Booking GHI for our wedding was the absolute best decision! They exceeded our already high expectations for an all inclusive venue. We were able to plan our wedding in less than 4 months; from the beginning, Heather was so fun to work with. She has a personality that just exudes excitement for you and your day in a way that is contagious - you can't talk to her without becoming giddy about the day you are planning together. She answered all our questions and helped us to organize our vision for the day-of; she was so helpful and fun that we booked our date before we ever toured GHI! Our coordination meeting was the first time we actually saw the venue, and we were able to realize how great of a decision we made. Monique and Heather were solely focused on what we, as the couple, wanted for our day. They were attuned to our style, personality, and goals. They also considered details that I never would have thought of myself, both in style and in guest experience and safety/health (e.g., magnetic vs pin boutonnière). They cared so much to even ask about any guests with special considerations, physically or emotionally, and kept detailed track of anything and everything we told them. Booking with GHI allowed me to only focus on what I really wanted to, which was finding my dress, getting together a guest list, and arranging guests at tables. Otherwise, they handled it (according to what we had picked out)! At the coordination meeting we sat down, pointed at what we did and didn't like from a look-book, and from there it was all handled. It was so fun on the day-of to show up and have everything just be together, beautiful, and exactly like we had pictured it! Getting to surprise ourselves with what the flowers exactly looked like (we gave generally what we liked, but you don't pick and approve exactly the arrangement), how the tables came together, etc. was so fun. Monique and Heather on the day-of were still so extremely focused on making sure everyone, but especially my husband and I, had a good time. For example, it was cold and rainy on our day, and once we came inside following our outside photos Monique had a cup of coffee in my hands before I could even sit down! Similarly, following our ceremony she had a water in my hand before I could get anywhere! Monique even gave both my husband and I a small "coaching" session before the ceremony, where she hyped us up and simultaneously calmed us down, reminding us it wasn't a performance and it was about us! The entire day I felt so pampered and cared for by them. Beyond that, Monique showed her genuine care and concern for our guests. For example, one friend of mine was pregnant, and I happened to seat her at our last table to be served food (oops!), but Monique had already asked her which dessert she really wanted and, when their table was called, pulled her to the front and had set some aside just for her to make sure she got what she wanted! Decor-wise, we had some semi-specific ideas, like for our wedding favors (coffee mugs), that Monique was able to take and run with and completely execute it to our vision. In addition, Heather was an energetic, uplifting, and committed photographer; by committed, I mean she ran around in the rain with us to get photos so that we could have those memories! As someone who can be a bit photo-shy, Heather pumped me up so much that I couldn't help but to pose and smile and enjoy the attention. Heather was attentive all throughout the day to what photos we wanted, what would look good, and helping tell us where to stand, how to move, etc. - all without being overwhelming or pushy. We are two months out and both of our families are still talking about how wonderful it was, how easy it was for them, and how much they loved Monique and Heather! I agree, and am so glad to have been able to fully enjoy my wedding planning and my wedding day. We are so in love with our photos and frequently talk about how much fun we had on our day; even in all the rain! We would recommend GHI over and over again!

The Golden Horseshoe is a hidden gem nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Standardsville, VA. I couldn’t be more thankful that we found this venue for my daughter’s wedding. Monique and Heather, the heart and soul of The Golden Horseshoe, orchestrated a wedding that was nothing short of magical. Their dedication and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of Cassie and Jancalo's special day was flawless, leaving them free to enjoy their day without a care in the world. Monique's expert coordination kept the day running seamlessly, ensuring that every moment unfolded just as Cassie and Jancalo had envisioned. And Heather took the most breathtaking photographs, preserving memories that Cassie and Jancalo will cherish for a lifetime. This place should be at the top of any newly engaged couple’s list of venues. Many happy memories were made and it was a great way for Cassie and Jancalo to begin their married life together.

We cannot say enough good things about the Golden Horseshoe Inn. Heather and Monique do an amazing job at understanding the vibe you want for your wedding. It was as simple as giving Heather our wedding colors and she put together decor that we absolutely loved. I never worried for one second that the venue wasn’t going to be decorated to my liking, they have quite an eye for the details. The day of the wedding, they were so great. They took care of our every need and truly served us. They made our special day even more magical. We highly recommend them for your wedding venue!