A Private Estate

I don't think words can adequately describe how magical of a day our wedding was! The whole weekend felt like an absolute dream. Ripley and Jack go above and beyond to make sure every couple feels special and the day goes perfectly. From the ceremony to the reception everything went seamlessly and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful location. The grounds in June are incredible and there is something about being nestled in the mountains on the river that makes everything feel a bit more magical! A bald eagle even made a guest appearance during our ceremony!! Our guests raved about how beautiful everything was and our stay in the carriage house was the cherry on top!

Despite seeing this location for the first time in the depths of winter with thick snow on the ground it didn't detract from the spectacular view which is stunning. From the moment we met Ripley and her Estate Manager Jack I knew we were in good hands. Alix and Ben wanted an elegant rustic style wedding and that's certainly what they got. We had several meetings on site (including accommodating us on a Sunday as I live in the south) and nothing was too much trouble. Ripley gave us a list of recommended vendors, all excellent. Don't be deterred by the fact there are several moving parts getting guests from the ceremony and cocktail location on the river and up to the barn for dinner. Jack's organization and coordination on the day of the wedding was first class and everything went like clock work. As the mother of the bride I couldn't have wished for a better day and thrilled that my daughter had the wedding she dreamed of. I highly recommend this venue.

Our wedding was at A Private Estate in late May and it was even more spectacular than we could have ever imagined. Ripley was extremely accommodating in showing us the venue, arranging a couple of site visits, and answering all of our questions. Jack is the estate manager and was an absolute superstar behind the scenes ensuring everything ran smoothly on the day. We had our ceremony on the house lawn, the cocktail hour on the tent site, and the reception at the barn so there were a lot of moving pieces but everything worked out great due to the support we received leading up to and on the day. The setting in full greenery is absolutely stunning, we had more than a few guests tell us there were audible gasps as the shuttle bus turned the corner and the view of the Hudson became visible. Would highly recommend having your wedding here if you want a wow factor!!

This place is absolutely magical and my husband and I fell in love with the property on our first visit (Fred the cat helped seal the deal as well!) The view of the Hudson is unbelievable and the privacy and intimacy is unmatched. The most asked question from our guests has been "How did you find this place?!" When my husband and I first saw the property we were astounded at how many options you could have for your whole weekend. There is a stunning historic barn complex on the property where we held our rehearsal dinner and a beautiful tent site, which overlooks the Hudson, which is where we held our reception. It's truly such a unique property to have both of those options available. There is also an option to rent out the carriage house (on the property) and creekside cabin (right off the property) which we decided to do. The convenience of this was so helpful throughout the weekend. Our *only* comment is that there did happen to be a lot of flies in the carriage house, but this is expected to some degree when in the woods. Ripley and Jack (the property manager) could not have been more lovely and friendly to work with and truly went above and beyond for us to make the day special. Jack is truly amazing and so very attentive in making sure that everything is taken care of. You can really tell how much he loves the property and takes such pride in all that he does. We absolutely loved our wedding and this place will always hold a special place in our hearts. Ripley kindly told us that she'd be happy to have us back again and we hope to visit our special spot for years to come. Also noting - for those looking at venues! The photo's here do not do justice to how breathtaking this whole property is. If you're able, go see it for yourself. Meet Fred the cat and fall in love with this magical venue like we did. It was truly perfect.

A totally professional and pleasurable experience from start to finish! From the moment we discovered and viewed A Private Estate, we had no doubt that the spectacular venue was the place we wanted to spend our special day. That initial decisions was based on purely aesthetic first impressions, but the journey from that day to our actual wedding day, and the assistance and help given by the estate owner and the staff who work there, matched that same high standard. Ripley Hathaway, the owner, was consistently responsive and helpful wherever she could be along the initial viewing and into the booking process. It was a pleasure to get to know her and she had great guidance on vendors and all aspects of the wedding day experience, plenty of which we did not think of when we first started planning. As the day approached, Jack, the property manager, along with his team took as much of the potential stress away as they possibly could! Their positive and gracious attitude and damn hard work was both calming and just amazing. On a more practical side, much of the equipment required for the day was included in the overall price (i.e. ceremony & reception chairs). The ability to rent The Carriage House and the Cabin was incredibly useful and very reasonably priced. Our guests who stayed at these venues had only great things to say about them. The ceremony setting and cocktail hours on the banks of the Hudson is just unbeatable. The Barn for the reception was perfect and the 'al fresco' dance floor for the band and then all-night dancing was exactly what we wanted, envisioned, and A Private Estate delivered. I cannot recommend this venue and the people who run it highly enough. Our experience was beyond what we had hoped for - and we have high expectations :)

I recently had the pleasure of shooting at this beautiful property and to say I'm impressed is an understatement. From the barn to the carriage house to the ceremony location on the front lawn, this is an absolute dream venue (and as a wedding photographer, it's truly perfect for photos. The photo spots for portraits and ceremony and even getting ready is incredible!) It's not easy to find a venue that combines gorgeous mountain views overlooking the river, sprawling property, and stunning architecture all in one place! If I could go back in time and pick my wedding venue, this would hands down be it :)

We had our wedding here in July 2018. We loved this venue from the minute we stepped on the property. The view from the front lawn is breathtaking and a perfect backdrop for our wedding. Even though we had some rain during our ceremony, Ripley and Jack handled everything like total pros. Also our guests loved the venue and have not stopped talking about it; the blend of nature, the historic estate, and the barn complex really provides you with an amazing day and experience. Also, Ripley truly loves the property and sharing it for weddings - you don't feel like you're in a venue trying to get couple in and out. You have no other properties in sight and you get the entire weekend to enjoy it. We highly recommend this venue - even the locals says it's the best view in the area!

We had our wedding at A Private Estate in June 2018 and couldn't have been happier with our choice. It's an absolutely stunning location -- sweeping lawns, a stately home, incredible view of the Hudson, and a grand, but cozy barn and patio up on the hill. The owner, Ripley, is wonderful and clearly has such a love for the property and enjoyment of sharing it with others. Jack, the manager, gets so much done behind the scenes, and is a very nice person to work with. The layout creates a really nice flow for your guests. We held our ceremony down by the river on the lower lawn, then had cocktail hour on the upper lawn in front of the house. (We had a large tent nearby for the possibility of rain, which would have also been fine, as you still get the view). Then, we had golf carts take our guests up the hill to the Barn Complex, where we had a tent over the back deck and patio. We held first dances and speeches there, then opened the doors to the barn, which had our beautifully decorated tables and created a great reveal for guests. Then we danced the night away on the back patio. Another bonus of the location is the option to say on-site, which I would highly recommend. Being at the venue is not only relaxing and beautiful, but eliminates a stressful logistical component of your wedding day. The Carriage House is well-cared for, comfortable, and a lovely place for getting ready photos. A Private Estate is a magical place, and I'm so happy we had the chance to get married there.

From the moment we first saw the venue, we knew it was where we needed to get married. From the first tour of the site with Jack to the ongoing interactions with Ripley to the bending over backwards Jack did for us on wedding weekend, everything was A++. It was incredible to have the carriage house and cabin rented as well and we highly recommend utilizing both if you're considering this venue. The setting for the ceremony by the pond and the barn/patio for the reception were perfect and was so convenient to have them in one location. Jack is the absolute best and it truly wouldn't have been as special without him there taking care of everything and making sure we didn't have anything to worry about.

We recently got married at A Private Estate and it was the best decision we ever made. Aside from the venue being absolutely beautiful and unique, Ripley and Jack were super knowledgeable on all things wedding and extremely accommodating. I had no idea what I was doing, Ripley recommended a caterer, wedding planner, baker and florist that turned out to all be amazing. The cottage house that was included in the package was stunning, comfortable and really romantic. It was very convenient for me and my bridesmaids to get ready and walk a few steps to the isle, believe me that is worth a lot when there are so many moving parts. We had our ceremony right on the waterfront, my guests continue to rave about the property and the mesmerizing view from the lawn. We held our reception in the barn on the property which is very elegant and spacious, we even got to enjoy a bonfire on the back patio. The best part about A Private Estate is the ability to have any type of wedding from rustic to elegant, this venue can pull anything off and is affordable. Wedding planning can be very complicated and stressful but Ripley made it seamless with her list of preferred vendors and understanding demeanor. The photos on their site and Facebook page do it no justice, give the place a visit because you cannot capture the beauty of A Private Estate in a photo. I can continue to go on and on about my experience at A Private Estate and I'm probably leaving out a million more details about how Ripley and Jack made the most important day of my life perfect. I would recommend A Private Estate to any couple wanting to have a stress free and memorable wedding. Thank you Ripley and Jack! Chris & Joy Dominique