Imagine the wedding of your dreams on a plantation in Orange, Virginia, were life harkens to a quieter, more sensitive time. Its old-world charm will seduce you. Its deliberate low-keyed lifestyle will refresh you.  And its understated elegance will enchant you.  An unspoiled countryside setting offers breathtaking views that haven't changed in centuries.  You'll feast your eyes on a background of the Blue Ridge Mountains, acres of lawns shaded by ancient trees, Victorian gardens with boxwood and magnolias from a bygone era.  You'll find Orange captivating enough to please the most discerning as well as the most discriminating bride. Your wedding here will truly be an escape from the ordinary.

Wedding Ceremony and Reception Sites

	Willow Grove Inn. An 18th century plantation manor home on 37 acres, Willow Grove is the perfect place for your wedding and/or reception. The inn  has twelve guest areas, a gourmet restaurant and an 18th century English tavern. A Victorian garden is the perfect spot for a wedding ceremony. A tented brick terrace is ideal for a reception, no matter the weather. The inn is furnished in 18th and 19th century American and English antiques. Angela Mulloy, Willow Grove's owner, will assure your every desire is met. Just click on the photo to see how wonderful your wedding at Willow Grove can be.
	Winter Wedding Weekend. Click on the punch bowl for information about our Fabulous Romantic Winter Wedding Weekend Package.

Beauty 

Flowers

Anastasia Florals. Staci Young believes your special occasion deserves special attention. She offers exceptional floral designs, giving the attention to every detail you expect for your wedding. Staci's specialty is large- and small-scale outdoor tented weddings and receptions inspiredd simply the the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Her creativity will assure you exceptional floral designs withthe attention to every detail you expect for your wedding. 207 South Main Street, Gordonsville. 540-832-0225

Lacy's Florist. For unparalleled floral design, be sure to see Sharon Chewning, the owner of Lacy's Florist. Sharon, who  has been helping brides plan their wedding flowers for more than 30 years, will help you design the entire look for your day--from your bouquets and boutonnieres to your table arrangements to your tent and trellis decorations. 120 West Main street, Orange. 540-672-4311

Music

Elaine Tucker. Elaine, an accomplished pianist and vocalist, will work with you to put together whatever type of music you prefer--from a small country combo to a big band. Her husband Joe is a professional musician and has played with many different groups in the Charlottesville, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., areas. This association allows him to bring together many different musicians to assure your group will be exactly what you desire. Palmyra. 434-295-2262

Traveling Tunes. If your preference for music is a disc jockey, Gordon Hahn is a great choice. His repertoire of CD's is unending, and he will even bring a bubble machine to add magic to your first dance or departure. Charlottesville. 434-971-8497.

Photography

	Allegra's Studio. Allegra's creates award-winning photography with a passion for life's special moments and extraordinary detail. She specializes in black and white photography with an emphasis on documentary or photojournalistic style. Charlottesville. 434-384-0138
	Christiana and Piacesi Studios. Tony Christiana and Bill Piacesi specialize in wedding photography. Both have Master  of Photography degrees, and their studio is one of only three studios in Virginia with two master photographers. Catlett. 800-221-0730

Tuxedo Rentals

Lacy's Florist. Sharon Chewning also offers a full line of tuxedos from Mitchells. She will order them for you, deliver them and pick them up, thereby alleviating one more level of stress from your day. 120 West Main Street, Orange. 540-672-4311