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Your special occasion deserves a special location. Natural Lands offers a beautiful historic garden available for private rental.

a large stone mansion surrounded by trees and shrubs with a vast green lawn and blue and pinkish clouds in the sky

Stoneleigh: a natural garden

Located in Villanova, PA, in the heart of the Main Line, Stoneleigh: a natural garden is one of the newest public gardens in the Philadelphia region. This magnificent 42-acre former private estate is the perfect venue for your special occasion. There are two spaces available for rent, the Main House and Pool House.

rental rates

Main House

The grand Tudor Revival-style Main House’s first floor and adjoining outdoor terraces, along with a full catering kitchen, is an elegant gathering space that can accommodate 125 guests seated or 175 standing.

$2,500 – weekday (Tuesday – Thursday); four-hour event
$4,500 – weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday); four-hour event

Pool House

The Pool House can accommodate 25 guests seated or 35 standing. An adjacent bluestone terrace may be tented to increase the accommodation to 80 guests seated or 110 standing.

$1,000 – weekday (Tuesday – Thursday); four-hour event
$1,200 – weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday); four-hour event

please note

Rentals may start no earlier than 5:30 PM.
We are currently unable to host weddings or wedding receptions.
Photography guidelines
To inquire about rentals, contact us.

Stoneleigh photo gallery

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- The Main House and terrace in summer at Stoneleigh.

Photo by Laurie Carrozzino Photography
- One of the stained glass windows in the Main House at Stoneleigh.

Photo by David Korbonits
- The Main House at Stoneleigh in the fall, with the bright yellow leaves of the Ginkgo tree.

Photo by David Korbonits
- The Main House at Stoneleigh with fall plantings.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- A glimpse inside the Main House at Stoneleigh.

Photo by Danielle Curley
- The Main House set up for an event.

Photo by Danielle Curley
- The Main House set up for an event, with fireplace and stained glass windows.

Photo by Danielle Curley
- The Main House set up for an event, with a large fireplace and organ in view.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- Inside the Main House at Stoneleigh set up for an event.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- High-top tables set up for an event at Stoneleigh inside the Main House.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- Tables and chairs set up for an event inside the Main House at Stoneleigh.

Photo by Benjamin Szmidt
- A drone photo of the landscaped area around the Pool House at Stoneleigh.

Photo by Benjamin Szmidt
- A drone photo of the Pool House at Stoneleigh surrounded by bluestone pavers with circular bog gardens.

Photo by David Korbonits
- Carnivorous pitcher plants in the bog gardens near the Pool House.

Photo by Mae Axelrod
- Stoneleigh’s Pool House set up for an event.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- The accordion doors open for an event at the Pool House.

Photo by Samantha Nestory
- The Pool House set up with AV.

12th Street Catering

our preferred catering partner

One of the premier full-service catering companies in the region, 12^th Street Catering brings more than 30 years of industry experience, innovative and delicious menus, and the highest level of service to events large and small. Their menus are carefully personalized and curated to satisfy preferences and requests while delivering an amazing culinary experience.

12th Street Catering is one of the only “green” catering companies in the Philadelphia region. They are committed to providing and incorporating fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients into every dish. 12th Street’s headquarters has six raised rooftop beds and three plots of land in front of the building to grow produce for their menus.