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The Barns at Mattaponi Springs
4.9 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Ruther Glen, Virginia
Woodsy wedding venue located amid landscaped grounds, featuring airy barns, a manor house and cottages.
Plan your tour
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Climate climate-controlled barn — comfortable for a July dance floor or a December ceremony
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (804) 485-0092
- Website mattaponisprings.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“The venue itself is stunning — the grounds are beautifully kept, the barn is elegant yet cozy, and every detail feels so thoughtfully designed.”
“The property overlooks a large pond and has very affordable wedding packages.”
Amenities couples mention
“The bridal suite being separate from the Manor House was also very nice so we didn’t have to limit where the guys could go in the house while we were getting ready.”
“The property overlooks a large pond and has very affordable wedding packages.”
“The views were breathtaking, the service was outstanding, and the team made sure everything went off without a hitch.”
“The bar staff at the grill fed us like we were royalty.”
What couples say again and again
“Oh my goodness this place is magical beyond- the staff in every area both at the Barns and the Lodge were attentive and were right there; polite and on it the entire day.”
“Tammy was so accommodating in doing their first ever FaceTime venue tour, allowing us to have a look at the property before booking.”
“She stood ready to answer any question at any moment and made the whole process a seamless and stress-free experience for us.”
“We are so grateful to the owners, Jim Oliff and his son Adam, as well as their wonderful venue coordinator, Tammy Anderson, for making this the best day ever.”
“We loved the inclusiveness of the decor on hand and all of our guests raved about how beautiful and wonderful the event was.”
From the reviews
What a beautiful venue! From a wedding photographers perspective, I was absolutely blown away at how much this venue offered. The bridal suite is clean and bright and offered privacy for the bride to get into her dress.
The staff was awesome and the wedding was very well organized and planned out. The staff was on point and one of the best venues i've been to in a long while for a wedding. Thank you staff for the wonderful service provided.
I had the pleasure of officiating my niece’s wedding recently at The Barns of Mattaponi Springs. This was my second time staying on property. When my sister started describing what the bride and groom were looking for Mattaponi checked every box.
If you have come this far in your search for a venue, you are wasting your time looking any further than The Barns at Mattaponi Springs in Ruther Glen. We spent months searching for and visiting venues to host our wedding.
Getting married at The Barns at Mattaponi Springs
The Barns at Mattaponi Springs comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at The Barns at Mattaponi Springs
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Barns at Mattaponi Springs — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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