The Red Fox Inn & Tavern VENUE GUIDE
MIDDLEBURG, VIRGINIA
Classic Blend of Town & Country
Among the stone-walled pastures and vineyards of Virginia’s famed Hunt and Wine Country lies the quaint village of Middleburg, a picturesque hamlet playing home to exquisite colonial cottages, specialty boutiques, and unique fine art. An unrivaled charm defined by narrow streets and historic buildings gives the village its distinguished character, while the rolling green hills studded with immaculate equine stables provide the perfect scenic backdrop for special occasions.
At the heart of this idyllic setting lies The Red Fox Inn & Tavern, an inviting rural retreat suited for hosting wedding celebrations synonymous with Middleburg’s grandeur and elegance. From intimate garden nuptials to elaborate tented affairs, The Red Fox Inn & Tavern provides a meticulously refined setting rich in historic Virginia hospitality and tradition.
BOUTIQUE INN PROPERTY
PICTURESQUE PROPERTY
FIVE HISTORIC HOUSES & BUILDINGS
In the heart of The Village, our picturesque property provides the perfect backdrop for you to design a wedding that reflects your personality and style. Heirloom blooms, espalliered trees, and walls adorned with sporting art set the tone for a tranquil escape for you and your guests to truly enjoy your once in a lifetime day. Our property offers the flexibility to bring your dream wedding to life in a setting that feels both timeless and personal. Every detail can be tailored to create an unforgettable experience.
BOUTIQUE INN ACCOMMODATIONS
TWENTY-TWO ROOMS, SUITES, COTTAGES
The Red Fox Inn & Tavern boasts 22 tastefully appointed rooms, suites, and cottages convenient for accommodating wedding guests throughout the celebration. With a central location in the heart of the village, guests are ideally situated to appreciate the many attractions Virginia’s Hunt and Wine Country has to offer. From sampling fine vintages at the local wineries that frequent the bucolic landscape to attending a nearby steeplechase or polo match for an afternoon of delightful entertainment, there is much to enjoy between attending wedding events. The Red Fox Inn & Tavern is pleased to offer a 10% discount on standard room rates for wedding guests.
EVENT SPACES
THE WASHINGTON
Lower Tavern
The Washington room features stone walls, exposed beams, and a gas fireplace.
Embellished with Hunt Country-inspired paintings and sculpture, this space is ideal for cocktail receptions and dinner parties as well as for groups who wish to have amplified music and dancing.
THE TAP ROOM
Lower Tavern
The Tap Room features wood paneling, low-beamed ceilings, a gas fireplace, and a full-service bar. This option is ideal for intimate cocktail receptions and dinner parties.
THE JEB STUART
Upper Tavern
The JEB Stuart blends Hunt Country charm and Middleburg grandeur for an intimate dinner ambience.
Perfect for hosting smaller gatherings or for combining with nearby spaces in the Tavern for larger parties,
The JEB Stuart is a true reflection of the Inn’s quintessential style.
THE NIGHT FOX PUB & THE PARLOR
Upper Tavern
Relaxed yet refined, The Night Fox Pub and The Parlor continue the timeless aesthetic of the Inn with occasional touches of contemporary flair. Superb for intimate post-dinner receptions or as the perfect continuity for larger celebrations, this popular event space is both effortlessly chic and charismatic.
THE GARDEN TERRACE
Outdoor Patio
With the historic facade of The Red Fox Inn & Tavern serving as the imposing backdrop to outdoor soirées, The Garden Terrace exudes classic Middleburg character. Available for cocktail hour, dancing, or an al fresco seated dinner.
THE TENTED GARDEN TERRACE
Outdoor Patio
Enjoy your seated dinner beneath the romantic ambiance of our opulent tent. Bistro lighting creates an atmosphere perfect for all seasons and occasions.
A CULINARY EXPERIENCE
A VIRGINIA CULINARY EXPERIENCE
SEASONAL GAME & SEAFOOD
Rich in pastoral farmland, vineyards, and orchards, Virginia’s Piedmont region plays home to an abundance of fine seasonal produce. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as nearby cheese and game producers are key in the creation of each dish, in addition to a culinary team expertly trained in the art of food preparation and service.
The Red Fox Inn & Tavern’s long standing team takes considerable pride and care in preparing cuisine that illustrates the bountiful land on which it centers. From hand-crafted cocktails and canapés to seasonal dinners and delicious late-night morsels, each culinary component is given detailed attention so as to conceive a celebratory feast guests will be sure to remember.
Beyond the preparing of plates, the Inn’s delightfully courteous service staff are experienced in recognizing every guest’s need. Elegant attendance prevails from beginning to end.
SAMPLE SEATED DINNER
SPARKLING TOAST
BISOL JEIO PROSECCO
Veneto, Italy
GOURMET BOARD
CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE
assorted cheeses and italian salamis with mustard, chutney, crackers, toast points
BREAD SERVICE
SIGNATURE BASKET
orange and rosemary cornbread, buttermilk biscuits, dinner rolls, sorghum butter
FIRST COURSE
SPICED PEAR & BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD
kale and arugula, spiced pears, fried butternut squash, blue cheese, toasted walnut and orange zest gremolata, whole grain mustard and sorghum vinaigrette
MAIN COURSE
tableside choice of
PECAN CURRY CRUSTED HALIBUT
butternut and sweet potato fettuccine, cream of chard, kale and spinach, grilled lime
COGNAC GLAZED DUCK BREAST
crispy maple sherry brussel sprouts, maple pumpkin paprika purée, fried maitake mushrooms, cognac gastrique glaze
MUSHROOM & LEEK RAVIOLI
sautéed mushroom, leek and stracciatella filling, fried hazelnuts, roasted mushrooms, truffle cream, parmesan brioche crumb
DESSERT
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO CREAM PUFF
milk chocolate mousse, espresso caramel, malted hazelnut crumble, salted potato crisps
COFFEE SERVICE
SIGNATURE COFFEE
regular and decaffeinated coffee, cream and sugar
please note: menu items and prices are subject to change with seasonal availability and market prices
VENUE COLLECTIONS
I The JEB Stuart
II
The JEB Stuart, The Night Fox Pub, The Parlor
III The Garden Terrace
IV Tented Garden Terrace
V The Tap Room
VI The Tap Room and The Washington
VII The Tavern
VIII The Tavern and Tented Garden Terrace
I
THE JEB STUART
Upper Tavern
This first venue option includes the Inn’s stately JEB Stuart room. A perfect blend of Hunt Country charm and Middleburg grandeur, The JEB Stuart boasts original wood paneling, two gas fireplaces, and artwork reminiscent of the Inn’s quintessential style.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
46 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
36 guests
RECEPTION
36 guests
VENUE RATES
Rental: $1,000
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $4,500
Friday: $6,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $8,500
I II
THE JEB STUART, THE NIGHT FOX PUB, & THE PARLOR
Exclusive Upper Tavern
This rental option allows for exclusive access to the Inn’s entire Upper Tavern; a space that combines timeless décor with occasional touches of contemporary flair - a perfect blend of hunt country charm and middleburg grandeur.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
70 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
Cocktails in The Night Fox Pub and Parlor | Seated Dinner in The JEB Stuart
46 guests
RECEPTION
46 guests
VENUE RATES
Rental: $1,500
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $5,500
Friday: $7,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $10,500
I III
THE GARDEN TERRACE
Outdoor Patio
Enjoy an outdoor soirée under the vast open skies of Virginia’s beloved Hunt Country. The Garden Terrace features a flagstone patio surrounded by traditional Piedmont foliage and is perfectly suited for al fresco dining.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
70 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
46 guests
RECEPTION
70 guests
VENUE RATES
Rental: $5,500 includes choice of tables, chairs & linens
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $5,500
Friday: $9,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $10,500
I IV
TENTED GARDEN TERRACE
Outdoor Patio
With the addition of a tent aglow with bistro lighting, this fourth rental option creates a memorable and festive event ambience on our secluded Tented Garden Terrace.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
100 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
80 guests
RECEPTION
100 guests
VENUE RATES
VENUE
Rental: $10,500 includes tent along with choice oftables, chairs and linens
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $5,500
Friday: $9,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $10,500
I V
THE TAP ROOM
Lower Tavern
Warm and inviting, The Tap Room boasts exposed stone walls and original beamed ceilings, creating an event space filled with time-honored tradition and a welcoming atmosphere. With a full-service bar and functioning fireplace, this space is perfectly suited for intimate cocktail receptions and dinner gatherings.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
24 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
20 guests
RECEPTION
20 guests
VENUE RATES
Rental: $1,000
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $4,500
Friday: $5,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $6,500
I VI
THE TAP ROOM & THE WASHINGTON
Exclusive Lower Tavern
With cocktails and dinner in both The Tap Room and The Washington Room, guests enjoy the true historic setting of the 18th century tavern. These dining rooms exhibit historic stone walls and wood paneling reminiscent of Middleburg opulence.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
60 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
40 guests
RECEPTION
40 guests
VENUE RATES
VENUE
Rental: $1,500
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $5,500
Friday: $7,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $10,500
I VII THE TAVERN
Exclusive Lower and Upper Tavern
Designed to provide guests with space and flexibility to mingle and dine, this option allows for exclusive access to each of the Inn’s charming indoor event spaces. From the moment guests arrive, the Inn takes on a private home setting, where both the Lower and Upper Tavern are reserved for guests to gather and enjoy the historic venue.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
120 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
Cocktails in The Upper Tavern | Seated Dinner in The Lower Tavern
60 guests
RECEPTION
120 guests
VENUE RATES VENUE
Rental: $3,000
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $9,500
Friday: $14,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $18,500
I VIII
THE TAVERN & TENTED GARDEN TERRACE
Exclusive Tavern and Outdoor Patio
The ultimate option, this Venue Collection includes all of the Inn’s warm and charming interior spaces, in addition to the Tented Garden Terrace. The iconic Red Fox Inn & Tavern will serve as the setting to your exclusive Hunt Country event.
CAPACITY
SEATED DINNER
175 guests
COCKTAILS & DINNER
Cocktails on The Tented Garden Terrace | Seated Dinner in The Lower & Upper Tavern
150 guests
RECEPTION
175 guests
VENUE RATES
VENUE
Rental: $12,500
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM
Monday - Thursday: $9,500
Friday: $14,500
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: $18,500
FLOOR PLANS
LOWER TAVERN FLOOR PLAN
THE WASHINGTON
THE TAP ROOM
ROOM
FRONT DESK
FRONT DOOR
UPPER TAVERN FLOOR PLAN
THE JEB STUART THE NIGHT FOX PUB THE PARLOR THE GARDEN TERRACE
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HE NIGHT
PUB
T HE GARDEN TERRACE T HE JEB STUART
EVENT INCLUSIONS
EVENT INCLUSIONS
EVENT LOCATIONS
Exclusive use of the reserved event location(s), as listed in the Venue Collections. Evening events may begin at 5:00pm and must conclude by 10:30pm.*
*Extended hours are available upon request.
CULINARY AND SERVICE TEAMS
Dedicated culinary and service staff expertly trained to design and execute seasonal food and beverage menus, as well as deliver seamless service throughout a special event.
CHAIRS, TABLES, AND TABLETOP ESSENTIALS
All events held in The Red Fox Inn & Tavern’s historic interior spaces are inclusive of custom-crafted oak Tavern tables and chairs, Tavern china, flatware, stemware, and Italian linen napkins. Events on The Garden Terrace are inclusive of client’s choice of tables, chairs, and linens.*
*Some rental décor exclusions apply.
DECOR & ENHANCEMENTS
CUSTOM EVENT MENU
Our graphics team will tailor your menu by adding bespoked details such as logos, fonts and other design elements
$95
CUSTOM RENTALS
Add a personal touch to a gathering at The Red Fox Inn & Tavern with custom place settings and table décor. Set the tone and style of the event with festive linens, statement china, and unique stemware.
For all rentals, there is a $400 minimum, a $100 delivery fee, and a $300 service fee for all custom décor options.
A pillar of the beloved Middleburg village, The Red Fox Inn & Tavern has been Virginia’s Hunt Country jewel since 1728. Standing proudly on the village’s main thoroughfare, the Tavern is an extraordinary relic to bygone times, where modern touches and classic Virginian character fuse seamlessly to create a coveted establishment.
Beyond its historic bricks and mortar, The Red Fox Inn & Tavern triumphs an affluence of event experience combined with a profound affection for first-class hospitality. From fine fêtes to intimate fireside dinners, Middleburg’s cherished Inn is the perfect location for a gathering amidst the evocative rural vistas of Virginia’s Piedmont region.
A timeless Hunt Country icon with charming tales of history and grandeur, The Red Fox Inn & Tavern is simply a destination not to be missed.
