Belmont Manor & Historic Park is an elegant wedding venue located in Elkridge, Maryland. Nestled in 68 acres of rolling green hills, this 18th-century property offers warm hospitality, verdant beauty, and storied heritage. Couples can make this special locale a part of their own love story.
Facilities and Capacity
The extensive site grounds host the beautifully restored Manor House as well as historic outbuildings and scenic features accrued over the years. The green spaces surrounding the manor include the Magnolia Grove, the Parterre Garden, the Bird Bath Garden, and the Aqua Garden featuring a Cabana and pond. Your ceremony can be held outdoors in the gardens, perhaps facing the pond or overlooking trees. In the event of inclement weather, your ceremony will take place under the reception tent, and your cocktail hour will move into the Manor.
Your guests can enjoy a cocktail hour in the same gardens or in an expansive peaked tent which hosts up to 250 people.
The Manor can also accommodate a cocktail hour for 120 people by utilizing the entire first floor for guests to mingle. This is often done in the event of inclement weather.
Services Offered
Your rental includes exclusive use of the first floor of the manor (accommodates 150 persons), two dressing suites on the second floor, reception tent and five formal garden areas perfect for your ceremony and cocktail hour!
Additionally, white resin ceremony chairs, gold chivari chairs and tables in varying sizes and styles are included with your rental.
Our white peaked 60 x 100 reception tent sits atop a brick tent pad and features:
White fabric liner.
Gold chandeliers.
Perimeter lighting.
Perimeter fans.
20x20 wooden dance floor (cannot be replaced, repositioned or wrapped).
Accommodates a maximum of 250 people.
Please note, the tent is not climate controlled.
Belmont is not a full-service venue. As such, the permit holder is required to select one- full service (licensed) caterer for your event. Your caterer must be pre-approved by Belmont by submitting a Caterer’s Form, and a copy of their license and insurance certificate. Do not sign with a Caterer unless Belmont has approved them to work here.
Other Services
In addition to hosting weddings, this manor is also available to accommodate other special events and celebrations. These include corporate events, anniversary parties, holiday parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, and retreats. This manor also hosts public events such as movie screenings, tea afternoons, and open house tours for viewing the property.
History
The story of Belmont Manor & Historic Park dates back to 1732 when Caleb Dorsey purchased the site upon which the manor now stands. The manor itself was constructed as the home of Dorsey’s son, also named Caleb. The property has seen a succession of owners and purposes, including raising racehorses and a conference center for the Smithsonian Institute. The Howard County Recreation and Parks Government bought Belmont as stewards of this local fixture.
Invited: Furry FriendsBelmont Manor & Historic ParkFront of BelmontOutdoor ceremony straight rows setupOutdoor ceremony curved rows setupExchanging their vowsEvening at the front facadeVerdant forest view from front lawnLush tree-lined drivewayAerial view of the frontAerial view of gardensAerial view of the backRear of the manor Patio adjacent to the ballroomRear steps of manor Aqua garden facing pondAqua Garden facing treesAqua garden setupCabana with two bathroomsCloseup of outdoor seatingAqua garden facing out to the treesAqua Garden Facing TreesMagnolia GroveMagnolia Grove Magnolia Grove Bird Bath Garden Bird Bath Garden Parterre Garden Parterre GardenParterre GardenParterre Garden Entrance to tentThe tent as the sun sets.Chandeliers w/ dimmersGold Chiavari ChairsChiavari chairsBrick floor and chandeliersTables/chairs includedBrick Floor/Dance floor Fine photo op (Barn)Front door entranceStaircaseBallroomStaircase to Bridal SuiteChandelier in the ParlorParlor Bridal Suite w/ bathroom Conference Room Dining RoomDining RoomCaterer's Warming KitchenIce Machine (400 lbs)ADA water closetsShowered in love.Treelined entranceStairway to Heaven.Evening becomes you.In the still of the night. Our future is waiting.Starting a lifetime together.Pup as a witnessBridal Party PoochBelle/Ho Co ConservancyI'm ready for my close-up.Purrfect wedding....Invited: Furry FriendsBelmont Manor & Historic ParkFront of Belmont
Words cannot express how wonderful our daughter’s wedding day was at Belmont Manor! It’s such a beautiful location, and the staff was very accommodating to all our needs. Every expectation was met! I highly recommend Belmont Manor!
Sent on 11/08/2019
Erica
· Married on 10/19/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Best day ever
GET MARRIED HERE!!! My husband and I cannot say enough amazing things about this venue. Everything was absolutely perfect and Rachel and the staff were a pleasure to work with. Best decision we made with our wedding was choosing to have our ceremony and reception at Belmont!
Sent on 11/02/2019
The Stanford's
· Married on 08/04/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Excellent Service & facility!!
Thank you Belmont staff for allowing Us to have the most amazing wedding!
Belmont Manor is a gorgeous venue! The tent is stunning and its has beautiful courtyards and the Manor House is maintained beautifully! Their staff is great and we love working at their venue!
