Mount Ida Farm

Situated just south of Charlottesville, Virginia, Mount Ida Farm is a rustic wedding venue. This property spans 5,000 acres and includes a vineyard, manor houses, and charming cottages. Here, to-be-weds and their guests can marvel at views of the Blue Ridge Mountains while they celebrate the milestone occasion. Here, luxury amenities are combined with the natural beauty of the landscape to create a breathtaking backdrop to your festivities. Ceremonies and receptions can be hosted here for a convenient event flow. It is also a popular destination for romantic elopements. The property is located close to the cities of Charlottesville and Richmond and offers on-site accommodations for out-of-town guests.

Facilities and Capacity

Mount Ida Farm offers to-be-weds a selection of four different event spaces to choose from. The Event Barn and its lakeside Gazebo ceremony location offers a dash of rustic charm. It is accessed through a private gated entrance and covers 8,500 square feet. A renovated cattle barn, it was intentionally designed as a reception venue. Inside this structure, couples will find two get-ready rooms, a large outdoor patio, and a catering kitchen. The Lodge, meanwhile, boasts stunning mountain views. To-be-weds can exchange vows on a scenic mountain grove before dancing the night away under chandeliers and wooden beams. It covers 12,000 square feet and has 30 foot-high ceilings. This structure opens onto a wooden deck with two antique fountains. It also contains two private get-ready rooms. Wedding vendors will appreciate the convenient prep kitchen and loading spaces for delivering rentals. Couples who have envisioned a lakeside ceremony are invited to the Water's Edge. Here, they can choose from a pavilion that overlooks the lake or the Old Red Barn. This barn includes two get-ready suites for the couple to use and a kitchen for culinary staff. Each unique space at this venue is surrounded by hundreds of acres of fields, ensuring an air of exclusivity no matter which one you choose. The Tasting Room & Taphouse offers splendid mountain views for ceremonies on the lawn. Receptions can either be held inside, under the portico, or tented on the lawn.

Services Offered

Mount Ida Farm offers various packages to help support to-be-weds as they coordinate their milestone day. Packages include a shuttle service to bring wedding party to the chosen event site, as well as tables and chairs. Every venue is also equipped with heating and air conditioning and backup generators, so couples and their guests can stay comfortable no matter the season.