Elizabeth Furnace

f perfection. The property itself is a true gem – meticulously manicured and unlike anything else in the area. Its unique blend of elegant, gardenesque charm and contemporary touches left us in awe. From the beautifully appointed bridal suite and cozy groom's suite to the enchanting gardens and the classy reception space, this venue was a dream come true. The venue also offered a multitude of unique photo opportunities around every corner, ensuring that our wedding album is filled with stunning memories against a backdrop of natural beauty and architectural elegance. One of the things we loved most was the seamless and all-inclusive experience provided by JDK for catering. Working with Alyssa, both for the venue and catering, was an absolute pleasure. Her unwavering attention to detail, warm and approachable demeanor, and genuine excitement to be part of our wedding day made all the difference. Elizabeth Furnace made our wedding day truly unforgettable. It's a place where timeless beauty meets modern elegance, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. If you're looking for a venue that will surpass your wildest dreams, this is it. Thank you, Elizabeth Furnace, for helping us create a day we will cherish forever!

dding coordinator of my own, the day of the wedding would have been a little disorganized. It ended up thundering during our ceremony and JDK could have moved the tables to a more secure location during this time. This was however not on the forecast so unsure if anyone knew it would actually rain. This left guests running for cover after the ceremony to get away from the rain. Despite this one hiccup, everything else was great about the venue including the food!

as beautiful. Our guests couldn’t believe that was our back up option! The reception barn was perfect, in addition to the bridal suite and grooms quarters! A cherry on top was the wonderful staff from JDK who made it so we didn’t have to lift a finger all day. They were very helpful throughout the day with making a decision about the rain, setting everything up just as we imagined, kept the day moving along according to schedule, and even did all the clean up at the end including putting everything in our cars so we truly could enjoy every last minute of our wedding. Our guests even mentioned how fun and helpful the staff were! 150% would recommend this venue and wish we could do it all over again!

w of the wedding where each "event" Ceremony-cocktail hr- reception was held at a different spot within the venue so no guests ever saw the breaking down or setting up of spaces. Our event planner from JDK Alyssa was cool, calm, and collected and allowed for my ideas, she was responsive and more than helpful leading up to and on the day of, I am laid back and not into frills- and Alyssa understood that. JDK Food was 5 star- I also received many compliments that this was some of the best wedding food guests had ever had.

etings. She made sure the details of our wedding were taken care. The venue is stunning. We were married in the tiered gardens mid April…. Everything was blooming and made for gorgeous photos. It poured on and off the day of my wedding and they let me make the final decision about having it outside within 3.5 hours of the start time. We took a gamble and held it outside and it paid off! The food and cocktails were amazing! Loved that this venue was a BYOB… we were able to take back unopened bottles to our local store and got money back which we all know you usually never get money back from a wedding. I also loved that we weren’t held to meet a minimum headcount. We had 75 guests there, while other venues in NJ that we looked at wanted 130 minimum head count. We only wanted closest family and friends there. The bridal suite was so accommodating. It looked like a beauty bar with wall to wall mirror, high stools, and electrical outlet in every spot. It also had a private bathroom for the bride abs bridesmaids to use and plenty of counter space and a mini fridge! I can not say enough about this place! It’s romantic, rustic, and charming and our guests raved about it and didn’t mind traveling outside of state to see this gorgeous vision of a venue! Love, Heather and Don Grasso

we did not need to look any further. We canceled our other venue tours and booked with them the following week. Not only did the breathtaking grounds help with our decision, but the exclusive JDK group hosting as catering and event staff sealed the deal. On our wedding day, the bridal and groom's suites were the perfect size for getting ready and also spaced out so we were not running into each other before the ceremony. Many of our guests and family members approached us during and after the wedding stating how beautiful the venue was. We would not have been happier at any other venue.

the staff at JDK took care of every detail and executed flawlessly, leading to a relaxing and carefree day for all. Highly recommend Elizabeth Furnace!

go with Elizabeth Furnace for your special day you and your guests will have an experience they will always remember in the best way!

/decor. The wedding day was better than I could have imagined, everything was so beautiful! Our guests had a blast and were very impressed by the venue and food.

ather were great. It is in a rural location so their was no noise or light pollution to worry about. The exclusive caterer (JDK) was one I would have picked anyways, and they were amazing. Highly recommend!

had a tent outside the stable with food stations and games. The guests could easily move from indoor air conditioning to mingling and games outdoors. JDK was amazing, they were easy to work with, accommodating our ideas for a more mix and mingle event. The food was amazing and beautifully displayed. JDK also did the flowers for us, we requested wildflowers and again it was perfect for the vibe we were looking for. I would 100% recommend Elizabeth Furnace - It was the Best EVER!

ily with our coordinator to create the day that we had always imagined. The day of the wedding, the staff took care of the decorations and guests so that my husband and I could just simply enjoy our day and they did an amazing job! Their in-house decorations complimented our vision perfectly. Our guests are still talking about the beautiful setting and the delicious food. I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else; this venue is absolutely breathtaking! Highly recommend!!

timeless elegance that is most unique, together with all the appropriate modern amenities. The grounds are meticulously manicured and the myriad of historic stone structures have been beautifully restored and provide a grand backdrop. My favorite was the stable adorned with magnificent chandeliers, where the dinner reception was held. The tiered lawns, perennial gardens and fruit trees made for a dramatically beautiful spot for the garden wedding and elegant cocktail reception. The menu was superb, and the event staff carefully orchestrated every detail with the greatest precision. It was a magical, unforgettable evening!

e JDK event team were very responsive and caring throughout the whole process, and the day-of execution was flawless. Bravo Elizabeth Furnace, and thank you for a wonderful, stress-free experience!

beautiful assortment of flowering beds between the tiers, a dozen beautifully restored colonial-era stone buildings with slate and wood shingle roofs scattered throughout the property, and old-growth woodlands surrounding the 34-acre property. As my now husband and I are history buffs, we were excited to learn that the property was originally a colonial village built in the 1750's to support the iron furnace operation which made wood stoves and then munitions for the Continental Army during the American Revolution. The property's historical importance is reflected in the fact that it is one of only 2,000 Registered National Historic Landmarks in the country. Yet 4 years of meticulous updates to the property have transformed it into a full service wedding venue with all the requisite modern amenities. The bridal suite was very modern with floor to ceiling windows, an entire wall of mirrors and counter for makeup & hair, and comfy seating. The groom party had their own modern house to get ready. The reception stable was fully climate controlled which was important given that the weather was unusually hot that day. We were married outside in the tiered gardens, but it was extremely comforting to know that EF also has wonderful indoor options as well in case of rain. The JDK team was a pleasure to work with from the outset and took care of every detail. They are the venue's exclusive caterer, and our guests all raved about the hors d'oeuvres and food. In addition, we used them for bar service, flowers, tables, chairs and table settings. All their products and services were top-notch, and it seemed so much less stressful than hiring individual vendors for those services. They also provided a day-of-event lead which saved us from hiring and paying for an outside wedding coordinator. While we at first thought JDK's quote seemed a little high, we came to the conclusion that they were really a good value when we took the time to understand all the other products and services that were included in addition to the food catering. In summary, I can't recommend Elizabeth Furnace highly enough. The property is truly unique and JDK was a joy to work with. We couldn't have asked for anything more - Thank you! And if you have guests from out of town, Rock Lititz Hotel and The Wilbur are two recently constructed hotels 5 minutes down the road in Lititz. Our guests thought the hotels were great, and Lititz is a quaint, walkable town with wonderful food options and artisan shops. In 2013 it was voted "Coolest Small Town in America"!

y. It was easy to get to and had plenty of parking. The JDK catering group we worked with was incredibly professional, friendly, and experienced. They made the entire process easy and FUN for us. They were communicative and maintained a great attitude all year long. We looked forward to every visit to the venue. I wouldn't even know where to begin with describing the decorations and food! Everything was stunning and the food was "the best wedding food" many of our guests ever had. We would recommend Elizabeth Furnace and the JDK Group to any love birds looking for not only a gorgeous wedding venue but an amazing overall planning experience.

t so beautiful, but there were many options for where we could have the reception and ceremony, outdoor and indoor options for both. This was important to me because having everything outdoors makes me nervous knowing it could downpour. We ended up getting married in the stunning, lush Coleman Gardens and having our reception on the lawn due to COVID rules. My husband loved the grooms quarters for him and his boys, and the bridal suite had everything my girls and I needed to prepare for the day, including a whole wall of mirrors with a countertop for doing makeup and hair, a kitchenette, private bathroom, and couches to relax. Our pictures turned out beautiful thanks to wide variety of backdrops this property provides, like the stone walls of the barns, barn doors, woods, gardens, the wrap-around porch, and pond—there is not an angle at this venue that doesn’t have wonderful photo opportunity. I want to thank the team at Elizabeth Furnace for all your care and attention to detail on our big day. It truly was the best day of our lives, and surely we could not have pulled it off without all of them working hard behind the scenes. I highly recommend this venue to anyone and everyone wanting a magical, stress-free day; you will not regret it!