Storybook Wedding Venue
New York Capital District, MA and VT
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Kathleen Stell
INNKEEPER
Typically responds within 24h
Storybook Cottage on the Hudson is a unique bed and breakfast hotel and wedding venue in Stillwater, NY. Located on the Hudson River, it offers a truly enchanting setting for intimate and romantic celebrations. We can accommodate a maximum of just 25 participants for an intimate mini wedding ceremony and reception. Couples and their guests will be treated to a truly unforgettable event with exceptional hospitality delivered by the owners, Kathleen and Jack Stell.
Multiple Wedding Venues - Indoors and Outdoors
Offering intimate and comfortable indoor event and living spaces, the bed and breakfast provides a number of lovely venues for couples to hold their ceremony with their close friends and family. Gorgeous river views and beautifully kept gardens are the ideal setting for ceremonies in the fresh air or receptions as the sun sets behind the trees.
Guest Accommodations
Storybook Cottage boasts beautifully appointed guest rooms designed to provide ultimate comfort for the newlyweds and their entourage. Each room is equipped with premium bamboo blend linens and Saatva mattresses, ensuite bathrooms, luxurious robes, multiple USB charging ports, and high-end guest toiletries. Breakfast is served is each morning, with mouthwatering homemade offerings to please even the most discerning guests. There are many local attractions in the area, with Saratoga Springs just a short scenic drive away. The newlyweds and their guests can enjoy kayaking on the river and visit the world-famous Saratoga Springs race track and arts center throughout their stay. Many historical sites and charming villages are also located nearby, guaranteeing something for everyone to enjoy.
Multiple Wedding Packages Available
We offer everything from the all-inclusive 3-day destination wedding package for 20 to the last-minute elopement package for two with no guests - and everything in between.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Hotel
Park
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Wedding Design
Service Staff
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Meet the team
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- Kathleen StellInnkeeperOwner of Storybook Cottage
- Jack StellInnkeeper and Resident RascalInnkeeper, Marriage and Family Therapist, Wedding Officiant
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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MaryAnn M
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5.0
7/02/2025
My sweetie and I eloped a few weeks ago and we chose Storybook Cottage for our last-minute ceremony. Jack tailored our ceremony to fit us to a T and we added a room for the night ...
to complete the event. Very professional and personal. Lovely place for a small, intimate wedding.
Jason H
5.0
3/03/2026
We celebrated our special day on Valentine’s Day and Kathleen and Jack made it a magical experience. From the first conversation to the final goodbye Kathleen made sure that we wer...
e well taken care of. The food selection was great and we had an incredible meal from Tony’s, one of their local caterers. The decorations blew our mind. She took my wife’s idea for a “cottage-core” themed ceremony and she absolutely nailed it. Jack was an incredible officiant and he really took the time to personalize the ceremony for us. We would highly recommend Storybrook Cottage if you are planning an intimate reception. Kathleen and Jack will make sure your day goes smoothly and will be unforgettable!
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Nikisha K
5.0
10/12/2025
Storybook Cottage helped us with our dream wedding!! For $2,225, Kathleen allowed us to use her bed and breakfast for our commitment ceremony and it was better than we ever could h...
ave imagined! Kathleen was absolutely amazing with helping to guide me and my wife through the planning process.
Kathleen was extremely accommodating and very flexible and one of the most gracious people I have ever met! Extremely professional, wonderful attitude when it came to helping me and my wife plan our ceremony! Very lgbtqia friendly and was definitely well within our budget! Storybook Cottage help to bring our ceremony Vision to life and I would absolutely recommend this venue for anyone having a small wedding/ commitment ceremony! You're going to get the absolute best care and treatment!
Elizabeth M
5.0
7/02/2025
My small wedding at Storybook Cottage was everything I could have dreamed. The cottage is beautiful and the Gathering Room served as a perfect location for both the ceremony and re...
ception for our 16 guests. Kathleen and Jack are great to work with and Jack, as our celebrant, tailored the ceremony to fit us perfectly. This was the perfect spot for our micro mini wedding.
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