There is something so magical about country weddings, be it the smell of freshly chopped woods or the woven string lights swaying gently by the breeze that never fails to charm us. The main beauty of country weddings lies in its flexibility, that is you can choose whether you want a laid-back and casual setting for your wedding or a fancy and luxurious affair on your big day. Whether you are hosting your wedding in an urban loft or a rustic barn, a countryside wedding can give you the feel of a destination wedding to your wedding guests, and a homely vibe to you, which makes a win-win situation for everybody. There are many out-of-the-box wedding ideas from selecting your wedding dress to picking the wedding invitations that can resonate with your selected wedding theme, and make your wedding sparkle with an old-world charm and elegance.

With the breathtaking rolling hills and a strong smell of wildflowers with panoramic views of rural backdrops, a countryside wedding is nothing but graceful and stylish. Another perk that comes with hosting a countryside wedding is how the magnificent country backdrop compliments the wedding setting, and you can get away with very minimalistic wedding decor arrangements as the pristine and woodsy background is perfect for your loved ones to relax and enjoy your big day and celebrate your union.

Surrounded by breathtaking sights, in Howard County of Maryland, The Elkridge Furnace Inn, is at a short distance from Anne Arundel and Baltimore Counties. At just 10 minutes drive from the main city, this wedding venue in the Baltimore suburbs is perfect to host your wedding with unmatched hospitality and memorable services. This suburban Baltimore wedding venue is at a walkable distance from the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, which makes it greatly accessible for your loved ones to attend your wedding day with great convenience.

The Elkridge Furnace Inn has been catering to Baltimore brides for hosting the wedding of the dreams for over 25 years. The experienced and renowned wedding event planners here take pride in turning Baltimore couples’ wedding dreams into reality for over two decades and bagging many awards and accolades for their success, which makes this ceremony site one of the best Baltimore wedding venues to host Baltimore brides’ dream day. This historical wedding venue in Elkridge, MD can host up to 200 wedding guests with a comfortable seating capacity for all the events leading up to your wedding day.

This Baltimore suburb wedding venue features a colonial inn that dates back to the 18th century that creates a romantic setting, especially the red-brick facade is evocative of early American heritage and architecture. The couple can escape from the usual city’s hustle-bustle and host their wedding in this classic wedding venue featuring intimate wedding event spaces by the historic  Patapsco River. After the local government ordered seaport Elkridge Landing to be converted into a town, this historic complex was built in the year 1744 at the former site of the seaport, making it one of the first structures of Elkridge town. Sprawling over 13 acres of breathtakingly unspoiled grounds, the large mansion was built by James and Andrew Ellicott in the 1800s, featuring Federal architectural style punctuated by Greek Revival columns.

In the year 1990, this historic wedding venue in the Baltimore suburbs was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The riverfront settings feature a very tranquil and calming vibe, and the running river can be seen from the property's second and third floor, which makes it our Baltimore wedding photographers' favorite location for golden hour photography and to capture memorable couple portraits for the wedding album. There are mainly three wedding event spaces that can host all the wedding activities in a unique manner leading up to your reception. 

The manor house dating back to 1810 overlooking the Patapsco River is a breathtaking site for both engagement photo sessions and wedding photography in Baltimore. The three professionally decorated floors with covered porches and tranquil zen gardens with an attached bridal suite and dress fitting room make it a perfect location for bridal portraits and candid couple photography for our Baltimore brides as well as our wedding photographers in Baltimore. Talking about uniqueness, there is a separate groom room with a private patio and attached bar for the groom and his accompanying gentlemen, to unwind and celebrate the most special day of their bestie in style.

Have your guests start from their exclusive private suite or lounge so both your wedding parties can have their own space to spend those private moments before your wedding day is in full swing. The Celebration House is located on the top level of the manor house which features dazzling event spaces including 3 climate-controlled rooms adorned with awe-inspiring views of the grounds from their iconic Lune window. The suite boasting full-length mirrors, a private restroom, and pleated benches with plenty of seating space for your bridal party, is perfect for capturing those last few moments with your gal pals before saying your vows! Also, the Garden House and Event Tent make a lovely location to host your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or post-wedding brunch.

The outdoor wedding ceremony site features landscaped grounds, flowering trees, and shrubs, tall and towering trees, along with the dramatic entrance for the bride to walk the aisle in an enigmatic style. The grand pergola with an elevated round stage, hanging wildflower baskets, the cobblestone aisle, the crisp white lawn chairs, the rustic brick seating area, with a slight downhill impression giving it a stadium feel, makes it a very memorable and unique setting to host your wedding ceremony. This outdoor event space overlooks the Patapsco River, surrounded by the oldest sycamore trees in Howard Country, which makes it an excellent canopy for wedding ceremonies.

The wedding reception takes place in the tent, which is a fully enclosed and expansive indoor wedding event space, equipped with all the modern wedding amenities like air conditioning, heating, and cooling facilities, along with elegant crystal chandeliers and flower arrangements, making it look pretty for your Baltimore wedding photography. This wedding reception space features panoramic views of the entire ground surrounding the tent, creating a naturally illuminated ambiance for your The Elkridge Furnace Inn wedding photography session in Baltimore. There are extensions available for the tent, to accommodate more guests or whenever more space is needed for your wedding ceremony. The hardwood flooring dedicated to serving as the dance floor beneath the crystal chandeliers makes for an ideal setting for your first dance as your loved ones raise a toast to the wholesome union of lovebirds.

The dedicated wedding event spaces for cocktails and hors d'oeuvre offer a wide range of flexibility and customization for hosting private dinners, cocktail receptions, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. The handcrafted cocktail bar menu and gourmet food menu are filled with delectable hors d'oeuvres and platters which are served in the colonial revival porches of the manor house with intricately crafted interiors restored from colonial days. This traditional wedding venue in Baltimore suburbs features true craftsmanship of rich Maryland history in its intricate woodwork, mantelpieces, and stairway showcase. The floors are made of longleaf yellow pine wood and the dogwood motifs similar to the ones found in the U.S. Capitol can be seen throughout the house.

The Elkridge Furnace Inn weddings are famous for its heartwarming wedding menu loaded with gourmet food, made from locally sourced ingredients from the mansion’s vegetable garden, owned and operated by the professional Chef Daniel Wecker, for over 40 years. Teamed with years of experience in creating fully-customized wedding menus by working closely with brides and grooms from all over Maryland, Wecker is a homely and famous name all over Baltimore. You can get in touch with the on-site wedding planners and experts and create your own customized and all-inclusive wedding package, to turn all your big and little dreams into reality on your wedding day.

This suburb wedding venue in Elkridge is loved by wedding photo experts and engagement photographers near Baltimore because of its easy accessibility to all the nearby famous and historical landmarks to bring in a plethora of diversity to your engagement and wedding photographs. You can plan a day trip with our Baltimore engagement photographers, and visit the beautiful sites that this historic city in Maryland has to offer for your pre-wedding or engagement photography session. Apart from its soaring skyscrapers and the maddening crowd, Baltimore is home to some of the most cultural and historical landmarks of the US.

An important seaport of America and the focal point of Francis Scott Key's poem 'The Star-Spangled Banner', Baltimore has never failed to surprise couples wanting photogenic spots with something unique in every corner. You can start your Baltimore engagement photography session by visiting the famous Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, the 16th-century site that inspired the National Anthem. For the lovers of artistry, your engagement photography in Baltimore can be shot in Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore Museum of Art, and American Visionary Art Museum featuring breathtaking artifacts and cultural heritage from all around the world. The National Aquarium located in the Inner Harbor exhibits a wide range of marine and aquatic life. A sight to behold in your engagement photos forever!

Our engagement photographers in Baltimore love the tranquil vibe of Inner Harbor and Historic Ships along with the attractive modern complex with two glass-enclosed pavilions in historical style. The quaint little historical area of Fell's Point is a beautifully restored waterfront town featuring several historic restaurants, cafes, and shops, that make for amazing backgrounds for Baltimore couple photos. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum and Baltimore Museum of Industry are perfect engagement photography locations in Baltimore for couples with a keen eye for architectural brilliance. And for the historically enthusiastic Baltimore couples, the elegant Basilica of the Assumption featuring Roman architecture and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon can lift up spirits to the highest level. Do you want to do something different for your Baltimore couple photography session? Get a bird's eye view of Baltimore from the observation deck on the 27th floor of the World Trade Center, or get out on the water by hopping on a boat in the Baltimore's Inner Harbor and indulge in several unique activities like dinner cruises and pirate ship excursion, as our engagement photographers in Baltimore love to capture candid nuances of couples with this waterfront experience.

Whether you are looking for breathtaking photographic spots for your pre-wedding and post-wedding photoshoot or want to make the most of the photo opportunities offered by the stunning event spaces of some ravishing Baltimore wedding venue, The Elkridge Furnace Inn and the gorgeous our city of Baltimore and suburbs have it all. Welcome to the world of unparalleled beauty!