About Us
Your wedding should be one of the most memorable days of your entire life–and the team at Elite Celebration Carriage wants to help make that dream a reality. Incorporating a horse and carriage along with our attention to detail for the bride and her entourage adds a timeless elegance to any wedding event.
We have top quality carriages and beautiful, well-kept Percheron horses that can make your special day unforgettable. Guests’ heads will turn in amazement and awe as the bride makes her grand entrance in a horse-drawn Cinderella or Vis-a-Vis wedding carriage.
As the evening wraps up, the newlywed couple deserves a captivating exit from the reception. As guests wave goodbye, the bride and groom will be swept away in a romantic and exquisitely designed white horse-drawn carriage
We work closely with the photographer to allow plenty of time for capturing the highlights of your special day. For pricing and scheduling questions.
Our white Vis-a-Vis carriage consists of two comfortable benches that face each other. This classic carriage style will give grace and beauty to your wedding day and photos. Here are some features of the vis-a-vis carriage:
- Seats 4 people – The Vis-a-Vis carriage can comfortably seat four adults.
- Adjustable Top – Can be raised or lowered based on weather, mood, or personal preference.
- Optional Sign – An optional Just Married or Just Hitched sign can be hung on the rear carriage section.
Our white Cinderella carriage is a beautiful carriage that will add a touch of magical romance to your day. It’s beloved by brides for also providing a gorgeous backdrop for bridal photos.
- Seats 4 people – The Cinderella carriage can comfortably seat four adults.
- Signs – An optional Just Married or Just Hitched sign can be hung on the rear carriage section.
Our Vis-A-Vis Limo Carriage consists of three comfortable benches, two that face each other and one in the back that faces to the front. This carriage will add class, elegance, grace and beauty to any occasion. It will add as a gorgeous backdrop for any photo. Here are some features of the vis-a-vis limo carriage.
- Seats 9 people – The Vis-A-Vis Limo carriage can comfortably seat nine adults.
- Adjustable Top – Can be raised or lowered based on the weather, mood, or personal preference.
- Optional Sign -An optional Just Married or Just Hitched sign can be hung on the rear carriage section.
HOUSEKEEPING & OTHER DETAILS
FLOWERS & DECORATIONS
Make your carriage ride one-of-a-kind by personalizing it with the colors, theme, and embellishments you desire. Feel free to decorate the carriage with flowers, greenery, ribbons, and bows of your choosing. (We ask that you please do not use balloons.) Whether you’re wanting to match wedding colors or add a unique touch, using flowers and decorations can make your special day even more memorable.
ATTIRE
We want to add a professional and elegant appearance to your special day. That’s why our coachman will always come dressed in formal attire and a top hat. If you want our staff to match with your wedding party or event, please let us know in advance or just prefer a more casual but professional attire, our staff will be more than happy to accommodate.
SAFETY
Your safety, relaxation, and enjoyment are our top priority. In order to provide the secure horse-drawn carriage ride, all carriages are equipped with rubber wheels, hydraulic breaks, lights, and hazard flashers. We comply with all laws, regulations, and standards involving the services we provide including day or night rides on public streets 35 mph or less.
HORSE CLEANLINESS
We promise to always have the cleanest and best-looking horse ready for your big day. They are bathed, brushed, groomed, and combed to look presentable at your wedding. To ensure every horse is kept healthy, their hoofs are inspected and maintained before each event. During your carriage ride, we will use a diaper and bum bag to catch any horse droppings.
HORSE-DRAWN Funeral HEARSE
Your loved one deserves to be commemorated with dignity, respect and charm, a horse-drawn hearse can provide exactly that. This alternative to the modern and traditional automobile hearse is a classic option that signifies honor and grace. We know this is a difficult time for your family. That’s why our staff will handle every detail of the funeral procession with professionalism and grace. It’s our privilege to help memorialize your loved one in a respectful manner. Please ask about our carriage where 2 family members can ride along for an additional fee.
Transport your loved one to their final resting place in a beautiful white or black glass-enclosed hearse pulled by our beautiful Percheron in white. Our elegant replicas of an 1850s style hearse can accommodate a standard and oversized casket.
Give your loved one a classic and elegant recognition with a horse-drawn hearse for the funeral procession. for pricing and scheduling information.
FUNERAL PROCESSION DETAILS
Every service is customized to fit your needs and requests. Our drivers travel at a comfortable walking pace so that mourners of all ages are able to participate in the final procession. Here are a few options and details you can expect from our drivers, horses, and hearse.
- Drivers wear formal attire with a top hat and a dark suit, or a black suit.
- Available for funeral services in the Southwest Florida area (Lee, Collier, Hendry, Port Charlotte, Sarasota) and throughout the state of Florida.
- Prior to any event, the horses are bathed, brushed, groomed and combed. Their hooves are inspected and maintained. During the procession, a diaper and a bum bag will be used to catch horse droppings.
Due to the increasing demand, please confirm the hearse availability before a service time and date has been scheduled. Please have your funeral director for the arrangements.
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
A horse and carriage ride is the perfect way to celebrate any special occasion. It’s a unique way to bring people together and enjoy a peaceful experience while having fun.
If you are getting married, our Vis-à-vis wedding carriage are a beautiful way to make a grand entrance and exit. We also have horse-drawn hearse that give a classic and dignified variation to a funeral procession. Whether your next event is a Quinceañera or Sweet 16, corporate function, parade, or just for fun, Elite Celebration Carriage will ensure a professional and flawless horse and carriage ride for you and your guests.
MINIATURE HORSE AND PONY RIDES FOR CHILDREN’S BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Be the talk of town by adding to your child’s birthday party a Miniature Horse ride, that is guarantee to be fun and enjoyable for the rest of the kids attending. Our Miniature horse is great with kids, they can pet, ride and take pictures with them. Please reserve today, a minimum of 2 days required for booking. Call us today for price and availability.
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