Glen Ellen Farms is a historic ranch wedding venue in the greater Washington, D.C. area. This rustic outdoorsy wedding venue features 30 acres of hilly meadows and winding streams, as well as a stone patio overlooking a pond. Couples will find this venue 18 minutes from Frederick, Maryland and 55 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C.
Facilities and Capacity
Up to 300 guests can join couples on their special day at Glen Ellen Farms. Couples can wed on this venue’s expansive property, with one of the most popular wedding sites being the pond. Couples can exchange vows on a small circular stone patio overlooking the pond after the wedding party processes down the stone path between the rows of folding chairs set up neatly in the grass. Nearby, couples will discover a pergola structure built just in front of a stone wall. They can choose to have the wedding ceremony here for more space if they wish, with the wall as their backdrop. Tented receptions can be held on the farm in flexible locations, with the pond or manor house in the background. The classic white house makes a wonderful setting for reception backdrops or wedding portraits.
Services Offered
The staff at this venue offer convenient event items and services for a couple’s big day. Wedding attendees will find onsite parking, and couples can include their furry family members at this pet-friendly location. Other items and services for a couple’s big day include:
Other Services
Couples are welcome to host their ceremony, cocktail hour and reception at this flexible and country-style ranch. The venue also welcomes couples hosting bridal showers and engagement parties.
History
This 1950s Greek Revival home was once inhabited by Lady Ellen Thompson, presumed ghostwriter of the romance novel, Lorna Doone. It was purchased by Ellen and her husband, Professor Herbert Thompson, in 1874. They purchased the manor from John Brown, who used discarded wooden railroad rails for the rafters and joists in building the house’s framing.
48 Reviews for Glen Ellen Farm
Recommended by 99% of couples
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Deborah Morris · Married on 10/24/2020
I’m so glad we found this place!
Gorgeous setting! Debra is amazing and obviously loves what she does. The grounds are beautifully maintained. She offers a venue that will make any bride smile
Sent on 07/27/2019
Katelyn · Married on 10/19/2019
October wedding
My wedding was absolutely incredible! So many guest commented on how beautiful it was! Absolutely breath taking!
Sent on 10/26/2019
Judy. Meissner · Married on 08/24/2019
Perfect in every way!
Glen Ellen Farm is absolutely the most beautiful venue in the area. As soon as we visited the grounds, we knew this was the perfect place for my daughters wedding. The staff was extremely professional and helpful in running every detail needed for the day . We were so pleased and highly recommend, you won't be disappointed!
Sent on 09/12/2019
1 Endorsement
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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