Emily's Essential Massage is a licensed massage therapy practice in Shenandoah, VA owned by Emily Knighton, a certified massage therapist with over 10 years of professional experience who established the business around 2018. Located at 609 3rd Street, Shenandoah, VA 22849 in Page County, Emily offers both in-studio sessions and mobile massage services throughout the Shenandoah Valley, traveling directly to clients' homes or places of business. Services include therapeutic Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, reflexology, hot stone massage (in-shop only), and couples massage (requires two weeks' notice). Pricing is transparent: 60-minute therapeutic sessions cost $70 in-shop or $95 for mobile/travel appointments, while 90-minute sessions are $100 in-shop and $125 for mobile service, with 30-minute options also available. Emily's philosophy emphasizes holistic wellness and creating a "safe and sacred environment" for healing: "I believe massage enhances the vibrancy of your life by enhancing your health—physically, mentally, and spiritually." Client testimonials highlight her professionalism and skill, with one noting they "went in stiff and sore and came out super relaxed," while another calls her reflexology "the best I've ever had." The business is listed on Virginia's official tourism website (virginia.org) and operates by appointment only with 48-hour advance booking required. Contact: (540) 742-2475 | eemassage72@gmail.com
RPS Massage and Healing was established in 2009 by Richard P. Smith (LMT), who brings over 14 years of experience in deep tissue massage and holistic healing to his practice in Harrisonburg and Luray, Virginia. The specialty list covers energy healing (he's certified in Integrative Energetic Medicine), integrative reflexology, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, and hot stone therapy. Richard's got a teaching background too, having taught deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and anatomy and physiology classes at Shenandoah Valley School of Therapeutic Massage while also serving as Spa Manager at The Mimslyn Inn Hotel in Luray. He's currently pursuing certification in Quantum Touch, a method of using Life Force Energy to reduce and eliminate pain and tension in the body and mind. Sounds a bit out there? The reviews suggest it works. Nearly 150 five-star reviews on MassageBook, with clients saying the combination of deep tissue release, aromatherapy, and energy healing brings the massage to a completely different level of relaxation. People book multiple sessions during single visits, which tells you something. The practice runs seven days a week with one-hour sessions starting around $85, plus mobile services available with a $35 local travel fee. The focus is on personalized therapeutic treatments that address both physical and energetic imbalances for optimal healing.
Cameo Fine Art & Photography is a unique professional photography studio and fine art gallery located at 300 E Main St, Luray, VA 22835, owned and operated by award-winning photographer and artist Marlise Lee, who brings over 20 years of professional photography experience to the Shenandoah Valley. This high-end photography studio specializes in wedding photography, event photography, lifestyle portraits, family photography, real estate photography, product photography, and food photography, along with custom oil paintings and original artwork available for commission. Marlise Lee's impressive background includes serving as the in-house photographer at the five-star St. Regis Bahia Beach resort in Puerto Rico, Peace Corps volunteer work in Bolivia, and assignments in Kodiak, Alaska before relocating to Luray, bringing world-class expertise to this Virginia destination photography business. Her photography and fine art have been published in notable publications including St. John Magazine, "Digging for Answers: Prehistoric Archaeology of Northwestern Colorado," "Bolivia Querida," "Pipelines to the Past," and "UNIGQUAT—Legends: Alaskan Alutiiq legends." The studio is fully equipped for indoor photo sessions year-round while also offering breathtaking outdoor portrait photography sessions throughout the scenic Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains region, making it ideal for destination wedding photography and vacation family portraits for visitors staying at local cabins and resorts in Page County. Photography packages are competitively priced, with Signature family sessions running $225–$350 for a one-hour shoot including edited digital images in a private online gallery, and wedding coverage ranging from $1,800 for a half-day (4 hours) to $3,400 for a full-day (8 hours) package with engagement sessions included. Client testimonials praise Marlise's professionalism, quick communication, and stunning results, with one client noting, "The photos came out gorgeous and exceeded my expectations!" As a proud member of the Luray-Page County Chamber of Commerce with a flawless 5.0-star Google rating, Cameo Fine Art & Photography operates by appointment only—contact them at info@cameogalleries.com to schedule your custom professional photo session or fine art viewing in historic downtown Luray, Virginia.
Caroline Meyers Photography is a highly-rated Virginia wedding and portrait photographer based at 9547 S Congress St, New Market, VA 22844, established in 2013 and serving the Shenandoah Valley, Northern Virginia (NoVA), Arlington, Washington D.C., Richmond, and destinations beyond. This professional photography business holds a perfect 5.0 out of 5-star rating across multiple platforms including WeddingWire, The Knot, and Yelp, with clients consistently praising the exceptional value, creative vision, and personable approach that sets Caroline apart from other professional photographers in the region. Caroline specializes in wedding photography, engagement photography, portrait sessions, maternity sessions, and event photography at stunning Shenandoah Valley venues including Big Meadows and Skyline Resort at Shenandoah National Park, Khimaira Farm, Faithbrooke Barn in Page County, The Yellow Barn in Shenandoah County, Joshua Wilton House, and Cross Keys Vineyards near Harrisonburg. What distinguishes this Virginia wedding photographer is her comprehensive service—she dedicates the entire wedding day to each client, professionally edits all photos in both color and black-and-white formats, and delivers digital images with full print and social media release via thumb drive, providing outstanding value that reviewers note competing photographers charge nearly twice as much to match. Client reviews describe Caroline as having a "bubbly personality" who works tirelessly to capture candid moments and posed portraits alike, with one couple stating she was "like an old friend who was simply natural to be there" and another noting, "She is not afraid to work hard for the right shot—wedding guests still make comments about the crazy positions she managed to get in to take the perfect pictures!" Her tagline, "Chasing happy people through beautiful light as often as possible," perfectly captures her approach to professional photography services throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region—contact Caroline at meyerscx@gmail.com to request pricing and book your portrait session, engagement shoot, or wedding photography package with this top-rated Shenandoah Valley photographer.
Cara Cutro (LMT, RMT) started Abracadabra Massage & Wellness after spending over a decade working in massage therapy and herbal medicine, and honestly the place feels like a proper hideaway tucked into historic Sperryville, VA. I remember walking in and catching this faint lavender-and-cedar smell that just... sticks with you. The wellness center mixes plant medicine, bodywork, reiki, and intuitive guidance to help your mind, body, and spirit find balance, with services including acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal consultations (they'll create a personalized formula for you), and tarot readings. Client favorites? Their day packages are hard to beat, featuring juice shots, Himalayan stone massage, ozone sauna treatments, and tarot readings with Cara herself. Mobile services are available too if you'd rather stay put. The numbers speak for themselves: over 6,600 Facebook followers, more than 1,300 clients served, and a near-perfect 4.9-star rating with people constantly praising the serene atmosphere and the therapists' skills. What sets this place apart is how they blend traditional massage with alternative therapies like sound healing, ozone sauna sessions, and herbal medicine consultations to create wellness experiences that actually leave you feeling rejuvenated and balanced when you walk out.
Based in the Shenandoah Valley region serving Luray, Shenandoah National Park, Stanley, Front Royal, Winchester, Washington DC, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Kristy Good Photography is a fully licensed and insured business in Virginia specializing in wedding, elopement, and family photography. Born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, Kristy has built her business around capturing couples, families, engagements, and elopements in stunning natural locations, with portrait sessions starting at $500, elopement collections from $1,200, and intimate wedding coverage from $1,800. Reviews consistently give Kristy glowing 5-star ratings, with testimonials praising Kristy's personalized approach: "Kristy took the time to get to know us as a couple and really got a sense of what we were looking for. We wanted a few poses pictures with family, but mostly just candid photos of our day. We wanted to be present with each other and our friends and family, while still having some lovely photos. Kristy 100% delivered!!" The average price for wedding photographers in Harrisonburg is $3,856 for a typical 7-hour day, with an average of $365 for each additional hour of coverage. Her services include wedding, elopement, and portrait photography throughout the Shenandoah Valley and National Park areas, with a focus on capturing authentic moments in Virginia's scenic mountain landscapes, creating fully guided, stress-free photography experiences whether hiking with adventurous couples to overlooks for golden-hour portraits or documenting cozy hometown weddings.
Cedar Stone Spa, founded in 2011 by owner Sondra Hoak, is the largest wellness spa in Harrisonburg, Virginia, operating out of a 7,500 square foot facility at 1832 South Main Street. They cover massage therapy, facials, waxing, yoga classes, and nail services. What makes them stand out? They're the only spa in Harrisonburg that can handle spa parties for up to 10 guests in group or private settings, which is surprisingly rare around here. Their signature treatment uses hot and cold basalt stones (an ancient Native American healing technique) for rejuvenating tired muscles, and the temperature contrast really makes a difference. The service menu goes deep: Thai massage, lymphatic drainage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, couples massage, prenatal massage, Reiki, reflexology, aromatherapy treatments, and herbal facial massages. Hours are Monday through Friday 10AM-8PM and Saturday 10AM-6PM. They also do mobile chair massage and outcall services for corporate wellness events if you need relaxation brought to the office. After 14 years serving the Harrisonburg community, they've maintained an A+ BBB rating and collected over 300 client reviews with a 4.6 star average. Clients keep mentioning the experienced staff and their ability to create customized wellness experiences tailored to what you actually need.
