Chateau at Coindre Hall

t into making Coindre Hall shine is amazing. Getting married in the fall we weren't sure if we could have an outdoor ceremony, last minute we did and the employees were out there leaf blowing away to make it perfect. If the seperate dancing and dining makes you nervous (I cerainly was) don't worry! I got so many compliments on how nice it was to have a quite place to relax and the dance floor was still PACKED all night. Second, the food was amazing. I have very picky family and they are still telling me how good the food was. Saving the best for last, John our maitre d'. After reading all the glowing reviews of John I thought i knew what to expect but he blew us away. He went above and beyond what we could have imagined. He was everywhere. My FIL was ill and needed to sit often, he was joking that John must have pulled chairs out of his pocket because he always had a place for him to sit. I can't express how happy we are that he was part of our day. He took all the stress and guess work out of it, the day went smoother than I could have imagined. My now husband is very hard to impress, and he is still raving over how great John is. You are in amazing hands.

considered off season and we were able to sign up for a package that included the DJ, florist, photographer, limo and wedding cake. The stress of finding vendors was gone! The hall itself is exquisite. It’s natural decor is enough for all of your photos. And the staff is incredible. Every single person who works there made sure we had the most perfect day. John Schlenke was the main person we worked with there and he was so kind, helpful and accommodating. We added last minute changes to our contract and he made them all with no questions asked. From the moment we walked through the door on wedding day he was by our side guiding us to the next step. George was his assistant and he was also so kind and helpful. I don’t know what we would have done without this team. They were everything we needed and made sure everything was perfect. I will be recommending Coindre Hall to anyone I can! I’m still getting calls 2 days later telling me what an amazing wedding it was- the food and atmosphere were great. We couldn’t have asked for more!

ng was superb. Months - I mean two and three months after the event - friends still tell me it was the best wedding they ever attended. Food was excellent. The steaks rivaled steakhouse meals. The setting provided us with warmth and intimacy, while also allowing for us to have a high-energy celebration. Our host, John, was attentive to our needs right from our first visit. I highly recommend this venue. No more children to marry off, but I wonder if John would like to handle our fiftieth wedding anniversary celebration...

d’ at the actual reception. Looking back, that was the first of many indications of the high level of attention and service we would receive at Coindre Hall. Not only is Coindre Hall an enchanting venue, which takes you back in time to a beautiful era on the Gold Coast of Long Island, it is an exclusive one, which means, one wedding party per day. It is a wonderful feeling to walk into a venue at the start of your wedding reception and feel like you own the place—and that was my experience at Coindre Hall. You would be hard pressed to find, on Long Island or really anywhere, another exclusive venue in the same price range. Throughout the process leading up to our wedding, John showed us the utmost attention in answering questions and resolving every aspect of the wedding reception plans. In John, we found the consummate professional and someone who truly cared about making our special day the best it could be. John was even able to do some additional landscaping around the venue, at my request. Do I need to say more?! Oh yes, the food—excellent variety and delicious! Simply put, if you are looking for superlative service and attention to detail; housed within a beautiful and intimate venue; look no further than Coindre Hall! You will not be disappointed!

tened, offered advice and personally cared about the wants and happiness of the couple and parents. He met with us, the parents, and the bride and groom to give us the overview of the facility at our convenience. He spoke in detail to the bride and groom and asked them what they wanted on their big day. The entire affair was planned according to their wishes and turned out to be a unique and beautiful wedding! We highly recommend this facility and if possible to request John.

ul, quiet presence was exactly what a a bridal party and mother of the bride needs!! He had our backs throughout the entire day. When things were about to happen, such as the cutting of the cake, Jon was there to give me a heads up so I didn't miss a beat. The ceremony was held outside, in front of the castle. Guests were seated on the lawn and bride and groom and bridal party were in front of an enormous, graceful tree. The majestic castle is just lovely, with ample space to allow the party to flow from room to room. The band was in an attached yet separate room so conversations were easily heard in the dining room-genius idea! Lessings provided excellent, organized service with delicious food selections. It takes a lot for this fussy MOB to find something good enough for my daughter and this was truly magical.

150 people. The best part of Coindre Hall is John Schlenke and his team. John worked tirelessly to ensure our day went smoothly. You can tell he truly loves his job and cares for each couple that is getting married at Coindre Hall. Our day would not have been the same without him. Thank you John!!

was literally perfect. The venue itself is the most unique place I've seen for a wedding- the moment we walked through this place, we immediately knew we had to be married here. John and George were attentive, made sure that our every whim was taken care of with white glove service. He ensured we had time to eat, time to take in the little moments in the hectic whirlwind of the day. The food was amazing. We got to try the duck, the steak, and the shrimp and I don't know which one was my favorite because they were all fantastic.

ade sure everything was just perfect on the big day. The food was delicious and we had guests complimenting us on the menu all night! We booked with Coindre Hall's off-season vendor package and we were thrilled with the DJ, florist, bakery and transportation that was included!! I would highly recommend going this route if it's available. My husband and I are still glowing and we owe so much of that happiness to the staff at Coindre Hall for giving us the most amazing wedding!!

ng, we reached out to several venues throughout NYC and LI and we either didn’t get a response or the details we received didn’t match our criteria. Within minutes after reaching out to Coindre Hall, we received a response! The second we walked in, we fell in love with the venue. We loved the fact that it feels like home, and the history behind it! Coindre Hall only allows one event per day which is a huge plus. Our guests also loved being able to explore the entire venue throughout the entire reception and they really loved that the dancing is separate from the dining room! Part of our criteria during our venue hunt, was being able to have our dog with us during the wedding and Coindre Hall allowed that! My husband and I were able to book the very last day of their off season all inclusive wedding package. The package includes: a discounted rate per head for the first 100 guests, photography, florist, cake, limo and DJ. We also had the ability to opt out of any of the vendors (we chose not to opt out of any) and we were also able to upgrade any of the vendor packages (we upgraded a few). There are several perks of going with the vendors in the package: all of the vendors know each other, so they all worked well together to make our day amazing, and we also didn’t have to pay extra for any vendor meals. For couples booked at Coindre Hall, there is a showcase (I believe it happens twice a year). The showcase is a great opportunity to tour around the venue after booking, meet the preferred vendors and have the menu tasting! We had our ceremony on site. All of our guests arrived prior to our ceremony start time, so we began earlier than expected which allowed us to have an extended cocktail hour! John, the maitre d is absolutely amazing. He has been in the business for years and was such an absolute pleasure to work with. It’s clear that he loves what he does! He went above and beyond for not only my husband and I, but my entire family. He constantly made sure that we were having a good time and eating! Our guests can’t stop raving about how beautiful and unique our venue was. For anyone hesitant about the separate dancing/ dining room, it worked out extremely well. We had cocktail tables set up in the room with dancing for anyone who wants to watch, but it was also a big plus for our guests to have the ability to let loose and have fun without feeling like they were on display. Our older guests also enjoyed being able to have conversations in the dining room without having to talk loudly over the music.

he dining room while the DJ, was entertaining the guests in the dancing area. Our host John and George where very attentive, and made our Daughters special day perfect. Can’t say enough kind words for the Chateau or John and George.

quests, and an overall pleasure to work through all those little wedding details. The day of our wedding, John and his staff performed above and beyond any of our expectations. They had the venue looking absolutely stunning. John was quick and polite in answering/attending to day of requests and details. He even helped me tie my bowtie! Once the event began, John was incredible. Guests were pleased and taken care of through cocktail hour. Dinner was presented and served with ultimate professionalism. Through the end of the night, Coindre Hall staff continued to deliver on all expectations. Absolutely amazing venue, staff, and experience for our big day!

space, especially Cloisters and Courtyard, and we decided to have our smaller wedding reception in the Crystal Ballroom, which borders both. On our wedding day/night, the whole place looked truly magical. With tables set and candles glowing, and interior was gorgeous, and with sun setting outside, the exterior and courtyard twinkled with little lights. Our guests raved over how lovely and classy our wedding was. John Schlenke (maitre d) is super helpful, upbeat / always smiling, and flexible with plans. He went above and beyond to have stumps removed from the lawn outside, at my husband's request (wow, thanks again, John!). On the night of the wedding, he kept everything running smoothly and was very patient with us even though we were running late due to photos. The food is delicious: we recommend the quiche (homemade crust, delicious!) and the salmon and chicken (both moist and tender)! We had a blast at Coindre Hall and have wonderful wedding memories. <3

reat South Bay. They are beautiful venues- don’t get me wrong! But when it came to my wedding I didn’t want it to blend in with all the others. My (very patient) fiancé and I had seen 11 venues before our appointment at Coindre Hall and they all seemed like all of the other local weddings I had been to (again, all beautiful- but the repetition was uninspiring). I was becoming gradually disappointed by the idea that if you want something different you have to pay a vastly higher price to get married out east at a vineyard, or in the city for something industrial, or just leave the island all together. Immediately upon entering Coindre Hall I knew I had found my venue. The grounds, the views, the freaking castle! Everything fell into place. We had our ceremony on the front lawn under the big central tree. Our florist draped white curtains and strands of flowers with twinkle lights intwined from the branches. It was perfect. Our guests raved about the romantic and historical feel inside the venue with views overlooking the harbor from the top of the hill. The food was outstanding and all of the staff treated us like you would hope to be treated on the best day of your life. We were pleasantly unsurprised by this since amazing customer service had been our experience since the beginning. John Schlenke, our maitre d’/wedding coordinator was by our side from the first meeting until the final moments of the reception. He couldn’t have been a better communicator/organizer/orchestrator/and fielder of every ball thrown by us or our (very loving but also very critical) mothers. I can’t say enough about his professionalism and genuine drive to deliver an incredible experience through and through. Our wedding day was truly the best day of our lives and Coindre Hall was the heart of it all. We could not be happier, couldn’t recommend it more, and will certainly be back to visit and relive the memory of the day we became husband and wife. A couple of more things I want to touch on— 1. We weren’t thrilled with the food at the bridal showcase; but John ensured us that the day-of food would be perfect and he was 100% right. Our menu choices were the prime rib, duck, and salmon. They gave us one of each plate so we could try everything and all 3 dishes were fantastic. If you’re a food critic I can say with confidence you will be impressed! 2. One aspect of Coindre Hall that bothered my mother-in-law and came up as questionable in some of the reviews I had read was the dancing room being in a separate space than the dining room. Let me tell you that there wasn’t a period of time that our dance floor wasn’t packed. If you have a dancing crowd you will have no trouble getting people out of their seats. It’s one thing hearing it from venue staff but another from someone who experienced it— it won’t be a problem. Rest assured!! So if you couldn’t already tell I’m a very happy bride who is in love with her wedding venue— all the best luck in becoming the same!! Xo

tos at the venue because it is that stunning, and the pictures and scenery provided a perfect backdrop to our love. There were lots of different spaces to take beautiful pictures, including the front of the chateau, as well as the stair case and courtyard which we used for our first look. John is the most professional and knowledgable Maitre D. He answered every question I had by email or otherwise and knew exactly how this uniquely set up venue would work for our guests. Our ceremony was on the main lawn under a beautiful tree on the property. It was our dream to get married under a tree, so I am very glad we were able to use that space. The venue has many spaces for cocktail hour, dinner and for dancing. We loved that you didn't get stuck into one big room, you were able to see the historic architecture while you enjoyed hot passed hors d'oeuvre. Our guests were easily moved from one space to another and were able to participate in all of the activities of the evening. The Chateau only has one event at a time and that made me feel better while planning for pictures and deliveries of flowers. We got married on the hottest day in New York this year and all of my guests felt very comfortable during our outdoor ceremony. John made sure guests had a drink as they were waiting for the ceremony to start. They felt comfortable and could not stop raving about the food and ambiance the venue brought. There was SO MUCH FOOD! All of it delicious. Our guests have not stopped talking about how wonderful and bountiful the food was. The menu options are elevated and elegant, making for a very classy event. We opted for a seafood bar heavy on oysters and John and his staff delivered. They were hand shucked to order! I loved that we got one of each entree, which my favorite was the duck. The bar was always well stocked and we even were able to have a signature cocktail, made specially for us. We also got an ice cream bar and my guests (all adults) were loving it. The line wrapped around the ballroom with people waiting for ice cream and various toppings included. Also there was cake and a Neapolitan stack of cookies and desserts. All of the events of the night ran smoothly and everyone was able to have the night of their lives! Anything I asked John for he delivered. If you want a show stopping wedding where all of your guests will be wowed by food and service, plus a gorgeous iconic place to get married than this Chateau is your place!

f our decor a few days before and left it in his hands to set it up as he saw fit- and our venue looked gorgeous! He reassured us throughout the whole process and when our wedding day came along, it truly was stress free. Along with our captain George, he made sure we had drinks in our hands and actually sat down to eat some of our food! Our guests cannot stop raving about the expansive cocktail hour- there was SO much delicious food. We added a raw bar which was a huge hit. We chose two signature drinks and the bartenders made them exactly as we requested. The venue itself is gorgeous... it was too cold to take pictures outside (which was disappointing because the grounds are gorgeous) but luckily there were more than enough areas indoors to take pictures. Guests loved the unique layout. Our wedding was truly a dream and I wish we could do it all over again.

k you for the improvs and unexpected pieces...we appreciated the patience and understanding. We feel so fortunate to have been able to celebrate our day in such a beautiful space. Everything was so wonderful, and we couldn’t ask for more ❤️

was so easy to work with and was there all day if we needed anything! And everything was packed up and ready for us to go at the end of evening! Truly could not be any happier with the day.

creative and special ways, and yet it remains a sense of intimacy. The food is just incredible and they have several bar points throughout the venue space to accommodate guests. Our guests were so well taken care of, and some even got a tour of the venue! I was an international bride, originally from NY and now living in London. Finding the right, special venue for our guests travelling internationally, and for local family and friends we don't often get to see was extremely important. Coindre Hall really delivers. And we have to say a huge thank you to John for everything he did to make our wedding day so, so special. It could not have gone any better and this is largely down to John and his team. The attention he gave to us as the bride and groom, our guests and the event itself was exceptional. There were so many little things that John did that really made a difference to us and the way he looked after us was amazing. Planning a wedding from overseas is challenging, but John never made it so. He is so responsive, professional and helpful, full of great suggestions and support. We can't recommend Coindre Hall enough. Meghan & Steve

ried here! It was awesome!

n was great all the way up to the week before the wedding. John was even so kind as to pack up our leftovers for us for the next day. The food was great about 80% of the time. There were some dishes that could be improved, but we were overall very happy.

ion is perfectly designed for a lovely flow allowing guests to explore from one room to the next as the evening unfolds. We loved that we were able to personalize the space with family photos and some of our own decorations. You could almost imagine what it would have been like to attend a party there in the 1920s. The food was excellent, and the chef was able to accommodate the bride's dietary restrictions without compromising on taste or creativity. In addition to being the perfect setting, Coindre Hall boasts a fantastic staff, particularly the maitre d' John. Throughout planning, John was always available to answer questions or provide some helpful guidance. On the big day he kept everything moving at a perfect pace and always made sure that we had something to eat and drink. We used the house preferred vendors and were extremely pleased with them. All of our guests told us that it was one of the best weddings they'd ever attended. We had an absolute ball and are so thankful we chose Coindre Hall. We could not imagine a more perfect day.

at one of the showcases, he made me feel very at ease, and has a personality of just wanting to make the bride happy. I booked pretty quickly and was so happy that there was a Saturday available. Everything turned out perfect! My guests raved about the food and the authentic vibe. I had close to their limit, and was really worried about the dinner in one area and dancing in other, but everyone loved that part! Definitely book your wedding here, you will not regret it! Also their recommended vendors were top not notch too! I have nothing but great things to say about Bella flowers, party up productions, and selfie stick shot photo booth.

e and the food! The maitre de, John, is outstanding -- he is nice, calm, and incredibly organized. We did not have to worry about a single thing because John had it all covered (he even tracked the radar and knew we could have the ceremony outside despite warnings of rain). Everything was perfect and I recommend this venue 100%.

r is the best! He was very helpful with all our concerns and ideas. He answers back very quickly with emails and also VERY accommodating. You would be crazy to not book your wedding here. Everyone is still talking about our wedding as the best wedding everyone has been to! Our dream came true!

riage advice too!). Our Maitre’D John Schlenke was absolutely that person, I vividly remember my wife & I coming out of our menu choosing day w John blown away with his professionalism. John calls the weddings, “his wedding”, and he takes it as seriously as that. He gave us amazing ideas to make the night special, and guided us along the way. He was responsive and timely to every annoying question we asked. When it was showtime, John was always there to lead us in the right direction, make sure we were well fed, and was up to the task of dealing w 160+ ppl who had martinis during cocktail hour. As for the venue, I’m sure you’ve seen pictures, but it’s visually stunning and gives the guests a whole different feel to a typical wedding. Multiple rooms to explore and enjoy throughout the ceremony, but still with an intimate feel. And the dance floor being off the dining room worked out perfect, we had most everyone out there when it came time to party. Also your views of the beautiful trees and Long Island sound are amazing from the dining area. Plus...what’s better than getting married in a castle! The cocktail hour is something special, we added on raw & martini bar (like 15 different types of martinis) and it was a hit. You also get an endless amount of different appetizer choices to overwhelm your guests with as they explore the multitude of beautiful rooms and courtyards around them. People raved about it and John was nice enough to usher us to an outside table on the patio w two dishes he prepared for us (life saving stuff after a martini or two as guests mob you). Dinner is made to order and presented perfectly. The service for dinner is fancy, coordinated dinner reveals for the full table is a nice touch! So hopefully by my note, you can tell that if you’re between a few venues my recommendation is don’t be, choose this one you won’t be disappointed it will be a magical day. Ps—we did the wedding package and all of the vendors (Tommy the DJ, Park Ave studios-Brian, Tom & Bill & our florist Amanda from Village florist) were all wonderful too.

e and place 2 deer mounts at the hall. We also made a place card table setting and he was so accommodating to us because we kept running late and he actually waited for us to set that up on Friday night. During the wedding day, he keep checking on us and make sure we eat and have enough time for our guests as we changed clothes 3 times. I'm not sure if it's the most difficult wedding he had, but we would recommend Coindre Hall in a heart beat. Our guests told us all the servers were very attentive and the food was AMAZING! The Chateau Briand was so tasty and the Long Island duck was good as well. My husband loved the salmon. Plenty of drinks without any wait. It was raining that day, so we end up having the wedding indoor, but we really wanted to do the sparklers. John helped us set it up at the end when the rain stopped. Overall, it was a magical night. Thank you John and your wonderful stuffs for all your help.

helped make the wedding a True " Once upon a time in a Enchanted Forest" wedding. The atmosphere and the Food was incredible. John and his staff, were the best, helping all of the guest all of the time. I have never found any other venue on Long Island with the excellent service we received! I will tell anyone, "If you want a really true experience, go to Coindre Hall and make sure you ask for John.

fect for photos, the ceremony, and of course the reception. I had been at events at The Three Village Inn- which is the same chef and catering service and knew the food would be excellent, and we were not disappointed. All of our guests commented on the beauty of the Chateau and how amazing the food was- and there was so much of it. We liked how many choices there were when we were planning the menu and how easy and helpful the staff made things. The maitre'd and staff were flawless. It was a perfect event.

aitre d leading up to and the day of (including the servers) were such a pleasure to work with, they all really enjoy what they do and want to make your day as perfect as possible! I 100% recommend Coindre Hall as a Wedding venue!!!!

o start, if you want an outdoor wedding on Long Island, this is the place to do it. It does not need ANYTHING. The tree that you get married under and the surrounding area is beautiful. Many of venues have what feel like fake settings, but this was quite and beautiful. From there, the cocktail hours is huge, with an amazing selection of food and enough seats for over 100 people. Your guest get to walk all around the venue, from the atrium garden, to the second floor and seats on the front deck. Then, the introduction - everyone standing and gathered in the ballroom made it so special. The energy that was felt in that room cannot be matched. By having the dancing in a separate area made everyone want to get up and dance! And the older people loved that they could sit and hear each other talk. There are so many amazing places for photos as well. John - the maitre d - is like no other person I have ever met. He was EVERYWHERE, organized, calm and just on top of everything. He made everything run perfect, gave invaluable feedback and we completely trusted him. If you don't book your wedding here, you are missing out on the most one of a the best venues on Long Island. Catering halls are all the same, this place knocks it out of the park.

say another good things about Coindre Hall! We got married 10/20/17.

vel of service & the main course presentation AND flavor! All of our guests raved about the food & loved the venue! We got married on 9/22/2017 and chose to have a daytime reception. One minor concern that we had was that our guests wouldn't know where to mingle, due to the unique layout of Coindre Hall. This should have never been a concern...our guests loved finding their own space within the venue to mingle & catch up with family & friends. It was exactly what we were looking for; a venue that feels like home, with all the same warmth & hospitality! Coindre Hall is a great venue for all ages; our nieces & cousins had a great time exploring the space. They enjoyed themselves just as much as our older guests! Another simple but meaningful touch we requested to have was a to-go coffee station as our guests were leaving. John and his staff went above & beyond throughout the entire day. Thank you, thank you, thank you for helping us celebrate our big day & making it such a laid back & fun atmosphere. We truly appreciate all of the attention & time the team at Coindre Hall spent making our wedding dreams come true! God Bless, Virginia & William Lee

y and I wouldn't have changed one thing. Perfection.

were amazed at how beautiful the venue was and how well put together all of the details were!!! The food was amazing and plentiful!

cooked, the staff was accommodating and the venue was stunning. It truly goes down as one of the best weddings I've ever attended.

only event of the day. They're not hosting other weddings or functions that day and the sole focus is on your event. John was absolutely fantastic. He was always prompt and helpful when answering emails leading up to the day of our wedding. The day of, he was always present throughout the night and kept everything flowing wonderfully. Many guests commented that the night flowed so perfectly and there was a perfect amount of time for each part: from the cocktail hour to dinner to dancing. I loved the space for our ceremony as well! Beautiful lawn out front and we were married underneath a big tree (great for lots of shade for guests). The food was AMAZING and there was so much of it!! We got many compliments on how perfectly everything was cooked and how it tasted. More than ten guests also said how it was the best wedding they had ever been to. It was the perfect place!

ood and service were incredible. The drinks were perfect. We had about 150 guests and no one was ever waiting for a drink. My guests danced the entire time. John Schelnke is wonderful!! So helpful and knowledgeable. I wish we could do it all again so we could re-live it. If you want a unique wedding venue that isn't like all the other cookie-cutter venues, than this is for you!!

the food and drinks were delicious! The building is beautiful and the pictures turned out great!

whole process. He also has many years of experience and he was so helpful and professional. I planned the whole wedding myself so I felt very grateful to have someone like him that I could trust. On the wedding day of, he ran around and made sure everything was placed correctly, guests were entertained, and it really gave me a peace of mind. I didnt have to worry much on my wedding day other than my vow. I love the venue. Coindre Hall reminds me of our vacation in Colmar, France. It has history, uniqueness, and a cozy feel. The guests were absolutely in love with the place. I didnt put in a photo booth, because why take pictures with fake background when you have a gorgeous castle like this one. Second, we picked this place because the venue only serves one wedding a day and we had the flexibility to time the wedding. Most of my guests have kids, so we wanted to come early and leave early. Most importantly, the venue has a huge parking lot next door, which makes it so convenient. We also had the ceremony outside the lawn. It was so quiet and romantic. We didnt even need a mic to speak our vows. During reading the vows, we had half the guests crying : ) Going into the wedding planning process, I had a mindset that not everything will turn out the way it will go but I did make a few very good decisions that made the wedding as smooth as it was. And one of them was definitely picking this venue.  Brides, if you are planning a wedding, please remember to have a open mind. Thats definitely helped me so much and things will work out in return. Happy Planning.

f us have ever had. I can't believe how fast the night went and how flawless it was. I hope others get married here because it'll be the best decision you make.

o... We are so appreciative of everything you've done to help make our wedding the incredible memory that it was! Everyone was saying how you and the staff could not do enough for everyone. There really were nothing but compliments coming out of all our guests. This was by far the most amazing day and we have to thank you for that! We hope to work with you again in the future. Thank you again for absolutely everything...we can't find the right words to express just how perfect everything was! So appreciative!!!!!!

azing! My guests and my bridal party loved the flow and different experience of the space. It did not feel like a run of the mill wedding, my guest said it was being apart of something special. I wish i could get married again, or someone i know gets married here so i can go back again.

party. Since we had a Halloween wedding, there were a lot of weird requests from us, from our friends... (we had zombies, "a love demon", set off a fire alarm... overall it was a crazy wedding!) and John was very helpful and patient through out the madness. John was very attentive, always answering our questions and going out of his way to ease our minds when we were uncertain about something. He even took the time to bring me a plate of food during cocktail hour and make me eat (I would have never done it on my own, I was so overwhelmed). Overall John and his team went above and beyond for us, the venue was amazing and we could not be more grateful!

at it is. He worked closely with us during the 1.5 years leading up to our wedding. I emailed him countless times and he was always so prompt to respond and very patient and helpful. He helps make all of your dreams/ideas come true. John was so great on our wedding day. He was so organized and had every moment planned so that we didn't have to worry about anything. He worked very well with our other vendors and ensured that everything went smoothly. I really can't say enough about how wonderful John is! The weather on our wedding day was absolutely perfect and the front lawn was beautiful for the ceremony. Coindre Hall is a perfect wedding venue! It is unique, stunning and has so much charm. I loved having different areas for each part of the wedding: outside for the ceremony, the cocktail hour rooms, the dining room and the ballroom. This allows people to explore this beautiful building and not be stuck in one room all night, yet it still feels very intimate. There is only one wedding per day, so you get the venue all to yourself. I used the bridal suite to get ready with my bridesmaids. My husband and I did our "first look" in the courtyard. It was the perfect setting and our photos and video look amazing. There are so many great photo opportunities at Coindre Hall. Our photographer was able to get so many great shots. The reception was so much fun! The staff is amazing and worked so hard throughout the night. The catering is provided by Three Village Inn and the food was so delicious. Our guests loved the food and no one went hungry. There is so much food between the cocktail hour, dinner and dessert. I could go on and on about how great this venue is. Every guest said it was the best venue and wedding they have ever been to. I highly recommend Coindre Hall!

actly what we wanted - not your cookie cutter Long Island wedding hall, but an actual landmark with beautiful views of the harbor in the back. Our guests appreciated the venue too and many commented on what a beautiful choice of venue we made. But most importantly, we would like to praise our maitre'd, John, for his hard work and patience in making sure all our wishes were accommodated and making our big day run smoothly. From our first meeting, John assured us we were in good hands and he delivered on his promise. He listened to our requests, took notes and turned them into reality. Even though we had a lot of non traditional ideas for our wedding and were very particular about details, he didn't discourage us or try to force his vision on us but rather did everything he could to make it happen the way we wanted it, and it paid off - we ended up having a great party and best memories! John was responsive to our emails and calls from the moment we booked until the day of the wedding and was flexible about last minute guest list and seat assignment changes, which we really appreciated. The food was fantastic as well and we've got a number of compliments from our guests about the food.

champagne and allowed to roam the grounds uninhibited. There is such an intimacy to the place that you’ll feel as though it truly is yours. The soul of it though, in my personal experience, was John, our event coordinator. To say John is diligent is an understatement – he knows his venue inside and out. My husband and I found John to be such a calming presence, from the first time we met him, until the day of our wedding. He created a beautiful ambiance, catered to our every need (without us even having to ask) and commanded his staff to make sure that each and every guest was attended to. The combination of the venue and its service is invaluable and I strongly recommend it for your wedding!

m for both the cocktail hour and dinner. George made sure everything in the dining room went smoothly throughout the evening. The hardworking staff prepared all rooms and the outdoor ceremony exactly as the couple requested with the personal touches they brought in. And then there is John. A more patient and accommodating person you will not find to guide you through the planning process. Every detail was attended to without having to ask and done so in a calm and willing manner. If I could make any suggestion as to the venue itself, it would be to eventually update the downstairs restrooms. In short, The Chateau at Coindre Hall is a hidden gem that should be considered by every couple looking for a unique wedding. The ability to have the entire mansion for the evening, using the different rooms for cocktails, dancing or simply to explore is an experience that should not be missed. Kathy S October 23, 2015 wedding

hroughout the night we had dancing for people who wanted to dance, and those who wanted to hang out and talk were able to do that too. Additionally, the hall and grounds are absolutely stunning. This is an amazing place to get married!

cious and they offered a variety of menu options. They are constantly updating their menu and we were able to customize everything to our liking, including last minute changes when we tried something new at one of their showcases. The perfectly kept grounds were perfect for pictures prior to cocktail hour. This venue is unique as the dinning room is separate from the dance floor. This turned out to be beneficial for our large sized party to dance the night away. The spacious venue allowed guests to walk freely and explore the chateau. We highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for their fairytale wedding!

Manager John Schlenke. From finding us the perfect arch for our ceremony to reassuring an allergic family member that there would be no trace of nuts anywhere, he went out of his way at every turn to help us get our day just right. He is kind, patient and incredibly good at his job. As an anxious bride, I really think it made all the difference that we picked a venue with such an amazing manager.

The grounds are absolutely breathtaking and we LOVED how the venue took place in different rooms - and how our guests had access to the whole mansion (inside and outside) throughout the night. We did not want to have our wedding in a typical one-room catering hall like most of the Long Island weddings. Our wedding was the best day of our lives, and we can't imagine having it anywhere else other than Coindre Hall. John, the Catering Director and Maitre' D was amazing throughout the entire process. Kind, professional, flexible, and reliable... he was always there to answer all of our questions and accommodate to all of our requests. On the wedding day, I completely trusted him to oversee everything and he did an amazing job. To John and Lessings, thank you SO much for making our wedding a dream come true!

didn't have to choose what dinner we wanted to eat, we got them all. The whole staff was wonderful, very attentive, we never had to get up and get drinks and if we wanted something different all we had to do was ask. The whole day was amazing, I couldn't have dreamed of a better wedding.

. Been waiting to hear from insurance company for weeks now. My poor girl is scared to eat out now. Such a shame.

esidential area overlooking the harbor. We met with, our wedding coordinator John and knew right away he was someone we could really trust. He was extremely professional and mild mannered. The wedding planning process was through Lessings/Three Village Inn and also when very smooth, with all payments organized in advanced and easily processed. John took a lot of personal time and attention to helping us plan every detail of our day. He made suggestions for our perfect menu selections and saw that everything went just as we wished. Our wedding day even more that we expected, we didn't have to worry about a thing. Our guests loved the beautiful ceremony, food, the bartenders and service. Some stating "it was that best wedding they'd ever been to". We wouldn't have changed a thing and the Coindre Hall will always be a special place in our hearts.

ke pictures by the water, which is what we did). Also, I couldn't have asked for a better maitre'd (John): from the very beginning when we planned out all the details and schedule of the reception, to the day of the wedding, everything was all about ensuring that we were well-taken care of and that the night ran as smoothly as possible! I will always be grateful!

guests loved the unique layout of Coindre. They LOVED that the reception in was in one room, and the dancing was in an adjoining room. People who wanted to party and dance could do so on the dance floor, and those who wished to talk really liked that they could have a conversation in the reception room without shouting. The food was excellent. Lessings does an outstanding job. Everything we had was hot, delicious and nicely presented. Cocktail hour was great in variety, quality and quantity, as is expected for a Long Island wedding. Dinner was great and well paced. (We chose the pesto shrimp with lobster risotto, duck, and chateaubriand, with butternut squash ravioli for the appetizer) The wedding cake from Black Forest Bakery in Lindenhurst was also great. We had alternating layers – one with chocolate cake and cannoli/black cherry filling, and yellow cake with cappuccino mousse filling. Both awesome. We also had a small groom’s cake with chocolate cake and raspberry fruit & mousse filling – also excellent. Our wedding was at the end of November, and I was initially concerned that the pictures wouldn’t be as pretty because the flowers, lawn, etc would be gone/brown. I am thrilled with the way the pictures turned out. Although it was a little chilly, we braved the cold and took most of our pictures outside. The bare trees framing the water, the yellow leaves on the ground, and the gray skies all looked fantastic. There are equally lovely places inside for photos as well. Much of the credit for this review and the smoothness of the day must go to John Schlenke , the maître d’ (with shout-outs to the ladies in the Lessings office – Faith and Evelyn). John is a professional on every level, and went out of his way to make sure that everything was as perfect as possible for our wedding day. He was patient with all requests, prompt with answers to all emails, and thoughtful in the helpful suggestions that he made. From the moment we arrived after the church on our wedding day, John came out to greet us at the car like we were coming “home”. It made us feel great and was a fun way to start the day. He paced the whole day perfectly, everything flowed, and fortunately, there was nothing about the day that went wrong or that I would have changed. John treats Coindre Hall with the same respect and care that you would treat your own home, and this goes a long way in explaining why Coindre Hall is a classy venue for an elegant and fun Long Island Wedding.

s fabulous and handled everything we needed and more! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a cool, vintage, unique and elegant wedding location.

ess. The cake vendor that's part of the contract was a little rough around the edges but John and his team made up for that minor aggravation. Also, we were almost at capacity so the food service was a little slow moving. I had 160 guests. All and all, everyone had a blast. It's been as least 3 months and I still have guests telling me it was the best wedding they ever attended. Thank you, thank you, thank you for making my dreams come true!

in town. John exceeded our expectations for a maitre d! We were running slightly behind schedule and John was a great help in keeping the group focused and back on track. Having grown up on Long Island, we were looking for a unique venue that my husband and I had not been to before. In addition to that, it was very important to us that we were the only event going on at the venue that day. Not only did Coindre Hall meet all of those requirements, Coindre Hall was the final piece of the puzzle in completing our fairy tale wedding! We had our first look in the courtyard, our ceremony outside on the front lawn and we even got to take personal photos on the back lawn with the harbor in the background! And the best part about using the Lessing Group is not only do they have spectacular venues, the food is equally outstanding! They were flexible with our menu selections and even got sea bass for the groom (which was not on the menu)! Our package came with a wedding cake and after visiting with the bakery, we decided we didn't want to use them. John was very accommodating in letting us bring in a cake from a different bakery. No matter what we write in this review, it will never be sufficient in explaining how exceptionally satisfied we were with Coindre Hall. THANK YOU!

vidualized. The mansion was also represented beautifully in the photos. Our guests have been raving about the food every since :)