Mountainville Manor

ut together to a tee. There are moments that I believe most people can point to and say "I knew this was it". I felt it when my husband and I were getting to know each other, when I visited the home we now live in, when I tried on the dress that I said yes to, and I remember having distinctly felt it when I visited Mountainville Manor back in December 2020, and met Lauren for the first time. Michael and I took a tour, tasted the food, chatted about having a COVID wedding and what that would look like for us. Then on the drive back, I had said, "this is where we're getting married". It takes a very special person to be able to instill trust - that you can hand over the many details of this day that you will remember for the rest of your life, and they've got you; they genuinely care, empathize, and will do everything in their power to help you. I encountered this in Lauren and thereby, in her team. Planning this wedding was a wonderful experience because Lauren listened to what we wanted and made suggestions as if she could read our minds. She made wedding planning easier and more enjoyable. A small example: I mentioned wanting honey favors with a "meant to bee" sign and Lauren helped procure adorable glass bear jars, found a local organic honey vendor, and presented the fee for taking care of it all. Simply amazing. For folks like me out there who take the time to read all these reviews, know that this venue is more than just a business. These people love what they do and are extremely good at it. Chef Craig floored our guests with some of the best food they've ever had at not just any wedding, but in their entire lives. Sally made stunning mocktails for my husband and I who do not drink alcohol, and refreshments and actual cocktails that our guests raved about. James is the man who will fix everything and together with Lauren, they handled the finer points I wouldn't have even thought of. An example: they took care of the outdoor-nature-bug situation so our guests and our food remained safe and happy throughout the entire evening. Another example: they brought over the flower pot displays and cards box from the Ceremony area and guestbook station to our Sweetheart Table during the reception. What a nice touch! Everything at this manor is just right. The size, the atmosphere, the location.. I loved our getting ready rooms, and having our first look photos taken under the shade of the rotund porch. We had a gorgeous outdoor Ceremony by the gazebo, Cocktail Hour with a display station and passed hors d'oeuvres, and Tented Reception with a five course plated dinner. Our color theme was white and blush with a splash of coral. We were beyond pleased with the table settings, linens, sweetheart table arrangement, and more. My goodness, the cake was delicious - for those who share my flavor palate, I recommend vanilla cake with lemon curd filling, elderflower syrup, and buttercream frosting. You will not regret it. I cannot thank these kind, thoughtful, and talented people enough. They are truly wonderful. I'm so glad our paths crossed and am so proud of the Wedding we put together. Hopefully, I'll be able to visit soon for another special occasion.

a lot of latitude for personalization and the location was so beautiful (even on a winter day). The tour we received was wonderful - Lauren answered every question patiently and thoroughly. We got to taste the excellent food prepared by Chef Craig Shelton and were able to spend time walking around the property. Lauren went out of her way to be accommodating in literally every way (big or small). No question was too annoying or insignificant and I knew we were in good hands. As the wedding approached, it gave me so much peace of mind knowing that Lauren would be taking care of us and James and the rest of the staff (Sally, Chef Ernie, Chef Craig) were amazing. Lauren knew our florist (Flowers by Joann) well and that was an added plus. Lauren allowed us to bring in special desserts that meant a lot to our family and helped us set them up on the day of. The room that the bride gets ready in was absolutely perfect (comfortable and great for getting ready / pictures) and my nerves were certainly calmed! The food is really spectacular - many of our guests have told us that it was the best food that they have had at a wedding. The display stations are so carefully designed and everything was really so personal and special. I truly could go on and on, but I really cannot recommend this venue enough. It sounds cheesy to say, but it really was our dream wedding! We are so grateful for the memories that will last a lifetime.

e sure you’re needs are met , that you’re felt special and always reliable with Communication. The food and service was just fantastic. My guests are still contacting me saying how wonderful everything was. I would highly recommend them for your wedding.

The location was perfect, located about 2 hours away from NYC in the Hudson Valley. Our guests loved the food, prepared by the amazing Chef Craig Shelton. The owners, Lauren and James, were wonderful. They were incredibly responsive from the beginning and were so easy to work with. They anticipated all of our needs and I cannot say enough good things about them. Not only are they excellent at what they do, but they are extremely warm and kind people as well. We would highly recommend Mountainville Manor to anyone planning a wedding in the Hudson Valley!

t of that. They were in constant communication with us, always ready to help and answer any and every questions we had. From our first tasting to our wedding day and everything in between they were nothing but amazing. Everyone loved the Thai Chili Margaritas and I loved the food so much I’ll probably go back just for brunch. Our cake was also a hit and days later we’re still getting inquiries about the baker. Thank you all so much for helping this day happen for us and supporting us in every little way.

re her expertise. She was also critical in connecting me to other wedding vendors. The venue, food, and service were fantastic! All of my guests had a wonderful time and could not stop commenting on how wonderful they were taken care of throughout the entire event. I highly recommend Mountainville Manor for your next event. I would not have been able to pull the wedding off without them!

urther than Mountainville Manor. We are an older couple so this fit our style perfectly. If you are looking for over-the-top glitz then this is probably not for you, but in any case know that Lauren , James, Craig, Yvonne and the gang will do everything in their power to accomodate your wishes.

Pretty unusual in most wedding experiences. The venue is idyllic, the beverages unique and expertly prepared, and the food an exquisite adventure for the tastebuds. As the groom's mom, I can't praise Lauren and her entire staff enough for their professionalism and absolutely courteous cooperation and helpfulness. They graciously allowed us to add our personal touches in so many aspects of the event. I am recommending this venue to any couple I know looking for a perfect venue for their once-in-a- lifetime event. Every moment will bring smiles and beautiful memories.

ver we needed. The food was superb and everyone just raved about it! We had the best time and tell everyone what a great place to a wedding!!!

clean and free from debris. The bridal party got dressed for the wedding in the upstairs groom/bridal suites which were large rooms and very clean. Lauren and James who own and operate the Manor were so easy going and professional and just great to work with. You couldn't ask for a nicer couple to help plan your dream wedding. They went above and beyond to make us happy and I really appreciate all their hard work to make our day special. The food at this venue was incredible and our guest all talked about how delicious everything tasted. We had a few guests who needed special meals and Lauren served them herself to ensure they would get their specialty made meals. I really appreciate Lauren taking extra special care of my guests and ensuring we all had a great time! My husband also wanted a special beer and she made sure her bar was fully stocked. The bar tenders who tended bar were both professional and incredible mixologist. They created a apple bourbon signature cocktail made fresh with Hudson Valley apples and it was delicious! We used the baker, Ernie that Lauren recommended and our 3 layer red velvet cake was not only visually beautifully but melted in our mouths. I would recommend this venue 100% to anyone who is planning both a small or large (we had about 100 and no one felt crowded) wedding and wants a beautiful, warm, intimate setting for your special day.

ted on how fresh and perfectly cooked everything was. Lauren (the owner) personally served our gluten-free guests their meals and the pastry chef made gluten-free cupcakes. The ballroom is gorgeous and spacious, and there is plenty of outdoor space and seating, which was important for us considering the concerns about COVID. We are so happy we chose to have our ceremony and reception here!

t in my head that I wanted a U shaped table and I had the exact scene in my head that I thought would be perfect for us. Lauren made every single idea I had in my head a reality. Her and her staff of young people were amazing. They were so nice and super talented. They brought every vision I had for our big day to fruition. The bartender Sally was super cool and made the BEST drinks ever. Yes we had wine and beer, which I usually stick to, but it was hot and I wanted something fruity. Sally made the best drink ever and it was a super huge hit. I think everyone at my wedding tried at least one. Mountainville Manor was amazing. I highly recommend it. The food was amazing and they just have the most beautiful setting imaginable.

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tra mile to ensure that things were taken care of for us, so that we could focus on savoring each and every moment of the day. In fact, several of my guests commented that they had never seen a more relaxed bride! All of Mountainville Manor’s wedding packages are all-inclusive, and you can choose different locations for where you’d like to have your ceremony and cocktail hour. They have a gazebo that is tailor-made for a ceremony, and we chose that, which the team helped prepare for us. There is a full bridal suite with a bathroom, and across the hall there is a groom suite as well, which offered us a most pleasant place to get ready for our day. Every space in the manor is exquisitely decorated, from the memorable Moodna room to the bright cocktail space, the gorgeous wrap-around porch in the front, and expansive ballroom that can fit up to 150 people. Everything went off without a hitch, which I attribute to the amazing staff there. Lauren is an expert in her craft and provided us with checklists and briefings, even corresponding with our officiant to make sure that everything would go well. She will work with you and arrange a precise timeline for the day so that you know exactly what is happening and when, which is immensely helpful for the members of the wedding party and guests alike. She readily provided suggestions for local vendors in the area, many of whom she knows personally, and everyone she suggested, including the musicians, florist, and photographer, was a joy to work with. As any bride knows, planning a wedding can be incredibly stressful, but Lauren went above and beyond to walk us through the entire process, and in her capable hands our day went extremely smoothly. Chef Craig Shelton, a James Beard award winner, is a fountain of knowledge and master of his art, and his food was universally loved by all of our guests. Lauren and Chef Craig worked closely with us to craft a unique menu that those in attendance will never forget, and we were able to customize everything to suit our tastes, from the impeccable passed hors d'oeuvres to the scrumptious wedding cake, to our refreshing signature cocktail, which was made by their amazing mixologist Sally. It is evident that the staff is immensely proud of the service that they provide, and will gladly assist in making your day effortless and absolutely unforgettable. My husband and I couldn’t have made a better choice for a venue, and our guests are still raving about the extraordinary wedding that we had at Mountainville Manor. We truly had the best day of our lives, and couldn’t have asked for a more fitting start to a lifetime of wedded bliss!

old me it was the best meal they’ve ever had at a wedding), the beautiful location and the attentive and friendly staff. I echo their feedback, and also from my perspective as a bride, Lauren just made the process so easy, from the very beginning. She has such good attention to every detail and gave me great advice along the way. James is a joy to work with, and Megan was so helpful with decorating (she has such a good eye for that) and coordinating the rehearsal and bridal party procession. Our wedding was so much fun, and it added such a nice vibe throughout the day to have access to the entire manor and the outdoor space as well. We are so happy we chose mountainville manor for our wedding.

accommodating since day one. She guided us through the entire process and ensured we were able to have everything we wanted and needed even with the date so quickly approaching. She was very easy to get in contact with for any questions and made sure to make herself available whenever we needed her. We had an intimate 40-person wedding with the ceremony outdoors and the reception indoors. The weather was absolutely beautiful (May 2021) and the setup was perfect. Even with the small amount of people they made great use of the large outdoor and indoor spaces. The grounds are gorgeous so they provided amazing backgrounds in all of our photos. Food, drinks, cake – all were excellent as well. Thank you so much to Lauren, James, Megan, Sally and the rest of the team for being absolutely incredible. We highly recommend Mountainville Manor and it will always have a special place in our hearts.

and even our wants -- going as far as offering to help with things that were not in her role to do, but out of kindness and the desire to make our day special really went out of her way, genuinely always wanting to help. Each time I sent her a message, she would respond quickly and would always find ways to make things work in our favor and safe, especially considering this was very much still a pandemic-time wedding. She and James also went as far as to make sure that Wi-Fi extenders were installed so that we could host our wedding ceremony outdoors by the gazebo for our virtual guests who were streaming to watch, which definitely helped us share the intimate moment with our loved ones who couldn't be there in person. Mountainville Manor's grounds are well-maintained and manicured which gave our photographer / videographer team easy, but great backdrops to work with for our portraits. The ballroom was well-equipped with a nice sound system that our DJ was able to take advantage of. Our guests absolutely loved the food and drinks and the cake was perfect! We also had the entire venue to ourselves for the day which made things, like getting ready, so much more convenient and simple -- even for the groom! Mountainville Manor will forever hold a special place in our hearts and we absolutely recommend this to all couples looking for a gorgeous space, stunning ambiance, delicious food and drinks and an incredible staff that will make your wedding day a beautiful breeze with beautiful memories to last a lifetime! They also have pretty sweet packages for those of you looking to host a smaller wedding, like we did. Reach out now! You'd be crazy not to.

tive and have curated a BEAUTIFUL space. While we might not be spending our wedding day here, we absolutely will be back for a delicious meal with amazing service.

very part of your dream wedding. You can’t beat their all inclusive microwedding packages! So much is included leaving you with much less to plan and much less stress! The food is amazing and the chef will accommodate your food allergies and preferences. He made me a delicious special vegan dish for my big day. The cake was beautiful and tasty. Waitstaff and bartender were so attentive and nice. Everything was perfect. Thanks to Lauren, James, and their team. I couldn’t be happier. Thank you so much!

al! Even offering to go to the store if we forgot anything. The grounds are beautifully kept with many great photo opportunities. The inside is also beautifully renovated and the bridal suite was amazing with a full bathroom.

pen so we decided to go take a look. We instantly fell in love with the venue and Lindy was absolutely amazing. I cannot express how grateful I am of her hard work to make our wedding happen in just ONE WEEK! Everything turned out better than I ever imagined!

guests it is the perfect place to celebrate your wonderful day in a warm-hearted atmosphere. The food was amazing and Lindy was around from the first minute, beginning with planning until managing and coordinating everything the day of the wedding. The little Gazebo outside is a wonderful area to get married, everyone of our guests said, we couldn`t have chosen a better location. Thank you so much again Lindy for everything!!!!!

amed. We planned this wedding from Georgia and had only gotten up to walk through the house once before the actual wedding. With that being said, every email was answered, every phone call returned. Every request was accommodated. Everyone was super attentive the night of the wedding, checking on us throughout the evening, refilling our drinks, and making sure we had everything we needed. Lindy even met us immediately after the ceremony with a glass of champagne and a plate of hors d'oeuvres from the cocktail hour. The food was AMAZING. Like actually amazing. All of our guests said they had never had such good food at a wedding before. We felt so well taken care of throughout the entire process and I couldn't be more thankful to all the staff at Mountainville Manor to making our wedding dreams a reality!