Visitors' Comments
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Lesley and Tom,
Thank you for the lovely tour and hospitality of your wonderful home's Birdsong Pleasure Garden!
I was so glad I joined the band of DAR ladies from our Massanutten Chapter last Tuesday!
The lovely lunch spot with stunning centerpiece was "icing on the cake" of a delightful sojourn in "your nature". Regards, Missy -
Dear Tom and Lesley,
I hope you all are enjoying this beautiful fall and I'm sure you're getting your gardens ready for winter. It was wonderful coming out for the Chamber Business After Hours at Birdsong Pleasure Garden- thank you for hosting!
Chris
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Lesley,
Thank you so much for your spontaneous spirit and for your willingness to share those beautiful gardens that you and Tom have loved and cultivated. It was such a gift to us!
We planted the seeds that you gave us and look forward to seeing things grow. Truly a VIP walk through your gardens for us both.
Thank you again for a lovely time.
Blessings,
Rich and Mel -
Devynn Breen
starstarstarstarstar 2 days ago
If you’re in or traveling through Luray, VA, I highly recommend visiting!
Lesley gave us a great tour of the gardens her and her husband Tom have been working on for 30+ years and it was beautiful!
They had pictures up to show the transformation of the property which was really cool to see. We got to smell all the herbs and fragrant plants, I got some seeds to take home for my own garden, and even some lemon type leaf to make essential oils from! It was such a pleasure to spend some time here and Lesley and Tom were absolutely wonderful hosts! -
Reviewed by Jbeckyp
Must do when in Luray, VA.
What a fun and magical place!
The owners greet you and walk you around their beautiful grounds! What a treat! From a meditation garden, to beautiful views and amazing plants and flowers, this place is a gem! Even if you don’t know about flowers/different types of flowers and trees, this is a must-do! Unique experience that you will enjoy! 🌺 You Will even find out fun info about bees! -
Reviewed by Rccassidy
Apr 17, 2022
Stunning private gardens!!
We cannot rave enough about these gardens and their charming stewards.
Leslie and Tom have spent 30 years developing their 3 acres into the beautiful, bountiful, lush paradise it is today. It is available to visit by appointment only as well as for events.
All fees collected are donated to VA Land Conservancy. Absolutely worth the visit. -
Great 2 Hour Tour of Home Gardens
Leslie & Tom were a pleasure to meet. They share their home gardens and present a 2 hour walking tour. They share a wealth of knowledge about organic gardening and forestry. Leslie has quite a sense of humor and made the tour great fun and interesting. -
I really love ur garden and you were so sweet. I appreciate the personal touches of the experience. I will definitely be back in the future.
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Thank you dear Lesley! You are so sweet, and your garden so inspiring and good for the soul!
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Rema Vijayan
September 4 at 1:34 AM
Wow what a beautiful place. -
Review left by Being Better
5 stars
The owner, Tom Mack showed us around in about an hour. His tour was interesting and he kept our boys with their short attention spans engaged.
The garden has so many beautiful things, could have easily spent hours there. Multiple ponds, trees, flowers, herbs. It's the garden of a garden lovers dream. I highly recommend if you're near Luray to make a reservation. -
Vernon, Oliver, Sam and I loved our tour of the beautiful gardens!
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Tom did a great job!
We really enjoyed seeing your beautiful gardens. I particularly enjoyed the bonsai that you, Lesley, are working on. -
Thank you for a lovely tour! We had such a good time, and we will be back every season to experience the garden in all her flavors.
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We had such a wonderful time! Thank you so much for letting us into your little corner of the world 💜
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Lesley Mack thank you for a wonderful afternoon. That was the first time I heard Ronin say “wow”
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Pam Shoemaker- Wightman recommends Birdsong Pleasure Garden.
Absolutely beautiful! Great tour. I can’t wait to go back for another season! -
Lesley, thank you so much for the awesome tour of your property. I loved every minute. You are so kind and knowledgeable. I am truly inspired.
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Lesley,
Thank you for sharing your joy and knowledge with all things gardens! We thoroughly enjoyed your tour and beautiful paradise! We will certainly return again soon! -
What an enjoyable afternoon! Beautiful gardens to visit.
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Hi Lesley,
Thank you for the photos!
We had a lovely dinner with the eggplants and tomatoes you guys gave us! We pan fried them together with Italian seasoning, salt, and some red pepper flakes, and they were absolutely delicious!
Thank you for what you guys do, and the wonderful message being sent to everyone.
Zoe, Karen, Eva and Jelly -
Thanks for a wonderful tour and an unforgettable experience in your beautiful garden. We were both so impressed by the creativity and effort you and Tom have poured into your property.
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Review left by Brian Zientak
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It's decent. Probably more so if you're super into gardening, which I am not. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and they have a wonderful view of the mountains behind the property as well. The lady running the VIP tour was super nice and cut us a deal without asking when we had to cut our visit short. If this is up your alley, pay them a visit. But it's by appointment only, so make sure you plan ahead. -
Fri, Jul 8, 2022
Lesley,
Thank you so much for the time we spent in you incredible gardens today.
Happy Gardening!
Amy Kinsey -
Thank you so much for agreeing to be a "Host Garden" in the 2022 Gardening in the Valley Tour!
We appreciate all you did towards making the event a success. -
Lesley,
We sure enjoyed our tour. I never tire of visiting your beautiful place. You and Tom have created a little paradise there. So much work - but is is obviously a labor of love for you two. Thank you for sharing it with the world. All the best, Julia -
Review left by Kevin Yochim
5 Stars
We did our wedding "First Look" at the garden and it was spectacular!
Leslie was very kind and accommodating.
Worth a visit! -
Bill Lottman recommends Birdsong Pleasure Garden.
June 17, 2022
Take the VIP tour ! A wonderful, informative and peaceful time. This couple acre spot has a natural yet cultivated vibe. We are moving into a home in the country and this type landscape is very much what we plan to do, albeit on a smaller scale. Lesley will not disappoint with her knowledge and experience. -
Leslie and Tom, both know soooo much about their plants. We enjoyed every minute of our visit.
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Hello! We had such a wonderful time. Your gardens are just beautiful!!
We will definitely be back again sometime. -
Thank you for a lovely visit yesterday. Your gardens are an amazing work of art.
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Thanks so much for the incredible tour. I hope we can remember just a fraction of what we learned.
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5-Star Review on Google
Very Nice! -
5-Star
Tour of the garden was informative and fascinating! Tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend! -
Dear Lesley and Tom,
This is the most beautiful 3 acres in Virginia! Lesley and Tom are charming and exceedingly patient! The gardens are the glorious product of 30 yrs of loving, artist, savvy work. They are available to visit, for picnics, engagements, so much more. All fees are donated to Virginia Land Conservancy. -
Lesley,
We so enjoyed your beautiful gardens and meeting you and Tom.
We are taking home a delightful memory. Thank you! -
I was looking for things to do with my 94 year old dad in Luray and came across your gardens. So glad that we called you, my Dad really enjoyed talking to you both and your gardens are beautiful!!
(Sorry it took me so long to write.) -
Thanks so much Lesley.
You and Tom made the field trip so much fun for the kids.
Also, I got to remember how awesome gardening is and felt inspired not only to take care of my indoor plants but my outdoor plants.
Gardening is such a lovely practice. My hope is that maybe, not now but somewhere along the future, these kids can remember the trip and the place and head back to your garden with their families. They can experience it at different seasons and learn to cultivate.
Perhaps, that will put into perspective that they are part of a bigger environment. They are learning so many things now but one day it will all click.
A few people were already connecting the dots as to how the subjects they are learning in school work together. All this to say that they are learning how things work :) -
Dear Lesley,
We loved our tour of your impressive garden. The collections and placement of material throughout the three acres was gorgeous. Clearly it has been and continues to be a labor of love and benefits so many creatures, critters and people too.
Thanks for the photos. They are a reminder of the beauty of your property:)) -
You may recall, that our friend, David arranged a lovely day at your garden for Ben and our son, Michael, and grandson, Cole. You very kindly gave me a ginkgo tree. I am pleased to report that the “tree” is thriving and it now 18 inches. Should you and your husband ever be planning a trip to Browntown way, we should be delighted if you would visit us. We spend a great deal of time working in the gardens but they cannot compete with your beautiful gardens!
John -
5.0 star rating 11/8/2020
This an absolute must-see if you're in the area! Not only is the garden absolutely amazing, but the owners are so very kind and full of knowledge about all plants and flowers! I was shocked to learn that they owners do all of the work plus the tours.
Long story short, this garden is gorgeous and I highly recommend checking it out. Also, reserve a spot for a picnic, we booked in advance and enjoyed lunch with a gorgeous view! -
5.0 star rating 4/17/2021
What a fantastic garden tour done by people who clearly love gardening and flowers. A beautiful 3+ acres to stroll through. -
Steve and I just wanted to say it was a pleasure meeting you both and really enjoyed our time spent with you. I wish we could have stayed longer. We're heading home tomorrow but will keep in touch. Please keep doing what you are doing because you do it well!
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Lesley,
Great meeting both of you. I grew up farming and gardening and I have a great appreciation for the beautiful work you two have created over time. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality. See you in the spring. -
Thank you soooo much for the tour, the peppers and all the information! We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly!!! My husband thought YOU were absolutely delightful!
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5 Stars!!!
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Hi there!
This is Mikaela with Mikaela Heck Photography. I had a session at your garden on Wednesday! I just wanted to send some pics! And tell you thanks again for letting us take pictures at Birdsong!
Thank you!
Mikaela -
Lesley and Tom,
What a pleasure it was to tour your Birdsong Pleasure
Garden ~
What love, dedication and vision is shown at every turn. I might have to make this a seasonal venture to enjoy all your garden has to offer. It is truly "a Designated Virginia Treasure site." Thank you for sharing it with the world. My best to you both ~ Anne -
Hi Lesley, just a note of appreciation to you and Tom for the garden tour yesterday. I was amazed at the work you’ve done there and the beautiful retreat you’ve created. A wonderfully designed garden, with interesting plants and thoughtful plant combinations. Every garden is different, but yours is outstanding. I’d like to come back, and take the tour again.
Thanks for such a thoroughly enjoyable visit. -
Yesterday we decided to take a break and go enjoy the local scenery since the day was absolutely beautiful. We visited a place I have wanted to go to for over a year and it was so rewarding! Thank you Birdsong Pleasure Garden for letting us tour your beautiful gardens and spending so much time educating us on plants, trees, flowers and horticulture. We learned so much and you have reignited our passion for gardening!! It was truly amazing. Your gardens and you both are truly beautiful. We are so happy and grateful there are folks like you that have so much passion for nature! For anyone who has not visited Birdsong Pleasure Gardens you are missing out!
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