Rave Reviews
Reviewed by Katie McManners
September 6th, 2020 - a fairytale of a day on top of Bent Mountain at the most beautiful wedding venue my (now) husband and I have ever seen!! The moment we arrived at Silver Hearth Lodge to tour the property for our upcoming wedding, our decision was made. There is no where more beautiful in Virginia for a rustic, nature filled, scenic mountain top wedding! Bob is the man with a plan.. if you have any questions about what to do to plan your wedding, he has the answers! This was really helpful as we did not use a wedding planner and the guides he provided to us helped us get everything completed. Almost every single one of our 100 guests commented on how stunning and perfect the venue was - many venues are beautiful on the inside, but you can’t get the overlook view anywhere else. We were on a tight budget, SHL is affordable and you can pick your own venders to boot. The staff at SHL are so polite and supportive and almost as excited for your big day as you are, each of them helped make our day perfect. Ashley was the ultimate bartender and made sure everyone had a great time; I can’t count the number of guests who had sweet things to say about her. When our wedding day was done, you could say the sky lit up with fireworks! If you want a dream wedding come true, look no further than Silver Hearth Lodge (the advice of a very happy Silver Hearth Bride).
Reviewed by Eric Martin
Absolutely amazing!! This place has everything a wedding or a gathering of a lot of people need. Beautiful views of the mountains and the scenery around you is wonderful. A must see!
Reviewed by Jesse Ely
What do I like about SHL? EVERYTHING!! From the incomparable mountaintop view to the impeccable attention to detail, it is all over-the-top amazing. If you’re considering hosting a wedding or any other type of event there, you will NOT be disappointed! I really can’t say enough good things about this place and the people who live and work there. 💜
Reviewed by Joyanna Mason
Both the location and owner of the venue are absolutely amazing! I was a photographer at a wedding for this location and the owner really has a way of making everything magical and special for the big day! I highly recommend getting married here.
Reviewed on March 2022 by Sarah Hamilton
We had our wedding at Silver Hearth Lodge on September 26th, 2021, and I don’t think it could have been more perfect! Bob has an eye for detail and he made sure everything went according to plan. We got so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was, everyone had a great time, and it was easy to space people out to make it more Covid friendly. Prices are very reasonable, and the planning sessions with Bob were very helpful. I’m so glad we decided to get married here. I’d recommend Silver Hearth Lodge to anyone interested in a rustic, mountaintop wedding!
Reviewed On 10/05/2020 by Emily S
Wow, what an amazing venue! Silver Hearth has breathtaking views and has a lot to offer for guests. We saved so much money on decorations, flowers, and amusement because Silver Hearth is naturally decorated and provides a huge fireplace for s’mores, horse shoes, corn hole, rocking chairs, playground and dog kennel ! (And so much more) . Bob was very easy and pleasant to work with, and his soon to be wife, Ashley, was extremely helpful.
Reviewed On 9/27/2020 by Emma S
The Silver Hearth Lodge was perfect for our big day! The attention to detail that the staff takes time to put in is immaculate from having extra bobby pins in the bridal suite for the girls, to a pair of binoculars in the men’s cabin to look out over the mountain from the window. The venue is gorgeous and holds its own, so minimal decoration and setup were required, as well as clean up being super quick and easy. Bob was extremely helpful and genuine throughout our entire experience. We are truly thankful and grateful for the opportunity to have had our wedding here!
Reviewed On 9/19/2020 by Cameron B
Bob is arguably the best wedding vendor in the state!! From discovering Silver Hearth Lodge , to the day of our wedding, the entire process was made seamless due to Bob and his staff. If you're looking for a rustic-styled venue overlooking the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, then Silver Hearth Lodge is your place! The staff there are very easy going and will strive to make your special day perfect. The venue is very COVID-friendly with it's spaced out property layout and accommodating features.
Reviewed On 9/16/2020 by Katie M
September 6th, 2020 - a fairytale of a day on top of Bent Mountain at the most beautiful wedding venue my (now) husband and I have ever seen!! The moment we arrived at Silver Hearth Lodge to tour the property for our upcoming wedding, our decision was made. There is no where more beautiful in Virginia for a rustic, nature filled, scenic mountain top wedding! Bob is the man with a plan.. if you have any questions about what to do to plan your wedding, he has the answers! This was really helpful as we did not use a wedding planner and the guides he provided to us helped us get everything completed. Almost every single one of our 100 guests commented on how stunning and perfect the venue was - many venues are beautiful on the inside, but you can’t get the overlook view anywhere else. We were on a tight budget, SHL is affordable and you can pick your own venders to boot. The staff at SHL are so polite and supportive and almost as excited for your big day as you are, each of them helped make our day perfect. Ashley was the ultimate bartender and made sure everyone had a great time; I can’t count the number of guests who had sweet things to say about her. When our wedding day was done, you could say the sky lit up with fireworks! If you want a dream wedding come true, look no further than Silver Hearth Lodge (the advice of a very happy Silver Hearth Bride).
Reviewed On 11/17/2019 by Kelly W
My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of having our wedding at Silver Hearth Lodge. While it was only the second wedding venue we looked at, after about 10 minutes there and the amazing view, we were completely sold and knew we needed to have our wedding there. Throughout the wedding planning process the venue owner Bob helped me out so much from answering random questions I had, to recommendations and also letting me visit the venue a few times to make sure my vision was perfect. Silver Hearth truly has everything a bride could think of for their special day and Bob helped us create our perfect wedding. I can’t even express how thankful I am to have had his guidance with planning our wedding. I would highly recommend anyone taking the trip to see silver hearth for their wedding venue because I know it’ll take your breath away and capture your heart as it did ours!
Reviewed On 10/20/2019 by Mandie R
Wow. Just wow! My husband and I just got married this past weekend and what an incredible experience. We toured a handful of venues before going up the mountain to Silver Hearth Lodge, and we instantly fell in love and knew that this was the place for us. Bob is absolutely amazing and he went above and beyond our expectations. He made sure our day was magical and we didn’t have to worry about a thing other than just enjoying each other. Bobs staff at SHL are incredible beyond words. They are so friendly and pay such close attention to details. We have never felt more important or special. We were honored to be able to get married at SHL!
Reviewed On 10/17/2019 by Taylor P
This is the best venue in the Blacksburg-Roanoke area. Bob is the owner/operator and he makes you feel like yours is the only wedding that he’s got in the works even though they book up very quickly. He was helpful from the time we went up to scout the venue to the day of when he was on hand all day long to help make sure things run smoothly. Everything price-wise was transparent and informed up front and there was no hiding anything. The venue is spectacularly gorgeous, and the staff are all pros who know their stuff. If you want a beautiful, smooth wedding day, this is the venue to check out!
Reviewed On 10/16/2019 by Kristin N
My wife and I got married at Silver Hearth Lodge Oct. 2019 and we could not have asked for a better experience. Bob and his team are experts in the wedding field and take great pride in what they have created on top of the mountain. We did not have to worry about anything on our wedding day because of the great planning procedure Bob has in place.
Reviewed On 7/02/2019 by Kristen J
Bob and his team at SHL are truly wedding experts, and will do any and everything to go above and beyond to make your wedding everything you dreamed of. The venue is stunning, the team is fantastic, and Bob is the most kind-hearted and genuine person I have ever met. Planning our wedding with Bob made the process painless, and we are forever grateful.
Reviewed On 6/24/2019 by Mariah H
This is the most beautiful venue I have ever seen! I have been to many weddings and wanted the best venue for my own. I am so glad I went with this one! All of my guests were BLOWN AWAY with how beautiful this place is inside and out. My husband’s (eek!) father and aunt are a duo that caters and plans weddings in Connecticut and even they LOVED the place, which is saying something! The Mountain View’s were in the background for most of our photos which just made everything top notch! It truly has everything and Bob, the owner, is great to work with.
Reviewed On 11/02/2018 by Kelsey C
I found Silver Hearth Lodge (SHL) about a year and a half before I was to get married. At that time, I was living out of state so could only communicate by email or phone, thankfully Bob was very responsive and accommodating to this. My mom toured the venue and was sold, so we booked it and started planning. Once you become a SHL bride, you receive a planning guide and a plethora of help from Bob, this includes his growing list of vendors. As an out of state bride, this vendor list was AMAZING! Since I knew Bob trusted these vendors, I went at it with complete confidence. Everyone’s jaws dropped to the floor when they arrived at the venue. It is that stunning. The view is stunning, but all the venue has to offer is amazing. I was a budget bride, so I added minimal décor to both the ceremony and the reception, honestly that is all you need. Almost every one of my guests commented on how stunning and interesting the venue was. On top of being gorgeous, the venue is FUN! The dance floor has built in lighting to set the mood, the bar area is big draw and the Native American Fire Circle provides a space where people can lounge by a fire pit, though it was too rainy and windy for my wedding. Bob is very personable, honest, nice, enjoyable, laid back, knowledgeable, loving, helpful, cheerful, really any word that describes an amazing person. I am so glad to have been able to meet him and spend time with him learning about himself and his business. SHL is not about money for Bob, it is about the experiences and that shows. He is a one of a kind guy in a one of kind mountaintop venue. I could not have asked for a better wedding venue and venue owner/manager! My wedding was truly one for the books thanks to Silver Hearth Lodge, Bob, and his vendor list! Cannot wait to return for a special occasion!
Reviewed On 9/07/2018 by Jamie E
Silver Hearth Lodge was a dream. We got married on August 25th and it was 75 degrees with a breeze on Bent Mountain. Bob at SHL will do everything that you need to ensure your day is perfect and exactly what you want. The venue offers a lot of space for your guests to roam and have some time to themselves and take in the scenery, and then come inside and enjoy the dance floor when they want to. You can also bring your own alcohol and pick your own caterer, which was a huge plus when deciding on our reception venue. We couldn't have been happier with SHL and Bob Johnston for the contribution that they made to our PERFECT day. We would highly recommend Silver Hearth Lodge to anyone looking for a beautiful and scenic venue with a lot to offer their guests.
Reviewed On 7/15/2018 by Kalee H
My (now) wife and I had our wedding here at Silver Hearth Lodge in June and it was amazing! Everybody had a great time and everything was perfect! Bob made everything super easy and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. Everything from the lodge to the view was absolutely beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to get married.
Reviewed On 9/24/2017 by Megan Y
I had the absolute pleasure of having wedding at Silver Hearth Lodge on September 9. My day was absolutely perfect all thanks given to Bob! With his knowledge and expertise, he made sure that my day ran exactly how it was supposed too and I am beyond thankful to have had my wedding there. Everything about it was stunning! I am one lucky bride!!
Reviewed On 6/04/2017 by Julie M
Our wedding at Silver Hearth Lodge was everything we ever dreamed it could be! The proprietor Bob had a very thorough preparation process which ensured everything went smoothly on our wedding day. The venue is beautiful and all of our guests loved the mountain top location. Bob has thought of every detail and equipped his venue with anything you could possibly need on your wedding day, and he continues to make improvements all the time. He was very helpful in making sure everything at the venue was just as we wanted it! I would absolutely recommend Silver Hearth Lodge!
Reviewed On 10/27/2016 by Tori L
My husband and I got married here on 10-15-16. The venue is BEAUTIFUL and has everything you could ever need in an outdoor event space (even a dog kennel!). Bob (and staff) is extremely helpful and make it very clear that they are most interested in making the Bride & Groom's day as perfect as possible by providing a preferred vendors list (helpful suggestions of vendors with good pricing & customer service), venue blueprints, and an event planning outline that covers every detail (this helped us immensely and we even avoided shelling out extra money for a Wedding Planner!). The best part about SHL is that you barely need to decorate it, it's beautiful year-round. The view of the valley from the Overlook Pavilion is hard to beat. We absolutely could not have chosen a better place for our wedding, we continue to receive many compliments from our guests on our venue!!!
