What is the guest capacity?

Indoor seated dinners work best with up to about 40 guests, indoor cocktail-style events can host around 75, and events using both indoor and outdoor spaces can reach up to approximately 120 guests with tenting.

Can guests from Glenvar enjoy local attractions during their event stay?

Yes. Guests can explore Green Hill Park, visit Dixie Caverns, spend time in Salem or downtown Roanoke, and enjoy the mountain and river views around the Glenvar area.

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Q: Does Bent Oaks Manor offer lodging?

Yes. Bent Oaks Manor offers on-site lodging in five bedrooms, with space for approximately 13 to 15 overnight guests.

Q: Is Bent Oaks Manor flexible with vendors?

Yes. Bent Oaks Manor allows full vendor flexibility. You may bring your own caterers, florists, planners, and photographers or choose from a recommended list of trusted local vendors familiar with the venue.

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A Local Guide to Glenvar VA

Glenvar's History and Attractions Less Than an Hour From

Bent Oaks Manor

Bent Oaks Manor provides wedding, party, and special event venue services for people in Glenvar, Virginia and western Roanoke County. We serve guests from the Glenvar Village area along West Main Street, the Glenvar schools complex on Malus Drive, nearby Fort Lewis and Wabun, and the Dixie Caverns area. We offer indoor and outdoor spaces, on-site lodging, and flexible event options for couples, families, and local businesses.

Glenvar's History and Attractions Less Than an Hour From

Bent Oaks Manor

What Is Glenvar, Virginia Like?

Glenvar is a small community in western Roanoke County. It sits along US 11 and US 460, just a mile west of the Salem city line. The area has a little under 1,000 people, so it feels close-knit and easy-going. Many people know Glenvar as “the western end” of the Roanoke Valley, between Poor Mountain and Fort Lewis Mountain.

The main part of Glenvar runs along West Main Street, where you’ll find Glenvar Village. This stretch includes the Glenvar Library, Richfield Living retirement community, a fire and rescue station, Fort Lewis Elementary, churches like Pleasant Grove and Fort Lewis Baptist, and the entrance to the Glenvar schools complex. It’s a busy little hub that serves the wider countryside all around it.

Schools are a big part of life here. The Glenvar High School, Middle School, and Elementary School sit together on Malus Drive, just off West Main. Students from communities like Wabun, Fort Lewis, and the Dixie Caverns area all come through Glenvar for school. On game nights, the Glenvar Highlanders bring people together for football, basketball, and other sports.

The area around Glenvar has a lot of outdoor options too. Just across the Roanoke River is Green Hill Park, with ballfields, a dog park, river access, fishing, and a section of the Roanoke River Greenway for walking and biking. Head west on West Main Street and you reach Dixie Caverns, a show cave with year-round tours, a campground, antique mall, and rock shop that has been open since the 1920s.

Because Glenvar is small, many residents look to nearby Salem and Roanoke for larger events, hotels, and special venues. That is where Bent Oaks Manor in Old Southwest Roanoke fits in.

Why GlenvarResidents Choose Bent Oaks Manor (in Roanoke)

From Glenvar, getting to Bent Oaks Manor in Roanoke is simple. You drive east toward Salem, then into Roanoke. Most people can make the trip in about 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic and where they start. This short drive gives you a fresh setting for your wedding or event, but your family and friends aren’t traveling far.

Glenvar itself is mostly homes, schools, churches, and a few businesses. It doesn’t have many venues with overnight lodging on site. Bent Oaks Manor gives Glenvar residents access to:

- A historic manor house in Old Southwest Roanoke

- Indoor rooms for dinners, ceremonies, and getting ready

- Outdoor courtyard and garden areas for gatherings

- Space that can work for 5–120 guests, depending on setup

For couples and families in Glenvar, this opens up event ideas that might not fit easily in local halls or church spaces. Bent Oaks Manor can host your rehearsal, ceremony, reception, and lodging all in one place. You can bring your own vendors or use trusted local partners; there are no forced catering or décor packages.

Live in Glenvar? Plan Your Stay in Roanoke!

If you have relatives coming in from outside Roanoke County, they can stay right at the manor. Bent Oaks offers five bedrooms and can sleep 13–15 guests on site. That is perfect for grandparents, the wedding party, or friends who want to stay close rather than driving back to Glenvar or Salem late at night.

Why Bent Oaks Manor Guests Love Visiting Glenvar

Many guests who come to Bent Oaks Manor for a wedding or special event enjoy seeing more of Roanoke County, and Glenvar is a natural part of that visit. It gives them a look at “where mountains meet everyday life” on the west side of the valley. A short ride from Roanoke takes them past views of Poor Mountain and Fort Lewis Mountain, the Roanoke River, and the Glenvar schools campus along Malus Drive.

Guests can explore Glenvar Village on West Main Street, stop by the Glenvar Library, or notice the long-time presence of Richfield Living and local churches that anchor the community. For outdoor time, they can head to Green Hill Park to walk the riverfront greenway, fish, watch sports, or let kids enjoy the playground and dog park.

Whether your guests are here for the weekend or just a day, pairing a beautiful event at Bent Oaks with a drive through Glenvar lets them see a quieter, scenic side of Roanoke County.

Guests who travel to Roanoke for an event at Bent Oaks Manor often enjoy taking a side trip to Forest, VA, a peaceful, green community full of history and small-town charm. The drive from Roanoke to Forest winds through the Blue Ridge countryside, making for a beautiful outing before or after your event.

Forest is best known as the home of Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, one of Virginia’s most important historic homes. Visitors can tour the octagonal retreat Jefferson designed himself, explore the gardens and walking trails, and attend year-round programs like candlelight tours, wine festivals, and hands-on history days. Just a few minutes away sits Elk Hill, a preserved 18th-century Federal-style home, and London Downs Golf Club, a well-kept course popular with both locals and visitors.

Food lovers will find several local favorites worth the drive, like Iron & Ale Bistro, Benjamin’s Restaurant, and Apocalypse Cidery & Winery, all offering cozy, welcoming atmospheres. Antique fans can browse Peddler Antiques or smaller shops along Route 221 for one-of-a-kind finds. In short, Forest combines the quiet charm of a Bedford County town with plenty of ways to spend a relaxing day exploring, eating, and enjoying Virginia’s countryside.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Forest offers scenic drives, hiking trails, and picnic spots that capture the area’s relaxed rural feel. Guests can paddle on nearby lakes, explore routes that lead toward Peaks of Otter, or enjoy peaceful walks along forested back roads. The Forest Farmer’s Market operates most of the year, featuring local produce, handmade goods, and live music — a favorite weekend stop for both residents and travelers.

FAQs From Glenvar Residents Hosting Events at Bent Oaks Manor

What types of events does Bent Oaks Manor host for Glenvar residents?

Bent Oaks Manor hosts weddings, elopements, engagement parties, showers, birthday parties, reunions, corporate events, and photo sessions. It works well for both small and mid-sized events.

How far is Bent Oaks Manor from Glenvar, VA?

The drive from Glenvar to Bent Oaks Manor is usually about 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic and your exact starting point. Most guests come in along West Main Street and into Roanoke.

Does Bent Oaks Manor offer lodging for Glenvar events?

Yes. Bent Oaks Manor has five bedrooms that can sleep about 13–15 guests. This is helpful for out-of-town family and for wedding parties who want to stay on site.

How many guests can Bent Oaks Manor accommodate?

For indoor seated dinners, the venue works best with up to about 40 guests. Indoor cocktail-style events can host around 75 guests. When you use both the house and outdoor courtyard with a tent, you can host up to about 120 guests.

Is Bent Oaks Manor flexible with vendors?

Yes. You can bring your own caterers, planners, florists, and photographers, including vendors based in Glenvar, Salem, or anywhere in the Roanoke region. There is also a recommended vendor list available if you want suggestions.