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38 years in business

Rockwood Manor Retreats & Events encompasses a 30-acre wooded park and a historic 1920s country house nestled on the shores of the C&O Canal and Potomac River in Potomac, District of Columbia. The Manor House has stood for nearly a century and has hosted first ladies, international diplomats, and thousands of private events throughout its rich history.

For 40 years, Rockwood Manor was the National Girl Scout Camp, and over the last 30 years, the property has transformed into a unique retreat destination with charming camp lodging and converted cabins that accommodate up to 85 guests overnight.

Although just six minutes from the Capital Beltway, Rockwood Manor is far removed from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Once you have arrived, the champion trees will embrace you, and in no time at all, you will be relaxing in a rocking chair on the Veranda or sipping a warm mug of hot chocolate by the fire pit.

Rockwood Manor is owned by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). It is one of three Montgomery Parks Event Centers.

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Scheduling a Visit

Schedule a tour of Rockwood Manor with someone from our Reservations Team. If you would like to see the event spaces now, view our 3D tour on our WeddingWire Storefront. For specific questions and availability, please get in touch with our Reservations Team.

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Booking Your Stay

Whether you stay for a whole week with friends, a long weekend with someone special, or just a quick getaway along the C&O Canal Trail, Rockwood Manor is the secluded wooded retreat you've been looking for.

Choose from a variety of guest house styles:

  • The Cottage (up to 10 guests)
  • Skyview Lodge (up to 17 guests)
  • French House Bungalow (up to 8 guests)
  • Weston Hill Bunkhouse (up to 12 guests)
  • The Oaks Bunkhouse (up to 20 guests)
  • Tall Timbers Bunkhouse (up to 20 guests)

Book today! Please enquire with our Reservations Team to book your guest room.

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Celebrations

The Manor House is the centerpiece of our property and accommodates up to 120 guests for a ceremony on the wooded Patio, followed by cocktails on the Veranda and a seated banquet in the rustic elegance of Brooke Hall.

The Hoover Hall ballroom and festive Sun Porch transform into a two-level party space for dessert and dancing. Flexible floor plans mean you can customize your guest experience and event flow to make your event completely unique.

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Wedding Retreats

When you book a retreat package, you give yourself the gift of time. Our packages give you exclusive access to everything in our beautiful wooded 30 acres, including every guest room and all the Manor House spaces.

Enjoy the convenience of hosting your rehearsal dinner, wedding day, and day-after brunch all on the same property. Catch up with out-of-town guests, decorate at your leisure with your friends and family, go hiking at Great Falls, and end each evening by the fire pit at the Greenwood Amphitheater.

Imagine your organization's strategic planning inspired by a group hike to Great Falls, the flow of the Potomac River, and the gentle sway of the trees. Ask about our custom weekday retreats for businesses.

**Rockwood Manor has a maximum capacity of 120 guests**

What You'll Love About Rockwood Manor

Couples adore the flexibility and beauty of the indoor and outdoor spaces at this venue. The team also makes its mark, going above and beyond to make the experience as seamless as possible. Check out their Virtual 360º Tour to get a feel for the layout and begin imagining your day coming to life.

Pricing information

$2,850 starting price $1,785 starting price
$4,600 average price $2,855 average price
Reception
$2,850 starting price
These prices are available for the months of April through October.

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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?

$2,850

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

$1,785

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Mansion
Park

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
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
November
December

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Reviews of Rockwood Manor

Weddingwire
4.7/5 34 reviews
Google
4.3/5 94 reviews
Claire
Claire Sent on 10/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So glad I found Rockwood Manor!

I am so incredibly thankful to all the folks at Rockwood Manor. My husband and I had a great experience through and through working with their team. Ryan gave us a tour and answered all my questions thoroughly, Autumn and Ryan helped us and answered more questions as we waited for our wedding to arrive, and Lucy helped tremendously day of work fluffing my veil/train. They provide tables and chairs, which was very convenient for us. The space is so beautiful and prices were so reasonable. If you’re a resident of Montgomery County, you would be eligible for in county discount pricing. My guests raved about how much they loved the venue and how perfect it was. It truly was a perfect day.
Taye
Taye Sent on 04/14/2012
5 out of 5 rating
I absolutely love this place. It has a wonderful scenery, especially the drive there. At first I was unsure of the place but I grew to love it, since I am more into nature this was perfect. All my my family and friends could not stop talking about how beautiful the venue was. I had my wedding on a Sunday and it was just perfect. The staff are friendly and calls back in a timely manner. Shelly, Martha, and Tanzi was wonderful throught our whole experience. Our day of site manager was Donell and he was more than helpful.
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David Sent on 05/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great venue, highly recommend!

We were looking for an outdoorsy venue that allowed us extra time with our guests and Rockwood Manor was perfect for us. We ended up booking the venue for the entire weekend and had about 30 people stay on site, which worked out really well. It's a flexible space with lots of rooms/options for how to lay things out, especially if the weather is nice (we had our ceremony and cocktail hour outside). We got to hike down to Great Falls on Saturday and ended each night with smores and a campfire (we decorated that area with string lights, which helped folks find it).

There are some rules that come along with the county-owned venue: no big tents, no amplified music outside (except for ceremony music), licensed caterer and bartender/alcohol rules that depend on manor house hours. But Janelle was amazing and extremely patient explaining things to us, and it all worked out great. Highly recommend the venue!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

Katy Murray Photography, LLC Katy Murray Photography, LLC Wedding Photographers

Rockwood manor is great to work with, we have done a few sessions here and they are always easy and fun! And their manor is so pretty, it's the perfect back drop for any event!

Creative Floral Designs Creative Floral Designs Wedding Florists

Love this Venue. The venue is beautiful with so many options from all out side to a beautiful inside. . Beautiful grounds, and gardens. The staff is wonderful to work with.

Helen Don Photography Helen Don Photography Wedding Photographers

Gorgeous and unique location for a wedding. Would love to shoot there again.

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