we could have done this without her. So, thank you to Britne and the amazing Lesner Inn staff for making our special day amazing! Reviewed on 01-01-2024
Justyce Melendez(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Having our wedding at the Lesner Inn was the BEST decision! The venue and people were absolutely amazing. The experience from start to finish was incredible and everything I could have dreamed of. We worked with Noelle and she helped make the process easy and stress free! Thank you for making our day everything we could have ever imagined ❤️ Reviewed on 14-12-2023
Bryan Agnello(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We used The Lesner Inn for my fathers wedding. I have been to many weddings and non profit events there. Always great. But when its your own or your fathers wedding you dont know how much the staff at The Lesner Inn really helps to give you a great event and experience.. Alexis and her staff was very helpful and was great. Reviewed on 09-12-2023
Kamryn Comer(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Having our wedding at the Lesner was the absolute BEST decision that I made. The space is stunning and I always enjoyed every time I was there. I could go on an on about how amazing everything was but let me point out what absolutely MADE our time with them incredibly special. 1. The people. We worked with Britne and she was kind, friendly, always prompt with responding to my every question, and willing to go above and beyond to make sure we got what we needed. We live in Tampa, FL but are from VB so she was more than accommodating working around our travel schedules. The night of the wedding Britne was on top of everything, always in the mix to help with anything, and made me feel totally at ease. 2. Food/Alcohol. As someone who never dipped their feet into the wedding world before my own wedding, I had no idea what to expect. Having a venue that handles the food and alcohol is a MAJOR plus. Not only is a plus that they do it, but they do it WELL. They have sooo many fabulous options to choose from- from the hors d'oeuvres, to the dinner, to even late night snacks (I HIGHLY recommend adding some of their late-night snack to your menu. We did the chicken tenders and pretzel bites which were an absolute hit!). Anything that you choose will be delicious, by far the best wedding food I've ever had. The catering staff was also amazing. Everyone I ran into on my wedding night was friendly and helpful. The bartenders were top-notch too, we had friends go out of their way to tell us how great they were! 3. Location. We knew we wanted a venue that could host the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception at the same place. Each part of the night had its own space in the venue (if you do rent the entire space that is) and each area felt special and welcoming. There was not an inch of the venue I wasn't obsessed with. I always wanted to have everything inside because I did not want to let the weather dictate my day so I was a litttttle nervous about having the ceremony on the deck. To my dismay, it did in fact rain on my wedding day, BUT that actually turned the deck into the most romantic, gorgeous, intimate space to have the ceremony. So I can attest, even if you're wanting the beautiful sunset overlooking the water, the rain can add a special touch that will make your ceremony unforgettable (all of our guests were swooning over how stunning it was). The venue really speaks for itself. You see pictures, you can even go in and even see other people's wedding set up in there, but when you walk in and see your vision that you've been working on for months and months in the space, there's no better feeling. And it will come together working with the Lesner! You could honestly have no decorations and the space would be beautiful. 4. Rental items. We added the drapes and lighting behind our band and on the ceiling and it was....breathtaking. I highly recommend adding those two things especially if you want a band!! They have so many fun extras to choose from which made it so much easier to go through them and not have to find another vendor. 5. They KNOW what they're doing. There were times I didn't even know what I was doing and was praying it would come together, and it did. But it wasn't by luck, it was because of how hard the staff works, how well they know their stuff, and how beautiful the venue itself is. My wedding at the Lesner was a DREAM. Perfect in every way, you will be blown away working with them. Thanks again for everything 🤍 Reviewed on 06-11-2023
Sara Collins(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I had an absolutely amazing experience getting married at the Lesner Inn in September! Alexis was very detail oriented and everything went so smoothly. I had multiple guests/bridal party members surprised with how well everything went! The food & beverage options, as well as decor were exactly what we were looking for. We also used many of the preferred vendors recommended through the Lesner Inn and had great experiences with them all. I would highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 28-10-2023
Rebecca Harris(other)5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I had our wedding at the Lesner Inn May 2023. We had a wonderful experience from the pre-planning meetings up until the last moments of our wedding day. Alexis and Britne were such a pleasure to work with. We truly felt like they cared about making our experience and wedding day everything we imagined and more! If you are considering hiring the day of coordination through Lesner Inn, do it! They made the whole process that much easier, and I knew our outside vendors were in good hands coordinating setting up on wedding day. Our guests have not stopped raving about how well planned and organized the evening was and the great food and drinks! We would recommend Lesner Inn and staff for ANY event! Reviewed on 21-08-2023
Alley Moore(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Our experience at this wedding venue was truly exceptional, and we cannot express enough how much we loved every aspect of our special day. The staff at the venue, especially Noelle, were an absolute pleasure to work with. Noelle's professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. Her expertise and experience in wedding coordination were evident from the start, and she went above and beyond to ensure that our vision for the wedding was brought to life. No request was too big or too small for her, and she handled each step of the planning process with utmost care and dedication.Throughout the planning phase, Noelle was always available to answer any questions we had. Her responsiveness was impressive, and it gave us a sense of reassurance knowing that we could rely on her guidance and support. She took the time to understand our preferences, and her valuable suggestions and creative ideas truly enhanced the overall experience. What stood out most about Noelle was her ability to handle any wedding drama that arose with grace and tact. Weddings can be emotionally charged events, and it's not uncommon for minor hiccups to occur. However, Noelle navigated through any challenges seamlessly, putting us at ease and ensuring that everything ran smoothly.The catering staff , bartending staff, and the food were also exceptional. Overall, we are incredibly grateful to the venue and its staff for making our wedding day an unforgettable experience. The combination of the beautiful venue, the top-notch staff, and Noelle's outstanding coordination made it a day we will cherish forever. If you're looking for a wedding venue that goes above and beyond to ensure your special day is everything you dreamed of and more, we wholeheartedly recommend this venue. Thank you for creating memories that will last a lifetime! Reviewed on 31-07-2023
Jane Shaddeau(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-02-2023 Emily and Alexis were so easy to work with, and everything went seamlessly on the wedding day. They are the absolute dolls to plan the wedding with, and the venue is gorgeous. Our guests were in awe of how lovely it was! Perfect place to hold your wedding, whether intimate or more extensive. The food was delicious, and the venue was very affordable. Everyone had a fantastic time! Reviewed on 02-03-2023
Kimberly Chapman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-12-2022 We were married on December 3rd and I can only describe the entire night as purely magical! Emily H was wonderful and very accommodating! We used the entire venue and it was just beautiful! The staff was fantastic, and our guests could not stop raving about the food! Our DJ was running late and one of the staff at the Lesner literally ran home for a speaker just in case our DJ didn't make it on time. THAT IS FANTASTIC SERVICE! Reviewed on 21-12-2022
Randi Klavan(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-11-2022 In early November my daughter's wedding too place at Lesner Inn. My daughter and I worked with Alexis Hionis and her staff for a year planning the wedding of my daughter's dream. Boy did Alexis and her team deliver!Alexis's warmth, professionalism, welcoming demeanor, and expert ideas made the planning process a pleasure. She always answered our questions honestly, and gave suggestions in a positive way. She was practical, reliable, and respectful in working within our budget.The weekend of the wedding was perfect. The ceremony and the reception too place at the venue. Her team worked diligently to make sure that all details we planned were carried out. The food was delicious. We had almost 200 guests in attendance, and every plate came out hot and flavorful.We have received so many compliments on the venue, Lesner Inn. Our guests couldn't say enough positive things about how much fun they had and how accommodating Lesner was.I highly recommend Lesner Inn for a wedding venue. You won't be disappointed in Alexis Hionis and her staff! Reviewed on 30-11-2022
LaRita Washington(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-11-2022 Kudos to Emily for making my wedding day go extremely smooth. The venue was set very nice, food was SO GOOD, your staff work very well with all my vendors. Thank you sooo sooo much! Amen Reviewed on 22-11-2022
Abigail Mayer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2022 Absolutely loved this venue, everything about it really helped to make our special day perfect! Emily helped us from our initial meeting to the big day! She was great and really went out of her way to meet with us when it worked for us. Could not have planned our wedding without her! The appetizers were truly to die for! They recently renovated, adding some great touches to their already amazing space. They also have so many options to really customize what you want for your wedding! Highly recommend! Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Ashley N(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-10-2022 We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding venue. It was gorgeous and had just undergone renovations before our big day which looked amazing. Emily was fabulous and helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. She was a rockstar for the day-of coordination and took over communication with vendors the week beforehand which was fabulous. We could not have asked for a more smooth wedding day and the food was absolutely delicious. We would highly recommend the Lesner Inn for any events both for the food and for the venue. Reviewed on 03-11-2022
Robin Packard(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-09-2022 The rehearsal dinner and welcome party that The Lesner created for us was absolutely magical! Every detail, from the floor plan to the menu to the choice of linens was pure perfection! The meal was outstanding--best crab cakes ever! And the chef worked with us to add special touches and details--the vegan meals, created for a few guests, were scrumptious! Alexis was so easy to work with and helped us create the most beautiful kick-off to a splendid wedding weekend! Not to mention--most of the planning happened over the phone or on Zoom meetings, as I live four hours away from the venue! Reviewed on 28-10-2022
Robin Kelsey(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2022 The team at the Lesner Inn is the ABSOLUTE BEST. We had our October wedding at the Lesner Inn, and could not be more pleased with the whole planning process and the wedding itself. This venue is SPECTACULAR. From the planning phase, Alexis and Noelle were incredibly detailed, easy to work with, and comforting throughout the stresses of planning a wedding. They made it so easy for me as the bride, and left no detail untouched prior to the wedding. Then, on wedding night, everything went perfectly, and the day-of coordination was wonderful. The food was spectacular, the flow of the event was smooth, the views were amazing, the drinks were delicious, the details were beyond what we ever could’ve imagined, the staff was attentive and caring, and the list goes on…….I will always always always recommend the Lesner Inn to any couple. 100%. Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Kathleen Young(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-09-2022 Ok, there are not enough words and time to express how grateful I am to the team at Lesner Inn and Emily H.!! My husband was deployed for all 10 months of wedding planning, he came home 2 weeks beforehand (after multiple extensions and a lot of gray hairs), and to top it off Hurricane Ian decided to make an appearance the actual day of our reception! Emily and the team at Lesner made sure the day was nothing but PERFECT for us!! Emily felt like my wedding coordinator, she was so detailed, professional, easy to communicate with, positive, and so sweet! It was truly a pleasure to work with her throughout the planning process. She made sure no stone was left unturned and it was seriously the best night of our lives! Despite the hurricane and insane weather, everyone showed up on time, Lesner never lost power, and we are still getting rave reviews today about the wonderful staff and bartenders! Our guests honestly forgot there was a hurricane outside! We utilized the entire venue (upstairs & downstairs) and it was so dreamy and welcoming! Everything was set-up exactly as we had planned and they turned our dream into a reality. My only complaint was that we could've stayed and partied all night there!! Thank you, Lesner Inn!! HIGHLY recommend! <3 Reviewed on 06-10-2022
alison carey(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-09-2022 I cannot rave enough about our wedding at the Lesner Inn on 9/10/22. As soon as we toured the venue we knew it was the perfect location for the wedding- the views are stunning and the building is clean and beautiful. We planned our wedding out of state so the all-inclusive style of this venue made that very easy. We worked with Emily and Alexis who were our day of coordinators & they were a dream team. After meeting with them we felt at ease, and they were always very communicative. They took my vision for the day and brought it to life, they kept my planning on track, and they made sure my husband and I were taken care of all night. I never went without food or a drink in my hand. Many of our guests raved about the food, especially the hors' doeuvres. The welcome cocktail was the perfect touch. Emily made the cleanup and entire process so seamless for us. She is WONDERFUL. I wish we could relive the day over and over, and will always recommend the Lesner Inn to any of our friends & family. Reviewed on 20-09-2022
Brenna Locke(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-07-2022 We cannot recommend The Lesner Inn and its staff ENOUGH! We started planning our wedding February 2020 and had to push our wedding date twice. We worked closely with Alexis through the whole planning process. She was always quick to respond, very knowledgable and answered every question we had. The Lesner Inn made every step of planning as easy as possible. We also used their wedding coordinating services and were paired up with Emily. I couldn't have asked for a better gal to be along my side for my big day! She ensured the rehearsal went smoothly and that every detail we wanted to see on our big day was in place. Even though it rained for our whole ceremony, it was still the most beautiful venue and we wouldn't have changed it for the world. The food was AMAZING and every single staff member made us and our guests feel like we were all best friends. The staff on our wedding day (every single one of them) seriously went ABOVE AND BEYOND their duties and we can't thank them enough. I wish we could re-live this day over and over and over again! This is the place to get married if you are looking for waterfront and high quality services! Reviewed on 13-09-2022
Jessica Nolte(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-06-2022 We knew we wanted to get married at the Lesner Inn before we were even engaged. It was the first — and only — venue we toured because it had everything we wanted and more. Wedding planning was so easy with the Lesner Inn staff and the day of the wedding was everything we ever could have dreamed of! I HIGHLY recommend the day of coordination services. The day goes by so quickly and Emily kept us on track to make sure we didn’t miss anything we wanted to do for the day. She knew what we needed and where we needed to be before we even asked! The views are stunning and the inside is gorgeous. Guests could not stop raving about the tuna appetizers and a month later friends are still talking about how good the bartenders were. One of our guests was very cautious because of COVID and I heard rave reviews about all the lengths staff went to in order to make her feel comfortable and safe while attending our wedding. The day of coordination is 1,000% worth the price and more. Reviewed on 19-07-2022
Brittany Treble(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-05-2022 BOOK LESNER INN!!! My husband and I got married there 5/6/22 and we truly cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue and their exceptional team! The venue itself is stunning and has the flexibility to match any vibe or budget and accommodate any weather forecast. We were under a tornado warning the night of our wedding and it was still absolute perfection! We worked with Alexis and Emily, who I will forever refer to as the DREAM TEAM! I was immediately put at ease after our first planning meeting with Alexis. She's an absolute wedding genius and gave tons of insightful input on the details, both big and small, not only turning my vision into reality but making it exceed my expectations by far and stay within our budget. Emily brought her A game as the day of coordinator and made sure the whole event was executed perfectly. We had the most beautiful and memorable wedding and cannot thank the Lesner Inn team enough! Reviewed on 20-06-2022
Skye Denny(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-05-2022 I am so glad we booked with Lesner Inn for our wedding. We had the room downstairs and it fit our party of 55 perfectly. The venue is naturally beautiful with the wall of windows to see the water. It speaks for itself. Also, Alexis and Emily assisted in making the day happen and both were prompt in answering any questions and giving advice. It was one of the best days of my life and I walked out of there thinking I wouldn’t have changed anything. Thank you Lesner Inn crew for being that best! Reviewed on 17-05-2022
Maria Soliven(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-04-2022 Lesner Inn isn't just a stunning venue; their expert team members were the brains behind an experience that our guests have yet to stop talking about. They went above and beyond to make sure that our party of 240 were accommodated and treated like VIP. Alexis and Emily were quick to answer all of our questions from the beginning of our planning stages, all the way up to our big day. Not only did they communicate well, but they always communicated with an energy and excitement that was contagious and certainly helped to alleviate the stress or anxiety around planning a wedding.When I say that Alexis knows how to host a memorable party, I mean it! Her suggestions and ideas, be it the small details or immediate solutions, helped to create an event that far exceeded both of our families’ expectations. As if the panoramic views of the Lynnhaven Inlet were not beautiful enough, Lesner Inn recently renovated their interior, and it looks fabulous. You will hardly need the extra decor in a place that looks like this on its own.Last but not least, the food was delicious! I was lucky enough to have had time to eat (almost) my entire plate that the staff kindly prepared for me and my husband. If you’re still looking for a Hampton Roads venue on the water with an exceptional team, look no further. Alexis, Emily, and Lesner Inn team, we had a blast! We cannot thank you enough! Reviewed on 27-04-2022
Carly McGlaughlin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-04-2022 My husband and I just got married at the Lesner Inn (April 2022) and we could not recommend it enough! From the moment we walked in and toured, we knew this was the venue for us. The location and view is STUNNING and the ladies that work there are very sweet, welcoming, and tremendously helpful! Noelle is so fabulous and made my life so much easier when it came time to plan our wedding- she took care of all the details and made our wedding vision come to life! The venue has all you need- ceremony space, cocktail hour space, and reception space. Food and beverages are made there so there's no worry in finding a catering company. They provide the tables, chairs, and linens. The Lesner Inn really is one big package deal and we couldn't recommend them enough for your next event! Reviewed on 26-04-2022
Evan McMillin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-03-2022 My husband and I highly recommend the Lesner Inn as a ceremony and wedding venue! One of the things that first drew us to this location was how inclusive (chairs, linens, food and beverage, and even coordination), affordable, and well connected it was. When we saw the view and met with the staff, we were sold.Now that we've had the wedding, we could not be more pleased. Noelle, our coordinator, was so great to work with and went above and beyond to make things easier on us. The atmosphere of the ceremony and wedding couldn't have been better either, and several of our guests told us that it was one of the most beautiful views they had ever seen for a wedding ceremony! Definitely recommend this spot for any wedding--it was perfect an intimate event like ours! Reviewed on 29-03-2022
Shores Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-07-2021 BEAUTIFUL FRIDAY NIGHT in July and located right on the water so all of my guests were thrilled with the experience! I was so grateful for the beautiful view, venue & weather! Also I'm a #COVIDBride who planned during a pandemic which is hectic. The only reason the stress was manageable was because of my killer vendor team, including my coordinator & venue manager at The Lesner Inn. I booked my wedding venue before the pandemic and once we shut down, they were there to help every step of the way. Answered all my calls and emails with a reassuring tone that really helped with my anxiety. I had a great experience not only leading up to the big day, but also on my wedding day. I ended up hiring their day of coordination services and it was so nice to have the Lesner team make sure the vendors were doing exactly what they were contracted for, and that I stayed on schedule with my timeline (making sure that things that were most important to me were prioritized). If I could do it all over again, I would choose Lesner a million times. Thank you for not only providing such an incredible location, but also for everything you did to help with planning the event & making the dream day come to life for me. I highly recommend Lesner Inn for your wedding venue!! Reviewed on 29-12-2021
Channette Romero(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2021 We booked Lesner Inn for our out of state wedding and are sooooooo glad we did. They worked with our schedule, were fast and clear communicators, patient with our questions, and above all, professional and helpful. Book Lesner Inn! You'll get a venue with an amazing view, great food, and staff that go above and beyond. We couldn't be happier with Lindsey and the entire staff who worked with us. They helped us to make our dream wedding a reality. Stop reading reviews and just book Lesner Inn! Reviewed on 27-10-2021
Jacqui Braer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2021 It turned out beautifully! Our day of coordinator made sure everything ran smoothly and everyone had a great time! Reviewed on 22-09-2021
Arielle Logwood(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2021 First I want to say thank you!! Noelle was a lifesaver. From the minute we met I knew she was there to help make our wedding day perfect. We didn’t live in the state any longer while we were wedding planning and she put my mind as ease. My parents adopt everyone and she is know considered family. Now on to the venue it’s self amazing!!! All our guest were telling us how beautiful it was! The food on point the location in point. I will never ever forget this day not only got to marry my best friend but the Lesner Inn is now part of our family. I highly recommend them. Reviewed on 20-09-2021
lydia Leporte(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-08-2021 Everything about the venue from the people to the site to the set up was wonderful for my very small (13 person) wedding.The staff was very responsive and was well-set-up. Thank you for a wonderful day. Reviewed on 07-09-2021
Georgia Fields(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-07-2021 Thank you so much for making our wedding day so amazing and the best day of our lives! It really was like a dream come true, and everything - from the spectacular views to the tasty food to the helpful staff - was perfect. Nothing was ever too much to ask for, and questions were always answered super fast. Lesner Inn was the first venue that we viewed, and we left with such excitement knowing that it was the venue that we wanted to get married at; It really did exceed all expectations of how the venue looked on the day, and how the day came together. We couldn’t have asked for a better day, or a better venue. Our wedding day and experience was truly a ray of sunshine in a gloomy pandemic year. Thank you to Alexis and her team for the most perfect day. Reviewed on 06-09-2021
Vivian Thorne(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-08-2021 I really appreciated the support Alexis and The Lesner Inn team provided us throughout the process. We had to move our wedding date due to the pandemic and the whole experience was seamless. Guests raved about the views and food. Thank you all for helping us realize our wedding dreams. Reviewed on 06-09-2021
Pam Snelgrove(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-05-2021 The Lesner Inn Porch turned out to be an ideal venue for our son’s rehearsal dinner. We could keep the windows wide open and everyone enjoyed the lovely view, especially my granddaughters who were entertained by waving at the boats going by. We planned this long distance so we were not able to come by for a tasting, but the food did not disappoint! Everything was wonderful. And all of the people we worked with were very nice and very easy to communicate with. Thanks so much to Alexis and the rest of the staff who made it a very relaxing evening even for the mother of the groom! Reviewed on 05-05-2021
Lori Haymond(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-04-2021 The Lesner Inn did a TREMENDOUS job for our wedding on 4/17/21. Noelle and her team were so professional and always available and flexible for the changes that we need. You can't find a more beautiful venue. We would book again in a heartbeat. Thank you Noelle, for making our day so beautiful !! Reviewed on 26-04-2021
Haley Covington(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-03-2021 Amazing wedding venue!!! So grateful for all they did to help make my dream wedding come to life, even during a pandemic. They were so great at communicating Governor Northam's updates (including but not exclusive to mass gathering regulations & COVID restrictions), which we greatly appreciated... especially since they changed so often. From March 2020 shut down, to May Phase 1 (10 people gatherings) to June Phase 2 (50 people) to July-August Phase 3 (250 people mass gatherings) ... I thought we were in the clear for our fall wedding. But then in August Governor Northam pushed the phases back to Phase 2 (50 person gatherings) ... then back to Phase 3 from end of September through mid November... then come November, he announced we would do a 25-person mass gathering (FROM 250!). And from December-March he announced a 10-person mass gathering limit. SO, needless to say, it's been a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and The Lesner Inn was always there to help keep us calm. At any given point, I could give them a call and they'd always make me feel better, providing back up plans to a dozen hypothetical situations. So to the Lesner Inn team, THANK YOU for all of your support and for helping make my dream wedding happen. It may not have been the day I imagined it to be, but my micro-wedding was better than I could have ever dreamed of. You went above and beyond your job description & we're forever grateful. Reviewed on 20-04-2021
Jennifer Phillips(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-03-2021 Our reception was absolutely perfect!! The Lesner Inn team was amazing to work with, especially during the changing COVID guidelines. They went above and beyond and gave us more than we asked for! They helped make our dream reception come to life! Every meeting with Lesner Inn was easy, fun, and led to the most beautiful and relaxing day! Reviewed on 18-04-2021
Ivy Garcia(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-04-2021 We had fun and had the best day on our special day! We actually cancelled our bigger wedding celebration at Lesner Inn due to pandemic and guest limit. But, we are so happy that they still accommodated us to have a wedding photoshoot. They set it up like it’s our actual wedding day and I was able to wear my wedding dress. We were still able to capture beautiful memories that we’ll remember forever. I am sure in the future, when the pandemic is over, we will choose Lesner Inn again for our other life celebrations! Reviewed on 13-04-2021
Anna Pankow(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-11-2020 Our wedding at the Lesner Inn could not have gone any better. From the complimentary “Mr. & Mrs.” Moscow mule mugs to apple cider mimosas for our fall wedding, they absolutely filled our dreams. The coordinators were exceptional, confident, communicative and organized. The food and apps we selected for our wedding were delicious and did not disappoint. We were able to enjoy the entire wedding venue on a 75 degree day in November, the wind was gently blowing and the setting sun gave us incredible photos with views of the Lynnhaven inlet, and a night we will never forget. I would highly recommend Lesner Inn for your special day. Reviewed on 03-12-2020
Katie Spagnolo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-10-2020 We had an amazing experience at the Lesner Inn for our wedding celebration! We chose to do brunch and they offered great options for the buffet. They even provided extra staff with masks on to serve us and keep things safer. The setting is beautiful and right on the water. Alexis was a huge help with the decor and was very accommodating when we had to push back our celebration due to the pandemic. Thank you Lesner!! Reviewed on 03-11-2020
Meanie Roman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-10-2020 Great venue with a beautiful setting! Our wedding on the Waterside deck was perfect with a beautiful view, good food, and great staff. Kimberly was great to work with, always responsive and made wedding planning easy. Would definitely recommend this venue. Reviewed on 15-10-2020
Jenn M(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-10-2020 Our October 2020 wedding at the Lesner Inn was wonderful! If you are looking for a beautiful wedding venue in Virginia Beach and a stress-free planning experience, look no further than the Lesner Inn! Working with Alexis, Lindsey, and the whole team at the Lesner Inn made planning for our wedding day so easy, even during COVID, every phone call and email were always responded to so promptly and professionally. From our very first meeting at the Lesner Inn, the staff were kind, caring, and passionate about making our wedding day special. Thanks to the hard work of the Lesner Inn staff, our wedding truly was incredible, and we can’t think of anything that we would change if we did it all over again. Not only did we have perfect weather, which allowed for us and our guests to take advantage of great sunset views and pictures on the deck all evening (the dolphins jumping out of the water during our ceremony were just a bonus), but guests frequently came up to me throughout the evening to comment about the beautiful venue (outside and inside), the helpfulness of the staff, the great food, and the overall experience! Our wedding at the Lesner Inn was the best day and I cannot imagine having it anywhere else or planning it with anyone else. Alexis, Lindsey, and the Lesner Inn staff- working with you was a pleasure and we are grateful to you for making our wedding day everything we hoped it would be. Thank you for everything! Reviewed on 12-10-2020
Michelle Eastlake(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-09-2020 Being a COVID bride is hard, but The Lesner Inn made it so much easier. We had to reschedule 10 days before our original date in March. We were able to move to September with very little hassle or stress. Lindsey was so easy to work with, not only for her professionalism, but also her ability to make you feel like your wedding is her top priority. Almost all of our decorations were supplied by The Lesner. I would highly recommend taking that route. It makes the day so much less stressful for the families and everything was beautiful! The food was great, the day of staff was so professional and fun for our guests. The whole day was an amazing experience. Reviewed on 22-09-2020
Alexandra Moore(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2020 Lesner Inn was the perfect venue for our wedding-ceremony and reception! Everything was perfect from the food to the safety during the COVID pandemic. The process of planning was nothing short of stressful but Lindsey, Noelle, and Alexis we so helpful and calming during that whole period. They were also VERY accommodating to my families small requests with food or drinks. The day of was perfect! We even had dolphins in the water but that was just a nice perk! The food was amazing, we can’t say that enough!! The servers, bartenders, and the rest of the staff were so nice and helpful! This is the place you want to get married or just have a party! You won’t be disappointed! Reviewed on 22-09-2020
Alyssa Skerrett(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-09-2020 We had such an amazing wedding at the Lesner this past weekend. With all of the hurdles we had to go through with COVID protocols, Alexis, Kim, and Lindsey went above and beyond to make our day feel normal- and it was PERFECT! They were so attentive to detail and helpful with things I had not thought of during the planning process. They took care of every detail and we had nothing to worry about on the day of Our wedding except showing up. I even had some last minute changes to decor that they were able to help with. The food was amazing and the view is seriously one you can’t beat. The sunset deck isCovered, so some rain is not a total game changer- but it also gives the guests a nice break from the reception hall (which is inside), which made our guests comfortable with spacing out during these times. Luckily our weather was perfect and the photos are literally amazing- there is no better view in Virginia Beach. I would highly recommend the Lesner for a wedding !! Reviewed on 15-09-2020
Kaitlyn O'Neill(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-08-2020 If you are looking for a wedding venue stop right here and book The Lesner Inn!! Our entire planning experience and wedding was absolutely perfect. I cannot think of a single thing I would change. Thanks to Kim and Alexis, our wedding day was the absolute PERFECT day. We were married on August 29th, 2020, in the middle of a pandemic, and a hurricane on the way. Kim and Alexis kept us calm, cool, and collected throughout the entire process. On our wedding day they kept our drinks full, the venue clean and our guests happy! Kim even helped me with my veil extremely last minute (like I was headed down the aisle!) which is something I'll never forget!! As a COVID bride I didn't know what to expect for my wedding day, but I seriously could not have selected a better venue with a better staff. They are all so kind, caring, compassionate, etc. We could really tell that this is their passion and they truly strive to make your wedding day flawless. Not to mention, the views are gorgeous and the sunset is just the cherry on top!! All of our guests have been raving about the venue, the food, the hospitality, and the night all together! It was the best experience ever and I am so so so thankful!!! Reviewed on 08-09-2020
Erin Mcconnell(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-07-2020 The Lesner Inn is not only beautiful, but the staff are all so amazing and help planning go much smoother. Their event managers were so easy to work with and made sure we had even the smallest details checked off. Kim was incredible and so fun to have as part of our process! I'm so glad we chose to celebrate our big day at the Lesner! Reviewed on 30-08-2020
David Lewis(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-08-2020 What can I say, the Lesner Inn is amazing! Alexis and Kim worked tirelessly to provide my daughter with a wedding experience that supassed our expectations in this difficult time. The food was delicious and plentiful, the staff attentive and the ambiance was perfect. I have told everyone I know that is looking for a wedding venue the Lesner should be their first and last stop.... Reviewed on 24-08-2020
Nicole Bobbitt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-06-2020 I had my wedding on the Waterside Deck at the Lesner Inn and it was beautiful! It was very tough planning a wedding during the Covid-19 pandemic but the Lesner Inn was willing to work with me by following protocols but still making sure my day was a perfect as possible. I highly recommend this venue! My only personal note for people looking to have their wedding on the deck, is that it is considered an indoor/ outdoor deck, so there is no AC. I recommend planning your wedding when it is not in the hottest part of summer if you want the deck! I am so glad I had my wedding here! Reviewed on 17-08-2020
Kaitlyn Ferguson(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-08-2020 My boyfriend and I had our baby shower at the Lesner Inn on the Waterfront Deck and it was absolutely beautiful!! Kimberly was awesome and really went above and beyond to make sure that I was happy and my day was as easy as possible. I feel so much more comfortable when she stepped in to help with my balloons (I was going to have a meltdown and yes it was that serious). Food was great, view and ambience was literally dreamy. So happy I had my baby shower here. Ask for Kimberly for your event. Really appreciate her. Reviewed on 17-08-2020
Joan Cook(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-07-2020 Perfect! Just Perfect. Lindsay was so helpful putting our small wedding reception together on such short notice. The Lesner Inn is the perfect place for any event. Reviewed on 17-07-2020
Kay Reid(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-06-2020 We had a wonderful time! Beautiful setting! Working with Alexis was absolutely the best experience especially since we were doing this long distance from Texas and with the added stress of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our wedding was originally scheduled for mid April but ended up late June. A little warm for the Waterside Deck but still absolutely wonderful! Thank you Alexis and all the staff of Lesner Inn. Reviewed on 30-06-2020
Brooke Perry(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-11-2019 Wow! I honestly don’t think I can put into words how amazing my wedding at the Lesner Inn was! From the view to the amazing staff, I couldn’t ask for a better wedding venue! Alexis, Liz, and Lindsey were fantastic and extremely helpful in every step of the wedding planning process! Reviewed on 13-11-2019
Vivian Henderson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-09-2019 I booked my wedding venue with Lesner Inn based off recommendations from friends and family in the area. I live in Boston, but grew up on the water and was hoping for a destination wedding. Virginia Beach has proven to be the perfect spot for that! I rented the whole venue, and hired Lesner Inn for my wedding venue and catering. I also hired their in-house Coordination services - which was worth it - especially because I planned my wedding from afar. Of all the tours I went on, they were the nicest and most responsive. I met with Alexis who responded to all my emails and millions of questions within the same day, and then spent an hour with me touring the venue and creating quotes. I was so excited to host my wedding here! I highly recommend it not only for the view (RIGHT ON THE WATER!) but also for the amazing customer service! And to top it all off my guests raved about the delicious food that they served! Reviewed on 22-10-2019
Benjamin Fonseca(guest)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-10-2020 Attended a wedding and it was absolutely stunning! The view was just breathtaking and don’t get me started on how delicious the food was! The staff was phenomenal and just extremely helpful and kind throughout the night. I can’t wait to attend another wedding here just so I can eat the food again! Reviewed on 16-10-2019
Donna Basnight(guest)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-09-2019 I attended a wedding at The Lesner Inn in Sept 2019, and really loved this venue. The views are beautiful, the food was wonderful and the staff is very professional and helpful. I will be attending a wedding here in the Spring of 2020 and cannot wait to return to The Lesner Inn. Reviewed on 16-10-2019
Alexandra Mitchell(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2019 Amazing wedding venue! The management team in their office is amazing and they’ve done nothing but make me feel confident in the fact that I chose Lesner Inn for my dream day! I hired them for coordination as well, which has taken a lot of pressure off my shoulders in the weeks leading up to my big day. THANK YOU Lesner! I highly recommend the Lesner to any newly engaged couples! Reviewed on 14-10-2019
Kellie Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
We celebrated out wedding reception at the Lesner Inn the first weekend of October and everything about the venue is wonderful. All our guest raved about how beautiful it is and I had to do very little decorating because the place itself is gorgeous. We paid a little extra for wedding day coordination and I will stand by that it was definitely worth it. I didn't have to worry about anything when it came to the reception besides making sure anything I wanted decor wise was there for them to set up. The ladies that run the place are very sweet and extremely well versed when it comes to weddings. Nothing but great things to say about Lesner Inn. Reviewed on 09-10-2019
Mariel Hamm(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-07-2019 I am more than pleased with our experience working with the staff at the Lesner Inn. Elizabeth helped us plan our special day and Kim helped coordinate, the day of. They were both absolutely incredible and made the whole process so simple and stress free! I would definitely recommend this venue. Reviewed on 21-08-2019
Caitlin Silver(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-06-2019 The Lesner Inn was a dream come true for my wedding day. Working with Elizabeth was such an easy, fun process. She and the other staff were extremely helpful the day of; I didn’t feel clueless or off track at all on my wedding day (which apparently is a problem for other brides). The price was fair for what we did (go to an open house and you might get some free extras). Of course the view was immaculate, made for beautiful photos. Food was VERY good. Overall, everything was perfect thanks to Liz and the Lesner Inn. Reviewed on 17-06-2019
Larissa Mckenzie(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-05-2019 Very easy to deal with, helped and guided us along the whole process and answered any and all questions 100% to our satisfaction. Reviewed on 23-05-2019
Nikki Bruner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2018 From the moment we walked onto the sunset deck upstairs, we knew that we wanted the Lesner Inn to be our wedding venue. It was the first big venue we had visited, but we didn't need to see any more after we saw the view of the Lynnhaven River from the deck. Having our ceremony on the Sunset Deck gave us the opportunity to have an outdoor ceremony at sunset with the protection of a covered deck (and a built-in back-up plan to have the ceremony inside in case of terrible weather). Lindsey was great throughout the planning process-- she promptly answered my (constant) questions. The all-inclusive package with linens, tables, chairs, and use of the Lesner Inn's decor was totally worth it as we didn't have to contract with extra outside vendors or bring much of our own decor in. Our wedding day on 10/19/2018 couldn't have been more perfect. Everything ran smoothly, and all of our guests are still talking about the view of the sunset and how delicious the food was. We couldn't have asked for a better venue. Reviewed on 03-02-2019
Devon Stancil(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-04-2018 Lesner Inn is a PERFECT wedding spot! The staff is helpful and knowledgeable. The weather for our day was also perfect! Everything ran as smooth as silk! Highly recommend! Reviewed on 13-12-2018
Michelle Bousquet(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-11-2018 We can’t say enough about how much we loved our wedding at the Lesner Inn. Alexis, Liz, and Lindsey were incredibly helpful from the start and kept everything organized for us. We had countless guests comment on the beautiful and well-run ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. We used the Lesner Inn’s Day of Coordination services, which took off SO much stress the weeks leading up to and the day of our wedding. It was the best day of our lives and that’s largely due to the awesome staff at the Lesner Inn. We highly recommend the Lesner Inn to anyone planning a wedding. Reviewed on 12-12-2018
Lyndsey Thornton(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-11-2018 We love love loved working with the Lesner Inn! Every aspect from start to finish was excellent. Their entire team is very communicative and so helpful. The venue is BEYOND BEAUTIFUL and our guests are still telling us that our evening ceremony on the Sunset Deck was one of their favorite wedding ceremonies they've been to. The sun was setting right as our ceremony began. It was beautiful. Cocktail hour was on the sunset deck as well and dinner was in the reception room upstairs. The food was delicious, everything was on time and the day with Lesner was completely seamless. We decided on the Lesner Inn as our wedding venue after attending their January open house. This was a well managed event that allowed us to envision our own wedding there. Cayleen sat down with us that day and ran through pricing and options. We were booked by the following week. My husband and I are so grateful to the entire staff and loved having our wedding day there at the Lesner Inn. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 30-11-2018
Mary Ellen Lee(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-11-2018 We worked with multiple people from the Lesner Inn and every person was incredible to work with. From me emailing multiple times to change the seating and the linens, to them dealing with my mother asking every question in the book, they handled everything amazingly. You meet with them 90 days out just to go over what you think you want, how many people you are having and the linens that you would like, all the major things, then at the two week meeting you finalize everything. I did not have a wedding planner so they pretty much took that over and told me about things that I did not even think about. It is perfect to have everything right at the venue too, we had food, drinks, tables and chairs, linens and things to decorate our tables rented from them. I would 100% recommend this venue to any bride to be! Reviewed on 27-11-2018
Samantha H(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-11-2018 The lesner inn was an amazing venue to work with. I was unfortunately unable to have my wedding due to Hurricane Florence and they were able to help with rescheduling and were so professional. The venue is beautiful and they provide all things needed for a wedding. It gives you peace of mind. Our friends are all planning to get married at the Lesner Inn because they simply are the best in the area and are so accommodating. Booking at the Lesner Inn was the best decision for the wedding day, i couldn't have planned a better wedding anywhere else. Reviewed on 18-11-2018
Lauren Carson(bride)2 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-09-2018 This venue is beautiful and provided us with the feel of the beach with out the problems of wedding on the beach. Food was great location was great service was mediocre. I felt like it was difficult to get straight answers and was difficult to navigate what the venue expected and wanted being a DIY bride. If you are going to let the venue do everything this place might be for you if you are just looking for the basics I'd go someplace else. Very poor miscommunication led to me owing a bit of money at the end of the evening. Price point is decent for what you get. Beautiful venue but I felt like just another bride among a sea of many Reviewed on 18-11-2018
Kerry D(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-10-2018 From start to finish, our experience with the Lesner Inn was outstanding. From the very first email requesting a tour with the venue, Alexis was prompt and professional. Scheduling appointments and bouncing ideas back in forth was done with ease throughout the planning process. We chose to add day-of coordination services to our package which was one of the best decisions we could've made! Liz was ontop of everything ahead of the big day and so much fun to work with. On our wedding day, she kept everything on schedule - She was extremely professional and prompt, but never made us feel like the day was rushed. We are so thankful that we were able to host our wedding with Lesner Inn. Our guests loved the views and the food. Everything came together beautifully for a day we will never forget! Choosing Lesner Inn was the easiest and best decision we made throughout our entire planning process. Reviewed on 22-10-2018
Kathy Johnson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-10-2018 We had a wonderful time at Lesner for our Oct. 5, 2018 wedding. We had been in the planning process for a year or so leading up to the wedding, and actually switched to Lesner from our original venue and I couldn't have been happier with that decision. It's such a beautiful location on the water. We had about 45 guests in the Waterside Deck, and had both our ceremony and reception on site. This was a celebration of our one year anniversary since we were legally married the year before.We decided to use the venue's day of coordination service, and I would highly recommend couples utilizing this resource! Cayleen and Alexis were great to work with. They were friendly and highly-responsive. Alexis reached out to all our vendors in the two weeks leading up to the wedding to confirm locations, times, etc. This took a lot of stress off my shoulders in the final week before the event. Our guests enjoyed the food and setting. The only advice I would give to future couples is not to book the Waterside Deck in summer. There are ceiling fans and the windows open, but no AC. The day of our wedding it was in the high 70's and partly cloudy, and the room was still a little stuffy. This is definitely a better space for late fall, winter, or early spring weddings. Reviewed on 12-10-2018
Brook Mathie(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-09-2018 This place was amazing! I am so glad we chose this venue to have our wedding at. We went with the Sunset Deck on the upper level. The place is gorgeous, we barely needed any of our own decorations. Our day of planner, Cayleen, made everything run so smoothly and made the wedding so much less stressful for us. She set everything up so perfectly. We couldn't have asked for a better planner or venue. All of our guests loved the venue and had such a great time. I would highly recommend (and not just for weddings but any type of event)! Reviewed on 01-10-2018
Kristie McCawley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-08-2018 We just had our wedding on 8/18/18 and we could not have been happier! We had rain so didn’t get those amazing sunset pictures but it was still a great event, Alexis answered all our questions very quickly and we had so many options to choose from to really make it our own! We are so happy we chose Lesner Inn and couldn’t imagine a better spot! If you want an outdoor feel but no mess of sand the Waterside Deck is the place to be! Our guests are still telling us how great of a time they had! Thank you all so much! Reviewed on 04-09-2018
Elisabeth Winkler(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-07-2018 We loved having our wedding at the Lesner Inn! It's truly a beautiful spot, and the staff was very professional and easy to work with. The food was delicious too! Reviewed on 23-07-2018
Kristen Lemke(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-07-2018 Loved having our wedding at Lesner Inn. They were very helpful and accommodating. I have not stopped hearing about how beautiful our wedding was and how much everyone loved the venue and food! Great place for a ceremony and reception! Reviewed on 20-07-2018
Kayla Lubold(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-04-2018 The Lesner Inn was a phenomenal venue to have Kayla and I's wedding. The customer service was top notch. Cayleen helped Kayla and I through the whole process. I remember the night of the wedding I asked Cayleen several times what I could do to help and she told me I should just relax and have fun because she was covering everything. She was correct. She handled every extremely professionally.We used several of the vendors recommended by the Lesner Inn and they all performed very well. It was an excellent evening. I recommend the Lesner Inn and specifically Cayleen highly to couples looking for a gorgeous venue and an incredibly memorable evening. Thank you! Reviewed on 14-05-2018
Kayla Cole(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-03-2018 I am 150% so happy that we chose to have our wedding at the Lesner Inn. Cayleen and Alexis were so wonderful to work with and made wedding planning actually easy! Having them coordinate was also one of the best decisions we made as they called our vendors, set up and broke down everything, and made sure our day went smoothly. We were even ahead of schedule the whole wedding night!!! They listened to exactly what we wanted, made great suggestions, and truly made it the wedding of our dreams. The food was absolutely amazing and we received compliments the entire night about how awesome the venue and the water views were. Thank you to everyone at the Lesner Inn for being so personable and going above and beyond to make it our best day ever. We could not say thank you enough!!! Reviewed on 04-04-2018
Ashley Branum(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-03-2018 Working with Lindsey and the Lesner Inn was great! I planned the majority of my wedding from out of town and Lindsey could not have been more patient with my constant emails. The venue looked beautiful at the reception and my guests loved the views and the food. The crab cakes were everyone's favorite. Thank you so much to the Lesner Inn team and & Lindsey for such a beautiful wedding! Reviewed on 02-04-2018
Greg Williams(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2017 Lesner Inn helped make our special day stress-free and beyond memorable. The location/view is spectacular and staff are incredibly accommodating. Brittany, Cayleen and Elizabeth were so kind and helpful throughout the planning process. I had so many questions and they were always quick to respond with an answer! The day of, Brittany went out of her way to help with any issues that came up, including a wrinkle mishap on my wedding gown which she ironed out using her own steamer she rushed home to get! Food was fabulous, everything was on schedule and wait staff were on-point. Bartenders were friendly and fun while keeping the adult beverages flowing! Our day was magical because of Lesner Inn and we will forever be grateful for the perfect memories that were created there! Reviewed on 07-12-2017
Charlynn Adams(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-11-2017 From the beginning of our wedding planning process, Brittany, Lindsey, and the rest of the Lesner Inn staff were amazing. They gave us so many ideas and recommendations, and just made the whole process way less stressful. Our ceremony and reception were absolutely beautiful, despite cold and windy weather. The views are breathtaking, the staff is exceptional, the food is delicious, and we highly recommend this venue! -Charlynn and Cameron Reviewed on 25-11-2017
Nelson Bowers(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-12-2018 Really had a great experience working with the Lesner Inn group, Lindsey did a wonderful job coordinating everything and our wedding went off perfectly! Reviewed on 22-10-2017
Chelsea Woody(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-06-2017 After meeting with Brittany and taking a tour of the Lesner, we were in love. Brittany was very accommodating and placed a hold on our day while we determined if it was in our budget. After a few days, we paid our deposit and The Lesner was our official venue for our June 17th wedding. Leading up to the wedding, Brittany and her staff were very helpful and considerate with reminders about deadlines and due dates for payment. During the wedding process things can be stressful and the time flies so it was very helpful to have the reminders. Brittany gave us different options throughout the process that made our day exactly what we imagined. The day of the wedding everything ran smoothly and as planned. Brittany and her staff worked well coordinating with our outside day-of planner. The food was delicious and the catering staff was very friendly and on top of cleaning up the mess. Our friends and family raved about the wedding. Overall, we were so happy we chose The Lesner Inn for our wedding day and highly recommend it to any couple!!! Thanks so much Lesner staff!!! Reviewed on 10-07-2017
Rio Ziegler(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-07-2017 Choosing a wedding venue was probably the easiest part of wedding planning for my husband and I. We took one look at the view from the sunset deck and knew it was where we wanted our love story to begin. My wedding exceeded my wildest expectations. It was even more beautiful than I had dreamed it would be. I owe a HUGE thank you to Brittany, Alexis, and Cayleen for streamlining every detail for me. I really didn't even have to think on my wedding day and that was priceless. All of my wedding guests are still raving about the fun they had that day. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our wedding memories as perfect as they possibly could be. Love you guys!! ---Mike and Rio Herbik Reviewed on 07-07-2017
Haley Raimondi(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-05-2017 We were pleased with our choice in vendor and would definitely recommend to others. We had both ceremony and reception at Lesner. We did experience communication issues as I had 3 different points of contact throughout my planning process and often times their emails would go down and you could not communicate via email with them. The reception was also a bit too short (even with paying for the 1 hour extension). I wish the packages offered a longer reception option. Additionally, they did not announce that the bar was closing and I, the bride, went to the bar 2 minutes after it closed and they would not serve me another drink. They also could not guarantee early access to the venue (due to rain) until the day of the wedding which caused complications for the rain plans and we had to scramble last minute to ensure that the limo/wedding party/etc. all knew the change of plans on the wedding day. This could have been prevented if they could would have confirmed early access at least the day prior due to no other events being scheduled at the venue that day. Good food, professional, beautiful location. Reviewed on 11-06-2017
Kendra Ritterbeck(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-06-2017 The Lesner Inn was the 2nd venue I looked at, it appealed as it has the perks of a beach wedding (being on the water), without the worry of the sand or rain conditions. I was downstairs in the waterside deck. Everything was beautifully decorated and arranged so the day of I had no worries except getting myself ready. The venue was beautifully decorated, food was amazing and staff were very friendly and helpful. My wedding cold not have been any more amazing. Reviewed on 09-06-2017
Tanya Carter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-03-2017 From the minute I walked into the Lesner Inn, I knew that it was where I wanted to have my wedding. Choosing them was one of the best decisions that I made! The staff was nothing but helpful and easy to work with. They responded quickly to emails and made all of my planning easy. Alexis and Brittany both were amazing! They made all my visions come true and helped make my day perfect!!! I would recommend the Lesner Inn to anyone looking for an awesome venue for the most important day of their lives! Reviewed on 13-04-2017
Janet Lee(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-05-2018 We had a wedding rehearsal dinner at The Lesner Inn in February 2017 and I can't say enough great things about it. Cayleen was wonderful to work with. We are not from the area and she made it so easy to plan this event. The decor was beautiful and the food was delicious. The bartender and staff did a great job. It was a wonderful experience and a great way to start the wedding celebration. I highly recommend Lesner Inn. Reviewed on 07-03-2017
Amanda Castellano(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-12-2016 Our site coordinator Alexis was amazing! She was so helpful during the planning process and always responded quickly to my emails, even emails I was sending the night before the reception with last minute changes. Our reception was held in the Waterside Deck and Lynnhaven Room, which was the perfect amount of space for our 75-person reception. The only decorations we had were our centerpieces, the space does not need more decorations than that. The food was amazing and many of our guests said it was some of the best food they've had at a wedding. Our only complaint was that when the bar was closed, they also took away the jugs of water, even though the reception still had 30 minutes left. Other than that our experience with Lesner Inn was amazing and stress-free! Reviewed on 20-12-2016
Katie Sterling(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-11-2016 Where Can I start? From the beginning our experience with the Lesner Inn was perfect. Emails were responded to in a timely manner and responses were informative. We were advised by our Coordinator (Brittany) that there was an open house with vendors and door prizes. We went and ended up winning the Main prize which was a free room rental. We moved forward with the process of booking our date. The entire time, Brittany was MORE than helpful. She really stuck to our budget and helped us in anyway she could. We were aiming for a laid back, intimate sunday- funday brunch wedding, which is exactly what we got. We loved that we did not have to leave to take pictures because with that view of the water, there was no reason to. Everything was perfect and went smoothly. All of our guests loved the laid back vibe of the downstairs Waterside deck. It is the perfect mix of elegance and relaxation when you walk into that room. The Lesner Inn was the number one best choice we made in our wedding process. They really know what they doing and make the planning process so much easier with the different options for decor, linens, and other \"extras\" to choose from. We are SO thankful for them and their professionalism. Reviewed on 23-11-2016
Amy Cushman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-01-2018 What a magical day! Brittany and her team at the Lesner Inn worked so hard to make our wedding flawless. From start to finish we could not have asked for a more perfect day. We will for sure be coming back for other events down the road. Reviewed on 17-11-2016
Nicole Fleming(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2016 From the minute we visited the Lesner Inn, we know it would be the perfect venue for our October wedding. We wanted something that was able to be outside, but didn't rely on a \"Plan B\" option for bad weather. The Lesner's upper deck was a fantastic choice - our ceremony took place right as the sun went down and couldn't have provided a better backdrop. The food and staff were amazing, and all of our guests said it was hands down the best wedding they had attended!Working with Cayleen to coordinate everything was absolutely amazing - she was always responsive and helpful and provided great inside guidance into planning. I would recommend this venue over and over! Reviewed on 09-11-2016
Amy Pietri(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2016 We had our ceremony and reception here on a Sunday afternoon in Oct 2016 and could not have asked for a better wedding venue! The Sun Deck and Lesner Hall are beautiful and look amazing in our pictures. The food was delicious (they even had a gluten free menu for my sister with Celiac). All of the staff was professional, fun, friendly, and incredibly helpful.We were from out of town so I was looking for a venue that included packages for ease of planning. We used their new ABC Day of Coordinator service and centerpieces so we really only had to add some small personal decorations to make it our own. They were very accommodating of the details we cared about and took over the ones that we didn't. We had to do most of our planning over phone and email since we live out of state, but they did such a great job organizing everything that I had nothing to worry about on our big day except remembering to say \"I Do!\" Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Tori Hadden(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-09-2016 The moment we attended the Open House my fiance and I knew that this would be where we would have our ceremony and reception. The water view was amazing and fit our style. I loved the idea of having my ceremony and reception in the same place. I also loved that this venue is beautiful and didn't need a lot of decorations. Table linen is included along with tables, chairs, plates and cutlery. The venue also handles the catering so it's just a matter of choosing what you want. This made planning easier for me. I worked with Brittany and she was great. She answered all my questions whenever I asked. The cocktail hour and reception went smoothly without any issues. We actually had a vegan guest that I was not aware of and hadn't planned for. Brittany was able to accommodate the guest immediately. The only negatives are the venue is not solely yours for the day and there are food/beverage minimums. The venue can accommodate 4 weddings in a day - 2 in the morning and 2 in the evening. It is possible that another wedding or event could be happening at the same time as your event. Also, you are on a tight timeline and have to be done by a certain time. We chose to have a small wedding - 75 people. For us the best option was a Friday morning at 11:30. I was a little concerned about the early time but I was very happy with my wedding. It was amazing and everyone had a great time. I would highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 19-09-2016
Karen Turpin(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-08-2016 Just following our wedding at Galilee Episcopal on August 20th 2016, we held our reception at Lesner Inn and are so glad we did!! We are water/beach lovers and our wedding theme was of that. We used the Waterside Deck and Lynnhaven Room for the reception from noon until 3 pm. It was just perfect and we wouldn't change a thing! Table setting and layout were just great, dance floor roomy, bar convenient, buffet great, cake cutting toast services fantastic! Brittany was awesome and so accommodating from our first call and subsequent countless meetings. She was so patient with both of us, including a real Groomzilla wanting things perfect and they were. Her other staff was fantastic as well! Our guests, mostly from out of town as well as some locals, commented how great and unique the setting was as well as some very tasty food and drink! Thanks again Brittany and all the staff at Lesner Inn! We highly recommend Lesner Inn! Reviewed on 31-08-2016
Stephanie Parker(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-08-2016 Beyond our wildest dreams! We were married at The Lesner Inn Saturday, August 20th 2016 and is was FLAWLESS! Everything that could go right went right! It is all thanks to Cayleen and the staff at The Lesner Inn that helped make our night the most magical night of our lives! We have not stopped talking about how wonderful they are and what a perfect night it was! Our family and guests raved about the service, professionalism, and beauty that Cayleen and the Lesner Inn provides. Thank you for making our dreams come true! - Stephanie & Scott Reviewed on 28-08-2016
Michelle Bonuz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-08-2016 We had a good experience with Lesner Inn. They were always there to make sure our event ran as smoothly as possible, they worked with our schedule and made themselves available whenever need be. Cayleen was our event manager and our day could not have been what it was without her. She is so great at her job, very experienced and knowledgeable, was able to answer any and all questions or concerns we had. Cayleen would always always reply to my emails promptly and allowed all the time I needed to make any decisions. She was very understanding when it came to constantly changing my mind about this or that or going back and forth between certain decisions. She was there to help if I didn't know what to do. These are the kind of people you need to help you as your planning such a stressful event, you want to make the planning process as easy and possible and the Lesner can do that for you! Reviewed on 19-08-2016
Anonymous (wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-10-2017 My son and new daughter in law chose this venue for their wedding in July 2016. My family and friends raved about the food, view and service. Only minus was the heat, but that was Mother Nature's doing, not The Lesner Inn. Beautiful venue. Reviewed on 02-08-2016
Christina Innis(bride)3 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-07-2016 The Lesner Inn was a beautiful venue for our wedding and we continue to hear compliments on our venue choice. I'm glad our guests had a wonderful evening after the nonsense we dealt with from our account manager, Cayleen. Every time we sat down with her to discuss details and look for advice when making decisions, she seemed extremely irritated to be dealing with us or like she just didn't care. It was as if she couldn't be bothered with us. On several different occasions she had to be corrected with my now husband's last name for paperwork, which seems to me like a silly thing to mess up since it was ALWAYS printed at the top of the cover page. Before our rehearsal she e-mailed to confirm our time saying, \"See you on Friday.\" Therefore when we arrived we assumed we would be seeing her. She was nowhere to be found and was actually on her way out. When we had questions she wasn't there to assist. Luckily, one of the other women there, Brittany, was available to assist us and answer all of our questions and actually did so with a smile on her face. On our wedding day, Cayleen put out a sign to direct traffic upstairs to our wedding using my last name instead of my husband's. Considering the fact that we had JUST corrected her again at our recent meeting this was upsetting. To top it all off, we woke up to an e-mail while on our honeymoon addressing us as Mr. & Mrs. (my last name). This was upsetting since I was divorced very young and my last name was my ex-husband's. Cayleen was absolutely awful to work with and I would recommend specifically asking for someone else there, such as Alexis or Brittany, if you choose to have your wedding here. Other than our horrible customer service experience, everything else was pretty great and at the end of the day I married my best friend. Reviewed on 22-07-2016
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-09-2017 It is no easy task being a bride! I am so glad that I chose the Lesner Inn for my wedding Venue. The location is absolutely beautiful and I couldn't have pulled it off without my helpful assistant, Brittany! Wow, she was answering emails past 10:00PM and always knew the answers to any questions that I had. I would highly recommend having this talented lady help you through the process. We had a beautiful wedding and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Thanks Lesner Inn! Reviewed on 07-07-2016
a member (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-06-2016 Best day ever!!!! Our wedding was amazing. The staff,the food, the VIEW were all incredible. Alexis made the wedding planning so easy...not a detail was missed. All of our guests commented on what a wonderful place the Lesner Inn was and what an excellent job was done by all. Thanks to everyone who made our day so special. Reviewed on 18-06-2016
Kate Kowaleski(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-04-2016 Such a beautiful venue and a very helpful staff. Everything went off without a hitch, the very few questions that arose the day of were handled quickly and easily. Alexis was very helpful during the planning process, answering all of our questions and explaining where to start with the parts that we had no idea about. The decor options are beautiful and set the exact mood and feel that I wanted. Less expensive than neighboring venues with the same value. Overall WONDERFUL experience, and I would highly recommend it. Reviewed on 03-05-2016
Our Director of Operations & Lead Wedding Designer + Day-of-Coordinator is a VB native, born & bred. She is a graduate from the UVa, and after a short stint in the Los Angeles event industry, assisting in the production of major events such as the Screen Actor Guild Awards & Netflix’s 50 Millionth User Event, she returned to her East Coast beach roots. With an inherent love for all things wedding, paired with her creative energy and attention to detail, Alexis has found her home at Lesner where she has overseen hundreds of weddings but still hasn’t grown tired of the excitement of the big day