HeartRock Retreat & Homestead

The Dinsmore's Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Christopher, or as most know him by the name Ethan, lived overseas in Naples, Italy. He moved with his family to Sigonella, Sicily, where he met Natasha. A recent high school graduate who loved her friends and big adventures! Through the bride's Mother (more on that later), and mutual friends, they met. By the poolside in the hot Sicilian summer of 2019, they both caught crushes for each other swiftly. A few more pool trips and late-night hang-outs around military base housing later. They were inseparable! He followed her to Washington State, coming back to America, and moved in together. Ethan was able to get his associate's degree, and Natasha was able to drag him out on some of their biggest adventures! Natasha then followed Ethan to Virginia, where they lived with his gracious big Italian family. Ethan worked as a chimney sweep while being a full-time student to go on and achieve his bachelor's degree in Psychology. Natasha found her passion in teaching, encouraging children, and helping guide parents through newborn care. She is now a certified Postpartum Doula with over ten years of experience in care. With all that hard work comes reward, for six years, three big moves, and a lot of patience. Ethan and Natasha have been working towards this moment where they could unite and share their love with family and friends.Can not wait to see you there! -Love through Laughter,The Dinsmore's

Our story

Our Story

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Gettin' Hitched!

Hello, 
I'm Natasha and I've been dreaming about this since I was five years old! 

Natasha Estes (Dinsmore)

I've been stressed about this since 2023, and all I get to do is cut the cake!

Christopher Ethan Dinsmore

Best friend of the bride! Angel walked into Natasha's Language Arts class senior year on a random school day, and Natasha forced her to be friends with her since there were only 5 other people in the entire class. They graduated together in Sigonella, Sicily. 6 Years later, they hold all of each other's deepest, darkest secrets and dreams. She's the lady I'd call if we needed to hide a body. If Angel weren't already married to her husband, then that would be Natasha's baby. Angel and her Husband, Sebastian Lara, are currently living in Japan and are expecting their first baby in October of this year!

Angel Devinney

Natasha's oldest childhood family friend! Their close relationship brings each other back to their roots amid their busy adult lives. They were elementary school age when they met, but went to different schools in the same small town in Oak Harbor, WA. They would play with dolls or jump on the trampoline with a sprinkler underneath while their dads were tinkering away in the garage. Current day they never seem to lose contact, sharing daily with each other, early adult life struggles, parenting tips and tricks, and the occasional gossip here and there. Gabby is married to her High school sweetheart, Alex, and they have the most adorable two little gremlins ever! Their family is living in Alaska! 

Gabby  S.

The Bride's sister in- law! Isabella is not just any sister in-law; she is my friend. I love learning the way her brain works, and her views and opinions help me become a better person. She is gifted with intelligence and beauty, and her hardworking nature is already showing itself through her academics, school sports, and many other extracurriculars she excels in. I am so excited and deeply honored to call this confident and successful young woman my sister!

Isabella Naselli

Giovanni is Ethan's stepfather, he has known him since he was five years old! Giovanni is a fire chief in Virginia and an inspirational father. Giovanni is a huge reason Ethan is the man he is today. Giovanni is a great man and role model and Ethan is truly grateful to have him by his side on this special day!

Giovanni Naselli

Gabrielle is the Groom's brother! Gabrielle is graduating from Indian River High School in June of 2025! He is a star soccer player, top ranking student in his academics and a dedicated worker. Gabrielle has committed to Virginia Commonwealth University and will be attending in the fall. Ethan is proud of his brother and fully supports him in life's big adventures!

Gabrielle Naselli

The Bride's Brother! Dylan is a selfless friend, a non-stop worker, and a truly respectful young man. Dylan graduated from Universal Technical Institute in November 2023. Dylan is now a Dad-to-be and excited to welcome baby Estes with his fiancé Becca! The bride and groom are bouncing with joy being able to share these memories with them both.

Dylan Estes

My loving parents, Justen and Tanya, started dating in the 6th grade. After graduating from high school in 1996. Justen enlisted in the Navy, shortly after they were married in Virginia in 1997, where they spent their first few years as newlyweds. They were transferred to Oak Harbor, WA, where they found a place to call home and start a family. They had their firstborn in 2001, a beautiful little girl, which Justen named Natasha Leanne Estes. Just before being transferred to Fallon, NV, they had their second child, a bouncing baby boy, which Natasha named Dylan Michael Estes in 2004. They raised their children to be ambitious, brave, and hardworking.  Teaching them all life's lessons from how to change your own oil and tires and how to treat the people in their lives. Over 28 years later, they are still teaching their family how to be hardworking but to always stop for a soda break and to always play in the mud!

Tanya & Justen Estes

Irene and Giovanni met after he courageously swam across the Atlantic Ocean to get to America from Sicily, Italy. After fighting off a robotic octopus and washing ashore, he ended up finding the love of his life, Irene. Irene was already blessed with a 4-year-old, Ethan, whom Giovanni welcomed little Ethan with open and loving arms. Years later, they had two more children together, Gabriele and Isabella. Together, this family went on great adventures which led them back over seas to Sicily, Italy. They raised their children to be outstanding students, respectful (yet opinionated) individuals, and hard workers. The Naselli's have shown their family and friends how to laugh through hardships and roll with the punches of life. Bringing the love of their big Italian family everywhere they go!

Irene & Giovanni Naselli

William or some know him as "Billy" Is Ethan's father. Billy is serving in the US Navy and soon up for retirement. He and his wife Tanya love their fur babies and going on adventures together! The bride and groom can't wait to share this momentous day with them, and the many more memories to come.

William & Tanya Dinsmore 

Wedding Party

Questions & Answers

Q + A

For any guests that are flying in for the wedding this is the closest airport!

Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport

Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Dining Satisfy your appetite at the motel's coffee shop/cafe. Business Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and a computer station. Free self parking is available onsite. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. George Washington National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Flying Fox Vineyard - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Silverback Distillery - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery - 6.4 km / 4 mi Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi Valley Road Vineyards - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi Veritas Vineyard and Winery - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi Stoney Creek Golf Course - 9 km / 5.6 mi Afton Mountain Vineyards - 9.7 km / 6 mi Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery - 11.3 km / 7 mi Pollak Vineyards - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi Crozet Tunnel - 12.9 km / 8 mi Ruby Canody Gallery - 13.6 km / 8.5 mi Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 14.4 km / 9 mi War Fields - 14.6 km / 9.1 mi The nearest airports are: Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 62 km / 38.5 mi Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 53.4 km / 33.2 mi Location With a stay at Basecamp151 in Afton, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest. This motel is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Wintergreen Resort and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Flying Fox Vineyard. Headline Near Flying Fox Vineyard

Basecamp151

On U.S. Route 29, this Lovingston motel is located 14 miles from the wineries and breweries of the Nelson 151 Trail. The hotel provides access to free Wi-Fi. Wintergreen Ski Resort is 20 miles away. Featuring views of the mountains, the rooms at the Village Inn are complete with air-conditioning and a cable TV. The rooms also have a desk and a private bathroom. Guests staying at the Lovingston Village Inn can get assistance from the 24-hour front desk. Fax and photocopying services are available. There are also vending machines with drinks on-site. The Walton's Mountain Museum is 19 miles from the motel. Hiking trails through the Blue Ridge Mountains are a 23 minute drive away.

Village Inn

Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Business Amenities Free self parking is available onsite. Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Fortune's Cove Preserve - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi Virginia Distillery Museum - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi Virginia Distillery Company - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi George Washington National Forest - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi Flying Fox Vineyard - 11.8 km / 7.4 mi DelFosse Vineyards and Winery - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi Stoney Creek Golf Course - 14.2 km / 8.9 mi Mountain Cove Vineyards - 14.5 km / 9 mi Silverback Distillery - 15.5 km / 9.7 mi Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi Lovingston Winery - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi Oak Ridge Estate - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi Walton's Mountain Museum - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi The nearest airports are: Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 53.9 km / 33.5 mi Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 74.8 km / 46.5 mi Location With a stay at Camp Tidbit in Faber, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Fortune's Cove Preserve and Virginia Distillery Museum. This motel is 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Wintergreen Resort and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery. Headline In Faber

Camp Tidbit

Located in Lovingston, Orchard House Bed and Breakfast is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Lovingston Winery and Blue Mountain Barrel House. This romantic bed &amp; breakfast is 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from Wintergreen Resort and 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from Mountain Cove Vineyards. Pamper yourself with onsite massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this bed &amp; breakfast include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 9 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and ceiling fans, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.

Orchard House B&B

Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed &amp; breakfast include wedding services, a communal living room, and a picnic area. Dining Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Business Amenities Free self parking is available onsite. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.Lovingston Winery - 0.2 km / 0.1 miBlue Mountain Barrel House - 3.8 km / 2.4 miOak Ridge Estate - 4.8 km / 3 miMountain Cove Vineyards - 8.7 km / 5.4 miFortune's Cove Preserve - 9.1 km / 5.6 miVirginia Distillery Museum - 9.5 km / 5.9 miVirginia Distillery Company - 10 km / 6.2 miLake Nelson - 11.1 km / 6.9 miVirginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail - 11.9 km / 7.4 miNaked Mountain State Natural Area Preserve - 12.1 km / 7.5 miRebec Vineyards - 12.2 km / 7.6 miWoodson's Mill - 14.7 km / 9.2 miWinton Country Club - 17.9 km / 11.1 miJames River State Wildlife Management Area - 20.8 km / 12.9 miAmherst County Museum and Historical Society - 21.6 km / 13.5 miThe nearest major airport is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 71.2 km / 44.2 mi Location With a stay at Red Hill Bed and Breakfast in Lovingston, you'll be steps from Lovingston Winery and a 4-minute drive from Blue Mountain Barrel House. This bed &amp; breakfast is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Oak Ridge Estate and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Mountain Cove Vineyards. Headline Near Lovingston Winery

Red Hill Bed and Breakfast

Located in North Garden, The Inn At The Crossroads is in the historical district, a 1-minute drive from Pippin Hill Farm &amp; Vineyards and 7 minutes from Loving Cup Vineyard &amp; Winery. This golf bed &amp; breakfast is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Ragged Branch Distillery and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from University of Virginia. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an attached winery or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this bed &amp; breakfast include complimentary wireless Internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, a library, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9 AM. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Tablet computers and iPod docking stations are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The Crossroads Inn

14 Minute away from the venue.Dog friendly with prior notice.We have a 2 night minimum stay for all stays in The Cloud Cottage.2 or 3 nights $280 per night4 nights or more $269 per nightAdd $25 for 3rd person per nightAdd a one time $25 pet fee

White Pig Bed & Breakfast

44 Min -1 hour drive from the venue, check google for the reviews.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA

43 Minutes away from the venue, check google for the reviews.

 Kimpton: The Forum Hotel

Travel

I'm Hungy.

What you need to know before visting Lovingston Winery:We welcome children, leashed dogs, and outside food.Flights, wine by the glass and bottles are all available at our tasting room. Since we are a farm, private residence and business you can expect to hear or see tractors buzzing, horses grazing and our personal pups greeting you at the door. Upcoming Important Dates:PIZZA is on the menu! We are now offering sourdough pizzas made by local pizza co. Slice Versa2 new wine releases! The Cape Blend and Petit Manseng (dry).Rosé Picnic at Afton Mountain Vineyards on 6/7Cars + Wine show on 7/5

Lovingston Winery

Founded in 2010 by Ashton Beebe, Indian Summer Guide Service offers private, guided horseback rides through the scenic landscapes of Central Virginia.

Indian Summer Horseback Riding

Treat yourself to magnificent mountain views, sumptuous luxury, and thrilling recreation at Wintergreen Resort. Spanning 11,000 acres on the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our spacious condominiums and vacation homes are surrounded by winding trails, cascading streams and lush forests. The ultimate four-season vacation or conference spot, Wintergreen Resort is peaceful and refreshing, with an endless variety of activities.

Wintergreen Resort (Golfing)

Know before you visit: All backpacks, bags, or large purses must checked by our front desk team before visitors can explore the museum, or they may be stored for free in one of our lockers.The paint box is closed from 12:30 - 1:30 (Saturday only) and 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Saturday &amp; Sunday) (this is subject to change)Rockband is CLOSED from 12 PM - 2 PM, it is opened by request the rest of the timeShoes are required at ALL TIMES in the museum EXCEPT for the purple mat area on the 1st floor, Shipwreck Cove, and the PaintboxNO FOOD OR DRINK can be consumed anywhere in the museum (baby formula/nursing excluded) except in the lobby area or right outside of Cafe Amaze where the table is. If our staff have to ask you more than once to discard your drink/food or to consume it in the designated areas only, the museums reserve the right to ask you to leave the museum.Unfortunately, we do not own any parking lots, they are owned/managed by the City and/or the railroad company.

Lynchburg Childrens  Museum

Your destination for canoeing, tubing, rafting, kayaking, camping and fishing on the James River in Central Virginia.James River Runners’ policy calls for a water level of 6ft or lower to put folks on the water.

James River Runners

The Tasting ExperienceA long, scenic road winding into the hollow finishes on a hilltop overlooking our vineyard. Off the beaten path and well worth the drive. Taste the wines and then relax on the veranda with a couple bottles. Dog friendly. Picnic friendly.Tables outside on covered porch, and lawn space is plentiful. The lower lawn contains a few Adirondack chairs, picnic tables and loads of grass for your own blankets or camping chairs.Groups of all sizes are welcome. For large groups, please email or call in advance so our staff can better serve you.We offer bar tastings and tasting flights, as well as bottles and glasses of wine and sangria (when it’s warm).You are welcome to bring food and (non-alcoholic) beverages. We just ask that you clean up after yourselves. Open-top trashcans will be spaced throughout.Leashed dogs are welcome! Don’t forget to bring snacks and water for your pups.Supervised children are welcome. Please bring your well-behaved littles and keep them supervised at all times. We have a large lower lawn on which they can run themselves tired.

Christopher & Natasha

Christopher & Natasha

Q + A

Questions & Answers

Where is the wedding?

Where can guest stay?

Who is Cristopher I thought she was with a man named Ethan?

What's for dinner?

But what do I wear?

Can I take pictures on my phone?

Will there be alcohol?