River's Bend Ranch
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About This Vendor
A casual yet breathtaking setting in the Valley.
A working guest ranch and event venue owned and operated by the McConnell family for almost 40 years. We sit on over 250 beautiful acres nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the George Washington National Forest, with a half-mile frontage on the Shenandoah River. We also have over 20 bedrooms on-site able to accommodate around 50 overnight guests, making RBR the perfect setting for engagement parties, wedding ceremonies, and receptions - no one has to leave the party! On the ranch guests can enjoy fishing, birding, and walking trails, as well as lawn games and our indoor game room. Trail rides along our piece of the Shenandoah's South Fork are available to guests and the general public, and can accommodate any riding ability. We're just a short drive from the town of Luray, its famous Caverns, and many activities for all ages.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 150
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsDestination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service
SettingsBarn, Farm & Ranch, Mountain, Trees
Business AttributesWoman-owned Business
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View PricesRiver's Bend Ranch Reviews
Leanne Desmond (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I had my wedding at River's Bend Ranch last month and am still getting compliments from guests about how magical the venue was! We rented out all of the accommodations in addition to the reception space, so we were able to have our wedding party, families and a few close friends stay on site. It was so much fun having everyone there to be a part of the whole weekend from check in on Friday to check out on Sunday. My aunt and cousin even led a wedding morning yoga class overlooking the mountains! Caroline was so helpful and everyone was flexible and worked with us to make sure everything was perfect for our big day (well... really it was our big weekend, because why stop at just one day!?)
Reviewed on 11-10-2023
I had my wedding at River's Bend Ranch last month and am still getting compliments from guests about how magical the venue was! We rented out all of the accommodations in addition to the reception space, so we were able to have our wedding party, families and a few close friends stay on site. It was so much fun having everyone there to be a part of the whole weekend from check in on Friday to check out on Sunday. My aunt and cousin even led a wedding morning yoga class overlooking the mountains! Caroline was so helpful and everyone was flexible and worked with us to make sure everything was perfect for our big day (well... really it was our big weekend, because why stop at just one day!?)
Reviewed on 11-10-2023
Daniela Anderson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
When we first got engaged, we had a very specific vision for what we wanted our wedding to be and represent. We wanted a place in beautiful nature where all of our closest friends and family could stay together to celebrate a full wedding weekend. River's Bend Ranch made our wedding weekend even more perfect than we could have imagined. Not only is the farm gorgeous with it's longhorn cows ambling through the morning mist, the setting sun behind the Blue Ridge Mountains, the pastures where horses graze, and the vaulted venue with large wooden barn doors, but also the staff are unbelievably helpful and kind. Caroline made sure that each of the houses where the guests were staying had farm fresh eggs collected that morning, among countless other services to make our wedding perfect. The site of our ceremony under an arbor full of flowers was unforgettable. The cocktail hours between the venue and largest guest house, where lights had been strung and where the bonfire bellowed was magical. Dinner in the venue was elegant and the floor was great for cutting a rug! If you are looking for a wholesome, whimsical, mountain wedding with loved ones, this is the perfect place for you. We had countless guests rave to us about how perfect the venue was and asking how we found such a place/how a place like this could exist. This place is truly unique and magical. We know this after completing an exhaustive search - there is no other place like this.
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
When we first got engaged, we had a very specific vision for what we wanted our wedding to be and represent. We wanted a place in beautiful nature where all of our closest friends and family could stay together to celebrate a full wedding weekend. River's Bend Ranch made our wedding weekend even more perfect than we could have imagined. Not only is the farm gorgeous with it's longhorn cows ambling through the morning mist, the setting sun behind the Blue Ridge Mountains, the pastures where horses graze, and the vaulted venue with large wooden barn doors, but also the staff are unbelievably helpful and kind. Caroline made sure that each of the houses where the guests were staying had farm fresh eggs collected that morning, among countless other services to make our wedding perfect. The site of our ceremony under an arbor full of flowers was unforgettable. The cocktail hours between the venue and largest guest house, where lights had been strung and where the bonfire bellowed was magical. Dinner in the venue was elegant and the floor was great for cutting a rug! If you are looking for a wholesome, whimsical, mountain wedding with loved ones, this is the perfect place for you. We had countless guests rave to us about how perfect the venue was and asking how we found such a place/how a place like this could exist. This place is truly unique and magical. We know this after completing an exhaustive search - there is no other place like this.
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Audrey Wong (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
We had River's Bend Ranch for our destination wedding weekend as the ceremony and reception venue. They were such an amazing vendor to work with! We had stopped by several times to look at the venue, sometimes unannounced, and they were so accommodating to let us wander around the space. They went above and beyond throughout the whole process. Everyone was so helpful and made our day perfect! We highly recommend River's Bend Ranch for a wonderful, rustic style wedding. The scenery was beautiful, and all the accommodations were excellent. They provided wood for the fire pits, lit the heaters, had plenty of skewers for s'mores. They also let us use some of the decorations that were left by other couples, which really came in handy. I can't recommend them highly enough!
Reviewed on 30-01-2022
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
We had River's Bend Ranch for our destination wedding weekend as the ceremony and reception venue. They were such an amazing vendor to work with! We had stopped by several times to look at the venue, sometimes unannounced, and they were so accommodating to let us wander around the space. They went above and beyond throughout the whole process. Everyone was so helpful and made our day perfect! We highly recommend River's Bend Ranch for a wonderful, rustic style wedding. The scenery was beautiful, and all the accommodations were excellent. They provided wood for the fire pits, lit the heaters, had plenty of skewers for s'mores. They also let us use some of the decorations that were left by other couples, which really came in handy. I can't recommend them highly enough!
Reviewed on 30-01-2022
Lily Jaffie-Shupe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
I cannot recommend this venue highly enough! Our guests raved about the beautiful surroundings and comfortable accommodations. We had the venue for the whole weekend, which was so convenient, and we did everything on site. The price is extremely reasonable and can be lowered even more by having the guests who stay on the property pay for their rooms. Everything was so easy- check in, parking, set up, etc. They let you choose all of your own vendors and give you a list of recommendations, which was great. We could also bring in our own alcohol, saving us a ton of money. Our guests enjoyed the local area- Luray Caverns, hiking, wineries, etc. You can even ride horses on site!If you are looking for an all-weekend, beautiful, affordable outdoor venue, this is the place for you!!
Reviewed on 10-07-2018
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
I cannot recommend this venue highly enough! Our guests raved about the beautiful surroundings and comfortable accommodations. We had the venue for the whole weekend, which was so convenient, and we did everything on site. The price is extremely reasonable and can be lowered even more by having the guests who stay on the property pay for their rooms. Everything was so easy- check in, parking, set up, etc. They let you choose all of your own vendors and give you a list of recommendations, which was great. We could also bring in our own alcohol, saving us a ton of money. Our guests enjoyed the local area- Luray Caverns, hiking, wineries, etc. You can even ride horses on site!If you are looking for an all-weekend, beautiful, affordable outdoor venue, this is the place for you!!
Reviewed on 10-07-2018
Randi Shea Mosco (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-09-2017
River's Bend Ranch was the venue I used for the most important and love -filled weekend of my life. I just had my wedding at this venue this past weekend and had to write out my thoughts and emotions while they were still fresh on my mind. First off, the views. This place is beyond gorgeous and holds the perfect backdrop for a photo from every angle. Every single photo taken this weekend was beautiful and I am so glad I will have this venue memorialized forever. Second, the staff. Caroline and Dallas were my wedding venue heroes. They answered every call, email, and ridiculous request I sent them the day of and was always willing to go above and beyond to help me out with every detail. They took care of all the reservations and always kept me updated. They were beyond accommodating, sweet, and professional. Third, the venue itself. If you have a big and tight knit family as I had, this venue is perfect. All of our close family got to stay with us for our wedding weekend in the adorable cabins on the ranch. Everything was clean, put together and made our destination wedding possible. The venue also supplied us with all the chairs, tables and linens needed, along with a beautiful wooden arch for the ceremony. The Bunk House lawn was the perfect area for our ceremony and tented reception.I cannot say enough great things about this venue. If you are looking to nestle your wedding within the Blue Ridge Mountains, River's Bend Ranch is the place to go. This venue made my photos and my weekend beautiful and unforgettable. Thank you River's Bend Ranch for all of your help and beautiful venue.
Reviewed on 24-09-2017
Wedding Date 23-09-2017
River's Bend Ranch was the venue I used for the most important and love -filled weekend of my life. I just had my wedding at this venue this past weekend and had to write out my thoughts and emotions while they were still fresh on my mind. First off, the views. This place is beyond gorgeous and holds the perfect backdrop for a photo from every angle. Every single photo taken this weekend was beautiful and I am so glad I will have this venue memorialized forever. Second, the staff. Caroline and Dallas were my wedding venue heroes. They answered every call, email, and ridiculous request I sent them the day of and was always willing to go above and beyond to help me out with every detail. They took care of all the reservations and always kept me updated. They were beyond accommodating, sweet, and professional. Third, the venue itself. If you have a big and tight knit family as I had, this venue is perfect. All of our close family got to stay with us for our wedding weekend in the adorable cabins on the ranch. Everything was clean, put together and made our destination wedding possible. The venue also supplied us with all the chairs, tables and linens needed, along with a beautiful wooden arch for the ceremony. The Bunk House lawn was the perfect area for our ceremony and tented reception.I cannot say enough great things about this venue. If you are looking to nestle your wedding within the Blue Ridge Mountains, River's Bend Ranch is the place to go. This venue made my photos and my weekend beautiful and unforgettable. Thank you River's Bend Ranch for all of your help and beautiful venue.
Reviewed on 24-09-2017
Britany Foltz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2012
The place is absolutely gorgeous! The scenery is out of this world! Beautiful horses roam the area which makes the photographs incredible! The staff is super friendly and help with anything you need!
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
6 Reviews, with a Rating of 5 out of 5.0Wedding Date 08-09-2012
The place is absolutely gorgeous! The scenery is out of this world! Beautiful horses roam the area which makes the photographs incredible! The staff is super friendly and help with anything you need!
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
Contact Info for River's Bend Ranch
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| Website | www.riversbendranch.com |
| Phone | (540) 652-1836 |
| Address | 397 Riverbend Road, Stanley, VA, 22851 |
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