When couples visit The Barn at Pleasant Acres, 13.5 acres in Saint Leonard, for the first time, they often pause at the front lawn. It’s that moment when you realize your ceremony can happen right here, with 200 guests seated on handcrafted barn wood benches, surrounded by open Maryland countryside. We’ve seen hundreds of couples exchange vows in this exact spot, and each time feels just as special as the first.
Couples choose Pleasant Acres for a scenic outdoor wedding because it offers a spacious front lawn with seating for up to 200 guests, rustic barn wood details, and a countryside setting with a built-in indoor backup plan. The venue combines open-air ceremonies with full coordination, accessibility, and flexible vendor options for a relaxed celebration.
Plan Your Outdoor Wedding at The Barn
The Barn at Pleasant Acres outdoor ceremony site on the front lawn gives you room to breathe. With space for 200 guests, everyone has a clear view as you walk down the natural aisle. We set up barn wood benches for your ceremony, creating that rustic feel without sacrificing comfort. And here’s something couples appreciate: if weather becomes a concern, we can move everything inside to our 8,500 square foot event space. You get the outdoor ceremony you’re dreaming of, with the peace of mind that comes from having a climate-controlled backup plan already in place.
What We Include for Your Outdoor Celebration
When you book your outdoor wedding venue with us, you’re getting more than just the lawn. We include the barn wood benches for your ceremony, then our handcrafted barn wood tables and chiavari chairs for your reception. Our day coordinator works with all your vendors so you’re not fielding questions on your wedding day. The guest care team helps with parking and uses our golf carts to shuttle anyone who needs it.
We handle the pre and post event cleaning, including all trash removal. Your family isn’t stuck cleaning up at midnight. They’re dancing, laughing, and making memories. That’s what matters.
The Calvert County Countryside Setting
Saint Leonard gives you that countryside feel while keeping your guests close to everything they need. Jefferson Patterson Park is nearby for anyone who wants to explore before your wedding weekend. Solomons Island offers waterfront dining options for your rehearsal dinner. Local wineries provide spots for welcome gatherings.
For photos, you have our property plus these local landmarks. Some couples take portraits at Calvert Cliffs State Park. Others stick to our farmhouse and antique barns. The antique red truck on the property has become a favorite photo spot, especially at sunset.
Planning Your Outdoor Wedding With Flexibility
The Barn at Pleasant Acres’ open vendor policy means you choose the caterer who understands your vision. Bring in the florist who gets your style. We provide bartending services through our in-house bar, so you purchase the alcohol and we handle the rest. During your 90-minute rehearsal with our venue coordinator, we walk through exactly how your outdoor ceremony will flow and where the wedding party stands.
Conclusion
We built The Barn at Pleasant Acres for couples who want their wedding to feel relaxed and real. You get married outside on our front lawn. You celebrate inside our barn with the handcrafted details and warm lighting. Your guests feel taken care of from the moment they arrive until we help load their cars at the end of the night.
That personal touch comes from being a family business. We’re here all day, making sure everything runs smoothly. By the time you leave, you really do feel like part of our family. That’s not just something we say. It’s how we approach every single wedding.
Ready to see the outdoor ceremony space for yourself? Call us at (443) 624-3333 or visit thebarnatpleasantacres.com to schedule your tour. We’ll walk the property together and talk through how your outdoor wedding could unfold here in Calvert County.
FAQs
Q: What happens if it rains on our outdoor wedding day?
We move your ceremony inside to our 8,500 square foot climate-controlled event space. All the chairs, decor, and setup are transferred indoors, and our team handles everything, so you don’t have to worry about the logistics.
Q: Can we bring our own caterer for an outdoor reception?
Yes, we have an open vendor policy. You can bring any caterer you choose. New caterers need to do a site visit before your event, which we help coordinate.
Q: How many guests can the outdoor ceremony accommodate?
Our outdoor ceremony site on the front lawn accommodates 200 guests with barn wood bench seating that we provide and set up for you.
Q: Is the property accessible for guests who have mobility concerns?
Yes, we have handicap accessibility throughout the venue and provide golf cart shuttle service to help guests move between the ceremony and reception areas.