Dover Hall Reviews
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David R. Sent on 07/15/2024An unforgettable experience with Dover Hall
Having our wedding at Dover Hall was essentially a perfect experience. They are truly experts in the wedding service industry. There was no detail that went unchecked! They quality of the food was exceptional. Our guests spoke so highly of the food and the service. The wine from 7 Lady Vineyards is also exceptional. Not only were the staff that joined us on wedding day very professional, they were all just kind. I was able to chat with some of them during the rehearsal and they made me feel like they were genuinely excited to be a part of the day. Because their team ironed out every single detail with me leading all of the way up to the wedding, the day of was perfect. It was a zero stress day! I was able to focus on the things that really mattered because we knew that everything would all be taken care of. Beyond that, it is a beautiful venue. If you are looking for a beautiful venue that truly has everything that you need on hand, Dover Hall is an exceptional choice. -
Katherine R. Sent on 03/31/2024
Highly Recommend This Venue!
We are so thankful to have had our wedding at Dover Hall. It was an absolute dream! It was so wonderful working with the Dover Hall team from start to finish. They are so organized, professional, and just so fun to work with. Day of, everything was seamlessly executed to perfection. And, of course, the actual venue itself is so stunning, it is like a fairytale. We could not recommend Dover Hall enough! -
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Julia B. Sent on 12/12/2023We love Dover Hall!
Having our wedding at Dover Hall was amazing from start to finish. From the moment my fiancé and I stepped foot on the grounds, we were welcomed with kindness and support. We worked with Rachel and Stephanie specifically, but I can confidently say that every member of the team made sure that our wedding was exactly what we were hoping for and made the planning process very easy by being open and honest with pricing, incredibly responsive when needed, and unwavering in their support. Our wedding day was flawless. The team executed every detail perfectly from the spaces for us to get ready in throughout the day, the ceremony and reception floor plans, incredible food and stocked bar, and even created a private dinner for my fiancé and I to enjoy while our stationed-style dinner for our guests took place. Our guests were blown away, too. We would not have changed a single thing about our day and cannot recommend Dover Hall more. So professional, organized, and just all around amazing! -
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Miranda Sent on 11/10/2023Unbelievable Day
Absolutely magical! We were married at Dover Hall at the end of September and are still glowing from the day. We knew we had found our venue from the moment we walked in the door. This venue is stunning in photos but even more unbelievable in person. So much goes into wedding planning but working with Dover Hall made the process so much easier. From our first email to the end of the wedding reception, Dover Hall had nothing but top notch service. A special thank you to Emily and Stephanie for working so closely with us and answering countless emails. We also want to thank Asia and the catering staff at Dover Hall for making our guests truly feel like royalty on our day. The group at Dover Hall worked so hard to personalize the day and made our wedding feel completely unique. If you are getting married in the Richmond area, don't walk: run to Dover Hall! -
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Jennifer N. Sent on 10/23/2023Spectacular Venue
Our experience here at Dover Hall was spectacular! Our wedding coordinators, Wendy and Rachel were just so pleasant to work with. We honestly don't think we could have asked for better. The level of support and attentiveness was beyond expectations. We haven't even mentioned how STUNNING this venue was. Most of our guests were flabbergasted with it's beauty! From the AMAZING food, by their very best, Chef Leah Randolph and team. If you were looking for a stunning venue, with delicious food, and memorable experience. Look no further, this is the best place to have your event. -
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Shawn C. Sent on 09/24/2023Excellent! Hospitality was off the charts
Our daughter and son-in-law had the fairytale wedding fitting a Princess. Dover Hall is beyond expectations and landed all the boxes From the moment my husband turned into the drive he knew his baby was to be married at Dover Hall. Thank You Thank You Thank YouDover Hall's reply:
It was a pleasure getting to know your family over the past few months! Tori and Shayne are a wonderful couple and have built a beautiful foundation of love. From hosting your immediate family for the rehearsal dinner at Bartizan to then giving your guests a magical day at Dover Hall with lots of love, we truly enjoyed it all! Evan was a hit on the dance floor and Grandma needs to come back soon to visit our culinary team 😂 I'm sure they'd be happy to have some beef medallion crostinis waiting for you!
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Ava H. Sent on 10/03/2023A Dream Wedding at Dover Hall - An Unforgettable Experience!
I recently had the privilege of hosting my wedding at Dover Hall, and I can't help but gush about this incredible venue and its exceptional staff. From the moment we inquired about the place to the day of our wedding, every step of the journey was seamless and filled with unparalleled professionalism and warmth.
The staff at Dover Hall deserves all the accolades in the world. I struggle to find words to describe how amazing they were throughout the entire process. Rachel, Stephanie, and Jeff, in particular, went above and beyond to make our wedding day an absolute dream come true. Their dedication and attention to detail were truly outstanding. They ensured that every aspect of our wedding, from the initial inquiry to the final dance, was flawless and stress-free.
Now, let's talk about Chef Leah and her culinary wizardry. Her food is nothing short of unreal! Our guests couldn't stop raving about her delectable creations, and I can't blame them. The flavors, presentation, and quality of the food were top-notch, and we will be reminiscing about that meal for years to come. I will forever be dreaming about her food!
The beauty of the Dover Hall venue itself is awe-inspiring. It provides a stunning backdrop that doesn't require much effort to make it even more magical for a wedding. The sheer elegance and grandeur of the surroundings left our guests absolutely breathless. Whether it was the enchanting architecture or the lush, picturesque landscapes, Dover Hall provided an enchanting ambiance that added an extra layer of magic to our special day.
In summary, our experience at Dover Hall was nothing short of extraordinary. The amazing staff, led by the remarkable Rachel, Stephanie, and Jeff, ensured that our wedding day went off without a hitch. And the venue's natural beauty provided the perfect backdrop for our dream wedding. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to everyone at Dover Hall for making our day so incredibly special. If you're looking for the perfect wedding venue, look no further—Dover Hall is an absolute gem. -
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Logan N. Sent on 10/04/2023Where Dreams Begin: Our Perfect Wedding at Dover Hall
From the moment we first visited Dover Hall, we knew it was the one. The picturesque castle setting was absolutely magical and provided a breathtaking backdrop for our ceremony and reception. The well-maintained gardens, and the exquisite architecture of the venue created a romantic atmosphere that left our guests in awe.
One of the standout features of Dover Hall is its versatility. Whether you envision an intimate garden wedding, a reflection pool dream or a grand indoor celebration, this venue can accommodate it all. We opted for an outdoor ceremony by the pool, followed by a reception in their elegant ballroom. The seamless transition between spaces was expertly managed, and it added to the overall flow and enjoyment of our wedding day.
The venue’s staff were simply exceptional. From our first meeting with their wedding coordinator to the day of our event, they were attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. They took care of every detail, ensuring that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to focus on savoring every moment with our loved ones.
Speaking of details, the cuisine provided by their in-house catering team was beyond delicious. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the food, and neither could we. The menu was customizable, and Dover Hall accommodated any of our guests dietary preferences without hesitation.
Another highlight was the stunning bridal suite and groom's billiards getting-ready rooms. It was not only spacious but also beautifully decorated, providing a luxurious and comfortable space for each bridal party to get ready. Also, the staff provided food and drinks that we could enjoy, which were perfect!
Our wedding at Dover Hall was an absolute fairytale. The memories we created there will be cherished for a lifetime, and we are forever grateful for the incredible experience they provided. If you're searching for a wedding venue that combines natural beauty, versatility, outstanding service, and an unforgettable atmosphere, look no further. Thank you Dover Hall for making our wedding day incredibly special! -
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Hend A. Sent on 07/02/2023Best venue!!!
We got married at Dover Hall on Monday May 22, 2023 and it was the best decision we made. Perfect venue. Delicious food. 10/10 service and endless complements from guests! It was the fairytale wedding of our dreams and I couldn’t be more grateful for Wendy AND the entire Dover Hall team. We appreciate you and miss you so much! 🤍 -
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Eric C. Sent on 12/28/2022Amazing Venue
The Dover Hall team did an amazing job for our wedding! The planning team was very flexible in the planning process and was available to answer any questions we had. The day itself went by great - the service/bar team were very fun, pleasant, and most importantly very professional.
Thanks again Dover Hal!Dover Hall's reply:
Eric - Thank you so much! We just loved working with you and your new wifey! Wishing you all the best! -
Chelsea T. Sent on 09/22/2022
Absolutely incredible
I cannot say enough good things about Dover Hall. If you get the opportunity to have any kind of event here you are extremely blessed. What I love most about this venue are the people and attention to detail. The team goes above and beyond to make your day incredible. Everyone is so detail oriented and truly make you feel special. We manly worked with Rachel and Silvia who got to know me and my husband very well over our short engagement. I never felt like I was nickel and dimed over cost and they always wanted us to feel special and to choose details that meant the most to us. Our day was incredible and I am so appreciative of everything Dover Hall and their staff did for us. Thank you guys so much -
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Hannah G. Sent on 02/22/2022Amazing Venue & Staff
We got married at Dover Hall on 1/16/22. Dover Hall is an absolutely exceptional venue from the beauty of it to the experience their team provides couples. They say you get what you pay for and that is definitely true with this venue. It is on the pricier side of Richmond venues but absolutely worth every penny. A couple highlights -
- The Food - Hands down best food I’ve ever had at a wedding, and so many of our guests commented on it. The tasting was such a cool experience - You can bring two additional guests to the tasting and take them on the tour of the house.
The staff - Their Director of Sales, Miranda, was amazing to work with from day 1 of touring through the wedding. They were slammed in 2021 with 3 weddings every weekend, but she still made us feel like a priority and did a great job of staying connected with us and our coordinator. We also had a unique experience that makes me appreciate the venue even more. The weather forecast was calling for a significant snowstorm the day of our wedding and Miranda set up a call with one of the owners, Jeff, a few days before to talk through options. They were incredibly flexible and accommodating. We had the option to move our wedding to a new date as late as 2 days before the wedding at no cost. We luckily were able to have the wedding but that flexibility with an event contract is very rare!
- Every space is stunning - You aren’t just getting a beautiful ceremony or reception space. You get a huge, stunning bridal suite to get ready in, and so many different spots for photos. The cocktail hour can be throughout the house which is a cool experience for guests. Highly recommend Dover particularly for winter brides doing everything inside - they fit up to 150. Overall, the space speaks for itself, so worth putting your budget toward the venue and less toward decor!
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Erin O. Sent on 03/25/2022The perfect venue!
We had the most beautiful NYE wedding at Dover Hall. The staff were professional and courteous. The food was amazing, we had many compliments on how great everything was. Miranda in particular was so helpful and accommodating as Omicron impacted our guest list. She helped us navigate any changes needed. As a bride it was just such a relief to know the team had our backs and we could relax and enjoy the day. Not only is the staff great but it is just so beautiful there. We just loved it. -
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Allie W. Sent on 09/18/2021
Our June Wedding
Our wedding at Dover Hall was a dream come true! The venue was the most beautiful place. Miranda Bricker was an absolute delight to work with. Miranda and the team at Dover made sure the process of moving our September 2020 wedding to June 2021 was a smooth transition. The vendors they recommend were excellent and the staff at the wedding were very professional and fun! The attention to detail was amazing and the day was perfect. My husband and I feel so lucky to have found Dover Hall. -
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Amanda T. Sent on 04/22/2020Best weekend ever!
Where do I even begin!? I recently got married at Dover Hall Estate and let me just tell you, it was hands down the best day of my life! Our wedding was truly like something out of a fairytale.
My husband and I live in Northern California with no ties to Virginia, so this was a destination wedding for all. California has some amazing venues but we were looking for something with a grand European vibe and ideally wanted to be able to stay overnight at the venue. Dover Hall checked all of our boxes so we booked it site unseen and we are SO GLAD we did! Not to mention, the views alone were breathtaking, even better in person!
The incredible people who make this venue come to life deserve an award.
We grew to love Miranda and Melanie who were amazing throughout the entire process and made each step seem like a breeze. They recommended several vendors which we ended up working with Alana, from Chancey Charm and Casey from Cultivate Event Co. both of which I would also highly recommend as everyone had such great chemistry with the Dover Hall gals and made us feel at home.
Chef Lee and Nadia also played a significant role. Chef Lee not only prepared our reception dinner but our rehearsal dinner as well.. and let’s just say, people are still raving about the food!
We are forever grateful for Dover hall and cant wait to travel down memory lane when we plan our next trip back!
With love,
Amanda & Joao Paulo
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Christine L. Sent on 04/19/2020Incredible, Unique, and Elegant Venue
Dover Hall is the perfect wedding venue. We are so grateful to Miranda, Melanie, Chef Lee, and the rest of the team at Dover Hall for making our wedding day beyond perfect. Miranda was absolutely lovely to work with--she enthusiastically answered all of our questions and helped us create a vision for our big day. Melanie did an amazing job taking care of all of the little details in the months leading up to the wedding and made sure that the day itself ran flawlessly. The menu that Chef Lee and his colleagues prepared was absolutely delicious! We are still so excited that Chef Lee and Melanie made our signature drink a reality. It was also very well staffed on the wedding day. We had complete faith in the staff at Dover Hall to do a fabulous job and they exceeded all of our expectations.
In addition to the team at Dover Hall, the venue itself is just incredible. We completed a lot of research and there was nothing to rival Dover Hall in the area. Dover Hall is a gorgeous venue that makes you feel like you stepped back in time. The bridal suite and groomsmen rooms were incomparable. The estate is beautiful and there is a lot for your guests to explore and appreciate. The ballroom is incredible, and you will absolutely feel like the queen/king of the day descending the beautiful staircase. The pub (imported from Europe) is a showstopper and conversation starter. They are so many beautiful rooms to take amazing photos in. There are also a lot of fantastic spaces outside if the weather is nice! And the size of the dance floor ended up being perfect. Our guests loved Dover Hall and are still raving about how special the venue is.
This was honestly the most professionally-run, incredible, fun, and unique wedding we have ever been to. We HIGHLY recommend Dover Hall!
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Abigail J. Sent on 05/06/2020The very best!
Oh wow, where do I start? Dover Hall was our first and only choice for our wedding venue. We were drawn to the space for so many reasons; the warm and cozy space for our winter wedding, the elegance, the superior staff, outstanding food, and the indoor capacity but we were surprised to find our expectations not only met but surpassed in every way. As a wedding photographer, I knew that a venue could be stunning but without exceptional service, a wedding day struggles to feel special for the couple, vendors and staff. I had photographed a wedding at Dover Hall a few years prior to our wedding and my experience as a vendor had me sold. As a photographer, they made my experience outstanding, provided the best food and made sure I felt comfortable, all to ensure that the couple we were serving had the very best day. When choosing Dover for our own wedding venue, we knew that if they treated vendors in this way, the experience as a couple would be something special. From the day of booking to our New Year's Eve wedding, Melanie and Miranda's constant encouragement, structure, and professionalism was a grounding place for us throughout the whole planning process. On the wedding day, Miranda, Melanie, Nadia, Chef Lee and the whole staff worked overtime to fill in gaps, make sure the day ran smoothly and in the end were intricate parts in creating the very best day for us. We cannot thank them enough. We love Dover Hall and recommend it to everyone! -
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Jordan S. Sent on 12/26/2019
We love Dover Hall!
We don’t know what to say except that our wedding was by far the best wedding we have ever been to. We couldn’t have done it without Dover hall. Dover Hall’s staff were so professional, friendly, informative, and communicative. The venue speaks for itself and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how surprising, beautiful and unique the venue is. The attention to the minor details throughout the planning process and on our wedding day is what made our wedding perfect. We could not have asked for a better wedding and we couldn’t have done it without Miranda and Melanie! -
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Caroline F. Sent on 05/14/2020Dover Hall made our wedding dreams come true!
Dover Hall is everything you could ever dream of. Leaving the estate after our wedding weekend, I cried my eyes out knowing it was all over. There are no other words to describe Dover Hall other than perfect. If you have any hesitations about booking Dover Hall for your big day, don’t. It will be the absolute best way for you to make your wedding day everything you hoped for and more. From our first tour of Dover Hall, we were captivated by the beauty of everything this estate has to offer. We could clearly see that we could have the most beautiful setting for our wedding at Dover Hall, but it has so much more to offer than the incredible architecture you see before your eyes. The staff went above and beyond to fulfill every request we had and make our big day and wedding weekend special for us. Miranda, Melanie, and Nadia are just some of the few amazing people of the team that helped make our wedding day go perfectly. Chef Lee made the most delicious food starting with our tasting, to our rehearsal dinner, to the wedding, and post wedding brunch. We were in food heaven and I wish I could go back and eat it all over and over again. I am looking forward to the day when my husband and I go back to Dover Hall to stay at the amazing estate again, this time for our anniversary. We just know that the Dover Hall team will treat us as wonderfully as they did for our wedding.
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