Last year we photographed a wedding at the 1763 Inn in Upperville, Virginia (not too far from Warrenton, VA - about an hour from D.C.). The Inn has a restaurant, a number of dining rooms (including one detached reception hall that, we're guessing, can hold between 75 and 100 people.) It also includes extensive grounds; in the photo below you can see a number of guests and a bridge that leads to the back half of the property.
And yes, the two white spots in the water are swans.Even though there are rooms in the Inn itself, there are also a number of cabins in the woods behind the lake - there are 18 total rooms available. The Inn offers a nice balance: it operates like a bed and breakfast, and has a very cozy feel, but it also has more rooms available than the typical bed and breakfast and can accommodate a larger wedding party.
For the service itself you can either use one of the reception halls or a large outdoor patio overlooking the lake (with room for seating around 150 people).
Why the photo of this young man? (He's inside the reception building.) Over the years we've developed a simple rule of thumb: if the location is comfortable and flexible enough that kids can have a good time... it's a pretty safe bet that everyone will have a good time. The 1763 Inn is one of those places; great staff, service that was smooth and transparent, and plenty of room for everyone to enjoy themselves. To check them out, you can visit their website by clicking here (sadly, their website doesn't do them any justice at all - it's a lot prettier than it appears.)
