Up to 300 guests.
Gather everyone on the waterfront grounds, or plan a smaller celebration with your closest people.
WATERFRONT WEDDINGS IN VIRGINIA
A setting
for your
forever.
A family-owned estate on the Mattaponi River. Historic rooms, waterfront grounds, and celebrations for up to 300.
Explore the estate
Historic house & gardensRiverfront groundsYour choice of caterer & vendors
THE START OF SOMETHING BEAUTIFULWELCOME TO CHELSEA
Old soul.
New beginnings.
A historic Virginia house, riverfront grounds, and gardens to wander. Chelsea brings the setting and the character; you bring the people who make it yours.
Begin in the estate rooms, then gather outdoors for a celebration that feels like you.
- Acres along the river
- 600
- A family-owned Virginia estate
YOUR CELEBRATION, BEAUTIFULLY YOURS
Bring your people.
We’ll set the scene.
Your guest list. Your own team. The details that make the day yours.
Your own vendors.
Choose your own caterer and vendors. A preferred vendor list is available if you’d like a starting point.
Details to make it yours.
Make it feel like you. Farmhouse tables, wine barrels, and rustic details are available to rent.
Have a date in mind? Let’s start there.
THE RIVER IS PART OF THE STORY
On the
Mattaponi.
Open water, a green shoreline, and a little room to step away together. From the house to the waterfront, there’s more of Chelsea to take in.
BEFORE THE FIRST LOOK
The rooms
of Chelsea.
Five rooms, each with its own character. Find a place to get ready, gather, and take a breath before the celebration.
01 / 05Bridal suite · A peaceful place to begin.
River views and antique furnishings for the morning’s preparations.
THE MOMENTS MAKE THE PLACE
This is what
it’s all about.
The laughter. The little details. The just-married feeling.
The estate, the rooms, and the celebrations.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Before
your visit.
Bring the rest of your questions.
We’ll talk them through together.
How many people can we invite?
Up to 300 guests. Ask the team about the right layout for your celebration.
Can we choose our own vendors?
Yes. Bring your own caterer and vendors, or ask for the preferred vendor list.
Is there somewhere to get ready?
There’s a bridal suite and groom’s quarters. Explore the rooms above, then see them on your tour.
What about plans for wet weather?
Chelsea hosts outdoor celebrations. Ask the team about weather arrangements for your date and guest count when you visit.
How do we get pricing and availability?
, or email events@historicchelsea.com with your plans.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH A VISIT
See Chelsea
for yourself.
Walk the grounds. Explore the rooms. Picture your day.