The Market at Grelen

Somerset, VA

Parks & Gardens

250 guest capacity

Picture a wedding unfolding among flowering orchards, European inspired gardens, and sweeping Blue Ridge views. At The Market at Grelen, the beauty of a working tree nursery creates a setting that feels cultivated yet wonderfully connected to the Virginia countryside.

Exchange vows beneath the branches of a weeping cherry tree, among the open fields of the Berry Field, or against the mountain panorama at Bloomfield. Guests can wander through garden paths toward the greenhouse and stone terrace for cocktails before gathering beneath the tent for dinner and dancing as the landscape shifts from sunset to starlight.

From quiet garden vows to an evening beneath the open sky, The Market at Grelen lets the surrounding landscape become part of every chapter of the celebration.

Highlights

Bridal & Groom Suite Rooms

Two private suites in the Magnolia Cottage are included for eight hours of access between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM on the wedding day.
The upper suite features a five-person beauty bar, kitchenette, and powder room.
The lower suite includes a private side entrance, lounge seating, and a full bathroom.

Event Rentals

Table inventory includes seventeen 6-foot round tables, one 8-foot banquet table, and one 6-foot banquet table.
Seating includes 175 cross-back chairs, patio lounge furniture, and six Adirondack chairs.
Four wine barrel bars are provided for beverage stations and decor.

Lighting & Sound

Reception spaces include dimmable chandeliers and overhead bistro lighting.
Ambient bistro string lights are installed across the pergola and stone terrace areas.

WiFi

Wireless internet is available on-site for events.

Catering

Couples are required to select a full-service caterer from the venue's preferred vendor list.
A dedicated 20-foot by 20-foot covered catering prep area is provided on-site.
In-house drop-off food and beverage packages can be pre-ordered for the getting-ready suites.

Bar Services

Bar setups and alcohol service must be managed by a licensed caterer with a Virginia ABC banquet permit.
Outside alcohol and food are prohibited in the getting-ready suites under Virginia state regulations.

Event Coordination Team

Hiring a professional wedding planner from the venue's approved list is required.
The venue events team conducts an onboarding session and a final on-site logistics meeting.

Wheelchair-accessible facilities

A permanent outdoor bathhouse features multiple ADA-compliant, wheelchair-accessible restrooms.

Parking

Complimentary on-site parking is available for event guests and vendors.

Accommodation

Spotswood Lodge is located nearby and accommodates up to 20 overnight guests across 11 acres.
Boxwood Villa provides estate lodging for up to 10 overnight guests.
The 118 Suite at The Grelen Depot offers a two-room luxury honeymoon suite accommodating two guests.

Transportation

The venue provides a complimentary Kubota utility vehicle ride for sunset portraits on the nursery grounds.
Venue driveways and parking areas accommodate guest shuttles and chartered buses.

Pet Friendly

Leashed dogs are permitted on outdoor property grounds and trails for ceremonies and wedding portraits.

Additional Amenities

Venue access includes eight potted magnolia trees and 15 to 20 seasonal potted nursery plants for wedding styling.
Couples receive complimentary after-hours access to the property for an engagement photo session.

250 seated guest capacity for dinner
250 seated guest capacity for the ceremony site

Make it yours

Bring the working nursery into your celebration with living potted trees, shrubs, and seasonal botanicals, using them to frame altar backdrops, tent perimeters, and tables with layers of natural texture.
Add a playful local touch with Grelen’s small batch ice cream, seasonal sundae bars, and pairings of Virginia wines, craft beers, and regional ciders.
Invite guests to explore six miles of nursery trails before gathering around the Berry Lawn fire pit for an interactive s’mores station beneath the evening sky.
Extend the experience beyond the reception with relaxed fireside gatherings and time spent exploring the nursery grounds, giving the celebration an easygoing garden party feel.

Location

Set in Somerset, Virginia, The Market at Grelen is surrounded by rolling countryside, working orchards, cultivated gardens, and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views in the Charlottesville region.

15091 Yager Road, Somerset, VA 22972