"Where Romance Lives"
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (13X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Crooked Lake House is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue in Averill Park, NY. If you are planning a wedding, you have to see our beautifully renovated historic event center, The Crooked Lake House. You owe it to yourself to take a personal tour! After you experience our unique and special venue, you will absolutely fall in love!
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Estate
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Jan Keary
Director of Sales
I began my Daley Hospitality journey from the ground up in 2009. Working at Old Daley’s Albany lunch shop, “Pastanini”, followed by off-premises event planning then Crooked Lake event planning to my current position as Crooked Lake’s Director of Sales. Tour guide, seller of events, relationship builder, menu and package writer, creator of all things pretty and fun, solver of issues for clients, guests and staff, hostess extraordinaire.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0152 reviews
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Old Daley Hospitality at Crooked Lake receives glowing reviews from couples who described their wedding experiences as perfect and stress-free. The venue's beauty and exceptional service are highlighted, with special mentions for coordinators like Nick and Kate. Guests were impressed by the delicious food and seamless execution of events, stressing that the staff went above and beyond to ensure a magical and unforgettable celebration. The historical charm, diverse photo opportunities, top-notch catering, and personalized service set this venue apart, making it highly recommended for couples seeking a stunning and memorable wedding experience.Review photos
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Danielle B
Highlighted review.
5.0
10/20/2025
Old Daley Hospitality was the perfect venue for our wedding. You’re not just booking a venue, but a whole team. The hospitality group provided so much support, not only the day of ...
the wedding, but leading up to, as well.
The venue’s coordinator, Nick, was there for us every step of the way. He was so easy and flexible to work with. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing on the wedding day. We were there from 8 am to 11 pm; the venue can really handle it all!
The food was spectacular! All our guests were raving about it and the amount of it. They gave an excellent hospitality group. If you book this venue, you are in good hands.
Bethany S
5.0
10/19/2025
The Crooked Lake House was absolutely perfect! From start to finish, everything ran so smoothly—it truly felt like they have weddings down to a science. Kate, our wedding coordinat...
or, was incredible to work with. She helped us every step of the way with thoughtful suggestions, recommendations, and a calm, caring presence that made the whole process stress-free. She even helped one of our flower girls make it to the top of the aisle (a moment we’ll never forget 😂). The venue itself is stunning, the staff is amazing, and the entire day felt completely magical. We can’t thank Kate and the Crooked Lake House team enough for making our day everything we dreamed of and more! Oh, and the food is absolutely incredible!
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Emily B
5.0
8/28/2025
Old Daley is such a picture perfect place to have a wedding!! We got ready and had our reception here with an off site church ceremony. They've really got everything down to a scie...
nce to make things run smoothly and also have a unique and personalized experience. Our day of coordinator Nick was above and beyond helpful and knowledgeable!! It is a beautiful spacious location that met all of our needs and wants. The catering is top notch!!! So many of our guests said it was the best wedding food they've ever had. From cocktail hour to the reception the food was outstanding!!! Cannot recommend enough having your wedding here!!
Marissa K
5.0
8/24/2025
Old Daley on Crooked Lake was the best wedding venue I could ever imagine. Every detail and every inch of the space is absolutely gorgeous. The entire staff—and our especially wedd...
ing planner, Kate—were absolutely amazing. They made all of my dreams come true, and I truly could not imagine getting married anywhere else. The views were stunning both inside and out. The staff was incredibly accommodating and attentive to every need. There’s a reason they’ve been hosting weddings for so long—they truly know how to put on an unforgettable celebration. They thought of every detail and helped make the night magical. It was an experience my husband, our family, our friends, and I will never stop talking about.
Taylor M
5.0
8/12/2025
We had our wedding on 7/19/25 at the Old Daley on Crooked Lake. To say the experience was 10/10 is an understatement. Having it at the Old Daley was the best decision we made! Our ...
initial meeting with Jan made us feel confident that the venue staff and coordinators would have everything under control on our wedding day. And obviously, the entire space is STUNNING!
Nick was assigned as our day of coordinator and we couldn't have even happier with his knowledge, attention to detail, professionalism and excellent customer service. I had a vision for our day and Nick helped me bring that vision to life. He answered any and ALL (there were a lot) of the questions we had and made sure that we were well-informed on decisions we made. I was a type a bride and all of my needs / wants were not only met but exceeded throughout the entire process. Nick has an impressive amount of experience and knowledge and has the perfect personality for his job. Planning a wedding comes with a lot of stress for the couple and having his support and guidance was so appreciated!
There are a few things that set this venue a part from the rest. 1: The aesthetic: it's historical charm makes it unique and can be seen throughout the space. You really can create whatever vibe you'd like. We opted for a black tie occasion decorated in black and white with lots of white roses and hydrangeas. We also chose it because the indoor ceremony space is just as beautiful as the outdoor. We knew that having our wedding in upstate, NY, we needed a plan b for the ceremony because of weather. At most venues, the indoor is not as nice as the outdoor but that is not the case here. There are also so many amazing spaces to get photos: outside by the lake, in front of the building, next to the flowers/greenery, the Oak Room, and so many more! 2: The food: once we had our tasting, we knew the food was second to none. There were so many options to choose from. On our day, we had an abundance of hors d'oeuvres, a grazing table and a southern station for cocktail hour. Both us and our guests were beyond impressed with the selection and taste. The plated dinner was superb (we had guests tell us it was the best wedding food they've ever had!) and our cake/desserts were outstanding. One thing is for sure, if you have your wedding here, no one will leave hungry! 3: The customer service: it is unlike anywhere else we toured. You get a family owned feeling as soon as you walk through the door. Jan sat down with us and answered all questions we had before booking. She made us feel like she really cared and understood the investment of a wedding. She also knew that we had never planned a wedding before so she took the time to walk through each detail. The day of coordinator is part of the package which is something you do not get most places. As I mentioned, Nick was amazing and went above and beyond. We also want to shout out Hannah who was our attendant for the wedding day (also an amazing touch you don't get most places) she went above and beyond to make sure that both us and our wedding party had everything we needed / wanted throughout the day.
We would absolutely recommend the Old Daley on Crooked Lake to anyone!
Thank you to Jan, Nick, Hannah and the team for making the most important day of our lives everything we dreamed of and more!
Ju J
5.0
5/20/2025
A Dream Wedding at Old Daley on Crooked Lake – May 10, 2025
We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception at Old Daley on Crooked Lake, and we can’t say enough wonderful thin...
gs about this venue and the amazing team behind it.
First of all, the location is absolutely breathtaking. The ceremony was held by the lake, with the serene water and lush green surroundings creating the perfect natural backdrop. The setup, complete with a stunning blue floral arch and a beautiful floral-lined aisle, felt like something out of a fairytale (see the photo for reference!).
Our guests traveled from places like Buffalo, Indiana, and Los Angeles, and every single one of them was blown away by the beauty of the venue and the peaceful, romantic atmosphere.
We want to give a very special shoutout to Nick, our wedding coordinator, who was simply fantastic. He was so helpful, calm, and detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything ran smoothly because of his efforts, and we felt completely supported the whole time.
We’re also incredibly thankful to Janice, the manager, and the rest of the Old Daley team. Everyone was kind, professional, and so easy to work with. They truly went above and beyond to make our day perfect.
And we have to talk about the food—super duper delicious! The beef steak especially was unforgettable—many of our guests said it was the best steak they’ve ever had. Every dish was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and served with care.
Thank you, Old Daley on Crooked Lake, for giving us the most beautiful and unforgettable day of our lives. We highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a gorgeous setting, exceptional service, and truly delicious food.
With love and gratitude,
Juu&Nyan
Sarah H
5.0
4/13/2025
I would highly recommend Crooked Lake House as a wedding venue!! The staff was friendly, accommodating and very professional! The coordination with staff and vendors made the night...
run smoothly and stress free. The venue is also so pretty and spacious in a beautiful location!
Breanna & Jordan W
5.0
2/07/2025
Incredible Wedding Experience at The Crooked Lake House!
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day at The Crooked Lake House! Kate and her team absolutely crushed it, ...
making the entire experience seamless and stress-free. From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism and care.
The food was incredible—our guests couldn’t stop raving about it! The breathtaking lake views made for the most stunning ceremony backdrop, and the bar service was fast and efficient, keeping the energy high all night long. The venue itself is simply gorgeous, and our guests were in awe the moment they arrived.
A special shoutout to Hannah, who went above and beyond to ensure we and our immediate family were taken care of throughout the day and night. Whether it was grabbing us a drink or checking in to see if we needed anything, she made us feel truly special.
I would recommend The Crooked Lake House to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue—hands down the best in Upstate NY!
Daniella S
5.0
12/05/2024
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Old Daley on Crooked Lake! From start to finish, our experience was absolutely incredible.
From the moment we booked, their attention ...
to detail, communication, and genuine care for making our day perfect were unmatched. The venue itself is breathtaking, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure every detail of our wedding day was flawless, especially Kate.
Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how delicious the food was and the top notch service through the entire night.
We would truly recommend this venue to anyone!
Rachel B
5.0
11/30/2024
If I could give Old Daley and the staff more than 5 stars I would. Right from the tour we were made to feel at home. Fast forward to our tasting, which was a smaller one, but it wa...
s so personalized and the food was incredible. There we met our coordinator, Nick.
Nick made the planning process so seamless. He was there every step of the way to touch base and was so down to early and easy to work with. We were able to do a rehearsal the night before and bring in all of our decor. We briefly went over it and the next day everything was executed perfectly.
The staff at Old Daley is like a well oiled machine. They were incredibly accomodating to anything we needed and again, made us feel like we were at
Home. The professionalism of all of the banquet staff and bartenders was incredible, especially for such a young staff.
Again, Nick was incredible with everything day of the wedding. Everything went so smoothly, food was hot and incredible. We also had a personal attendant, Kasey, who was so helpful the day of the wedding with anything my husband and I needed, as well as our parents.
We are 3 weeks out from our wedding and are still hearing about how great the staff was, how incredible the food was, and how the venue was absolutely beautiful drom all of our guests.
If you want a reasonably priced wedding venue that is absolutely worth every penny, look no further.
Angela T
5.0
10/23/2024
We had the most amazing day thanks to the staff at Old Daley, especially our wedding planner, Nick. Communication was excellent before, during, and after our wedding. Any questions...
or concerns we had, Nick answered them quickly and helped put our minds at ease. He and the rest of the staff were on top of everything the day of our wedding. They brought our vision to life with their beautiful decorating. The food was outstanding and everyone had an amazing time. This was hands down the best experience we have ever had. We absolutely recommend this beautiful venue for your wedding.
Kelsey H
5.0
8/26/2024
The food, drinks, and staff were amazing! We couldn't have asked for a better day. Everyone at Old Daley is so lovely to work with. Our wedding planner Kate was great and was a big...
help throughout the whole process. Everyone at our wedding had a great time, raved about the food and beautiful setting
Dawn L
5.0
8/06/2024
Outstanding customer service, delicious food and the perfect venue for stunning photos. Highly recommend
Christopher E
5.0
7/30/2024
We were blessed to have the opportunity to have our wedding here with the superb support from our on-site wedding coordinator and planner, Nick V. and the many supporting staff. O...
ur wedding guests are still contacting us commending how amazing the event was. This includes the atmosphere, gorgeous scenery of the lake and beautiful windows in the ballroom, perfection of the oak lounge and the quality of service from everyone. The ceremony was organized, beautiful and breathtaking. The reception's dinner, dessert, hors devours and drinks were beyond phenomenal. Leading up to our event was so easy. Nick and his team stayed in contact and perfected communication to the point where our wedding planning was easy and well structured. The staff was accommodating, professional, kind and easily approachable. They even were communicating effectively with our outside vendors (DJ, Photography, Florist, etc). There recommended list of vendors were excellent and definitely worth it. Our wedding was technically a very minimal amount of guests local to the area. And yet somehow, our accommodations for our guests recommended by the team made this so easy and beyond worth it. Our guests have said the following in addition to our review, "that was the best food I have ever had at a wedding;" "the staff were so nice and our kids didnt even want to leave;" "for the first time ever, my daughter hit the dance floor;" "I couldn't stop looking at the venue when we got here. This place is like a dream;" "the outdoor ceremony on the lake was so beautiful. This was by far the classiest wedding I have ever attended...even the bathrooms were nice." You get the idea. In closing, if you have any event and you want it to be stress free and yet somehow organized, beautiful and memorable, we highly recommend this venue. The Old Daley on Crooked Lake will always be a beautiful and worthwhile memory for myself and my wife. Thank you Nick and everyone who played a roll in making our event happen from our initial tour to walking down the aisle to the end of the evening that we didn't want to end.
Thank you. We will return. The English Family - Newlyweds. Married late July 2024.
Shammy C
5.0
7/17/2024
When we first toured this venue I instantly knew it was the one for us. Words cannot do it justice, it is truly a beautiful and magical venue! Working with the staff over the year ...
and a half of planning our wedding was also a dream come true. Nick was sweet, kind and professional. He was always just a text or a quick phone call away throughout the entire process. The entire team and staff on the day of our wedding was outstanding! Everyone from our wedding boasted about how great the venue, the staff and the food were! Nick, Nancy, and Casey made our wedding day very special and helped it be everything we wanted and more. They were there every step of the way.
We hope to celebrate a big anniversary with them at the venue in the distant future.
They are the Best!
Rachel N
5.0
7/06/2024
Everything about Crooked Lake was perfect for a wedding! Even though it rained on our wedding day, I wasn’t upset at all bc the indoor ceremony space is so dreamy! The food and dr...
inks exceeded my expectations too! Our wedding coordinator, Nick, did a phenomenal job with everything! You won’t regret having a wedding at Crooked Lake!
Cathy I
5.0
5/22/2024
My daughter was married at Old Daley on Crooked Lake. It was fantastic! Kate worked with us and was super accommodating and helpful throughout. The staff was professional and court...
eous. The place is beautiful inside and out. The food was delicious. Our guests could not stop talking about the wonderful time they had. Truly a perfect day! I highly recommend this fabulous venue!
Ashley G
5.0
1/17/2024
Was the perfect spot for our end of summer wedding! Stunning outdoor ceremony space right in front of the water and inside room in case of weather. They offer different packages th...
at take care of everything for you (chairs, linens, decor, cake, etc.) Our wedding event planner Nick was AMAZING! He was with us the months leading up to our wedding going over different details and decisions. It was so nice to have him by our side on the day of our wedding as well. I can't recommend enough. We still get compliments months after our wedding on the food.
Kara H
5.0
1/15/2024
I don’t believe there are enough words to adequately describe how perfect our wedding was at the Old Daley on Saturday 01/13/24. From start to finish, the staff helped make the ent...
ire wedding planning process so much easier and alleviated so much of the stress that comes with planning a wedding. From setting up to taking down decorations, they were there every step of the way. Our entire day was absolutely perfect, the staff did not miss a beat, the food was perfection, and I just couldn’t have asked for a better venue to work with for our day. Special shout out to my day of coordinator, Kate Mace, for being absolutely phenomenal and so much more than a “day of” coordinator, Kate was always there to answer any question I had or provide insight on any scenario or idea brought to her from the very beginning of planning to the day of. Hannah, one of the attendants was so attentive and made sure that myself and my husband always had everything that we needed. Also special shout out to Nancy for being so helpful, so attentive and for being an incredible resource, springing into action when needed. 10/10! Five stars! We can not recommend this venue enough!!
Ashley L
5.0
11/01/2023
Old Daley on Crooked Lake was the perfect location for us, and we knew it right away. We were looking for a lake view outdoor ceremony location with an indoor backup location that ...
was equally as beautiful. Old Daley has everything! The only thing better than the property was the food!! And the only thing better than the food was the service. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was and how good the food was. Nick, our wedding coordinator is an amazing guy who did so much for us. We consider him a friend now. The entire place was spotless on a Saturday only hours after a Friday wedding. Every little detail is considered by the staff and our wedding was perfect. Thank you Nick and staff!
Lindsay A
5.0
10/24/2023
I cannot recommend Old Daley on Crooked Lake enough. My fiancé and I ended up having a fairly short engagement and the team here helped to make sure that we had the most perfect da...
y from the most minute detail to our overall theme even with the time crunch. Kate and the team worked with us to ensure that every detail was perfect, made sure that we could have the dream cocktail hour outside, and handled a few challenges the day of (like a broken sign that they were able to fix without me knowing until the next day)! It was a perfect day, at a beautiful venue, with incredible food and the most amazing team!!
Allison M
5.0
10/22/2023
Kate M was absolutely wonderful and attentive to everything we asked for. The venue was incredible and made our wedding perfect. We highly recommend The Old Daley Inn!!
Nicole P
5.0
10/20/2023
The Old Daley was the perfect venue for our special day! Everything was absolutely amazing from the adorable bridal suites and awesome rustic building to the beautiful lake view fo...
r our ceremony, food, staff and service! Kate was the absolute best and everything went perfectly on the best day of our lives! My guests still say it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! Definitely 10/10 recommend!
Ryan M
5.0
10/19/2023
Everything about this venue was perfect. From the planning stage to the actual wedding day Jan and Kate were extremely helpful and made my wife and I feel comfortable that we chose...
the right venue. We weren’t stressed and our wedding our guests raved about the ceremony area, cocktail hour, food, and so much more.
Katie T
5.0
10/19/2023
Our day was absolutely perfect thank you to Kate and the staff at Crooked Lake. From planning to the day of, they handled everything and helped us with everything. We couldn’t ask ...
for anything else to be different — it was an amazing day for our guests as well who are still talking about how seamless the whole day went.
Chelsea M
5.0
9/25/2023
Old Daley is the most BEAUTIFUL wedding venue in the area. We truly had the most amazing wedding day. The atmosphere, food, and staff are all phenomenal. Our wedding planner Kate, ...
went above and beyond for us, and answered all of my crazy questions. She truly brought my vision to light. Our guests are still telling us how amazing everything was, and raving about the food. If anything went wrong, I didn’t and still don’t know about it. They do an amazing job from start to finish, and I would recommend them to anyone.
G C
5.0
7/04/2023
Choosing The Old Daley on Crooked Lake as our wedding venue was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. From the moment we stepped foot on the property, we were capt...
ivated by its beauty and charm.
The staff at The Old Daley on Crooked Lake were outstanding. From the initial planning stages to the execution of our wedding, they were responsive, attentive, and incredibly helpful. Our guests are still raving about our wedding, and we owe a large part of that to The Old Daley on Crooked Lake. The venue perfectly balanced elegance with a touch of rustic charm, creating an enchanting atmosphere that left a lasting impression on everyone. The options for both indoor and outdoor ceremony sites was a true blessing, especially considering that it rained on our wedding day - but we never had to worry about the weather dampening the beauty of our celebration.
The Old Daley on Crooked Lake was also very willing to accommodate dietary restrictions. They worked closely with us to set a custom menu that included delicious vegan and gluten-free options, ensuring that all of our guests had a memorable dining experience. Their flexibility and commitment to meeting our specific needs were greatly appreciated.
We would absolutely recommend the Old Daley on Crooked Lake to any couple looking to have a memorable wedding day. Kate Mace was our coordinator and she was responsive and helpful throughout the process. Nancy, the Captain of the kitchen, greeted us the morning of the wedding and went above and beyond all day to make our day special.
Carla S
5.0
5/26/2023
We had our wedding here and it was awesome. The whole process of planning a wedding went smoothly with the coordinator we were assigned. Nick was such a nice person and was always ...
there to answer my million questions as a bride. The day of our wedding went so smoothly for us and all of guests were pleased with how everything went. We heard no complaints at all. Its a beautiful venue and was just what we were looking for.
Kara V
5.0
5/24/2023
I can't say enough great things about this vendor! They were very organized and made communication seamless. The food was amazing- and that's an understatement! All of our guests r...
aved about the location, the beautiful rooms, the food and the ceremony space. They said it was the best venue they had ever been to! Not only that, but Nick, our coordinator, and the wedding attendant, Zoey, were phenomenal. The whole staff was approachable and welcoming, and went out of their way to help the entire night. Their decorating skill were also out of this world. Thank you so much for an amazing, unforgettable wedding for my husband and I!
Rachel R
5.0
2/05/2023
I cannot recommend the Old Daley enough to anyone looking for a wedding venue in Upstate New York! From the moment we initially toured the venue, my husband and I knew we had to ha...
ve our wedding there! The atmosphere is amazing and the building itself is a treasure filled with historic charm and class. Each of the rooms offer a different vibe and experience for your guests and the building and grounds are beautiful in every season. We personally had a winter wedding and the oversized stone fireplaces and warm lighting offered such a cozy and romantic vibe. I have to say, besides the fantastic lakefront location and the beauty of the building itself, the staff are what make this place incredible! They are fantastic and went above and beyond to ensure we had the perfect wedding day. Every staff member we came in contact with that day (waitstaff, bartenders, etc.) were on top of their game and provided a top of the line experience for our guests. We worked closely with our coordinator Kate Mace leading up to the wedding and she is nothing short of amazing. She is super organized and exceptionally kind and went out of her way to make sure we had an amazing wedding. She was there every step of the way in our planning process and was able to guide us on details and answer any/every question we had. Our guests are still raving about our wedding at the Old Daley, citing the food, service and location as 10/10. Needless to say, they far exceeded the vision I had for my wedding. If you are looking for an amazing venue that truly cares about their couples & guest experience, I highly recommend the Old Daley!
Meaghan S
5.0
1/05/2023
We can’t say enough about crooked lake! My husband and I really wanted to get married by a lake, but we wanted an indoor option in case of weather. We also really didn’t want our ...
wedding to feel “cookie cutter.” Crooked Lake could not have been a better fit! We lived out of state and their amazing planner, Kate helped us plan a cross country wedding every step of the way. She was helpful, had great ideas and was always responsive. She really helped us customize the plan and packages to fit our needs and budget. She understood our vision perfectly.I had a lot of personal details that I wanted to incorporate into the day, and Kate did not miss a single one. The day of the wedding was stress free and relaxing. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. We loved that they do only one wedding per day, and that couples get to utilize all of the beautiful spaces in and outside the building. The food is incredible. The property is gorgeous… stunningly beautiful without being gaudy or over states. Our wedding day was perfect and we loved every minute of it. Six months later, family and friends are still talking about the wedding and raving about the food. Thank you, crooked lake for giving us the wedding of our dreams!
Katie K
5.0
1/03/2023
Old Daley on Crooked Lake was everything we dreamed of and more. The place is absolutely beautiful and the food is amazing. Kate and the entire team are phenomenal and were there e...
very step of the way. Highly recommend Old Daley for a wedding!
Sabrina T
5.0
12/20/2022
Having our wedding at the Crooked Lakehouse was a dream come true! It was honestly the only venue my husband and I both left after a tour and both fell so in love with. The beauty,...
the staff, the history…Our guests raved about it the day of and are still talking about how beautiful everything was. We loved the outdoor ceremony area and prayed the day would be nice enough to have our ceremony by the lake (which it was!), but we also really appreciated how beautiful the ceremony area is indoors in case the weather wasn’t great. I cannot say enough great things about how helpful Jan was in helping come up with a menu package for our day. She was incredibly patient in giving us different price packages and different a la carte options to keep our menu exciting. We were also fortunate enough to have Kate Mace as our coordinator and she is a HERO. She was incredibly organized, great at checking in with us through the process leading up to the wedding day, and so calming on the day of. We had a total of 7 kids in our wedding party (we know, we know…haha) but she rallied them together and made sure everything went so smooth. We had done all of the décor for our wedding ourselves to save money, and on the day of Kate made all of our visions come true placing the décor so perfectly in the reception area. The only thing that fell through the day of was that our cocktail hour musician (who was a steel drummer) did not show up…but honestly, we didn’t even notice because Kate saved the day and worked her magic to have steel drum music playing in the background. She is AMAZING. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to have our wedding day at this venue…We can’t imagine it being as perfect as it was anywhere else. We also LOVE that they are open for dining throughout the year too to just visit and reminisce anytime we want.
Brittany K
4.0
12/19/2022
The wedding venue was beautiful and the staff were kind and helpful leading up to the event. I will be honest and say that the reception was disappointing. Not only was it hot, aft...
er I expressly asked for them to ensure it not be but the lighting was terrible. I asked for dim lighting, to be play off of the table candles and the twinkle lights and trying to find anyone to help me with this was near impossible. It killed the mood and was heartbreaking. I didn't want these bright white lights... washing every photo out. I even tried to play with the light switches to dim them but couldn't. Desert went unannounced (which could have been my own fault as a bride who wanted an unannounced cake cutting) and all of my guests had no idea where desert was or that it was even available. I tried finding staff to ask to announce it but no one could be found save for the kitchen staff...in the kitchen. I was terribly disappointed with my photographer and the music and could have really used some support in those areas. Overall, I wish I could do it again. I'd pick the Old Daley again and again but now I know what I need to be on top of as a Bride.
Sierra E
5.0
12/17/2022
Having our wedding at Old Daley on Crooked Lake was a dream come true. We absolutely loved the all inclusive feel that made planning the big stuff an absolute breeze. Kate and the ...
entire team at Crooked Lake were so supportive and responsive which made last minute changes easy to navigate. Overall we had the perfect ceremony by the water, and all of our guests still talk about how much they loved the venue and our food selections. A personal favorite feature was their massive dance floor that helped us keep the party going all night. Old Daley at Crooked Lake is truly the best and we would have our wedding there again in a heartbeat. Cheers!
Erica V
5.0
11/06/2022
Can not recommend Old Daley enough! Everything about them is perfect! Their venue is beautiful, their food is awesome and their staff is so welcoming and helpful. We were able to h...
ave our wedding outside there last weekend and it couldn’t have been more beautiful. Molly, one of their event planners, made the whole planning process and the wedding itself flow seamlessly with no hiccups at all!
Stacy S
5.0
9/20/2022
Amazing venue, amenities, service and food. Above and beyond our expectations! Our event coordinator was phenomenal, very responsive and went above and beyond to ensure we had the ...
best day. All of our guests are still raving about the food and the beautiful layout of the venue.
Laura M
5.0
9/08/2022
We got married at Old Daley on 9.2.22. The weather and venue were absolutely amazing! Kyle and I shopped around for venues even before he proposed. And from the minute we stepped f...
oot on the property- we knew this was the *one* for us. We knew we had time to look at other places, but we wanted this one. I always thought I’d be a Saratoga bride and get married where we live, but I am so happy that we chose Old Daley on Crooked Lake. We met with Jan, who then assigned Molly to us as our wedding planner/coordinator. She was absolutely wonderful!!! Answered all my questions and made us feel at ease. We hired grand central station band to play and our guests couldn’t stop raving about how good the food, band, and drinks were. It was beautiful and I wish I could relive the weekend all over again!! I am so sad it’s over ♥️ The steak and eggplant were two major hits!!!! 😊
Nadia Y
5.0
8/29/2022
I cannot say enough amazing things about this venue! From our first visit where they were completely ready for a wedding TWO DAYS AFTER MASSIVE FLOODING, to our special day this pa...
st week, the Old Daley team was a pleasure to work with. Our wedding coordinator, Kate was amazing and truly made everything less stressful. She was always quick to respond to my emails, and obviously knew how to run a wedding on the day of. I truly felt able to enjoy the entire day, not just the party because of this amazing team.
Not to mention the million compliments about the venue itself. It was absolutely STUNNING. We had a lot of friends and family that traveled to be here, and all they could say was how beautiful the area was.
If I had to do it all again… I would 100% choose Old Daley again.
Kitty T
5.0
8/18/2022
From the initial visit to the venue to the last song of the night, the staff at Old Daley on Crooked Lake was short less than exceptional!! Absolute BEST food, best service and the...
loveliest lake-side venue. Can’t say enough about what a wonderful reception they provided for our daughter and new son in law!! Thank you all so much.
Nancy K
5.0
7/30/2022
My husband and I hosted our son’s non-COVID wedding at Old Daley on Crooked Lake. The combination of beautiful setting, amazing food, and professionalism made this day a dream come...
true. I would not change a single thing. The staff pays such attention to every detail and are so kind, they truly made our event feel unique and important. This is the best venue anywhere, in any season.
Danielle W
4.0
7/19/2022
My husband and I got married at Old Daley and the experience was great. Kate and the rest of the team made sure that everything was taken care of from decor to working with our oth...
er vendors. The food was delicious, the space is gorgeous and Kate even helped bustle my dress in the midst of all the craziness. Our family and friends were ranting and raving about how beautiful everything turned out. The only complaint we have was in regard to an older female staff member (unsure of her name) who yelled at our guests at the end of the evening when people were still dancing and enjoying themselves. She also had complaints about the groomsmen and made some other people feel uncomfortable. Let people enjoy themselves. Other than our experience with that staff member, we would choose Old Daley all over again. Thank you Kate. You’re amazing.
Genevieve S
5.0
7/18/2022
Old Daley on Crooked Lake was the PERFECT venue for our wedding! We just had our wedding on July 2nd and we are still in awe over the day. From the planning stages to the actual da...
y, everything was seamless! We first worked with Jan to secure a date and some of the larger details! She was lovely and completely willing to answer any questions we had early on! As we moved closer to the day we got to work with planner Kate who was amazing! We had a scheduling conflict with our church which changed our photo time quite a bit at Crooked Lake and Kate was instrumental in calming our stresses by making sure we had access to the venue as early as we needed! She responded to all of my MANY questions promptly and professionally! Her main priority was that Andrew and I had a wonderful day! On the actual day, we were delighted to work with our bridal attendant Iris. She was fabulous! She was constantly making sure Andrew and I had everything we needed at all times! She replaced our drinks as they emptied, stood to offer us ice water through our hot outdoor photos, and checked on us periodically throughout the night! She was a delight. All of the staff was professional, polite, and smooth with everything! My guests cannot say enough about how much they enjoyed the food! It was delicious! I cannot say enough positive things about our experience with Crooked Lake and everyone we worked with! Highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking for an amazing wedding day!
Julie H
5.0
2/09/2022
I didn’t have my wedding at Crooked Lake but my husband’s 50th birthday party instead. A three hour event in the afternoon on a Sunday in February in the Oak Room. They lit a fire ...
in the fire place and little candles all over the place. We had their bistro table, a cake and the bar. I was so pleased with everything! Molly, our event planner, was thorough and easy to reach. I had requested a table for pictures of my husband as well as simple decorations that I provided as well as a table with a craft project to keep the kids busy, both of which were accommodated. The food was great and plentiful. The Oak Room is spacious for 50 and has its own ambience where extra decorations really aren’t needed. The bar tender and two individuals tending our party were pleasant and helpful. I have been to other gatherings at Crooked Lake over the years and have always loved it there. So many of our guests commented on how nice the event was. I would certainly recommend it !
Arianna G
5.0
12/01/2021
We had our dream wedding❤️ We had the entire inn for the whole day. The event coordinators were EXTREMELY attentive and never left our sides (making sure we drank water, making sur...
e we got to taste everyone of our hors d’oeuvres from cocktail hour, taking my bridal heels off, grabbing combs during the reception, flicking my veil for pictures). Kate, wedding planner, calmed every nerve that came up, helped the men with their pocket squares and ties, organized everything and made sure our family, friends and myself just enjoyed the day. Kate made sure every aspect of the wedding was delegated, thinking about when to cut the cake, it was handled, when it was time to throw the bouquet, it was handled. The food was amazing, we still go the Inn just for dinner because it’s just that fantastic! The decor was something out of a magazine, it took my breath away how Kate took our decor and our vision and made it 100x better. I honestly can’t say enough nice things about these people. If you are thinking about getting married in front of a beautiful lake, dancing the night away under gorgeous chandeliers and eating 5 star quality food, the Old Daley Inn is the place for you❤️
Elizabeth C
5.0
11/05/2021
When my husband and I got engaged we immediately began looking at venues. Old Daley Inn on Crooked Lake was the first place we went. We absolutely loved it. It was beautiful, class...
y, classic and rustic at the same time. We couldn’t have found our venue on the first try right? So, we visited 10 other venues! Every time we went to a new place, we kept just saying “but it’s not like Crooked Lake”. Finally after a marathon day of looking at 4 venues in a row, we pulled the trigger so to speak and booked Crooked Lake. We could not have made a better choice or decision. There is literally nothing bad or even sub par I can say about the venue and staff. We planned most of our wedding during the worst parts of the pandemic and we stressed over constant changing regulations. Crooked Lake was on top of everything. Our wedding coordinator Kate Mace was a true MVP! She knew whenever any change happened and she made every idea and dream become a reality! We were able to find the right package for our needs and then add À la carte for any specifics we wanted to make things right for us. The day before the wedding we did a rehearsal and Kate was there to help me run through everything! I can’t tell you how helpful that was. I have been in several weddings where the rehearsal fell completely to the bride and it was a mess and was confusing. Kate helped me so much and I felt so little stress in terms of making everything happen. Finally the big day came and on October 9 we got married!! Kate Mace along with my mom actually helped me into my wedding dress. I wanted to do a first look with my bridal party to take back a moment that was stolen by the pandemic and they made it happen! The staff was perfect and took care of everyone’s needs. The day was seamless. Our ceremony was on the grounds outside and couldn’t have gone more perfect! When people arrived they were treated with hot apple cider spiked and regular and a cider donut. After the ceremony we were greeted with champagne and the guests headed to the oak room for the cocktail hour. Everyone told us that our wedding had the best passed hors d’oeuvres they had ever had at a wedding!! For the reception we had an amazing time!! We had a large wedding party and really wanted to sit with everyone and not alone. Kate came up with a curved Tuscan table so we could sit with everyone, see everyone and still have the band on the stage like I wanted. The food was amazing and all of our guest loved it. Every tradition and event we wanted to happen went off without a hitch and everything we didn’t want, didn’t happen. At the end of the night we wanted to surprise our guest and again Kate helped us do this. She got everyone outside by the ceremony spot and helped them light sparklers. Our guests thought his was our big send off, but, they couldn’t have guessed that as soon as we ran though the line of sparklers, foreword started!! Our guests were so surprised and loved every moment!! What can I say, we ended with a bang!!! After the wedding I am not exaggerating when I say the the most common comments we received from our guest were “that was the best wedding I have ever been to!” And “it was perfect” Thank you so much for everything!!! ❤️
Julie G
5.0
11/03/2021
The Old Daley on Crooked Lake exceeded all my expectations! The space is absolutely beautiful and right on the lake. The bridal suites are out of this world! For the bride there is...
two separate spaces (one for hair and make up and one for lounging) which is so great for your make up and hair vendors to really be able to spread out. Everything was clean and well kept up. Food was SO good I am still getting compliments on our cocktail hour and dinners! We got to work with Kate for our planner and she is just THE BEST! Loved working with her and was so responsive. Everything was handled start to finish. You definitely do not have to worry about anything if you book at the Old Daley!
Kayla L
5.0
8/21/2021
Old Daley on Crooked Lake was the first - and only - venue we visited. We couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else the minute we stepped inside and immediately booked a wedd...
ing date of April 18, 2020. Then, COVID hit. In March of 2020, we were forced to reschedule. We rescheduled to July 18, 2020, then September 11, 2020, and then finally, July 10, 2021. The process of rescheduling our wedding multiple times was seamless because of Jan, Kate and the rest of the Old Daley staff, who did everything they could to take the stress off our shoulders. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of. Old Daley brought our vision to life, and the food and drinks were delicious. Our friends and family are still talking about how beautiful the venue was & how much fun they had! I would recommend Old Daley to EVERYONE!
Colleen C
5.0
7/11/2021
We had our wedding this July at Old Daley. From the beginning the staff was incredible and very responsive. Our wedding planner, Sarah, was truly amazing. The venue itself is beaut...
iful as is the location. They worked with us to create some unique menu options and were very accommodating for guests with allergies. The food served at our wedding exceeded expectations. We got so many compliments on the food and how amazing the staff was to our guests. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. They have a beautiful Bridal Suite and Grooms room that made getting ready feel even more special. We would highly recommend Old Daley for any special events but especially weddings!
Natalie M
5.0
7/03/2021
We highly recommend Old Daley on Crooked Lake! Not only is the venue absolutely stunning indoors and outdoors, but the staff is truly exceptional. Every staff member we worked with...
was patient, flexible, kind and eager to help us make our day exactly what we dreamed of. The bridal party suites were gorgeous and had plenty of space for everyone and all our belongings. Our wedding planner Kate was phenomenal, as were the two wedding assistants provided to us the day of!
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