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Virginia is home to two mountain ranges – the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Appalachian Mountains. Which means that if you are looking for a Virginia wedding venue with mountain views, you are in luck. There are a lot! But these are what I would consider the 14 best mountain wedding venues in Virginia. They […]
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Irvine Estate is one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the Shenandoah Valley. It’s located in Lexington, a small town about an hour north of Roanoke and an hour south of Charlottesville. Most people choose Irvine Estate for their wedding because of the incredible views of the Allegheny Mountains from the wedding terrace. But […]
The Charlottesville area has tons of incredible vineyards to choose from for your wedding. But if you’re looking for sweeping mountain views, few can beat Moss. Moss is located about 30 minutes from downtown Charlottesville. It features panoramic views of the mountains, great wine and an intimate reception space. If you’re having a huge wedding, […]
Stone Mountain State Park may be one of the most unique natural areas for engagement sessions on the east coast. Its prominent feature is a huge dome of natural granite — like the Yosemite of North Carolina. As a result, Stone Mountain State Park features some of the best rock climbing in North Carolina. But […]
If you’re looking for an epic engagement session location, McAfee’s Knob will not disappoint. The summit boasts an iconic rocky ledge that is the most photographed place on the Appalachian Trail. With 270 degree views, McAfee’s Knob is stunning for both sunrise and sunset. But I highly recommend a weekday sunrise engagement session or elopement […]
If having a sustainable wedding is important to you, then you should consider sourcing your wedding flowers from a local flower farmer. Petal and Pail is located in Buchanan, a small town smack between Roanoke and Lexington. They specialize in the kind of beautiful, fragile flowers you have to buy locally. While full-service wedding flowers […]
If you’re looking for a photography session location in Blacksburg with mountain views then consider Heritage Community Park and Natural Area. Heritage Community Park is the largest park in Blacksburg with 169 acres of natural area. There are greenways throughout it, large meadows, mountain views and a wildflower garden. It’s accessible, doesn’t require a hike […]
A Sharp Top elopement isn’t for the faint of heart. To get there in time for sunrise you have to climb more than 1,200 feet over the course of a mile a half. But the payoff is absolutely worth it: 360 degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and an abundance of rocks you can […]
If your friends are getting married in Virginia and want to keep the bachelorette party local, you are in luck. Virginia is an incredibly diverse state and you can do everything from renting a cabin in a national park to having a beach weekend to exploring vineyards to skiing. For simplicity purposes, I’m going to […]
Bald Knob is a short hike near Blacksburg with incredible panoramic views. It’s perfect for an adventure elopement or engagement session.
If you want a hidden gem for your engagement session in southwestern Virginia, consider Buffalo Mountain Natural Area. This nature preserve is one of the best places for engagement or couples photography in the region. Buffalo Mountain sits on what used to be Cherokee land about 20 minutes outside of Floyd. It’s a popular hike, […]
