9 Beautiful Outdoor Wedding Venues in Maryland and Virginia
As the COVID-19 pandemic eases in the United States, more and more couples are looking to tie the knot in 2021. Outdoor weddings have been massively popular all over the country as they pose an ideal way to hold a beautiful wedding and reception while maintaining COVID protocols.
Looking to tie the knot outdoors in the mid-Atlantic? Maryland and Virginia have some of the most beautiful landscapes, vistas, historical buildings and rustic farms on the East Coast, and the venue choices in this region make the most of everything it has to offer. We present to you a few of our favorite outdoor venues in the Maryland and Virginia area.
Fredericksburg, VA
Whether your wedding and reception call for a smaller casual gathering or a large formal affair, you can have it any way your vision desires in Fredericksburg. The area boasts endless natural beauty with rivers, gardens, barns, wineries and stunning landscapes. There are plenty of local vendors and venues to choose from to guide you through the planning process from meal preparation, from wine tastings and vineyard to carriage and trolley rides along historical streets.
Photo courtesy of Potomac Point Winery
Potomac Point Winery & Vineyard
Potomac Point is a Mediterranean winery in Northern Virginia. The estate will make you feel as if you’ve entered Tuscany, with brick walls draped with ivy, Italian architectural features, and rolling fields of grapevines. Potomac Point has award-winning food and wine selections, and paired with incredible scenery, it’s an unforgettable destination.
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Stevenson Ridge
Stevenson Ridge is an ideal location for outdoor weddings and receptions as it also features an inn with historic cottages and cabins for guests to rent. Boasting some of the best-preserved Civil War trenches in private ownership, visitors can tour the fascinating trenches, fish in the on-site pond, or take a stroll through one of the estate’s wooded paths during their stay.
St. Mary’s County, MD
Looking to have a vintage feel with old-fashioned glamour or a waterfront gathering on a sandy beach with panoramic views of the Potomac River? Perhaps the rustic charm or barns, lush green meadows and split rail fences are more your style. All of these beautiful settings can be found in St. Mary’s County located in Southern Maryland.
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Jubilee Farm & Vineyard
The formal gardens and vineyards at the peninsula of Jubilee Farm form a very private enclave, perfect for a secluded, serene celebration. Wedding ceremonies and receptions can be accommodated for up to 200 at the Winer Barn. This rustic, Amish-built barn contains oak barrels and steel tanks amid draped garden lights for a completely authentic winery wedding.
Swanendele Inn
Swanendele Inn is an elegant, family-owned country inn nestled on the shore of the Chesapeake Bay and St. Jerome’s Creek. Although not an outdoor wedding destination, this inn is the perfect place for an intimate local honeymoon getaway in Southern Maryland.
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Cecil County, MD
From classic elegance to casual country charm, Cecil County has wedding venues to transform your daydream into reality. With a rich history to add to its charm, you will be surrounded by the beauty of nature along rolling hillsides, classic farms and rustic barns, waterfront vistas and covered bridges, as well as lush vineyards and peaceful woods.
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Bohemia Overlook
Bohemia Overlook sprawls over 160 idyllic acres and sits on the shore of the scenic Elk River with unparalleled views. With three venue choices (the manor, the beach, and the barn), couples will have their pick of their ideal setting for their ceremony and reception whether they are looking for something more traditional, something a little laid back, or something rustic.
Mount Harmon Plantation
There is no shortage of photo opportunities at Mount Harmon Plantation to host the perfect day with million-dollar scenery everywhere you look. Mount Harmon is a tidewater plantation and nature preserve, and features a restored 18th century manor house, colonial kitchen, smoke house, formal boxwood garden and more, set on 200-acres nature preserve with nature trails, and a spectacular waterfront setting.
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Fairwinds Farm & stables
Family and guests can choose to stay at the Fairwinds Farm Bed & Breakfast to take full advantage of all there is from an afternoon hike, horseback riding along scenic trails, golfing at Patriots Glen National Golf Club or biking to the lighthouse overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Fairwinds has beautiful outdoor ceremony, reception and portrait spots.
Allegany County, MD
If you’re wanting a wedding location with mountains as far as the eye can see, Allegany County is the place to go! Known as the Mountain Side of Maryland, the region is rich with historical homes, ornate chapels, vistas with breathtaking views, and rustic barns and farms.
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Evergreen Heritage Center
Nestled in the Mountains of Western Maryland, Evergreen provides a scenic setting for your special day. With a newly restored historic barn and picturesque, Evergreen is a unique and peaceful setting to host your family & friends. There are numerous charming spots on the grounds and walking trails that are the perfect backdrop for amazing rustic wedding photos.
Cumberland Country Club
Set in rolling hills and lush forests, your outdoor wedding will be surrounded by a gorgeous natural backdrop of picture-perfect scenery at the Cumberland Country Club. The club’s spacious patio overlooks a pristine pool, perfect for the ceremony or reception. Considered to be one of the finest country clubs in the region, this venue is a great spot for those seeking a traditional setting.
Photo courtesy of Cumberland Country Club