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You might be saying, “Hazy Mountain Vineyard…I’ve never heard of it.” Well, now you have! Hazy Mountain is a fairly new wedding venue here in the Shenandoah Valley situated atop a mountain in Crozet. That’s right—the best views around are only 25 minutes outside of Charlottesville, VA! Keep reading for a full tour description, pros and cons breakdown, and everything you need to know about Charlottesville’s newest vineyard wedding destination.
Hazy Mountain Vineyard and Brewery Tour
Pros and Cons of booking Hazy Mountain as your wedding venue
Everything you need to know about your wedding at Hazy Mountain:
Package price and breakdown
Availability
Drive time to Charlottesville
Perks
Hazy Mountain Vineyard and Brewery Tour
Beautiful stone work, vaulted ceilings, a well-outfitted bridal suite, and floor-to-ceiling windows tell us one thing—this venue knows what makes it special. Vineyards in the area, make some room for the new kid in town! Hazy Mountain boasts mountain views in every direction. Truly, this is the biggest selling point of the venue—though there are many—and it cannot be overstated how truly magnificent your wedding photos will look from every angle. You drive into Crozet, situated right outside of Charlottesville, and ascend to a mountaintop Tuscan Villa for a truly singular wedding venue.
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Pros and Cons of booking Hazy Mountain as Your Wedding Venue
Pros of hosting a wedding at Hazy Mountain Vineyard
The views. Seriously, this cannot be overstated.
A private villa onsite with several suites all with en-suite bath so you don’t have to worry about commuting. A true destination wedding venue.
Wedding Coordination is included in your package price. If you want full wedding planning and design for Hazy Mountain, you can inquire with Lemon Drop Events Co. here!
Their packages are very inclusive. Read more below!
Excellent inclement weather options are certainly a perk of this vineyard, as Hazy Mountain boasts an incredible reception space that can easily be flipped during cocktail hour.
Attention to detail. This new venue is determined to make a name for itself in the luxury venue game, and they have all the tools to do it.
Cons of hosting a wedding at Hazy Mountain Vineyard
The drive is not ideal for guests who are staying in Charlottesville proper. If you book Hazy Mountain, be sure to budget for shuttling your guests to and from Charlottesville for the wedding.
There are some mobility issues for guests with disabilities. The tasting room (rehearsal site) has a huge staircase that should be taken into account when booking your rehearsal dinner. There is also a small set of stairs at the ceremony site, but this is less of an issue as long as ushers are there to assist.
This venue is an investment. The Shenandoah Valley has a breadth of prices depending on the area, and the package price can cause some sticker shock. However, the package price includes so much that the price is well justified.
You have to acquire your own liquor license for the big day. While your food and beverage package covers wine and beer, you do have to outsource for your liquor and bring it with you during set-up on the wedding day.
Rentals end at 10pm due to sound restrictions, so you will have to continue the party elsewhere if you want to party until morning light.
The tasting room does not close for weddings, but they do block off the venue space.
Everything you Need to Know about Your Wedding at Hazy Mountain
Package Pricing and Inclusions at Hazy Mountain
Hazy Mountain venue rentals include decor (if desired), coordination, two hours of rehearsal time, and the space. Peak season prices starts at $22,000 for a Friday rental and $27,000 for a Saturday rental. Off season prices knock this down by $4,000. Your food and beverage package is separate, as is booking the villa and the actual rehearsal dinner.
Inquire the venue here to see if your wedding date is available—but if you are getting married this year or next, there is still availability as the venue is only a year old.
Drive Time from Charlottesville to Hazy Mountain Vineyard
While not in Charlottesville, Hazy Mountain is only a 25 minute drive from downtown Cville!
Perks of Hosting your Wedding at Hazy Mountain
There is an onsite villa available for rent that is as picturesque as it is convenient. The inclusions of the venue really make holding your nuptials here a breeze, and the staff takes time and care with each couple. Cooking classes and tastings can be scheduled for the bridal party and guests for entertainment during the wedding weekend!
Parting thoughts on Hazy Mountain Vineyard and Brewery
Hazy Mountain may be new, but the venue has much to offer any couple looking for a destination vineyard wedding in Virginia!
Want to get started designing and planning your wedding at Hazy Mountain, inquire with Lemon Drop Events Co. here!
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