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39 Stunning Kentucky Wedding Venues Within 2 Hours of Lexington You Might Not Have Seen Before

Dec 29, 2024

Updated: 1 day ago

The European style view of rolling hills from First Vineyard in Nicholasville, Kentucky.
The view from First Vineyard in Nicholasville, Kentucky

Finding a venue can be one of the most difficult parts of wedding planning. Below I've compiled a list of stunning Kentucky Wedding Venues to explore. Some I have photographed or filmed a wedding or engagement at and some are on my Venue Bucket List.

From picturesque vineyards and elegant barns to opulent estates and scenic lakesides, these venues offer the perfect backdrop for your special day. Whether you're envisioning a romantic outdoor ceremony or a chic indoor reception, you'll find a venue that fits your dream wedding. Explore these unique locations and get inspired for a wedding celebration that will be truly unforgettable!


Click the name of each Kentucky Wedding Venue to visit their website or social media.


  1. First Vineyard - Nicholasville, KY*

  2. Legacy Lakes - Science Hill, KY

  3. Cave Hill Vineyard & Winery - Eubank, KY*

    View a teaser film from Cave Hill Vineyard & Winery here.

    An outdoor wedding ceremony under the gazebo at Cave Hill Vineyard & Winery in Eubank, KY.
    The outdoor ceremony area at Cave Hill Vineyard & Winery in Eubank, KY.

  4. Suits Us Farms - Somerset, KY

  5. Farm on the Lake Events - Somerset, KY

  6. The Barn at Cedar Grove - Greensburg, KY*

    View a film from The Barn at Cedar Grove here.


    The exterior of the barn, decorated with string lights, at The Barn at Cedar Grove in Greensburg, KY.
    The Barn at Cedar Grove in Greensburg, KY.

  7. 5th Quarter - Somerset, KY

  8. The Buchanan Estate - Eubank, KY

  9. The Vintage Barn at Merefield Farm - Midway, KY*

    View a film from The Vintage Barn at Merefield Farm here.

    An outdoor ceremony under the chapel style gazebo at The Vintage Barn at Merefield Farm in Midway, KY.
    The outdoor ceremony space at The Vintage Barn at Merefield Farm in Midway, KY.

  10. Warrenwood Manor - Danville, KY

  11. Magnolia Manor - Perryville, KY

  12. The Polo Barn at Saxony Farm - Lexington, KY*

    View a Blog Post from The Polo Barn at Saxony Farm here.


    The high end barn style getting ready building at The Polo Barn at Saxony Farm in Lexington, KY.
    The getting ready building at The Polo Barn at Saxony Farm in Lexington, KY.

  13. Historic Shelby Manor at Arcadia Farms - Stanford, KY

  14. The Virginia - Somerset, KY

  15. The Perfect Place Weddings & Events - Hazard, KY* (this is just over 2 hours, but worth the drive)

    View a Blog Post of The Perfect Place Weddings & Events here.

    The stunning farmhouse outdoor reception area, complete with a beautiful lighting setup, at The Perfect Place Weddings & Events near Hazard, KY.
    The outdoor portion of the reception area at The Perfect Place Weddings and Events near Hazard, KY

  16. Heart of Grace Farm - London, KY

  17. Oak Hill Gardens LLC - London, KY

  18. The Well at Cherry Well Farm - Winchester, KY*

    View a film from The Well at Cherry Well Farm here.

    A couple looks lovingly at each other with the venue at The Well at Cherry Well Farm in the background.
    The Well at Cherry Well Farm - Winchester, KY.

  19. Moonlight Fields Event Venue - Nicholasville, KY

  20. Sunset Ridge Farm - Wellington, KY*

    A groom embraces his bride from behind while sitting in a canoe on the lake at Sunset Ridge Farm in Wellington, KY.
    The lake and canoe at Sunset Ridge Farm in Wellington, KY make for the perfect wedding photo opp.

  21. The Glass Parlor - Columbia, KY

  22. The Ashley Inn - Lancaster, KY

  23. Cliffview Resorts - Campton, KY*

    View a Blog post from Cliffview Resorts here.

    A couple poses on the bottom porch of one of the cabins at Cliffview Resorts in Campton, KY.
    An intimate elopement at one of the cabins at Cliffview Resorts in Campton, KY.

  24. Events At Hemlock Springs - Rogers, KY*

    View a film from Hemlock Springs here.

    A bride and groom begin to kiss while holding a large fall bridal bouquet at the wooded ceremony area at Events at Hemlock Springs in Rogers, KY.
    Events at Hemlock Springs in Rogers KY is perfect for a fairytale wooded ceremony, complete with an indoor reception area!

  25. Chenault Vineyards - Richmond, KY

    A bride and groom dance over the checkerboard dance floor at Chenault Vineyards in Richmond, KY.
    The reception space at Chenault Vineyards in Richmond, KY.

  26. Hawks Nest Weddings & Events - Winchester, KY

  27. The Stone House at Silver Creek - Richmond, KY

  28. The Blanford House - Oakland, KY* (this is a little over 2 hours, but a hidden gem)

    A couple poses outside the brick front of The Blanford House near Smith's Grove, KY.
    A couple poses in front of the grand front door on the brick facade of The Blanford House near Smith's Grove, KY.

  29. Heartland of Versailles - Versailles, KY

  30. The Greenhouse at Appalachian Rose Farm - RRG - Rogers, KY

  31. Homegrown HideAways - Berea, KY

  32. Lady Oscar Venue & Events - Versailles, KY

  33. The Magnolia - Somerset, KY

  34. I Do At The Barn - Richmond, KY

  35. The Show Barn at Daynabrook Farms - Harrodsburg, KY

  36. Trusty's Barn - Sparta, KY

  37. 4C Ranch & Events LLC - Irvine, KY

  38. The Farmstead at Shawnee Springs - Harrodsburg, KY

  39. The Haycraft - Elizabethtown, KY


And, bonus...

The Kentucky Castle - Versailles, KY*

View a film from the Kentucky Castle here.

A groom dips his wife for a kiss in front of the fountain at The Kentucky Castle in Versailles, KY.
A couple does a dip in the front drive of The Kentucky Castle in Versailles, KY.

Have questions about any of these venues? Venues with an * mark venues where I have photographed or filmed a wedding and/or engagement. I'd be happy to answer any questions I can! Just ask!


Still looking for a Kentucky wedding photographer or videographer to capture one of these or other stunning venues? Please reach out, I would love to hear from you!


This list is designed to provide you with a list of ideas. Always thoroughly research and vet any wedding vendor before booking.

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