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  Spring Hill Manor

  455 Springhill Rd, Rising Sun, MD 21911, USA

  • Spaces for 150-180 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 space at this venue

  Spring Hill Manor is a restored 1844 barn venue set on a scenic property in Rising Sun, Maryland, in the northeastern corner of the state. The barn's hand-hewn beams and antique décor establish a rustic elegance that pairs naturally with the surrounding country landscape — gardens, stone-path ceremony spaces, an arbor, and a pond overlook that draws photographers and guests alike. The venue hosts barn weddings, receptions, and special events with a maximum of 150 guests, and is available on select weekends from September through October. Every event is held exclusively — the full property is devoted to a single celebration on each event day. Owner Jamie Sherrard manages the event on-site, assisting with setup, coordinating with vendors, and overseeing cleanup. Couples bring their own caterer, entertainment, and florist, giving them full flexibility to shape the day. Outdoor ceremonies can move indoors if weather requires, and the fire pit and wood-burning fireplace offer additional gathering spots as the season cools.

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  Flora Corner Farm

  28385 Flora Corner Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659, USA

  • Spaces for 130-150 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  Flora Corner Farm is a working farm wedding venue set on family land in Mechanicsville, Maryland, about 90 minutes from Washington D.C., Annapolis, and Virginia. The property has been passed down through generations — originally cultivating tobacco, now growing soybeans, corn, and sunflowers — and that agricultural heritage gives the setting a genuinely rural character that's harder to manufacture. The venue accommodates up to 130 guests inside the heated and air-conditioned barn, or up to 150 guests with an outdoor dance floor. Wedding packages range from a Basic Reception to a Premier option that includes extensive furniture and décor choices; à la carte menus round out the catering offerings. Dressing rooms are available for the bridal party, and guests are welcome to wander the lawn and flower gardens between ceremony and reception. Flora Corner Farm hosts one event at a time, making the entire property private for each booking. Tours are available by appointment, and planning consultations are scheduled 90 days out to finalize event details.

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  Miller's Farmstead

  14506 National Pike, Clear Spring, MD 21722, USA

  • Spaces for 120-135 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  In 1823, John Miller built his hotel and tavern at the intersection of the Pike and Spickler Roads in the town of Spickler. It was one of the first stagecoach stops on the new National Pike when it was built. "There were large rooms adapted for dancing purposes, and young men and maidens from the neighborhood frequently tripped to the notes of the old time music in its spacious halls," wrote T.B. Searight of this well-known spot in 1894. The waltz was unheard of, and the figures ranged from the 'hoe down' to the cotillion, with the 'Virginia Reel' serving as the closing number. It was almost unavoidable that the old waggoneers were invited to participate in these festivities, and they did so with a fervor that could not be matched by the young men and women from the surrounding Clear Spring neighborhood." In 1864, the Miller's Farmstead site was the site of a Civil War skirmish that took place nearby. Confederate General John McCausland was planning a march from Clear Spring to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and he happened to pass through Mercersburg. Confederate Major Harry Gilmor led 200 men on a diversionary route along the National Road, giving the impression that the main strike was to be directed at Hagerstown, which was not the case. Gilmor was caught in an ambush by the Union army near Spickler's Hill, near Miller's Farmstead, and was forced to flee. It is still possible to see the bullet holes and cannon ball marks on the east wall of what was once Miller's Tavern, which was destroyed during the battle.

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  The Waterfront Historic Kent Manor Inn

  500 Kent Manor Dr, Stevensville, MD 21666, USA

  • Spaces for 10-300 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Kent Island Resort sits on 220 acres of Maryland Eastern Shore farmland, anchored by a restored manor house dating to the 1820s. The property offers nearly two miles of waterfront access along Thompson Creek, combining nearly two centuries of history with contemporary resort amenities. Five distinct event venues accommodate gatherings from 8 to 300 guests. The Farmstead, a barn-style space with exposed timber and soaring ceilings, and The Pavilion, a clear-sided structure set within a woodland clearing, each host up to 300 guests for ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations of all kinds. The Garden House seats up to 75 guests in a columned pavilion-style space overlooking the waterway and formal gardens. Smaller corporate and private gatherings are served by the Chicken Coop meeting room and the intimate Pennyworth dining space inside the Manor House. On-site catering draws from local Chesapeake Bay seafood and regional ingredients, served through the 18TWENTY Bar and Restaurant. The resort also provides event coordination, 24 guest rooms in the historic Manor House, and recreational amenities across the waterfront grounds.

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  Rocklands Farm Winery

  14531 Montevideo Rd, Poolesville, MD 20837, USA

  • Spaces for 25 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  Rocklands Farm Winery exists to feed, nourish, and engage our community, and it does so through holistic management. Holistic management is the process of balancing social, economic, and environmental factors in order to ensure the success of the entire farming operation, as well as the success of the surrounding community and ecosystem. As stewards of our families, communities, and lands, we employ regenerative practices that recognize the accomplishments of the past, create value in the present, and build future-capacity for those who will come after us but whom we will never meet. We are enthusiastic about what we do and delighted to be able to share this knowledge with our community. THE LOCATION OF OUR OFFICE Rocklands is located only 40 minutes west of Washington, D.C., in the scenic Montgomery County Agriculture Reserve, and is easily accessible from the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Enjoy our delicious wines and nutrient-dense food while relaxing in a tranquil setting on our rustic, historic working farm, where you can reconnect with family and friends and renew and refresh yourself. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine with a farm-fresh meal, shop at our on-farm market for our handcrafted wines and 100 percent grass-fed and pasture-raised meats, and participate in one of our many events, which include live music, wine camps, and a tour of our operation. Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind location for your next event? Rocklands is a working farm venue that is conveniently located just 20 miles from Northwest D.C. and less than 15 miles from Bethesda. We offer a variety of options for private and corporate events on our working farm venue.

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  The Stables of Rolling Ridge

  7409 Brink Rd, Laytonsville, MD 20882, USA

  • Spaces for 60 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  Hosting an event here at The Stables of Rolling Ridge is a fantastic way to get to know the farm and its surroundings! Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, birthday parties, corporate retreats, and social gatherings can all be held in the luxury of the countryside at one of the outdoor event sites! Reservations for the farm are accepted from April through November on Sundays through Fridays. The tented reception venue is available for events with a maximum of 60 participants. The price of the reservation includes a tented event venue as well as furnishings for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner. Beautiful handcrafted wooden ceremonial benches and farm tables are among the furniture options. Prepare for a smaller celebration such as an intimate wedding, elopement, baby shower or birthday with a smaller guest list. Up to 25 guests can be accommodated in the floral shop above the barn, or a workshop-style celebration with Rolling Ridge Floral Design is an option. Workshops and floral shop reservations are available all year round, as are seasonal workshops. Any farm event would benefit from having a favor table in the form of a workshop! Rolling Ridge Farm and Homestead is a family-run farm and homestead. The site is closed to the general public and only available for activities that have been scheduled in advance. Private tours can be planned on a Sunday through Friday basis, depending on the farm's scheduling. Tours include a complimentary planning consultation, which you may find useful for organizing your day at any destination you choose. Please inquire about availability by emailing TheFarm@RollingRidgeMD.com.

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  Weatherly Farm Waterfront Weddings and Events

  14145 Banks Odee Rd, Newburg, MD 20664, USA

  • Spaces for 250-275 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm
  • 1 space at this venue

  The Pavilion at Weatherly is a waterfront farm wedding and events venue set on 25 private acres along the Potomac River in Newburg, Maryland, roughly an hour south of Washington, DC. The property offers more than 600 feet of shoreline, 180-degree river views, and a 130-foot lighted pier extending over the water — a combination that gives it a rare sense of natural privacy without sacrificing accessibility for out-of-town guests. The centerpiece of the property is a timber frame pavilion built with a contemporary country aesthetic and nautical touches. Douglas fir posts and beams define the interior, while a glass wall facing the river and 12 glass doors that open onto the lawn and beach keep the connection to the water immediate. A 40-foot masonry fireplace anchors one end of the main floor, and a full bar with granite, copper, and antique mirror finishes runs along the opposite wall. The main event floor spans 6,000 square feet within a 7,800-square-foot structure, accommodating up to 250 guests. Two dedicated getting-ready suites — the Carolina Suite and the Potomac Suite — each have waterfront views, private porches, makeup stations, and gathering areas. An in-house coordinator is included with every rental, and the venue rental runs from 9 am to 11 pm with 7 hours dedicated to the event itself.

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  Ostertag Vistas

  11847 Easterday Rd, Myersville, MD 21773, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm
  • 1 Historic Space

  Ostertag Vistas is a 164-acre historic farm property tucked in a quiet valley near Myersville, Maryland, 15 minutes from both Frederick and Hagerstown. The grounds include three landmarked structures dating to 1711 — among them a circa-1700s stone pioneer home with a water wheel and a mid-1700s log cottage built by early German settlers — alongside rolling hills, a farm pond, streams, and meadows that attract blue herons, bald eagles, and migrating geese. The centerpiece of the property is a carefully restored 18th-century German Swiss bank barn, known as The Barn. Its 50-foot ceiling, original mortise-and-tenon timber frame held by wooden pegs, three stone fireplaces, and large glass panels looking out over the 164 acres make it the focal point for weddings and receptions. The Barn accommodates up to 200 seated guests and includes a bridal suite, groom's room, five restrooms, a loft stage, and a small museum — with barn doors that open to the surrounding landscape. Beyond the barn, couples choose from six additional outdoor ceremony settings across the property: a forested hollow with streams and fern beds, an open meadow with willow trees and a pond, a hillside amphitheater, a patio framed by two pergolas with farmland views, and the log cottage's garden with a stream and brick walkway.

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  Zigbone Farm Retreat

  6612 Harbaugh Rd, Sabillasville, MD 21780, USA

  • Spaces for 130 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Farm

  ZigBone Farm Retreat provides naturally built, light-filled, artistic spaces for people to gather, celebrate, teach, and learn. The 100-acre farm, which is divided into mountainous pastures by historic stone hedgerows, sustainably raises sheep, goats, and vegetables. ZigBone Farm Retreat consists of three buildings: ZigBone Lodge, Meeting Hall, and Spring House, which are accessible for weddings, family reunions, retreats, workshops, and other gatherings. Weddings You've come to the perfect place if you've imagined a wedding among beautifully renovated, old farmhouses with spectacular mountain views and sheep in the meadows. ZigBone Farm Retreat has a variety of options to suit your preferences, ranging from an all-inclusive 3-day wedding weekend to an ala carte wedding day suited to your vision. To see the location, go to the gallery; for further information, go to the button on this page. Work Retreats The Zigbone Farm Retreat was created with wonderful encounters in mind. From a simple stone bench in the garden to our 130-seat Meeting Hall to a snug log cabin living room with Vermont iron cast wood fire and deep comfortable couches, you'll find amazing rooms at every turn. Excellent locations for strategic planning, brainstorming, budgeting, or simply getting away from the workplace. Family & Group Getaways Whether you wish to visit civil war sites, climb the Appalachian Trail, dine in historic Frederick, Maryland or Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, or simply relax in one of the most beautiful valleys in the lower mid-Atlantic, ZigBone Farm Retreat provides something for everyone in your group. ​ ZigBone Workshops ZigBone was created to serve as a venue for festivities and getaways, including those hosted by the founders. We'll be offering deep-learning and enjoyable activities for lifelong knowledge seekers, from leadership intensives to writer and artist seminars to woodworking 101.

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