Hilltop Ceremonies, Spanish Courtyard Celebrations

The Willows is a historic Main Line wedding venue in Villanova, PA. It is set on rolling hills and surrounded by nature.

The elegant Spanish Revival-style mansion features views of Willows Park Preserve. The venue rental includes the use of its patios, gardens and courtyards for your special day.

A Historic Mansion With a New Chapter

Set within 47.5 acres of beautiful parkland, The Willows Mansion offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Main Line. Its hilltop setting, distinctive architecture, and surrounding greenery create a romantic atmosphere for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and photographs.

The mansion is also part of an ongoing preservation story. In 2019, a community-led effort began with a 25-year lease from Radnor Township to restore the historic property and reopen it as a welcoming gathering place. Today, the mansion hosts weddings, celebrations, cultural programs, and community events.

Event Spaces & Capacity

The Willows accommodates weddings of up to 150 guests. Smaller indoor celebrations may also be arranged, depending on the season and event layout.

• The Willows Mansion: The historic Spanish Revival mansion offers inviting interiors and architectural character for wedding celebrations and gatherings.

• Hillside Reception Tent — Up to 150 Guests: The outdoor tent provides a setting for seated wedding receptions surrounded by the property's rolling landscape. Tented receptions typically accommodate approximately 120–150 guests.

• Solarium: An indoor space for dancing and celebrating following dinner beneath the tent.

• Patios & Courtyards: Outdoor gathering areas allow guests to mingle while enjoying the mansion's distinctive architecture and surrounding greenery.

• Gardens & Parkland: The 47.5-acre property features landscaped grounds, rolling hills, and scenic views for wedding ceremonies and portraits.

Why Couples Love The Willows

• A Historic Main Line Landmark: Spanish Revival architecture gives the mansion a distinctive character that feels elegant without being overly formal.

• 47.5 Acres of Natural Beauty: Rolling hills, gardens, and wooded surroundings create a peaceful atmosphere for ceremonies and photographs.

• Indoor & Outdoor Flexibility: Couples can enjoy a reception beneath the hillside tent, dancing in the solarium, and gatherings throughout the mansion's patios and courtyards.

• A Hilltop Setting With a View: The elevated location overlooks Willows Park Preserve, offering beautiful scenery throughout the celebration.

• A Mansion With a New Chapter: Ongoing preservation and revitalization efforts are helping restore this historic Radnor Township property for future generations.

• A Venue With Community Roots: The Willows is more than an event space. It is a gathering place for weddings, cultural programs, educational activities, and community celebrations.

Contact The Willows today for more information or to schedule a site tour.