We stayed one night at Prospect Hill in Louisa, Va to celebrate our 69th wedding anniversary. The…read moreowners were very accommodating and the food was outstanding. We would like to return sometime and highly recommend it. George and Joann O.

My husband and I recently got married at Prospect Hill Inn. While the ceremony was beautiful and…read morethe venue has charm, the experience leading up to and during our wedding day was incredibly stressful due to poor communication, unfulfilled promises, and a total lack of professional coordination. We chose this intimate venue for a low-stress experience, but we felt like a low priority and were blamed for every issue. Before we paid our deposit, communication with T was fantastic. Afterward, replies went from taking hours to taking weeks. Though coordination was explicitly included, T failed to deliver: No Communication/Direction: T ignored late-night texts about the fire pit, leaving my husband to build it. On the wedding day, no one directed guests or vendors; I had to meet people in the parking lot. Timeline Failures: Our 5:00 PM ceremony started late because no one tracked the timeline or gathered the groom. T then rushed us through everything else to hit a strict 7:00 PM dinner, cutting into our photography. Poor Hospitality: In 90-degree heat, we had to make six trips to haul bags to our cottage with no help or golf cart offered. Later, staff refused to let guests (including older family) sit down or get a drink before we entered. During a rushed photo session, T inappropriately interrupted to complain about our guest book pens. The Flowers & Charms: Friday, I gave T a labeled bag. My mom explicitly asked her to attach 4 sentimental charms of my late grandparents to my bouquet. T agreed. By 3:50 PM Saturday, I had no flowers. T was entirely off-property, forcing my mom to hunt down the bouquet. When found, the charms were missing. T arrived late, blamed others, and told me to attach them myself while in my wedding dress. The groom's boutonnieres also arrived Friday and were brown and wilted by ceremony time. Blame & Broken Promises: The AC: When the AC broke in my parents' room, T instantly accused us: "You must have blown a fuse." Dances: T acted visibly annoyed by our first and parent dances, though they were explicitly scheduled. The Grounds: Promised winter hydrangeas and wildflower hills were actually zero bushes and pure dirt. Hidden Fees & Perks: T forgot our cake design details multiple times. Souvenir flutes contractually promised were never received. We were charged a surprise $21 fee for cottage breakfast delivery. When we asked to put our refund on a different card, they fought us before reluctantly writing a check. The Menu: Food quality didn't match prior menus. We were never shown the breakfast menu, yet T snapped at my husband for asking for ketchup and blamed us for not changing a menu we never saw. To top it off, our marriage certificate arrived with my name misspelled and the wrong date. T never offered a single compliment on the wedding day and didn't even say goodbye at checkout. Our wedding was beautiful solely because our 11 guests stepped up to run it. Future couples: what is promised in the sales pitch is not what is delivered. Get every syllable in writing.

I decided to turn my Sunday into a mid-day siesta escape, heading to the mountains with my aunt and…read moregodmother to finally experience Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Snow may have covered the ground, but between the stunning aesthetic, incredible wine, and delicious food, I am officially SOLD. This spot has earned a place in my top 5 wineries! From the moment we arrived, the hostess and waitstaff were attentive, welcoming, and full of recommendations. I went with a wine flight (because variety is a must!), and every pour was a hit. As for the food? We indulged in pasta, sliders, short-rib grilled cheese, truffle fries, and a charcuterie board everything was absolutely mouthwatering. We ate, we sipped, and we were very merry! I'm already counting down to a summer return so I can soak in those breathtaking mountain views from the patio.

Pippin is poppin! One of the most gorgeous wineries in Virginia. The grounds were beautiful and…read moreeven though the hydrangeas were fading, it still looked pretty! The inside was spacious and comfortable. Loved the shiplap, the wood floors, the purse hooks on the bar, the patio with the stone and tile floor, the exposed beams, and the welcoming front entryway! We not only did the tasting, where one wine was better than the next; But the food was incredible as was the impeccable service! We did the red flight of wines, and I also had some rosé. We particularly favored the cannon red and the Cabernet franc. Our food was excellent; a the dishes they were served upon were lovely! My hubby got the roasted Brussels sprouts, my daughter chose the tomato basil soup, and we all shared a well designed charcuterie board! We left nary a morsel behind! The manager was so kind and generous, asking us to return and sharing the best times to come! He gave us some background information on the area and gave us a mini tour! This vineyard and farm is well worth visiting, making it a memorable destination!!

This was such a great place to have a birthday party. Unfortunately, they closed permanently early…read morein the pandemic.

We had our daughter's fourth birthday party here! It was amazing. The owner is so kind,…read moreaccommodating and welcoming. It is really organized and the staff is so friendly and professional. The only thing I dislike more than kids birthday parties is planning them! They made planning this party an absolute breeze. When you book the party they send you an information packet which also contains free invitations you can fill out and distribute. You have the choice to bring your own food to the event and pay less for the party of have them order pizza. The pizza they order is from Maria's Italian restaurant and is DELICIOUS. They provide drinks, either soda or juice boxes, we went with juice boxes and they also provide pitches of water. They provide all plates, cups and utensils and serve all of it for you. The only thing we brought was the cake and some chips and snack type things for the kids who don't like pizza. The cake I had made was huge and really intricate. I was worried it would get messed up. So after picking it up around noon I called them asking if I could bring the cake over early and they happily obliged. They even met me out front of the place to help me bring it inside because it was pouring raining! I cannot say anything bad about this place....well besides the fact they don't serve wine or beer The place has a play area in one large room and a party area in another large room. The play area has inflatables, ride on toys, bounce areas, and some other neat things like a hamster ball and a orbit looking thing. So you play for an hour and then move to the other side for pizza, cake and party stuff. The party side also has arcade games and ride on toys that are motorized so no one gets bored! It was an awesome experience and I plan to have many more parties here for my kids in the future! HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Eli's! Wonderful place, great staff! Exceptionally nice owner! I cannot say anything bad about this place!!! My daughter and son had an amazing time and my daughter said when we left it was the best party ever!!!

We really enjoyed our wine, blueberry cider, and food at Eastwood! Plus, the staff are friendly…read moreand want to ensure you have a great experience. We enjoyed the Gold Medal Tasting. This assortment had two whites and two reds--all of which earned gold medals at competitions. For lunch, we shared the grilled cheese with apple slices and the Eastwood salad, which included apples, blue cheese, nuts, and mixed greens. All were delightful. The tasting room has a warm vibe of a country gathering place with tables, a bar, and a stage. They also have outside seating. Their fermentation room has a glass wall that looks into the tasting room so you can see the tanks. Eastwood is located not far from Monticello and other wineries in the area. I recommend it as a definite stop on any wine outing.

A friend and I stopped here on a recent trip to Charlottesville. I was surprised by the number of…read morefamilies with children, as this is not something I'm accustomed to from living in Washington state for many years. We walked inside and found a great space that included a bar, ample seating, and a stage, where a singer was getting ready to perform. I decided on the White Reserve Tasting, and was able to swap out the oaky chardonnay for the Woodland White blend. My friend and I got a table outside as the weather was nice. We enjoyed our wine and people (and dog) watching. My favorites were the 2024 Viognier and the Woodland White. The 2024 Petit Manseng was good, but a bit tart, and the Artist White blend was too dry for my liking. This is a great winery that you should visit when in the area, that's both kid and dog friendly.

My friends and I came here on a Saturday afternoon, and it wasn't too busy. Really cute winery with…read moreindoor and outdoor seating options. They're dog friendly too and have water bowls for the fur babies! We sat outside because it was so nice out. There's seating on their deck area that's outdoors but there's also tables down by the pond which is nice. I did the 2023 vino white wine which was delicious, it's more of a sweet wine which I prefer. My friend did the chardonnay which she said was good. The ladies serving us were very nice as well. Would definitely come back! Also lots of parking options

Probably the most unique vineyard we've ever visited. Unique indoor greenhouse--beware of…read moremosquitos! Disappointed to be eaten alive while seated inside. We did not love the wines but the Pineapple gose was delicious!

Absolutely gorgeous view and architecture! I loved the wine there and the bottles are very…read morereasonably priced.

View was phenomenal. Wines were 2*. There was also an apple cider and that one was really good. I…read morewould go back for the cider and amazing views, not for the wine

We used the photo booth of Charlottesville for our wedding in Orange VA this weekend and it was a…read morehuge hit. We wanted to have a parting gift that was more meaningful than say homemade jelly or candles etc. The photo booth allowed us to give the guests an added experience and captured memories. The guests raved about the photo strips and the dress up stuff. Plus we got copies too! They even make the photos available online for posting afterwards. We just had the event, so we haven't gotten the online ones yet. Wouldn't you know it though, a ton of people took photos of the strips with their phones and posted in FB. They are hilarious to look at. Nate was incredibly professional and the service was impeccable. Super reasonable price. Highly recommend!

I never even heard of photo booth but ran across it in Groupon. I searched for someone near our…read morewedding site in Barboursville and there was Photo booth of Charlottesville! I was able to work with Nate and get a price that matched the Groupon prices. It was a last minute decision and Nate booked us a few days before the wedding! It was the best decision we made. I thought I was getting it to keep the kids entertained but all of our guests really enjoyed it. It was a major hit! Even Nate and his wife jumped in some photos with our guests! I have great pictures to take home for my scrapbook and posted some online. Photobooth allowed us to capture our guests truly having a great time and left us with lasting tangible memories and great take aways for the guests! We received a copy of every photo taken in the booth so we could enjoy them right away and now waiting for the USB with all the pix in soft copy. I would hire Nate for all of our future parties. His energy level and professionalism were outstanding. I highly recommend Photo booth of Charlottesville!!

We are thrilled to share another wonderful experience at this venue! In early May, Community…read moreInvestment Collaborative hosted our Spring Luncheon here for the second year, and it was outstanding from start to finish. Brent and Grace were exceptionally attentive, ensuring the room was perfectly arranged with seamless audio and visual capabilities and plenty of space for our catering team. The facility is beautifully maintained and exudes professionalism at every turn. We cannot recommend this space enough for any organization looking to host a memorable, polished event!