Photo Credit below: Harry Wertz of Visual Image Photography
We live in Maryland and got married in Maryland at the Cylburn Arboretum. From beginning to end, Midge Harmon really helped me pull off this surprise. I hired a horse and carriage as a surprise for my groom. It was under $1000 for 2 hours. My now husband is totally blind. One of our first trips together was to Busch Gardens in Virginia where he got to meet the famous Clydesdales. I wasn't able to find a Clydesdale but I was able to find a Draft horse which is a cousin of the Clydesdale. She put jingle bells on the harness so he could hear the horse moving. When the horse and carriage arrived during the ceremony, the guests couldn't figure out where the sound of the jingle bells was coming from. They all had a guess about it. It was as much a surprise for them as it was for my groom. Seeing him so happy when we were riding in the carriage was one of the best parts of our day. John, the driver. was really great. He held my sunglasses when we were doing pictures and he answered all of my groom's questions about Dixie (our horse). We really had a great time. We can't thank them enough for all they did to make our day special. - Sue-Ellen Clarke Simitian
Sue-Ellen and Marc Simitian with Dixie at the Cylburn Mansion in Baltimore, MD. Dixie is wearing sleighbells because the groom is blind and this enabled him to hear her moving during their carriage ride	Sue-Ellen and Marc heading off to their reception.

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Kristy and Tim ride through Olde Town Alexandria on the way to thier reception with Sue Harmon driving Karry.

Here are photos of Kristy and Tim Grantonic's wedding day with the carriage on 30 April 2011. Friends and family are still talking about the horse and carriage and how much it completed the celebration!!!! WONDERFUL MEMORIES!!!! Again, many thanks for making the kids special day soooooooooooooooooooooo AWESOME!!!!! Warmest Regards, Cathy Gardner

Kristy and Tim Gratonic leave Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Olde Town Alexandria after their wedding.

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You folks did a wonderful job and fun was had by all. I really appreciate it. As soon as I get pics from everyone, I will send you some that are good. I cant emphasize enough how much you added to our Christmas Holiday. What a wonderful beginning to the week of Christmas. I hope we were your last one for the year so you can enjoy your Christmas after giving so much joy to so many through out the year. Thanks again, Alice Fitzgerald

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Dr. Neel K. Shah riding Cindy in his Baraat to meet the family of his bride, Tina Kasliwal.

You guys did an awesome job! Thanks again for all your hard work and hope to see you again soon. We have several family weddings coming next year, and we highly recommend you to everyone. - Neel Shah

 

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Thank you for making our wedding day special. The carriage ride from the church to The Officer's Club was memorable and a special part of our day that we cherish. "Tom" the beautiful horse was awesome and the driver was courteous.

Thank you,
Nadine and John

Photo credit: Treasured Moments Photography www.TreasuredMomentsDigitalPhotography.com
Nadine and John McCue being driven from The Belvoir Chapel to their reception at The Fort Belvoir Officer's Club. Tom is driven by Sue Harmon	Nadine waves to well wishers.	Nadine and John arrive at The Officer's Club.

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Karen Adams and Bob Caswell prepare to drive the newly married Marta and Jay Busano to their reception at The Fox Den at Briar Patch Bed & Breakfast in Middleburg, VA.

 

I am sending you a photo of your beautiful horses and carriage that were taken at my wedding in May at Briar Patch B&B.

You guys did an awesome job and put the finishing touch on my fairytale wedding!!

Thank you!!
Marta Busano

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Hello! On behalf of the Cascades Community Association I would like to thank you VERY much for the wonderful hayrides this past Saturday at our Fall Festival at the Stone House. The hayrides were a huge hit with everyone, both young and old.

We appreciate your professionalism and we look forward to seeing you on December 5th for the Holiday House!

Sincerely,
Karen
Member Services Assistant
Cascades Community Association, Inc.
703-406-0820 x-101

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Photo Credit: Susan Hornyak Photography: www.susanhornyak.com Lindsay Giel and her father being driven by Sue Harmon and Karry in the Vis-a-Vis carriage to meet her groom, Adam Harper, at the garden wedding site at Belmont Country Club in Ashburn, VA.

 

 

I wanted to send a big thank you for such a wonderful horse, carriage and driver...all were perfect for our wedding and Adam was definitely surprised, more stunned from what his brother told me since he was next to him as Dad (Bruce Giel) and I appeared in the carriage.

I was extremely happy with the service, thank you again!

Sincerely,
Lindsay M. Giel

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Harmon Horse & Carriages has been a wonderful vendor to work with. Scott and Sue were curtious, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Thank you for your outstanding service and we look forward to working with you in the future! (White Mare for Groom's Procession provided.)

Katherine E. Butler
Director of Event Services
Save the Date Event Consultants, LLC
New York, NY 10016
http://www.savethedatenyc.com

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Photo Credit: Photography by Ron Jones of Jones Photography. www.FairfaxWeddings.com Michelle and Dave Hall at their wedding at Raspberry Plain in Leesburg, Virginia

 

The carriage was such a nice touch. It was my favorite part of the day!
Thank you so much for making my wedding day a fairy tale.

Michelle Hall

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The newly married Bryan and Lindsay Harris about to be driven for a ride around the lovely rolling grounds of Fox Spring Hollow Bed and Breakfast Inn at Reva, Virginia. The Vis-a-Vis carriage is pulled by Cindy, a Percheron mare, driven by Sue Harmon.

 

Thank you so much for your wonderful, professional services. Everyone agrees that the wedding would not have been so elegant and spectacular without the beautiful horse and carriage. Many thanks for helping make our wedding day so amazing! We will definitely recommend your services to friends, family and colleagues!

Warmly,
Bryan and Lindsay Harris
Charlottesville, VA

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Hello! I am writing on behalf of my family regarding my son, Nitin Gupta, and his wedding on June 23, 2007. We just wanted to extend our gratitude for the wonderful job that was done by one of your handlers who brought the horse as a part of our Indian tradition. The handler, Bob Caswell's enthusiasm and respect for our customs was greatly appreciated by our family and friends. We could not have asked for a better service. We will be happy to recommend your company to our friends in the future.

Please forward on this message as well as our small token of gratitude which is enclosed to our handler.

Thanks again!
Loveleen Gupta
Mother of the Groom

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David Yauch driving Dempsey & Karry carrying Natalie and Jim Hill at their wedding in Ashburn, VA

We wanted a "Wow" factor in our marriage celebration, and we were granted this by using the services of Harmon's Carriages. From the very outset of setting up date, time, etc. to the last guest enjoying a carriage ride, it was simply wonderful!

The driver was excellent as well as other employees at the trailer. The guests were overwhelmed by seeing the bride arrive in a horse drawn carriage then being able to take a short ride themselves, a first for most guests.

We would recommend Harmon's Carriages to everyone. By far, this is the best horse drawn carriage service in the Washington Metropolitan area.

Harmon's Carriages are FIRST CLASS!

Sincerely,
Natalie and Jim Hill

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I was so impressed with the service provided by Harmon's Carriages when I hired them to provide transport for a bride and groom at the end of their reception. The horses were large and stately and the carriage was designed for royalty. It was a wonderful continuation of a magical day and the perfect ending to a fairy tale wedding. I look forward to recommending Harmon's Carriages to future clients.

Anne M. Berman
Special Event and Wedding Consultant
410-243-4500

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I didn't want to let this day pass without writing to let you know how pleased we were with the carriage and horses yesterday. What a beautiful job on the braiding of the tails and manes! I have an appreciation for the amount of work that goes into getting your horses ready, trailoring them from your farm into the stressful traffic of Northern Virginia, and hitching up. I'm sure there's a lot more that I don't know, but I do agree that your fee is a bargain for what we received!

John was very professional and personable. The carriage and the pair of horses made a huge statement and our CEO and his family loved it!

Thank you so much for making the event very memorable. I would utilize your services again without hesitation.

Best regards,
Bonnie Polvinale
Senior VIce President
American Physical Therapy Association

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