Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Whether it is your dream wedding day, a stunning rehearsal dinner, or a bridesmaid luncheon, let us bring your vision to life with our stunning Montalto venue. The scenic private drive leads you to Repose at Montalto, a beautiful historic estate sitting 400 feet above, and overlooking, Monticello. Steeped in history and surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, this is the quintessential Charlottesville venue for “I do.” Unsurpassed in elegance and style, our venue will fulfill your every vision for the perfect wedding celebration. As a Site of Conscience, we are committed to engaging our guests with a deeper understanding of Monticello’s history as a plantation. Out of respect for the enslaved men, women, and children lived and labored here, we do not allow private, non-educational events on the West Lawn, Mulberry Row, or elsewhere on the mountaintop.

Seated guest capacity

10-250

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Our event spaces

Library

The Jefferson Library combines the power of place with the power of idea.

Built to complement historic Kenwood, the 15,500 square-foot library features a contemporary reading room with a two-story semicircular bay window. The reading room is a lovely space to host dinners and receptions providing your guests with the opportunity to dine amidst more than 40,000 volumes detailing Jefferson’s life and early American history.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Room cost

$5,000-$7,500

Kenwood

Historic, classic, and intimate venue location.

Kenwood features an elegant parlor complete with original artwork and furnishings. The home is well-appointed with a full kitchen and butler’s pantry to accommodate catering and service needs. Your guests will also enjoy access to the stone terrace, located just off the dining room, which overlooks the rolling hills of Virginia’s Piedmont. The Kenwood Garden is ideal for intimate outdoor garden parties. The gazebo and courtyard are perfect for a sunset reception or cocktail hour.

Guest capacity

10-40 Seated

10-50 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Rehearsal dinner

Included in this room:

• Four-hour venue block from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm • Onsite staff support including a member from our events, security, and custodial team • Small Furniture Inventory available for use • An exclusive on-site caterer to handle all your food, beverage and rental needs (price of food, beverage and rentals is separate from venue rental fee) • Large parking lot included to accommodate guest transportation

Room cost

$1,500 - $5,000

Montalto

The quintessential Charlottesville spot to say, "I do!"

Montalto sits 410 feet above Thomas Jefferson’s beloved mountaintop home, Monticello. The gracious 11,000-square-foot home, "Repose," delivers a deep connection with the property’s history alongside a brilliant 360-degree view. Enter the private gated road and ascend the mountain to unsurpassed elegance and exclusivity. Flow from the panoramic ceremony field to the generous tent field reception space, taking in all of Charlottesville, Monticello, UVA and Blue Ridge Mountain sunsets.

Guest capacity

10-250 Seated

10-250 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Included in this room:

• Full access to the venue from 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm • Onsite staff support including a member from our events, security, and custodial team • Small Furniture Inventory available for use • An exclusive on-site caterer to handle all your food, beverage and rental needs (price of food, beverage and rentals is separate from venue rental fee) • Exclusive location for your event up a scenic private drive

Room cost

$24,500 - $35,000