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Whitby Castle is a luxurious wedding venue located in Westchester County in Rye, New York. Situated on a serene golf course, this impressive castle features a striking resemblance to the original Whitby Abbey in England. This Lessing’s Hospitality Group venue sits on 126 acres and offers both indoor and outdoor settings for your ceremony and reception. Whitby Castle prides itself on its perfectly manicured lawns, breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound, and elegant event rooms.
Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 250 guests at this mansion-style wedding venue. Initially built in 1852, this breathtaking castle will transport couples and their guests back in time with its eye-catching decors and design. It boasts striking architectural elements and even possesses some of the original stones from its ancestor Whitby Abbey. Soon-to-be newlyweds can exchange vows beneath a simple arch in front of the castle before sipping on cocktails on the outdoor patio where gorgeous views of Milton Harbor are visible. Moving inside the castle, newlyweds can enter the grandiose ballroom for their wedding reception. The space features both traditional and contemporary decoration, adding a timeless chic ambience to the space. For more intimate gatherings, Whitby Castle can host couples in one of their other private reception rooms.
Services Offered
The professional and friendly staff at Whitby Castle will strive to ensure you and your loved ones are treated like royalty. An in-house event coordinator is by your side throughout the planning process, working tirelessly to take care of every detail. The on-site restaurant offers delicious catering packages for weddings and special occasions, along with comprehensive bar services. Tables, Chiavari chairs, dance floors, linens, flatware, and glassware are all included in the main package. Additionally, the venue can provide couples with a detailed list of vendor recommendations for photography, florals, and entertainment. Valet parking and wedding cakes are also managed by the company.
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Couples can customize their wedding menus to suit their individual tastes and budgets. Every menu is tailored to your exact specifications, with options available for cocktail hour appetizers, a Champagne reception, and seated reception dinner. The kitchen can arrange and design exotic fruit displays, buffets with cheese and fresh vegetables, butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, and entree stations. Sample entrees include free-range chicken breast with honey-balsamic glaze, miso-glazed mahi-mahi, New York strip steaks, and Syrah-braised short ribs.
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Whitby Castle is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and attention to detail for weddings. Niki, Ralph, Gabriel, and Roxy are highlighted for their professionalism and helpfulness in planning and executing dream weddings. Guests rave about the food, service, and beautiful venue, making it a memorable and magical experience for couples. The staff's attentiveness, organization, and flexibility, along with the stunning outdoor and indoor settings, contribute to making Whitby Castle a top recommendation for a fairytale wedding.
Must book if you want a fairytale ending
Some key players who ensured our wedding was a fairytale:
Niki is the catering sales rep, who we communicated with throughout the process and up until our wedding. We loved how responsive she was and always so kind (even if it was just through email). She answered all of our questions promptly and was never pushy.
Ralph is the operations manager who we worked with a few weeks before our wedding. He is detailed and efficient- logistically, he made sure the timeline and ceremony details were perfect.
On the actual day of our wedding, Gabriel was our Maitre’D and Roxy was my bridal attendant. They were both simply godsend. Gabriel has a calm and natural demeanor; and Roxy is a bada** woman (I mean it in a good way)- when they saw how one of my vendors was making me incredibly anxious and flustered with their blatant unprofessionalism, they would step in and provide (and act on) reassurance that we didn’t have to do anything that I didn’t want to do. They consistently made sure to check in and made sure we were okay. I don’t know what I would have done with Gabriel and Roxy.
And finally, the entire staff. My guests still share with me how kind the staff was throughout the wedding and how they were treated like family. Also, the FOOD! My guests consistently raved how the food was just incredible and far exceeded any expectations.
Thank you, Whitby team, for making our wedding magical!
Fairytale Wedding at Whitby
Our first meeting with Niki on a chilly January day sealed the deal. Her genuine and caring nature shone through, and it was clear she was dedicated to making our day perfect. Niki was incredibly responsive to all of our many questions leading up to the big day, which was a lifesaver given the short six months we had to plan. As the bride, I felt an instant connection with Niki, especially when she shared that she also got married at Whitby. Her warmth and sincerity played a huge role in our decision and made planning as stress-free as possible.
Then there was Ralph, our amazing maître d’. He was fantastic to work with in the months leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself. Ralph’s professionalism and dedication were evident in every conversation, and he went above and beyond to bring our vision for the big day to life.
Rosa, the bridal attendant, was an absolute gem. Detail-oriented, warm, and friendly, she helped keep everything on track and made sure we stayed on schedule. Together with Ralph, Rosa ensured everything ran smoothly on the big day.
Our wedding ceremony was beautifully set up outside in front of the Castle on a hot July day. The stunning outdoor space, complete with a picturesque willow tree where we had our first look photos, added to the magic of the day. Despite the heat, the venue's reliable indoor AC ensured our reception was comfortable, and we are happy to report it worked perfectly.
We couldn't have asked for a better team or a more perfect venue. Thank you, Whitby Castle, for making our day so magical!
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The Whitby Castle is a beautiful location for a wedding. As a photographer, I find many lovely backdrops for stunning photographs of the bride and groom, bridal party and family shots.
We're honored to have worked successfully over the years with Lessings Hospitality at Whitby Castle, and we recommend you contact them for your event.
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