The Gaines Estate
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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!
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
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
Available services that can be provided by The Gaines Estate
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Transportation
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Shuttle
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Single queen rooms
- Twin bed rooms
Reviews
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One of my favorite venues!
As a wedding photographer I shoot at many different venues. The Gaines Estate is on of my favorites! It’s a photographers dream venue. The staff is amazing, the property is gorgeous, and my brides are always happy with their experience here! Highly recommend!
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