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A farm-style wedding venue in Louisa, Virginia, Bandit's Ridge has been creating lasting memories for couples since 2012. Rustic yet elegant in nature, the venue is halfway between Richmond and Charlottesville in the western part of Goochland County. Bandit's Ridge is the perfect choice for couples wishing for a warm and inviting atmosphere on their special day!

Facilities and Capacity
Bandit's Ridge accommodates up to 150 guests. Couples may choose from several locations on the property for the ceremony. With the air-controlled barn, Bandit's Ridge is able to hosts any event all year round. Bandit's Ridge also provides wedding-event facilities. Interested couples benefit from celebrating their ceremony, reception, elopement, or engagement party in this blissful setting.


Services Offered
The venue offers an array of services and amenities. Those who book Bandit's Ridge benefit from the following:

  • Indoor and outdoor settings
  • Event planning
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Lighting/sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Outside vendors

Other Services
The venue offers various wedding amenities upon request. Said items include, but are not limited to:

  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

5,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,200

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$7,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$6,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$1

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

15

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
July
August
November
December

Reviews of Bandit's Ridge

Jerry
Jerry Sent on 11/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Bandits ridge is the best !!!

First class all the way. Donna, brad and jen did an outstanding job with all of the decorations, answering any questions we had and being hands on LOVE. This venue. First class all the way
Susie
Susie Sent on 07/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just a Sunday afternoon visit

From the .moment we pulled up, we were greeted with a beautiful landscape, horses in the fence and a wonderful host, Carol. She welcomed us warmly and invited to enjoy tastings as well as delicious frozen wine slushies. Each wine we selected was perfect! Each with its own unique blend of flavor and elegance. We were pleasantly surprised with such variety of wines and the clarity, taste and flavor of each of their wines. We will definitely be adding Bandit's Ridge to our permanent go to vineyard! It was a joy to visit such a fantastic vineyard! We will visit again very soon!! We highly recommend this gorgeous country vineyard! It was a pleasure visiting!!
Micaela
Micaela Sent on 05/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Bandit’s Ridge Dream Wedding!

Bandit’s Ridge is a beautiful venue that provides perfect balance in creating both a country rustic and fairytale wedding. The bridal little garden house is gorgeous to take pictures in (see photos). Everything was clean and prepared for us to relax in. And bonus, the bridal suite is also an air bnb! Another thing we loved about this venue was that the grooms cottage is right by the reception barn, so the bridal party had easy access to our own private bathroom.

The coordinators were attentive to every detail, but more importantly they were extremely kind. I was so stressed about things not going according to plan, but they made sure everything was in place and made things work when they weren’t. And of course like any bride, I was so nervous I would trip and fall in my heels and big dress when about to walk down the aisle, but my coordinator for the day knew exactly how to get me out of my spiral. She offered kind words and made me laugh that completely changed my perspective. That is one thing I will always remember from my day.

The owner, Donna, is also the funniest and most caring woman you could ever meet! She is willing to make anything work to make your wedding your dream wedding. She knows exactly what to address during your planning meetings and knows how to find all the deals on decorations! She also offers a closet FULL of decorations for you to use if you’d like.

Bottom line, this team really cares about your experience and I can not say enough about how wonderful they are as people. Plus, the place is absolutely gorgeous. 1000/10!!
T
Tina Sent on 09/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding venue run by amazing people

First, I want to apologize for the delay in posting this review. Our daughter was married at Bandits Ridge on May 28, 2022. What a beautiful venue and Donna and Brad could not have been better host! From the wonderfully setup Bridal suite where the bridal party could hang out and be comfortable while getting ready. Bandits Ridge was a beautiful setting for the wedding in front of their home looking over the fields, the cocktail hour in the barn, and reception in the event space, everything was amazing! We were well taken care of and felt right at home as we went through the rehearsal and wedding day. Being able to use décor and table settings provided by Bandit’s Ridge made things so much easier for setup and cleanup for us. Our friends could not believe the beautiful setting and having such easy access. I would recommend Bandit’s Ridge to everyone! Loved it so much!
S
Shelbie Sent on 05/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Day of Our Lives! Thank you Bandits Ridge!

I give this venue 100 stars! This venue was everything we wanted and then some. Let's start with the friendly owners and staff, from day one they made us feel like the most important wedding to step foot in that venue. We knew immediately that was the place we wanted! They set you up for such success. They recommend the top vendors and my gosh they do not disappoint. We used their florist recommendation Florals by Jennie and believe me that girl will make your wedding an entire dream. They set us up with their venue coordinator, Angie, and she was a pure gift from God. She listened to all my thoughts, dreams, and desires and delivered a wedding reception that exceeded every expectation we ever could have had. I am literally teary-eyed writing this review thinking about how magical our day was. Take your fairytale dream wedding and then multiply that by 10 and that is what you will get here.

They went beyond just our wedding day too. Donna, the owner was available whenever I had a question, and boy did I have them. She was so kind and accomodating to me. We were able to use her venue for multiple pre-wedding photoshoots and they gave our engagement photos every eliminate we could have ever wanted. This is the kind of venue that just makes you feel good from the moment you walk onto the property! I truly cannot say enough good things about this. If you are looking for your wedding venue...RUN to this one! It will not disappoint.
Erin
Erin Sent on 07/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding dreams come true at Bandit's Ridge!!

I cannot tell ya'll how blessed we were to work with Donna and her team. I met Donna at the Richmond Wedding expo in January 2020 and my mother and I were blown away by how much they had to offer, their professionalism, and their southern hospitality. Donna and her team bring that elegant southern charm to everything they do and it made our special day perfect. Throughout COVID, she was responsive and there to calm my anxiety, giving the best advice. We had an absolute blast at our rehearsal dinner and she even let me use a steam engine on the property for my wedding entrance. The cocktail barn and reception hall are beautifully done and there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. I cannot say enough good things about Donna and her team and I am forever grateful to have gained such an awesome friend for the best day of my life.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 10/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

10.10.2020

Where do I even begin with Donna and Brad?! My goodness they have to be the sweetest and most accommodating venue owners out there. We came out to tour the venue on multiple occasions and they were there to greet us each time with smiles on their faces. Donna answered all of our questions in a timely manner. Brad helped setup and breakdown our rehearsal dinner which was a dream. They were both present on our wedding night and they also made sure things ran smoothly. They treat you like family.

We also had the pleasure of working with Jasmine as our wedding coordinator. She was amazing! She is thorough and very good at what she does. She is so kind and willing to help!
K
Kelsey Sent on 09/16/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue there is

If you are looking for the picture perfect wedding, this is the venue for you! I couldn’t imagine having my wedding anywhere else. Between Donna and Nicole, my wedding went perfectly and I can’t thank them enough. Donna herself was a huge factor in our choosing of this venue because she is just a wonderful person. Donna and Nicole made my dreams come true and then some.
Jessie
Jessie Sent on 11/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Dreamed wedding venue

The first time I went to see the venue, I knew I wanted to get married there! My husband went the day after (A Saturday) and they were getting ready for a wedding, he saw how they put their hearts on what they do and immediately told me that we found the place to get married. Donna and her team are wonderful to work with, they went above and beyond to make our wedding day the most beautiful day of our lives. Our guests loved this beautiful venue and I definitely recommend it!
S
Samantha Sent on 09/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Rustic Style Venue

Bandit's Ridge made me and my new husband feel like part of their family. We didn't even finish the tour yet before I knew I want to have my special day here. This venue has so much to offer and it has options for both indoor and outdoor events. I personally had my ceremony outside-Cocktail hour in the stable barn-Reception in the big barn but the options are endless. I loved that this was a rain or shine venue- no matter my wedding was happening here. A HUGE selling point for me was that our guests did not have to bounce from one location to another to get to the next event. Cocktail hour and reception were all held at the same location as the ceremony. The Bandit's Ridge team helped mold my day into everything I had ever dreamed of and more. The venue is beautiful, the options are endless and the staff is wonderful!
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Awards

43
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
Strouse Photography Strouse Photography Wedding Photographers

Donna is simply amazing. She has created a venue that is PERFECT for weddings. Every last detail was created with weddings in mind. It's on the most gorgeous land and is convenient to town. Hope to work with you again soon!

Awesomesauce Photography Awesomesauce Photography Wedding Photographers

I get so excited when I have a wedding at Bandit's Ridge. Donna and her team are beyond amazing to work with. I always feel like I am among family when I spend the day photographing an event there. The property is always in top shape, the staff go above and beyond to assist, and it's such a relaxing environment. Donna will take great care of you!

Party Perfect Party Perfect Wedding Rentals

We LOVE working with Donna at Bandit's Ridge! It's such a beautiful venue and she's a sweetheart! You will be so lucky to have your wedding there!

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Bandit's Ridge frequently asked questions

Bandit's Ridge includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Bandit's Ridge includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Bandit's Ridge includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Bandit's Ridge for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
Bandit's Ridge offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Bandit's Ridge offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Bandit's Ridge offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Bandit's Ridge offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Tables
Bandit's Ridge is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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