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WITH YOU FOR
EVERY STEP
We know what it's feels like to be so excited for what's to come but to also feel like you don't even know where to start. No one should have to experience frustration about a day designed to celebrate joy and love.
We're Kelly and Steve. Venue owners, barn renovators, and wedding enthusiasts. We're here to help guide you from idea to "I Do".
We know what it's feels like to be so excited for what's to come but to also feel like you don't even know where to start. No one should have to experience frustration about a day that is designed to celebrate joy and love.
We're Kelly and Steve. Venue owners, barn renovators, and wedding enthusiasts. We're here to help guide you from idea to "I Do".
How It All Began
The idea of 48 Fields began as a series of late-night stories that typically started close to midnight. Steve would be half asleep, but Kelly was wide awake from having just gotten home from a wedding. There was plenty to say about photographing beautiful brides and heartfelt moments, but conversations always ended up focused on the venue. For years, Steve heard all about the good and the bad of the different venues that Kelly worked with. Until one night in 2013, the story ended with a question.
What if we started our own venue?
NOT YOUR TYPICAL OWNERS
Fast forward to today, we are not your typical venue owners. First of all, you may notice we are younger than many other owners. We are not a retired couple doing this for some side retirement income. We have actively pursued this venue to support our family. Second, we are hands-on owners, not detached managers who rely on a team that filters through a revolving door. When you call or email, it's us who will reply. When you come to visit, it's us who will greet you. We are the ones with you from the first email all the way leading up to your wedding day.
LIMITED NUMBER OF WEDDINGS
Owning a venue started as a dream, which meant it would be part of our dream life. To us that means having a life. Date nights together. Sharing a glass of prosecco on the front porch on a Tuesday. Laughing with friends over good meals and good times. To keep this balance, we intentionally choose to take a limited number of weddings per year. This affords us the gift of time so that we can share it with both our couples and ourselves.
CREATING A LEGACY
We never want to lose sight of the fact that marriage and family create the cornerstones of our legacy, and we’re so honored to share 48 Fields with others as they begin the journey of starting their own.
How It All Began
The idea of 48 Fields began as a series of late-night stories that typically started close to midnight. Steve would be half asleep, but Kelly was wide awake from having just gotten home from a wedding. There was plenty to say about photographing beautiful brides and heartfelt moments, but conversations always ended up focused on the venue. For years, Steve heard all about the good and the bad of the different venues that Kelly worked with. Until one night in 2013, the story ended with a question.
What if we started our own venue?
NOT YOUR TYPICAL OWNERS
Fast forward to today, we are not your typical venue owners. First of all, you may notice we are younger than many other owners. We are not a retired couple doing this for some side retirement income. We have actively pursued this venue to support our family. Second, we are hands-on owners, not detached managers who rely on a team that filters through a revolving door. When you call or email, it's us who will reply. When you come to visit, it's us who will greet you. We are the ones with you from the first email all the way leading up to your wedding day.
LIMITED NUMBER OF WEDDINGS
Owning a venue started as a dream, which meant it would be part of our dream life. To us that means having a life. Date nights together. Sharing a glass of prosecco on the front porch on a Tuesday. Laughing with friends over good meals and good times. To keep this balance, we intentionally choose to take a limited number of weddings per year. This affords us the gift of time so that we can share it with both our couples and ourselves.
CREATING A LEGACY
We never want to lose sight of the fact that marriage and family create the cornerstones of our legacy, and we’re so honored to share 48 Fields with others as they begin the journey of starting their own.
How It All Began
The idea of 48 Fields began as a series of late-night stories that typically started close to midnight. Steve would be half asleep, but Kelly was wide awake from having just gotten home from a wedding. There was plenty to say about photographing beautiful brides and heartfelt moments, but conversations always ended up focused on the venue. For years, Steve heard all about the good and the bad of the different venues that Kelly worked with. Until one night in 2013, the story ended with a question.
What if we started our own venue?
NOT YOUR TYPICAL OWNERS
Fast forward to today, we are not your typical venue owners. First of all, you may notice we are younger than many other owners. We are not a retired couple doing this for some side retirement income. We have actively pursued this venue to support our family. Second, we are hands-on owners, not detached managers who rely on a team that filters through a revolving door. When you call or email, it's us who will reply. When you come to visit, it's us who will greet you. We are the ones with you from the first email all the way leading up to your wedding day.
LIMITED NUMBER OF WEDDINGS
Owning a venue started as a dream, which meant it would be part of our dream life. To us that means having a life. Date nights together. Sharing a glass of prosecco on the front porch on a Tuesday. Laughing with friends over good meals and good times. To keep this balance, we intentionally choose to take a limited number of weddings per year. This affords us the gift of time so that we can share it with both our couples and ourselves.
CREATING A LEGACY
We never want to lose sight of the fact that marriage and family create the cornerstones of our legacy, and we’re so honored to share 48 Fields with others as they begin the journey of starting their own.
MARRIED STEVE ON
GET TO KNOW
KELLY
Can pin a boutonniere in record time
A master of logistics
Former wedding photographer for 10 years
Tears up every time a bride walks down the aisle
(Especially to the classic Canon in D)
PLAYED BY A STRING QUARTET
ONE OF THE HOTTEST AUGUST DAYS
GET TO KNOW KELLY
MARRIED STEVE ON ONE OF THE HOTTEST AUGUST DAYS
Can pin a boutonniere in record time
A master of logistics
Former wedding photographer for 10 years
Tears up every time a bride walks down the aisle
Especially to the classic Canon in D
Played by a string quartet
GET TO KNOW
KELLY
MARRIED STEVE ON ONE OF THE HOTTEST AUGUST DAYS
Pins a boutonniere in record time
A master of logistics
Wedding photographer for 10 years
Tears up every time a bride walks down the aisle
(Especially if it's to Canon in D)
PLAYED BY A STRING QUARTET
HATES THE HEAT AND WANTS
SNOW YEAR ROUND
GET TO KNOW
STEVE
Calm in the middle of chaos
Resident advisor on bow ties
Often first to welcome guests with a smile
Background in corporate events
Defers to others when it comes to decor
AND TO-DO LIST MASTER
GET TO KNOW STEVE
HATES THE HEAT AND WANTS SNOW YEAR ROUND
Calm in the middle of chaos
Resident advisor on bow ties
Often first to welcome guests with a smile
Background in corporate events
Defers to others when it comes to decor
And to-do list master
GET TO KNOW
STEVE
HATES THE HEAT AND WANTS SNOW YEAR ROUND
Calm in the middle of chaos
Resident advisor on bow ties
Often first to welcome guests with a smile
Background in corporate events
Knows to defer to others when it comes to decor
AND TO-DO LIST MASTER
GET TO KNOW
SARAH
Our powerhouse Venue Manager
Joins Steve as a fellow red head
Believes that coffee is always a must
Background in florals, events, and project management
Loves being outside (especially in the summer)
FAVORITE PART OF A WEDDING IS THE FIRST DANCE
GET TO KNOW SARAH
FAVORITE PART OF THE WEDDING IS THE FIRST DANCE
Our powerhouse Venue Manager
Joins Steve as a fellow red head
Believes that coffee is always a must
Background in florals, events, and project management
Loves being outside (especially in the summer)
GET TO KNOW
SARAH
FAVORITE PART OF A WEDDING IS THE FIRST DANCE
Our powerhouse Venue Manager
Joins Steve as a fellow red head
Believes that coffee is always a must
Background in florals, events, and project management
Loves being outside (especially in the summer)
SEEN AND HEARD
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with how everything turned out! Kelly and Steve were with us every step of the way and made the experience as stress free as possible!"
VICTORIA AND TED
SEEN AND HEARD
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with how everything turned out! Kelly and Steve were with us every step of the way and made the experience as stress free as possible!"
VICTORIA AND TED
SEEN AND HEARD
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with how everything turned out! Kelly and Steve were with us every step of the way and made the experience as stress free as possible!"
VICTORIA AND TED
SEEN AND HEARD
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with how everything turned out! Kelly and Steve were with us every step of the way and made the experience as stress free as possible!"
VICTORIA AND TED
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We understand the need to create a day that honors your style and personality. Find out how we can exceed your expectations and make your wedding the "best day ever"!
Want To Know More?
We understand the need to create a day that honors your style and personality. Find out how we can exceed your expectations and really make your wedding the "best day ever"!
Want To Know More?
We understand the need to create a day that honors your style and personality. Find out how we can exceed your expectations and really make your wedding the "best day ever"!
Want to Know More?
We understand the need to create a day that honors your style and personality. Find out how we can exceed your expectations and really make your wedding the "best day ever"!
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We are a cider hose that hosts unforgettable barn weddings for couples who want to impress their guests in a relaxed, authentic, and fun environment. Go from being in love to sharing a life in Northern Virginia wine country.
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