The 2 best wedding venues in Newburg, ranked and compared

Amber View Vineyard is a family-owned and operated 28-acre waterfront farm and event venue in Newburg, Maryland, run by sisters Jennifer and Lisa Mertz with breathtaking views of the Potomac River and a five-acre vineyard. The property features a newly renovated barn with a covered lean-to overlooking the vineyard, a centrally located dinner-seating area with white drapes and two chandeliers, multiple ceremony locations (vineyard backdrop, inside-the-barn, tree-shaded intimate area), open manicured grass lots, an equestrian area with horses and luxury toilet trailers. Onsite accommodations include the main house with 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, an indoor heated pool, a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor deck with grills, a fire pit and Wi-Fi, sleeping up to 22 (or 24 with the optional $200/night in-law suite). Couples may select their own vendors (caterers and bar companies must provide license and insurance 30 days prior; events over 75 guests require event insurance), a Wedding Weekend Package is available, and an event manager is provided day-of. The venue is wheelchair-accessible and pet-friendly on a case-by-case basis; events must end by 10 pm on weekends and 9 pm on weekdays.

The Pavilion at Weatherly is a private 25-acre waterfront estate wedding venue with 600 feet of Potomac River shoreline in Newburg, Maryland, featuring a Georgian Colonial Manor House and an 800-foot maple-lined entry lane. The centerpiece is a 7,800 sq ft timber-frame Pavilion with a glass wall facing the river, a 40 ft masonry fireplace, three bar service stations, and capacity for up to 250 guests, blending upscale country and nautical chic. The Manor House includes two getting-ready suites: the bridal Carolina Suite (vaulted ceilings, makeup stations, built-in beverage bar) and the Potomac Suite (lawn games, TVs, fireplace) for the other half of the party. Additional amenities include a 130 ft pier with solar lights, a 20-mile river view, a pond, shade-tree cocktail areas, and optional fireworks and Splash Golf add-ons. Couples bring approved outside caterers and choose from a preferred vendor list. No on-site lodging.