Rocklands Farm & Winery Reviews

We had our daughters wedding at Rocklands Farm Winery in Poolesville MD. Janis Glenn was so warm and offered many recommendations that made this event even better than I could have imagined. I LOVED the entire event!!!! Thank you so much for making my daughters dreams come true ??

If you are looking for rustic, boho, chic... Rocklands is your place. The venue is stunning, with the big red barn, the ceremony by a big open field, the cocktail hour softly lite next to a silo. The owner/manager Janis is super flexible and very helpful. She only does about 20 weddings per year so she actually gets to know each couple and works with them to make their day special. She even picked us up in her golf cart to make sure we didn’t miss the perfect once in a lifetime shot of fog rolling over the field at sunset. Rocklands does have an exclusive caterer, Simply Fresh Events, which honestly makes life so much easier because they are also amazing. Bonus, the wine is really good! (And we are wine snobs). Highly recommend checking out Rocklands.

My daughter’s August wedding was canceled due to COVID. But she decided to get married anyway in a very small wedding - 13 people. Rockland Farms was the perfect choice. The ceremony took place in their beautiful gardens which was very private. With less than a month to plan, Janis and Erin could not have been more accommodating and helpful. I heard my daughter tell someone the other day that her wedding was “perfect”. Thank you Rockland Farms for making that happen!!

Rocklands was a wonderful wedding venue. We loved the feel from day 1, relaxed, accommodating -- checked all our boxed, but felt super down to earth! Janis (the owner) was fantastic -- super responsive -- and really creative when it came to our crazy ideas -- she was along for the ride!

We had a September wedding at Rocklands Farm and absolutely loved it. Guests are still raving about the venue - beautiful, secluded (even though not far from DC), relaxed and boho chic. There are so many options for where to have your ceremony, and the barn is wonderful for dinner and dancing. The whole place is just perfect as it is, we did barely any extra decorating (which is one of the reasons we chose this venue), and Rocklands has so many decorations you can you, and amazing vintage furniture for the cocktail hour, which was absolutely charming.

The best part was working with Janis, who owns the farm/venue. She is so full of ideas, so positive, and responsive. She made us feel so relaxed and welcomed as we planned. We had friends come up to us during the wedding and say they wanted to do their wedding again and have it at Rocklands!

When we were taking pictures, Janis drove us around to all the best spots as well! She made the whole planning process and the wedding day better than we ever thought.

We held our wedding reception at Rocklands. This is a very beautiful working farm that doubles as a venue, and the bustle of activity during the day adds to its charm. The buildings and grounds- ranging from the main barn venue space to the corn crib and field and more- all lend a very rustic and cozy vibe. Janis, the proprietor, is a very sweet and kind person who very much seems to care about the people who hold events at the farm, and is very responsive and communicative throughout the process. She also worked to accommodate us when we wanted to hang a disco ball from the barn's rafters instead of a chandelier.

The rest of the staff are similarly friendly and nice. We grew to knew many of them during our periodic visits to the venue, and they were warm and kind each time we saw them. It's very clear to us that Rocklands is a very well-run and empathetic place, and we're very glad that we got to have our dream reception there!

I had a memorial event for my husband! It was fabulous! It was uplifting for everyone! The Rocklands Farm Winery was so accommodating to all my needs to make this a time to remember! My husband was truly celebrated! This was a perfect venue for any occasion! Thank you Janis, Shawn, and Geoff's team from Simply Fresh Events!

We had the pleasure of working with the Rocklands Farm team in designing and executing our perfect wedding. The day was truly special, and they helped make it happen.

Could not have been happier with Rocklands. The venue looked great, Janis was very helpful and responsive, and the place has so much to offer. All the guests loved the place.

This is a beautiful venue! All of our guests loved it! We had great weather and it wasn't too hot. I would imagine mid june/july it would be very hot there (the barn is not AC) so keep that in mind if you plan to get married during mid summer. I also wish that there was some way the portable bathroom trailer could be included in the venue price (as its required and only allowed to be rented from one company). There are so many beautiful places to take pictures and we also loved all the stuff on the farm we could use as centerpieces for free!

Rocklands winery is a beautiful and wonderful place to have a wedding. Janis is wonderful to work with , she is welcoming and extremely helpful. I could not think of a better place to have a wedding .

We loved having our wedding at Rocklands Farm and working with Janis and SimplyFresh. They were very accommodating for our Friday morning wedding/lunch reception. Janis is very easy to communicate with and Nicole from SimplyFresh was essential in the day running smoothly. The venue is beautiful (so much land/space) and we loved the rustic barn feel. The only problem is the barn does not have air conditioning, but we knew that well ahead of time and took a risk since we had to get married when at a time convenient for all family. We got married on one of the hottest days of the year midday, and we all managed and still had a great time. Looking back we don't think about how hot it was, but how much we loved the venue and our wedding! Rocklands farm is a gorgeous place.. look no further!

We loved working with Janis and everyone at Rocklands. Everyone was helpful, kind, flexible and such fun to work with. We loved the laid back atmosphere, being out in the agricultural reserve, the farm and the beautiful old red barns on the property. My husband had been to the venue a few times and on our first visit together we knew instantly it was the perfect place for us! We also were lucky enough to have the most beautiful weather for our wedding day and had a light breeze blowing through as the sheep were frolicking in the field next door and all of the flowers were in bloom. We also took advantage of the amazing florals by Sungold Flowers (on property at Rocklands) and Simply Fresh Catering who all work seamlessly together! We have nothing but great things to say about this venue and the family that owns it!

We found no venue like Rocklands Farm when looking for our June 2019 wedding. The space is beautiful but when you book RF, you also book the team that comes along. Janis was a joy to work with from day one. She really does have a "lets figure it out attitude" and helps you shape the farm into your dream wedding rather than being cookie cutter. We look forward to continue to visit RF for years to come.

Rocklands Farm Winery is hands down THE best venue to get married at! The family-run farm is stunning and offers an experience that you and your guests will remember forever. Janis (the owner) and the rest of her team at Rocklands truly do an incredible job making sure all of the little details and requests are taken care of, making your wedding day easy, beautiful and FUN! In addition to the awesome team, Rocklands Farm Winery also has Sungold Flowers, an AMAZING florist you can use, right onsite. Their team is equally fantastic and I can't thank them enough for making my wedding day dreams come true!

On a beautiful October day in 2017 my now husband and I decided to go pumpkin picking at a farm in Poolesville, MD. On the drive to the farm, we stumbled over a one lane bridge and drove straight up a driveway instead of continuing on the road as we were supposed to. Looking at each other for a second, we realized we had discovered something far more exciting than pumpkin picking, we were at a winery! We said "Let's go get our pumpkins and come back here." And that's exactly what we did. We literally felt that we had hit the jackpot. And then we tried the wines and we were in heaven. We knew it was fate that we had found this place, and secretly dubbed it "our spot" and visited multiple times together following.  

Fast forward to early 2019, when we knew that the proposal was coming, we saw that Rocklands Farm was hosting a wedding show. With the ring not yet on my hand, we immediately RSVP'd. We arrived at the show and even without a full tour, we asked to speak to whomever scheduled events and within days 10.10.2020 was our date. The proposal happened a couple of months later but the plan had already been set. From the second we started discussing hosting our wedding at Rocklands Farm with the owner, Janis, we were met with raving enthusiasm and positivity. She made us feel special and heard, and each time we visited she greeted us with a glowing smile. After we booked with Janis, we were referred to the only catering and events company that they use, Simply Fresh, who we worked with on everything else going forward. While our wedding had been in the making for more than a year when COVID-19 happened, Janis and Simply Fresh were both extremely kind in helping us to alter our plans to fit new guidelines and comfort levels.

Should you get married or host an event at Rocklands Farm? Absolutely yes. Janis is wonderful to work with, and really makes you feel important. The location is superb, and incredibly picturesque and unique compared to other venues in the area. Your pictures will be incredible and they will even drive you around the farm to make sure you get your shots! While we only had 14 people at our wedding due to COVID-19 (down from 130), our guests raved about the location, the food, everything - it was amazing. The price is comparable, and may even be less... keep in mind you are paying for the venue and then you negotiate with the catering and events company based on what you are looking for, so it's easy to make the cost fit your budget and specialize the event to your liking. The venue fee also gives you access to an abundance of decor, that Simply Fresh can help coordinate if you choose to use it.

Overall, we're incredibly happy and feel lucky to have gotten married at Rocklands Farm. It's something we will remember forever, and we will continue to visit and enjoy their amazing wines and atmosphere for years to come. 

The owner, Janis Glenn, is the most down to earth, friendly, kind, and warm person who helped make our wedding day the best day of our lives. Thank you Janis!

Janis and her family are amazing! The venue is beautiful and had all the rustic charm we were looking for! All of the props and decor items that they have available to use made our wedding look amazing without us having to buy a lot of additional items, which definitely helped with our budget. The outdoor space is beautiful and there was plenty of room for all of our guests. We can't wait to go back and celebrate other special occasions at the farm!

Rocklands is fabulous!! I cannot complement Janis, her family, and her team at the farm enough. Everyone we interacted with was warm, helpful and genuinely interested in making our wedding an unforgettable experience. The farm itself is stunning. One of our favorite things about the venue and one of the aspects that won us over was its natural beauty. We didn't have to spend much to make the space gorgeous; it was already that way. And anything else we needed, the farm has a huge stockpile of props and decorations. We had our ceremony on the lawn behind the manor house. During the ceremony itself sheep and cows were grazing and the golden glow from the setting sun painted a perfect picture. We held the reception in the barn and since our wedding was on the smaller side- 75 guests in total- we fit comfortably in the space. Our guests loved the bonfire pit and at the end of the night everyone gathered outside to enjoy s'mores and gaze at the stars. Janis works with Simply Fresh Events to arrange everything from catering and alcohol to a restroom trailer (not your average port-a-potty) and group transportation to and from the event. They are professional, organized and high quality. As an individual who has worked in restaurants/events/and catering my whole life, I was very impressed with the level of professionalism and quality of services we received. One thing to note for the less adventurous couple. This is a farm and there are bugs, occasional mud, and unruly plants and animals. For us that added to the charm, but I do recommend getting bug spray for your event, and be prepared to get your shoes a little dirty. If you are looking for a venue in the DC region that is naturally gorgeous, I highly recommend Rocklands.

Rocklands Farm & Winery was absolutely the perfect place for my husband and I to get married. This place is perfect hidden gem in the Poolesville Area! When we visited Rocklands for the first time, we knew it was love at first sight! From the beautiful grass fields, the gorgeous farm gardens, and the rustic red barn- its easy to say... ROCKLANDS was perfect! The natural atmosphere of getting married at a farm mixed with elegant touches of decorations within the barn-make this venue perfect. My husband and I got married about six weeks ago- and we STILL have people mentioning to us how beautiful it was.

Janis Glenn- the owner and operator of Rocklands Farm & Winery is such a kind hearted woman. She is easy to contact and is available for any questions at any time. She was very helpful with my elderly grandfather and supporting him with wheel chair access around the venue. And coming to visit on random days to review and check out the venue.

What is also great about this venue is Brides from previous weddings tend to recycle products and signs from their weddings-allowing you to reuse a lot of decor items like candles, signs, furniture, etc.- for your wedding! Truly wonderful!

Lastly, please keep in mind when booking with this venue they do have specific caterers they would like you to use. If you choose to use someone else, it is allowed-but you have to pay a small fee. My husband and I had such a joy using one of the caterers they suggested and boy was it a breeze!

Point saying.. Rocklands Farm & Winery was a perfect and most ideal wedding venue for my husband and I! We loved the property, the staff, the hospitality, and the whole-hearted love they give to their clients. They wish you nothing but the best for your marriage!

I can't recommend Rocklands Farm enough! From our initial contact with Janis, she was extremely responsive, flexible, and accommodating. It really felt as though making our day perfect was as important to her as it was to us! We were looking for a beautiful location to hold an intimate "Not So Big Wedding" on a budget, and it ended up being exactly as we'd envisioned it. We booked the formal backyard mid-week (on a Wednesday) for our outdoor ceremony with the barn as a rain back-up location, which are both gorgeous. Truthfully, we weren't sure which we preferred more, so we figured we'd let the weather decide :-) I can't think of one thing that could have been better about our day. From the beautiful bridal dressing room to the sunflowers blooming in the flower garden, everything just felt magical. Janis and the entire Rocklands team are fantastic, and the setting is just breathtaking! Whether you're planning something small and intimate or a larger event, Rocklands can accommodate it all.

Deciding to book Rocklands Farm for our wedding was the best decision we made throughout the entire wedding planning process. Janis was amazing to work with - so calm and helpful, extremely responsive to emails and full of great ideas on how to best use the space.

The setting is absolutely stunning, with a range of different sections of the property that can be used for the various parts of the wedding. If you want a venue that offers of a variety of smaller, distinct settings for your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, this is the place for you. We were extremely fortunate in that the weather was beautiful for us, so we really got to take advantage of the indoor/outdoor aspects of the venue, with guests being able to have a drink right outside the barn if they wanted fresh air and take ten steps back into it when they heard a song they wanted to dance to. It can get a bit warm in the barn, but there is good air circulation when both doors are open and the fans are going (and they are not as loud as you might think when you see them).

We also loved that the flowers for our wedding were grown and arranged by Sungold Flower, which are based on the farm as well, and that the wine that were served was from the Rocklands winery. Very locally-sourced! As other brides mentioned, there are also so many different decorations that have been recycled from past weddings that are available for use, including antique pieces of furniture that were so artfully sprinkled throughout the space. We couldn't have been happier with Rocklands as our venue!

Bottom line: you will not find a better venue, team, or location for your wedding. We were ecstatic! All of our guests said the farm was the most fun they've had at a wedding. Book with them. You will not be disappointed.

My wedding day was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined, thanks to Janis, Anna, and Caitlin. Janis is the owner of the farm, and she was so flexible and helpful when it came to logistics. The day before the wedding, the forecast was looking extremely hot (over 100 degrees!), and she suggested moving the ceremony site to the covered "corn crib"; it was a fantastic idea! Our guests were much cooler, and Anna and Caitlin of Sungold Flower Co. decorated it so beautifully. The farm is an absolutely stunning backdrop for photos, and has all the amenities needed for a special occasion. With Janis' expertise and Anna and Caitlin's local flower arrangements, you can truly make your wedding day reflect you and your spouse as a couple. Simply Fresh, the recommended caterer, was absolutely top notch. Our guests were raving about the food, and loved their suggestion of pie instead of the traditional cake. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue and people to work with for our wedding!