White Chimneys is a historic wedding venue in Gap, PA. This beautiful 300-year-old estate is part of the tract of land that was given to William Penn by King Charles II in 1681. A simple stone cottage was the first permanent structure built on the property. Constructed in the 1700s, the cottage was developed and expanded over the years as the fledgling 13 Colonies grew and moved ever closer to nationhood. In 1825, White Chimneys played host to the Marquis De Lafayette, one of the heroes of the American Revolution. Today, the venueâs lounge is decorated in classic French Rococo style, in honor of Lafayette.
In 1974, the mansion was added to the National Register of Historic Places. After several decades of tranquil retirement, this monument to early American life was reopened as a wedding venue. The property features beautiful European formal gardens, a majestic 16-column, imported Italian marble fountains, and a cosy, climate-controlled barn that can seat up to 220 guests.
White Chimneys has indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony and reception spaces. Wedding package features include a selection of decor and rental equipment, including eight-foot banquet tables and thousands of twinkle lights. Bartending services are provided exclusively by Roaming Libations Mobile Bar; you are free, however, to select your own caterer. Planning assistance is also available, and the White Chimneys team are happy to offer guidance and recommendations and answer any questions you may have. They canât wait to welcome you to their historic venue, where yesterdayâs stories meet the hopes and dreams for tomorrow.
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White Chimneys Estate Reviews
Jane Motley(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-06-2022 We started out as strangers and we turned into family! We toured many venues but White Chimneys felt like home. We met Jessica for a tour & fell in love with her & the venue! This is a family affair & it shows in everything they do. The barn is gorgeous and spacious. The patio with the tent is a dream, looking out at the surrounding gardens and fields is gorgeous. We toured White Chimneys in the winter. The wedding was June 4th. A summer wedding is spectacular but it would have been spectacular anytime of the year!The bridal suite is incredible. There was enough space to accommodate my daughter & eight bridesmaids, all getting hair & make up done.. They spent the day laughing and giggling-just relaxing & enjoying the day. They were free to wander around, inside and out. It made for a relaxing day. The groom & groomsmen had plenty of space to gather in the groom suite. They were free to play cornhole, sit & chat on the patio, do whatever they desired. The event planning was easy. Jessica made everything simple & kept us on target. One of our goals was to not have to do anything but show up & get dressed on the day of the wedding. She understands & is prepared to get that done. There was no need for a wedding planner as she does it all. We did hire a day of planner, Patty (supplied by Jessica), who was amazing the day of the wedding. She kept everything running smoothly & stayed connected all day. Patty made sure we were where we needed to be at the right time, but she never seemed in the way. We loved her! Jessica has an incredible sense of what is needed & what might be a waste of money. She told me several times, âyes, you can do that, but I think you will find it to be a waste of money.â I am glad I always listened to her advice. She does not nickel & dime brides & families. She has assorted items to add on, but does not do any high-pitched sales. The venue the day of the wedding looks just like the tour. You are not paying separate for the drapery and lights like many other places. The venue is decorated beautifully with the draperies, lights, etc. If there is anything you want or need, ask Jessica, she either has it or knows where to find it. Jessica also supplies a list of preferred vendors but does not require you use them as many places do. We used several of her vendors & were quite delighted with all. Roaming Libations does the bar service, & the bartenders did an amazing job! I was concerned over the bar area as we had approximately 200+ people however, the bartenders were fast, efficient, and friendly. The venue accommodated all our guests easily. There was more than enough room for everyone to gather and dance the night away. Never did we feel as though we were crowded. Should you not be able to use the outdoor space due to weather, don't worry, Jessica has a plan. This is important as she canât control the weather, but she can control how the events take place. The patio is tented & is large. If forced inside, we still would have had plenty of space for our guests. We had so many compliments about how nice everything turned out. Along the way, we met the entire White Chimneys family, & they are all a delight!!! They just want everyone to enjoy the celebration! Jessicaâs dad stopped me many times during trips to the venue and the day of the wedding to see if we needed anything or just to see how we were doing. It is just incredible how much they love what they do! We definitely had the party of a lifetime. Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Sarah Cruz(other)5 out of 5 Rating
White Chimneys is National Register historic venue that is beautiful in every season. It was clearly evident that the dedicated staff absolutely delighted in making all our visions come true. Our family recently celebrated a perfect fairytale June wedding, complete with fireworks and a sparkler send off. Our guests enjoyed dancing outdoors next to the lilly pond, cocktails delivered by Don Julio the miniature donkey and dinner in the fully air conditioned restored barn. Jessica, facilities manager & event coordinator, was able to accommodate my late request for a lavish rehearsal dinner on the patio a few days prior. With over 15 years of events, medical field and tourism experience, Jessica is knowledge and offers a calm approach to dealing with challenging events. The year prior, we celebrated a themed gender reveal so extravagant, it required the use of the lower pastures. Later in the fall, we chose White Chimneys again for a baby shower in the heated barn. Miriam, owner of Roaming Libations Mobile Bar, is creative and helped make each event unique and delightful with signature drinks recipes using the garden herbs, and was super helpful with her coordinating experience. They have a full linen service and large array of onsite rentals that I reccomend in lieu of purchasing items youâll only need for your one time event. As part of the planning services, White Chimneys has excellent recommendations for local vendors. We particularly loved near by Florals in Time for all the fresh floral creations. We are looking forward to planning our next event at White Chimneys, full of timeless elegance that never gets old! Reviewed on 30-12-2023
Alexa Winckowski(other)5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I could not have picked a better venue for our wedding this past October. White Chimneysâ staff was very friendly and extremely accommodating. Miriam, our event coordinator was always very helpful and guided us with any questions we had. She made sure our big day was everything we had imagined and more. Our guests were blown away by the venueâs beauty - straight out of a magazine. And who can forget the shot donkey? Our family and friends are still raving about it. If you are looking for a wedding venue, look no further! White Chimneys Estate is the BEST! They will make your vision come to life however big or small. Reviewed on 30-12-2023
Kara Davis(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We had an absolutely wonderful time at White Chimneys. We hosted a party for a ladies group. The planning was simple - they were very flexible with ample time made available to go over things. Every request we made was met with helpful enthusiasm. On the day of the event, everything was arranged as needed with staff there to help us finish setting up. The evening went beautifully. All of the ladies loved the garden setting!! The tent accommodated us well. Overall, we had so much fun and will definitely be back this spring for round two! Reviewed on 29-12-2023
Andi Lingenfelter(other)5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I (and our parents) were working with a tight budget when we got engaged, and we needed a venue that was flexible and willing to bend with us. When we first met with Jessica, we were blown away by her passion for saying yes. We knew right away that White Chimneys was where we wanted to get married. She allowed us to choose our own vendors and even do some things ourselves to help keep costs down. Everything we asked was not a problem, and she even had some suggestions we hadn't considered. We had rain that morning, but I knew I didn't have to worry. It stopped just in time, and Jessica and her team had everything dry and ready to go before the start of the ceremony. We had a wedding that was uniquely us, and I wouldn't go back and change a thing. Our entire family was so grateful for everything Jessica did for us. Whenever I hear of someone looking for an event or wedding venue, I always recommend they check out White Chimneys. Reviewed on 28-12-2023
Naoko Kuroiwa(other)5 out of 5 Rating
White Chimneys Estate is beautiful venue. I got many compliments from my guests. Jessica and Miriam are very supportive. When I couldn't find the right vedenfor, and she assisted me to reach out them. That's a big help for me because I'm not native speaker. Many wedding customs are new to me. Miriam explained to select the best option for me, and she was very flexible to handle the unexpected things. I highly recommend this venue. Reviewed on 09-11-2023
Alyssa Wunsch(other)3 out of 5 Rating
(2.5/5 âïž) I want to start this off by saying that the venue itself is absolutely beautiful & the supporting staff was wonderful. I also donât normally write negative reviews, but I need to speak up for other brides. I was assigned the co-owner of the venue (Jessica) as my coordinator last minute. I had not worked with her in any planning meeting beforehand (I had previously worked with Miriam who was great). I assumed my previous meetings would be fed to her regarding what I wanted & my vision, but the rehearsal would figure everything else out. At the start of the rehearsal, she was nowhere to be found to give direction. Once she finally showed up, she was texting on her phone the entire time and offered no suggestions or feedback as to how people should walk, where they should stand, etc. She generally looked miserable the whole time & I have her in the back of many pictures just on her phone. She then rushed us out after exactly 1 hour, even though we started late because of her. On my wedding day, it was raining all morning & I could not set up the outdoor portion for the ceremony, to which I was told multiple times âdonât worry about it, Iâll handle it.â She was again nowhere to be found all day, except for when she was giving tours to other prospective couples. What she did set up was rushed & not as planned (and she never came and asked me anything). She was walking around in the parking lot on her phone when the ceremony was to begin & my husband had to run up to her to ask if everyone should start (she was supposed to escort us all to our stations - I had to send a bridesmaid to figure out how to get to our starting point without having guests see me) to which she just shrugged and said sure. She had the DJ set up in a totally different place than originally discussed so I couldnât hear my cue to walk down the aisle. Once she finally arrived, I asked her if I should start walking and all she said was, âwell is this your song?â Once it was cocktail hour/reception time, they also did not light a single votive or candle or string light. We were also told she would have heaters outside if it was too cold & my mom had to find her to demand where they were, as people were outside shivering (surprise, she was inside on her phone). I had MULTIPLE people (including other vendors, bridal party, parents AND some guests) complain about her attitude & inattentiveness. We also went through 2 âpreferredâ DJs, one who took our money and ran & another that never responded to us. The DJ we finally chose (from friends) then had problems hooking up to their equipment, even though we had to pay an extra fee to âallowâ him to use their sound system.Luckily, most people did not notice the things that went wrong, but I spent lots of $$$ on all these details that were completely disregarded & she was nowhere to be found for the majority of the day (and charged a hefty fee for her âservices,â which was not quoted ahead of time & we were told to just bring her a blank check). So overall, again, beautiful venue, the rest of the staff (and Roaming Libations led by Miriam as the bar staff) was absolutely amazing, but the owner really put a bad taste in peoplesâ mouths. I had heard negative things about her from other weddings there but I didnât really have a choice & thought she would want to do a great job as the owner. I was wrong to not push back & request another coordinator (and if you have your wedding there, request anyone other than Jessica). Reviewed on 24-10-2023
Ali Derr(other)4 out of 5 Rating
We planned our wedding a year and a half in advance due to all the Covid backed up weddings, and we compared every venue to White Chimneys so that is why we went with that venue. Our initial meeting with Jessica went very smoothly. She gave us a booklet and provided us a grace period as to determine if we want to move forward with that venue or not. We did accept because she was very welcoming. However, in the planning process, she did have a planner who was very upfront about doing things in a certain manner to which we were kind of put off on. I did want a certain vision and it did come to fruition in the end however, our wedding day planner Hannah was so accommodating and nice that I could not give her a higher accolade because she does deserve that! The wedding day ran so smoothly because of her, and it was a perfect day, and the best venue to have an outdoor wedding. I could not tell you the amount of feedback we got from the venue being gorgeous. I would recommend this venue for your wedding, but I would also recommend Hannah as your day of planner! Reviewed on 30-07-2023
Kalia Davis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-05-2022 My husband and I were married at White Chimneys back in May and it was a Wonderful and Beautiful experience. The atmosphere was breath taking and the Staff was so attentive and professional. Our guest are still gushing about how Amazing our Wedding was! Reviewed on 15-11-2022
Bekah Rosenberg(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-10-2022 Our wedding at White Chimneys was amazing! I might be biased, but I truly think our wedding was an absolutely perfect day. Not only was the venue gorgeous, but Jessica and the WC staff were so incredibly helpful and accommodating -- not only on our wedding day, but also throughout the whole wedding planning process.In the weeks and months leading up to the wedding, Jessica kept us on track and organized and we felt so grateful that she was also our day-of coordinator! We had a few moments on the wedding day where we were totally unprepared and Jessica fluidly took charge and saved the day. Both my husband and I felt pretty calm and stress-free the entire day and I think that's due in large part to Jessica. We knew she had it all handled and because of that we could relax a little and just enjoy our wedding. White Chimneys is a stunning venue: The gardens, the barn, the bridal suite ... all of it. You couldn't take a bad pic if you tried! We also loved how much flexibility and choice we had in planning the wedding. We chose our own caterer and food truck, purchased exactly what and how much alcohol we wanted (And saved a ton of money while doing so, btw! The BYOB aspect of WC was a game-changer), had a fantastic band, and were able to utilize essentially every part of the property that we wanted. Plus we had a shot donkey which our guests still can't stop talking about! Our main goals for the wedding were (a) to get married and (b) show everyone a great time. It may sound like an obvious objective, but making sure all our guests had fun was so so important to us and Jessica and the WC staff really did help us achieve that tenfold. One month out, we're just so happy with every aspect of the wedding.  To all the engaged couples searching for a venue, I genuinely cannot recommend White Chimneys enough! (Though I'm jealous of anyone else who still gets to get married there! I want to re-do and re-live our day over and over and over again!) Reviewed on 09-11-2022
Melissa Walker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-07-2022 White Chimneys is a gorgeous venue with an incredible staff. From day one, Jessica and Miriam made me feel as if my wedding was the most important event. They professionally listened to my concerns and provided the best answers and recommendations. On the wedding day, Miriam made sure we were on schedule, rallied the guest, corralled the wedding party, and took all the stress out of the big day. The venue was absolutly beautiful, with flowers, the fountain, the little pond, the best greenery, and two adorable cows. My guest are still taking about how lovely my wedding venue was over three months later!I want to thank Miriam for making my special day even more special. Miriam has an eye for color and decorations. She can talk you into or out of something, depending on your needs; she has seen it all! Also, she owns Roaming Libations, a bartending service that can be added on, she did an amazing job with the alcohol estimates and has experience making delicious and creative cocktails to add an extra special touch to the big day. She makes a great sangria and spicy margarita!10/10 would get married here again. Reviewed on 08-11-2022
Stacey Gullion(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2022 We used this venue for our wedding and reception. The staff was phenomenal and made everything run smoothly. We got so many compliments from our guests. There are plenty of photo sites on the property. And they are their for all of your needs. Reviewed on 04-11-2022
Katie Zichelli(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-08-2022 White Chimney was the perfect venue wedding! We did not want cookie cutter and were looking for a place we could bring in all our own vendors and create a vision that fit us. We were able to do that with the guidance of Miriam and Jessica. They were easy to work with and so very helpful. We had about 200 guests and the indoor and outdoor space was able to accommodate this. Reviewed on 25-10-2022
Kelly Henry(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2022 Jess, Miriam, Patty and staff were the best! We had the most amazing day thanks to them! Couldn't have picked a better venue!! Reviewed on 25-10-2022
Amanda Strausser(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-05-2022 Our wedding day at White Chimneys was amazing! It unfortunately rained on our day but everyone was so accommodating and we had the most perfect day! Absolutely beautiful venue and amazing staff! Could not have asked for more or better! Reviewed on 24-10-2022
Dominique Cialini(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-09-2022 Our wedding at White Chimneys was perfect! I couldn't have pictured it more beautiful. The staff was great, super friendly, easy to talk to and very flexible. This venue was definitely the best choice for us! Thank you White Chimneys :) Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Emily Ball(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2022 We could not have imagined a more perfect day for our wedding! From the small details to the overall day, everything was exactly how we dreamed. Jessica and Miriam were amazing to work with and showed such care and intentionality in every little detail. We would recommend White Chimneys to anyone looking for an amazing and personal venue for their wedding! Reviewed on 20-10-2022
Gina Gallagher(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-04-2022 My daughter was married at White Chimneys this past Saturday. It was the most glorious spring day, made even more beautiful by the sheer elegance of the venue. History, ambiance, and gorgeous views surrounded us. Jessica, Miriam, and their team went over and above to make everything effortless for us. Everything was done with a touch of class. Patty, as our day of coordinator, handled everything seamlessly. My daughter and her husband had the day they always dreamed of, and White Chimneys made that possible. I would highly recommend this venue for your wedding. Reviewed on 03-05-2022
Andrea T(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-11-2021 I cannot speak more highly of this venue and Jessica the owner. Jessica quite literally saved my wedding as Conestoga House and Gardens cancelled on me with 2 weeks notice. Jessica was so kind to work with me and help me to reorchestrate my wedding and give my mom and I a tour with hardly any notice. The venue has every option you could dream of for pictures and set up with a nice garden, farmhouse, and barn. The barn is classy with gorgeous chandeliers and is heated! The venue was gorgeous, clean, and perfect for my intimate 25 guest wedding! Thank you Jessica for everything! Reviewed on 22-11-2021
Lisa Talbot(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-11-2021 You definitely want to get married here ! Not only around the grounds stunning but the barn is magical inside. The staff is amazing. You absolutely NEED Patty (the coordinator) she made sure everything went smoothly and that we were enjoying ourselves, anything we needed or didnât even know we wanted she made happen. Cannot stress how amazing this venue is !!! Reviewed on 11-11-2021
Kara Sostar(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-09-2021 We had the very best experience with White Chimneys! Besides the venue being absolutely beautiful (no seriously, I lost my breath the first time Jessica opened the fence doors to the garden), the staff is great and really allows you to customize your ceremony and reception however you want it. Jessica was wonderful from start to finish and was always kind, helpful & always willing to answer our questions. Our day of coordinator Patty was fantastic. She was so on the ball with keeping everything organized and running smoothly. She really helped us feel at ease on the big day, which is so reassuring when thereâs so many moving parts. We got tons and tons of compliments on how beautiful everything was from our guests too! Would recommend White Chimneys over and over again! Reviewed on 06-10-2021
Kimberly Herr(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-09-2021 This place is an absolute dream!!!Highly recommend using this venue for your wedding. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The staff was amazing, making the day go off without a hitch. We had rain during our ceremony but weâre able to move the ceremony under the tent and still have the gardens as a beautiful background. It was so intimate and romantic. Just as our first dance by the Lilly pond was. I would 100% recommend using their day of coordinator Patty. She is amazing. She took everything off my shoulders and kept everything running smoothly so I didnât have to think about anything but soaking up every moment of our day. She was amazing and so sweet, I couldnât recommend her enough. Reviewed on 30-09-2021
Megan McGrory(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-09-2021 After touring a handful of venues for our wedding we decided to go with White Chimneys - the main reason why is because after the tour we got in the car and we both said \"OK Jessica (the owner) knows her sh*t, this is not her first rodeo\". That said, the process was really easy coordinating the bar (Roaming Libations), our outside catering and the band because Jessica was always available to answer questions or offer advice. The venue is absolutely beautiful and requires minimal decor if you choose to go that route (we did). We also hired Patty, the day of coordinator through White Chimneys, and at first I was skeptical because we weren't doing anything over the top as far as ceremony and decor but it's been 2 weeks since our wedding and I'm still talking about how amazing Patty was. 10/10 hire Patty!!! TL;DR if you are looking for a beautiful venue that knows what they are doing and has the day of down to a science - go with White Chimneys! Reviewed on 28-09-2021
Andrea Olazagasti(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-08-2021 Spectacular!!! We got married at White Chimneys 8/28/21 and it was everything I imagined and more! Jessica, the owner of the venue, was so much help throughout the planning process. She was easily reached and quick to respond. Once you book they give you a binder that helps you plan all the big and little details you need for the big day. They have a multitude of rentals available helping you avoid having to purchase items youâll only need for your wedding day. Patty, the day if coordinator, was EXCEPTIONAL! Sheâs helpful, detail oriented, and most of all such a kind, funny, and warm person. If something went wrong I had no idea because she understood my vision and ran with it. Mariam, the owner of Roaming Libation Mobile Bar, and sister of Jessica, was truly our VIP. We had constructed a full rental kitchen able to feed 150 guests. She was the key part to making my (chef) husbandâs wish to cater his own wedding possible. The day ran smooth, the entire staff were friendly, dedicated, and helpful beyond what was required of them. The venue is a stunning slate that you can do whatever your heart desires. I wouldnât have changed one this about my wedding, the planning process, or the people we hired to help my it come true. Thank you White Chimneys for hosting the beginning of our forever! Reviewed on 02-09-2021
Kelsey Copeland(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-05-2021 I 110% White Chimneys if you are in need of a wedding venue! The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous! The outdoor ceremony site is so beautiful and elegant! The barn is the perfect place for your reception and it makes the most beautiful ceremony site if it is raining outside! There is so much space for a large number of guests (we had about 150). Also, the barn has air conditioning and heat which makes it the perfect venue for any time of year. They also have the most gorgeous bridal suite. It is HUGE and has so much space for getting ready. Jess, the owner is amazing to work with. She is so kind and wants to make your day the best it can be. She is constantly adding new things to the venue. You can tell she loves what she does. We hired the day of coordinator from the venue named Patty and oh my gosh she was amazing. She made the day go off without any issues. She kept us on time and made sure it was a perfect day. I cannot recommend them enough! Please please please have your wedding here. You wonât regret it! Reviewed on 28-06-2021
Christine Hollan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-04-2021 Planning a wedding is hard. Planning a wedding during a pandemic is even harder. White Chimneys was absolutely fantastic throughout the whole process. They expanded the patio and added a larger tent, which made for an amazing outdoor/covid friendly space for our guests. Patty was our day of coordinator and did a fantastic job in making our day stress free. She took care of everything we needed. I couldn't have asked for a better venue! I highly recommend White Chimneys to anyone! Reviewed on 18-04-2021
Nichole Muller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-11-2020 We absolutely loved White Chimneys. The grounds are gorgeous all by themselves and are well kept all year round. The staff was absolutely amazing, our wedding day could not have gone more smoothly. Jessica is excellent, extremely organized and responsive. Miriam was excellent at organizing the the bar and cocktail hour for us. Patty made sure I didnât have anything to worry about on the big day. I got to sit back and get ready with my bridesmaids knowing that everything was under control. Could not have had a better experience, especially during a pandemic! Reviewed on 28-02-2021
Tracy Scheirer(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-11-2020 I can't begin to thank Jessica, Miriam, Stephanie, and Patty for the fantastic service they provided for our daughter's wedding! COVID changed our planned White Chimneys reception and we decided to host the wedding at our home. Miriam was so awesome in helping me think of all the details, down to silverware! They were flexible and provided the most wonderful ambiance off-site in a creative way. They brought the Roaming Libations bar- what a fantastic service!! Everyone commented on it! Our daughter and her husband were thrilled. The White Chimney Team is fantastic and you can't go wrong choosing their beautiful site and working with their marvelous staff. Reviewed on 13-11-2020
Shannon Peterson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2020 Jessica and her team at White Chimneys provided such a hassle free experience while planning what was supposed the most stressful day ever. They were available whenever we had any questions or concerns about the wedding, no questions for them was a dumb one. During all of the concerns with COVID while planning the wedding they were very supportive and reassuring. We would not have been able to handle the stress without having such an amazing team helping through everything. My husband and I strongly recommend Jessica and the rest of the White Chimney team while planning your wedding, we cannot imagine using anybody else. Reviewed on 07-11-2020
Hillary DiGuglielmo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-10-2020 Words cannot describe how happy we are with this venue and these people! Jessica was so easy to work with and made all our requests a reality - pictures with horses, a warm fire pit, a perfect venue that got ENDLESS compliments! I am beyond impressed with everything. Such a beautiful venue, with lovely people! Could not recommend more! If you are even thinking of White Chimney's, we 10/10 recommend! A perfect mixture of romantic, garden, rustic, naturally beautiful! Thank you, Jessica, for hosting and celebrating our special day with us! Reviewed on 03-11-2020
Noelle Iorio(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-07-2020 When the wedding day was approaching and the uncertainty of how Covid would effect our big day, Jessica ensured us that her and her staff would be on top of sanitizing and maintaining a clean and healthy environment for our guests. We had a lovely outdoor ceremony with the guest chairs distanced away from each other. They had also set up many tables outside after the ceremony so that guests could enjoy sitting out there and spaced out. Jessica made the whole planning process at ease and it was the day we dreamed it would be. My husband and I are so thankful for all the work and time that Jessica and her staff put into allowing our wedding happen. We hired Patty as our day of coordinator and she was very attentive and on the ball! She would already know what we were going to need before we could even ask her! We would highly recommend White Chimneys!We had heard from most of our guests that it was the best wedding they have ever been too and I am confident that one of the main reasons was how comfortable and safe everyone felt due to the venue taking all those precautious to keep our guests safe. Reviewed on 30-10-2020
Rachel Allison(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-09-2020 I am so beyond happy I found this venue! Seriously so beautiful especially if you want a rustic look but also want come class! Jessica, the owner was amazing to work with, and was open to coming by to look at the venue whenever you wanted! She gave me so much hope during this whole COVID situation and had a solution for EVERYTHING. Patty, the day of coordinator, could not have been better. She had everyone where they needed to be when they needed to be there, and she was stern to the boys (who DEFINITELY needed it...sorry Patty đ ) the bartenders were also fantastic! I could not talk more highly of this place! I recommend it to anyone who asks! đ Reviewed on 28-10-2020
Serena Hall(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-07-2020 This venue is absolutely stunning! It will add so much beauty to your wedding photos. There are many different places you can have the ceremony and reception, you can choose whatever is most fitting and beautiful to you! Having my wedding at this venue took away so much stress because so many things are right there, you don't have to haul everything the day of the wedding. They have tables, chairs, table cloths, decor, ect. everything you would need, available to rent.Jessica and her team where so helpful on my wedding day. They set up all the tables and chairs, they helped set up wherever they were needed. You also get a list of all the food trucks, caterers, MCs, etc. so if you don't have anyone in mind yet, they have people to recommend!The girls prep room is stunning with an amazing amount of space and mirrors. There is a bathroom and half kitchen attached so you can put snacks, water, food somewhere as you get ready. The men also have a fun space in the upstairs of the barn to get ready in. There is a TV lounge area for them so they won't get bored ;) Having the ceremony and reception together is so much less hassle and is so perfect. Everything you need for a wedding is right there or can be recommended to you. It is a perfect place for a beautiful wedding. White Chimneys made my wedding perfect. I loved meeting up with Jessica as we figured out the details. Reviewed on 28-10-2020
Kira Smith(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-10-2020 This venue was everything we could have dreamed of! Not only was this venue BEAUTIFUL the staff is amazing!! Jessica adores her space & you can tell with every detail she puts into it! Our guests were in AWE at our wedding due to the beauty & wonderful staff! Jessica and Miriam helped us every step of the way! If your considering White Chimneyâs as your wedding venue I highly recommend visiting! You wonât regret it!! Reviewed on 25-10-2020
Collin Glaeser(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-10-2020 Get married at White Chimneys! If you are considering touring this venue - do it! From the first day that we toured here Jessica was so kind and helpful. We had lots of questions, probably too many; busy or not, she answered them all. They did all this while not pressuring us into doing anything and supporting whatever choice we made. We chose to have our wedding here. Best choice we ever made. We booked this venue before Covid, changes occurred, however the team at white chimneys adjusted to the world and was able to make this venue a safe and beautiful place even during a pandemic. They even added a new bridal suite - go check it out!! WOW! Jessica and Miriam communicated with us over the year as we planned our wedding, going above and beyond the service they needed to provide. Jessica just wants you to be happy and give you everything and anything you might want. She did that for us. Miriam and her bar staff were also incredible too - can't not mention them! This was a day that we will forever remember! The grounds are beautiful and perfect for pictures - spots everywhere!!! Thank you Jessica and Miriam for being so easy to work with and for making our dream come true. Reviewed on 22-10-2020
Nina Shoff(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-10-2020 My husband and I toured White Chimneys and immediately fell in love. We couldn't get past the gorgeous gardens, fountain, and barn. White Chimneys had the perfect vision we were looking for, a bit elegant and rustic. We are very pleased with what White Chimney's offered. The newly added bridal cottage was definitely a highlight when my girls and I got ready. Since White Chimneys allows you to bring your own vendors, we were able to get ready onsite and avoid rushing around. The staff went above and beyond with helping us plan and layout our dream wedding. Jessica was beyond helpful when suggesting any local vendors, decorations, and more. Any questions we had were answered with ease. I would recommend White Chimneys to any couple planning to get married. For us it helped create the absolute perfect wedding! Reviewed on 21-10-2020
Rebecca Sallee(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2020 A picture-perfect venue that will make things so easy with the planning process, and with Patty as your coordinator will make your big day the greatest it could possibly be. Thanks Jessica and Patty for making our wedding absolutely perfect! Reviewed on 13-09-2020
Alison Beninato(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-10-2019 My husband and I got married at White Chimneys in late October 2019, and it was perfect! We were looking for a venue with lots of flexibility so that we could DIY some things and hire our own vendors, and White Chimneys provided that while giving us the option to rent whatever we needed and hire their day-of coordinator, bartenders, and staff. They were able to accommodate every request we had, and even though our wedding had many moving parts, it came together so smoothly. The option of an indoor or outdoor ceremony was perfect (although we got lucky, and it was a beautiful fall day), and the covered cocktail hour area and beautiful barn were great for our 180 guests. We booked a few nearby hotels in Strasburg (Carriage House, Holiday Inn, and Clarion) and hired some school bus shuttles since most of our guests were from Philly or New York, and it worked out great. We wouldn't change a thing! Reviewed on 27-07-2020
Morgan Kennedy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-02-2020 Really excellent venue space. All my guests loved the atmosphere, and Jessica couldn't have been more helpful and gracious in helping me set up and organize everything. I'm so glad we used them! Reviewed on 01-03-2020
Melinda Steimling(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-08-2019 We chose this venue for its natural beauty and charm, and we got so much more than we asked for! Jessica and her team were excellent communicators, very organized, and service oriented. And the gardens! They are ever-blooming, picturesque, and fragrant! The patio and tobacco barn are equally as elegant and beautiful and very comfortable spaces for a party.The venue itself is perfect for a ceremony and reception in one; the FLOW of the layout (outdoor and indoor) contributed to the flow of the events. All of our vendors were able to make our vision come true in this venue because of the professionalism of Jessica and her team. Finally, the photos speak to the natural beauty of this place, no filter needed! Reviewed on 24-11-2019
C W(bride)1 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-11-2018 The venue itself is beautiful. However the owner Jessica and Miriam (bartender) are extremely unprofessional. My husband and I chose to use outside vendors for China and decor and Jessica had an attitude with us the entire experience. The day of the wedding, she stepped on and ripped my gown right before I walked down the isle and then wouldnât open the gates to let me walk down the isle âbecause she knew what she was doing waiting for another song to playâ which was not correct. Then she vanished. She was not there the rest of the night. During the season we had our wedding a Tent was required for cocktail hour. We had heaters under the tent and NONE of the heaters worked and the tent was not properly secured down. When we tried to locate Jessica to resolve this issue, she was nowhere to be found so during cocktail hour everyone went into the reception space because it was cold (no working heaters) and it was very windy (tent not secured down properly). At one point in the night the bartenders both took a smoke break at the same time and no one was there to serve our guests. Multiple people after the day told us they were both extremely rude and unprofessional and when they ordered drinks they rolled their eyes and acted like it was going out of their way to do they job. also during the night, a man who looked to work at the property came in dirty, in overalls and took food and sat in our wedding and ate food. He was not working the wedding and this disturbed me greatly. At the end of the night the bartender Miriam came up to asking to resolve the tab, I just advised her to talk with my father since he was handling all payments. A few moments later she came up to me again, at that point I walked her over to my father.Again the venue was beautiful but management needs to change their tone. They hosts weddings and needs to at least fake a smile, and not allow their attitude or own problems come into appointments. Reviewed on 09-11-2019
Nikole Ortiz(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-06-2019 Beautiful venue, but make sure you have a really thorough clean up crew that triple checks everywhere, because if you forget some of your items/decorations there, they wonât return them to you. We tried reaching out several times about things that were left there and received no reply. When they finally answered back, they told us that they would mail them to us, but our wedding was almost 3 months ago and we still havenât gotten anything in the mail. Other than that, our wedding day was beyond amazing. Reviewed on 11-09-2019
Ali Bouseman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-06-2019 White Chimneys gave me my dream wedding! I will sing their praises until I'm blue in the face. You NEED to get married here! The property itself is gorgeous. Lots of amazing places to take pictures, plenty of room for guests to dance and mingle, beautiful barn, the cutest little bridal cottage, and so much more. Jessica was everything you could hope for in a venue owner! She and her team went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly for my husband and I. I fully trusted her judgement on everything. She is kind, caring, and insanely accommodating! For instance, she heard I was having trouble finding a seamstress that could bustle my wedding dress, so she helped me find someone who was able to do it THAT DAY! And she even got down on the ground to help me bustle it on wedding day because my bridesmaids and I were having trouble doing it ourselves. My wedding was the most perfect and beautiful day ever and I truly believe it wouldn't have been that way without Jessica and her wonderful family and staff. Reviewed on 24-07-2019
Aura Tremellen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2018 Jess was so wonderful to work with and got back to texts quickly. She went above and beyond to make our wedding day one to remember. All the guests said it was one of the most beautiful weddings they had ever been to and who could say different with the beautiful upkeep and farmland property with a European garden feel. Words cannot describe how enchanting White Chimneys truly is!!! I love it! Reviewed on 01-01-2019
Frank Eaton(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-09-2018 Our Daughters wedding ceremony and reception was held September 8, 2018 and our experience at White Chimneys was excellent. Jessica and her staff keep beautiful and meticulous grounds with plenty of photo opportunities. Our quest were very complimentary of the venue on how beautiful everything looked and how well the wedding and reception flowed.Thanks so much, Joanne & Frank Eaton Reviewed on 10-09-2018
Cheryl M(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-08-2018 Our daughter's wedding reception was held here in August, 2018 and it was fantastic! The grounds are gorgeous and the inside of the barn is stunning. The staff were great to work with prior to and on the day of our event. We've only received a few sneak peek photos from our photographer, but each one is stunning! There are so many great photo spots! Reviewed on 02-09-2018
Magge Janke(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-06-2018 Jessica is amazing to work with and the property is breathtaking! Every single other vendor we worked with from DJ to catering etc was so happy to work with her and had nothing but the best things to say. Jessica is very personally invested in the events that take place at WC and really wants to make them the best they can be. I live in Germany and planned my wedding from abroad and Jessica was so flexible and helpful. I can't imagine having worked with anyone else! Reviewed on 08-07-2018
Tonya Richardson(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-02-2019 Whitney Chimney is a rustic diamond in the rough! Jessica was an amazing vendor crew contact. She was extremely accommodating and helpful throughout the process of me planning and coordinating my sisterâs 50th Birthday Party. My decor went well with the event and anytime I needed to visit or gain additional information Jessica was timely in her responses and available to support me. I would recommend this venue to all I meet. Reviewed on 10-12-2017
Jessie Stanley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-07-2017 This venue was breathtaking. I was told there would be no coordinator on site, which was fine with me since I was planning my entire wedding anyway. However, the owner, Jessica, was extremely helpful when booking the venue, responding super quickly to emails with my questions, and was thorough when it came down to the last minute details. Her sister, Miriam, was there on the day of our wedding and she was a gem! The barn and bridal cottage was air conditioned, which was a big plus for us when it came to a wedding at the end of July! Highly recommend. Reviewed on 21-08-2017
Rachel Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-01-2018 We just had our wedding reception here and it was beautiful! The grounds and refurbished barn are breathtaking and all of our guests loved how unique it was. The tented dancing and cocktail area was perfect. We were able to be outside without worrying about any rain in the forecast. Jessica was a great help the day of our wedding. She made great recommendations leading up to the wedding, and went above and beyond the day of the wedding. We loved that is was more diy and that we could bring in our own vendors and alcohol. The grounds we gorgeous despite being rainy the day before. Our photographer had a field day with backdrops. It is truly a hidden treasure! Thank you Jessica for making our day one we will never forget! Reviewed on 01-11-2016
a member (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2017 White Chimneys is the perfect place for your special day. Our guests are still RAVING about the amazing setting for our wedding. Our wedding was in late June and the grounds were just so spectacular, we really didnât need to add much to the outdoor beauty. Jessica has a variety of fun furnishing pieces inside the barn. We used her antique oven to display our cupcakes and it was just perfect. A few of my other friends have had rustic weddings at other Lancaster and Chester County venues and they were impressed with all White Chimneys had to offer. I KNOW we got our moneyâs worth! No hidden fees either, which is rare.Throughout the planning process, Jessica was in touch to answer my questions and allowed me to check out the property when I wanted. And with all of the planning that goes along with a wedding, something is bound to go wrong. A bit before the ceremony, Jessica noticed that the bartender that I had hired had yet to arrive. She immediately got on the phone and found a contact who was able to come bartend for us (on a Saturday night) right away. Talk about a lifesaver! My husband and I enjoyed watching everyone have a blast at White Chimneys. From the dance party on the patio under the tent, to the folks who enjoyed the quieter, cooler tables inside the barn, to the folks taking in the sunset and scenery of courtyard, White Chimneys is truly one of a kind. Reviewed on 06-07-2016
Erin Maloney(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-06-2016 My wife and I were married at White Chimneys on June 10th, 2016. It exceeded all of our expectations. Jessica, the owner, was a great host and I highly recommend this venue. Our wedding was on a Friday afternoon. Since no wedding had been booked for Thursday (6/9), we were allowed to come in and set everything up the day before. This was a huge benefit to us as Friday became a relaxation day instead of a stressful one. We held a rehearsal dinner at the venue Thursday evening, which Jessica happily allowed at no extra cost to us. As we arrived on Thursday, Jessica and her crew were working hard landscaping and prepping the gardens for our wedding Friday. They were out there all day in 90 degree weather edging and mulching. Everything was immaculate - they did a fantastic job. We arrived early Friday morning to finish up the small details. Jessica was readily available and answered any and all questions we had. The wedding was perfect. Everyone had a blast. No drama, no problems. It couldn't have gone any better!I have read a few negative reviews on this venue and Jessica personally - It seems as though some people may have misunderstood, or misinterpreted the owner's role here. From day 1 when we visited the venue, everything was extremely clear to us. She is NOT a coordinator... she just merely owns the property. Her down-to-earth, straight forward personality was refreshing to us as most venues/hosts can be stuffy and uptight. Jessica is a straight shooter who will give you her professional opinion (which was very helpful) if she feels it can be done better/easier/faster. We loved working with her. Highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 28-06-2016
Brandy Phillips(bride)1 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-08-2017 Although this location is beautiful, I have to rate it so poorly. The wedding cordinator for this venue was not helpful at all. During rehearsal, she was not on location to help assist. The morning of the wedding, she was just as helpful as the day before.. being that the wedding was in June it was 80 some degrees, and we got ready in a small cottage with no AC, and after we were finished getting ready, the wedding cordinator put in a window AC unit. She also didn't help set up for the wedding, when asked to do some things, it didn't happen so the bridesmaids were doing it 30 minutes before the ceremony. It's such a shame because this place has so much potential, it's beautiful but it's lacking management and control. Reviewed on 16-06-2015
Anonymous (bride)3 out of 5 Rating
I recently had my wedding at White Chimneys. I absolutely loved my wedding and the venue is gorgeous. However, the customer service is horrible. The owner, Jessica, did not make herself available to me in person or via email. I would have to send her three to four emails before getting a response. On the evening of the rehearsal, she was nowhere to be found, even though she knew what time we would be rehearsing. On the morning of the wedding, I (the bride) walked in and she did not even say hello to me. We got ready in the bridal cottage, and it wasn't until everyone was ready that she came in and offered to put in the AC unit. She came back one more time to send us all down the aisle for the ceremony, and I did not see her again for the rest of the night. It is unfortunate to have such a beautiful venue with an owner who does not seem to care about what she does, or how she treats others. Reviewed on 16-06-2015
Heather Supplee(bride)1 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-11-2018 The venue is beautiful however, the hospitality is lacking. The woman (Jessica) that runs the venue is rude and lacking professionalism. The place is by appointment only and don't dare stop in for a packet of information because it is her \"private residence\". There is no indication that this place is a residence. NO sign that says by appointment only. Even the venues webpage is not listed as by appointment only. She makes you feel belittled and even stated \"do you just drop in on every venue\". I have heard people rave about white chimneys however, I can say I was not in the least impressed. Reviewed on 20-05-2014
Christina Stanley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-04-2014 Exactly what my husband and I were looking for! The venue to very accommodating, one thing I like is that you are not limited to using a caterer they choose. Grounds and barn are beautiful!!! Reviewed on 14-05-2014
Ashley Meyer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-08-2013 My husband and I found White Chimney's at a wedding show and fell in love. Jessica and Anthony LaCorte could not have been more welcoming or helpful. We were able to meet with Jessica several times before the wedding to iron out the details. We were able to set everything up on Friday and everything went off without a hitch the day of the wedding. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and wowed all our family and friends. For what they have the price is excellent in comparison to similar types of venues. We recommend them to anyone who is asking for a nice place to get married. We don't regret it at all. Reviewed on 01-12-2013
Bethany Martin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-10-2013 I am a control freak as I bride and would have never believed that my vision would make sense to anyone else but me! Then I met Jessica and I felt so much better about planning a wedding!!! a rough road to travel with planning everything myself but I had such an awesome location and am so happy that I pick such a historic place! Reviewed on 26-11-2013
Lisa Emerich(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-06-2013 We had everything here they just expended and it's so pretty. We could not have asked for a better day. Reviewed on 29-09-2013
Jessica Desotelle(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-05-2013 The property is gorgeous! Jessica was very helpful with renting chairs & extra tables. There is a beautiful back up plan if it rains & you are unable to have the ceremony outside. We had about 180 guest & had to seat 4 tables on the dance floor - was okay but had to move the tables after the meal. Great location, total Lancaster County, lots of photo ops! Reviewed on 12-06-2013