The Gaines Estate

Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,000 for off-peak dates, and $5,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Welcome to The Gaines Estate. The Gaines Estate is a 1920’s era mansion located in downtown Fayetteville, WV. The house was the most prominent residence in Fayetteville for many years and has been restored to its former glory to provide the perfect event venue. Experience the beauty and old-world elegance of the Gaines Estate while enjoying Fayetteville’s unique restaurants and shops and the New River National Park and Preserve. Every detail of this stunning estate has been designed with your event in mind. We offer 192 acres of breathtaking views, a newly renovated 5,000 square foot estate house, a fully enclosed 4,000 square foot pavilion that can accommodate up to 200 guests, a commercial kitchen with an in-house caterer and a fully stocked bar. Every detail has been carefully planned out to help you create the event of your dreams. We are the perfect location for ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers and more!

Seated guest capacity

15-250

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

225 W Maple Ave, Fayetteville, WV 25840

Our event spaces

Gaines Estate House

Come experience beauty and elegance in a 1920's era mansion located in downtown Fayetteville, WV.

The newly renovated Gaines Estate house features a fully stocked bar, several dining areas, a beautiful bridal suite and two second-floor balconies overlooking almost 200 acres of breathtaking views.

Guest capacity

5-75 Seated

5-210 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Dimmers for lighting - Original Hardwood Floors - Sunroom perfect for appetizers - Seating and dining areas throughout the house - Bridal Suite - Two Guest Rooms - Conference Room - Fully-Stocked Bar - 5 Bathrooms

Pavilion

The property's newest addition carries over the elegance and old-world beauty to a large indoor event space.

The pavilion is the newest addition to The Gaines Estate. Directly located behind the house, the pavilion is the perfect location for large wedding receptions or indoor wedding ceremonies. The pavilion was designed with your event in mind.

Guest capacity

1-200 Seated

1-300 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

- Dimmers for lighting - Chandeliers - Open dance floor - Full bar - Large windows surrounding entire building - Breathtaking stained concrete floors - Tables and chairs - Kitchen

Outdoor Space

The Gaines Estate offers 192 acres of breathtaking views located in downtown Fayetteville, WV.

The outdoor space on property is the perfect location for wedding ceremonies, receptions and dinner parties. The Walnut Grove is located directly behind the pavilion featuring a lawn surrounded by walnut trees enclosed with string lights. The 50 acre pasture field is located directly behind the walnut grove. It creates a stunning backdrop for the Walnut Grove and is also a perfect location for outdoor ceremonies. The front lawn of the house is a perfect location for smaller weddings and events.

Guest capacity

1-250 Seated

1-300 Standing

Square footage

10,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Couples luncheon, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Outdoor Ceremony Site - Outdoor Reception Site - String Lights - Breathtaking Views - 10 Acre Lawn - 50 Acre Pasture Field