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Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood Lexi Hartner & Julie Castleman Nestled in the rocky stream valley of the Catoctin Mountains, ThorpeWood is only a few minutes from the Town of Thurmont, but offers a feeling of being much farther away from civilization. The 155acre wooded property is stunning no matter the time of year, and is near more than 18,000 acres of public parks and private reserves. The stunning, rustic timber-framed lodge has a 30-foot stone fireplace, which can provide a beautiful backdrop for celebrations. Multiple outdoor spaces for wedding ceremonies or other events include a Pine Cathedral, an arboretum, a rustic barn, stone bridge, a pavilion, pasture areas and a beautiful willow pond. All events at ThorpeWood are booked and managed by Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood, owned by Julie Castleman and Lexi Hartner. Both Julie and Lexi enjoy helping to make arrangements for dozens of weddings each year, and assisting companies or nonprofits with details for many other types of events held there. Together they have successfully guided more than 800 couples through one of the most important days of their lives, surrounded by the beauty of ThorpeWood.
Julie joined the staff of ThorpeWood in 2000, and took over as owner of Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood, LLC in 2013. Julie loves working with wonderful clients, and in her spare time, enjoys time with her husband, Sam, who is the Director of ThorpeWood, LLC. Lexi joined the ThorpeWood staff in 2011, and became the assistant director of Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood in 2013. Lexi was married at ThorpeWood in 2009, and so has first-hand experience planning a wedding there. Julie and Lexi are a great team and ensure all needs are met during every event. Rental fees for use of the Lodge, received by clients of Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood, help to support ThorpeWood, LLC, which invites nonprofit organizations to use the Lodge and grounds, as well as participate in ThorpeWood's Equine Assisted Learning program. All 501(c)3 organizations can use the ThorpeWood Lodge and grounds at no charge.
12805-A Mink Farm Road, Thurmont • 301.271.2823, ext. 101 • mountainmemoriestw.com 50
