Appleford – Villanova, PA
Garden-themed weddings are trending all around the country. And when it comes to choosing a breathtaking garden-style venue, it doesn’t get better than Appleford! For all those nature-lovers and history buffs out there, this award-winning Villanova, Pennsylvania wedding venue offers a truly unforgettable wedding experience!
Magical Manicured Gardens
Praised far and wide for its picturesque landscaping and serene beauty, the Appleford Gardens offer bountiful photo opportunities for couples and wedding parties.
I mean…just look at the venue’s amazing photo gallery!
Visitors come from all over the country to explore this marvelous 24-acre estate – also a designated bird sanctuary and arboretum. Towering trees, boxwood gardens, stone walls, and a peaceful stream envelop the charming two-story house on all sides.
A Small Piece of Villanova History
Dating back 300 years, the handsome fieldstone house is an exquisite example of early Pennsylvania farmhouse architecture. The estate was originally part of a land grant from William Penn, the well-known English religious and social reformer and founder of the Province of Pennsylvania.
Over time, the home’s owners transformed the separate farm-style buildings into the stunning old-style masonry masterpiece it is today.
A Romantic Back-Story
The Appleford Estate has uniquely charming roots.
In the late 1920s, a Philadelphia investment banker purchased the estate as a luxurious weekend getaway for himself and his wife. Then, the couple spent years reconstructing the home into its current glorious stature.
While renowned restoration architect, Richardson Brognard Okie, and famous landscape architect, Thomas Sears, did their magic on the property, the lovely couple gallavanted around the United States and Europe, searching for the extraordinary furnishings you’ll still notice scattered throughout the home.
The Best-of-the-Best in Catering
Appleford partners with nine spectacular catering companies to offer clients a diverse menu of fine dining options for their big day. Whether you prefer authentic cuisines from around the globe, engaging performance stations, or a delicious buffet, you can’t go wrong with any of these amazing vendors.
Appleford Amenities
In addition to the features already mentioned, Apploeford offers…
- Venue capacity for up to 200 guests
- Full access to the house, tented terrace, and 24 acres of natural beauty
- Spacious bridal suite and groom’s lounge
- Semi-permanent tent (with a built-in dance floor) to provide shelter from inclement weather
- Plenty of space for outdoor recreation and yard games
- Comprehensive list of preferred local vendors to aid with the wedding planning process
- Ample nearby hotel recommendations
- And more!
For more information about the Appleford wedding venue options, visit the website or contact them at info@applefordestate.com or 610.527.4280.
The information and images for this article were provided by the Appleford website and staff.