Dreaming of a wedding that is as intimate as it is unforgettable?
While grand celebrations can be breathtaking, they often come with stress and hefty price tags. If a lavish, fairy-tale wedding is what you envision, we’re happy to recommend venues to bring your dream to life. If you long for a relaxed, heartfelt ceremony where every guest feels truly cherished, then Caret Cellars is the perfect place for you.
Nestled in picturesque Caret, Virginia, our vineyard offers an enchanting backdrop for your love story. Whether you choose an intimate elopement surrounded by those closest to you or a micro-wedding with up to 40 guests, Caret Cellars provides a charming, romantic setting for your wedding and reception.
The Particulars
Caret Cellars offers indoor and outdoor settings and can accommodate up to 40 people, including the couple; we include children one year old and older in the guest count. Our packages include wine (one bottle per table), tables and chairs, white, floor-length tablecloths, content creation for social media and use of our catering kitchen. Our table inventory is four round 5-foot tables (each table seats six comfortably); three square tables, 30" x 30" (when set end-to-end seats 10); and three rectangular tables, 24" x 42" (which when set end-to-end seats 6).
If you are interested in a "courthouse-style" wedding, please contact Carolyn Berry; she is a wedding officiant and hosts those weddings nearby at her farm and at locations throughout Tappahannock. She also can perform the legal aspect of your wedding privately, if you choose to have a friend or relative act as your "public" officiant.
Wedding Packages
Caret Cellars is a blank slate. With few restrictions, you may decorate the winery as you wish, or you may use the décor in place. You are welcome to use vendors of your choice, with prior approval. Learn more by reading the venue's Frequently Asked Questions; click here.
1. DIY - Weekday
You may hold your wedding Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. You will have access to both floors of the winery from 10 a.m. to one hour after your reception ends or until 10 p.m., whichever occurs first. Your ceremony and reception will be limited to five hours and must begin no later than 4 p.m. You may invite up to 38 guests. The fee is $1,200.
2. DIY - Weekend
Caret Cellars offers this package Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. This weekend package gives you access to both floors of the winery on the day of your wedding from 10 a.m. to one hour after your reception ends or until 10 p.m., whichever occurs first. Your ceremony and reception will be limited to five hours and must begin no later than 4 p.m. You may invite up to 38 guests. The fee is $3,600.
3. DIY - Weekend - Upstairs
Caret Cellars offers this package Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. This weekend package gives you access to the second floor of the winery on the day of your wedding from 10 a.m. to one hour after your reception ends or until 7 p.m., whichever occurs first. Your ceremony and reception will be limited to four hours and must begin no later than 2 p.m. You may invite up to 18 guests. The fee is $2,100.
4. Elopement Weekday
The Elopement Weekday package is for couples who want to elope with the closest of family and friends Monday through Thursday. Come dressed to say your vows and invite as many as 18 guests to celebrate with you. After the ceremony, enjoy cake and wine inside the winery, on the wraparound patio, or stroll through the vineyard. Three full hours of no stress, just the focus on your love for each other, vows and pictures. This package includes floor-length white tablecloths, centerpieces using faux florals and candles; dinnerware (glasses, plates, napkins, cutlery); wine; and cake. The fee is $1,200.
5. Elopement Weekend
The Elopement Weekend package is for couples who want to elope with the closest of family and friends Friday through Sunday. Come dressed to say your vows and invite as many as 18 guests to celebrate with you. After the ceremony, enjoy cake and wine upstairs in the winery and on the balcony. You are welcome to stroll through the vineyard. Three full hours of no stress, just the focus on your love for each other, vows and pictures. This package includes floor-length white tablecloths, centerpieces using faux florals and candles; dinnerware (glasses, plates, napkins, cutlery); wine; and cake. The fee is $1,800.
Community Partners
Not all your guests will be local to Essex County. Whether they stay a day, a weekend or a week, we want them to feel at home. We are making a series of videos to highlight our beautiful area of Virginia. Included are our favorite restaurants, great boutiques for shopping, antiques, places to stay, and fun things to see and do while your guests are in town.
Caret Cellars invites you to have an amazing wedding and make beautiful memories with your family and friends. Call/text 804.750.4796 or send an e-mail to caretcellars@outlook.com. We are eager to give you a tour of the venue and discuss your wedding plans.