House Mountain Inn Venue | Virginia Wedding Venue Feature
When breathtaking mountain views are paired with the perfect, private wedding venue fit for weddings of all sizes true magic happens. Which is exactly what you get when booking House Mountain Inn Venue, located right in the core of the Shenandoah Valley in Lexington, Virginia. House Mountain Inn and its sister venue Irvine Estates are located just 15 minutes from historic downtown Lexington, less than an hour from Roanoke’s Regional Airport, and offers true rustic elegance with modern amenities, making it an ideal choice for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. As a Virginia Wedding Photographer in this informative blog I am going to dive into all the specifics of this venue and
A Venue with Unmatched Mountain Charm
When booking your wedding venue there is a lot that goes into the decision, but above the amazing food or huge getting ready spaces you always want to consider what your background for the majority of your captured memories will be. While backgrounds are not the most important, here at House Mountain Inn you are going to have perfect backgrounds in every single direction with its almost 360 degree mountain top views! From sun up to sun down you are given that sunny glow and mountain side shade.
More than the views, House Mountain Inn offers multiple event spaces that embrace the natural beauty of the Allegheny Mountains perfect for my outdoor adventurous couples who like a chance to get dressed up and show off a touch of mountainside elegance. Top spots to note for this venue include;
- Robert E. Lee Ballroom – 3,200 sq ft of warm, white pine log walls, a grand stone fireplace, and vaulted thirty-foot post-and-beam ceilings. A stunning space for indoor receptions.
- The Outdoor Pavilion – Overlooks the pond and mountains, featuring a stone wood-burning fireplace and covered open-air design perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and dancing under the stars.
These spaces offer flexibility for weddings of all sizes, from intimate ceremonies to large-scale celebrations with up to 250 guests.
No Stress Weekend With All-Inclusive Weekend Wedding Experience
What truly sets House Mountain Inn apart is the opportunity to take care of multiple wedding planning tasks all at once with the venues all-inclusive, exclusive-use model. Different from many local venues in the area, when you book your wedding with House Mountain Inn, the entire estate is yours for the WHOLE weekend. This includes:
- Nine private guest rooms for family and friends to stay on-site
- In-house catering with customizable menus
- Bar service and planning assistance
- Event rentals like tables, chairs, linens, and flatware
- Personalized Service & Expert Staff
The team at House Mountain Inn is known for going above and beyond to make each wedding special. From helping with your timeline to ensuring every detail fits your vision, the staff’s flexibility and professionalism make the planning process stress-free.
Why I Love Photographing Weddings at House Mountain Inn
As a Virginia wedding photographer who has had the pleasure of photographing at venues across the state, House Mountain Inn is one of my favorite places to capture love stories for adventure loving, mountain dreamers. Here’s why:
A Venue That Feels Like a Getaway
For couples who want the chance to truly step away from the hustle and bustle of life this venue provides privacy while still being perfectly accessible! Just 15 minutes from downtown Lexington, you can have guests coming from far and wide with plenty of housing opportunities. You are also able to have ample parking that a city side venue would not offer, but around an hour from the airport for long distance travelers. The drive itself feels like an escape, and the surroundings shift beautifully with the seasons.
Gorgeous Light & Scenic Spots
The property is bathed in some of the most gorgeous golden light I’ve been able to experience, especially at sunset. From soft shaded areas for portraits to wide-open spaces for ceremony shots, every angle photographs beautifully. It’s also one of the only venues with a covered ceremony space that still provides the same level of view which is undeniably a top selling point for those type A brides who desire the perfect plan rain or shine.
Indoor + Outdoor Flexibility
Mentioned earlier in the blog this venue is perfect for any type of day, both rain or shine with multiple covered areas that still have those epic views. The Robert E. Lee Ballroom offers cozy rustic elegance, and the outdoor pavilion is a dream for ceremonies with a view. But the best part is with so much flexibility you have more opportunity to play around with where to do each part of the day with optimal space to separate groups!
Lexington Wedding Vendors to Elevate Your Day
While this blog is centered around the amazing day you can have by booking House Mountain Inn. It would be a major disservice to you as a wedding photographer serving this venue to not remind you that while a venue backdrop is a vital part of the day, the rest of the magic does not happen without a top shelf vendor team. You will need help laying out the timeline for the day, delegating who will execute the timeline tasks and where, the wedding day dream look does not happen without the help of a talented HMUA, a florist will be the perfect part of making the venue unique to your personal color palette, catering and your selected dj are what will be controlling the environment of the day, and all the big memories of the day will soon be forgotten without the help of photo and video to freeze those moments to be lived again and again for years to come.
After 250+ weddings here is a list of people I know will not let you down;
Lexington Virginia Wedding Planners
Lexington Virginia Wedding Catering
Lexington Virginia Wedding Florists
Lexington Virginia Wedding HMUA
Lexington Virginia Wedding Bakers
Lexington Virginia Wedding Videographers
Lexington Virginia Wedding DJ’s
Lexington Virginia Rentals & Decor
- Aztec Rental
- Adorn Collective
- Paisley & Jade (for specialty lounge & vintage rentals)
General Cost Breakdown for a House Mountain Inn Wedding
So now that you know this is the perfect venue for you and you’re ready to book, let’s take a quick moment for what’s to come. A venue and date will now kickstart the rest of your wedding planning and vendor bookings. There is a lot of different opinions for what it takes to have a good wedding, firstly the goal of the day is for you to celebrate the combining of two lives into one. You can do it on any budget, but on average it is most common to expect to spend between $20,000-$50,000 Here’s a general estimate of what couples might spend for a wedding at House Mountain Inn, based on a 100–150 guest event:
- Venue Rental (Weekend Exclusive Use):
$8,000–$11,000 (Varies by season and package) - Catering & Bar (In-House):
$80–$150 per guest (For 100 guests: $8,000–$15,000) - Photography/Videography:
$3,000–$8,000+ - Florals:
$2,000–$6,000+ - Planner/Coordinator:
$2,000–$6,000 - Hair & Makeup:
$500–$2,000 (Based on party size) - Cake/Bakery:
$500–$1,000 - DJ/Live Music:
$800–$3,000 - Rentals:
Included in venue package or $500–$2,000+ for specialty upgrades
Estimated Total for 100 Guests:
Low End: ~$26,300
High End: ~$54,000+
Keep in mind these are general ranges—House Mountain Inn simplifies much of the cost by offering all-inclusive services that reduce the need for outside rentals, staffing, or travel fees.
Ready to Book House Mountain Inn and Dream Vendors
Now that we’ve broken down the reasons to book House Mountain Inn, we can truly say this venue seamlessly blends natural beauty with exceptional service, offering couples a memorable and personalized wedding experience. Its combination of rustic but elegant charm, modern conveniences, and dedicated staff makes it a standout choice for those looking to celebrate their love amidst the tranquility of Virginia’s mountains.
The Ideal Couple for House Mountain Inn
- Mountain Escape Lover: You’re inspired by breathtaking mountain views and craves a wedding surrounded by nature’s beauty, privacy, and less is more for you.
- Rustic Elegance Stylet: Loves the charm of rustic settings combined with elegant, refined details.
- Seeks Intimacy: Prefers intimate or moderately sized weddings that feel personal and heartfelt.
- Authenticity Seeker: Values an authentic, relaxed atmosphere where natural beauty shines.
- Cozy Comfort Appreciator: Enjoys cozy, stylish accommodations like cabins that make guests feel at home.
- Outdoor Adventure Spirit: Drawn to venues offering fresh mountain air and outdoor gathering spaces.
- Experience-Focused: Wants her wedding venue to be more than a location—an immersive mountain experience blending ruggedness with timeless beau
Looking For A Lexington Wedding Photographer or Videographer?
If you’re looking for a wedding photographer in Lexington, Virginia, you’re in luck—I absolutely adore any time I am at this venue and working with their talented team so I am excited to offer wedding photography, videography, and content creation packages to couples who are ready to freeze the moments of your big day for years to come!
Whether you’re planning a wedding at House Mountain Inn, or its sister venue Irvine Estate or another venue in or near Lexington, you’ll find photographers who specialize in everything, but my personal approach is focusing on photos that feel intentional and timeless with a mixture of candid, emotion driven, and posed family shots. My editing is true to color, with artistic black and whites sprinkled throughout the gallery delivery.
You can learn more about my packages, view full galleries, and learn how I can help make sure you have the best wedding day possible by inquiring for your wedding day here.
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