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Appleford

$5k - $7k For 100 Guests
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Pricing Information

These prices are available for the months of May, Jun, Aug, Sep. These prices are available for the months of Apr, Jul, Oct, Nov.
Reception
$6,000 starting price
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price
Reception
$6,000 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price

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About

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Appleford is a historic Pennsylvania estate wedding venue located on 24 acres in Villanova, Pennsylvania, in the heart of Philadelphia's Main Line. Drive down the long pine-lined driveway to ponds, a waterfall, manicured gardens and an alee of trees in this arboretum and bird sanctuary. The estate has been used as a wedding venue creating lasting memories for more than 40 years.

Facilities and Capacity

The flagstone terrace directly in front of the house is tented from April-November and can accommodate 200 guests for seating. The gardens complete the Appleford experience. Wooded acres envelop the property with gardens surrounding the estate for your cocktail hour and enjoyment. Gardens off the terrace include the walled/perennial garden and the rose garden with a small fountained pond. Behind the home is a beautiful boxwood maze enhanced with statuary, the Medallion garden, the alee of Chinese dogwood trees, and the greenhouse. Large wedding ceremonies typically occur by the waterfall and weeping willow trees directly in front of the estate.

The use of the house consists of; the Music Room, the Pine Room, the Dining Room, the Kitchen, and a Groom’s lounge. There is also a Bride’s bedroom suite for use on the second floor and the Puppy House (small den) adjacent to the first floor off the outside reception area used to drop off your décor and other items the morning of your event. The house is air-conditioned, however the reception, for the most part - especially seating - would be outside on the terrace. Appleford also has a piano and three gas fireplaces on the first floor of the house to add to the charm and ambiance of your event.

Cuisine

Appleford clients may select a caterer from an exclusive list of eight caterers: Catering By Design, Feastivities Events, Feast Your Eyes, John Serock Catering, Perfect Setting Catering, Sage Catering. Seedling & Sage, and 12th Street Catering. These caterers provide a complete setup and breakdown for weddings and receptions. If alcohol is being served, clients provide their libations and the bartenders are provided by the caterers.

Other Services

Clients are welcome to select a dj/band, florist, photographer, videographer and other vendors of their choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Stations
Tastings

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

April
July
October
November
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Recommended by 97% of couples
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    Nicole R. Married on 11/04/2022
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    Beautiful Estate

    My now husband and I visited Appleford early in our search for a venue and we were so mesmerized with the estate house, the gorgeous gardens and the history behind this beautiful place. We had a fall wedding and it was so magical! Can’t recommend this venue enough!

    Appleford's reply:

    Thank you so much for hosting your wedding at Appleford and for your kind words. Your wedding was so beautiful and you had a perfect weather day to match. I hope you will come back to visit us!
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    Maegan T. Married on 10/07/2022
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    Wedding of my dreams

    Appleford made this day so easy and so perfect. Lisa is WONDERFUL! I probably asked her 150 questions and she responded promptly to every single one. The day of the wedding, Appleford staff helped me glue my broken nail back together and treated me like I was family. I couldn't have chosen a better or more beautiful venue.

    Appleford's reply:

    Thank you for hosting your wedding at Appleford. You were a delight to work with. I'm so glad everything was perfect.
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    Lauren M. Married on 10/02/2022
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    Perfect Venue

    We got married at Appleford Estate this past October. The venue is wonderful, both inside and out, and Lisa made the whole stressful wedding experience much less so. She was available to answer any and all of our questions, big and small, and made sure that the day went as smoothly as possible. We (unfortunately) ended up married during the remnants of Hurricane Ian but Lisa moved us seamlessly to our backup plan and made sure everyone was on the same page. The wedding was as beautiful and smooth as it could be. We'd highly recommend working with Lisa and Appleford if you're looking for your dream venue!

    Appleford's reply:

    Thank you so much for having your wedding at Appleford. Despite the hurricane, it was an absolutely beautiful wedding and you looked amazing!!! You were truly a delight to work with and I hope you'll visit Appleford often.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Real Weddings

Pedro & Liz
43 photos · 08/28/2022
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75 photos · 07/29/2022
Atith & Martha
78 photos · 11/15/2020
Jon & Ashlynn
22 photos · 11/07/2016

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Campli Photography Campli Photography Wedding Photographers

what a great venue! The property is amazing for any photographer, and the staff is terrific

Amber Dawn Photography Amber Dawn Photography Wedding Photographers

Appleford is a beautiful and charming venue! The manicured gardens are just perfect for gorgeous photos. Love it!

Philadelphia String Quartet Philadelphia String Quartet Wedding Musicians

The location was beautiful and would recommend them to all! Very organized and polite. It was a pleasure to work with you!

Preferred Vendors

No Macarena DJ & Custom Music Service
5.0 out of 5 rating , 237 Reviews
· Wedding DJs
CTO Music Artists
4.9 out of 5 rating , 333 Reviews
· Wedding DJs
Pictures by Todd Photography
5.0 out of 5 rating , 52 Reviews
· Wedding Photographers
Perfect Setting Catering
4.8 out of 5 rating , 78 Reviews
· Wedding Caterers
Sage Catering
4.9 out of 5 rating , 217 Reviews
· Wedding Caterers
John Serock Catering
5.0 out of 5 rating , 256 Reviews
· Wedding Caterers

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Appleford frequently asked questions

Appleford includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Appleford includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The space offered by Appleford for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Park
Appleford offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Appleford offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Appleford offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Appleford offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Appleford is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.

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