Located in Staunton, Virginia, The Blackburn Inn invites couples to host their outdoor ceremony and other wedding-related events at their historic hotel & venue. Situated on an 80-acre campus atop rolling green landscapes spotted with willow trees, the boutique hotel has been modified to offer a modern, upscale retreat for guests. The venue’s red brick, whitewashed wood trim, and dramatic details offer couples a distinct and classic Virginia space to exchange vows.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples are welcome to use the venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and elopements, as well as engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers. The Blackburn Inn offers both covered and uncovered outdoor options, capable of accommodating up to 250 wedding guests. Couples can choose areas such as the fountains, the tented lower terrace, the gazebo area, or the meadow to organize their occasion. For indoor accomidations our Conference Center is the perfect options. With two spacious rooms and the Gallery 1828 and The Great Hall are a great choice for those wanting a rustic feel with all of the luxeries of modern conference centers. Plenty of parking can be offered to wedding guests, and wheelchair access also available.

For couples that have already chosen an alternate wedding venue, they may also simply utilize the property as a home-away-from-home for their friends and family, with group accommodations available at preferred rates.

Services Offered
The Blackburn Inn has a selection of all-inclusive packages couples can consider when booking this venue. The packages may contain extra services for the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and accommodations. Vendors can be selected from a list of preferred vendors supplied by the facility, which are all professional, exceptional businesses in the local area. An on-site venue manager will be present the day of the wedding to assist with most necessary details, as well as arrange set up and clean up for the event. The Inn can also provide items such as chairs, tables, lighting, tents, and glassware. The in-house bar offers couples the option to have their own bartenders serve house and specialty beer and wine to guests from an open, limited, or cash bar.

Accommodations
First and foremost, The Blackburn Inn and Conference Center is a luxury boutique hotel, boasting 49 uniquely appointed guestrooms featuring luxury linens, rainfall showerheads, and original hardwood floors. The Blackburn Inn is happy to offer overnight accommodations at discounted rates. Select rooms are dog-friendly, and all are designed for rest and relaxation with comfortable beds, tall ceilings, and lounge spaces.