Sweet, Easy, Affordable
Large weddings are stressful. Large weddings are expensive. If that's your vibe, we can recommend venues that may make your dream of a large, fairytale wedding come true. If you want a more relaxed ceremony and reception where you can interact with each guest and make them feel loved and cherished, then please consider Caret Cellars.
Nestled in the heart of Caret, Virginia, our winery and vineyard offers an idyllic setting for your special day. Whether you want to elope surrounded by your closest friends and family or micro weddings with up to 40 guests, Caret Cellars will provide a sweet backdrop for your wedding.
With both indoor and outdoor spaces for your ceremony and reception, our
The Particulars
Caret Cellars can accommodate up to 40 guests, including the couple, inside the winery; we include children one year old and older in the guest count. Our packages include wine (one bottle per five guests), tables and chairs, 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.
Do-it-Yourself Packages
Couples are welcome to use vendors of their choice, with prior approval. Learn more by reading the venue's Frequently Asked Questions; click here. Once you have signed a contract with Caret Cellars, we will provide you with our list of preferred vendors. DIY packages one and two include floor-length white tablecloths and use of the upstairs Couple's Suite for getting ready. You may invite up to 40 people.
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. The fee is $2,000.
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. 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 9 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 20 guests. The fee is $2,000.
Elopement Special
7. 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 10 guests to celebrate with you. After the ceremony, enjoy cake and wine inside the winery, on the wraparound patio, or stroll through the vineyard. You will have three hours for the ceremony, reception and pictures. This package includes floor-length white tablecloths, centerpieces using faux florals, candles, and greenery; dinnerware (glasses, plates, napkins, cutlery); wine; and cake. The fee is $900.
8. 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 10 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. You will have three hours for the ceremony, reception and pictures. This package includes floor-length white tablecloths, centerpieces using faux florals, candles, and greenery; dinnerware (glasses, plates, napkins, cutlery); wine; and cake. The fee is $1,500.
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. Check back often to see what we have added to our video collection.
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 to tour the venue and discuss your wedding plans.