[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/stroudsmoor-country-inn-creates-rustic-elegant-destination-lgbtq-weddings\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/stroudsmoor-country-inn-creates-rustic-elegant-destination-lgbtq-weddings\/","headline":"Stroudsmoor Country Inn creates rustic, elegant destination LGBTQ+ weddings","name":"Stroudsmoor Country Inn creates rustic, elegant destination LGBTQ+ weddings","description":"LGBTQ+ weddings in the serene Poconos Mountains of Pennsylvania ","datePublished":"2016-01-25","dateModified":"2021-04-28","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/author\/kirstensara\/#Person","name":"Kirsten Clodfelter","url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/author\/kirstensara\/","identifier":5034,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/129f759e770afe94c0ead8a67a575590bf34122f844ba0bba951c6d710721a69?s=96&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/129f759e770afe94c0ead8a67a575590bf34122f844ba0bba951c6d710721a69?s=96&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Equally Wed","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/equally-wed-lgbtq-weddings-logo.jpg","url":"http:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/equally-wed-lgbtq-weddings-logo.jpg","width":218,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/stroudsmoor-lesbian-wedding-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/stroudsmoor-lesbian-wedding-1.jpg","height":667,"width":1000},"url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/stroudsmoor-country-inn-creates-rustic-elegant-destination-lgbtq-weddings\/","about":["Destination Weddings","Special Advertising","Travel"],"wordCount":574,"keywords":["destination weddings","fairy tales","hot-air balloons","LGBTQ weddings","love wins","Poconos Mountains","sponsored","Stroudsmoor Country Inn","wedding venues"],"articleBody":"Destination LGBTQ+ weddings in the serene Poconos Mountains of PennsylvaniaPicture a perfect destination LGBTQ+ wedding in the serene Poconos Mountains of Pennsylvania\u2014the scenic wooded landscape, the Old World charm, the rustic elegance. But there\u2019s more to laud than the natural beauty of this treasured romantic getaway: the Poconos\u2019 Stroudsmoor Country Inn is a standout destination for a wedding with a focus on stress-free planning, event flexibility, and genuine personalization.A Stroudsmoor wedding is a fun and memorable way to say \u201cI do\u201d while reflecting the unique essence of your partnership. The staff, proudly showing their commitment to that ideal and in support of Pennsylvania\u2019s marriage equality, recently launched a #LoveWins campaign, which highlights the romantic journeys of same-sex couples who are tying the knot at the Inn.A key priority of the team at Stroudsmoor is to work hand-in-hand with couples to plan a wedding that expertly tells their story without the months of stress that can sometimes accompany such a momentous occasion. Brides Walleska Lantigua and Johanna Rice, who selected Stroudsmoor for the spiritual, scenic reprieve it provided from the city, shared that the staff was \u201cimpeccably attentive to the details of our big day.\u201dThe dedicated team includes an event planner, a group lodging reservation specialist, a wedding studio\/spa coordinator, a wedding registry coordinator, a floral and decor team, and a full-service photography studio, though outside vendors are also welcome. Wally and Johanna credit the staff for their ability \u201cto see the larger picture while allowing us to craft the special details that are important to us,\u201d noting especially how the Stroudsmoor team was \u201cgracious and hospitable in helping us structure a wedding that\u2019s reflective of our personalities and relationship.\u201dPerhaps most importantly, the couple recounts their experience collaborating with the staff in this way: \u201cthey are purposeful about making sure that we take moments to pause and enjoy this eventful time in our lives.\u201dShanna LeCompte and Melissa Flynn, pictured above, who are planning a wedding at the Inn for late October, shared their excitement over touring the property and meeting part of the team during their engagement shoot. \u201cWe had a great time,\u201d they said. \u201cWe\u2019re so excited to move forward with our planning at Stroudsmoor!\u201dWhether you\u2019re escaping for a mountainside elopement, planning an intimate ceremony with a handful of close family and friends, or hosting an elegant affair for a few hundred guests, Stroudsmoor\u2019s five diverse venues ensure there\u2019s something here to create a fairy-tale celebration of your very own. Conveniently organized, inclusive wedding packages further streamline planning by covering as many details as possible while still allowing for plenty of customization.Couples are invited to select their preferred ceremony and reception site, secure guest accommodations at the Inn, choose a delectable Stroudsmoor wedding cake or other \u201csweet endings\u201d from the on-site bakery, coordinate transportation\u2014including breathtaking arrivals by horse-drawn carriage, motorcycle, or even hot-air balloon!\u2014and arrange other perfect touches to make their one-of-a-kind celebration absolutely amazing. Love what you see here about Stroudsmoor? Start planning your fairy-tale wedding now.This is a sponsored post from Stroudsmoor Country Inn.\u00a0If your business is interested in supporting Equally Wed\u2019s award-winning editorial mission of showcasing gay, lesbian, transgender, bisexual, queer and allied couples\u2019 weddings through advertising via sponsored posts, banner ads, other partnerships or you have any other ideas for us, please reach out to advertising@equallywed.com."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Stroudsmoor Country Inn creates rustic, elegant destination LGBTQ+ weddings","item":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/stroudsmoor-country-inn-creates-rustic-elegant-destination-lgbtq-weddings\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]