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Woman-owned

10 years in business

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5 team members

Nestled in beautiful Ijamsville, Maryland, Glen Ellen Farm is a historic wedding venue with plenty of rural charm. This outdoor setting is tucked away among 30 acres of rolling hills and meadows watered by streams. The current owner of this storied property invites couples planning their wedding to consider this setting for their milestone celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

This restored Greek Revival property was originally built and owned by John Brown, the civil engineer supervisor of the B&O Railroad's Old Main Line during the 1830s. During the modernization of this line, Brown used discarded wooden rails for joists and rafters in the house's framing. This unique feature went undiscovered for years and is now a treasured part of the venue's history. The name was inspired by this once being the home of Lady Ellen Thompson and the glen it sits in. A couple may wed at the ceremony site near the spring-fed pond and stone springhouse before enjoying a reception at the outdoor tented event space. This area makes good use of the old barn ruin for a rustic ambience.

Services Offered

Glen Ellen Farm hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions as well as engagement parties and wedding showers. The venue staff can provide couples with the use of tables, chairs, and a dance floor for their reception. Tents and other items are also available.

Location

Glen Ellen Farm is located less than 20 minutes east and south from Frederick, Maryland. It is also only an hour away from the heart of Washington, DC. Additionally, Dulles International Airport is also an hour away, providing options for out-of-state guests.

Pricing information

$5,500 starting price $5,500 starting price
$9,500 average price $9,000 average price
Reception
$5,500,000 starting price
Ceremony
$300 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May, Jun, Sep, Oct.

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FAQ

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?

$5,500,000

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

$5,500

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?

$300

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

$300

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Tables

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Beach
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

March
April
July
August
September
November

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Glen Ellen Farm is described by couples as a magical and breathtaking venue that exceeded expectations. The property boasts stunning gardens, a beach, pond with a fountain, barn ruins, tent, manor house, and beautiful grounds, making it a fairy garden setting for weddings. The staff, particularly Debbie, is commended for their responsiveness, helpfulness, and attention to detail in creating seamless wedding experiences. Guests highlight the venue's beauty, diverse landscapes, and the accommodating nature of the team in catering to guests' needs, despite some accessibility concerns for elderly and handicapped guests. Many reviewers highly recommend Glen Ellen Farm for its picturesque charm and exceptional service.

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Glen Ellen Farm is described by couples as a magical and breathtaking venue that exceeded expectations. The property boasts stunning gardens, a beach, pond with a fountain, barn ruins, tent, manor house, and beautiful grounds, making it a fairy garden setting for weddings. The staff, particularly Debbie, is commended for their responsiveness, helpfulness, and attention to detail in creating seamless wedding experiences. Guests highlight the venue's beauty, diverse landscapes, and the accommodating nature of the team in catering to guests' needs, despite some accessibility concerns for elderly and handicapped guests. Many reviewers highly recommend Glen Ellen Farm for its picturesque charm and exceptional service.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 74 reviews
Google
4.3/5 138 reviews
Brigid
Brigid Sent on 09/27/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

truly a hidden gem

glen ellen farm isn't just a beautiful and well-cared for venue, it's the magic of mother nature intertwined with some of the kindest people around. debbie from glen ellen farm was so helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process, from giving us an extensive list of amazing vendors to work with to communicating to us each step of the way. it makes my heart so happy that we got to experience the best day of our life at one of the most stunning spots in maryland.
Kim
Kim E. Sent on 12/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue Ever

We immediately fell in love with Glen Ellen Farm the moment we saw it. We viewed nine wedding venues in the area and we can say with all certainty that Glen Ellen is by far the most beautiful and unique. We couldn’t have imagined a better place to say “I do” and start our lives together as a married couple. We are grateful to Debbie for her coordination, time, and patience as she answered our questions and we gathered necessary documents to rent the venue. We got married in October 2024 and it was the perfect setting. Where else can you get married that has gorgeous gardens, a beach, a pond with a fountain, stunning barn ruins, a huge tent, a beautiful manor house, fields, trees, etc. – the list goes on. Our manor mom for the big day, Bev, was also great and helped make the day seamless. We had the absolute best day of our lives at Glen Ellen Farm for our wedding and wouldn’t trade it for anything. We also had incredible engagement photos taken here November 2023 too! Would definitely recommend, hands down. THANK YOU!
Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 12/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

What a blessing!!

I cannot thank Debbie and the amazing crew at Glen Ellen Farm enough for the most perfect wedding day!! God truly blessed us with coming to Glen Ellen Farm and having our special day there. From the beginning, Debbie was responsive and loving with every single detail and she helped so much! All of the vendors she recommended for the venue were absolutely incredible, from the food to the DJ!! This venue was out of this world gorgeous even on a chilly November day! The love and attention to detail around the property is unmatched and you would be silly to pass this place up!
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Glen Ellen Farm is an amazingly beautiful venue that is sure to become a household name in wedding venues in the Frederick area. I worked with Debbie as a coordinator for the first wedding on this property in September and she is so amenable and easy to work with. She takes such care in every aspect of the property and with developing a relationship with the wedding couple. I am looking forward to working with Debbie for many more weddings in the years to come.

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Glen Ellen Farm frequently asked questions

Glen Ellen Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Glen Ellen Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Glen Ellen Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Glen Ellen Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Glen Ellen Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Glen Ellen Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Glen Ellen Farm is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in flexibility.

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