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Brenwood Lake Weddings, a waterfront banquet hall in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia invites couples to the great outdoors to celebrate a rustic destination wedding. This secluded event venue makes a great getaway location for a wedding among the woods, mountains, and waters of the lake. Couples will find this venue approximately two hours from Dulles International Airport and 90 miles from Washington DC.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue welcomes up to 200 guests for a couple’s big day. The banquet hall has three wedding ceremony locations. Couples can marry in the gazebo overlooking the lake or hidden away at the ceremony location in the forest. The lakeside gazebo is rustic, with logs at the supports and a green shingled roof. Well-manicured lawns cover the grounds around the gazebo, making the perfect space for guest seating. The gazebo features a light after dark to illuminate the lake. The ceremony in the woods features tall, mature trees surrounding couples. This clearing offers rustic log benches as seating for guests. Inside, the banquet hall is the perfect reception space. This hall, located in an authentic log cabin building, features central heat and air conditioning for couples to enjoy the space year round. The gently sloping cathedral ceilings and sturdy walls of the venue are made of natural-looking wood for a couple’s big day. A stone fireplaces stretches to the ceiling along one wall, all of which are pocketed with windows to let natural light flow in.

Services Offered

Couples can host their ceremony, reception, and rehearsal dinner at Brenwood Lake Weddings.

Accommodation

For couples spending the weekend at this rustic venue, they can find accommodations onsite. Two cabins sleep up to 18 guests for the wedding weekend. This is perfect for a couple looking for a nearby honeymoon suite or for the wedding party. Overnight guests can also find other properties with cabins in the area.

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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?

$4,500

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

$4,500

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?

$4,500

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

$4,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Waterfront

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

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

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of Brenwood Lake Weddings

J
Johnny Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Brenwood: Scenic Venue, Stellar Service

From the moment we first visited Brenwood Lake Weddings, we were captivated by its beauty. Nestled in the stunning Shenandoah region with a picturesque lake as its centerpiece, this venue offers a serene and magical backdrop for any couple's big day. But it wasn’t just the location that won us over.

The beautifully constructed reception building was not only visually appealing but was also well-maintained and equipped with all the necessary amenities. Every corner of the property echoed the dedication and meticulous care of its owners, Brenda and Lynwood.

Brenda and Lynwood's exceptional communication stood out throughout our journey. Their responsiveness to our questions and concerns was always timely, and their assistance in coordinating our wedding ceremony made the planning process seamless. One particularly memorable moment was when Lynwood, despite the rain, skillfully got a fire started for our fire ceremony, ensuring that even Mother Nature couldn’t dampen our special ritual.

Adding to the allure of Brenwood Lake Weddings were the beautiful two cabins on the property. Conveniently located in close proximity to the main venue, these cabins were immaculate and provided a perfect staging area for us to prepare for our big day.

It's evident that Brenda and Lynwood put their heart and soul into every aspect of Brenwood Lake Weddings. Their genuine passion for their work ensures that couples can truly experience their dream wedding.

One of the most admirable aspects of our experience was the personal touch Brenda and Lynwood added to every interaction. Their guidance, combined with the venue's natural splendor, truly made our wedding day an unforgettable one.

To any couple searching for a wedding venue that offers both natural beauty and impeccable service, look no further than Brenwood Lake Weddings. Thank you, Brenda and Lynwood, for making our wedding dreams come true.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 12/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rustic Cabin wedding

Everything about our wedding was perfect. From the weather to the vendors. This was the perfect venue for us. Brenda and Lenwood are the sweetest couple and so helpful. They keep a list of recommended vendors which made planning my wedding in 6 months so much easier and less stressful. Highly recommend. It’s a beautiful area with amazing cabins close by. Couldn’t have imagined our wedding as perfect as it was.

Thank you Brenda and Lenwood.
- The Reilly’s
Ava
Ava S. Sent on 09/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning Woodsy Wedding Venue

Brenwood is a stunning venue and the owners, Brenda and Lynwood were so amazing to work with. We loved that they offered a weekend-long package as it really minimized stress and in terms of planning, they were very responsive for us to schedule additional tours and walk-throughs of the space leading up to our big day. The venue is GORGEOUS!!! We loved the ceremony site in the woods and that they had a fire pit for our guests to roast marshmallows at. Our wedding was National Parks themed, and the rustic, mountain cabin in the woods vibe of Brenwood Lake captured the aesthetic perfectly. There are also cabins on the property that you can rent, which we had our families and wedding party stay in so they were within walking distance to all the action. This wedding venue is so perfect, fit our 125 guests with plenty of space for a dance floor, and we couldn't have been happier with it!
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Sarah Sent on 10/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing hosts and so friendly

My husband Thomas and I had the pleasure of getting to experience our wedding at Brenwood Lake Weddings. The immense friendliness of Brenda and her husband Linwood was beyond what you could ever expect. They always made sure if you needed anything or help or accommodations that it was done and smooth moving. Kindness from them made everything feel even more special then it already was. Brenda was so sweet that she helped make sure my veil and train of the dress was perfect before walking out and down the aisle. I would recommend that everyone use Brenwood Lake Weddings for their special day!
M
Manu Sent on 01/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue. Great hosts.

Brenwood Lake Weddings is an amazing venue in the heart of Shenandoah Valley. We wanted a fall wedding and decided do it in Shenandoah Valley. As an out of state bride, I booked the venue even before I had a chance to visit. When I finally visited, I was so very happy that I chose Brenwood Lake Weddings. It was more beautiful than I had imagined.



As great as the venue is, what’s better are the hosts, Brenda and Lynwood. Not only are they helpful and accommodating, they are also very fun and friendly. We had a great time working with them.



What I loved the most about the venue was that there are two ceremony locations. It was perfect for us since we had our Indian ceremony by the gazebo one day and American ceremony in the woods the next day. The venue is surrounded by trees and looked amazing with all the fall colors. We got lucky with the weather as it rained most of the weekend expect when we had our ceremony. Our rain plan was to do the ceremony in the reception hall, which is bigger than it seems in the picture. The reception hall is well constructed and maintained. The kitchen is very spacious and well designed. 



Brenwood also offers a cabin rental at the property. My family stayed at the Lakewood Cabin across the lake, which was super nice and made things very convenient. The venue is excellent and we had a very memorable and fun wedding weekend. I would highly recommend Brenwood Lake Weddings.
Trevor
Trevor Sent on 08/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible venue with incredible hosts

We got married here in July and couldn't have had a better wedding. The venue owners, Brenda and Lynwood, were incredibly kind and flexible, and made sure we had everything we needed. The property is stunning, and it's purpose-built for weddings, which made it so easy for the caterers and other vendors to get in an out. It's a very flexible space, too, with options on where to get married and how to host the reception. Brenda was so kind and responsive whenever we had questions and was very accommodating of a few special needs for us. We'd recommend this venue to anyone!
Timm
Timm Sent on 06/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A beyond-excellent wedding venue owned by a fantastic couple!

Brenwood Lake Weddings is a stunning small wedding venue beside its namesake lake nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley in little Stanley, Virginia. We happened upon it by chance early in 2020 just after we had announced our engagement, and we could not have been happier with our experience.

My now-wife and I booked Brenwood Lake Weddings February 2020 right before the COVID-19 pandemic began with the intention of holding our event the following year on June 21st. During the course of the last year and a half, Brenda and Lynwood maintained a constant and open line of communication regarding what is changing and what was staying the same with our big day. We were lucky that COVID restrictions were largely lifted come our wedding day.

Brenda and Lynwood, as mentioned before, were so helpful in making sure our wedding day went as planned or as darn near close to what we had initially planned if COVID had stayed as bad as it had been. Their many years of experience in the business helped provide some of the groundwork for our planning and preparation. Our day could not have been successful without the two of them; my wife wanted to get to the venue the evening before to get the decorations and place settings placed and prepared in the reception hall, and Brenda was kind enough to leave the hall unlocked for us, and tables left in the arrangement from the evening before as they were very similar to our arrangement, and even came down to the hall to check in and make sure we had what we needed, and made sure Lynwood and her were prepared with the knowledge they needed for our wedding the next day. Full disclosure: had a wedding taken place that day, we would not have been able to do early placement that evening, so this should not be taken as the norm. Additionally, we planned and placed nearly all the decorations (save for what had already been up from the previous evening that we could use, or was already permanently in place); this should be the job of a wedding planner, and/or the wedding party and all associated individuals, NOT the proprietors of the venue unless explicitly noted they have someone specializing in such (looking at you, Mrs. 3.8 stars).

The day of our wedding was absolutely magical, and Brenda and Lynwood were two cogs in a pretty well-greased machine. Lynwood helped park vehicles, and Brenda was on standby for any help needed throughout the evening. It’s clear the two know their craft and put the time and work to make sure things are right and go smoothly.

The two were all ears, and very sensitive to our, and our guests’, needs. Also, we had gotten the venue for the day for a heck of a deal (our day being on a Monday, and the venue still being fairly young). We could not have higher praise for this venue. We are thoroughly happy with our experience, and with Brenda and Lynwood for their guidance and assistance up to and through our wedding. 5 extra golden stars for the venue and the kindness and generosity of the Moyers.
S
Sam S. Sent on 05/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best weekend ever


We just got married here this past weekend and it was absolutely perfect. We stayed in the cabin across the lake with the wedding party and that was one of the best parts, being so accessible to everything! We ended up renting a clear top tent to put over the patio and had the dance floor outside and everyone loved it! This was one of the first weddings all our guests attended with covid restrictions lifted and it was wonderful to be able to still space out all over the property! Friday night we had our rehearsal dinner at the pavilion on the picnic benches which was so easy and fun! They provided cornhole boards we set up there as well. We had our ceremony at 5pm that Saturday and the ceremony site in the woods was shaded at that point so all our guests were not sitting in the hot sun. We had cocktail hour on the patio and the grass, people were able to hang out around the fire pit, pavilion, by the lake and the 2 bars on the patio. Lots of room! The bathrooms, kitchen, and bridal/groom suites were very well kept and clean and perfect for what we needed. The owners Brenda and Lynwood were on top of everything and helping make this weekend perfect. They met with the tent rental company for a site visit the Thursday before to coordinate and would always be available if we wanted to a do a drop by to get measurements or had any questions. Luray is such a beautiful area, no one could stop talking about all the views as well! Overall we received nothing but positive comments and compliments about our choice of venue, 10/10 would do it all over again there!
Brigitte
Brigitte Sent on 03/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

An Absolute Dream Come True

The most beautiful log cabin/lake wedding venue owned by the nicest couple you'll ever met! The property has two options for an outdoor ceremony, an indoor reception area that has its own gorgeous decorations including a tulle/light fixture on the ceiling and a romantic fire place. Not to mention the adorable Bride & Groom getting ready rooms! Outside the reception is the perfect area for a cocktail hour, and you'll have the most amazing view of Brenwood Lake. The owners Brenda and Lynwood were so very kind and accommodating, and their prices are INCREDIBLE. My husband and I booked the weekend package for our wedding and we got to have our rehearsal and rehearsal dinner right there on the venue property! We also booked their cabins for our parents and the wedding party and it was such a fun experience for everyone. 10/10 the best decision my husband and I made when planning our wedding was choosing Brenwood. You will not be disappointed!!!
Felisha
Felisha Sent on 02/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

We loved brenwood!

Brenda & Lynwood went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our wedding day! Everything that we needed for our special day was there and taken care of. From the first time I saw the venue I fell in love! The venue is beautiful inside and out, I would highly recommend Brenwood Lake Venue to anyone!
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Brenwood Lake Weddings frequently asked questions

Brenwood Lake Weddings includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Brenwood Lake Weddings for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Waterfront
Brenwood Lake Weddings offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Brenwood Lake Weddings offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Brenwood Lake Weddings offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Brenwood Lake Weddings offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Brenwood Lake Weddings is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in quality of service and 4.8 in average response time.
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