The Barn At Pleasant Acres

What The Barn At Pleasant Acres does

The Barn At Pleasant Acres is a family-owned wedding and event venue located on a 13.5-acre property at 5415 Mackall Road, Saint Leonard, Calvert County, Maryland. Its physical platform consists of an 8,500-square-foot climate-controlled barn arranged across three levels (Main Level for receptions up to 200 guests, a Mezzanine VIP/groom's space, and a Lower Level for gatherings of up to 40), complemented by an outdoor ceremony lawn, a historic farmhouse for preparation and photography, and surrounding countryside used as built-in photo backdrops. The venue operates an explicit one-event-per-day policy and is currently booking through 2027.

The company serves three horizontal segments: Wedding Couples (primary, with Elopement, Micro, Traditional, and Exclusive Weekend packages), Corporate Clients (retreats, galas, fundraisers, meetings with AV and Wi-Fi support up to 120 attendees), and Private Event Hosts (birthday parties, baby showers, anniversaries, celebrations of life, and funeral receptions). Revenue is generated entirely through one-time event rental fees plus optional add-ons (Bridal Suite Experience, outdoor cocktail hour, second cocktail bar, fabric swagging, antique red truck, rehearsal walkthrough) and exclusive in-house bartending via The Bar Belles, where clients purchase alcohol separately. There are no subscriptions or recurring contracts.

The go-to-market model is high-touch and direct: prospective clients discover the venue through SEO, an active blog, Facebook and Instagram, Zola and WeddingWire listings, and documented vendor and word-of-mouth referrals, then convert by scheduling an in-person tour. The venue employs 7 people and has sustained Best Wedding Venue recognition in Southern Maryland for five consecutive years (2018-2022), was Runner Up in 2023-2024, and holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 951 reviews. The operation is privately held, with blog content authored under "Del Priore Hospitality," though no formal parent entity is disclosed and no institutional investment is indicated.

Name

The Barn At Pleasant Acres

Legal name

The Barn at Pleasant Acres

Website

https://thebarnatpleasantacres.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Family-owned wedding and event venue in Saint Leonard, Maryland operating an 8,500 sq ft climate-controlled barn on 13.5 acres. Hosts up to 30 weddings per year alongside corporate events and private parties, booking through 2027.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wedding and Event Venue Services

NAICS

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121)

SIC

Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512)

akta.pro primary industry

Reception Planning & Guest Experience (Seating, Favors, Hospitality) (HSACABAM)

Keywords

• Barn wedding venue
• Wedding event hosting
• Private event venue
• Corporate event space
• Southern Maryland weddings

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Leonard

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Venue Rental: Primary revenue comes from renting the venue for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and other celebrations. Pricing varies by event type (wedding, micro wedding, elopement, corporate), package selection (traditional vs. exclusive weekend), and guest count. Revenue is transaction-based with per-event pricing rather than recurring subscriptions.
2. In-House Bartending Services: The Bar Belles provides exclusive bartending services. Clients purchase alcohol while the venue provides professional bartending staff and service. This is an add-on service to the base venue rental.
3. Optional Upgrades and Add-ons: Venue offers purchasable upgrades including: Bridal Suite Experience (with attendant, gown steaming, hair/makeup stations), outdoor cocktail hour with bar service and cocktail tables, second cocktail bar, fabric swagging, antique red truck for photos, wine barrels, cornhole boards, chalkboard signs, day-before decorating access, and rehearsal walkthrough.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Barn At Pleasant Acres is a family-owned wedding and event venue that rents its 8,500 square foot climate-controlled barn and surrounding 13.5-acre property for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. The venue provides four wedding packages (Exclusive Weekend, Traditional, Micro, and Elopement) along with private party and corporate event hosting, including furniture, lighting, setup/teardown, and a day-of coordinator. It hosts one event per day, capping annual volume at approximately 30 weddings.

Product overview

The Barn At Pleasant Acres is a family-run wedding and event venue in Saint Leonard, Maryland offering a unified service platform across its 13.5-acre property. The core offering centers on The Barn (an 8,500 sq ft climate-controlled venue with three levels), The Lawn (outdoor ceremony site), and The Farmhouse (preparation and photography space). The venue provides four distinct wedding packages—Exclusive Wedding Weekend, Traditional Wedding, Micro Wedding, and Elopement—alongside private party and corporate event services. All bookings include tables, chairs, lighting, setup/teardown, and day-of coordination. Optional upgrades include the Bridal Suite Experience, in-house bartending (The Bar Belles), outdoor cocktail hour, antique red truck for photos, and fabric swagging. The property accommodates up to 200 guests with full ADA accessibility and serves approximately 30 weddings per year.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 30 weddings hosted per year with exclusive one-event-per-day policy
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Bar Belles Bartending ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe Bar Belles are the exclusive bartending services provider for The Barn at Pleasant Acres. Their package is designed to give clients the best possible service at an affordable cost. Clients choose their own alcohol menu, and The Bar Belles provide professional bartending staff and service. This is the only exclusive service requirement at the venue, as all other vendors operate under an open policy.
• Holiday Inn Express Prince FrederickminorOthersRecommended accommodation partner for out-of-town wedding guests. Located in Prince Frederick, MD, approximately 15-20 minutes from venue.
• Springhill Suites Marriott Prince FrederickminorOthersRecommended accommodation partner for out-of-town wedding guests. Marriott brand hotel option in Prince Frederick.
• Recommended Vendor NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExtensive network of pre-approved vendors including: caterers (Caney Creek Catering, Chesapeake Grille + Deli, Dream Weaver Catering, Hardesty Haven Catering, Maryland Country Caterers, Rita B Catering, Thelma's Kitchen Catering), photographers (Amanda Wose Photography, Candace Nicole Photography, Dunks Photo, Ginger Snapshots, George Street Photo, Laura Elizabeth Photography, Mike B Photography, Natalie Grace Photography), florists (Copper Moon Floral, Dahlia & Vine Flower Farm, Days of May Florals, Floral Expressions), DJs (Crow Entertainment, DJ Dave, DMV Premier Entertainment, Elite Beatz Entertainment, Silvestro Entertainment), hair and makeup artists, transportation (Bayside Limousines, Keller Transportation, Smart Ride), and rental companies (Elevation Party Rentals, Lucky In Love Rentals, Simply Social Event Co.). Venue maintains open vendor policy - clients may use vendors outside this list with approval and site visit requirements.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Zola: Wedding marketplace and registry platform listed by the venue as a discovery and lead source. Adjacent ecosystem participant enabling customer acquisition and vendor coordination for independent wedding venues like The Barn at Pleasant Acres.

Direct peers

• Strong Mansion at Sandy Point: Maryland-based historic mansion and estate venue offering full-service weddings and private events with similar capacity (~200 guests) and premium positioning. Direct regional competitor targeting the same Southern Maryland/DMV couple demographic with comparable all-inclusive package structure.
• The Hollyfield Estate: Virginia countryside estate venue offering weddings and private events on a multi-acre property with comparable ceremony/reception spaces, package structure, and day-of coordination. Operates in an adjacent geography serving overlapping DMV-area couples.
• The Winery at Bull Run: Virginia vineyard estate hosting weddings and private events on a multi-acre property with comparable package tiers and day-of coordination services. Comparable rustic-elegant positioning for couples seeking scenic countryside venues within driving distance of the DC metro.
• The Inn at Herrington Bay: Maryland waterfront wedding and event venue offering full-service packages, ceremony and reception spaces, and coordination services. Comparable mid-market regional competitor serving Southern Maryland and Annapolis-area couples with similar capacity and pricing tier.
• Stone Tower Estate: Virginia winery and estate wedding venue offering climate-controlled indoor and outdoor event spaces with comparable capacity, multiple event packages, and full-service coordination. Comparable premium positioning targeting Mid-Atlantic couples seeking scenic, full-service venues.
• Wye Plantation: Maryland estate wedding venue on a historic waterfront property with comparable capacity, all-inclusive packages, and day-of coordination. Direct competitor in the Maryland estate-wedding segment with similar premium positioning and family-event focus.
• Bohemia Overlook: Maryland countryside wedding venue on a multi-acre property offering ceremony and reception spaces with comparable guest capacity and day-of coordination services. Closest functional analog operating a scenic estate venue in the regional Mid-Atlantic wedding market.

Regional players

• Catoctin Hall by Serenity Farm Events: Maryland estate venue with comparable barn- and farm-style event spaces, similar capacity range, and all-inclusive wedding package structure. Regional competitor operating in a different sub-market of Maryland but addressing the same Mid-Atlantic rustic-elegant wedding segment.

Broad incumbents

• Chesapeake Bay Beach Club: Larger Maryland waterfront wedding and event venue with broader event categories (weddings, corporate, social) and a wider amenity footprint. Comparable in serving the same regional couple base with full-service packages, though operationally larger and broader in scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thebarnatpleasantacres
• Instagraminstagram.com/thebarnatpleasantacres
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-barn-at-pleasant-acres

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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