Take a look at the top 7 wedding venues in Virginia I recommend for everything from a wedding weekend to an intimate garden party. Explore manors, riverside estates, and tucked-away gardens throughout Virginia.
Goodstone Inn
Middleburg, Virginia
Home to an extensive wine cellar and an exquisite countryside resort, Goodstone Inn is a Virginia wedding venue that feels like your own private estate. If you’re looking for a luxurious, yet comfortable getaway, you’ll love embracing what they call “the good life of the Virginia countryside.” I, for one, adore the garden feel of their Conservatory location — it has everything you could ask for when it comes to an indoor option with natural light. Their Ivy Wall is another favorite, ideal for lush outdoor weddings that feel classic and inviting. Nestled on 265 acres, it’s an oasis you can easily return to for anniversary celebrations, or perhaps just a day trip to use the heated pool and hot tub. (P.S. It was named one of the top 10 most romantic inns by USA Today.)
- Secluded 265 acres
- Indoor and outdoor venue options
- On-site lodging with 18 guest suites (ask about their pool access and bistro breakfast)
- Options for signature cocktails and late-night bites
- In-house bartending and catering
- On-site activities: heated swimming pool, hot tub, bocci, fire pit
- 2 restaurants and bar
- Wine cellar with global selections
Airlie
Fauquier County, Virginia
Another countryside retreat with 300 acres, Airlie is a northern Virginia wedding venue that takes on a modern twist (with an on-site Top Golf suite as a noticeable difference). What I love most, though, is the fact that it doesn’t stray from its historic roots as a manor — even the golf option makes sense knowing that the original owner was a writer and sportsman. While this hotel venue boasts clean, modern guest suites, the landscaping honors the original intent and farming background — evoking peace as you walk up to the muted yellow facade or stroll through their lush gardens. They even have a butterfly garden available for events, but their formal garden is ideal for a traditional ceremony with an aisle, stone pathway, and green surroundings. For a sit-down dinner or reception, they have a 2,800 sq. foot enclosed pavilion with skylights and a wrap-around porch.
- Indoor and outdoor venue options
- On-site lodging
- All-inclusive packages available
- Swimming pool, fire pits, tennis, golf, biking, hiking
- Designated Historic Hotel of America
- Farm-to-table catering
Dover Hall
Goochland County, Virginia
A castle-like Virginia wedding venue that brings a European essence right here to Virginia, Dover Hall is a 38,000-square-foot private estate with 55 acres. Surprisingly, it was completed in 2000 — giving it a more convenient edge with modern amenities. Enjoy their spacious getting-ready suites and then easily host your ceremony inside or out. Their two-tiered library is a statement piece and the Pub Par is certainly a crowd favorite. Take a look and you’ll see why it was named the “Best in North America for Weddings, Parties, and Celebrations” by Condé Nast Johansens.
- Indoor and outdoor venue options
- Host up to 400 guests
- Stunning getting-ready suites — the Queen Elizabeth and the Billiards Room
- Award-winning chef
- Signature wine label and vineyards (with a wine club for easy reminiscing)
- Reflection pool
Red Fox Inn & Tavern
Middleburg, Virginia
A classic and historic Virginia wedding venue, the Red Fox Inn is as charismatic as the name implies. A jewel of the local area since 1728, imagine staying on site and enjoying an intimate breakfast in the tavern, followed later by a ceremony in the garden and a sit-down reception in the tented terrace. Here, it’s cozy and charming with a deep, storied history that will become part of your own legacy.
- Intimate setting with gardens
- On-site lodging with 22 suites and cottages
- Seasonal cuisine
- Two getting-ready suites
- Stone walls, large trees, heirloom flowers
Salamander Resort & Spa
Middleburg, Virginia
A top choice for an award-winning wedding venue with spa amenities, the Salamander Resort is a five-star destination with an abundance of indulgences. Feel immersed with a garden-to-table experience with a reception in the culinary garden. Enjoy your alfresco conversations while surrounded by the very herbs and produce used in your flavorful dish. The terrace is a more traditional choice or the grand lawn. Here, it is sure to be iconic and well-attended with their concierge level of service.
- On-site hotel, restaurant, spa, winery
- Host up to 450 guests
- Indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, putting green, full equestrian center
- Lawn games like croquet, bocce ball, corn hole and life-sized chess
Other Wedding Venues in Virginia to Consider
Great Marsh Estate
A unique setting that feels like it has endless possibilities — the Great Marsh Estate is a 1980s build that was designed to capture the aesthetic of a traditional Georgian Manor House. Host up to 200 guests and celebrate in a picturesque location with a sprawling lawn, timeless architecture and even a renovated stable.
Estate at River Run
Conveniently located between Charlottesville and Richmond, the Estate at River Run is a riverside mansion with a front lawn, ballroom, pool, on-site accommodations and more. Originally built as a private residence, you have the opportunity to enjoy the decadent personalizations — from the English Oak spiral staircase to the musician’s gallery.
Final Thoughts on Virginia Wedding Venues
At the end of the day, your best option for a wedding venue in Virginia is the one that delicately complements your story – aligning with your vision and the story you can’t wait to tell. For more recommendations, just send a note on Instagram or browse more ideas. As a DMV wedding photographer, I’m happy to help you carve out an experience that is meaningful and traditional in all the right ways.
