Modern Celebrations at a Historic Estate
Chloe Altaffer
DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS
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The Preserve at Dundee is a wedding venue located in Hanover, VA. This historic home has been refurbished to create a luxury event space for special celebrations. You are invited to gather your loved ones and celebrate on its vast grounds, taking full advantage of this serene and private property.
The Preserve at Dundee is a key feature of Virginia’s history, as well as a major site for the hunting season in the area. The estate features a mansion at its heart, where you will find a beautiful backdrop. Though located close to both Richmond and Charlottesville, this location has a distinct countryside feel. You can further enjoy this by hosting your ceremony on the 200-acre lawns of Dundee. Here, your guests can watch on as you exchange your vows surrounded by majestic greenery. A tent can be erected in the garden for your cocktail reception and dining needs. Libations can be served from the brick smokehouse for an extra dash of style. This outdoor arrangement can accommodate up to 300 guests, comfortably seating them all banquet style with a panoramic view of the gardens. Following your meal, tables can be cleared, and you can enjoy some after-dinner entertainment as dusk settles over the estate.
The Preserve at Dundee is staffed by a dedicated team of hospitality professionals who aim to make your special day run as seamlessly as possible. With the standard full-day package, you will be given access to multiple outdoor sites on the grounds. A staging area will be reserved for your chosen vendors. The management can also provide a list of recommended vendors to ensure your celebration is served by the very best. A venue manager will be on-site for the duration of your event and can collaborate with your personal coordinator to oversee the action. Parking attendants will also be present at the property for your convenience and that of your guests. You can look forward to a stylish and timeless event at this notable location.
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Starting prices
Reception
$3,450
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$3,450
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Bar services
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Catering
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- Couples usually spend $7,450
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Apr-Oct.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Backyard
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Tented
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
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- Chloe AltafferDirector of Hospitality and EventsHello everyone! Chloe Altaffer here, Director of Hopsitality and Events for The Preserve at Dundee. Prior to being at Dundee, I worked in the hunting and hospitality industry in both Virginia and Alabama. I have vast experience working with hunting lodges that double as wedding venues. I graduated from Auburn with a degree in Wildlife Enterprise Management which was a major in Wildlife and a minor in Hospitality so The Preserve at Dundee was the perfect opportunity. I look forward to meeting each one of you and can't wait to help you curate your special day! Fun Fact: I got married November 2024 so I can relate to all my brides and am loving walking out this journey with everyone!
- Ted BarrettDirector/OwnerI grew up on the grounds of The Preserve at Dundee which instilled in me a passion for historic restoration and outdoor adventure. Life at The Preserve at Dundee set the foundation for my pursuit of a career in adventure travel and the start of my business, MountainSea Exploration. March 2020 saw some changes in MountainSea and I decided to come home, help my family with the farm and open up Dundee and all it's splendor to couples looking for a magical venue to host their special day. I have worked in the service industry for over 20 years and bring that experience to The Preserve at Dundee.
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Lindsay M
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5.0
10/12/2021
The Preserve is an amazing location for your wedding! My husband and I looked everywhere in Richmond for somewhere that was perfect for us and we found it in Dundee. Ted was fantastic, very flexible, and had a plethora of amazing ideas. The set up is great and absolutely beautiful. I wish we could do it all again!
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Ken P
5.0
3/06/2025
Ted and Chloe were just wonderful and accomodating to help make the planning and organization of our wedding day worry free. Kim was amazing as our "day of" site coordinator and helped in ways over and above our expectations. They even allowed our Pig Roast caterer to come in at 2:30 am to start roasting the pig the day of our event.
From our first visit I saw the care, upkeep and beauty of the property as exactly what we wanted. The view from the back of the house where we set up our tent is amazing. All our guest were impressed by the venue and enjoyed themselves. I have already reccommended to a friend for his daughters wedding upcoming in Sept.
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The Preserve at Dundee
Chloe Altaffer
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Director of Hospitality and Events
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