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Why Elope in Maryland?

Updated: Dec 13

Dreaming of a beautiful, intimate wedding without the stress and expense of a traditional event? Montagu Meadows, a barn venue nestled in the heart of Carroll County, MD, offers the perfect setting for a romantic elopement with just the couple or a few close family members and friends. With its stunning natural beauty and customizable options, you can create a day that’s truly yours—simple, meaningful, and unforgettable.


The Cost-Benefit of Eloping


Eloping can save you thousands of dollars compared to a full-scale wedding. By inviting fewer guests (or no guests at all!), you can focus on the moments that matter most. At Montagu Meadows, we provide the essentials for your ceremony, including seating, music, the arbor and picturesque backdrops, so you don’t have to spend extra on elaborate rentals or décor.  You can even have a first dance.

Plus, you can direct your savings toward what’s most meaningful to you—whether that’s your honeymoon, a down payment on a home, or simply starting your married life debt-free.

 

An Intimate Affair

One of the greatest benefits of eloping is the opportunity to make your wedding day deeply personal. With fewer people around, you can focus solely on your partner and the vows you’re exchanging. Montagu Meadows is designed for intimate moments, with charming ceremony locations like the chapel – formerly a historic summer kitchen, the orchard – very large trees perfectly lined up, or by the pond and stream – water views.

 

Less Stress

By keeping it simple with just the two of you or a few close family members and friends, it takes the headaches out of wedding planning.  No seating charts, wedding favors, rehearsal dinners, less vendors along with other details are necessary.  Saving you time, money and less drama to deal with.

 

Breathtaking Scenery

The grounds at Montagu Meadows provide a stunning backdrop for your special day. Imagine saying your vows in a garden bursting with seasonal blooms like wildflowers, the Japanese gardens or having your first dance under the soft glow of sunlight with rolling hills and a pond stretching out behind you. Every corner of our property offers picture-perfect opportunities to capture your love story.

 

Your Ceremony, Your Way

Montagu Meadows is a flexible and welcoming space for couples. We can provide an officiant to conduct your ceremony, or you can bring your own. Afterward, enjoy your first dance as newlyweds surrounded by nature’s beauty.

If you’d like, you can even cut a small wedding cake with just the two of you—or with a handful of loved ones. This moment can be as casual or as elaborate as you’d like, allowing you to honor traditions that resonate with you while skipping the ones that don’t.

 

Celebrate with a Meal

After your ceremony, keep the celebration going with a meal that suits your style. Whether it’s an intimate dinner at one of Carroll County’s charming local restaurants or a backyard feast at home, eloping gives you the freedom to design a day that’s both special and stress-free.

 

Location is Key

Maryland is a beautiful state that offers a lot of diverse scenery. From beaches to mountains to enchanting forest, Maryland gives a beautiful background to every wedding.  Montagu Meadows is in the countryside of Carroll County, MD which is known for its farmland.  It is centrally located in Maryland.  Only 45 minutes north of Baltimore, MD, 30 minutes south of Gettysburg, PA, 30 minutes east of Federick, MD and a little over an hour north of Washington, DC.

 

All couples are welcomed

Maryland is a Marriage Equality state meaning they welcome the LGBTQ community, couples of all faiths, and nationalities.

 

Why Choose Montagu Meadows?


Montagu Meadows isn’t just a wedding venue—it’s a place where memories are made. Our serene setting, thoughtful amenities, historic charm and commitment to making your day uniquely yours sets us apart. Whether you’re dreaming of a quiet exchange of vows or a small, meaningful celebration with your closest family and friends, we’re here to make it happen.

 

Let Montagu Meadows be the beginning of your forever. Contact us today to learn more about elopement packages and availability—we can’t wait to help you create a day as beautiful as your love story.



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Pond View Ceremony Site at Montagu Meadows in Westminster, MD


 

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