Business Details
Your Dream Wedding Venue in Bedford, VA
At The Old Mill Farm Venue, we take pride in transforming weddings into timeless celebrations rooted in our family's heritage. Our 100-acre property, steeped in history, features a meticulously restored 1800s log cabin, a nostalgic red barn adorned with vintage charm, and sprawling gardens that offer endless photo opportunities. As a family-owned venue operating for generations, we limit events to 25 annually to ensure personalized attention and exclusivity for each couple. Our reception barn boasts a grand chandelier, stone fireplace, and white satin-draped ceilings, while our grounds showcase a serene pond, antique farm equipment, and vibrant floral displays.We provide farm tables, sweetheart tables, and seating for up to 100 guests, complemented by restroom facilities and two cottages for bridal and groom parties. Located in Bedford, Virginia, our venue sits 35 minutes from Roanoke or Lynchburg, with nearby accommodations at Smith Mountain Lake and in Bedford. We invite couples to schedule private tours to experience how our historic property can bring their wedding vision to life.
Services
Venue Rental
Event Planning
Photography Backdrops
Accommodation Assistance
Seasonal Packages
Highlights and features
- Family-owned venue with generations of heritage in Bedford County
- Exclusive access limited to 25 events annually for personalized service
- Historic 1800s log cabin and red barn with modern event amenities
- 100+ acre property featuring gardens, ponds, and vintage farm equipment
- Complimentary farm tables, sweetheart table, and seating for 100 guests
What people say
Beautiful grounds
Wonderful owners
Perfect venue
Stunning photo backgrounds
Cherished memories
Services
Wedding Venue Rental
Our 100-acre property offers multiple ceremony and reception locations including a restored 1800s log cabin, red barn with white satin draping, and scenic outdoor settings. The venue accommodates up to 100 guests with farm tables, sweetheart table, and chairs included. Seasonal pricing ranges from $5,200 to $6,650 depending on date.
Photography Packages
Professional photography services available through partner vendors Heather Turner Photography and Nicki Ahrens Photography. Capture moments in our gardens featuring 4-5 foot phlox, wisteria-covered arbors, vintage farm equipment, and pond vistas. Packages available as add-ons to venue rentals.
Event Planning
Personalized planning assistance from our family team with decades of local experience. Services include timeline creation, vendor recommendations, and day-of coordination. Limited to 25 events annually to ensure dedicated attention to each couple's unique vision.
Accommodations Assistance
Guidance for guest accommodations near Smith Mountain Lake and downtown Bedford. Our team provides recommendations for hotels, vacation rentals, and transportation logistics for weddings held at our rural 3705 Chestnut Fork Rd location.
Seasonal Packages
Customizable packages available for different seasons including DJ services, wedding cake, floral arrangements, and photography. December rentals receive special pricing with potential for discounted rates on additional services compared to peak spring and fall seasons.
Questions
What is included in the wedding venue rental?
Rental includes access to 100 acres of grounds, reception barn with farm tables and chairs for 100 guests, two cottages for bridal parties, and restroom facilities.
How many events do you host annually?
We limit events to 25 per year to ensure personalized attention and exclusive access for each couple's special day.
What are your peak season dates?
Peak season runs April through June and September through November, with premium pricing during these months compared to July-August and December rates.
Do you allow outside vendors?
Yes, we welcome couples to bring their preferred vendors including caterers, florists, and entertainment providers for their event.
What photo locations are available on property?
Featured spots include the wisteria-covered ceremony arbor, phlox garden, old mill pond, vintage farm equipment displays, and the white-draped reception barn.
Is accommodation assistance provided?
We recommend nearby lodging options at Smith Mountain Lake and in Bedford, with hotels located approximately 15 minutes from our venue.
Reviews (5)
Jennifer Booze
Jan 02, 2021
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The venue was absolutely amazing. Beautiful view and perfect for photos in so many different areas. This venue not only has the view but has a great family oriented, down to earth venue manager. Robyn was so kind. She truly cares about her brides and desires of how the couple wants to see their wedding. Robyn is wonderful and helped me and my husband have the most amazing wedding! Thank you for everything!
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Julie Bays
Dec 21, 2020
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Old Mill Farm delivers a beautiful venue, fabulous service, and a wonderful experience. Robyn provided excellent vendor suggestions and top notch service to ensure that the wedding was perfect. Every detail was attended to, and we felt like she treated our familys occasion as if it were her own. We LOVE Old Mill Farm and look forward to any event booked there.
Emilie Ball
Oct 21, 2020
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Amazing and beautiful venue. Everyone who worked for Old Mill Farm was helpful and professional, I couldnt ask for anything better! Any concern I had they made sure it would be fixed. As someone who works in the wedding business as a decorator and coordinator, they truly made sure my day was nothing less than amazing.
J. Bohn Bishop
Oct 14, 2020
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Robyn is amazing to work with. Ive hosted multiple showers at this venue as well as attended many, many weddings and each time Ive enjoyed my experience! The staff are kind, professional, and ready to help make it the best event ever! Thank you, OMF!
Kelsey Sowers
Oct 11, 2020
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There is no professionalism with this venue. As an Event Manager, who runs weddings for a career I go in with high expectations. When arriving to the venue, I thought the property was beautiful. However, to be immediately welcomed by the manager Robyn by distaste and raising of her voice at me and my guest was not a good first look at this venue. Staff are not dressed accordingly making it very difficult for anyone to know who is staff or not. The manager is unprofessional and is no good with confrontation, ie she just walks away and threatens anyone that has a complaint to be removed from
