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Reception
$3,995 starting price
Reception
$3,995 starting price

About

An intimate wedding venue in Stanardsville, Virginia, Golden Horseshoe Inn specializes in all-inclusive intimate weddings and micro weddings. A part of the wedding industry since 2008, the venue assists those couples in the Stanardsville, Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, DC areas. Golden Horseshoe Inn is the perfect choice for couples looking to embrace simplicity!

Facilities and Capacity
Golden Horseshoe Inn offers all inclusive intimate and micro wedding packages. The venue can host up to 70 guests.

Services Offered
Those who choose Golden Horseshoe Inn to service their special day benefit from a variety of amenities. Their services include:

  • Event planning
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Indoor & outdoor settings
  • Outside vendors
  • Cake cutting
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Server(s)


Other Facilities
Golden Horseshoe Inn couples may also benefit from the following wedding-event facilities:

  • Ceremony
  • Reception


Other Services
The following transportation and access-related services are provided to all guests:

  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access


History
Built in 1827, the Golden Horseshoe Inn originally served as a stagecoach inn for travelers crossing through the Swift Run Gap of the Blue Ridge Mountains. During the Civil War, Stonewall Jackson utilized the space as an office while troops camped in the valley.


Location
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Golden Horseshoe Inn is located approximately two miles east of Skyline Drive's Swift Run Gap entrance and five miles west of Stanardsville.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,995

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,995

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
194 Reviews
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100% Recommended by couples

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Mikayla C. Married on 08/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Truly the very best at what they do

Heather and her team made our day a dream come true. They made planning a breeze and worked with us the whole way to make sure the day was exactly as we wanted it. They were so warm and kind, and they all made the day so special. They wanted the day to go just as wonderfully as we did, and it showed in everything that they did. I am forever grateful to everyone involved at the golden horseshoe for giving us our picture perfect wedding.
Mary
Mary J. Married on 08/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend GHI for the perfect micro wedding

Heather and her team exceeded our expectations. They listened to what we wanted and followed through to make sure every little detail was absolutely perfect. It was so nice to walk into the venue on the morning of our wedding and see it set up without having to lift a finger. It took all the stress out of planning a wedding and allowed us to focus on the fun details. In addition to the wedding details, the photos are incredible. The way Heather captured the details really tells a story and will allow us to relive this day forever. The mountain photoshoot was probably my favorite part of the day. Though it wasn’t the original plan, we decided to do it prior to the wedding so our guests wouldn’t have to wait. Having the private first look and that time alone together provided the perfect opportunity for us to have an intimate experience to enjoy each other before our family and friends arrived. Since our big day, we have had so many friends and family members comment on how nice the venue was and what an exceptional job Heather, Monique, and the rest of the staff did to make sure everything and everyone was well taken care of. We wanted a Micro Wedding without sacrificing the special moments, and GHI gave us exactly what we were looking for.

View full blog post of our wedding on GHI site:https://goldenhorseshoeinn.com/virginia-micro-wedding-mary-andrew-8-13-23/
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Jeanette B. Married on 08/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

GHI was amazing! Highly recommend.

Our day was perfect! Heather. Monique, and the whole crew handled almost everything. They knew what would likely not go as planned and was ready. Heather took amazing pictures. This place is just as beautiful and amazing as the website makes it look.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Blue Ridge Cafe & Catering Blue Ridge Cafe & Catering Wedding Caterers

We always enjoy catering at the Golden Horseshoe Inn; the venue is an adorable, charming, romantic setting right outside Shenandoah National Forest. Heather Tusing and her staff are an absolute pleasure to work with to create an individualized approach to your "special day." Their attention to detail and customer satisfaction is of utmost importance. If you're planning a smaller wedding, 70 or less, you need to book with Heather!

On Location Bridal by Judy Hayward On Location Bridal by Judy Hayward Wedding Hair & Makeup

One of my all time favorite venues. Attention to detail, personalized, artistic, soft elegance, beautiful, creative, experienced. Heather is a true gem as well.

Virginia Schweninger, Harpist Virginia Schweninger, Harpist Wedding Musicians

When I play my harp for a wedding at the Golden Horseshoe Inn, I always look forward to a relaxed and well-planned event that might have been pulled out of a movie. The beautiful mountains, the historic home, the quiet intimate setting and the friendly team of professionals all pull together to create a truly magical experience for all!

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Golden Horseshoe Inn frequently asked questions

Golden Horseshoe Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Golden Horseshoe Inn includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The space offered by Golden Horseshoe Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
Golden Horseshoe Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Golden Horseshoe Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Golden Horseshoe Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Golden Horseshoe Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Golden Horseshoe Inn is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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