The Granary at Valley Pike Reviews
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Leonor R. Sent on 12/16/2022
Amazing staff and beautiful venue!
We could not have been more pleased with The Granary. One of the most important wedding must haves for us was the venue & The Granary did not disappoint! Not only was the location beautiful, but the staff was a blessing. Sidney was quick to answer all of our questions & really helped give us ideas/tips on our big day. They all helped our day run incredibly smoothly & we could not be more grateful for their team! I cannot recommend the Granary enough. -
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Emily Sent on 11/01/2022Incredible team, affordable, beautiful indoors/outdoors -- the perfect Shenandoah Valley venue!
20/10 would recommend The Granary to any and all Virginia brides! Our experience working with Sidney, Bev, Carol, and the rest of the Granary team was top notch. From the minute we toured the venue (the day after a heavy snowstorm -- and they still made sure we could meet, since we were coming from out of town!) until we said goodbyes after our wedding, I was fully supported with responsive emails, phone calls, thorough answers to many random questions, and all done with a genuine smiley face and plenty of exclamation points. This team's kindness and professionalism takes this venue above and beyond!
The venue space itself is the perfect balance of scenic outdoors that is beautiful in every season and a clean and "rustic chic" indoors with the perfect transition space on the lovely finished patio with a stone fireplace and the covered portico above. The floor to ceiling windows keep the space light and bright, with elements that help take the outdoors in, with stone walls, a beautiful wooden farm table, and stylish wooden cross back chairs. The bar space is the perfect size, also with large windows, and both the groomsmen and bridal suites are comfortable, bright, and the ideal rooms to get ready with your crew in.
Lastly, one of the main reasons I chose The Granary for our venue is that, in the event of inclement weather, I liked the indoor space so much that I would be okay with having to move our outdoor ceremony inside. Aaand...cue Hurricane Ian, the weekend of October 1 2022...Although I had to change my vision of my big day, I honestly couldn't have been happier with how our inside ceremony went. My guests were still able to sit along the aisle, we had candles lit and flowers set on some of our reception tables, and the whole ceremony felt much more intimate and special than I could have anticipated. Everyone at The Granary helped make my dream day a reality, despite the hurricane, and it was so meaningful to have their support!
Overall, this is such a unique place in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley -- so if you want something different, but that you can still make your own, definitely consider The Granary! We can't thank them enough for an incredible experience, and we can't wait to come back to visit to enjoy everything else that the Valley Pike Market offers! 🙂 -
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Matt S. Sent on 08/23/2022Have your wedding at The Granary!!
We couldn't be happier with our choice to have our wedding at The Granary!
From the very beginning, Sidney and the team at The Granary were nothing but welcoming, caring, and professional. My wife and I had lots of questions throughout the planning process, and no matter how big or small the questions were, Sidney always answered quickly and graciously.
The venue itself was absolutely beautiful. The landscape provided an incredible background for photos, and the indoor space was elegant and charming. The lights and white hanging tapestries that are already installed looked incredible and made decorating extremely easy. Additionally, we loved how there were both bride and groom suites in the upper level of The Granary and that there was a separate entrance/exit that we could use!
On the day of the wedding the entire team at The Granary made our life a breeze and had everything running like a well-oiled machine - we can't say enough good things about them!
We highly recommend having your wedding at The Granary! We couldn't have asked for a better wedding day! -
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Megan F. Sent on 07/19/2022Perfect in every way!
There are not enough words to describe the perfect experience I had with having The Granary as my wedding venue! From my initial inquiry to even after my wedding day, everything went perfectly. The venue itself is absolutely stunning. The outdoor ceremony spaces and the inside reception area are GORGEOUS. My now husband is a man of few words, so when HE even said that the venue was stunning, I knew this was the place for us!!
The team that we worked with at The Granary is what makes this place truly unbeatable. Sidney was absolutely AMAZING. There was no question that went unanswered (and there were many, many questions) and the kindness that went into every message was incredibly appreciated. Carol was also amazing in making sure our wedding day went off without a hitch!! Everything was absolutely perfect with her. You cannot go wrong with this team!
I could go on forever about how amazing this venue is, but if you are in need of a wedding venue in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley area this is the one!!!! -
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Natalia L. Sent on 12/30/2021Gorgeous Industrial Rustic Venue for the Perfect Day
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Sidney, Bev, and the team at The Granary. I always got responses to emails within minutes of sending. They were flexible without walk-through timing. They are super detail-oriented, reassuring, and knowledgeable about every little thing a bride could worry about.
The architectural design of the event space (polished cement floors, exposed beams, huge windows, refinished barn doors, chiffon draped pillars) makes for amazing ambience and photos. We had planned a 150 guest wedding and had to downsize to 50 guests at the last minute due to COVID. I was afraid the space would feel too big for an intimate gathering, but Sidney helped us decide on a layout that would accommodate a smaller gathering and still feel warm. The space is incredibly versatile. The bar makes for an upscale feel and the cross-back chairs and farm tables are a HUGE bonus because you don't have to coordinate with a rental company.
The bride and groom suites are gorgeous and were such a beautiful space to get ready in. We got married under the huge tree in the field, which was beautiful in the fall! Above and beyond the beautiful grounds, the staff is INCREDIBLE. We had a last minute snafu with our caterer and Bev and Sidney smoothed things over like pros. THANK YOU to The Granary for an amazing day! We will never forget your kindness and professionalism.The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Oh my gosh, Natalia! We ADORED working with you and we wish we could do it over and over again! You were such a dream to coordinate with and we truly could not have been more honored to witness your wedding day with your families. Thank you endlessly for being so kind, so wonderful, and such a JOY to team up with! It was an absolute privilege to work with you guys for such a beautiful, perfect day! We love you both! -
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Molly B. Sent on 01/18/2022
The PERFECT wedding venue
The Granary was THE PERFECT venue for our September wedding. In September all of the greenery around the venue was in full bloom, and the weather was perfect (this was something when we originally booked that we were worried about). I am so thankful we chose to hold our special day there. The staff was so kind and responsive to all of our questions leading up to the big day, we especially thank Sidney and Bev for how amazing and helpful they were! Sidney is also a photographer (an amazing one at that) and she as well got married there. We hired her to be our wedding photographer, which we would also highly highly recommend (Sidney Leigh Photography). My husband and I can’t recommend or thank The Granary enough for such a magical wedding day. We would have booked them again and again. -
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Kristina W. Sent on 08/05/2021
A beautiful venue for a beautiful celebration
When my husband and I first got engaged, there was wild debate (particularly from the family peanut gallery) about where we should get married. We live in northern Virginia and the vast majority of our local venues are country clubs. Although they can be beautiful, they simply were not what we were looking for because they didn't feel like "us". When we were browsing venues online, we came across The Granary. We hadn't heard of it and it was about an hour and a half away from us. Not only were the pictures so gorgeous, but the response we received from Sydney was so kind and made us so intrigued, we said screw it, let's take a trip after work and check it out. Instantly upon seeing the venue we were in love. It was everything we wanted but feared we wouldn't find. Classy, rustic, chic: perfect. You could have an event there with just the bones of the space and it would be absolutely gorgeous. The reception area is spacious with gorgeous light and decor, the restrooms are clean and appropriately sized for larger events, the taproom is huge and makes you feel like you're in a lodge in Vail, the bridal and groom suites are the perfect places to get ready for your big day, and the patio/portico is huge and perfect for a cocktail hour. To top it all off, their staff are amazing. We had the pleasure of working with both Sydney and Bev and they are truly amazing at what they do. They care deeply about their role in your big day and it shows in the way they help you. They were accommodating, compassionate, and positive with everything I threw their way (which turned out to be a long messy list inspired by the pandemic). When my bridesmaids saw the venue in person for the first time, they all said "this is so you and Tyler". This venue is beyond gorgeous and all the people that come with it are simply wonderful. We cannot wait to get all our film and photos back to share how beautiful their venue was for our big day.
This place is just amazing!!!The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Kristina, we don't have adequate words to express how much we loved working with you and Tyler! You two were so kind, so warm, and so incredible from the very first time we met you and it was a genuine joy to walk through the planning process with you leading up to your wedding day, despite the pandemic and all circumstances the two of you endured. We couldn't be more honored or grateful that you chose us and the Granary, and we are so thankful for the two of you! Wishing you both the very best in your marriage! We adore you! -
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Ally H. Sent on 10/28/2020Nothing shy of the most perfect place to get married!
This venue and the people who work there were so welcoming from the very beginning. They were so flexible with me, answered all of my questions, were so personable and made my husband and I feel so welcome and important for our big day. I emailed this venue asking questions at least once every week or every other week (haha!) and they were so timely getting back with me, and above all else, they were so polite and happy to assist me with absolutely anything. The size, location, atmosphere, all of it was such a dream for our wedding day. It has the indoor/outdoor combo for a wedding which is just perfect! Lastly, the bridal suite and groom suite are so roomy, unique, and beautiful! There is no one-way to do your wedding there. They will tell you that any ideas you have, they are open to them! They love when couples get creative and really make it their own. I couldn't have asked for a better place to get married or better people to work alongside of to make our day the best. If you need a sign about picking this venue, here it is! :)The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Oh goodness, Ally! You were truly so much fun to work with! We could not have asked for a more wonderful couple to serve during such a sweet season and we are SO grateful for you two and your families! We appreciate you so very much and are so excited for you! -
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Tori B. Sent on 05/23/2021Dream Venue. Dream Team. Dream Wedding Day.
The Granary was the last venue we toured in our search during Spring 2019. We were immediately sold as soon as we pulled up to the gorgeous market and its valley view. But what really sealed the deal was Sidney, Bev and Team. Working with them through our engagement bliss and as the world turned upside down during COVID-19, we couldn't have asked for a better venue experience. Once we realized our Spring 2020 wedding wasn't possible, they quickly worked to find another date to host our families and friends, complementary and no extra hidden fees. During our extra year of planning, Sidney was readily available to answer any questions and talk through ideas with. The team at The Granary goes above and beyond to make sure your special day is everything you envisioned and more! We are incredibly blessed to have found The Granary and will recommend them over and over again. We can't wait to come back to visit the market and reminisce on our dream wedding day we held here. 💗The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
We can't wait for you to come back and visit, too!! Tori, you and Kenny were truly so incredible from the beginning to the end of your planning process, especially while navigating Covid and postponing! You two were such a delight to work with and we could not have been luckier to be able to host your wedding weekend! We are so grateful for you two and for how kind, thoughtful, and FUN you are as a couple. Thank you endlessly for such a fabulous experience! You two are the best! -
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Mackenzie Sent on 05/21/2021Nothing short of amazing!
I wish I could give The Granary more than 5 stars. Sidney and Bev are a fantastic team, and we are so grateful for their efforts in making our day the best day of our lives. They were a pleasure to work with from the very first tour, to the end of the wedding day itself. The global pandemic has been a very stressful time for many couples planning weddings, but Sidney and Bev made the venue side of things completely stress free for us and remained in close contact with us throughout the season. We could not have asked for a better experience or a more beautiful venue; we will forever be grateful for the staff at The Granary!The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Oh my goodness, Mackenzie! Your wedding day was absolutely INCREDIBLE and we could not have been more fortunate to work with you and Brendan for such a wonderful season in your lives! You were sincerely a joy to work with from day one, and we wish we could relive your wedding day over and over again! Thank you for being such an incredible bride to work with. We are SO grateful for you two and your families!! Wishing you all the best in your first year of marriage! -
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Mariel M. Sent on 01/12/2020We love the Granary!
Talk about a magical venue! The Granary was hands down our favorite part of the wedding. The perfect combination of rustic and industrial with the glowing lights was only the beginning. Nicole was THE best person to work with ever! She made our day completely stress- free. She answered all of our questions before the wedding and throughout our wedding weekend. She knew all of the answers and made sure we felt loved and special on our day. We highly recommend this gorgeous venue and all of the wonderful people who work there!The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
You are the sweetest, Mariel!!! From the minute we met you, we knew that you would be such a dream couple! Your wedding day was a highlight in our year and it was truly such a joy to work with you and to be able to host your perfect wedding day! Thank you both so, so much for being such a fun couple and for trusting us with your best day! We're so grateful for you! -
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Chelsea Sent on 01/14/2020Stunning, Hidden Gem
My husband and I both went to James Madison University and absolutely love the Shenandoah Valley- so we knew we wanted to get married in the area. The Granary was the second venue we saw and we fell in love. The beauty of this venue is like no other- the original barn wood, shiplap, acid washed concrete floors...I could go on forever! We had our ceremony in the fields and our reception indoors and it couldn't have been more perfect! Working with Nicole was super easy and she was extremely responsive. We loved that we weren't limited to preferred caterers and other vendors. Another huge plus was chairs and tables were all included, especially the farmhouse tables and some other fun, unique pieces we could use. And just let me say, that September 4pm ceremony lighting and then the golden hour photos...perfection! The Granary was the perfect venue for our wedding and we wish we could relive this day over and over!The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
We LOVED your wedding day, Chelsea!! You and Darren were the sweetest pair from the first time we met, and working with you was so much fun! Your decor and your details were unbelievably beautiful, and we loved seeing so many sweet family members and friends (and JMU alum!) celebrate such a special day together! Thank you so much for letting us host such a perfect wedding day! You're the best and we're so thankful for you two! -
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Kimberly E. Sent on 07/06/2019
A day we will truly NEVER forget!
I cannot stop thinking about our wedding we had June 1st. We had a beautiful ceremony out by the large tree, cocktail hour on the patio, and reception inside. I can’t thank the Granary, Nicole, enough for all the hard work and support. I, the bride, hired a musician as a surprise to the groom. Nicole helped keep it a secret and hide the groomsmen the day of to keep it a surprise. He set up right by the fireplace on the patio, which made for a perfect stage during cocktail hour. The venue space and outdoors is very spacious and beautiful. It was truly a perfect day! Another perk ladies.... there is a coffee shop in the market! Perfect when getting ready early in the morning.The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Kim, you are the sweetest EVER!! We LOVED hosting your wedding day here and working with you throughout your planning season!! Thank you so, so much for your kind words! We're so grateful for you! -
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Anna W. Sent on 01/11/2020
The best day!
From our first visit, to our wedding day the Granary's event staff was so responsive and helpful. The space was exactly what I wanted for my wedding reception and my guests had such a great time. Even though I was planning the wedding from 2 hours away, Nicole and Sidney made it so easy by answering all of my questions and they even made themselves available for an additional meeting to discuss logistics. They provided all of our tables and beautiful cross-back chairs, saving us so much money on rentals!
The bridal suite was perfect for getting ready; very classy, bright and spacious - made for beautiful photos! I also want to add, that even though the Granary is attached to a market that is open to the public during the day, I never noticed any other people. The Granary staff did an excellent job keeping my event private. Our wedding day was also very rainy, but I would not change it. The staff made sure everything went smoothly, despite the weather -- I honestly didn't have to worry about a thing.
I can not recommend working with this venue and this staff more highly. It was a perfect rainy & romantic day that I wish I could live over & over. Their team made my vision a reality on my wedding day and I could not be more grateful for all of their hard work.The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
ANNA!! We absolutely LOVED your wedding day!! You were such a gem from the moment we met you, and you made the planning such a breeze! We are so grateful that we were able to host such a sweet, perfect day for you and Preston!! -
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Christi O. Sent on 01/14/2019
Exceptional wedding experience and venue!
I wanted a very glamorous feel but in a rustic setting. The Granary at Valley Pike was the perfect venue and the team was wonderful to work with. Sidney was so responsive and patient with me and my thousands of emails :). They were flexible with helping me to create the Great Gatsby inspired theme that I wanted. They made sure our guests were greeted with trays of champagne, allowed us to add a large heated tent space on the patio for games and appetizers, and we made use of the stunning bridal suite and adjacent rolling hills for some incredible bride and groom wedding photos. We hosted a guest list that was mostly New Yorkers and they are still raving months later about our wedding! I highly recommend The Granary and their team!The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Christi, you were the dream bride!! You made our job so wonderful and joyful and it was an honor to be a part of your wedding day!! We had such a fantastic time working with you two!! Congratulations to you both!! -
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Jill G. Sent on 01/17/201911/10 Best of the Best
Cannot recommend this venue enough! I looked at quite a few places in the Harrisonburg and surrounding area and this one was by far the most stunning, flexible and accommodating. (It is also pleasantly affordable, especially for the quality of the venue, what was included and the amazing people that work with you). The space is so versatile with both outdoor and indoor options, thus you always have a climate controlled environment should weather not cooperate. Another huge bonus is that you don't need much decor because the space is so beautiful that a little goes a long way. In fact, I didn't even use a florist (just saw flowers from Kroger) and no one even noticed. You can completely customize the bar menu and even put beer and cider on tap which is amazing because it tastes way better and it's so much more cost effective. And you can also chose your own food vendor or use the food trucks they have there. Seriously so flexible and accommodating for all types of budgets.
I also have to mention the bridal and groom suites because they were absolutely amazing to use and I'm convinced they were decorated by Chip and JoJo themselves. The hair and make up stylist could not get over the amazing natural light in the bridal suite which made for awesome make up lighting and some amazing pictures.
And finally, the ladies that work with you are the BEST. Heck, everyone that we encountered there was awesome, but Nicole and Sidney were so helpful. They are super knowledgeable, have great experience and genuinely care about your wedding day and what you want. My husband and I couldn't be happier with our wedding here and would do it again in a heartbeat. So many of our guests commented that the space was amazing and it was the smoothest wedding they had been to. And no doubt because this place and the people are awesome.The Granary at Valley Pike's reply:
Oh my goodness Jill, you are the SWEETEST!! We absolutely ADORED working with you for your wedding day!! You made the space even more beautiful, and we're so thankful that your families and vendors were thrilled with the lighting and the wedding day experience!! You are such a dream bride and we're so grateful that we could work with you to bring your vision to life!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
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