A Virginia winery wedding! While few in number, compared to other areas in the state, those in the east come steeped in 400 years of history, including George Washington’s birthplace and colonial Williamsburg. Winery Wedding Guide searched through them for you to find those wineries able to host your unique, romantic, timeless wedding day. For more Virginia winery-wedding venues, see Central Virginia, Northern Virginia and Western Virginia.
Only 21 miles from downtown Richmond, gather your guests on Upper Shirley’s ceremony lawn at a site perched above the James River. Inside, the 14,000 square-foot winery can accommodate celebrations of up to 300 guests.
600 Shirley Plantation Road
Charles City, VA 23030
Telephone: (804) 829-9463
Web: www.uppershirley.com
Photo: Courtesy Upper Shirley Vineyards
Hampton Roads, located at White Oak Farm where horses were raised in 1898 for the New York City carriage trade, is now where grapes are grown, wine made, cattle raised, home to the World’s Tallest Goat Tower, and where exquisite weddings take place inside and on the grounds of a Victorian mansion.
6074 New Design Road
Elberon, VA 23846
Telephone: 757 899-0203
Web: www.hamptonroadswinery.com
Photo: Courtesay Hampton Roads Winery
In the delightful rural community of Wicomico Church, on a peaceful 150-acre waterfront parcel with its own private cove, your guests may arrive either by land or water. Celebrate in the Tasting Room and adjacent Dining Room overlooking the vineyards.
619 Train Lane P.O Box 338
Wicomico Church, 22579
Telephone: 804 580
Web: www.jaceyvineyards.com
Photo: Courtesy Jacey Vineyards
A variety of spaces can be tailored to provide the perfect wedding, large or small. The spacious Tasting Room features a wood floor and high ceilings. Combine with the roofed Entrance Porch or Back Porch, also roofed and overlooking a brick Courtyard. . The gracious Pavilion Tent includes a dance floor. The Barrel Room is a romantic venue for small gatherings.
8400 Old Church Road
New Kent, Virginia 23124
Telephone: 804 932-8240
Web: www.newkentwinery.com
Photo: Courtesy New Kent Winery
Named for the old oaks that edge the crest surrounding the winery, Oak Crest is notable for its lush woodland beauty and secluded gardens – providing a photography-perfect setting for your wedding day. Decks and Patios surround the elegantly functional winery building.
8215 Oak Crest Drive
King George, VA 22485
Telephone: 540 663-2813
Web: www.oakcrestwinery.com
Photo: Courtesy Oak Crest Vineyard & Winery
Your guests – up to 200 – can enjoy Saudé Creek’s southern hospitality in a natural and historically rich rural setting. Panoramic views of the Pamunkey River are a given. Venues include the Tasting Room, Loft Area, wrap-around Porches, spacious open Deck, landscaped Patios, and Outdoor Event Center and Amphitheater.
16230 Cooks Mill Road
Lanexa, VA 23089
Telephone: 804 966-5896
Web: www.saudecreek.com
Photo: Courtesy Saudé Creek
Surrounded by 320 acres of vineyards and green space, yet minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, a variety of private rooms are available for celebrations large and small. A particularly romantic outdoor spot for ceremonies includes a lush backdrop of vineyard views.
5800 Wessex Hundred
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Telephone: 757 229-0999
Web: www.williamsburgwinery.com
Photo: Courtesy Williamsburg Winery
A working farm for four centuries, in an enchanting area of small towns and waterside villages between the Atlantic and Chesapeake Bay, Chatham awaits your wedding day in a setting of historic out buildings and lovingly renovated houses with tented spaces available on the winery lawn and in the vineyard.
9232 Chatham road
Machipango, VA 23405
Telephone: 757 678-5588
Web: www.chathamvineyards.net
Photo: Courtesy Chatham Vineyards & Winery
On 100 acres in the heart of Northern Neck, referred to by George Washing as ” the garden of Virginia,” the handsomely restored Manor House awaits as the backdrop to your celebration. Other venues include the Carriage House; the Tasting Room, a blend of yesterday and today; and the Vines Room.
1618 Weldons Drive
Hauge, VA 22469
Telephone: 804 366-1404
Web: www.generalridgevineyard.com
Photo: Courtesy General’s Ridge Vineyard
In a natural setting of beauty and serenity, Good Luck Cellars welcomes your wedding day with plentiful Indoor and Outdoor locations for private events. The Tasting Room and Event Space includes a spacious covered porch. Outdoors, the surrounding acreage provides multiple, secluded venues.
1025 Good Luck Road
Kilmarnock, VA 22482
Telephone: 804 435-1416
Web: www.goodluckcellars.com
Photo: Courtesy Good Luck Cellars
In a setting that inspires remarkable photography, Ingleside Plantation estate embraces the unpretentious elegance of Northern Neck – grape stomping upon request. The Pavilion, with indoor and outdoor seating, includes a European-styled courtyard. For smaller celebrations, choose the romantic Barrel Room
5872 Leedstone Road
Oak Grove, VA 2243
Telephone: 804 224-8687
Web: www.inglesidevineyards.com
Photo: Courtesy Ingleside Vineyard
