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Valley Mills Farm is a countryside wedding venue situated near Swoope, Virginia. Nestled in the rolling landscape of Augusta County, this location offers a number of inviting indoor and open-air backdrops for unforgettable celebrations. Blending rustic elegance with contemporary style, this charming sanctuary allows couples to create magical moments with their nearest and dearest loved ones.

Facilities and Capacity

Originally constructed in 1824, the Valley Mills farm homestead is tucked away on 15 acres on either side of the Middle River and can host intimate gatherings of up to 150 guests. A ceremony gazebo site offers a tranquil spot for couples to exchange vows on the banks of the river, while the barn provides alternative space for covered ceremonies and receptions. Their wedding packages include a two-hour time slot for photoshoots and stylish get-ready rooms for full privacy. Couples are invited to make the space their own and take advantage of the amenities available. Other facilities include:

  • Catering prep kitchen and bar in the barn
  • Covered patio area
  • Firepit and wood
  • Tables and chairs
  • Restroom facilities

Services Offered

The team at Valley Mills Farms is ready to help by creating a personalized planning package. For added peace of mind, a coordinator will also be present to ensure events run smoothly throughout the course of the day. You are invited to book from their list of preferred vendors, with particular recommendations based on personal preferences and requirements. Available MC and DJ entertainment services facilitate reception festivities, inviting guests onto the dancefloor all evening long. An additional bartending package takes care of serving the beverages couples bring to the venue themselves, as well as the resulting organization and cleanup. Finally, attendants are onsite to navigate parking and direct guest arrivals to the ceremony and reception sites.

  • Woman-owned
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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?

$6,000

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

$5,000

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?

$6,000

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

$5,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July

Reviews of Valley Mills Farm

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Valley Mills Farm is a picturesque, rustic venue with a beautiful barn, river views, and charming features like alpacas. Reviewers praised the attentive, organized staff and day-of coordination that made planning and rain-day moves seamless. All-inclusive packages and in-house vendors simplified planning and offered great value. Guests said the day ran smoothly and felt stress-free and magical.

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Valley Mills Farm is a picturesque, rustic venue with a beautiful barn, river views, and charming features like alpacas. Reviewers praised the attentive, organized staff and day-of coordination that made planning and rain-day moves seamless. All-inclusive packages and in-house vendors simplified planning and offered great value. Guests said the day ran smoothly and felt stress-free and magical.

Elena
Elena Sent on 04/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

Valley Mills Farm is the ultimate event space for a rustic-barn wedding. GO WITH VMF!!! Their staff is absolutely phenomenal and went above and beyond. Monica answered all my questions leading up & was sooo helpful with setting up the layout of the seating arrangements. She called, texted, and even FaceTimed me the decor and event space, since I didn’t live in the area! My husband and I can’t thank her enough for making our vision literally come to life on the wedding day. Her venue also comes with other wedding services that made it SO easy to book vendors. The wedding space was more beautiful than we could have ever imagined and the alpaca farm on her property is such a fun touch & great convo piece!!! The biggest part that truly makes VMF and extraordinary place is that the staff is in constant communication and they will go out-of-the-box to make your vision happen!!!! Thank you Monica and staff!!!!
Sierra
Sierra Sent on 03/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our Fairytale Wedding!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Valley Mills Farm! From the very beginning, the staff made us feel like family—they were incredibly friendly, attentive, organized and genuinely excited about our wedding. Monica was very supportive and accommodating. She made sure the entire planning process was seamless and stress-free.

The farm itself is absolutely breathtaking. Inside, the charm and beauty of the venue shine through, and the scenery outside is gorgeous with rustic touches that made every moment and photo unforgettable. Celebrating our wedding here truly felt like a fairy tale!

With the snowy weather, we had to move our wedding inside, and the team handled it flawlessly. Thanks to their attention to detail and care, our wedding day truly felt like a dream come true.

We couldn’t recommend Valley Mills Farm more for anyone looking for a beautiful, stress-free, and magical wedding experience! Our wedding exceeded all of our expectations, and we will cherish the memories forever!
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Abigail Sent on 02/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Love! Love! Love!

My husband and I were looking for a place to host our baby shower that felt fun yet elegant, and Valley Mills Farm exceeded our expectations! The barn was the perfect spot for our group—beautiful, spacious, and welcoming. The kids especially loved being able to go outside and visit the alpacas!

We loved the property so much that we also decided to take our maternity photos there, and they turned out absolutely amazing. Thank you for providing such a wonderful place to celebrate the life of our son. If you’re looking for a venue to get married or celebrate any life event, Valley Mills Farm is truly the place to go!
L
Lee Sent on 12/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Rustic charm

A more perfect day could not be had, the views the atmosphere all over the top. Attentive staff and vendors all working in unison to make our day perfect.
S
Staci Sent on 12/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Making memories

Staff is great, very attentive! Beautiful venue!! I would recommend to any couple looking to make there special day a wonderful memory!
Justin
Justin Sent on 12/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

My wife and I were married at Valley Mills Farm, and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect venue. The property is absolutely beautiful, offering endless options to make your wedding day memorable, charming, and uniquely your own.

From the very beginning, Monica was incredible to work with. She is knowledgeable, attentive, and truly invested in helping couples bring their vision to life. Throughout the entire planning process, she offered thoughtful guidance, helpful advice, and support whenever we needed it.

The barn itself is spacious, comfortable, and welcoming for all guests. It strikes that perfect balance of rustic elegance and warmth that makes every moment feel special. The staff at Valley Mills Farm is fantastic as well—professional, friendly, and always willing to assist in any way they can.

If you’re looking for a wedding venue that’s not only stunning but also supported by a caring, experienced team, Valley Mills Farm is the place. Our day was everything we hoped for and more, and we are so grateful for the role they played in making it unforgettable.
K
Kate Sent on 11/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue for our fall wedding!

Our wedding at Valley Mills Farm was a perfect day! Everything ran smoothly and we are so thankful for Monica's help throughout the entire process. We especially loved booking one of the "package" options where VMF handled the catering, cake, DJ, bartending, day-of coordinator, etc, since it meant we had far fewer things to worry about in the weeks leading up to the wedding. We also got several compliments on the beautiful venue location. We would do it all over again if we could!
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Treva Sent on 10/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend this Venue

I can’t express enough how happy we all were with Monica and Valley Mills Farm with my Son’s wedding. Everything went smooth the day of the wedding. Monica and her staff were all professional and very nice. I highly recommend this BEAUTIFUL Venue for any event that you may have coming up. I promise you will not be disappointed! Monica is great to work with! Devin , McKenzi and myself are glad we chose Valley Mills Farm to host their BEAUTIFUL Wedding.
D
Devin Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Expectations Exceeded

I recently had the pleasure of hosting my wedding at Valley Mills Farm, and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation we had. From the moment we toured the space, the staff made us feel like family, but it was during the actual event that they truly shone, going above and beyond in ways that turned our special unforgettable.
The venue itself is stunning—a temperature-controlled barn with modern amenities that blended seamlessly with its rustic charm. We opted for an indoor-outdoor setup, and the coordination was flawless. What set them apart, though, was the team's dedication to personalization and problem-solving. Our coordinator, Tina, anticipated needs we didn't even know we had, ensuring every detail was executed with precision and care. Guests raved about how seamless everything felt!
The way they treated us as a couple was nothing short of heartwarming. My partner and I were nervous first-time planners, but the team was incredibly attentive and empathetic. It felt like they genuinely cared about our happiness, not just the logistics.
Overall, the event ran smoother than we could have imagined, with over 100 guests flowing effortlessly from ceremony to dancing. The value was outstanding too—transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and the quality far surpassed anything we could have had in mind. If you're looking for a venue that treats you like royalty and handles every detail with grace, Valley Mills Farm is it. We left feeling grateful and blissfully happy. 5 stars without hesitation—I'd relive it all again in a heartbeat! Highly recommend for any couple wanting a stress-free, magical wedding.
G
Gabrielle Sent on 06/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

Valley Mills Farm is a wonderful and quaint venue with rustic charm. The scenery is beautiful, and the alpacas are a nice addition - the guests loved them! Our wedding was perfect. We enjoyed working with the owner Monica, who was very professional and made sure that everything was on track. I appreciate the wedding packages offered that include vendors like catering, DJ, and photobooth, which made wedding planning easier. I recommend VMF to anyone looking to get married, and we would certainly work with them again.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Valley Mills Farm frequently asked questions

Valley Mills Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Valley Mills Farm includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Valley Mills Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
Valley Mills Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Valley Mills Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Valley Mills Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
Valley Mills Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Valley Mills 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: 5 in average response time, 5 in value, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in professionalism.
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