Death Ridge Brewery

The Night Before

Shuttle Schedule

Rixey Manor

Wedding Day

Spring

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Bridesmaids

Jessica Romus

Courtney Boyer

Emily Jordan

Ashlyn Wolstenholm

Rebekah Santell

Groomsmen

Anthony Santell

Joseph Arena

Robert Morris

Mark Buzzard

Brendan Palker

Christopher Wentling

Justin Gentile

Nicholas Romus

Flower Girl & Ring Security

Rylee Romus

Jack Romus

Wedding Party

Q + A

Room Blocks

If calling, press 0 to speak to front desk directly. There’s been issues being added to the room block when being directed to the lines by pressing 1 or 2. The link below will lead you right to the room blocks with the discounted rate. If you would rather call let them know youre with the Santell wedding to get the discounted rate. Book by March 24, 2026 to get the discounted rate. You do not need to book for both days but check-in is at 3pm and they dont do early check-in so if you plan to get ready at the hotel we recommend booking for both days.

Days Inn & Baymont Inn

With the&nbsp;block&nbsp;code, you can go to the website linked, enter the day requested, then click Rate Preference and enter the&nbsp;block&nbsp;code under "Group Code". From there, you will be able to make your reservations online or you can call the hotel if you prefer and give them the code "BSW" for the discounted rate. Book by March 24, 2026 to get the discounted rate. You do not need to book for both days but check-in is at 3pm and they don't do early check-in so if you plan to get ready at the hotel we recommend booking for both days.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Culpeper by IHG

Bed and Breakfast

If you prefer not stay at the hotels, there are small cottages, B&amp;Bs, and Inns all around Culpeper. Please note, outside of the hotels, we did not notify any other lodging in advance. We are only providing transportation from the hotels to the venue and visa versa.

Where to Stay

Breakfast / Brunch

Ravens Nest - Coffee and PastriesOne of the best places to get coffee in downtown Culpeper. Don't be afraid to add a little booze to your favorite morning drink. Frost Cafe - Breakfast DinerSteve's favorite breakfast diner. Also in Culpeper's main strip. Come sit down at the bar and enjoy a nice home cooked meal. 4 C's - Breakfast DinerJamie's favorite breakfast diner. We recommend trying their flavored frozen coffees. Knakal's - BakeryBest place to stop if your craving for a pastry in the morning while window shopping. Grill 309 - BrunchOur favorite brunch spot in Culpeper. Good variety of brunch options to sit down and relax. Denim and Pearls - BrunchOur favorite brunch spot in Warrenton. You can't go wrong with 50 cent mimosa refills.

Lunch / Dinner

Culpeper Cheese Company - LunchThis is one of our favorite places in general. Best sandwich in town. Stop in, explore all the imported cheese, and very knowledgeable staff. PintoThai - Lunch/DinnerA Culpeper award winner. We find ourselves stopping here at least once a month for their carbonara fried rice. Zandra's - Lunch/DinnerWhen Jamie's craving tacos, you will find us here. Closest thing our Cleveland friends have to Barrio in Culpeper. Enjoy a variety of small bite tacos. Licorice Pizza - Lunch/DinnerSteve's pizza spot. Wood fired pizza in a historic building in Warrenton. Denim and Pearls - DinnerThey have made the list again. You can get a little fancier for dinner here. Sit up on the rooftop and enjoy the atmosphere.

Boutique Shopping

E. Davis Street in downtown CulpeperA wide variety of small business shops on a single street. Full of restaurants, cocktails, and fun things to find. Main Street in downtown WarrentonSlightly smaller than E. Davis Street but contains the same charm. River District in SperryvilleCute little riverside area. A large old horse barn has been transformed into little shops for local venders.

Brewery

Death Ridge BreweryOnly a 5 minute drive from our home. This has turned into our go to spot for a beer. Live music, mountain views, food trucks, and good beer. Beer Hound BreweryLocated in downtown Culpeper. Very welcoming place for our four-legged friends. Most of their beers are named after customers' dogs. Old HouseThis one stop shop on the outskirts of Culpeper is a brewery, winery, and distillery. Spread across three separate buildings on the same property, its a nice place for those who want to try it all.

Winery

MagnoliaJust a 3 minute drive from the house, most weekends you will find us here. Best staff around and who doesn't like a couple of friendly winery dogs to greet you. Rappahannock WineryWe love the views driving out to this winery in Rappahannock. There is even a distillery inside.

Distillery 

Copper FoxSteve's favorite distillery. Jamie, who does not like whiskey, loves their Blonde Bloody Mary. Sit outside next to the river and enjoy the peace and quite out in Sperryville.

Outdoor Adventures

The entrance to the Shenandoah Mountains are about 45 mins away with plenty of hiking trails. If you are not into hiking, take a drive on Skyline Drive. Multiple pull-off spots to take in the views. Our closest spot is golf is South Whales Golf Course. Knock out a round back in the woods on an old farm property with reasonable prices. Lake Culpeper is only 5 mins from the hotels, they offer kayak rentals at the Ole Country Store. Culpeper Farmers Market is every Saturday morning. Most of the vendors live right by us. Music is usually playing, food is being served, and fresh local products. Check out blueridgewhiskywineloop.com for extra wineries, spirits, brews, dining, bed and breakfasts, visitor centers, and adventure attractions. Within a 30 mile radius, there are countless wineries, breweries, distilleries, hiking trails, small towns, and farmers markets. Whatever you love to do, you will find it here.

Things to Do

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Dress Code

Jamie & Steven

Jamie & Steven

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