Catoctin Hall at Musket Ridge Reviews

Our wedding in May was the most wonderful experience thanks to Catoctin Hall! Viki was our day of coordinator and she, alongside the team, did everything. We truly did not have to lift a finger. One of the biggest selling points for us in choosing this venue was that there was a team already in place. The food was incredible, the bar tenders were fast, and the wait staff were so sweet and polite.

Another large selling point was obviously how gorgeous the venue itself is. The views are stunning, and the ceremony space took our breath away the first time we saw it. On our wedding day, it was forecasted to rain. After some back and forth we decided to go for it and have the ceremony outside. The team then ran around making sure everything was ready. They had umbrellas on hand just in case, golf carts to get people back up to the hall quickly and had everyone in their seats by 5:00 on the dot. Our ceremony ended and we got everyone up to cocktail hour before it started raining buckets. If we had been 5 minutes behind it would have rained on everyone. But Viki was so on top of everything that it ended up timing perfectly!

I could go on and on about them because we could not have asked for a better experience. Our guests are still raving about how amazing everything was. The team made our day so special, and we will always be grateful!

My April 2023 wedding was what I had always dreamed of thanks to Catoctin Hall at Musket Ridge. The views are stunning with so many different options for portraits. The natural beauty of the venue and ceremony site (think lots of gorgeous flowers!) also meant less legwork for our florist, and less cost for us. But what sold us was the rain backup plans. They not only have the indoor ceremony option, but they have a large covered patio that's a perfect option for those moderate rainy days--but that still allows for gorgeous views.
The venue also has updated amenities with new flooring and twinkle lights on the large patio for cocktail hour. We also made use of both the groom and bridal suites, which worked perfect for us.
Catoctin provides both food and alcohol which made everything so easy for us. With the bar package we chose, we were able to do signature drinks at no extra cost as well as select some of our preferred draft beers! The food was also really fun and delicious with big portions which guests appreciated.
The event coordinator Viki was wonderful, always remembered everything we had gone over--no matter how flustered I was in my communication! She made herself easily available and ultimately I knew she wanted the wedding to be the best it could be. When we mentioned the idea of bringing my husband's parents to the venue so they could see it, she made herself available that day and even provided a mini-walkthrough for them. I was especially appreciative of Viki and the staff's excellent help after the wedding during cleanup. We were prepared to stay and help gather leftover items, gifts, etc. But by the time the lights came on, practically everything had already been done for us.
Also, I very much appreciated their vendor list. We couldn't use them all, but the ones we did use were excellent and I think that reflected highly on Catoctin as well.
The tour was also easily the best tour I had in venue hunting. The Sales Manager Melody was professional and prepared and provided a personalized tour, pictures on iPad included, so that we could really envision the entire wedding. She absolutely sold the venue for us and we knew we'd only be working with great people.
We were also provided a dedicated bridal attendant which was something I never knew I needed! The only reason I ate or drank anything that day is because of the lovely attendant who was always looking out for me :)
Catoctin Hall and Viki made everything easy and elegant. The staff clearly knows what works best for weddings and is dedicated to taking the hard work away from the couple in the lead up to, and day of the wedding. I can absolutely 10/10 recommend!

Married on September 30, 2022

We just got married at Musket Ridge last week and everything was absolutely amazing!! The views are beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff was incredible to work with. Viki was our main point of contact and she was SO helpful throughout the whole process. She made sure everything ran smoothly, and we didn't have to worry about anything the day of! We had to move the ceremony to the terrace at the last minute due to rain, but Viki helped keep me calm and made sure everything was just as beautiful.
I would recommend this venue to anyone - it was simply beautiful and we had the perfect day!!

You really can’t beat the mountains or the sunsets at Musket Ridge. Viki and Melody helped my husband and I to create the perfect day. The ballroom was gorgeous with an abundance of natural light during daylight hours. In the evening it has a very romantic feel. Especially the outdoor fire pit! To top it off the food was delicious and the guests were very outspoken about how much they enjoyed their meals.

Amazing! Everyone at Catoctin Hall was incredible to work with. Viki was our point person with planning and our day of person Caitlyn was just the most wonderful and helpful! We had an amazing time and so did all of our guests! Catoctin Hall helped us through a postponement from July 2021 to July 2022. They made sure everything was setup according to our plan and had so many staff members on hand to help. I had such sweet bridal attendants helping me with my dress train and bouquets. Then at the end of the night so many staff members were there to help gather all of our personal decor items and helped my family pack them into the car. Everything down to the last detail was planned and thought through. Thank you doesn't cover it. Choosing the right venue is the biggest decision and Catoctin Hall made it the easiest decision.

Katie and Wesley
7/23/22

The most beautiful wedding venue ever! We had to postpone our wedding due to covid, but recently had our wedding and it was perfect! Melody helped us over the years and she is truly a gem. So sweet and answered all questions in a timely manner. On the day of the wedding, the room was set up beautifully. Bev the bridal attendant always made sure we had something to eat or drink. Viki and her team helped make the day go so smoothly. Not to mention the views are stunning! It was hard to keep everyone seated for dinner they all ran outside to admire the sunset. Highly recommend

We had a wonderful experience working with Musket Ridge. Viki was the most amazing event coordinator and was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. We highly recommend getting married at Musket Ridge!

From the moment we visited Musket Ridge we knew this was where we wanted to get married! The first visit with Melody made us feel warm and welcome and gave us all the important information you don't even know you need when checking out wedding venues! We worked with Viki through the wedding planning process and she is truly a miracle worker!!! Viki knows exactly what to do and when to do it and from the moment we met her in person, I knew we were going to have a stress-free wedding!! She made us feel special, heard, and worked with us to make our wedding vision come true. From the jaw-dropping views, to the incredible food, to the family-like hospitality, Musket Ridge has it all and my husband and I feel so proud and lucky to have been married here!

We had the most amazing wedding at Musket Ridge in April! The venue, the views, the staff, and the food were all amazing and made our wedding day so perfect! Our guests are still talking about how beautiful the wedding was and how delicious the food was! We truly had the best day and could not have asked for a more beautiful venue.
Viki was so amazing to work with and helped us so much on our wedding day and prepping beforehand.
I would recommend this venue to anyone - it was absolutely perfect and beyond beautiful! We couldn't have asked for anything better.

Musket ridge is by far the most beautiful and professional venue in the area! Susie and her staff surpassed my expectations for my dream wedding! They made it so easy! They made sure everything was in place, so all we had to do was show up and enjoy our day! They are also extremely flexible with the weather. They gave us extra time to decide in order to have our dream outdoor ceremony! Look no further, Musket Ridge is the one!!

We absolutely loved working with Musket Ridge! Everyone on the team is fantastic and helped make our day seamless and stress free! Susie is lovely and so helpful! We did our rehearsal dinner there and the food was amazing! Did I mention the stations were amazing too! We had so many stories from our guest about the pasta chef! Overall we wouldn’t have changed anything!

As a photographer, this was a beautiful venue to work at! Grounds are big for different backdrops and the scenery is amazing, especially a sunset. very helpful staff as well.
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Catoctin Hall at Musket Ridge has it all—I mean ALL. Melody blew us away with her personality, professionalism, and she is honestly the sweetest person we came across in our search for the perfect venue. Susie was our day-of coordinator and she does not miss a beat. She executed everything she wanted, and we loved getting to know her. Susie has decades of experience and has seen it all. She was able to answer any question we had and gave suggestions on certain aspects of the day.

My wedding day started on time and was executed perfectly. The flow was impeccable. The ceremony began right on time, cocktail hour was there to entertain hour guests during photos, everyone ate dinner at the same exact time, and we danced the night away ending with sparklers.

The food and drinks are to die for, and I cannot wait to attend someone else’s wedding here because it was so good. The only thing I would change is the carpet in the dining area, but they got rid of that and it is now replaced with beautiful wood floors.

Our family & friends still rave about our wedding and we got married one year ago. It truly was the perfect venue with the perfect staff. I can’t thank everyone enough for making our day one to remember for the rest of our lives.

Just had a fabulous wedding at Musket Ridge - everyone was so nice, attentive, and organized! Susie and the Musket team have weddings down to a science, where everything runs smoothly and care free. My wedding had rain in the forecast and for every frantic email or worry - Susie was there supporting and easing my worries. Luckily we were blessed with a beautiful day and no rain. When we had last minute RSVP issues and switches - there were no issues and Susie always got back to us in a timely manner. We did have a small problem where there was a mix up with our catering company and we were missing a birthday cake for my new sister in law - Susie contacted them and handled it perfectly. The cake arrived and the worry was gone.
I cannot recommend Musket Ridge enough. Beyond the service, the food is amazing!! All of our guests were raving about everything - you can't go wrong with any choice. Musket Ridge is a beautiful, well kept venue that is perfect and picturesque for weddings.

Susie and her staff were such a pleasure to work with! She made the wedding planning such a breeze for us. The food and aesthetics of the venue were such a hit with our guests- and largely why we chose Musket Ridge. Susie also did very well with keeping us updated on the local COVID guidelines and protocols. My husband and I could not have chosen a better venue to get married!! We only wish it hadn’t poured rain on our wedding day!

Cant begin to describe how amazing Susie and her team are at Catoctin Hall! Planning a wedding from out of town is definitely not an easy task and an inclusive venue was top on my list of "musts". From the time my husband and I stepped out of the car we were blown away by CH@MR. The ceremony space, reception hall, and views are gorgeous! Any request my husband and I had, they made happen. We didnt have to worry about a thing the day of our wedding. Not even getting our own drinks! Susie's attention to detail is SPOT ON and her flexibility to accommodate last minute requests was fantastic. We had an absolutely beautiful day to go along with the beautiful grounds at CH@MR. The food was amazing and all of our guests raved about their meals and the ample portion sizes. The night flowed so smoothly and my husband and I were able to enjoy the night with our guests.

We are so happy we chose to have our wedding at Musket Ridge! Not only are the mountain views stunningly beautiful, but the food was absolutely amazing (and we had tons of it)! The staff was so incredibly kind and beyond helpful! From last minute hemming of dresses, to coordinating fireworks, to sending us home with extra meals to enjoy later that night, they made sure that every part of our day was absolutely perfect! Thank you!

*Photo Credit: Emerald Stone Photography

My fiance and I visited several local venues for our wedding. The moment we walked into this venue, we knew this was the perfect place for our wedding. The wedding coordinator, Susie, outdid herself. Everything from the food, ceremony space, and reception room was Perfect.

Musket Ridge was the only venue that I visited when planning our wedding. I knew from the moment that I set foot in the grounds and met with the staff that this was who I wanted to work with, and we were not disappointed. If you're looking for a venue that will take care of EVERYTHING for you on your wedding day, with amazing views, look no further!

Musket Ridge blew our expectations for a wedding! From the moment my husband and I stepped foot into the venue, we knew this was where we wanted to have our dream wedding. The views are stunning and the outdoor ceremony site and the ballroom are just as beautiful. We had a long engagement, and book pretty early on. Susie was great the entire time! So accommodating with our requests and just an overall pleasure to work with. On the day of, Susie and Vicki were great at keeping us on time and making sure the day ran smoothly. The food and drinks were fantastic and the staff was great. You cannot go wrong with booking this venue!

When our daughter got engaged we made a list of venues to look at. Musket Ridge was our 1st and last stop. Catoctin Hall checked all our boxes and we fell in love and didn’t want to look anywhere else. The ceremony spot is beautiful and covered patio is a perfect cocktail hour space. Stepping into Catoctin Hall is just breathtaking and the views from the huge windows is stunning. Susie was our coordinator and took such great care of us the whole time. For over a year she guided and advised us in planning my daughters special day. Thank you to Susie and everyone at Musket Ridge for giving my daughter the wedding of her dreams.

My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Musket Ridge! The day was so perfect. The staff was very helpful, the venue is beautiful, food is delicious! I am so glad we found this gem!

Musket Ridge Golf Club is a picturesque venue. Our guests commented on the beautiful scenery. Bonnie Swanson, the events sales manager, was very polite and responsive. She outlined the various packages that were available and informed us of military discounts based on my spouse's eligibility. Susie Chalk was our event coordinator and a pleasure to work alongside. She was very flexible and open to our ideas. Also, she was very responsive, transparent and did a phenomenal job. The ceremony and reception setting was beautiful. Susie ensured that I remained stress-free as possible and took care of any hiccups. My spouse and I are very happy with the service provided by the staff throughout the wedding process. I wished had more pictures on my personal phone to truly show what a beautiful evening it was!

My husband and I recently got married at Musket Ridge and had an amazing experience there. From starting out with Bonnie, to working with Susie along the way, every piece of the planning and day went so smoothly and it is all thanks to Musket Ridge and its wonderful staff! Susie is the absolute best and made me feel at ease with what could have been a stressful process, but wasn't thanks to her wonderful planning and communication with everything leading up to the wedding and throughout the wedding day. We fell in love with Musket Ridge the minute that we got there and saw the beautiful scenic views, and truly couldn't have asked for a better experience or wedding day!