Price: ~€2,750
Guests: 140
Bedrooms: 10
Description
Description
No wedding at Burtown is the same as the last. We offer truly individual touches like using all our own ingredients from the garden. There’s even an option to use our own flowers for your displays or bouquets. The seasons help inform both the location and the menu, as we pride ourselves on providing rich home grown, organic produce. We can comfortably provide for up to 120 guests in The Green Barn for dinner or up to 140 in a more relaxed fashion and welcome additional people for the after party.
We always like to say that anything is possible, so are open to discussion on any ideas and requests you might have. If you are looking for rustic elegance made unique with your own individual style, please come and visit to see how we can. We hope to answer your questions below and to give you a flavour of what we have to offer - but please feel free to ask any questions if there is anything you feel we have missed. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our special place.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: James Fennell
We love to host weddings here at Burtown, we will get creative with you, pairing our historic setting with a contemporary twist, beautiful gardens and superb, freshly-picked food straight from the garden. We help every couple who chooses Burtown for their special day create a unique experience that they won’t find anywhere else. There are a variety of settings we can offer, whether indoor in The Green Barn Restaurant, or outdoors in one of several inspiring areas amid 12 acres of gardens.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
26
Overview of Burtown House & Gardens
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
140
Reception Capacity
140
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
10
Sleeps No. of People
20
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound system available
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Fireworks permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Landscaped gardens
Marquee permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
On-site parking
Exclusive use
Disabled access
Open Flame Permitted
Pet friendly
Water view
Wedding Catering
In-house catering
In-House Wine List
Alcohol license
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Cultural Specialists
Other
Pricing for Burtown House & Gardens
Pricing for Burtown House & Gardens
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Furniture included
Our venue fee includes exclusive access for wedding couple and their guests to the private gardens that surround Burtown House and our further 12 acres of pleasure grounds. No outside guests will be allowed access to the grounds on your special day.
The venue fee also includes:
- a glass of prosecco or bottle beer or summer cocktail at your drinks reception
- meetings with wedding coordinator to help plan your perfect day
- wedding coordinator onsite, overseeing the smooth running of your big day
- heritage garden walk with James ,the owner, with your guests from your drinks reception to The Green Barn
- personalised wedding menus
- sound system for late night music
- easel and wood frame for table plan
- garden tent and garden rooms set up with lanterns and fire pits
- All spaces decorated in Burtown style with fresh seasonal garden flowers
Hide detailsReviews (16)
- GGrace06/09/2026Extremely disappointing — I would strongly recommend reconsidering getting married hereExtremely disappointing — I would strongly recommend reconsidering getting married hereWe chose Burtown House for our wedding because of the beautiful grounds, the wildflower garden and the promise of an exclusive, personal wedding experience. Sadly, our experience was so poor that we would strongly recommend that anyone considering Burtown House for their wedding thinks very carefully before booking. From the outset, communication was a major issue. Once our deposit had been paid, James, the owner, effectively went radio silent. Despite numerous emails and phone calls, we received little to no response. Eventually, our emails began being answered by David, who had been employed to take over the wedding planning. David was genuinely fantastic in the short time he had to work with us, but it was abundantly clear that he had been thrown into the deep end after months of very little having been organised. In fact, none of the finer details of our wedding were properly confirmed until the week before the wedding, during a rushed FaceTime call with David. Considering how much money we were paying for our wedding, this level of organisation and communication was completely unacceptable. Four days before our wedding, we arrived at Burtown House to choose the setting for our ceremony. We were then informed that David had left. Given everything that had happened, we were unfortunately not surprised. We were essentially left trying to piece everything together ourselves just days before our wedding. To make matters worse, the grounds were in an appalling condition. The gardens were completely dried out and, despite having specifically chosen Burtown House because of its famous wildflower garden, there were virtually no flowers in bloom. James blamed this on the drought, but having travelled around Kildare, Carlow and Naas, it was very obvious that surrounding areas were still in bloom. It appeared that the grounds had simply not been properly maintained. We consequently had to spend hundreds of euros on additional flowers the day before our wedding just to make the tables look presentable. Then, just two days before our wedding, we received an email informing us that a festival was being held within the grounds on the night of our wedding. This had never been communicated to us, discussed with us or mentioned during the planning process. We had specifically paid a venue charge for exclusive access, which was also advertised as such in the wedding brochure. Finding out at the last minute that another event was taking place on the estate was incredibly distressing and completely contrary to what we believed we had paid for. At the same time, the venue's accountant sent us a request for the final balance just two days before the wedding, despite the contract stating that this should have been issued 14 days beforehand. Because of the venue's extremely poor communication and disorganisation, we were left scrambling to arrange the transfer. The money came from a UK account and, although we had never missed a payment and had repeatedly chased for invoices, the funds had not cleared by the day of the wedding. James then threatened to cancel our wedding the night before it was due to take place. I cannot adequately explain how distressing this was. I was already under enormous pressure and stress in the final hours before my wedding, and instead of being able to enjoy the occasion I was left in tears, terrified that the wedding we had spent months and thousands of euros planning could be pulled from underneath us. No bride should ever be treated this way by her wedding venue. And unfortunately, the problems did not end there. On the morning of the wedding, we were informed that there had been a leak in the main house and that my dad and I could no longer walk through the doors of the house and down to the ceremony — something we had specifically agreed with the venue only four days earlier. Once again, a significant part of our carefully planned wedding had to be changed at the last minute. Then, during the wedding itself, the venue ran out of wine during the meal. They were also unable to serve the beer that we had specifically paid for because the staff could not operate the draft pumps. We had already had our wedding bar menus professionally printed, and this was incredibly embarrassing and disappointing in front of our guests. The staff were repeatedly trying to contact James for assistance, but, as had happened throughout the weekend, he was nowhere to be found and did not answer their calls. In fact, James was conspicuously absent throughout our entire wedding weekend. When we checked in the day before the wedding, he was nowhere to be seen. His absence continued throughout the weekend. When we checked out, we specifically asked to speak to him about everything that had happened. Staff members called him repeatedly — 15 times between his landline and mobile phone — and he failed to answer a single call. We are still waiting to hear from him. The complete lack of accountability, communication and basic professionalism from the owner is astonishing. The level of arrogance and disregard we experienced was completely unacceptable, particularly considering the significant amount of money we paid for our wedding. What makes this even more frustrating is that this was not one isolated incident. This was a catalogue of problems, poor communication, last-minute changes and failures in organisation, both in the months leading up to the wedding and during the wedding weekend itself. Burtown House looks beautiful in photographs, and that was a huge part of why we chose it. But our experience was that the reality fell a long way short of the image being sold. We appreciate that some things are outside a venue's control. However, poor communication, lack of organisation, inadequate preparation, failure to deliver what was paid for and refusing to communicate with a couple during one of the most important and stressful weekends of their lives are not things that can simply be blamed on circumstances. David deserves credit for doing everything he could in the short period of time he had to try to salvage the situation. Unfortunately, he was placed in an impossible position by the lack of organisation before his involvement. This review only covers a handful of the issues we experienced before and during our wedding. We genuinely wish we had chosen somewhere else. If you are considering Burtown House for your wedding, our very strong advice is to reconsider (and read other wedding reviews on trip advisor - there are many saying the same thing). Do not be misled by the beautiful photographs. Based on our experience, the level of service, communication and organisation does not come close to what you would reasonably expect when spending thousands of euros on your wedding.We chose Burtown House for our wedding because of the beautiful grounds, the wildflower garden and the promise of an exclusive, personal wedding experience. Sadly, our experience was so poor that we would strongly recommend that anyone considering Burtown House for their wedding thinks very carefully before booking. From the outset, communication was a major issue. Once our deposit had been paid, James, the owner, effectively went radio silent. Despite numerous emails and phone calls, we received little to no response. Eventually, our emails began being answered by David, who had been employed to take over the wedding planning. David was genuinely fantastic in the short time he had to work with us, but it was abundantly clear that he had been thrown into the deep end after months of very little having been organised. In fact, none of the finer details of our wedding were properly confirmed until the week before the wedding, during a rushed FaceTime call with David. Considering how much money we were paying for our wedding, this level of organisation and communication was completely unacceptable. Four days before our wedding, we arrived at Burtown House to choose the setting for our ceremony. We were then informed that David had left. Given everything that had happened, we were unfortunately not surprised. We were essentially left trying to piece everything together ourselves just days before our wedding. To make matters worse, the grounds were in an appalling condition. The gardens were completely dried out and, despite having specifically chosen Burtown House because of its famous wildflower garden, there were virtually no flowers in bloom. James blamed this on the drought, but having travelled around Kildare, Carlow and Naas, it was very obvious that surrounding areas were still in bloom. It appeared that the grounds had simply not been properly maintained. We consequently had to spend hundreds of euros on additional flowers the day before our wedding just to make the tables look presentable. Then, just two days before our wedding, we received an email informing us that a festival was being held within the grounds on the night of our wedding. This had never been communicated to us, discussed with us or mentioned during the planning process. We had specifically paid a venue charge for exclusive access, which was also advertised as such in the wedding brochure. Finding out at the last minute that another event was taking place on the estate was incredibly distressing and completely contrary to what we believed we had paid for. At the same time, the venue's accountant sent us a request for the final balance just two days before the wedding, despite the contract stating that this should have been issued 14 days beforehand. Because of the venue's extremely poor communication and disorganisation, we were left scrambling to arrange the transfer. The money came from a UK account and, although we had never missed a payment and had repeatedly chased for invoices, the funds had not cleared by the day of the wedding. James then threatened to cancel our wedding the night before it was due to take place. I cannot adequately explain how distressing this was. I was already under enormous pressure and stress in the final hours before my wedding, and instead of being able to enjoy the occasion I was left in tears, terrified that the wedding we had spent months and thousands of euros planning could be pulled from underneath us. No bride should ever be treated this way by her wedding venue. And unfortunately, the problems did not end there. On the morning of the wedding, we were informed that there had been a leak in the main house and that my dad and I could no longer walk through the doors of the house and down to the ceremony — something we had specifically agreed with the venue only four days earlier. Once again, a significant part of our carefully planned wedding had to be changed at the last minute. Then, during the wedding itself, the venue ran out of wine during the meal. They were also unable to serve the beer that we had specifically paid for because the staff could not operate the draft pumps. We had already had our wedding bar menus professionally printed, and this was incredibly embarrassing and disappointing in front of our guests. The staff were repeatedly trying to contact James for assistance, but, as had happened throughout the weekend, he was nowhere to be found and did not answer their calls. In fact, James was conspicuously absent throughout our entire wedding weekend. When we checked in the day before the wedding, he was nowhere to be seen. His absence continued throughout the weekend. When we checked out, we specifically asked to speak to him about everything that had happened. Staff members called him repeatedly — 15 times between his landline and mobile phone — and he failed to answer a single call. We are still waiting to hear from him. The complete lack of accountability, communication and basic professionalism from the owner is astonishing. The level of arrogance and disregard we experienced was completely unacceptable, particularly considering the significant amount of money we paid for our wedding. What makes this even more frustrating is that this was not one isolated incident. This was a catalogue of problems, poor communication, last-minute changes and failures in organisation, both in the months leading up to the wedding and during the wedding weekend itself. Burtown House looks beautiful in photographs, and that was a huge part of why we chose it. But our experience was that the reality fell a long way short of the image being sold. We appreciate that some things are outside a venue's control. However, poor communication, lack of organisation, inadequate preparation, failure to deliver what was paid for and refusing to communicate with a couple during one of the most important and stressful weekends of their lives are not things that can simply be blamed on circumstances. David deserves credit for doing everything he could in the short period of time he had to try to salvage the situation. Unfortunately, he was placed in an impossible position by the lack of organisation before his involvement. This review only covers a handful of the issues we experienced before and during our wedding. We genuinely wish we had chosen somewhere else. If you are considering Burtown House for your wedding, our very strong advice is to reconsider (and read other wedding reviews on trip advisor - there are many saying the same thing). Do not be misled by the beautiful photographs. Based on our experience, the level of service, communication and organisation does not come close to what you would reasonably expect when spending thousands of euros on your wedding.
- SStephanie and Arthur15/11/2025The Best Wedding Venue we could ahve hoped for The Best Wedding Venue we could ahve hoped forWe had such a lovely experience celebrating our wedding at Burtown House and the Green Barn Restaurant. A huge thank you to James and his team for welcoming us so warmly and making sure everything ran smoothly on the day. Mary, Seb, and the waiting staff were brilliant, friendly and always happy to help from setting up the venue the day before to the last taxi leaving. Their service added to the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the day. The food was delicious and beautifully presentedWe had such a lovely experience celebrating our wedding at Burtown House and the Green Barn Restaurant. A huge thank you to James and his team for welcoming us so warmly and making sure everything ran smoothly on the day. Mary, Seb, and the waiting staff were brilliant, friendly and always happy to help from setting up the venue the day before to the last taxi leaving. Their service added to the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the day. The food was delicious and beautifully presented
- CCharlotte and Conor15/11/2025“We fell a little bit in love with Burtownhouse, t“We fell a little bit in love with Burtownhouse, t“We fell a little bit in love with Burtownhouse, the gardens and especially the food during our first visit and quickly knew that it was the venue for us. Joanna and James were very accommodating to all our requests and thanks to their relaxed and calm approach we felt at ease with all our wedding prep. Having our wedding in late September was of course a bit of a gamble and we can’t thank James and the team enough for the flexibility on our wedding day, with the barn prepped but allowing us to “We fell a little bit in love with Burtownhouse, the gardens and especially the food during our first visit and quickly knew that it was the venue for us. Joanna and James were very accommodating to all our requests and thanks to their relaxed and calm approach we felt at ease with all our wedding prep. Having our wedding in late September was of course a bit of a gamble and we can’t thank James and the team enough for the flexibility on our wedding day, with the barn prepped but allowing us to
- DDavid and Liv03/11/2025James and Jo were incredibly collaborativeJames and Jo were incredibly collaborativeFrom the moment Liv and I first set eyes on Burtown House, we were completely captivated, and every single one of our guests shared the same reaction. James and Jo were incredibly collaborative, allowing us to bring so much of our own personality and ideas into the day, which made it feel truly ours. We truly felt privileged to be part of the story at Burtown House, and we’re looking forward to revisiting for years to come. We cannot recommend Burtown enough.From the moment Liv and I first set eyes on Burtown House, we were completely captivated, and every single one of our guests shared the same reaction. James and Jo were incredibly collaborative, allowing us to bring so much of our own personality and ideas into the day, which made it feel truly ours. We truly felt privileged to be part of the story at Burtown House, and we’re looking forward to revisiting for years to come. We cannot recommend Burtown enough.
- GGuido20/11/2023So Amazing So AmazingAmazing place - I highly recommend staying here, especially if you want to take a break from the busy "city life". Yes, the apartment really is as gorgeous as shown in the picture. Make sure you enjoy brunch at the Green Barn - a healthy start into the day and a sensation for your senses. James is a great host, with attention to the details and very forthcoming. This place is a gem which unlikely will remain hidden for long. We will definitely come back.Amazing place - I highly recommend staying here, especially if you want to take a break from the busy "city life". Yes, the apartment really is as gorgeous as shown in the picture. Make sure you enjoy brunch at the Green Barn - a healthy start into the day and a sensation for your senses. James is a great host, with attention to the details and very forthcoming. This place is a gem which unlikely will remain hidden for long. We will definitely come back.
- JJacob20/11/2023What a place this is What a place this isWhat an incredible space! Set within beautiful grounds this is a real escape. The studio is not only furnished immaculately, but filled with a number of unique books and art to get immersed in. I would also highly recommend visiting the on-site Green Barn restaurant. Thank-you, a real privilege to stay here!What an incredible space! Set within beautiful grounds this is a real escape. The studio is not only furnished immaculately, but filled with a number of unique books and art to get immersed in. I would also highly recommend visiting the on-site Green Barn restaurant. Thank-you, a real privilege to stay here!
- AAmy20/11/2023Heaven HeavenI wish I had booked more than 1 night! It’s like leaving the busy world and stepping into paradise! The wafting aroma of lavender starts your journey to unwind. Love this place!I wish I had booked more than 1 night! It’s like leaving the busy world and stepping into paradise! The wafting aroma of lavender starts your journey to unwind. Love this place!
- KKaitlin20/11/2023Blissful BlissfulEven better than the photos! The property is gorgeous and the Green Barn Restaurant was exceptional 😊Even better than the photos! The property is gorgeous and the Green Barn Restaurant was exceptional 😊
- NNick Coveney20/11/2023Magical MagicalThis place is magical. An estate that’s been in the family since it was built in the 1700’s, with all the amenities you expect from a first class stay. This made a perfect home base for the southeastern leg of our journey, and honestly made me wish we had more time just to explore the grounds. Our very responsive and interesting host James made us feel truly at home in his impeccably well-appointed and luxurious Stable House. Wandering the grounds led to amazing moments, including a friendly dogThis place is magical. An estate that’s been in the family since it was built in the 1700’s, with all the amenities you expect from a first class stay. This made a perfect home base for the southeastern leg of our journey, and honestly made me wish we had more time just to explore the grounds. Our very responsive and interesting host James made us feel truly at home in his impeccably well-appointed and luxurious Stable House. Wandering the grounds led to amazing moments, including a friendly dog
- JJason Reamsbottom20/11/2023Amazing Accommodation and Restaurant Amazing Accommodation and RestaurantHad a lovely dinner/lunch with a bottle of wine. Staff were extremely helpful, friendly & talkative. Nice relaxed atmosphere vibe to the whole area and will definitely be going again. Stayed the night on-site in the studio apartment & again could not fault the layout, size and comfort of the space. Looking forward to the next time! Thanks.Had a lovely dinner/lunch with a bottle of wine. Staff were extremely helpful, friendly & talkative. Nice relaxed atmosphere vibe to the whole area and will definitely be going again. Stayed the night on-site in the studio apartment & again could not fault the layout, size and comfort of the space. Looking forward to the next time! Thanks.
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
When our lovely girls decided on the Pergola and the dripping Wisteria for their ceremony : all our couples get to decide where they wish to get married : anything is possible here at Burtown !!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Let us do the work !! We love to work with you to create the magical day.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Bespoke amazing seasonal decoration
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Rustic, Chic, attention to detail, gardens, incredible food grown on site, unique aesthetics
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
In the wild flower meadows
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes but its secret
What’s your favourite canapé?
We don't have favourites : there are so many beautiful things
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Wood fired Pizza
What is your venue's most unique feature?
An 18th Century house thats never been sold with an award winning ultra chic restaurant.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The series of surprises.
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