The honeymoon suite is the often forgotten space between the reception and the vacation part of the nuptial process. But when there are so many breathtaking options for the biggest night of your life, why not make booking the right one a priority and start the vacation early?
There are many great options in Virginia, but these, after careful consideration, are the ones we think are the most beautiful. Depending on your tastes — if you like modern and sleek or historic and very grand — we’ve narrowed the range for the most beautiful accommodations.
Modern & Luxurious
Keswick Hall’s Presidential Suite
By the time the wedding is over, many couples need a chance to recharge and chill out. If you need some space and a whole lot of luxury, we would book the Presidential Suite at Keswick Hall. This would be our first choice for the bride and groom who managed to get through an epic wedding and a full-time, year-long planning process. There are golf course views, a full bar, 840 square feet of living space, one-and-a-half baths, and a separate soaking tub. You might just want to book it for the entire weekend — or the entire week. 701 Club Dr., Keswick
Salamander Resort’s Blue Ribbon Suite
The Blue Ribbon Suite at the Salamander Resort & Spa looks like a soft modern fairy tale. It’s not the biggest, most expensive suite the resort offers, but it’s the perfect suite for a pre-honeymoon stop over with a king bed and private stone balcony. 500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg
Private & Secluded
Primland Resort, Auberge Resort Collection’s Treehouses
High in the trees looking out into the Blue Ridge Mountains, Primland Resort, Auberge Resort Collection, has the most high-end treehouses we’ve seen. You’re surrounded by nature with 360-degree views, carefully tucked away in a separate cabin in the trees, creating the perfect romantic atmosphere to kick off your marriage. 2000 Busted Rock Rd., Meadows of Dan
Goodstone Inn’s Bull Barn
Goodstone Inn is a luxury experience that includes several options for accommodations. Our pick is the Bull Barn. It’s a smaller cottage tucked away that includes all the necessities, including a wet bar, a king bed, beautiful views, and a great bathroom. 36205 Snake Hill Rd., Middleburg
Stately & Historic
Jefferson Hotel’s Jefferson Suite
Need a grand piano in your suite? Who doesn’t? It adds to the drama of this historic hotel that pretty much screams prestige. The Jefferson Suite is 1,400 square feet with a king bed, ornate fireplaces, dressing rooms, and French doors leading out onto the private Franklin Suite. 101 W. Franklin St., Richmond
Omni Homestead Resort’s Governor’s Suite
If you want mountain views for your honeymoon suite, we recommend the Governor’s Suite at the Omni Homestead Resort. The room features 830 square feet, with a king bedroom and separate living space. It has a balcony that looks out into the Allegheny Mountains. If you have time, check out the newly restored mineral pools. 7696 Sam Snead Hwy., Hot Springs
Photo courtesy of Primland Resort
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