45 of the Most Romantic Wedding Venues in the U.S.A


What makes a place “romantic” is different for every couple. Whether it's a luxurious retreat tucked away in Northern California's renowned Wine Country, a picturesque mountaintop resort in Colorado, a serene working farm in rural Georgia, or a stately French chateau situated on the banks of Narragansett Bay...whatever your vision may be, you're bound to find a favorite among these jaw-dropping, oh-so-beautiful-we-could-cry wedding venues scattered across the United States.



ALABAMA



Red Gates at Kelly Creek

Odenville, AL

Fab Features: beautiful 2-story barn surrounded by gorgeous grounds and just minutes from downtown Birmingham • exchange vows on the manicured lawn backed by towering trees or next to a serene pond • endless DIY opportunities and access to their extensive list of preferred vendors

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Fountainview Mansion

Auburn, AL

Fab Features: lavish estate set on 100 pristine acres • endless photo ops among the elaborate staircases and balconies, gorgeous gardens, a pool with classical statues, carved marble mantels, and antique-filled interiors • stylish accommodations with top-of-the-line amenities

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$


ARIZONA



L'Auberge de Sedona

Sedona, AZ

Fab Features: spiritual and indulgent getaway • luscious natural beauty meets elegant luxury in multiple secluded indoor/outdoor event spaces • generous packages include a complimentary stay for the couple, a bouquet and boutonnière, and one hour of photography

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village

Sedona, Arizona

Fab Features: a picturesque collection of galleries and shops fashioned after a traditional Mexican village • the exquisite chapel offers an unforgettable backdrop for intimate vows, with its stained-glass windows and hand-painted mural behind the altar • authentic detailing, Old World charm, stately trees, and beautiful plantings create an elegant backdrop for all wedding day festivities

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$


CALIFORNIA



Peltzer Winery

Temecula, CA

Fab Features: romantic family-owned vineyard nestled among rolling hills and acres of vines • say "I do" in the charming garden, custom-designed for exquisite ceremonies, on a patio with panoramic views of the vineyard, or beneath a canopy of mulberry trees and market lights • the charming Crush House barn blends elements of industrial farmhouse vibes and Wine Country elegance

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Beaulieu Garden

Rutherford, California

Fab Features: gorgeous estate setting with a sunken garden • pool and lawn area perfect for a warm, casual cocktail hour • delectable dinners served beneath a lush, vine-covered arbor adorned with twinkle lights

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

The Haven at Tomales

Tomales, California

Fab Features: secluded outdoor retreat set on 1,000-acres of preserved farmland • variety of event spaces from the terraced garden to the historic barn • al fresco celebrations set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a shimmering pond

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$


COLORADO



The Lyons Farmette

Lyons, CO

Fab Features: boutique flower farm is nestled near the St. Vrain river • the picturesque grounds boasts four acres of flower and vegetable gardens that are used to provide the bounty and décor for wedding celebrations • fun extras like a quaint farmhouse and a vintage Airstream trailer to serve as individual dressing areas for the wedding parties, a cute 1954 Chevy truck for photos, a bonfire spot

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

The Little Nell

Aspen, Colorado

Fab Features: the Wedding Deck is perched over 11,000 feet above sea level, with sweeping views of the Elk Mountains and Highlands Bowl • the cozy, intimate Aspen Mountain Club is perfect in winter, with views of the snow-capped peaks • each of the hotel's luxury suites comes with its own fireplace, heated marble floors, complimentary refreshments and snacks, and more

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$


CONNECTICUT



Villa Bianca

Seymour, Connecticut

Fab Features: exchange vows in the country-inspired wedding chapel • al fresco celebrations year-round in their one-of-a-kind pergola • the ballroom impresses with its sweeping staircase and Venetian style, hand-painted rose arbors and cherubs

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


FLORIDA



Ever After Farms | Blueberry Barn

Mims, FL

Fab Features: gorgeous ceremonies under a shady oak followed by receptions in a lovely white barn • dreamy photo ops in a boat on the sparkling pond, beside a restored 1955 Studebaker, atop a flower vine tree swing, or even in a Cinderella Carriage • affordable and inclusive pricing packages ensure easy planning and exceptional flexibility

Catering: BYO
Price: $$ • $$$

Key Largo Lighthouse Hidden Beach

Key Largo, Florida

Fab Features: a tropical oasis that feels like your own private island • exchange vows on a pristine white sand secluded beach with unobstructed views of the Atlantic • make it a weekend wedding and enjoy the luxurious beach houses that sleep up to 15 people

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$

Bella Collina

Montverde, FL

Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired event space in the rolling hills of Lake County • the expansive Grand Lawn boasts fountains, soaring cypress trees, and exceptional views of Lake Siena • luxe on-site amenities like restaurants, a championship golf course, and a full-service spa

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Cypress Creek Farmhouse

Astatula, FL

Fab Features: secluded, lushly landscaped venue surrounded by natural beauty • exchange vows beside a sparkling pond underneath a cool circular "arbor" • picture perfect touches include a towering hedge wall, a romantic tree swing, and a vibrant, whimsical mural featuring oversized hibiscus and roses

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$


GEORGIA



Barnsley Resort

Adairsville, GA

Fab Features: exquisite 1840s estate-turned-luxury resort set on 3,000 lush acres • al fresco celebrations among the manicured gardens or amid the 19th-century Manor House Ruins and elegant indoor events in the fireplace-accented Georgian Hall • plush lodgings in the English-inspired Inn or upscale cottages with plenty of amenities like a swimming pool, nightly s'mores, and an award-winning golf course

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$

The Barn at High Point Farms

Flintstone, GA

Fab Features: family-owned, working farm with an authentic barn and vintage farmhouse • outdoor events in a grove of trees or on the lawn with horses and goats grazing nearby • choose your flowers right from the farm and let them handle all your floral needs!

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Greyfield Inn

Cumberland Island, GA

Fab Features: dreamy historic inn set on Cumberland Island • ceremonies under a canopy of live oaks on the expansive lawn • epic photos ops in the marshlands, on the landscaped grounds, and on the sandy shore

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$


ILLINOIS



The Armour House at Lake Forest Academy

Lake Forest, IL

Fab Features: stunning Italianate mansion with 170 expansive acres of manicured grounds • the elegant Garden Room boasts a marble fountain and floor-to-ceiling arched windows that bring the outside in • elegant outdoor ceremonies with a dramatic stone pergola and sparkling reflecting pool as a dreamy backdrop

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Café Brauer at the Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: architecturally stunning Prairie School design with a vaulted skylit ceiling and Tiffany-inspired glass chandeliers • variety of unique indoor and outdoor spaces • breathtaking views of Chicago's famous skyline available from the venue's terraces

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$


LOUISIANA



Stella Events and Adventures

Braithwaite, Louisiana

Fab Features: picturesque country venue set on 1500 lush acres • ceremonies beneath towering oaks or on the historic homes split staircase • receptions in a contemporary barn or the open-air brick pavilion illuminated by stringed market lights

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$


MARYLAND



Bohemia Manor Farm at Chateau Bu-De Vineyard

Chesapeake City, Maryland

Fab Features: a beautiful Old World-style winery set on the banks of the Bohemia River • intimate wedding in the rustic Tasting Room Barn or outside among the rolling, vine-covered hills • packages include wonderful amenities like a plush bridal suite in the Manor House, or chauffeur services to and from your event in the Chateau's luxe Rolls-Royce

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


MASSACHUSETTS



Hammond Castle Museum

Gloucester, MA

Fab Features: a fairytale-like replica of a medieval castle complete with turrets and a drawbridge • ceremonies in the gardens or on a dramatic rocky bluff along the windswept Gloucester coast • guests can enjoy the scenic grounds as well as the owner's extensive collection of wonderful Medieval and Renaissance artifacts

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $


MICHIGAN



Castle Farms

Charlevoix, Michigan

Fab Features: meticulously restored French-inspired castle • al fresco celebrations among the picturesque gardens • a cathedral ceiling and stunning chandelier centerpiece in the Knight's Castle event room offer a dramatic backdrop for your reception

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


MINNESOTA



The Van Dusen Mansion

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fab Features: stately 1890s manor home in the heart of Downtown • the one-of-a-kind facade is made up of pink Sioux quartzite and a fascinating blend of Romanesque and French Renaissance architectural design • the grounds boast formal gardens, a grand courtyard, a two-story Carriage House, an amply-sized traditional ballroom, and wonderful bride and groom suites

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


NEW HAMPSHIRE



Searles Castle

Windham, NH

Fab Features: awe-inspiring English Tudor-style castle perched on a hill atop a 125-acre estate • ceremonies set along an elegant crenelated wall beneath the arms of lush trees, followed by al fresco cocktails and passed bites on the landscaped courtyard • grand receptions in the Palladian-style event tent, which boasts an oversized dance floor

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


NEW JERSEY



Park Chateau Estate and Gardens

East Brunswick, New Jersey

Fab Features: spectacular manor designed after a classic French countryside estate • ceremonies in a private chapel nestled among the gardens, or overlooking a graceful lily pond encircled by flowers • the 17th century-inspired ballroom is adorned with opulent chandeliers hung from an elaborately embellished recessed ceiling

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$

Hudson House

Jersey City, NJ

Fab Features: prime riverfront location with panoramas that include the Freedom Tower, Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Verrazano bridges • industrial-chic ballroom with three walls of windows • expert event assistance from the team at Landmark

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

The Skylands Manor

Ringwood, NJ

Fab Features: fairy-tale Tudor Revival mansion and lakeside chapel surrounded by 100 acres of formal gardens and 1,000 acres of natural woodlands • sip cocktails on the stone terrace, then dine and dance beneath a clear-top tent on the rolling lawn • 21 beautifully appointed suites & rooms offer a showcase of eclectic historic styles for your guests to enjoy

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


NEW YORK



Seminary Hill

Callicoon, NY

Fab Features: hilltop family-run orchard and cidery overlooking the Delaware River • variety of gorgeous outdoor spaces like the sprawling fields overlooking the Catskills to the lush orchard • the weekend wedding experience includes a two-night stay in the charming Hilltop House

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$


NORTH CAROLINA



Highgrove Estate

Fuquay Varina, NC

Fab Features: classic estate overlooking Lake Laurel • exchange vows on the brick courtyard or under the unique 3-arched pergola backed by framed by towering trees • romantic celebrations in the elegant ballroom with its crystal chandelier and draped peak ceiling

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Hawkesdene

Andrews, North Carolina

Fab Features: serene, private village situated on 54 lush acres adjacent to the national forest • romantic ceremonies in an arbor or a garden, on a covered bridge, beside a creek, or in an open-air pavilion • cozy on-site accommodations for 90 in the main house, studio, and cottages

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

The Providence Cotton Mill

Maiden, NC

Fab Features: a unique and historic venue with timeless details • say ‘I do’ outdoors on the grassy lawn followed by a breezy cocktail hour • hold your reception indoors amongst the 1888 solid brick construction, arched windows, and soaring 30-foot tall exposed wooden beams

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$


OHIO



The Mohicans Treehouse Resort & Wedding Venue

Glenmont, OH

Fab Features: rustic resort surrounded by 75 wooded acres • variety of event spaces from the elegant barn to the hilltop timber building made with hand-hewn logs and a 2nd-story deck overlooking the valley • fun accommodations among the quaint treehouses and cozy cabins

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


OKLAHOMA



The Springs in Tulsa

Sperry, Oklahoma

Fab Features: stunning event center perched above the shores of Skiatook Lake offering gorgeous waterfront views • manicured grounds boast a stone-and-iron bridge spanning a bubbling brook • stylishly rustic reception hall with an open-beam ceiling and stonework accents

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

The Baumberhof

Edmond, OK

Fab Features: the unique venue is a replica of a 400-year-old German stone barn • stunning photo ops on the lush 450 acres that include lakes, forests, wheat fields, tree farms, orchards, and an aviary • exchange vows under a limestone arch, in the forest, or inside the modern conservatory with its skylight ceiling and crystal chandeliers

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$$


OREGON



Crook Point

Brookings, OR

Fab Features: peaceful, secluded resort perched on a 60-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific • wed on one of three private beaches • al fresco receptions surrounded by towering trees

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$


PENNSYLVANIA



Hotel Du Village

New Hope, PA

Fab Features: whimsical Normandy-style hotel • say "I do" in the stone courtyard, shaded by towering oaks followed by elegant receptions in the ballroom with its coffered ceiling, beautiful wooden built-in bar, and inviting fireplace • charming accommodations in 22 wonderfully appointed suites

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


SOUTH CAROLINA



William Aiken House

Charleston, South Carolina

Fab Features: Southern Gothic mansion on Upper King Street • ceremonies on the elegant pergola followed by cocktails on the gracious porch, the open-air piazzas, or in the lush gardens • formal dining rooms and parlors showcase a collection of museum-caliber artwork and antiques

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


TENNESSEE



Cheekwood Estate and Gardens

Nashville, Tennessee

Fab Features: 1920s Georgian-style mansion set on 55 acres • variety of scenic spaces from the Reflecting Pool and Japanese Garden to the columned rooms and an herb garden • ceremonies overlooking the mansion or sweeping tree-covered hills

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


TEXAS



The Springs in Rockwall | Rockwall Manor

Terrell, TX

Fab Features: elegant and charming colonial mansion with opulent tiered chandelier, brick fireplace, and sweeping split staircase • pretty arched bridge leads toward romantic gazebo with a backdrop of lush, mature trees • world-class event professionals ensure all goes perfectly

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$

Le San Michele

Buda, Texas

Fab Features: European-inspired country estate boasting expansive lawns and a limestone terrace • extensive grounds with formal gardens, fountains, lawns, and pools • magical nighttime ambiance created with café and twinkle lighting over the terrace and lawn dining area

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

The Oaks at Boerne

Boerne, TX

Fab Features: 110 acres of Hill Country perfection with gently rolling meadows graced by hundreds of its namesake ancient oaks • large, cheerful barn with roll-up sides and plenty of shabby-chic touches • endless photo ops—a sweet “room for two” tree swing, vintage farm equipment and furniture, and even some photogenic longhorn cattle

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

Ma Maison

Dripping Springs, Texas

Fab Features: dreamy Provence-like setting on 23 secluded acres overlooking Lac Moise • exchange vows under an antique French gazebo in the Green Catheral or before a stone altar under a canopy of stately oaks • chateau-like Great Hall boasts a soaring ceiling, exposed beams, and crystal chandeliers

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

D'Vine Grace Vineyard

McKinney, TX

Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired private event venue that sits on 20 pastoral acres of grapevines, lush lawns, and water features • the sprawling event lawn is perfect for outdoor ceremonies, while cocktail hour is right at home on their spacious wraparound patios • gourmet chef-prepared cuisine can be customized to your heart’s content

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


WASHINGTON



Bella Luna Farms

Clearview, Washington

Fab Features: thousands of trees and rhododendrons line winding garden paths at this gorgeous family-run farm • intimate ceremonies by the tranquil duck pond • the Glass House's grapevine-laden glass walls and ceiling and large double doors offer delightful garden views

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$



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